Rossmoor Tennis Club

September 2026 Newsletter

Stay Connected  Calendar of  Events   Sept 13, Sun            Viewing party, US Open Men's Final   11:00 a.m. Sept 14, Mon           EBWL (Women) 50+ B1                     10:00 a.m.                                     Home Match Sept 16, Wed          Star Gazing Party                                 9:00 p.m. Sept 18, Fri             EBWL(Women) 65+A2                       10:00 a.m.                                     Home Match Sept 19, Sat           Wild Card                                             9:00 a.m. Sept 30, Wed          Men's match                                       11:30 a.m.                                    at Home Tues, Thurs             Drop-in tennis :                                    9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Sun                            "             "                                              8:30 - 10:00 a.m

Drop-in tennis on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday continues to be well attended, now sometimes filling 3 or more courts.

The women's teams are practicing every Monday at 9:20 a.m. League play starts in September with Pat Baughman as Captain for the 55+ group and Becky Reiss for 65+.

The men's team season starts September 16 with an away match and a match at home on Sept 30.

The Board approved a $500 contribution for an RTC tile to be added to the Rossmoor Community Mural Project.

The Ball Machine Gets a Fresh Bounce-  David Hickey is retiring some of the old balls and bringing in newer used ones. Expect a little more bounce in your practice shots!

Great News! The work on courts 7 and 8 is complete!  Monday the lines were painted, and Tuesday the nets went up and people were invited to play on the courts.  The reports from the first players on the courts is that they were pleased with the court surface. So come down and check them out for yourself. 

August had some new and fun events.  The most recent was the slice of summer which featured Italian food and watermelon.  Linda Spiegelman donated some very attractive watermelon placemats to the club which our always creative social director, Shrey Trevedi, turned into a themed event "A Slice of Summer." Those who attended thought the Italian Food was delicious, and the light dessert of sliced watermelon paired perfectly with the hearty lasagna.

August also had one of our traditional barbecues on our now fixed (but keep your fingers crossed) 10-year old grill, which grillmaster Lenny Cook did a wonderful job cooking veggie burgers, chicken, and regular burgers.  Lots of delicious salads brought by the attendees made it a delicious feast.

Our August Wildcard featured a team event with Tennis Players who played Pickleball squaring off against Tennis Players who don't play Pickleball in men's and women's doubles.  For the women, the tennis only group narrowly won, and for the men the Pickleball plus tennis won with enough points to secure an overall win for team Pickleball.  After the tournament some people have requested having a team golf and tennis versus a team tennis/no golf.  It was also suggested that we have each player compete in one set of mixed doubles and one set of men's or women's doubles.  You can give your feedback regarding interest in (or no interest in) that theme and format to our tournament director Richard Schulman.

September has several star-studded events. We will be viewing stars at two different events, only 3 days apart and you'll have a chance to be a star three days after that.  On Sunday, September 13 we will have a viewing party for the men's final.  The event will start at 11:00 and end at 4:00 or whenever it is over, whichever comes first.  Shrey has organized tacos for lunch and cake for dessert.  We will divide the room into two sides, one for supporters for each finalist, so that you can cheer, high-five, and moan with your fellow fans.  If you haven't signed up yet, sign up under "Viewing Party for the Men's US Open Final" on your Membership App. There are still spots available, so sign up to come cheer on your favorite tennis star with your tennis friends.

On September 16th we will have, weather permitting, a stargazing event, featuring the celestial stars. The event will start at 9:00 p.m.  First dibs (until Sept. 10th) for viewing slots goes to those who signed up for the previous stargazing event that was cancelled due to clouds.  Please sign up as a first time or returning (attempted) viewer on your Membership App under "Stargazing Party."

On September 19th, it will be your chance to be a star! We will have a Wildcard Event starting at 9:00 a.m. Watch for an invitation to sign up for this event from Tournament Director, Richard Schulman. The tournaments are always fun and a great way to play with and visit with lots of different members of our club. Snacks will be provided.

Don't forget that Emily Vanvleet, search committee chair, is looking for a candidate for vice president for 2027-2029. This vice president will serve as vice president for two years, and president for the last one.  Contact Emily (ebv2new@gmail.com) to volunteer, or suggest someone who you think would be good.

