SEASON 1990, A NEW DECADE.
FINES FOR LATE CARDS
Clubs in the Walkden and District Tennis League for 1990.
Astley, Bolton C.C. Bradshaw, Claremont, Ellesmere, Guildhall, J.& J. Hayes Kearsley, Leigh, Monton, Parrfold, St. Marks, Tyldesley, Vale House, Viaduct, ( New applied 1990) Walkers, Walmer, Winton.
At the beginning of the Decade, Walkden and District Tennis League was comprised of 18 Clubs fielding 45 teams which were arranged into 5 Divisions. Division 1 10 teams, Divisions 2,3,4 9 teams, Division 5 8 teams.
The elected Executive team were:-
Chairman Bernard Pennington Vice-Chairman David McCormick Secretary Position Vacant Treasurer John Robinson Knock-Out Secretary David Haycocks Junior Development Secretary Position Vacant Minute Secretary June Fielding Trophy Secretary Joan Matthews Auditors Derek Matthews and John Collier
1990 Presentation Dance Organising Club – Bolton Cricket. Chairman Bernard thanked Bradshaw for the excellent 1989 Dance.
Fees to remain the same at £4.00per team before the end of June, £5.00 thereafter.
A NEW RULE was passed at the A.G.M. “Clubs will be fined £1.00 per match if a Result Match Card arrives late (not being postmarked by the Friday following that week’s match).
Inclement weather conditions. Clubs were reminded that if a “Home” Captain is not contacted by the “Away” Captain prior to a match to decide whether to cancel it because of rain or if either of the teams just do not turn up when it is raining then the match can be claimed.
Another reminder to all the Clubs was that “A” team players should abide by the League Rules and not play on lower teams. A proved complaint would result in the non –offending team being awarded the match
League Championship Winners
| Division 1 | Vale House A | |
| Division 2 | Ellesmere B | Albert Cooper Trophy |
| Division 3 | Monton B | Alan Pickering Trophy |
| Division 4 | Claremont C | Derek Smith Trophy |
| Division 5 | Walkers C | Joan Matthews Trophy |
Knock – Out Trophy Winners
| Division 1 Ladies | Leigh A | |
| Division 1 Gents | Vale House A | Tom Oldfield Trophy |
| Division 2 Ladies | Ellesmere B | Eileen & Derek Gee Trophy |
| Division 2 Gents | Walkers A | |
| Division 3 Ladies | Monton B | Jayne Gerrard Trophy |
| Division 3 Gents | Parrfold C | Bernard Pennington Trophy |
| Division 4 Ladies | J.&J. Hayes | Winston Spencer Trophy |
| Division 4 Gents | J.&J. Hayes | Harold Ainsworth Trophy |
| Division 5 Ladies | Ellesmere D | |
| Division 5 Gents | Astley C | Ron Hemsley Trophy |
Senior Individuals Tournament Winners
| Ladies Singles | Aileen Smith |
| Gents Singles | Derek Boston |
| Ladies Doubles | Not played for |
| Gents Doubles | R. Lane & I. Holland |
| Mixed Doubles | Aileen Smith & Bill Davies |
Under 21’s Individuals Winners
| Ladies Singles | Suzanne Marsh |
| Gents Singles | Ian Long |
| Ladies Doubles | Not played for |
| Gents Doubles | Not played for |
Handicapped Doubles Introduced into the Tournament for the First Time
| Gents | J. Topping & C. Nash |
Unfortunately, there were no Junior Tournaments in 1990
SEASON 1991 A NEW EXECUTIVE MEMBER FEES RISE !!
DOWN TO 4 DIVISIONS !!!
Chairman Bernard welcomed everyone to the A.G.M. and was delighted to report that Bill Davies had volunteered to take up the position of the Individuals Tournament Organiser. Bernard had been doing this job as well as the Chairman’s work and the work of the League Secretary when no one volunteered to fill the vacant positions.
Unfortunately, David Haycocks was unable to continue as Knock-Out Secretary. Fortunately, June Fielding volunteered to take up that Office as well as continuing as Minute Secretary. Bernard was happy. He did not have to take on that role as well. MORE VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED. More helpers mean the League will prosper. All the other officials were re-elected.
