Holiday Tournament Recap – A Fantastic Fall Day on the Courts!
Our last big fall showdown of the season did not disappoint! The Holiday Tournament brought perfect tennis weather—cool, dry, and full of that crisp autumn energy that makes you want to grab your racquet and jump right into the action. With 17 spirited players—9 men and 8 women—our courts came alive with awesome rallies, close matches, and plenty of laughter.
The women took over Shorebird in the first 2 rounds while the men battled it out across two Dolphin courts. To spice up the competition, some men hustled over to Shorebird, and a few women joined the men at Dolphin for a mixed doubles showdown. Men’s doubles on Shorebird courts finished out the tournament in rounds 5 and 6. Spectators oohed and aahed—It was fierce competition from start to finish!
After the tournament, Robin and Steve hosted our annual Holiday Party—We had a blast! The White Elephant gift exchange brought plenty of laughs, steals, and surprises—everyone left with something fun and a smile. The food spread was amazing, featuring brisket, salmon, and a delicious dessert finale of chocolate mousse and key lime pie. And yes…the Christmas punch was a crowd favorite!
We’re excited to welcome John Moyer to the board as part of the social committee. We are still looking for a Tournament Director (all positions are member/volunteer)—Akosua and Robin would love to train anyone interested. Let us know if you’d like to help keep the fun going!
Tournament Results
Men's Division
• 1st Place: Eugene
• 2nd Place (tie): Sandipan & David
Women’s Division
• 1st Place: Tracie
• 2nd Place: Robin
• 3rd Place: Sally
Huge congratulations to our top finishers—and a big shout-out to all players who brought fire, sportsmanship, and good cheer to the courts!
Thank You to Our Volunteers & Contributors
Every great tournament has an amazing team behind it. Thank you to everyone who helped with setup, cleanup, snacks, refreshments, and all the little details that keep our tournaments running like clockwork.
Coming Up in 2026… Membership Mania and Tennis Fun!
• Saturday Drop-In Play…Contiues Every Saturday, 8–10:30 AM @ Shorebird Courts
(Free for the public—bring a water bottle, tennis balls, and good vibes!)
• March – Membership Mania
Want to play in upcoming events or join RSTC? Visit www.rstc.org
Whether you're sharpening your skills, jumping back in at the 3.0 level, or just love the game, we’d love to see you on the courts.
Let’s keep the momentum rolling into the Spring—see you out there!
