This week the weather has certainly kept us guessing, but at last, the long-awaited noise impact assessment is scheduled to go ahead today. After several delays, this assessment is a crucial step toward progressing our padel court application, so fingers crossed for calm skies.

Meanwhile, the first round of Internal Winter League matches has been granted a little breathing room with an extended deadline, so players, now’s the time to get those matches played!

This Sunday promises a double-header of competitive action: the Don Barton Cup match against Rayleigh kicks off the morning, followed by our Invitational Winter League clash with Lexden Hill in the afternoon. Best of luck to both teams.

There is plenty happening beyond the baseline too. From lively social evenings to important club roles, there’s something for everyone to get involved in. If you’ve got a head for numbers, take a look at the finance role we’re recruiting for. And if you’re organised, enthusiastic, and up for the challenge of coordinating our summer teams, we’re on the lookout for a Fixtures Secretary. Interested? Contact Tom at tennis@fosltc.com.

What’s happening at FOSLTC!

Winter Social – Table Tennis Evening

Shake off the winter chill and join us at the club on Friday 23rd January for a Table Tennis Social Night.

The event is free to sign up for and registration can be completed online HERE. It is open to all members, including both adults and juniors.

We will be starting from 7:00pm, and we are pleased to confirm that Mark has kindly extended the Thursday Games Night special offers for the evening.

We’re Hiring a Finance Manager!

We are looking for a reliable, detail-focused finance manager to support day-to-day financial operations and assist our Club Manager. If you enjoy working with numbers and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, we would love to hear from you. Please see the link to the Job Description HERE. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to kim@fosltc.com.

The Gym!

A quick message from Katy this week;

Please can ALL gym users ensure that they book their sessions. The link is HERE incase you can’t find it. We have a maximum people of 6 per session. This number is for healthy & safety reasons & to avoid any over crowding. Please be mindful of others who are using the gym. Thankyou!

Squash!

We’re pleased to welcome Alan Hubbard on board as our new Squash Coach. He’s starting his coaching at the end of January. You may have seen him in and around the club as he has been getting up to speed with the club and members over the past couple of months. Information on his coaching can be found HERE or please email Alan on alan.hubbard@hubcapadvisory.com to discuss any coaching or sessions.

Croquet

Croquet isn’t just a summer sport. Our members kept the fun going right through Christmas and New year- wrapping up warm for Boxing Day and New Year’s Day games. Followed by a drink to warm up. A great bit of winter socialising. Group sessions will continue weather permitting throughout the winter, every Wednesday and Saturday. Come along, keep active and enjoy the company! Please contact Jill Wright for further details.

TNT Sports

We will be showing the Australian Open from Monday 19^th January from 9am until 1pm showing matches and highlights. Then the round-up every evening. Ring or speak at the bar for more details.

In need of a Physio?

Did you know we have an onsite physio? If not why not! We’re very lucky to have JL Physio on site offering all our members fantastic treatment not just for sport related injuries but also for a wide variety or conditions and symptoms. As members, you receive 20% discount on a first consultation and a 10% discount on second consultation. Why not contact James to see how he can help you!

Additional information and Terms and Conditions may apply www.jlphysio.co.uk

Racket Sport Services

Racket Sport Services currently has a SALE, and prices on Tennis Rackets from Volkl, Solinco, and Tecnifibre have been lower even further! Also at lower prices are Selkirk Pickleball Padels, and balls! The sale will continue for at least until the end of January.

Other Upcoming Events at the Club

• Saturday 24^th January – An Evening with Our New Chef

Limited spaces available, Free event for members only! Please email events@fosltc.com if interested.

• Friday 30^th January – Big Fat Quiz of the Year!

How’s your memory of events from 2025…. £2.00 per person, teams of up to 6 people. Quiz starts at 7.30pm, hosted by James Max! Winning team gets a £40.00 bar tab to celebrate! To book, speak to the office or head HERE

• Sunday 8th February: Frinton Jazz Club presents Chris Difford. Afternoon and Evening ticketsHERE
• Thursday 12th February: Artist in Conversation with David Downes. More information HERE
• Sunday 15th February – Galentines Brunch in aid of Breast Cancer. More info coming soon….
• Friday 20th February – Quiz Night! £2.00 per person, teams of up to 6 people. Quiz starts at 7.30pm. Winning team gets a £40.00 bar tab to celebrate! To book, speak to the office or head HERE
• Saturday 21st February – Lunar New Year Meal! More info coming soon….
• Friday 27th February – Music Bingo… More info coming soon….
• Sunday 19th April – Frinton Jazz Club presents Liane Carroll – Multi Jazz Award winning Vocalist/pianist. Tickets available HERE

To register your interest for any of our events, please email Jess, events@fosltc.com, and she’ll be able to send out more information when it’s available.

Let’s keep the momentum going, on court, off court, and all around the club.

The Board