The penultimate round of Tuesday ladies pennant at the Albury grasscourts has set up a strong run into the finals.
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In section one, Bulle defeated Wurtz, with Wendy Bourke and Sandy van der Stadt on fire to win all their sets and help the team remain in top position.
Spencer (4-32) won a nail-biter against Sands (2-26).
Second spot on the ladder is on the line for Wurtz and Sands in the final round.
Peacock defeated Landy 28 games to 25 games with sets split at three-apiece.
Helen Curtis won all three matches for Peacock.
Section two matches saw Aylmore and Sheil play out a thrilling draw with sets locked at three sets and 27 games each.
Howard (4-30) defeated Quirk (2-23) as Jenny Clarke enjoyed three wins for the day to keep her team on top.
After a bumpy start, Jones overcame Huckstepp by two sets and six games as Juleen Cannon, Anni Connelly, Jo Taylor and Lyn Hamilton brought home the final sets comfortably.
Merritt (4-32) got past Johnson (2-26), led by three wins from Zara Merritt, while Lauren Howard fought hard for Johnson.
Top spot is on the line for both teams next week.
ALSO IN SPORT:
The annual 200 club raffle will be held at the grasscourts on Friday with a barbecue, salads, desserts and some beverages provided.
Tickets can be purchased through Ken Wurtz on 6021 3514 or 0418 847 313.
Meanwhile, Wodonga Tennis Centre hosts the next event on the North East Veterans Group calendar this Sunday from 1pm.
Graded men's and ladies doubles will be staged for players over 30 as of December 31, 2021.
The Ben Seth Memorial - men's combined age (130 and over) where entry with a partner is required, will also be played.
The $20 entry fee includes afternoon tea and raffle entry on the day.
For entries and inquiries, phone 0412 322 488 or email wodongaseniorstennis@gmail.com by 8pm on Friday.
The next Sportspower junior tournament is at Thurgoona on March 21.
Follow the links on www.alburytennisassociation.com.au on the information/tournaments tab to enter.
Entries have opened for the annual Easter tournament from April 1 to 4 and can be made online via www.tennisaustralia.com.au or www.alburytennisassociation.com.au until Monday, March 22.
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