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| OHCC LIVING | DECEMBER 2019 | 37 Racquet Club Our Indian summer fall swept us into a flurry of tournaments in many of our sports. It began on Oct. 21, with three eager groups of paddle tennis players that competed for prizes and bragging rights in 86-degree heat! The round robin tournament organized by Sally Palmer, Allan Singer, and Dannica Wood was followed by a tasty luncheon provided by Grand Slam Pizza. Assisting in the work and festivities were Tim Griffin, scorekeeper, MamaLyn Asaro, food manager, Dannica Wood, photographer and luncheon helper, and Peggy Singh, general food assistant. Prizes were gift cards generously donated by Grand Slam, Mr. Taco, and Leucadia Pizza. When the dust settled, the first place winners were declared: "Star" Group, Al Harruff, "Ace" Group, Cliff Singh, and "Smash" Group, Jack Green. Although a number of players had never participated in a paddle tennis tournament before this, a good time was had by all, and winning a second, third, or fourth place prize was quite a treat! The second event was the H-O-R-S-E Basketball Challenge. Lo and behold it was battled out to find a new winner in Roger Busch! Congratulations Roger and all the others that participated in the always exciting over the back shots and dunks! Our third happening was the 1st Annual World OHCC Men's Pickleball Event. There were 36 participants of various ability levels putting their skills, bravado, and courage up against other men. The courts were saturated in sweat and smiles after play. We had at least 50 people watching the advanced play at the clubhouse courts Wednesday night. Winners were Jack Pivo, Ron Boren, Cliff Singh, and all the other men that had the daring, heart, virtue, and intestinal fortitude to participate. As a bonus, pickleball singles play was brought to OHCC for the first time. Comments heard from the five players were "grueling," strenuous," and "that's a lot of court to cover by myself!" We might consider having oxygen on hand should we do this again… The event was co-directed by Scott Goldwasser and David Levine. Looking ahead to 2020, members should mark their calendars for Feb. 1 for the winter party and Aug. 12 for the summer party. For more information and additional pictures please go to our website at: ohccracquetclub.wixsite.com/racquet. Paddle Tennis Men's Pickleball

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