Wakefield Open Report
This is the first time the series has taken place in Wakefield but it's the second time the series has been in Yorkshire this season after a successful tournament in Hallamshire earlier on.
Open
It was a very tightly contested group A with Mark Burnley coming through as the group winner, but he was pushed all the way by Giles Cook and Lee Sadler who both finished second on four points.
In Group B it was local boy Matt Sagar who almost came through the group; he finished on five points. Kasey Hall, a veteran of the UK Racketball Series and often a winner of the B grade, came through in third place. It was Martin Humphrey who managed to win the group, despite dropping a game to Matt Sagar and Kasey Hall.
In Group C, local man Andy Wood came through as the group winner. He was pushed hard by Gavin Burton and John Lund, who came in second and third respectively. John Schofield finished on three points and Simon Jackson finishing on zero.
Final group. Group B's winner, Martin Humphrey, struggled against Mark Burnley and Andy Wood, and failed to take either of the two in game despite two hard fought matches. Mark Burnley then became unstuck for the first time that day against Andy Wood who had come through the bigger of the groups on the day. Andy Wood managed to win the winner's group without dropping a single game and completing a six games unbeaten streak on the day.
In Group B it was local boy Matt Sagar who almost came through the group; he finished on five points. Kasey Hall, a veteran of the UK Racketball Series and often a winner of the B grade, came through in third place. It was Martin Humphrey who managed to win the group, despite dropping a game to Matt Sagar and Kasey Hall.
In Group C, local man Andy Wood came through as the group winner. He was pushed hard by Gavin Burton and John Lund, who came in second and third respectively. John Schofield finished on three points and Simon Jackson finishing on zero.
Final group. Group B's winner, Martin Humphrey, struggled against Mark Burnley and Andy Wood, and failed to take either of the two in game despite two hard fought matches. Mark Burnley then became unstuck for the first time that day against Andy Wood who had come through the bigger of the groups on the day. Andy Wood managed to win the winner's group without dropping a single game and completing a six games unbeaten streak on the day.
Over 50s
In the A Grade, it was Mark Tomlinson who came through the group unscathed despite being pushed all the way by Helen Cann. In group B it was Lee Sadler who came through the group with wins over Matt Hart, Andy Oldridge and Stephen Widdison. Stephen Widdison came in second after being pushed hard by Matt Hart who finished third.
In the final, it was Lee Sadler who overcame group A winner, Mark Tomlinson 2-0 (11-2, 11-3) to convincingly take the over 50s final.
In the final, it was Lee Sadler who overcame group A winner, Mark Tomlinson 2-0 (11-2, 11-3) to convincingly take the over 50s final.
Over 60s
It was an evenly placed grade, with four players placed in each group. In the top group, John Vaukins came through winning all three games despite being pushed hard by Helen Cann. Helen Cann was eventually beaten by Peter Abrahams in the battle for second place.
In group B, Gary Turner defeated UK Racketball veteran, Graham Greensall 2-0 and managed to overcome threats from Alan Johnson and Robin Padmore to take the group winner position and a place in the final.
In the final it was Gary Turner who once again proved his worth beating John Valkins 2-0 (11-4, 11-8). It was another good day's racketball at Wakefield in the sixth event of this year's series. It's on to Chichester next for event seven. Entries close on 23rd October at midnight.
In group B, Gary Turner defeated UK Racketball veteran, Graham Greensall 2-0 and managed to overcome threats from Alan Johnson and Robin Padmore to take the group winner position and a place in the final.
In the final it was Gary Turner who once again proved his worth beating John Valkins 2-0 (11-4, 11-8). It was another good day's racketball at Wakefield in the sixth event of this year's series. It's on to Chichester next for event seven. Entries close on 23rd October at midnight.
Results
| Open - Results - Wakefield Racketball Open 2015 |
| Over 50's - Results - Wakefield Racketball Open 2015 |
| Over 60's - Results - Wakefield Racketball Open 2015 |
Draws and Schedule (Revised)
| Open - Wakefield Racketball Open 2015 (Revised) |
| Over 50's - Wakefield Racketball Open 2015 (Revised) |
| Over 60's - Wakefield Racketball Open 2015 (Revised) |
| Revised Schedule - Wakefield Racketball Open 2015 |
Introduction
The Wakefield Racketball Open 2015 will be making it's debut to the UK-Racketball Series this year and we are delighted to have them on board. This means we now have 9 events on the UKRB Series for 2015, with Wakefield being the second event in the North of the country this year we will be expecting a lot of entries for this event.
The Squash Club is a very friendly and lively club. It is a member’s run club with no full time staff. The Club has 4 excellent squash courts, 3 of which are glass backed.
The Squash Club is a very friendly and lively club. It is a member’s run club with no full time staff. The Club has 4 excellent squash courts, 3 of which are glass backed.
Main Tournament Details
What: The Wakefield Racketball Open
When: Saturday 26th September
Where: Wakefield Sports Club
Postcode: WF1 3RR
Cost: £15.00
Online Entry: Click here to enter online
For more information contact Mark Fuller [email protected] or 07846 067505
When: Saturday 26th September
Where: Wakefield Sports Club
Postcode: WF1 3RR
Cost: £15.00
Online Entry: Click here to enter online
For more information contact Mark Fuller [email protected] or 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
- One enclosed court (with a glass door)
- Three glass backed courts with viewing gallery
- Professional Coach for both Adult and Junior Squash Coaching
- Showers and changing rooms
- Bar and social rooms
Location
Wakefield Squash Club (Circled)
Address:
College Grove Sports Ground
Eastmoor Road
Wakefield WF1 3RR
T: 01924 365007
Directions from the M1: From Junction 41, follow signs to the city centre then pick up signs for Wakefield Rugby Club which will take you right to the club.
Website: http://wakefield.xtreemhost.com/
Tournament Online Entry Click Here
College Grove Sports Ground
Eastmoor Road
Wakefield WF1 3RR
T: 01924 365007
Directions from the M1: From Junction 41, follow signs to the city centre then pick up signs for Wakefield Rugby Club which will take you right to the club.
Website: http://wakefield.xtreemhost.com/
Tournament Online Entry Click Here