Following a loss of £117.00 in the meeting passed the 1990 suggestion that Subscriptions should rise by £1.00 to £5 before the end of June and £6 thereafter.
There were no new applications to join the League. Sadly Walkers C withdrew.
League formation for 1991. 43 teams were divided into 4 Divisions.
Divisions 1, 2, 3 11 teams in each Division 5 with 10 teams
Martyn Williamson was thanked for doing the 1991 fixture list and Claremont for the enjoyable 1991 Presentation Dance.
One Club wanted to know if a team was short of men, could ladies take their place. This was rejected by vote.
Bill Davies organised the Individuals Tournament to run throughout the season. Players were given about 2 weeks to arrange and play each match. The winners telephoned the result. The Finals were played on one day at the end of the Season.
League Championship Winner
| Division 1 | Ellesmere A | Walkden Shield |
| Division 2 | Tyldesley | Albert Cooper Trophy |
| Division 3 | Parrfold C | Alan Pickering Trophy |
| Division 4 | Ellesmere D | Derek Smith Trophy |
Knock – Out Trophy Winners
| Division 1 | Ladies | Parrfold A | |
| Division 1 | Gents | Claremont A | Tom Oldfield Trophy |
| Division 2 | Ladies | Tyldesley | Eileen & Derek Gee Trophy |
| Division 2 | Gents | Claremont B | Eileen and Derek Gee Trophy |
| Division 3 | Ladies | Parrfold C | Jayne Gerrard Trophy |
| Division 3 | Gents | Parrfold C | Bernard Pennington Trophy |
| Division 4 | Ladies | Guildhall D | Winston Spencer Trophy |
| Division 4 | Gents | Bolton Cricket Club | Harold Ainsworth Trophy |
Senior Individuals Tournament Winners
| Ladies Singles | Louise Hopkinson |
| Gents Singles | Derek Boston |
| Ladies Doubles | Caroline Hemmings & Jayne Lambert |
| Gents Doubles | Bill Davies & Rob Walmsley |
| Mixed Doubles | Louise Hopkinson & Bill Davies |
Under 21’s Individuals Winners
Gents Singles Simon Entwistle Gents Doubles Ian Tait & Mark Slater W.B.Penningon Trophy
New Competitions introduced into the Individuals Tournament
The Veterans think it’s time they joined in
Winners of the First Veterans Individuals Tournament
| Ladies Doubles | Marjorie McCormick & Joan Matthews |
| Gents Singles | Ian Seddon |
| Gents Doubles | Derek Gee & Derek Matthews |
| Mixed Doubles | Jean Pennington & Bernard Pennington |
Handicapped Tournament
| Gents Doubles | Mike Davies & Brian Richards |
SEASON 1992 BETTER RETURN OF MATCH CARDS
Chairman Bernard welcomed everyone to a new season. He thought 1991 had been a good competitive season and complimented teams on returning the Match Cards more efficiently allowing the League Tables to be regularly updated. Bernard informed everyone it was his 45th year in the Walkden Tennis League and hoped it would be an enjoyable one.
The Treasurer reported a loss last season of £117.00 but match fees would remain at £5.00. Good news for everyone
Chairman Bernard was re-elected as were all the officials. Bernard was still doing the job of Secretary and appealed for someone to volunteer for the position.
Following the trial over the last two seasons of the suggested alternate order of play Bernard reported we would be returning to the original Rule 17. The alternate method had created a tense atmosphere when players had a genuine reason for late arrival. |Bernard stressed “We play for fellowship as well as competition.”
Format -39 teams were organised into 4 divisions:- Div. 1 -11 teams, Divs. 2&3- 10 teams, Div.4 -9 teams. During the Season an Executive Meeting was held to listen to the complaints about the court conditions of some Clubs. The matter was to be investigated.
The meeting listened to complaints about the playing of higher ranked players on lower teams and dealt with the offenders by awarding the match to the non-offending teams.
El lesmere organised the Presentation Dance at their Club. A great night! Lots of Dancing and fun.
