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Tight tussle sees Lilydale outplayed

Round 8 results for Lilydale Tennis Club in the Eastern Region Tennis Competition. With last week being a washout, the teams were keen to get back on the courts

Junior Open Singles Doubles 7 v Burnt Bridge Green

After round 7 Lilydale was just outside the top four with no win yet this season.

Lilydale was represented by Ivy Peiper, Haady Aziz and Brodie Manger.

Lilydale played at home this week against top three team Burnt Bridge. Lilydale played strongly in the singles and had some competitive rallies in the doubles. At the end of the day it was tied 3 sets each, but Burnt Bridge took the points on the day – winning 28 games to Lilydale 25

Result: 6-3, 1-6, 7-5, 2-6, 3-6, 6-2

Open Rubbers 14 v Willison Park Blue

After round 7 Lilydale was just outside the top four on the ladder.

Lilydale was represented by Rishabh Chowdhury and David Halkidis.

Lilydale played away this week against top four team Willison Park. Lilydale played well and had some great games and rallies across the day. In a very competitive match, it was Willison Park who eventually won the day 5 sets to 1 – winning 30 games to Lilydale 26.

Result: 7-6, 6-4, 3-6, 1-0 (super tie break), 7-6, 6-4

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 enquires (Juniors and Adults) please contact Andrew at Pro Touch Tennis Academy ptta.com.au/contact

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