Chichester Racketball Open - Results
| chichester_racketball_open_results_a_grade.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_results_b_grade.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_results_womens.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_results_over_40s.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_results_over_50s.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_results_over_60s.pdf |
Chichester Racketball Open Report
Saturday saw the Chichester Racketball Open return for the fifth year running, with 60 entries making it a sell-out event for all draws.
Women’s’
Top seed Bev Vatcher ranked 4 in England came through without dropping a game to win the event, with Debbie Hale as runner up after beating both Denise Loveless and Nurhasnah Jones 2-0.
A grade
The A grade draw saw some unfamiliar names progress through to the later stages of the tournament due to a few late withdrawals. The number 1 seed Billy Jones was defeated in both is open games of the group stages, first of all by Martin Nash and then again by Angus Bell, with Bell overcoming Nash in the group decider.
In group B the number 2 seed Adam Gilli overcame Mark Greenfield in a tough match ending 2-1.
The final was eventually won by Angus Bell who claimed his first ever UK Racketball title with a 2-0 defeat over Gilli.
Women’s’
Top seed Bev Vatcher ranked 4 in England came through without dropping a game to win the event, with Debbie Hale as runner up after beating both Denise Loveless and Nurhasnah Jones 2-0.
A grade
The A grade draw saw some unfamiliar names progress through to the later stages of the tournament due to a few late withdrawals. The number 1 seed Billy Jones was defeated in both is open games of the group stages, first of all by Martin Nash and then again by Angus Bell, with Bell overcoming Nash in the group decider.
In group B the number 2 seed Adam Gilli overcame Mark Greenfield in a tough match ending 2-1.
The final was eventually won by Angus Bell who claimed his first ever UK Racketball title with a 2-0 defeat over Gilli.
B Grade
Top seed Lee Sadler made a good start to the tournament beating both Paul Bowes and Daniel Knights 2-0 before being beaten by Rob Lewis in the group A decider.
In group B Chris Earl currently ranked 84 in the UK came through as the winner, closely followed by Tim Knights.
Group C saw numerous withdrawals with Simon Jackson pulling out injured and an injury on the day for Steve Hack, leading to a straight shootout between Toby Henshaw and Rick Roddy, with Toby coming through as the winner.
Group D saw the top seed Andy Metcalf proceed through without dropping a game to go through to the semi-finals.
For the first semi-final it was the group A winner Rob Lewis who just got the better of Chris Earl to go through to the final. The second semi- final saw Andy Metcalf despite three hard matches already that day, overcame Toby Henshaw to set up the final which went on to be won by Rob Lewis from Bexley.
Over 50s
Series favourite Patrick Osborn yet again proceeded past the group stages, defeating both Clive Hickford, currently ranked 31 in the UK, and Alan Harris ranked 74, 2-0.
In group B Mark Banfield, the groups number 1 seed, won both of his group stage matches to take him through to the final draw.
Group C saw Racketball veteran Steve Wall come through after predictably not dropping a game in any of his matches.
In the finals group, Patrick Osborn started well with a win over Mark Banfield, as did Steve Wall, setting the pair up for the final deciding match. With Osborn currently ranked 2 in England and Steve Wall currently ranked 4; it was always going to be a tight game, but after a hard match Osborn came through to win, claiming yet another UK Racketball title.
Top seed Lee Sadler made a good start to the tournament beating both Paul Bowes and Daniel Knights 2-0 before being beaten by Rob Lewis in the group A decider.
In group B Chris Earl currently ranked 84 in the UK came through as the winner, closely followed by Tim Knights.
Group C saw numerous withdrawals with Simon Jackson pulling out injured and an injury on the day for Steve Hack, leading to a straight shootout between Toby Henshaw and Rick Roddy, with Toby coming through as the winner.
Group D saw the top seed Andy Metcalf proceed through without dropping a game to go through to the semi-finals.
For the first semi-final it was the group A winner Rob Lewis who just got the better of Chris Earl to go through to the final. The second semi- final saw Andy Metcalf despite three hard matches already that day, overcame Toby Henshaw to set up the final which went on to be won by Rob Lewis from Bexley.