League Championship Winners
| Division 1 | Ellesmere A | Walkden Shield |
| Division 2 | Parrfold B | Albert Cooper Trophy |
| Division 3 | J. & J. Hayes | Alan Pickering Trophy |
| Division 4 | Tyldesley B | Derek Smith Trophy |
Knock – Out Trophy Winners
| Division 1 Ladies | Parrfold A | Cup |
| Division 1 Mens | Ellesmere A | Tom Oldfield Trophy |
| Division 2 Ladies | Parrfold B | Eileen & Derek Gee Trophy |
| Division 2 Mens | Winton | A John Collier Trophy |
| Division 3 Ladies | St. Marks A | Jayne Gerrard Trophy |
| Division 3 Mens | J. & J. Hayes | Bernard Pennington Trophy |
| Division 4 Ladies | Oakwood | Winston Spencer Trophy |
| Division 4 Mens | Bolton B | Harold Ainsworth Trophy |
Senior Individuals Tournament Winners
| Men’s Singles | Derek Boston |
| Ladies’ Singles | Carolyn Hemmings |
| Mixed Doubles | Rob Walmsley and Aileen Smith |
| Men’s Doubles | Stuart Barlow and John Bleakley |
| Ladies’ Doubles | Janet Lambert and Carolyn Hemmings |
Handicapped Doubles Winners
| Ladies Doubles | Not held |
| Gents Doubles | Steven Hardy and Ken Nixon |
| Mixed Doubles | Gail Fairhurst and John Biggins |
Veterans Individuals Winners First year to be held
| Gents Singles | Stuart Barlow |
| Gents Doubles | Ken Nixon and Trevor Henshaw |
| Ladies Doubles | Maureen Taylor and Thelma Driver |
| Mixed Doubles | Joan Matthews and Derek Matthews |
Under 21’s Winners
| Gents Singles | Simon Entwistle |
| Gents Doubles | Ian Tait and Mark Slater |
SEASON 1993 A NEW SECRETARY GOOD NEWS!
Excellent News! Marjorie McCormick (Guildhall T.C. ) has agreed after shadowing Chairman Bernard over the last year to take on the Office of Secretary of the League. Marjorie has played for Guildhall T.C since 1963 and felt after enjoying 30 years of Walkden League Tennis she should put something back and keep the League successful for the players of the future. Having retired and married off her two daughters, Alison and Janette, Marjorie felt she needed a new challenge. Husband Dav, the League Vice Chairman and Chairman Bernard convinced her that this was just the job for her. Thank you, Marjorie and Good Luck. The League thanked Chairman Bernard for coping with the two roles over the last few years.
All the Officers were re-elected.
There were no new applications to join the League. Resignations were received from Ellesmere C and D teams.
Format for 1993 was 39 teams into 4 Divisions …. Divs. 1, 2 & 3 – 10 teams, Div. 4 -9 teams. Over the last few years, the number of players had dropped slightly and it was hoped this would not continue.
Alas, there was another loss over the year of £109.00 due to the cost of running the Individuals Tournaments (mainly Trophy expenses). A profit from the Dance of £50.00 had kept the loss down but the Treasurer felt he no choice but to raise the team subscriptions to £8.00 per team (£9.00 if paid late). The situation would be reviewed at the end of the season.
Guildhall Tennis Club (noted for its good catering at Club events) organised the Presentation Dance and decided to do food refreshments themselves (even catering for players with vegan requests) to try to boost attendance. British Legion Club was very helpful allowing the Club to do the catering and it worked. Attendance was up and a terrific evening was had by all a terrific evening was enjoyed by all.
