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Alicia Molik Cup

On March 24th and 25th Barwon Regions under 12 mixed team, Stephaine Cameron, Taylah Mielczarek, James Thorne and Axel Hider competed in the 2012 Tennis Victoria Alicia Molik Cup held at Kooyong Lawn TC.  The team was overpowering on the first day of play only dropping one set out of twelve.  On day 2 they continued to play a high level of tennis, with Eastern Region proving too strong in the first rubber.  Barwon came home strong to win the 2nd rubber against Waverley, finishing third overall.

 All players were outstanding, but doubles pair Taylah Mielczarek and James Thorne proved to be too strong, dominating the whole weekend.  Parents and the team manager were delighted with the effort and behaviour of all the players.

Victorian Country Inter-regional Championships

The BARWON Region has once again stamped its authority on the State after claiming its fourth straight Victorian Inter-Regional crown.  The R e g i o n was awarded the championship after the finals were called off due to rain however, the result was hardly in doubt.  Whether it was singles, doubles or mixed doubles the Barwon players were able to performat their best and were scheduled to play in the majority of the cancelled finals.  Their dominance was best highlighted by Ari Levinson and James Brushfield who would have had to face each other in the under-18 boys’ final.  Captain Mick Mullen said the doubles teams were the catalyst.   ‘‘Our doubles teams played really well which was good because we didn’t do as well in the singles as we did last year,’’ he said.  The region has now won 10 of the past 12 Championships.

 

Foundation Cup 2011

On November 13^th and 14^th Barwon Region girls Nicole Mullen, Georgia Kelly, Taylah Mielczarek and Tamika Hider competed at Bairnsdale for the title of Foundation Cup. In very warm conditions on the Sunday the girls won their three rubbers against Mornington Peninsula, East Gippsland and Goulburn to be eligible for the playoff for 1^st and 2^nd place with Central Highlands.  In a tight first set where the lead changed several times Nicole Mullen stormed home with great strength and consistency to overpower Hannah Heath 7-5, 6-1 in her singles final.  Georgia Kelly was making her comeback after a seven month injury layoff. Although she fought gallantly, went down to Samantha Hucker 6-4, 7-5.

Our two outstanding performers were Taylah Mielczarek and Tamika Hider who showed great endurance and consistency to go through the whole tournament without dropping one set. Taylah winning her singles final against Anna Pryse-Smith 6-1, 6-2 and Tamika taking out her singles against Caitlin Keall 6-2, 6-2.  All girls enjoyed the weekend immensely and played with great team spirit and camaraderie.

Frank Sedgman Cup 2011

Barwon regions under 11 mixed tennis players Axel hider, Taylah Mielczarek, James Thorne and Zoe Duff competed in the 2011 Tennis Victoria Frank Sedgman Cup at Tennis Ballarat (indoor centre).  The team played some inspired tennis to finish in the top pool, playing off for positions 1-4.  Tied at 3rd place they dropped the deciding tie break to finish in 4th place overall out of 13 teams.
Team manager Renee Mielczarek was delighted with contribution of all team players. 

Association – Region Teams Challenge

Over the Queen’s Birthday week-end, Barwon Tennis Region was represented at the “Association – Regional Teams Challenge” at the Traralgon Tennis Centre. This is an annual event run by Tennis Victoria, and brings together talented players from both regional and country areas across the State. The “14 and Unders” were represented by Geordie Daulaca (Torquay), Jesse Brunt (Grovedale), Nicole Mullens (Waurn Ponds) and Nicola McLennan (Aireys Inlet). In the “12 and Unders” team were Jayson Tomicic (Waurn Ponds), Axel Hider (Grovedale), Taylah Mielczarek (Wandana Heights) and Olivia Ryan (All Saints).   All players did very well, with Barwon recording 4 wins and a narrow loss against the opposing regions. Each person played ten 8 game sets over the 3 days, and the final result of 5^th place out of 16 teams was well deserved. All players were a credit to the region.    

 

Barwon Region Reigns Supreme

For the 3^rd consecutive year the Barwon Region was victorious at the Country Victoria Inter Regional Championships.  The Championships held at Geelong Lawn Tennis Club over the weekend of January 7 – 9 were a great success, with many members of the Barwon Region tennis fraternity contributing. The Barwon team consisting of a mixture of mature established and up and coming players formed a solid bond and supported each other throughout the weekend. A Barwon Region song, written by team manager Mick Mullen was sung with gusto following the presentation.   A serious injury to long time Barwon representative player Julie Golightly was a low light and all within the Region wish Julie the best on her recovery.  Each Barwon player contributed to the victory, winning at least one round in their section. Bianca Duff dominated 14 years female event winning the Singles and Doubles.Whilst all players contributed we acknowledge the following players who were successful winning their respective event;

Veteran Male Doubles; Tony Brushfield and Barry Golightly
Open Mens Doubles; Justin Robinson and Matthew Holschier
18yrs Female Singles; Kerryn Bruce
18yrs Male Singles; Ari Levinson
18yrs Female Doubles; Evalina Varju and Abbey Walker
16yrs Female Doubles; Caitlin Lennon and Ramona Mataruga
16yrs Male Doubles; Adam Lasky and Samuel Parry
14rs Female Singles; Bianca Duff
14yrs Female Doubles; Nicole Mullen and Bianca Duff