Well paired matches but Lilydale unable to lead the scoring

Adam Paladino, Ryan Taylor and Alex Paladino faced East Croydon Kilsyth where all three sets were tied. (Supplied)

By Joanna Campe

Round 5 results for Lilydale Tennis Club in the Eastern Region Tennis Competition.

Junior Open Singles Doubles 3 Lilydale v East Croydon Kilsyth

After round 4 Lilydale was on top of the ladder.

Lilydale was represented by Adam Paladino, Ryan Taylor and Alex Paladino.

Lilydale played away this week against top three team East Croydon Kilsyth. The teams both played well, and it was all tied at 3 sets a piece, however, East Croydon won the match on games – winning 25 games to Lilydale 24.

Result: 1-6, 6-1, 6-2, 3-6, 3-6, 6-3

Junior Open Singles Doubles 7 Lilydale v Blackburn

After round 4 Lilydale was just outside the top four with no win yet this season.

Lilydale was represented by Ivy Peiper, Olivia Mason and Brodie Manger.

Lilydale played at home this week against Blackburn. Lilydale played well, but Blackburn proved too strong on the day taking 5 sets to 1 – winning 34 games to Lilydale 16.

Result: 4-6, 2-6, 0-6, 2-6, 2-6, 4-6

Open Rubbers 14 v Willison Park

After round 4 Lilydale was in fourth place on the ladder.

Lilydale was represented by David Halkidis and Rishabh Chowdhury.

Lilydale played away this week against third placed Willison Park. It was a tough day for Lilydale who were beaten 5 sets to 0 – Willison Park proved too strong on the day winning 30 games to Lilydale 10.

Result: 6-3, 6-0, 6-4, 6-0, 6-3

Lilydale Tennis club welcomes all players of any age and ability. For information on how to join Lilydale Tennis Club please visit play.tennis.com.au/lilydaletennisclub.

For all coaching enquiries (Juniors and Adults) please contact Andrew at Pro Touch Tennis Academy ptta.com.au/contact