League Championship Winners
| Division 1 | Claremont A | Walkden Shield |
| Division 2 | Winton A | Albert Cooper Trophy |
| Division 3 | Stand T.C. | Alan Pickering Trophy |
| Division 4 | Guildhall C | Derek Smith Trophy |
Knock – Out Trophy Winners
| Division 1 Ladies | Parrfold A | |
| Division 1 Gents | Claremont A | Tom Oldfield Trophy |
| Division 2 Ladies | Astley A | Eileen & Derek Gee Trophy |
| Division 2 Gents | Walkers A | John Collier Trophy |
| Division 3 Ladies | Monton B | Jayne Gerrard Trophy |
| Division 3 Gents | Stand T.C. | Bernard Pennington Trophy |
| Division 4 Ladies | Guildhall C | Winston Spencer Trophy |
| Division 4 Gents | Walkers B | Harold Ainsworth Trophy |
Senior Individuals Tournament Winners
| Ladies Singles | Carolyn Hemmings |
| Gents Singles | Rob Walmsley |
| Ladies Doubles | Janet Lambert and Carolyn Hemmings |
| Gents Doubles | Derek Boston and Adrian Moores |
| Mixed Doubles | Aileen Smith and Rob Walmsley |
Under 21’s Individuals Winner
| Gents Singles | Michael Ledger |
Veterans Individuals Winners
| Gents Singles | Stuart Barlow |
| Gents Doubles | Stuart Barlow and Frank Jordan |
| Ladies Doubles | Maureen Taylor and Thelma Driver |
| Mixed Doubles | John Biggins and Beryl Richards |
SEASON 1994 LEAGUE FEES RAISED
TOSS A COIN FOR CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS VENUE
Chairman Bernard thanked all the officials for their hard work over last season. A special thanks were expressed to Marjorie on her first year as League Secretary which was so efficiently carried out. A good season’s tennis had been enhanced by the keenness shown at the Veterans’ Individual Tournament. Looking forward to more of the same in 1994.
Treasurer John reported that the overall League losses of the last few seasons had left him with no choice and team subscriptions would be increased to £8.009 (£9.00 if late). The situation would be reviewed at the end of the season.
Bernard and Marjorie hoped the new season’s results match cards would arrive by the Friday following a match or at the latest by the Monday properly completed and legible.( Some were very puzzling !) Fines had been imposed on Clubs failing to send in cards following the last match of 1993.
New cards would be with Clubs before the start of the season.
All old match cards must be destroyed.
Knock –Out result cards must be sent by the HOME team not by the winning team.
There were no new applications to join the League and no resignations.
Two Clubs had changed their names :- Hindley had become Lowton and Oakwood had become Tyldesley. Once more a 4 Division format was organised with Divs. 1,2 and 3 having10 teams and Div. 4 – 9 teams.
The week of the Bolton Charity Tournament was left free of matches for players who wanted to take part.
The 1994 Presentation Dance was in the hands of Lowton. T.C.
It was suggested the Knock-out Finals be on a neutral ground to be agreed by the finalists. After discussion with 8 matches having to be played this was not practical. It was decided to let the Ladies and Gents finalist pairs of each Division arrange the date they would play on and toss a coin for which team would play at “ Home.”
League Championship Winners
| Division 1 | Guildhall A | Walkden Shield |
| Division 2 | Claremont B | Albert Cooper Trophy |
| Division 3 | Kearsley A | Alan Pickering Trophy |
| Division 4 | St. Marks A | Derek Smith Trophy |
Knock – Out Trophy Winners
| Division 1 Ladies | Parrfold A | Cup |
| Division 1 Gents | Claremont A | Tom Oldfield Trophy |
| Division 2 Ladies | Guildhall B | Eileen & Derek Gee Trophy |
| Division 2 Gents | Walmer | John Collier Trophy |
| Division 3 Ladies | Monton B | Jayne Gerrard Trophy |
| Division 3 Gents | Kearsley A | Bernard Pennington Trophy |
| Division 4 Ladies | St. Marks A | Winston Spencer Trophy |
| Division 4 Gents | Bolton B | Harold Ainsworth Trophy |
Senior Individuals Tournament Winners
| Ladies Singles | Carolyn Hemmings |
| Gents Singles | Ian Nutter |
| Ladies Doubles | Aileen Smith and Joan Matthews |
| Gents Doubles | Derek Boston and Adrian Moores |
| Mixed Doubles | Louise Hopkinson and Bill Davies |
Handicapped Doubles Winners
| Hcapped Ladies Dbles | Gail Fairhurst and Fran Biggins |
| Hcapped Gents. Dbles | Brian Green and Phil Green |
| Hcapped Mixed Dbls | Sarah Davies and Bill Davies |
Veterans Individuals Winners First year to be held
| Vet. Gents Singles | Stuart Barlow | |
| Vet. Gents Doubles | Ken Nixon and Brian Cain | |
| Vet. Ladies Doubles | Maureen Taylor and Thelma Driver | |
| Vet. Mixed Doubles | Marjorie Deakin and Frank Jordan |
Under 21’s Individuals Winners
| U21’s Gents Singles | Simon Barlow | |
| U21’s Gents Doubles | Ged Shepherd and Stuart Williamson |
SEASON 1995 TEAM SUBSCRIPTIONS TO REMAIN AT £8.00
After Chairman Bernard had welcomed everyone and thanked the League Officials for all their work he reported that once again we were looking forward to another enjoyable season. He hoped that as last year there would be fewer disputes and encouraged Clubs to get their players to read the League Rules.