Let's all have a great September!

Mary

Courts 7 and 8 are repaved and play resumed on Sept 1

Wildcard Tournament

On a beautiful Saturday morning, August 15th, a team of 6 men and 6 women tennis players who also play pickleball took on 6 men and 6 women who are tennis players only.  The Club knew that this was not a definitive test of whether pickleball helps or hurts tennis players' tennis games, but would make for fun bragging rights for the day. The match consisted of three lines of men's and women's doubles, with each line playing a two-set match, with the total number of games won by each team totaled. For the women, the tennis only team (Terry Quinlan, Lori Davis, Mary Benin, Carol Sebilia, Emily VanVleet and Jan Alhman), squeaked out a 1-point victory (23-22) over the rival women's tennis plus pickleball team (Becky Reiss, Jane Sacknowitz, Yvonne Merrick, Helen Holtz, Guita Bahramipour, and Carol Pillsbury).  For the men it was a different story. The men's tennis plus pickleball team (Al Peters, Marc Passen, Bart Ostro, Paul Chasin, Brian Bailey, and Z Weyland) dominated (36-7) the men's tennis only team (Bart Sebilia, Jerry Quinlan, Barry Devine, John Preston, Tim Rigney, and Sumner Estes). When the men's and women's scores were totaled the tennis plus pickleball were the winners and had the bragging rights for the day.  A big thanks to Bert and Carol Sebilia who bought the snacks that the participants enjoyed. They also set up the food and drinks and were in charge of the cleanup.  They do this nearly every tournament and are a huge asset to the club. 

Article by Mary Benin

Rossmoor Wildcard participants are from left, front row,  Bart Ostro, Lori Davis, Jan Ahlman, Yvonne Merrick, Emily VanVleet, Carol Sebilia, and Dave Blanchard; back row, Sumner Estes, Brian Bailey, Al Peters, Bert Sebilia, Z Weyland, Tim Rigney, Guida Bahramipour, John Preston, and Barry Devine.

 

Your editor has worked hard to get the tennis newsletter out today, despite the fact that today happens to be a very important day: my wife’s birthday and our anniversary! ❤️ Tennis is such a priority!  Enjoy!

Rossmoor Tennis Club  August, 2026 Newsletter    Calendar of  Events   Aug 15                       Barbecue Aug 15                      Wild Card Aug 3-9                     Moraga  Professional  Tennis Tournament                                      https://moragatennistournament.com/ Sept 13                     Viewing party, US Open Men’s Final   The Brightwork Open – August 3–9 Enjoy top-level professional tennis close to home at the Brightwork Open, a USTA Level 3 tournament, August 3–9 at Moraga Country Club and St. Mary's College. Admission is free. Men's and women's singles and doubles, plus mixed doubles, begin daily no earlier than 9:00 a.m. For draws, schedules, and visitor information, visit the Brightwork Open or USTA Serve Tennis websites. Tip: Seating is limited, so arrive early or bring a folding chair. Food and beverages are available at Moraga Country Club.                                                                 Welcome New Members Sandra Hoke Felix Curcuru

