Event Report
Devon & Exeter Racketball Open - Preview 2014
Once again UK-Racketball will be making the trip to the South West and one of the country’s best racketball venues: Devon and Exeter! The Devon and Exeter club is one of the best supporters of racketball in the county; with a fantastic local following, it is a beacon for the sport in the South West.
Introduction
The Devon and Exeter club is one of the best supporters of racketball in the county; with a fantastic local following, it is a beacon for the sport in the South West.
With the help of ESR South West regional manager Matt Baker, racketball has really kicked off at this club. In fact, so much so that one of their courts recently converted to a gym has been reconverted back to a squash court, such is the demand for racketball.
2012’s event was well contested across all grades with local D+E girl Karen Beeley coming through her group in the B grade before being beaten by club mate Louis Robjant in the final.
As The Devon and Exeter club is one of the best supporters of Racketball in the county, last years event saw a great turn out with 22 competitors battling it out in the B grade. Billy Jones had gotten to several finals in the B Grade before but had yet to emerge as the victor. He clearly put in all of his efforts and strength for this match though, because he won the encounter 2-0 to win his first ever B Grade title!
The Devon and Exeter club is one of the best supporters of racketball in the county; with a fantastic local following, it is a beacon for the sport in the South West.
With the help of ESR South West regional manager Matt Baker, racketball has really kicked off at this club. In fact, so much so that one of their courts recently converted to a gym has been reconverted back to a squash court, such is the demand for racketball.
2012’s event was well contested across all grades with local D+E girl Karen Beeley coming through her group in the B grade before being beaten by club mate Louis Robjant in the final.
As The Devon and Exeter club is one of the best supporters of Racketball in the county, last years event saw a great turn out with 22 competitors battling it out in the B grade. Billy Jones had gotten to several finals in the B Grade before but had yet to emerge as the victor. He clearly put in all of his efforts and strength for this match though, because he won the encounter 2-0 to win his first ever B Grade title!
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.
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.
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.
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
Being a venue that caters exclusively to squash and racketball, there is a great club atmosphere; a perfect setting for this UK-Racketball Series Event.
The club itself boasts six courts including a championship glass back, with the bar area situated so you can see the court conveniently from your barstool.
Hot food will be served all day long; last year the food was great and was very reasonably priced.
On the day, there is a racket stringing service available and a physiotherapist on hand.
Location
The club is easily accessible, being located only a couple of miles away from the M5 motorway.
Devon & Exeter Squash & Racketball club
Prince of Wales Road,
Exeter,
Devon,
EX4 4PR
01392 436100
Visit the club website for more information:www.devonandexetersquashandracketball.co.uk
Being a venue that caters exclusively to squash and racketball, there is a great club atmosphere; a perfect setting for this UK-Racketball Series Event.
The club itself boasts six courts including a championship glass back, with the bar area situated so you can see the court conveniently from your barstool.
Hot food will be served all day long; last year the food was great and was very reasonably priced.
On the day, there is a racket stringing service available and a physiotherapist on hand.
Location
The club is easily accessible, being located only a couple of miles away from the M5 motorway.
Devon & Exeter Squash & Racketball club
Prince of Wales Road,
Exeter,
Devon,
EX4 4PR
01392 436100
Visit the club website for more information:www.devonandexetersquashandracketball.co.uk
