It is great to see that the courts have greatly improved over the last couple of weeks with the grass struggling against the harsh, long, burning-hot summer.

Once again thanks to the volunteer hands of Alan Smith, Rob Jamieson and Kevin Smith.

The men’s and ladies’ doubles championships club event will be held next Sunday, March 7 starting at 1pm. Northam Lawn Tennis Club members are asked to support this annual event sponsored by Randle Beavis of Specialised Tree Service.

Entries must be in by Friday, March 5 to club captain Dennis Saunders on 9622 3494.

The Northam Lawn Tennis Club annual general meeting will follow in the Springfield Lounge.

Members should attend to have input into the ongoing running of the club and election of office bearers.

For more information call Tim Powell on 9623 2294.

Northam ladies were well represented at the Meckering Ladies Open day last Wednesday, February 24 with several partners taking the trophies.

Congratulations to A-grade winners Cathy North and Linda Temby, A reserve one runners-up Kellie Podmore and Noelene Norrish, A reserve two winners Jo Hill from Northam and Aimee Leeson from Meckering, B-grade winners Pauline Blechynden and Julie Smith and runners-

up Jo Harris and Deanne Even from Goomalling.

Sunday social tennis is held at 1.30pm and all are welcome.

Those who are new to the Shire of Northam are also invited to come along. Mid-week social tennis is on Wednesdays at 9am.

Contact ladies captain Julie Smith on 9622 1920.

Junior coaching is held on Mondays from 3.30-6.30pm.

Junior club continues on Fridays from 4pm.

Contact Heather Abel on 9622 2028. For further information contact Northam Tennis Club president Tim Powell on 9623 2294.