Secretary Marjorie reported that there had been some difficulties at the beginning of the season as some Clubs had not informed all their players about the change of Venue of one Club and players went to the wrong Venue. Club Officials must pass on information sent to all Club Secretaries before the season started.
A reminder was given that “ Home” team were responsible for sending the Knock-Out result not the Winning Team.
The Treasurer was delighted a small profit was shown on last year’s accounts. Team Subscriptions would remain at £8.00 (£9.00 if paid after the Dance.)
Bill Davies requested all Individuals entering the League Tournament provide correct names and addresses on the entry forms to make contact between them easier.
There were no new teams wanting to join the League and only Tyldesley C resigned. Therefore the format for Divisions would be Divs. 1& 2 – 10teams, Divs. 3&4 – 9 teams.
No matches during the Bolton Charity was requested and agreed.
Kearsley Tennis Club would organise the 1995 presentation Dance
League Championship Winners
| Division 1 | Claremont A | Walkden Shield |
| Division 2 | Astley A | Albert Cooper Trophy |
| Division 3 | Astley B | Alan Pickering Trophy |
| Division 4 | Leigh B | Derek Smith Trophy |
Knock – Out Trophy Winner
| Division 1 Ladies | Claremont A | Cup |
| Division 1 Gents | Claremont A | Tom Oldfield Trophy |
| Division 2 Gents | Walmer | John Collier Trophy |
| Division 3 Ladies | Guildhall C | Jayne Gerrard Trophy |
| Division 3 Gents | Lowton | Bernard Pennington Trophy |
| Division 4 Ladies | Leigh C | Winston Spencer Trophy |
| Division 4 Gents | Leigh B | Harold Ainsworth Trophy |
Senior Individuals Winners
| Ladies Singles | Aileen Smith |
| Gents Singles | Rob Walmsley |
| Ladies Doubles | Louise Hopkinson and Jane Bridges |
| Gents Doubles | Derek Boston and Adrian Moores |
| Mixed Doubles | Aileen Smith and Rob Walmsley |
Under 21’s Winner
| U21’s Gents Singles | Ged Shepherd |
| U21’s Gents Doubles | Christopher Cain and Jonathan Noblet |
Veterans Individuals Winners
| Vet. Ladies Singles | Joan Matthews | |
| Vet. Gents Singles | Stuart Barlow | |
| Vet. Gents Doubles | Ken Nixon and Frank Jordan | |
| Vet. Ladies Doubles | Marjorie Deakin and Kath Jordan | |
| Vet. Mixed Doubles | Marjorie Deakin and Frank Jordan |
Handicapped Individuals Winners
| Hcapped Ladies Doubles | Fran Biggins and Gail Fairhurst |
| Hcapped Gents Doubles | Rob Seddon and Brian Norris |
| Hcapped Mixed Doubles | Gail Fairhurst and John Biggins |
SEASON 1996 NEW SENIOR INDIVIDUALS ORGANISER NEEDED
Chairman Bernard welcomed everyone to a new season. He remarked that it had been a wonderful season for good weather and a record for the League when one team scored no points at all— this being his own team Parrfold B!!! He thanked all the officers for their hard work last year and the meeting duly elected all but one (Bill Davies) for another year. Bill did not want to organise the Seniors Individuals Tournament this year but was prepared to continue organising the Under 21’s events. Chairman Bernard thanked Bill for his work and remarked on the increase number of entries over the past few years. He asked for a volunteer to take over from Bill but there were no offers.
