Competitive, well-matched play sees Lilydale gain a win

Ari Marappan, Adam Paladino and Ryan Taylor had an incredible tie-break win against East Croydon-Kilsyth. (Supplied)

By Joanna Campe

Round 12 results for Lilydale Tennis Club in the Eastern Region Tennis Competition.

Junior Open Singles Doubles 3 v East Croydon-Kilsyth

After round 11 Lilydale was sitting on top of the ladder.

Lilydale was represented by Ari Marappan, Adam Paladino and Ryan Taylor.

Lilydale played at home this week against third placed East Croydon-Kilsyth. The teams were well matched with very even play throughout the day with 3 sets going to tie breaks. Lilydale eventually won the day 6 sets to 0 – winning 39 games to 26.

Result: 6-4, 6-4, 6-0, 7-6 (8-6), 7-6 (13-11), 7-6 (7-5)

Junior Open Singles Doubles 7 v Blackburn

After round 11 Lilydale was just outside the top four.

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

Lilydale played away this week against Blackburn. In a very competitive match, it was Blackburn that eventually won the day 5 sets to 1 – winning 33 games to Lilydale 20.

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

Open Rubbers 14 v Willison Park

After round 11 Lilydale was sitting in fourth place on the ladder.

Lilydale was represented by David Halkidis and Adam Johnson.

Lilydale played at home this week against third placed Willison Park. Lilydale fought hard but Willison Park proved too strong winning 4 sets to 2 – winning 27 games to Lilydale 16.

Result: 4-6, 6-3, 0-6, 1-0 (10-7 super tiebreak), 1-6, 4-6

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