Citadella Tennis Club

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Picture Picture

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Picture Picture

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2007 Shanghai Master Series .. you can save this and set as your wall paper..

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This is a Limited / Commemorative Tennis Racket, can only be seen at WILSON Depot, Mandaluyong City. The price is Ps 75,000.00 - Wheew!!! - (price was cut to Ps 55,000.00 na lang)

2007-11-01T00:05:00.000-07:00

Basic Facts About Frames & Strings

Reprinted with permission of the United States Racquet Stringer's Association
The following information was supplied by USRSA Technical Advisor Steve Davis. When Steve's not technically advising the USRSA, he's directing Research & Development for Prince Sports Group. We think it's safe to say that Steve knows his basic racquet and string facts.
Note that these facts are presented as generalities - and certain variables or modifications can alter the norm. For instance, a stiffer frame generates more power (Basic Racquet Fact #4), although a stiff frame badly strung may generate less power than a more flexible frame properly strung for power players.
Also note that the statements below are relative. When we say a heavier frame generates more power, arbitrarily adding weight to your frame isn't going to necessarily give you the power you need (and adding too much weight could sacrifice maneuverability). Note that other factors come into play. If you're interested in more power, try adding weight in gradual increments...say 3 or 4 grams at a time. So, basically speaking:

Racquet Facts

> A heavier frame generates more power.
> A heavier frame vibrates less.
> A heavier frame has a larger sweetspot.
> A stiffer frame generates more power.
> A stiffer frame has a larger sweetspot.
> A stiffer frame transmits more of the shock load to the arm than a more flexible frame.
> A stiffer frame provides a more uniform ball response across the entire string plane.
> A larger frame generates more power.
> A larger frame is more resistant to twisting.
> A larger frame has a larger sweetspot.
> A longer frame generates more velocity and therefore more power.
> The string bed in a longer frame generates more spin due to increased velocity.

STRING FACTS
> Lower string tensions generate more power (providing string movement does not occur).

> Higher string tensions generate more ball control (for experienced players).

> A longer string (or string plane area) produces more power.

> Decreased string density (fewer strings) generates more power.
> Thinner string generates more power.*
> More elastic strings generate more power. (Generally, what will produce more power will also absorb more shock load at impact.)
> Softer strings, or strings with a softer coating, tend to vibrate less.
> Thinner strings tend to produce more spin.
> Decreased string density (fewer strings) generates more spin.
> The more elastic the string, the more tension loss in the racquet after the string job.

Happy trip, Godspeed, Señor Rey and Family!!!!

2007-04-02T23:18:00.000-07:00

Grips (from Philippine Tennis Online-PTO)

2007-03-04T18:48:00.000-08:00

No matter how much time you spend finding the perfect frame to beef up your game, the most important part of your racquet just might be your grip--not what the handle is made of, but how you hold it. Although they're largely overlooked, grips are the foundation of all the strokes in tennis. Where you position your hand on the eight-sided handle has a huge impact on each ball you hit. Your grip affects the angle of the racquet face, where you make contact, and ultimately the pace, spin, and placement of your shot.

The difficulty with grips is choosing the right one for a particular stroke. The fact is, there is no perfect grip; each has its advantages and limitations. But some are clearly better-suited for certain strokes and styles of play than others. This guide will help you to (1) learn to grasp the racquet for each grip correctly, and (2) determine the best uses of each of the common grips.

Finding the Grips
There are various ways to explain how to find a certain grip, but the simplest and most reliable is to use the base knuckle of your index finger as the main reference point. The diagrams for each grip show the bottom view of a racquet handle (where the butt cap is attached), which has four main sides and four narrower bevels between the sides.

Continental Grip
The Continental is the one grip that you can use for every shot, but that hasn't been standard practice since the days of long pants and skirts. The Continental is used primarily for serves, volleys, overheads, slices, and defensive shots. Find the Continental by putting the base knuckle of your index finger on bevel No. 1, which puts the V created by your thumb and forefinger on top of the handle. Lefties put the knuckle on bevel No. 4.