Secretary Marjorie hoped for the better return of result cards this season. She was disappointed that so many teams did not take part in the 1995 K.O. Cup Competition on the first Friday night. In future the first round would take place on a Wednesday night which would half the number of teams having to play on a Friday night the designated night for the K.O.Cup Competition matches.
All matches must start at 6.30p.m.. No knocking up practice after 6.30p.m. Regarding League Rule 17 “MAY” claim the first set at 6.45p.m. was changed to “MUST” claim the first set at 6.45p.m. Court directions are sent to all Clubs before the start of the season. “Got Lost” is not an excuse.
League subscriptions to remain the same at £8.00.
No applications for membership of the League and no resignations received. Format – as last year – 2 teams up and 2 teams down – Divs. 1&2 – 10 teams, Divs. 3& 4 – 9 teams.
Leigh Tennis Club organised the Dance which was enjoyed by those who attended
League Championship Winners
| Division 1 | Claremont A | Walkden Shield |
| Division 2 | Bolton A | Albert Cooper Trophy |
| Division 3 | Tyldesley B | Alan Pickering Trophy |
| Division 4 | St. Marks B | Derek Smith Trophy |
Knock – Out Trophy Winner
| Division 1 Ladies | Tyldesley A | Cup |
| Division 1 Gents | Tom Oldfield Trophy | |
| Division 2 Ladies | Guildhall B | John Collier Trophy |
| Division 2 Gents | Winton A | |
| Division 3 Ladies | Tyldesley B | Jayne Gerrard Trophy |
| Division 3 Gents | Walmer | Bernard Pennington Trophy |
| Division 4 Ladies | Guildhall D | Winston Spencer Trophy |
| Division 4 Gents | Bolton B | Harold Ainsworth Trophy |
Senior Individuals Winners
| Ladies Singles | Aileen Smith |
| Gents Singles | Rob Seddon |
| Ladies Doubles | Aileen Smith and Joan Matthews |
| Gents Doubles | Not completed |
| Mixed Doubles | Jane Bridges and Rob Seddon |
Under 21’s Winner
| U21’s Gents Singles | Ged Shepherd |
| U21’s Gents Doubles | No information |
Veterans Individuals Winners
| Vet. Ladies Singles | Barbara Cain |
| Vet. Gents Singles | Stuart Barlow |
| Vet. Gents Doubles | Stuart Barlow and Brian Cain |
| Vet. Ladies Doubles | Maureen Taylor and Barbara Cain |
| Vet. Mixed Doubles | J. Aherne and S. Roberts |
Handicapped Individuals Winners
| Hcapped Ladies Doubles | J Aherne and Christine Whittaker |
| Hcapped Gents Doubles | Rob Seddon and Brian Norris |
| Hcapped Mixed Doubles | J. Aherne and S. Roberts |
SEASON 1997 NO VOLUNTEER FOR TOURNAMENT OFFICER
Chairman Bernard had taken on the job as Tournament Organiser in season 1996 as no one came forward to do it. There had been a poor number of entries. Some matches were finals only. Chairman Bernard asked Club Secretaries to put the entry forms up earlier and encourage members to participate.
Secretary Marjorie reported that the return of both League and Knock-Out Match Result Cards had improved last season. Keep it up! The first round of the 1997 Knock-Out Competition would be on a Wednesday and the following rounds on a Friday.
Treasurer John reported that Team Subscriptions would remain at £8.00 in spite of a loss of £54.54 last season.
League officers were all re-elected.
A resignation from Bolton B team had been received and there were no new applications. There would be three Divisions of 10 and Division 4 would have 8 teams.
Leigh had organised a successful Presentation Dance at the end of the 1996 season. It was Monton Tennis Club’s turn to organise the Presentation Dance at the end of the 1997 Season.
