Top quality action at the Bawnacre

Editorial Department • Published 18 Aug 2011 13:30 0 Comments

Fermanagh Open Junior Tennis Championships were completed last weekend, bringing to an end another successful championship at the Bawnacre.

Finals day of the Championships kicked off with the U12 Boys and Girls singles finals.

On court 1 Kyran Maguire and Conan Whitley, Irvinestown engaged in long rallies, safety play being the key factor. On Court 2 Sarah Cousins, (Enniskillen) took every opportunity to put the ball away, overcoming Emma Neil Smith (ATT) 6-1, 6-2.

Jared Monaghan (Omagh), U14 Boys singles, was in fine form winning 6-0, 6-1 against Headon Hughes Jordan (Enniskillen). The U14 Girls singles was played between Enniskillen club mates Hannah Cousins and Laura Griffin.

In the previous round Laura had beaten number two seed, Lydia Crawford (ATT) so her confidence was high. Hannah, as number one seed proved worthy of the spot by winning 6-2, 6-3.

U18 Girls doubles was a close encounter, Emily Donaldson (Enniskillen) and Frances Taggart (Irvinestown) winning 6-4, 7-5 over Abigail Greene (Enniskillen) and Sophie Murray (Lurgan).

U18 Boys doubles saw Enniskillen's Connor Donaldson and Steven Miller face Shaun Bannigan (Butt Hall) and Chris Neil Smith (ATT). This match had many fast rallies at the net and hard hitting from the base line, Connor and Steven winning 7-5, 6-4.

In the Boys U14 doubles consolation final Oscar Whaley (Irvinestown) and Felix Hoogendorn (visiting from Germany) came back from 3-1 down to take the match 7-6 from Dan Meegan and Gerard Duddy (Omagh).

As Frances Taggart (Irvinestown) and Emily Donaldson (Enniskillen) in U16 girls singles took their place on number 2 court, the marathon on no 1 court between Conan and Kyran was coming to a close, after two and a half hours of play Kyran eventually won 5-7, 6-1, 6-3.

Both boys showed tremendous patience and perseverance not giving way on any point.

Frances Taggart went on to win her singles 6-1, 6-2.

U16 boys singles saw Paul Bannigan (Butt Hall) up against number one seed Josh Crawford (ATT), Paul put up a good fight but lost 6-3, 6-2.

Boys U14 doubles event was won by Headon Hughes Jordan and Ronan McKeever (Enniskillen) over Jared Monaghan (Omagh) and Kyran Maguire (Irvinestown) 6-1, 7-6.

Connor Donaldson (Enniskillen) overcame Chris Neil Smith (ATT) in the U18 boys singles 6-1, 6-1.

U18 girls singles was another win for Enniskillen as Susannah Hughes Jordan beat Sophie Murray (Lurgan) 6-2, 6-2.

U12 girls doubles was a see saw match with Kathy Bannigan (Butt Hall) and Emma Neil Smith (ATT) winning 6-3, 0-6, 10-8 against Sasha Funston and Eimear Smyth (Enniskillen).

U14 girls doubles had sisters Hannah and Sarah Cousins on opposing teams, Hannah played with Laura Griffin and Sarah with Alison Glass all from Enniskillen. Sarah and Alison the winners 6-4, 7-5.

The U14 and U18 mixed doubles were the last matches of the day with five of the eight players in their third final.

The U14 mixed between Headon Hughes Jordan and Hannah Cousins and Ronan McKeever teamed with Sarah Cousins was nip and tuck all the way, Ronan and Sarah winning 7-5, 6-4.

Sophie Murray and Conor Caheny (Sligo) overcame the Donaldson brother and sister team, Connor and Emily 6-4, 6-2.

At the presentation David Lowe (junior co ordinator) thanked Diarmuid O'Sullivan from Fider Homes for their continued sponsorship, it is very much appreciated. He also thanked Fermanagh District Council and staff of the Bawnacre for use of the facilities and provision of refreshments. He acknowledged the commitment of players and parents for coming to the Championships.

Prizes were distributed by Mr. O'Sullivan who hoped to continue to be associated with the championships.

Susannah Hughes Jordan and Connor Donaldson spoke on behalf of the players thanking the organisers, sponsors and FDC for their hard work.

A bouquet and gift were given to Laura McDowell, tournament director.

I.L.T.C. penants were presented to six players who have consistently played at the championships for a number of years and are moving to adult level.

Consolation events

U12 boys singles Winner Bernard McGettigan R-up Will Stewart 7-5

U12 girls singles Winner Dearbhla Dillon R-up Grace Whaley 7-2

U14 boys singles Winner James Roach R-up Felix Hoogendorn 7-3

U14 girls singles Grainne Campbell R-up Ellen McGuinness 7-0

U16 boys singles Winner Michael Keane R-up Ultan McGettigan 7-6

U18 girls singles Lauren Stead R-up Abigail Greene 7-1

U14 boys doubles Felix Hoogendorn & Oscar Whaley R-up Gerard Duddy & Dan Meegan 7-6

U14 Mixed Bernard McGettigan & Grainne Campbell R-up Ben Griffin & Laura Bannigan 7-5

U18 Mixed Josh and Lydia Crawford R-up Jack Meegan and Lauren Stead 7-2

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This article appeared in Impartial Reporter 18 Aug 11

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