There is good news on the resurfacing courts 7 and 8 project.  Assuming that the full RWC Board supports the recommendation to fund the project and award the contract to Silicon Valley Paving, we should be able to get the courts resurfaced in the early fall.    In other news, The Rossmoor Women's Tennis Teams are under new leadership for the 2026-2027 season.  Both teams compete in the East Bay Women's Tennis League (EBWTL).  Becky Reiss is taking over as captain of the age 65-Plus team from retiring captain Mary Benin and Pat Baughman is taking over as captain of the age 55+ team from retiring captain Carol Pillsbury.  Becky has lived in Rossmoor and been a member of the Rossmoor Tennis Club for about 7 years, while Pat Baughman has only lived here and been a member for a few months. Both Becky and Pat have years of experience as captains of women's tennis teams.  Becky has been captain of many USTA teams in the East Bay area, while Pat has been the captain of many teams in a league similar to our EBWTL league in the Palm Desert area where she lived prior to moving here.   Both Captains are already making a splash with their teammates.  Pat has taken over organizing and running the combined teams' weekly practice, while Becky is organizing a potluck and tennis practice party just before the league starts. Both women are strong players, leaders, and tennis enthusiasts. The teams are looking forward to the new season with their new leaders.  I'd like to give a big shout out to Bert and Carol Sebilia for running the July BBQ in Richard's absence and to Lenny Cook for doing the grilling.   The August Wildcard will be held on August 15 and will feature a competition between players who play both tennis and pickleball versus players who play tennis only. There is no prize money, but the winning team will get bragging rights on whether pickleball helps or hurts your tennis game!   We also have an upcoming Club Event which I hope will be fun for everyone in the RTC (actually only 65 of you due to space limitations, but if this year's event is a big hit, we can reserve a bigger room next year).  We are holding a viewing party for the men's U.S. Open Final which starts at 11:00.  We will serve lunch and it should be fun oohing and ahhing the great shots with your friends.  So look for a signup for the viewing party for Sept.13th soon and reserve your seat. Mary New Captains for Women’s Teams, Left to right, Becky Reiss and Pat Baughman Barbecue on July 25 a Big Success On a beautiful summer evening on July 26, twenty-five tennis players and guests gathered for a BBQ. Grill master extraordinaire Lenny Cook served perfectly grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, and chili dogs. Club members provided delicious salads and desserts, while music was provided by DJ Rick Sterling. A handful of players worked up an appetite with some friendly tennis beforehand. Article by Bert Sebilia   Rossmoor Men Complete Successful SMIL Season Congratulations to Captain Bernie Wolf and Co-Captain Stuart Coffey for leading the Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team through another successful season in the Senior Men's Interclub League (SMIL), which runs from September through July. Rossmoor competed in 22 matches against senior clubs throughout the East Bay, with 33 club members representing the team during the season. Players participated in anywhere from one to 15 matches, reflecting both the depth of the team and the captains' commitment to broad participation. The season provided much more than competitive tennis. Players continued to sharpen their games by reinforcing the fundamentals that win doubles matches: move in on the second serve, watch the contact point, beat the bounce, and keep your feet moving. As one teaching professional noted, good footwork becomes automatic only through years of repetition, a reminder that improvement comes with practice at every age. Just as important, the SMIL season strengthened friendships throughout the league. Competitive matches, good sportsmanship, and post-match camaraderie made another rewarding season for the Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team. Practices continue through the summer as the team prepares for the next SMIL season, which begins in September.              Miscellaneous Notes David Hickey reports that the grill, ball machine, and ball mower had recent repairs and are working as of July 23 Items in Lost and Found  July 20    Rossmoor Activities Council Invites Residents to Digital Communications Meeting The Rossmoor Activities Council will hold a general meeting on Tuesday, August 11, at 10 a.m. in the Fireside Room. Unlike most Activities Council meetings, all Rossmoor residents are invited to attend. Director of Communications Ann Peterson and Web Content Manager Javier Roman are seeking ideas on how Rossmoor's websites, email, social media, and other digital communication tools can better serve residents and clubs. Feedback from the meeting will help shape a community-wide survey this fall and guide future improvements to Rossmoor's digital communications. Some suggestions may be implemented quickly, while others could require additional planning and collaboration. Club presidents, officers, members, and all interested residents are encouraged to attend and share their ideas. For more information, contact Activities Council President Dan Ring at rossmoorac@yahoo.com.

Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team Triumphs over Blackhawk Rossmoor Men’s Tennis Team hosted Blackhawk on July 8. Blackhawk usually fields four strong teams but it only could field three teams. Rossmoor won two matches and the third resulted in a tie. Match Results: Line 1: Chris Slee and Bob Benz engaged in a marathon match of 2 hours, 15 minutes. The players decided to call it after two sets, 5-7,7-5. Line 2: Richard Schulman and John Poon played well and won, 6-1, 6-3. Line 3: Irwin Cohen and newcomer Brian Bailey dominated the match, 6-0, 6-2. This was the last match of the season, and SMIL (Senior Men's Interclub League) play now takes a summer break until September. Eugenio Ovalle, who has taught tennis clinics in Rossmoor for many years, was asked to share a few of his favorite tennis tips: Attack the middle of the court – This creates confusion for your opponents, reduces the angles available for their return shots, and provides the highest-percentage hit because the net is lowest in the center. Move in on the second serve – Take the return early and approach the net. This puts immediate pressure on your opponents and often makes them uncomfortable.