League Championship Winners
| Division 1 | Claremont A | Walkden Shield |
| Division 2 | Walkers A | Albert Cooper Trophy |
| Division 3 | St. Marks A | Alan Pickering Trophy |
| Division 4 | Bradshaw | Derek Smith Trophy |
Knock – Out Trophy Winner
| Division 1 Ladies | Claremont A | Cup | |||
| Division 1 Gents | Claremont A | Tom Oldfield Trophy | |||
| Division 2 Ladies | Tyldesley B | John Collier Trophy | |||
| Division 2 Gents | Walkers A | ||||
| Division 3 Ladies | St Marks A | Jayne Gerrard Trophy | |||
| Division 3 Gents | Walkers B | Bernard Pennington Trophy | |||
| Division 4 Ladies | Guildhall C | Winston Spencer Trophy | |||
| Division 4 Gents | Guildhall C | Harold Ainsworth Trophy |
Senior Individuals Winners
| Ladies Singles | J. Aherne | |
| Gents Singles | Rob Seddon | |
| Ladies Doubles | Alison Hodgkinson and Barbara Cain | |
| Gents Doubles | Phil Hollsworth and Rob Seddon | |
| Mixed Doubles | Barbara Cain and Stuart Barlow |
Veterans Individuals Winners
| Vet. Ladies Singles | Joan Matthews | |
| Vet. Gents Singles | Stuart Barlow | |
| Vet. Gents Doubles | Ken Nixon and Brian Cain | |
| Vet. Ladies Doubles | Marjorie McCormick and Joan Matthews | |
| Vet. Mixed Doubles | Barbara Cain and Stuart Barlow |
Handicapped Individuals Winners
| Hcapped Ladies Doubles | J Aherne and Christine Whittaker | |
| Hcapped Gents Doubles | S. Roberts and J. Ashcroft | |
| Hcapped Mixed Doubles | J. Aherne and S. Roberts | Marjorie & David Trophy |
SEASON 1998 TOURNAMENT ORGANISER JOB—– STILL OPEN !
Chairman Bernard was pleased with the way matches had been played in the right spirit last year. He was looking forward to another good year. He welcomed all the Club representatives and thanked the League Officials for their work in 1997. Trish Brookes (Guildhall T.C.) volunteered to take on the the post of Trophy Secretary. The League still needed a volunteer to take over the post of IndividualsTournament Organiser.
Secretary Marjorie complimented the teams for the better return of League Match Cards. Unfortunately during the last few weeks of the season it wasn’t as good. Team Captains being away on holiday was the most likely the reason. Please make sure any substitute Captains are aware of their responsibilities this season. The return of K.O. Match Cards still leaves much to be desired ! She pleaded with Clubs to find a volunteer to organise the Individuals Tournament Competition as it was not fair that the job fell onto Chairman Bernard as it had done last year.
Team subscriptions to remain at £8.00 (£9.00 if late). A small profit of £37.48 was made over 1997
Clubs were asked to encourage team players to enter the Individuals Tournament and to make sure their entries names were put in the right section.
League Championship Winners
| Division 1 | Tyldesley A | Walkden Shield |
| Division 2 | Guildhall B | Albert Cooper Trophy |
| Division 3 | Walkers B | Alan Pickering Trophy |
| Division 4 | Bradshaw | Derek Smith Trophy |
Knock – Out Trophy Winner
| Division 1 Ladies | Guildhall A | Cup | |||
| Division 1 Gents | Parrfold A | Tom Oldfield Trophy | |||
| Division 2 Ladies | Astley A | John Collier Trophy | |||
| Division 2 Gents | Claremont B | ||||
| Division 3 Ladies | Walkers B | Jayne Gerrard Trophy | |||
| Division 3 Gents | Walkers B | Bernard Pennington Trophy | |||
| Division 4 Ladies | Bradshaw | Winston Spencer Trophy | |||
| Division 4 Gents | Kearsley B | Harold Ainsworth Trophy |
Senior Individuals Winners
| Ladies Singles | J. Talbot | |
| Gents Singles | Rob Seddon | |
| Ladies Doubles | Ann Hodgkinson and Barbara Cain | |
| Gents Doubles | No information | |
| Mixed Doubles | No Information |
Veterans Individuals Winners
| Vet. Ladies Singles | Joan Matthews | |
| Vet. Gents Singles | Stuart Barlow | |
| Vet. Gents Doubles | Ken Nixon and Brian Cain | |
| Vet. Ladies Doubles | R. Davenport and M. Barrett | |
| Vet. Mixed Doubles | Barbara Cain and Stuart Barlow |
Handicapped Individuals Winners
| Hcapped Ladies Doubles | J Aherne and A. Winder | |
| Hcapped Gents Doubles | No information | |
| Hcapped Mixed Doubles | J. Aherne and S. Roberts |
SEASON 1999 CHAIRMAN BERNARD TO BE MILLENNIUM MAYOR
The Walkden and District Tennis League felt very proud when in June 1999, Chairman Bernard was invested as Mayor of Salford for the Millennium Year (1999 – 2000) and would be part of all the celebrations throughout the year. He invited a few of the League Officers to the “ Mayor Making” ceremony which was very interesting and enjoyable. Congratulations and good wishes were sent to Bernard and his wife and Mayoress Jean from the League. They both looked splendid and impressive in their Regalia and Chains of Office.