Plus:Hitting with the Continental grip on the serve and overhead is standard, as it allows your forearm and wrist to naturally pronate through contact. This results in a more explosive and versatile shot with the least amount of stress on the arm. It's also the preferred grip on volleys since it provides a slightly open racquet face for underspin and control. Since you need quick hands at net, having the same grip for forehand and backhand volleys is also crucial. As mentioned, your grip affects the angle of the racquet face. The more closed the face, the higher and farther in front of your body your strike zone should be for proper contact. Since the racquet face is relatively square on a Continental grip, for ground strokes the strike zone is low and to the side of the body. That's why it's helpful for defensive shots, low balls, and wide balls that you're late on.

Minus: You can hit flat or with slice using the Continental, but it's tough to put topspin on the ball. That means hitting with power and keeping the ball in play requires you to aim the shot just above net level, leaving you little margin for error. And without that safety spin, returning a ball out of your strike zone can be difficult. So lack of consistency is often a problem.
Pros who use it: Virtually all of them, on serves and volleys.

Eastern Forehand Grip
Place your hand flat against the strings and slide it down to the grip; put the racquet flat on a table, close your eyes, and pick it up; or shake hands with the racquet. These are just a few of the tricks you can use to find an Eastern forehand grip. The more technical way is to hold the racquet in a Continental grip and then turn your hand clockwise (counterclockwise for lefties), so that the base knuckle of your index finger slides over one bevel.
Plus: This is generally considered the easiest grip for learning the forehand. It's versatile, allowing the player to brush up the back of the ball for topspin or flatten out the shot for

more power and penetration. It's easy to switch quickly to other grips from the Eastern, making it a wise choice for players who like to come to net.
Minus: The strike zone is higher and farther out in front than with the Continental grip, but it's still not a great option for returning high shots. An Eastern forehand can be very powerful and penetrating, but because it tends to be a flatter stroke it can also be inconsistent, making it difficult to sustain in long rallies. It's not the best choice for players looking to put a lot of topspin on their shots and outlast their opponents.
Pros who use it: Tim Henman, Lindsay Davenport

Western Forehand Grip
From a semi-Western grip, shift your knuckle one more bevel clockwise (counterclockwise for lefties), and you've got a full Western grip. Looking down at the racquet, your knuckle should be on the very bottom of the grip. This puts your palm almost completely under the racquet. Clay-court specialists and players who hit with heavy topspin favor this grip.
Plus: This is an extreme grip that puts a lot of action on the ball. The positioning of the wrist forces the racquet to whip up the back of the ball severely, generating tremendous topspin. You can hit the ball well above net level and it will still drop into the court. The resulting shot will usually have a high and explosive bounce, pushing your opponent behind the baseline. The strike zone is higher and farther out in front than all other forehand grips. The ability to handle high balls is what makes this grip so popular with clay-courters and juniors.

Minus: Low balls can be murder. That's why professionals with this grip generally don't do well on faster surfaces, where the ball stays low after the bounce. Also, you need tremendous racquet-head speed and wrist strength to generate adequate pace and spin. Otherwise, your shots will land short and your opponents can attack them. For some, it's also difficult to flatten shots out, so putting balls away becomes a problem. And just as with the semi-Western, transitioning to net and hitting an effective first volley is a major challenge.
Pros who use it: Rafael Nadal, Amelie Mauresmo

Semi-Western Forehand Grip
Moving your knuckle one more bevel clockwise (counterclockwise for lefties) from the Eastern forehand grip puts you in a semi-Western grip. This has become a prevalent grip for power baseliners on the pro tours, and many teaching pros encourage their students to use it.
Plus: The semi-Western allows a player to apply more topspin to the ball than the Eastern forehand grip, giving the shot greater safety and control, especially on lobs and short angles. Still, you can drive through the ball with this grip to hit a flat drive for a winner or passing shot. It also affords a player the option of taking a bigger swing at the ball since the topspin will help keep it in the court. With a strike zone higher and farther out in front of the body than the Eastern forehand, it's good for controlling and being aggressive with high shots.

