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Seacourt report in the Hayling Islander
Please see below the full report submitted for the Hayling Islander in March
Unfortunately we had more news than the space that they had available
Top Real Tennis players descend on Seacourt for tournament
During the first week of February Seacourt held its Annual Real Tennis Silver Racquet Tournament.
Twenty-eight players including World Champion Rob Fahey, World number 5 Bryn Sayers, World number 7 Chris Chapman and defending Silver Racquet Champion Lewis Williams played across four days for the coveted trophy.
Local amateur Conor Medlow won through to the first semi-final, his eyes on a third title win which has not been achieved by anyone before.
However, Seacourt Pro Marc Seigneur had different plans, defeating Conor 6/4, 6/3. In the second semi-final, Petworth Pro Tom Durak lost to an improving Horatio Cary 6/5, 1/6, 1/6.
The final was watched from a packed Dedans and Bar, with a further 100+ viewers around the world watching the livestream via the Seacourt YouTube Channel. Marc and Horatio traded games in the first set, with Horatio securing it 6/5. In the second set Horatio increased the pressure, trying to shut Marc out of the game, forcing multiple errors and winning the Silver Racquet 2016 title, 6/5, 6/2.
Seacourt would like to thank Neptune Investment Management and the numerous local sponsors for their support.
We look forward to hosting the Ladies British Open from the 6th – 10th April and the Over 40s British Open from the 6th -8th May.
Other news
Further to his Chetwood Trophy win reported in last months’ edition, Huw Thomas returned to
defend his Hampton Cup title defeating Josh McMurrugh 6/2, 6/4 in the final.
The men’s squash team continue to have mixed fortunes in Division 5 of the Hampshire league,
toggling around the midpoint of the table.
The three Ladies and three Mens Lawn Tennis teams are over half way through the Winter season,
with the Ladies first team battling for promotion. Currently sitting in second place of Division 2.
If you are interested in playing real tennis, lawn tennis, squash, badminton, rackets or racket ball
or would like to join our gym, take part in one of a number of other fitness classes or watch the
Real tennis tournaments in April and May, please contact Julie on 02392 466122 or via email at
admin@seacourt.com Further to his Chetwood Trophy win reported in last months’ edition,
Thursday 3rd March Specials
The specials in the restaurant for Thursday 3rd March are
Cumberland Sausage and Mustard Mash
with Creamed Cabbage and Red Onion Gravy
£9.95
Mussels a la Creme
with Garlic Bread and Chips
£10.95
Roasted Pork Tenderloin wrapped in Bacon
with Mustard Mash,Vichy Carrots, Sauerkraut
and Cider Peppercorn Sauce*
£12.95
Conor Wins the British Amateur Singles
Congratulations to Conor Medlow, who retained his British Amateur Singles title, defeating Jamie Douglas 6/4 6/1 6/4
He returns to the court at Queens on Sunday, aiming to take the doubles tile with partner Luke Danby. They take on Peter Wright and Jamie Douglas
Squash News
It is a great relief to report that our regular number one, Aaron Flippence, has dragged himself out of his January slump to record 3 fine victories on the bounce against Totton, Trojans and the Avenue.
The team has fared a little less well with 1 win and 2 losses in the same period but has continued to pick up good points (30 out of a possible 60) to lie mid-table with 4 matches to go. On current form we look set to remain in our division but sport can be cruel and a couple of wins are probably needed to be 100% secure.
Thursday 25th February Specials
The specials in the restaurant this Thursday are
Lamb Shank on Rosemary Mash
with roasted Butternut Squash and Jus
£13.50
Seared Salmon
set upon roasted Mediterranean Vegetables
topped with a Poached Egg finished with Pesto Oil
£11.95
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