http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/index/ en paul@joomla.co.nz Copyright 2009 2009-07-12T04:02:16+12:00 http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/referee_on_the_premises/ http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/referee_on_the_premises/#When:04:02:16Z Congratulations to Blayne Newton who recently attended a two day referee’s course and passed an exam. Blayne will now be honing his skills as an assistant referee at junior tournaments during the school holidays and we may see him at Stanley St soon.  For anyone interested, there is a half day course for line people coming up in September at Stanley St. Please let Blayne know if you are interested in attending with him. So any questions about the rules or disputes on court - see Blayne!Congratulations to Blayne Newton who recently attended a two day referee’s course and passed an exam. Blayne will now be honing his skills as an assistant referee at junior tournaments during the school holidays and we may see him at Stanley St soon.  For anyone interested, there is a half day course for line people coming up in September at Stanley St. Please let Blayne know if you are interested in attending with him. So any questions about the rules or disputes on court - see Blayne! News 2009-07-12T04:02:16+12:00 http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/club_room_renovations/ http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/club_room_renovations/#When:03:44:30Z Our architect will shortly commence work on the detailed drawings which are required for building consent and then lead into the process of getting builders quotes. We will keep you informed as things progress. If you have knowledge and/or skills relating to building or renovation work or you are interested in participating in our fundraising efforts please let me know. We would appreciate your helpOur architect will shortly commence work on the detailed drawings which are required for building consent and then lead into the process of getting builders quotes. We will keep you informed as things progress. If you have knowledge and/or skills relating to building or renovation work or you are interested in participating in our fundraising efforts please let me know. We would appreciate your help News 2009-07-12T03:44:30+12:00 http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/club_champs_final_results/ http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/club_champs_final_results/#When:03:24:40Z The Club Champs finals day was played as scheduled on Sunday 20th April, and we couldn’t have asked for better weather for a full day of tennis!  The results of all events can be seen by clicking on the link below to view the final tables in Microsoft Excel format: Club_Champs_Final_Results_(2008).xls There was much support and encouragement as usual from the dedicated bank of spectators on the balcony!!  Thanks go to Liquorland and Scarbro Tennis Park for donation of prizes.  Finally a huge THANK YOU must go to Susan Gilbert who did a fantastic job as the tournament organiser, and to all others who helped out on the day with umpiring of matches, baking and making of goodies to eat, trophy polishing, cleaning up etc etc!  This all helped to make the day enjoyable for all who were able to come along.  The Club Champs finals day was played as scheduled on Sunday 20th April, and we couldn’t have asked for better weather for a full day of tennis!  The results of all events can be seen by clicking on the link below to view the final tables in Microsoft Excel format: Club_Champs_Final_Results_(2008).xls There was much support and encouragement as usual from the dedicated bank of spectators on the balcony!!  Thanks go to Liquorland and Scarbro Tennis Park for donation of prizes.  Finally a huge THANK YOU must go to Susan Gilbert who did a fantastic job as the tournament organiser, and to all others who helped out on the day with umpiring of matches, baking and making of goodies to eat, trophy polishing, cleaning up etc etc!  This all helped to make the day enjoyable for all who were able to come along.  Club Champs 2009-07-12T03:24:40+12:00 http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/summer_2009_10_interclub/ http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/summer_2009_10_interclub/#When:03:41:51Z Playing summer interclub is a great way to have fun, improve your tennis skills, hone your match tactics, meet new people and keep fit.  Last year we had five summer interclub teams, involving more than 36 players representing the club. We would love to see even more members enjoying summer interclub this year.  If you are interested in joining a team, contact our Interclub Controllers: Zaria Keys or Keith Bason and come along to interclub grading from 10am on Sunday 2nd August. If you are interested in playing summer interclub and/or you will participate in the interclub grading please inform Zaria on - ph (09) 521 5767 or email . or Keith on KRAB@xtra.co.nz by Thursday, 23 July.  There is also a Super mens and Super women’s doubles competition run with a three hour time limit on Saturdays throughout the summer season. If you are interested in this competition please let Zaria or Keith know.Playing summer interclub is a great way to have fun, improve your tennis skills, hone your match tactics, meet new people and keep fit. Last year we had five summer interclub teams, involving more than 36 players representing the club. We would love to see even more members enjoying summer interclub this year.  