Martinborough Junior Squash Tournament

Competitors Aimee Clouston and Annabelle De Groot

Sunday the 8^th April saw 40 enthusiastic junior squash players descend on Martinborough Squash Club to play the Martinborough leg of the Under 900 series. The players came from Wellington in the South to Manawatu and Pahiatua in the North with ages ranging from 8 to 17. We witnessed some impressive performances including from our 15 Martinborough club members.

The Under 900 series is a series of tournament that run through the autumn and winter months and reward participation as well as match results. A final winner is announced at the last leg of the tournaments held in July.

The calibre of squash was fantastic for such an early stage of the season. 

Johanna De Groot, Henry Barrett and Jack Morgan played extremely well to come out on top of their respective divisions. Patrick Nicholson played an exciting final in the top division being narrowly defeated by Mana player Theo Gannon. The audience witnessed some close rallies with great shots and equally committed returns in this match as well as in many others.

It was great to see some of our youngest and newest members overcoming their nerves to play great squash including Annabelle De Groot, Sophie Sweeney, Louie Martin and Johnny Martin. However all our Martinborough players could be very proud of their achievements on and off the court. 

The happy, relaxed atmosphere and legendary hospitality once again meant our tournament was enjoyed by all who attended and love squash.

If anyone is interested in playing junior squash this season registration days are April 23^rd at 3.30 and April 30^th at 3.30 at the Squash Club or email lynettenetty@outlook.com.