Over 50s
Series favourite Patrick Osborn yet again proceeded past the group stages, defeating both Clive Hickford, currently ranked 31 in the UK, and Alan Harris ranked 74, 2-0.
In group B Mark Banfield, the groups number 1 seed, won both of his group stage matches to take him through to the final draw.
Group C saw Racketball veteran Steve Wall come through after predictably not dropping a game in any of his matches.
In the finals group, Patrick Osborn started well with a win over Mark Banfield, as did Steve Wall, setting the pair up for the final deciding match. With Osborn currently ranked 2 in England and Steve Wall currently ranked 4; it was always going to be a tight game, but after a hard match Osborn came through to win, claiming yet another UK Racketball title.
Over 60s
For group A it was a tight contest between top seed Andy Mitchell, currently ranked number 3 in England, and local lad Chris Lock who is unseeded. In the end it was Chris Lock who came through with 8 points after winning all his matches, to progress through to the final.
Similarly in group B, the top seed failed to progress past the group stage with David Mudge first being defeated by David Thomas the number 2 seed for the group and then by Graham Greensall. Greensall has had a tough time of it in the UK Racketball series, however for Chichester he was on top form. He came through all 3 group matches with a win, despite dropping a game to higher seeded players, David Mudge and Robert Thomas.
In the final Greenfield didn’t have enough to overcome Lock, leading him to yet again being a UK Racketball series runner up and Lock coming through as the eventual winner.
It was a brilliant turnout at Chichester for the fifth year in a row, hopefully we will be returning again next year. Once again the feedback from all the competitors was that this is one of the nicest clubs in the series.
For group A it was a tight contest between top seed Andy Mitchell, currently ranked number 3 in England, and local lad Chris Lock who is unseeded. In the end it was Chris Lock who came through with 8 points after winning all his matches, to progress through to the final.
Similarly in group B, the top seed failed to progress past the group stage with David Mudge first being defeated by David Thomas the number 2 seed for the group and then by Graham Greensall. Greensall has had a tough time of it in the UK Racketball series, however for Chichester he was on top form. He came through all 3 group matches with a win, despite dropping a game to higher seeded players, David Mudge and Robert Thomas.
In the final Greenfield didn’t have enough to overcome Lock, leading him to yet again being a UK Racketball series runner up and Lock coming through as the eventual winner.
It was a brilliant turnout at Chichester for the fifth year in a row, hopefully we will be returning again next year. Once again the feedback from all the competitors was that this is one of the nicest clubs in the series.
Chichester Racketball Open - Draws and Schedule
The draws and schedules have now been done for the Chichester Racketball Open.
Please see the PDF's below.
The PDF labeled schedule has everyones match times on.
If anyone has any problems please call me on my mobile as soon as you can, 07846067505.
It looks like it will be a great days racketball with a full event and waiting list.
Best of luck to everyone taking part!
Please see the PDF's below.
The PDF labeled schedule has everyones match times on.
If anyone has any problems please call me on my mobile as soon as you can, 07846067505.
It looks like it will be a great days racketball with a full event and waiting list.
Best of luck to everyone taking part!
| chichester_racketball_open_2015_draw_schedule.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_2015_draw_womens.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_2015_draw_a_grade.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_2015_draw_b_grade.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_2015_draw_over_40s.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_2015_draw_over_50s.pdf |
| chichester_racketball_open_2015_draw_over_60s.pdf |
The Chichester Racketball Open - 31st October 2015
Chichester Racquets and Fitness Club is hosting the eight event in the 2015 UK-Racketball Series on 31st October. 2015 will mark the fifth annual running of the event, after four extremely successful years. With only 60 places available and anticipated high demand, do not delay in securing your entry as soon as possible!
Main Tournament Details
What: The Chichester Racketball Open - Event 8 of the 2015 UKRB Series
When: 31st October 2015
Where: Chichester Racquets and Fitness Club
Postcode: PO19 6AR
Cost: £15.00 (or £10.00 for Beginners)
Online Entry
Follow this link for online entry.