Men's Tennis Team members are from left, Bob Benz, Chris Slee, John Poon, Irwin Cohen, Brian Bailey, and Richard Schulman.

Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team Falls to Walnut Creek #1 The Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team had a challenging match against Walnut Creek #1 on June 24.  Five lines of play resulted in Walnut Creek #1 winning four of them.

Men's Tennis Team members are from left, Larry Barclay, Barry Brian, Ike Ichikawa, John Corwin, Captain Bernie Wolf, Irwin Cohen, Rick Sterling, Al Peters, John Poon, and Richard Schulman.

Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team Prevails over Walnut Creek #2 Rossmoor Men’s Tennis Team  had a solid victory over Walnut Creek #2 on June 17. This match had been postponed for one week due to extreme heat but both teams eagerly awaited makeup play. Against Walnut Creek #2, Rossmoor won four of the five matches. Match Results: Line 1: Yoshi Fukamaya and Richard Schulman lost to a strong team, 2-6, 4-6. Line 2: Barry Brian and Aric Ludwig were triumphant, 6-2, 6-2. Line 3: Larry Barclay and Stuart Coffey cruised to victory, 6-2, 6-1. Line 4: Irwin Cohen and Paul Chasin won convincingly but were challenged in the second set, 6-2, 7-5. Line 5: Dave Kern and newcomer Henry Rosen prevailed in the closest match of the day, 6-7, 6-1, 10-7 (third-set tiebreak). As a follow-up to the match, Larry Barclay, who recently captured the Men’s 85-and-over Doubles title at the prestigious Pacific Coast Senior & Family Championships at the Berkeley Tennis Club, was asked how he maintains his focus during competition. He replied that a player must “concentrate on the point at hand. Don’t dwell on the last point, or future points, or future games.” His philosophy closely reflects the principles of mindful meditation: staying fully present in the moment.

Men's Tennis Team members are from left, first row, Paul Chasin, Richard Schulman, Yoshi Fukamaya, Stuart Coffey, and Henry Rosen. Second row from left, Larry Barclay, Irwin Cohen, Barry Brian, Aric Ludwig, and Dave Kern.

Calendar of Events

Wednesday, July 8 at Noon	SMIL Home Match  - Blackhawk
Monday, July 20 at 1:30	RTC General Meeting (with Lunch!)

With Wimbledon season upon us, it’s a  perfect time to look back at how this iconic tournament came to be.

The story starts in 1868, when the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club was founded in London — for croquet, not tennis. But as lawn tennis caught on, the club added courts, and in 1877 it held its first-ever championship. That inaugural event featured just one competition, the Gentlemen's Singles, played before roughly 200 spectators who each paid a shilling to watch. Spencer Gore became Wimbledon's very first champion.

The tournament expanded steadily after that. Ladies' Singles joined in 1884, with Maud Watson taking the title, and by 1913 Mixed Doubles had rounded out the event lineup we recognize today. In 1922, the Championships moved to their permanent home on Church Road, where they're still played.

For much of the 20th century only amateurs could compete. That changed in 1968, when professionals were welcomed for the first time, ushering in tennis's "Open Era" and the start of the modern game.

Since then, Wimbledon has produced some unforgettable champions: Björn Borg's five consecutive titles in the late '70s and early '80s, Martina Navratilova's record nine women's singles crowns, and a men's record of seven titles shared by William Renshaw, Pete Sampras, and Novak Djokovic.

Nearly 150 years on, Wimbledon remains the only Grand Slam still played on grass — and the only one where strawberries, cream, and all-white attire are as much a tradition as the tennis itself.

Larry Barclay & Al Peters Do It Again!