Obviously the demand on Chairman Bernard ‘s time would be considerable, so at the A.G.M. he requested that a volunteer from the assembled Club Representatives would come forward to organise the Individuals Tournament which had been vacant for two or three years and which he had been forced to run. Alas, no one offered to do the job which was very disappointing. Vice-Chairman, David McCormick, who had been unable to attend the A.G.M. offered to take up the Office when he heard no one had volunteered to do it at the A.G. M. It had been hoped that someone new would join the League Officials but it was not to be. WHY is the Question? The Walkden Tennis League came into being for the benefit of the Clubs in the area providing the opportunity to play more tennis against different opponents, to challenge and improve skills, to reward effort and to develop fellowship. It does not organise itself and therefore needs members to give something back for that opportunity.
Let’s hope the dawn of a New Millennium invokes a revival of the spirit which inspired the Founding Clubs as we look forward to 2022 to celebrate the Centenary of the Walkden and District Tennis League.
All the Other League Officials were re-elected.
Format of the 1999 Season, following the acceptance of Lowton into the League and the resignation of Winton C, Monton B and Golborne, who withdrew at the last minute leaving 33 competing teams which were divided into 4 Divisions. Divs. 1 & 2 – 9 teams, Div. 3 – 8 teams, Div. 4 – 7 teams. Treasurer John’s said that Team Subscriptions would remain at £8.00 despite a loss over the year of £68.95 as the balance in the bank was £359.38.
Marjorie reported Cup Result Cards MUST be returned promptly so that teams could be informed by the Secretary who their next opponent would be. It was decided that Clubs would be fined £5.00 for late return of Result Cards St. Marks organised the Presentation Dance which was a success.
League Championship Winner
| Division 1 | Claremont A | Walkden Shield |
| Division 2 | Monton A | Albert Cooper Trophy |
| Division 3 | Guildhall C | Alan Pickering Trophy |
| Division 4 | Lowton | Derek Smith Trophy |
Knock – Out Trophy Winners
| Division 1 Ladies | Guildhall A | Cup | |||
| Division 1 Gents | Claremont A | Tom Oldfield Trophy | |||
| Division 2 Ladies | Astley A | John Collier Trophy | |||
| Division 2 Gents | Walkers B | Eileen & Derek Gee Trophy | |||
| Division 3 Ladies | St Marks B | Jayne Gerrard Trophy | |||
| Division 3 Gents | Kearsley A | Bernard Pennington Trophy | |||
| Division 4 Ladies | Guildhall D | Winston Spencer Trophy | |||
| Division 4 Gents | Lowton | Harold Ainsworth Trophy |
Senior Individuals Winners
| Ladies Singles | J. Aherne | |
| Gents Singles | R. Seddon | |
| Ladies Doubles | S. Crudden and Louise Hopkinson | |
| Gents Doubles | Frank Jordan and R. Hands | |
| Mixed Doubles | R.Hands and J. McLaughlin |
Veterans Individuals Winners
| Vet. Ladies Singles | Joan Matthews | |
| Vet. Gents Singles | Frank Jordan | |
| Vet. Gents Doubles | Stuart Barlow and Frank Jordan | |
| Vet. Ladies Doubles | M. McCullock and M. Barrett | |
| Vet. Mixed Doubles | Maureen Taylor and Frank Jordan |
Handicapped Individuals Winners
| Hcapped Ladies Doubles | J. Aherne and Christine Whittaker | |
| Hcapped Gents Doubles | Ken Nixon and J. Nixon | |
| Hcapped Mixed Doubles | Melanie Champion and J. Ashcroft |