Minus: You can run into trouble returning low balls. Since the grip naturally closes the racquet face, forcing you to swing up from underneath the ball, it can be difficult to return lower shots. This, along with having to make a significant grip change to get to the Continental for a volley, is why so many power baseliners are uncomfortable coming to net.
Pros who use it: Marat Safin, Svetlana Kuznetsova

Eastern Backhand Grip
From a Continental grip, shift your knuckle one bevel counterclockwise (clockwise for lefties) so that it's on the very top of the grip. If you drilled a nail through that knuckle, it would go right through the center of the grip (just don't try that at home).
Plus: As with the Eastern forehand, this is a versatile grip that provides good stability for the wrist. You can roll the ball for some spin or hit through it for a more penetrating drive. Some players can slice with an Eastern grip, but if not, a subtle grip change over to the Continental is easy enough to do. This grip also can be used for a kick serve, and it makes the transition to net for volleys a relatively smooth one.

Minus: While solid for handling low balls, an Eastern backhand grip is not ideal for hitting topspin shots from around the shoulders. It can be difficult to control these balls, and many times a player is forced to slice them back defensively. You see this most often when players return kick serves that jump up high in the strike zone.
Pros who use it: Roger Federer, Lisa Raymond

Extreme Eastern or Semi-Western Backhand Grip
The backhand's answer to the Western forehand (a reason some refer to this as a semi-Western backhand), the base knuckle of your index finger moves one bevel counterclockwise from the Eastern backhand (clockwise for lefties). It's an advanced grip that only stronger and more accomplished players tend to use.
Plus: Just as with the Western forehand grips, this is a very popular choice with clay-court players. It naturally closes the racquet face more than a regular Eastern backhand and moves the strike zone higher and farther out in front of you, making it more conducive to handling high balls and returning them with topspin. Some of the most powerful backhands in tennis are held with this grip.

Minus: Its limitations are similar to those of the Western forehand. It's not well-suited for low balls, and because it's a rather extreme grip it's difficult to make quick changes for a transition to net. Players with this grip usually have long, elaborate swings and prefer the baseline.
Pros who use it: Gustavo Kuerten, Justine Henin-Hardenne

Two-Handed Backhand Grip
There's no doubting the popularity of this grip, but there is some debate about the ideal way to position both hands. One of the most accepted ways is to hold the racquet in your dominant hand with a Continental grip. Then take your nondominant hand and put it above your playing hand in a semi-Western forehand grip.
Plus: This is an excellent choice for players who aren't strong enough to hit a one-handed backhand. A more compact stroke than the one-hander, the two-hander relies on shoulder rotation and an efficient swing to provide power. That's why it's particularly effective on the return of serve. It's also good on low shots, and the extra arm lets you power through on balls that are at shoulder level.

Minus: Because both hands are on the racquet, the two-hander limits a player's reach. So doing anything with wide shots can be tough, especially since it's difficult to rotate your upper body when stretched. Also, two-handers can become dependent on topspin. Hitting an effective slice calls for extending through the shot with a steady front shoulder. This is unnatural for two-handers, who are taught to open their hips and rotate their shoulders. Taking the nondominant hand off the racquet to hit the slice or volley is also troubling for many two-handers; it's the reason why they're generally not comfortable at the net.
Pros who use it: Andre Agassi, Maria Sharapova

Credits to
Jon Levey
Illustrations by Craig Zuckerman
From the April 2005 issue of TENNIS Magazine

Team Tennis Tournament

2007-01-25T21:59:00.000-08:00

There will be a one day Team Tennis Tournament at the Citadella Tennis Courts on 27 January 2007. Two teams will vie for the title. Entry fee, PhP 400.00 per entry. If your team wins, you get a PhP 200.00 refund. Let the games begin!!!!

2006-12-13T23:42:00.000-08:00

To all members of Citadella Tennis Club, Yuletide Greetings!

2006-11-15T18:44:00.000-08:00

Happy trip Angel!!!!Keep in touch!

2006-11-08T18:55:00.000-08:00

Group picture ulit

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Ang mga naka de cuatro, mga....Ang hinde ay....

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rose among the thorns....

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Bob and Abet. Nasa likod si Malou

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Lopez family

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Alfred: Rey, bakit mo inubos yung lechon..? Rey: Hindi ko inubos, ayun o, nasa plastic bag na dala ni Leo....!

