LWSPO 2022: Final wrap-up and results. The final curtain fell on the 90th annual Leith Wheeler Stanley Park Open on Sunday, July 24 with the wrap-up of the Men’s and Women’s Singles events. It was a tournament that had many familiar elements and one that brought some changes too. The 17 days seemed to stretch ahead […]
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LWSPO Day 17: Ending on a high note
For tournament organizers, the day started early. It’s not just a question of reassembling every morning to make the courts shine in every way–it’s a matter of pride that the tournament is presented in the most professional way possible–every day for every player. There are signs to put up, tents to assemble, tables, chairs, sponsor […]
Read moreLWSPO Day 16: As the weather heats up, so does the play
The courts were jumping today as the NTRP finals wrapped up this morning. The Men’s Open Singles semis were on deck in the a.m. as well as the Men’s Open Doubles quarters and semis. It was a great day to be at the park as Tennis BC and the YMCA’s New Immigrant program joined forces […]
Read moreLWSPO Day 15: NJO’s wrap up as Open finals match ups are decided
Conditions were cool this morning as play began at 10:00 a.m. with the NJO finals. First up were the U12 Girls’ and Boys’ Singles. Players warmed up and took to the courts under slightly overcast skies. The park seemed quiet, but as the players became entrenched, the tension was palpable and had a magnetic effect. […]
Read moreLWSPO Day 14: Count down on for finals weekend as NJO wraps up tomorrow
It’s simplistic to day it’s been another great day at the Stanley Park Open, but that’s exactly what it’s been. Players, spectators and organizers couldn’t ask for more–blue skies, a buzzing beer garden, great competitive play and enthralled fans–it’s as near perfect as it gets! Play began today with a 9:30 a.m. start for the […]
Read moreLWSPO Day 13: Gearing up for a big finale as the final weekend is on the horizon
Wednesday, Day 13 has been a mix of several different events as the finals for many draws are fast approaching. Today, the NJO was on the courts till 5:00 p.m. with the finals to be played on Friday morning. It’s a great time to check out these amazing young players as they battle to get […]
Read moreLWSPO Day 12: Sunny skies and an electric atmosphere
As Day 12 comes to an end, tournament organizers are hoping good weather is in the forecast for the rest of the week. Match play began today at 9:00 a.m. with the NJO and continued with main draw and consolation rounds until the evening. These young players are competing for a spot at the Fischer […]
Read moreLWSPO Day 11: Sunny skies and start of NJO and Open categories
Although dark skies loomed and the air was humid, somehow the rain held off, and by 3:00 p.m. there were blue skies–a tennis miracle! The morning began with the NJO tournament. The draw for this event is huge–over 260 young competitors all vying for a coveted spot at the Fischer Junior Nationals to be held […]
Read moreLWSPO Day 10: Weather a factor again as some play moves indoors
With rain in the forecast, Tennis BC staff and tournament organizers were hoping for the best! Play started at 8:00 a.m. under heavy, humid skies. The middle Sunday is an important day in the LWSPO tournament calendar as the second round of Men’s Open qualifying got under way. Also on deck, the first round of […]
Read moreLWSPO Day 9: Rain still affecting match play
Despite persistent drizzle today, ITF Juniors Singles play for Boys and Girls went ahead at the park. The atmosphere was a serious one as players took to the courts with line officials and chair umpire in place. The level of play was great for both Boys’ and Girls’ finals–all four young competitors are BC locals. […]
Read moreLWSPO Day 8: Weather becomes a major player
After an amazing stretch of weather, the inevitable happened: rain! If you live in the Lower Mainland, you know only too well that summer rain is a fact of life. The day started well with 13 U10 Boys’ matches played, involving 26 competitors, before the weather turned. Unfortunately, the U10 Girls were rained out. The […]
Read moreLWSPO Day 7: Finals fast approaching for first NTRP groups and ITF Juniors
As the second weekend of the 17-day LWSPO approaches, semi-finals and finals are fast approaching for the first NTRP group and ITF Juniors events. Make some time to come down to the park this weekend to take in some tenacious tennis action. NTRP play continues this weekend with group two of the draw–there were over […]
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