For more information, contact Mark Fuller at [email protected] or call on 07846 067505
What: The Chichester Racketball Open - Event 8 of the 2015 UKRB Series
When: 31st October 2015
Where: Chichester Racquets and Fitness Club
Postcode: PO19 6AR
Cost: £15.00 (or £10.00 for Beginners)
Online Entry
Follow this link for online entry.
For more information, contact Mark Fuller at [email protected] or call on 07846 067505
Grades
It is important to remember that UK-Racketball Series events are designed to be inclusive. Although the A grade does attract the best racketball players in the country the events really are for players of all ages and abilities. We have never had a competitor who felt they were not good enough for an event when they took part.
A Grade – County, national or good club player
B Grade – Regular club player
Women’s – All ages and abilities, these events have a great range of players which makes for a fun and competitive day.
Over 40’s – For players over the age of 40
Over 50’s - For players over the age of 50
Over 60’s – For players over the age of 60
Beginner – This is for players who have recently started racketball. Players who have previously played squash to a high level and have now started playing racketball may be better off in the A or B grade. To maintain a fun atmosphere for this grade, only trophies will be awarded to the winners however there will also be a reduced entry fee of just £10.
If you are unsure which category to enter please feel free to contact Mark Fuller directly on 07846067505 or email us at [email protected] and we will be happy to advise you.
If entries to a category are not sufficient grades may be merged, however all participants will always be informed in advance and they will have a choice if they would still like to play, this has never happened in the last three years.
A Grade – County, national or good club player
B Grade – Regular club player
Women’s – All ages and abilities, these events have a great range of players which makes for a fun and competitive day.
Over 40’s – For players over the age of 40
Over 50’s - For players over the age of 50
Over 60’s – For players over the age of 60
Beginner – This is for players who have recently started racketball. Players who have previously played squash to a high level and have now started playing racketball may be better off in the A or B grade. To maintain a fun atmosphere for this grade, only trophies will be awarded to the winners however there will also be a reduced entry fee of just £10.
If you are unsure which category to enter please feel free to contact Mark Fuller directly on 07846067505 or email us at [email protected] and we will be happy to advise you.
If entries to a category are not sufficient grades may be merged, however all participants will always be informed in advance and they will have a choice if they would still like to play, this has never happened in the last three years.
Facilities
The Chichester club boasts five courts including a championship glass back and arguably the best facilities out of any club in the Series.
The club has a modern and spacious dining and catering area and food is served throughout the day. The heath suite consisting of a spa pool, sauna and steam room has made the venue one of the most popular on the Series and is perfect for post-match relaxation. The health suite is available to all competitors throughout the tournament and there is a comfortable lounge area to relax in.
The bar is situated close to but just tucked away from the courts making it the perfect place to chill out away from the racketball. The club patio area is rated as the best sun trap in the city and if we’re lucky enough with the October weather, refreshments can be enjoyed in the sun!
The club has a modern and spacious dining and catering area and food is served throughout the day. The heath suite consisting of a spa pool, sauna and steam room has made the venue one of the most popular on the Series and is perfect for post-match relaxation. The health suite is available to all competitors throughout the tournament and there is a comfortable lounge area to relax in.
The bar is situated close to but just tucked away from the courts making it the perfect place to chill out away from the racketball. The club patio area is rated as the best sun trap in the city and if we’re lucky enough with the October weather, refreshments can be enjoyed in the sun!
Location
Chichester is one of the prettiest cities in the UK and the Club itself is set only a stone’s throw away from the charming city centre with idyllic views over Oaklands Park and the Chichester Festival Theatre.
Chichester Racquets and Fitness club
Oaklands Park,
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 6AR
01243 785664
Visit the club website for more information: www.crafc.co.uk
To enter online follow this link
Chichester Racquets and Fitness club
Oaklands Park,
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 6AR
01243 785664
Visit the club website for more information: www.crafc.co.uk
To enter online follow this link
