The 2nd PTA Gala Day was held on Saturday 8th October. The Gala day has quickly become a highlight for the kids each summer season. All teams from each section attend the 1 venue and compete against one another in a round robin. Play is doubles only. This year we went with a shorts sets format. Last year we used 10 point tie-breakers as the format to cement that knowledge for the kids.<\/p>\n
The day is designed to be a fun introduction to tournament style play in a familiar environment against players they already know. It encourages kids to get to know their opponents and introduces them to having to come to the tournament\u00a0desk to enter their\u00a0scores.<\/p>\n
Host clubs play an important role in welcoming the kids, having a team of volunteers running the draw and coordinating the kids on court. A sausage sizzle also provides a welcome snack across the morning.<\/p>\n
Winners and Runners up are presented with a medal at the end of the morning’s play. Another award on offer is our Sportsmanship award presented to the player from each section who shows excellent sportsmanship and a passion for tennis.<\/p>\n
All up in excess of 430 kids participated across 12 venues.<\/p>\n