Congratulations to Larry Barclay and Al Peters, who once again claimed the title at the 85+ Pacific Coast Senior & Family Championships, held at the Berkeley Tennis Club!  The tournament begins May 26 through May 31 and this year there were a total of 242 entries with players coming from Portland to San Diego and east from Sacramento.. Draws are in five-year increments from 35 to 85 singles and doubles, as well as father/daughter, mother/daughter, father/son, and mother/son.   Al and I won in the final 6-2, 6-2 on May 31.

 June 6 WildCard Tournament

Perfect weather greeted at tennis players on June 6 for the Rossmoor Tennis club wildcard tournament.   Chris Slee,  past tournament coordinator,  filled in and directed the event seamlessly.  Twelve men and women competed in six rounds of mixed doubles featuring four-game sets with new partners and opponents scheduled for each round club.   Membership Director,  Lori Davis,  was quite pleased to see that a number of players who haven't participated much in the past played in the tournament

Some tennis players emphasize preparation and participation in events and league play. Lori Davis, one of the winners in this Wild Card tournament, brings the same approach she used while coaching swim teams for many years. Her motto is: “Practice, practice, practice.”    

Guita Bahramipour, Lori Davis, Carol Pillsbury, Yoshi Fukamiya, John Dwyer, and John Corwin

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Patriotic players showing their red, white and blues in preparation for the 250th Birthday of our nation.

Linda Hague, Mary Benin, MaryAnn Shields, Brenda Zwas and Guita Bahramipour

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WIMBLEDON SOCIAL

There was a great turnout of about 60 members for the Wimbledon social. Social Director Shrey Trivedi reported that participants proudly showed off their tennis whites and dusted off their wooden rackets. The good news:  there were no reports of splinters or wrist injuries. About 15 people took part in social games, beforehand to work up an appetite, although they wisely stuck to modern rackets for the actual hitting.

The lasagna and pasta from Roccos were a huge hit and Shrey's partner, Stan Birkin also prepared a delicious vegan and gluten-free pasta dish. fFor dessert. members enjoyed fresh strawberries from the Rossmoor farmers market  Stan went the extra mile by cutting the tops off the strawberries himself, and whipping fresh cream for a proper Wimbledon-themed treat

Shrey Trivedi

Meet some new members:

Julie Brewer	Henry Rosen
Kaoutar Lahlali	Karen Meyer
Brian Bailey	Felix Curcuru
John Chrostek	Duke Leggett

President's Corner:

Our court resurfacing project is moving forward.  Enough quality bids came in that the Recreation Department will be present a proposal concerning which contractor to use, expected costs, etc.  at the July Planning Committee meeting, which I plan to attend.  I will give an update at our July 20th general meeting.

Speaking of which, we decided to make the July General Meeting a more social occasion by providing lunch as well as dessert.  Our meeting will be Monday, July 20th in the Fairway Room at Creekside at 1:30. In addition to providing Pizza and dessert, we will have some special raffle ticket prizes, including gift cards to the new Golden Pear restaurant in Rossmoor. So please come eat, join in on discussions regarding upcoming events and socialize with your tennis club friends.

Other upcoming Events: Bert and Carol Sebilia will be teaching beginning doubles strategy on Monday mornings July 6 and 13th.  More people signed up for their first clinic 2-day series than they could accommodate, so they added this session.  Contact Bert (sebilia@comcast.net) or Carol (casebilia@gmail.com) for more information.

July 25  we will have a social event with food. It will be another Non-BBQ meal because of the broken grill situation. We will give details on the meal and have a sign up soon. 

In August we will have a tournament in which people who play tennis and pickleball will  compete against players who play tennis only.  Date and details to follow. The winning team can claim whether pickleball helps or hurts your tennis game (I'm sure our sample of 12 of each group will lead to a definitive answer to that question  ).

In September we will have a U.S. Open themed event.  Details and date to follow.

It's summer and hot, so stay hydrated and play early or late.  The evenings are quite nice and it's not dark until around 8:00 so take advantage of the afternoon shade one day and see if you like playing then.