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Busy ako...wag nyo ko guluhin...!

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Sarap ng lechon!

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Kainan na....

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Nick: Leo, blow na...! Rocky: Sandali lang, tama ba yung number sa cake?

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Group Pic

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Is it the V sign?

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Happy birthday Leo!

2006-11-08T18:30:00.000-08:00

The Champs

2006-11-08T18:28:00.000-08:00

Nice pose ni Madam President

The Goodwill Tennis Tours (who wants to join?)

2006-10-19T20:59:00.000-07:00

The Goodwill Tennis Tours is coming to the Philippines. I have three confirmed locations - Metro Manila, Naga City and Davao City. I am waiting to hear from Cagayan de Oro for the fourth site. If CDO does not come through, do you know of sites in the Visayas I can use. I have several sites in Luzon as backup but I am hesitant to go there as I already have two Luzon sites.

Our Manila program will be at the University of the Philippine - Diliman and will be as follows (the description I sent out to the sites):

The evening of 11/16 either at the Sheraton in Manila or UP Diliman an evening program to introduce ourselves, explain the program and have a question and answer session.

Friday November 17th, Saturday November 18th and Sunday November 19th - UP Diliman Program.

In the mornings for three hours we will teach the USTA Recreational Coaches Workshop. This program is designed to teach people how to teach tennis. During this program everyone is invited to participate on the tennis courts. In otherwords, tennis trainers, P.E teachers, seniors, parents, children eight to twelve, beginners up to low intermediates are all on the tennis courts. Other participants can observe but it is better that they participate because they will learn better, especially for those who want to be certified as a USPTA Developmental Coach. According to Ted, twenty four per court is the most ideal number of participants but he said that they can do up to fifty and up per court but each group would rotate - one group on the court while the other observes. Observing group rotates onto the tennis courts every ten to fifteen minutes.

We can accommodate alot of people. Ted and Kevin (and hopefully a woman tennis professional if we can recruit one) will use one court to show the techniques and once that is internalized by the participants, they will branch out to the other tennis courts to do the drill while Ted and Kevin go from court to court instructing. We can use all the courts available if we can fill them up. I asked Ted, "What if there were six tennis courts? " and he said, "Yes we can!" Obviously, the more people participating and tennis courts used will provide for less personalized instruction but if the people are motivated and want to learn, the sky is the limit.

In the late afternoons two ninety minute sessions. Each site can choose how they want to use these two sessions but we prefer that they be used for advanced players, especially juniors, to take advantage of the skills of Ted and Kevin. Ted best described it best when he told me. " If you had a Master Martial Arts Instructor come to the Philippines, would you want him to teach to your most advanced pupils or beginners? Get my point? Children up to low intermediates were taken care of in the RCW session.

We expect a large group of advanced players and we advise to break it up into two sessions. Those attending one session should not participate in the other session so that we can get maximum participation.

Regarding time: I realize that we are coming in November and the children and juniors are in school and most of the participants of the RCW work during the day. We are flexible with our times and want to accommodate as many people as possible. Therefore, we can do the advanced players two one hour sessions (ninety minutes per session if we stay with the original schedule) in the late afternoons at 3 p.m. and 5:15 p.m. and the RCW to start at 6:15 p.m. so that the adults who want to participate can go to the RCW after work. If we do the RCW in the evenings, the session will be shortened to two hours or two and one half hours, so people can get home at a reasonable time. (note, in the U.S., the RCW is six hours but Ted and Kevin want to go longer in the Philippines.) Obviously we would need lights to do the evening course and request a covered court(s) or a gym to use in the event of rain.

All three days will be different instruction so participants should attend from the first day. We will not go over the same information twice. The program will be started on time.

I do not have the firm schedules for the other three programs as of yet and will have in about a week. To find out more about the UP Diliman program, have the interested parties contact Coach Ariel Juliano at UP Diliman.

I do not know how to use the blogsite so forward this infor for me.

Promoting friendship and goodwill using the world game of tennis,

Elmer A. Dolera
The Goodwill Tennis Tours - U.S.A.
831-424-8916
edolera@hotmail.com

2006-09-21T07:58:00.000-07:00

HAPPY 21st Birthday... 21st? ... baka 21 years of SERVICE, he he.. sige na nga! BIRTHDAY mo naman e, CHEERS!