If you are interested in joining a team, contact our Interclub Controllers: Zaria Keys or Keith Bason and come along to interclub grading from 10am on Sunday 2nd August. If you are interested in playing summer interclub and/or you will participate in the interclub grading please inform Zaria on - ph (09) 521 5767 or email . or Keith on KRAB@xtra.co.nz by Thursday, 23 July. There is also a Super mens and Super women’s doubles competition run with a three hour time limit on Saturdays throughout the summer season. If you are interested in this competition please let Zaria or Keith know. Interclub 2009-07-12T03:41:51+12:00 http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/club_champs_2009_semi_finals/ http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/club_champs_2009_semi_finals/#When:01:28:40Z Please click on the links below to see the updated Club Champs draw and the schedule for play on Semi Finals day which is on Sunday 22nd March.  Here’s hoping for lovely weather for watching some good tennis! Club_Champs_Draw_Update_18Mar_09.xls Club_Champs_2009_Semi-Finals.xlsPlease click on the links below to see the updated Club Champs draw and the schedule for play on Semi Finals day which is on Sunday 22nd March.  Here’s hoping for lovely weather for watching some good tennis! Club_Champs_Draw_Update_18Mar_09.xls Club_Champs_2009_Semi-Finals.xls Club Champs 2009-03-18T01:28:40+12:00 http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/club_champs_2009_update/ http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/club_champs_2009_update/#When:18:35:06Z Round 1 is now complete for this years club champs and you can find the updated draws for round 2 as well as the Plate competition in the following excel spreadsheet:  2009_Club_Champs_Draw_update_5_Mar.xls Round 2 is to be played by 15th March. Enjoy the tennis!Round 1 is now complete for this years club champs and you can find the updated draws for round 2 as well as the Plate competition in the following excel spreadsheet:  2009_Club_Champs_Draw_update_5_Mar.xls Round 2 is to be played by 15th March. Enjoy the tennis! Club Champs 2009-03-04T18:35:06+12:00 http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/club_champs_draw_2009/ http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/club_champs_draw_2009/#When:07:22:34Z Here is the draw for the Club Champs Competition 2009 in Excel format.  All the draws are available by clicking on the relevant tabs at the bottom of the spreadsheet. Club_Champs_Draw_(2009).xlsHere is the draw for the Club Champs Competition 2009 in Excel format.  All the draws are available by clicking on the relevant tabs at the bottom of the page. Club_Champs_Draw_(2009).xls Club Champs 2009-02-15T07:22:34+12:00 http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/movie_night_new_james_bond/ http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/movie_night_new_james_bond/#When:22:22:00Z A Quantum of Solace!  The new James Bond movie we are all waiting for!  Thursday 27th November at 8.00pm.  Movie will start at 8.30pm. Come along and bring your friends with you as this is a fundraiser for your tennis club.  Tickets are $20 each and can be bought from the duty committee member on a wednesday night or by contacting secretary@orakeitennis.org.nz. 2008-11-10T22:22:00+12:00 http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/asb_classic_and_heineken_open_tickets_on_sale/ http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/asb_classic_and_heineken_open_tickets_on_sale/#When:02:46:00Z Our international tennis tournaments, the ASB Classic featuring the Kia Motors Singles and Doubles and Heineken Open, featuring the Sovereign Singles and Doubles, are just around the corner. As a special promotion to Tennis Auckland’s affiliated members Tennis Auckland is offering the following discounted tournament tickets ahead of public sales. ASB Classic :        5 - 10 January 2009 (WTA Tour Event) Come and support our very own Marina Erakovic taking on some of the world’s best talent. HEINEKEN OPEN: 12 - 17 January 2009 (ATP World Tour Event) Always exciting to watch with amazing players coming down to our shores. Watch for announcements. The discounted sale prices can be seen below: 10% discount when purchasing tickets to any two days of the ASB Classic. 10% discount when purchasing tickets to the first two days of the Heineken Open. 20% discount when purchasing tickets to the first two days of the ASB Classic and/or Heineken Open in the uncovered Auckland Tennis Stand (located in the corner between the Yock and Robinson Stands). This is an exclusive offer to Tennis Auckland affiliated members. Do not pass it by; there is excellent tennis to be seen! Please open these links to see further information and a credit card form for purchasing tickets: offer_to_clubs.doc offer_to_clubs_-_visa_form.doc 2008-09-30T02:46:00+12:00 http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/attention_prospective_new_members/ http://www.orakeitennis.org.nz/index.php/site/attention_prospective_new_members/#When:09:23:00Z Come along on a Wednesday evening between 6 and 9pm for club night play.  Print out the following voucher as a reminder and bring along on your first night to redeem for a free drink from the bar!  (to print this, move cursor over the image and select the printer icon) 2008-07-08T09:23:00+12:00