Mary 

Rossmoor Men’s Tennis Team Falls to Bay Crow Canyon Five teams from the Rossmoor Tennis Club Men’s Division traveled to Bay Crow Canyon on May 27 for a Senior Men's Interleague (SMIL) return match. After sweeping all five lines in February, Rossmoor faced much tougher competition this time and managed to come away with one victory. Match results: Line 1: Chris Slee and Al Peters faced strong opponents and were defeated, 2-6, 2-6. Line 2: Aric Ludwig and Richard Schulman played a competitive first set before falling in straight sets, 5-7, 1-6. Line 3: Irwin Cohen and Rick Sterling dropped the first three games but completely turned the match around, rallying for a convincing 6-4, 6-2 victory. Line 4: John Corwin and Roger Emanuel teamed up together for the first time and lost, 2-6, 2-6. Line 5: Tim Walker and Jerry Quinlan encountered stiff competition and went down, 3-6, 2-6. While the results favored Crow Canyon, the match once again highlighted the lighthearted atmosphere, camaraderie, and sportsmanship shared by both clubs. Players enjoyed a wide assortment of snacks and refreshments afterward on the beautiful Crow Canyon grounds. Following the match, several players shared key words and phrases they use to stay focused during competition. One of Rick Sterling’s favorites is “beat the bounce." When receiving a serve, quickly decide to stay, move left, or move right. Start and possibly complete the move before the serve bounces in the service box.  Irwin Cohen's mantra is "see the ball".

Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team members are from left, Roger Emanuel, John Corwin, Al Peters, Richard Schulman, Rick Sterling, Jerry Quinlan, Tim Walker, Irwin Cohen, Chris Slee, and Aric Ludwig.

Calendar of Events...

June 6, 9:00 a.m.	Wild Card Tournament
June 17, 4:00 p.m.	Board Meeting

Season Kickoff Barbecue — A Wonderful Evening Featuring French Onion Soup!

The first barbecue of the season got off to a fantastic start last Saturday evening. Members enjoyed optional social tennis matches before gathering for a delicious spread of pizza, salad, and hamburgers not to mention fabulous Onion Soup to honor the French Open.

The barbecue grill was declared out of order, but Lenny stepped up and saved the day — firing it up and cooking fabulous hamburgers for the entire crowd. Over 63 members turned out to enjoy perfect weather and great company, making it a truly memorable evening.

A big thank-you to Shrey for organizing such a terrific event. We can’t wait for the next one!

Rossmoor Tennis Club’s May 9 Wildcard Tournament

On a beautiful Saturday in May, Bert and Carol Sebilia coordinated another successful Wildcard Tournament for the Rossmoor Tennis Club. Twenty players competed in six rounds of doubles play, moving up or down the ladder from one round to the next based on results. Partners changed after every round, so a teammate in one match often became an opponent in the next. This popular format keeps the competition lively, social, and fun for players of all levels.

The tournament concluded with an exciting championship match on Court 6, where Larry Barclay and Paul Chasin defeated Pauline Hanley and John Corwin in the final round. Throughout the day, players enjoyed spirited competition, sportsmanship, and plenty of laughter both on and off the courts.

More men than women participated this time, and several players, including Barclay, stepped in as substitutes to help balance the teams and keep the tournament running smoothly.

Like many tennis players, participants often rely on short sayings or mantras to stay focused during matches. Bert Sebilia shared that when he becomes anxious during play, he tends to rush his shots, so he reminds himself: “Deep breath, slow down.” Carol Sebilia’s personal mantra is really on point and applies both on and off the court: “Focus, focus, focus.”Rossmoor Tennis Club’s May 9 Wildcard Tournament

Paul Chasin, Larry Barclay, Pauline Hanley and John Corwin

SAY HI TO OUR

NEW MEMBERS  

CHECK YOUR PHONE AP FOR INFORMATION 

Brian Bailey	Derek Lang
Pat Baughman	Won (Peter) Park
Julie Brewer	Malcom Pordes
Stefano Cadoppi	Marina Spohn
John Chrostek	Jean Strauss
Eric Kaniut	Al Webster
Kaoutar Lahlali	Rick Wien
	Brenda Zwas

Women’s Teams Celebrate with Fun, Games & Potluck

On Friday, May 19, the women’s 65+ and 50+ teams came together for a delightful afternoon of friendly competition and a potluck lunch.