2006-08-22T09:49:00.000-07:00

UPDATE ! - NADAL TEAM defeated the FEDERER TEAM on the finals last Saturday (Aug. 19, 2006) with only 1 point! wheew... thanks and CONGRATS not only to NADAL Team but to each and everyone who participated and made this tournament a success, 'til next time PARTNERS!

2006-08-09T06:47:00.000-07:00

.... HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY BEERDAY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY LEO.. SARRAAAP NG LECHON!, Who's next... bring it on...

TOURNAMENT

2006-07-23T17:50:00.000-07:00

ATTENTION : OUR CLUB WILL HOLD ANOTHER TOURNAMENT THIS AUGUST 5,12 and 19, THIS TIME IT'S FEDERER vs. NADAL TEAM - HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO LEO, TECK AND MONNET and CONGRATS TO BLUE TEAM - YOU DID WELL!

2006-06-20T07:35:00.000-07:00

Hey guys.. after reviewing all the pics emailed by our friend, Mayko. Eh di ko nakita sarili ko (isa pala ko sa photographer). Anyway, i just would like to share to you na lang my recent pics (kahit bayad ako nung huling laban namin ni Nadal sa Roland Garros), kalimutan nyo na yon! Champion naman ako dito sa Gerry Weber Open, thanks partners - see you at Cittadella Tennis Court! - teka-teka, baka gusto nyong bumili ng kotse o mag pa Insure (wag lang yung mga palo nyo ha! kasi CLAIM agad yun!).. e, tawagan nyo lang ako - JEFF

2006-06-19T16:24:00.000-07:00

WOOHOHOOW, "THE DYNAMIC DUO"!

Okay na sana eh, kaya lang.... PAREHONG NET!

Edwin : Partner, alisin mo kamay mo sa legs ko

Stan : may tatanong lang sana ko.... 'di kaya isa lang Tatay natin?

... Well, what do you think? ( JOKE LA-ANG! )

Rocky : pare, may sasabihin ako sa 'yo...

Rey : Ano yun, may auto ba tayo?

Rocky : Naku Hindi! muntik na ko matinik kanina, di ko nakita...

Rey : di ka nag iisa, ako din e!

Rocky : kailangan na yata natin magpalit ng Eye Glass

Rey : Correct ka dyan KUYA!

MGA PARTNER, mas malamang etong dalawa iisa TATAY.

2006-06-19T16:13:00.000-07:00

(from right) Tommy, Daddy Loiue, Mommy Becka, Louisse (Hingis in the making) and Soki (did i spell it right?), anyway... dito na tayo mag pose, malapit na lunch... he he.

2006-06-19T16:07:00.000-07:00

OKAY, One... Two..., teka teka.. ulit...

T H R E E ! ayos....

2006-02-14T23:31:00.000-08:00

Edwin-Jhonny vs. James-Nick

2006-02-14T23:29:00.000-08:00

Jay-Kuya Ray vs. Mel-Alfred

2006-02-14T23:26:00.000-08:00

Mayko-Mike vs. Dan-Butch

2006-02-14T23:24:00.000-08:00

Zim, what are you doin' there? Ladies match yan?

2006-02-14T23:18:00.000-08:00

Inuman na lang! mas enjoy 'to...

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Tommy : ang gulo mo Rocky ah, eto sa 'yo.. uhmm.. ha ha ha...

Rocky : Oouuch!.. pero ayos Tom.

Ray : Kita ko yan ah...

Mayko : Sige.. ako naman kay Tom.

2006-02-14T23:12:00.000-08:00

Steady... 1..2..3... Good Shot!

2006-02-14T23:10:00.000-08:00

Okay! Let's PLAY!!!

2006-02-14T23:06:00.000-08:00

That's a "SUPER-SMILE"

2006-01-17T21:06:00.000-08:00

We wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. and Mrs. Rollie Buensalida on the passing away of his father.

