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Tennis

The tennis section in Brunei is one of the cornerstones of the Panaga club’s attractions. With the new tennis court surfaces and the active and committed club committee at its base, the members have enjoyed the sections active and eventful activities. Pleasure and performance are mixed to balance the member’s abilities and playing level. Children and adults alike have enjoyed the pleasure of the high standard of the facilities which will continue to improve. Some of the highlights of the community service are :

The Junior Tennis Development Program is alive and kicking. We have approximately 150 children ranging from the age of 6 to 16 years old. The talent that is present at the Panaga tennis section is demonstrated by the high level of tennis by our youngsters who continue to demonstrate their competitive spirits. Players of all ability will find a place on the courts that gives them an opportunity to explore their talents.

We have recently attracted a new coach Domingo Feliciano, who has  brought a new élan to the tennis section. Not only technical training but also working on the tactical aspects of the game and enhancing the fitness of the members is much appreciated by the participants to his Group and Individual training sessions.

Munchkin Tennis for the very young from 6 upwards is really sought after. Due to steadily increasing numbers of younger children participating, the tennis pro has decided to add more groups to accommodate the high demand. The groups consist of a maximum of 10 children and there is a need to expand the guidance to these young enthusiastic newcomers in the tennis world. We are currently sourcing an assistant that can help with children’s development.

Social Tennis is one of the more relaxed events that provides members with  an opportunity to test their skills in mixed ability matches. Wednesday evening and Friday morning Social Tennis are a real joy for the participants. The social tennis is eventful and good fun – ‘meet end greet’ for players of all abilities who enjoy tennis.

All in all a successful section with many memorable events, taking a prominent position in the Panaga sports section.

COME AND PLAY !!!

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Past Events - Schlumberger Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament 2008

Event - Schlumberger Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament 2008
Date - 25 February- 2 March 2008
Venue - Panaga Club Tennis Courts

Participants of the Schlumberger Mixed Dooubles Tennis Tournament 2008
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This is the first Mixed Doubles Tournament at the Panaga Club in two years, and a record 88 pairs participated in the draw. After a round robin qualifying round, 32 promising pairs moved on to the Championship and Trophy Divisions. The tournament was supervised by Tennis Pro Mr Domingo Feliciano and Assistant, Mr Edward Lariosa. The Finals were held on Sunday, 2 March, followed by the awarding ceremony and dinner. The trophies were presented by Mr Joseph Koh of Schlumberger and Mr Paul Rijks, Panaga Tennis Section Captain.

Center court featured top class tennis in the Championship Division Final, with Sandy Reoveros/Abigail Famador emerging victorious over Alan Fletcher/Janet Locke in the deciding set, 6-4,4-6,6-1. In the battle for Championship Division Third Place, Mohd Nordin Hamid/Erani Hamidoon defeated Martin jackson/Anne Maundrell, 7-6,6-2.

The Trophy Division Final was no less exciting, with Thota Praveen Kumar/Henrietta Madankar prevailing over Vidyasagar/Marloes Van de Sant, after overcoming early difficulties in the deciding set to win 6-2,5-7,6-3. The Trophy Division Third Place went to Thagamalai/Mella Mariana, after defeating Sundaram Ayyanar/Marylou Rainsford, 6-4,7-6.

Winners of the Championship Division

Winners of the Trophy Division

Past Events - SKSWood Singles Tennis Meet

SKSWood Singles Tennis Meet By Alex How

Winners of the Ladies' Championship Division with Panaga Tennis Section Captain Paul Rijks.

Winners of the Men's Championship Division with Managing Director of SKSWood Don Ballantyne. - PHOTOS: ALEX HOW

Alan Fletcher came back from a set down to beat Martin Jackson to claim the SKSWood Singles Tennis Tournament 2007 Men's Event title at Panaga Club Tennis Courts, Seria.

Fletcher was down 1-6 in the first round of the Championship Division but he regained his composure to beat Jackson 6-3 and 6-2. The semi-finalists were Hans Kooper and Tony Sim.

In the Ladies' Event, Ann Christin Nilsson beat Jackie Kwong 6-0, 6-0 to win the title. The semi-finalists were Jacqueline Tan and Hannie Kooper.

In the Trophy Division (Men's Event), Mazlan Gapar was the winner after beating John Maundrell 1-6, 6-2, 6-2.

Judy Leslie Acornley beat Lacerdina Tromp 6-3, 6-3 to claim the Ladies' Event title.

In the Plate Division, Vincent Kan won the Men's Event after beating Danny Limosinero 6-4, 6-2 while Renata Kang beat Maycee Lacsamana 6-3, 6-3 to claim the Ladies' Event title.

The tournament featured three divisions in both men and ladies events: Championship, Trophy and Plate divisions.

Paul Rijks, Panaga Tennis Section Captain and Don Ballantyne, Managing Director of SKSWood Sdn Bhd gave away the prizes to the winners.

Source: Weekend Borneo Bulletin. November 24, 2007