Pictured below are three of the day’s standout players. Guita Baharami took top honors in both the volley contest against the backboard and the knock-the-can serve contest. Brenda Zwas also claimed victory in the knock-the-can serve contest and impressed everyone with 78 consecutive successful rallies against the backboard. Rounding out the winners, Lily Chao won the knock-the-can serve contest — not once, but twice!

Congratulations to all three on their impressive performances, and a big thank-you to everyone who brought a dish and made the afternoon such a fun occasion!

Guita, Brenda and Lily

In the Lost & Found . .. .

The President's Corner.   

We are happy to share that Eugenio is planning to return to teaching the Skills Clinic on Wednesday, June 17th, pending his doctor’s release. We look forward to having him back!

In the meantime, Ron Wyman has graciously volunteered to lead the clinic on June 3rd — thank you, Ron!   We are still searching for an instructor for June 10th, so if you are interested in volunteering, please reach out and we will spread the word to club members.

Clinic members are warmly encouraged to come out on any of these dates and use the time to practice the skills and techniques they’ve been working on recently. Keep that momentum going!

Mary Benin, President 

Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team Clipped by Round Hill Country Club On May 13 eight men from the Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team traveled to Round Hill Country Club for a match in the Senior Men's Interclub League (SMIL) competition.  Round Hill always fields strong teams and that condition didn't change. Match results: Line 1: Bob Benz and Al Peters were dominant in this match and won, 6-0, 6-4. Line 2: Larry Barclay and Bernie Wolf fell in a close match, 5-7, 4-6. Line 3: John Corwin and Tim Walker had trouble gaining traction and were defeated: 0-6, 1-6. Line 4: Irwin Cohen and Roger Emanuel played a marathon match that went over 2 hours before Roundhill squeaked by in a third-set tiebreak, 6-4, 3-6, 8-10. Three of the top players in California USTA for men's competition at 85 years and older participated today, with Peters and Barclay on Rossmoor and Colin Armitage playing for Round Hill. One of the players in today's match, Roger Emanuel, shared short reminders that he uses to stay alert during play. His sayings are: "Contact point" for watching the ball and "Move your feet."

Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team members are from left, John Corwin, Larry Barclay, Irwin Cohen, Roger Emanuel, Bob Benz, Tim Walker, Captain Bernie Wolf, and Al Peters.

Rossmoor Men’s Tennis Team Challenges Moraga in Close Loss The Rossmoor Men’s Tennis Team traveled to Moraga on April 29 for a closely contested match at a pristine and picturesque facility that continues to be a favorite venue for players. Despite a strong showing by Rossmoor, Moraga prevailed, winning two of the three matches. The scores reflect the highly competitive nature of each contest. Match Results Line 1: Bob Benz and Al Peters combined power and precision to secure a hard-fought victory, winning in a third-set tiebreak, 6–3, 3–6, 10–6. Line 2: Rick Sterling teamed with new member Paul Chasin in a tightly contested match. After splitting the first two sets, they fell in the tiebreak, 2–6, 6–3, 2–10. Line 3: John Corwin and Irwin Cohen battled in straight sets but came up short, 3–6, 5–7.   Player Spotlight: Paul Chasin Paul Chasin recently joined the Men’s Tennis Team, bringing years of experience from his time playing at Oakland Hills. He began playing tennis  around age 10 and continued through high school competition. Chasin later competed successfully on USTA teams, eventually stepping away around age 45 as the challenge of facing much younger opponents grew.  He maintains his fitness through regular workouts, including cycling, upper-body and back conditioning at the Fitness Center, and swimming. Tennis remains an important contributor to both his physical health and mental well-being.  In addition to tennis, Chasin stays active in Rossmoor through pickleball and swimming. He also enjoys the first-run movies shown on Thursdays and Fridays, which have become a popular attraction.

Rossmoor Men's Tennis Team members are from left, front row, Paul Chasin, John Corwin, and Irwin Cohen; back row, Bob Benz, Al Peters, and Rick Sterling.