2006-01-09T00:41:00.000-08:00

OK ang mga ngiti ng mga barako boys. Photo courtesy of Jeff

2006-01-09T00:37:00.000-08:00

Tommy with the Viva Hotmen Team Captains Jay, Mike, and Manny. Photo courtesy of Jeff S.

2006-01-09T00:36:00.000-08:00

Hmmm. Ano kaya ang tinitingnan ni Lord? Photo courtesy of Jeff S.

2006-01-09T00:35:00.001-08:00

Nakakarami na ng San Mig Light. Photo courtesy of Jeff S.

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More pics. Photo courtesy of Jeff S.

2006-01-09T00:33:00.000-08:00

Madame president Marita B flanked by close friends. Photo courtesy of Jeff S.

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Angel and Tommy. Photo courtesy of Jeff S.

2006-01-09T00:29:00.000-08:00

Ryan, Jeff, Lord, and Blue Team Captain Mike C. Photo courtesy of Jeff S.

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Team Captain of the Red Team, Jay with Jeff. Photo courtesy of Jeff S.

2006-01-09T00:26:00.000-08:00

Cheers!

2005-12-20T21:43:00.000-08:00

Merry merry Christmas and a happy new year to all!!!!

2005-12-20T08:49:00.000-08:00

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2005-12-19T00:34:00.000-08:00

Angel and son, Pinky, George enjoying the games at courtside.

2005-12-19T00:30:00.000-08:00

Red Team Captain, Jay Magsano, very relaxed as red team leads 3-2

2005-12-18T18:55:00.000-08:00

Blue vs. Red sa finals. Red Team won 4-3 while everybody won during the Christmas party. Merry merry Christmas to all!!!!

2005-12-18T18:54:00.000-08:00

Sino kaya ang nanalo at sino ang natalo ng isang case ng San Mig Light?

2005-12-18T18:50:00.000-08:00

Senyor Rollie with Dondi and Mel. Nasa background si partner Jorge

2005-12-18T18:49:00.000-08:00

White Team Captain Alfred (kamukha daw ni Richard Gomez) with Ryan, Dondi, Stan, Mel, Nick and Tommy

2005-12-18T18:47:00.000-08:00

Stan, George, Jeff, and Tommy

2005-12-18T18:45:00.000-08:00

Beauties of Citadella Tennis club Tek, Monette, and Tommy kasama si Bong

2005-12-18T18:44:00.000-08:00

Madam Marita with Mel, Stan, Aflred, Leo and Jay.

2005-12-18T18:42:00.000-08:00

Si Blue Team Cap Mike with brothers Bong & Lord with the new faces of Citadella Tennis club. Nasa labas ng selda sina Mel and Jay.

2005-12-18T18:40:00.000-08:00

Viva hot men (Stan, Alfred, & Leo)

2005-12-18T18:37:00.000-08:00

President of Citadella Tennis Club, Madam Marita with the barako boys

Red Team Emerges as Champion in the 2005 Citadella Team Tennis Tournament

2005-12-17T15:03:00.000-08:00

The red team, headed by its ace player Jay Magsano beat the blue team anchored by its own battle tested Mike Castillo with an aggregate score of four won matches and three losses. The championship match culminated with an exciting awards night and Christmas party that lasted till the early hours of the morning. Such event was organized and ably administered by Citadella Tennis club's well respected and beloved president, Madam Marita Buensalida and the other officers of the tennis club.

The Citadella Team Tennis Tournament is an annual event normally held during December of every year. Every year that such tournament was held, the club saw more and more new faces joining the regulars.

To the Red Team, congratulations. To the donors and benefactors of Citadella Tennis Club, our heartfelt thanks for all types of contributions that you shared. To Madam Marita and all the other officers and staff of Citadella Tennis Club (including Al and the ballboys), congratulations and our kudos for "keeping the ties that bind" among all the Citadella Tennis Club family members!

Merry Merry Christmas to all!

2005-12-12T17:48:00.000-08:00

The Champions, (Jeff and Arnel) in the Citadella Class B doubles tournament

2005-12-11T17:48:00.000-08:00

Harry (in partnership with Edwin) reached the finals of the Citadella Class B Doubles tournament

2005-12-10T17:46:00.000-08:00

Edwin (runner up in the Citadella Class B Doubles tournament).