Hello!

Scorchio! Summer is back. The weather forecast for the next week is fantastic. The Poolside Kitchen will be open and whether it’s a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, or Pimm’s, fizz, lager or wine o’clock the bar is open too! Do pop down to the Club!

This Friday, we have our juniors tennis and disco event on so if you’ve got kids aged 5 – 12 you can sign up for the event HERE or do feel free to bring them and even their older siblings down to the Club tomorrow evening!

Meanwhile, last Friday the Frinton Summer Music Course held their concert at the Club. Of course we were delighted to welcome my mum, Wendy Max with all her pupils. Once again they were joined by Gareth Malone OBE who, in just four days, managed to coach a choir to sing the songs from Oliver! Including my brother Richard who gave a cameo performance too! A packed house, brilliant concert and we managed to raise over £400 for the Club. Bravo all!

By now hopefully you’ll know that the Thursday Social tennis has become a thing. For all the instructions on how to join in, click HERE it’s open to all standards and you’ll definitely get a good game. Next Thursday, 14^th August, to coincide with our tournament (and the good weather) Pizza night is BACK! Chef usually sells out so to pre-order your pizza just text the number of pizzas you want to reserve and order your toppings on the night! 07498 744745

Let’s get to this week’s news!

Elite Men’s Sponsored Tennis Competition.

Thank you to everyone who came down on Saturday to enjoy a fantastic day of tennis!
Congratulations to Freddie Middleton on winning the Cup Final against Kristian Fulcher, and to Tom Challener for winning the Plate Final against Dominic Binns.

A big thank you to our generous sponsors, Clacton Pier and Green Robins, whose support helped make the event such a success. And to David Binns and Tom Philpot for organising this inaugural event.

And of course, the strawberries and cream were a real treat!

LTA Junior Open | Monday 11^th – Saturday 16^th August

Next week, we’re hosting our final external tournament of the summer. The LTA Junior Open. Several of our own Club members will be taking part, so do come down and show your support!

The Poolside Kitchen will be open every day from midday, so why not grab a bite while enjoying some great tennis? (Not tried the smash burger yet? It’s banging!)

As always during our tournaments, please remember to book your courts in advance. Section 4 remains fully open for Members, weather permitting, of course!

Colchester & District | Update

As we start to wind down for the season with finals fast approaching, there’s still plenty of tennis action happening on court!

This week’s match highlights:

• Monday:
  • Mixed B vs Lexden R&F – Frinton won 6–3
• • Men’s C vs Colchester Officers Club – Frinton won 6–3
  • Men’s B vs Dedham – Frinton won 9–0
• Thursday (tonight):
  • Mixed C (away) vs Colchester Officers Club
• Friday:
  • Mixed D (home) vs Spring Lane
  • Mixed A (away) vs Spring Lane

Please note: There are no home matches next week due to the LTA Junior Open taking place at the Club.

To view all upcoming matches and full results, click HERE

Club Championships

We’re into the next round. So please do take note of the play-by dates. Meanwhile I have to report that I got rinsed by the number 2 seed, George Moxon in my restricted singles match. All the other match results are on the tennis board in the clubhouse. And we’re looking forward to the Club Finals day on Saturday 6^th September.

Christmas at the Club | Events

Yes, we know it’s still summer… but we’re already getting into the festive spirit! This week, we launched our Christmas events for the season. Bookings are now open! If you haven’t seen what’s planned, you can check out all the details HERE.

It’s going to be a busy month, so be sure to secure your spot early.

For more information, to book tickets or a table or enquire about a corporate booking, please speak to Jess in the office or email events@fosltc.com

Upcoming Events

Thursday 14^th August – Pizza is Back!! Pre-orders recommended as the last 2 have been sell out nights! See more HERE PLUS live music from Hoy Boy Pete, Sea Shanty music from 6.30pm.

Thursday 4^th September – Pizza is Back!! Pre-orders recommended. See more HERE

Saturday 6^th September – FOSLTC Club Finals Day!

Saturday 20^th September – Wedding and Events Fair. More information HERE

Sunday 21^st September – Roast Sunday Lunch returns! To view click HERE

Saturday 25^th October – The Philomena Dwyer, literary lunch with Lisa Jewell – More info here. Tickets available in Caxton Books, 55 Connaught Avenue

Saturday 22^nd November – Dinner with Ian Dale Book Event – More info HERE. Tickets available in Caxton Books, 55 Connaught Avenue

Saturday 29^th November – Christmas Market – 11am until 3pm

Meanwhile there are plenty of classes, social sporting sessions and other activities going on at the Club. Information on all our sports and activities and how to join can be found on the website or via the office. We hope you’ll pop down to see us or even watch some of the amazing tennis next week.

Have a terrific week.

James Max

Club Chairman