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AAMI CLASSIC TWENTY YEARS YOUNG Kooyong beyond 2010 Frank Sedgman turns 80 Pennant success 2008 AAMI CLASSIC PRESIDENTIAL LUNCHES 9th – 12th January 2008 Wednesday 9th – Friday 11th $65 per person Buffet lunch, afternoon tea, car park pass (opposite main stadium) Drinks at bar prices Saturday 12th January – SOLD OUT

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Kooyong’s Sally Peers and Mark Verryth help Australia to historic wins

It’s been quite some time since Australia has look forward to them both continuing this form had much to cheer about on the world tennis into their senior careers in the years to come. stage but two Kooyong members have played Australia last reached the final of the boys major roles in changing all of that. From top left: Sally Peers. Mark Veryth with Neale Fraser, event in 2000, when it was known as the Olivia Rogowska, Mark Veryth and Sally Peers with the Sally Peers and Mark Veryth have helped World Youth Cup, and Ryan Henry, Todd Reid spoils of victory. Australia achieve a momentous double in and Raphael Durek brought the trophy home 2007 and are two of the brightest lights in with a win over Austria. Australian tennis. The last win for the girls was in 1993, when The pair helped guide Australia to the Junior former Kooyong player Annabel Ellwood, Davis Cup/ Fed Cup double in a huge Siobhan Drake-Brockman and Jodi Richardson performance that will no doubt put Australian defeated the USA. tennis back on the map. Sally, 16, who has been a scholarship member of the Club since 2002, continues to fly up the international junior rankings with some fantastic performances this year. Her performances in the Optus Australian Junior Fed Cup team were nothing short of spectacular as she went through the week undefeated to lead the country to victory in the final doubles against Poland. Sally defeated Poland’s Sandra Zaniewska 6-1 6-2 and then teamed with long time doubles partner Isabella Holland to win the title 6/2 7/6. “I knew we had a chance. I mean every person who walks on the court has a chance of winning. We were just taking it one day at a time, we just went for it, and we enjoyed every day on the court, every moment we had, and we played so well,” said Sally. The Optus Australian Junior Davis Cup team were even more clinical than the girls with a 2-zip win against Argentina in the final. Kooyong’s Mark Veryth defeated Argentina’s Guido Andreozzi 6-3 6-3, with teen sensation Bernard Tomic sealing the win, overcoming Kevin Konfederak 6-4 6-3. “We’re pretty happy with that (defeating Argentina). I think they actually beat the main Australian Davis Cup boys, the big boys, this year, so it’s a good win. They probably grow up (playing) on clay, so it’s nice,” Mark said. The win has catapulted Kooyong’s two young stars to prominence on the world stage and we

0 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 President’s report 5 Kooyong beyond 2010 6-7 . . . a word from the CEO AAMI CLASSIC We close our year knowing there are exciting TWENTY YEARS YOUNG 8-9 times ahead for members of the Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club. Grass court season opens in style 10 We always look forward to the summer of Water management 11 tennis and, in particular, the opening of our grass courts. Is there a better tennis club view The Kooyong Foundation 12 than the one from the Kooyong Clubhouse balcony overlooking the grass courts in play?

Happy 80th birthday Frank Sedgman 13 This time of year also signals the arrival of the AAMI Classic and we look forward to The President’s lunch 14 celebrating the 20th Anniversary of what has become established as the major lead up event Kooyong to Kokoda 15 to the Australian Open. Men’s State Grade Review 16 The Club’s continued commitment to maintaining facilities during difficult times and Women’s State Grade Review 17 water restrictions will see the installation of water storage and reticulation systems for Junior tennis news 18 the drier months ahead. This will protect the courts, provide improved playing conditions More pennant success 19 and provide protection for the Club if water restrictions continue or escalate. Kooyong International Tennis Academy 20 The proposal to develop the Clubhouse is Seven club championships 21 now with members and offers a significant investment into the future of the Club. Clearly, Food & beverage news 22 it offers significant improvements in member services and facilities to meet the current and Club round-ups 24 future needs. Finally, I extend warm wishes to all members Health club news 29 for a safe and joyous festive season and look forward to the many great times the Club will Diary dates 30 offer in the days ahead. Contents

Chris Brown CEO - Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club

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Andrew Sutherland and Cam Dickinson and The commissioning of water tanks between elected these gentlemen to the Council for courts 45 and 46 to store water collected three years. Peter, Andrew and Cam provide from Gardiners Creek, bore water and site a mix of business experience and passion for run off coupled with a new distribution line the club that compliments the skills of the to the hard courts should lead to improved existing Council members. playing conditions over summer. I’d also like to thank retiring Council member Alternate playing surfaces to the existing en tout Building Works Linda Dohnt for her contribution during her cas, that do not require watering, remain a time on Council. consideration, however given the popularity of Following the recent well attended Member the en tout cas courts and a number of other To many the changing face of the committee Information Presentation, Members were sent contributing factors our efforts remain focussed represents a significant generational shift at information outlining the proposed clubhouse on securing sufficient non potable water Kooyong. development. sources for traditional court watering practices. Whilst it is true that the average age of The $12 million development will address The recent change in surface for the Kooyong’s Council and overall membership the limitations of the existing clubhouse whilst Australian Open left the Club and AAMI has dropped in recent years the Club continues adding significant improvements to member tournament partner Colin Stubs Enterprises areas such as the bar/bistro, Racquet Club, to cater for a wide spectrum of activities by with no choice but to replace the Rebound balconies and the gymnasium. members of all ages that contributes to the Ace surface with Plexi Cushion. The Blue health and vibrancy of the Club. The work is scheduled to start in February coloured Plexi Cushion courts will be available 2009 with a December 2009 targeted The strength of our Club is built upon our for member use following the AAMI Classic. member’s acceptance of the Clubs membership completion date. The project to be State Grade Win delivered without a member levy, increased diversity, with Clubs Victoria recognizing this membership levels nor abnormal increases endearing Club trait and in doing so awarding Kooyong enjoyed success in this year’s State in annual subs will deliver members with a Kooyong Club of the Year honours in various Grade Pennant competition with both our world-class facility. categories over the past three years. men’s state grade teams reaching the semi finals and Kooyong No 1 team lead by Paul AAMI Classic Life Membership Arber going on to win only our second Kooyong’s long connection with international It gave me great pleasure at the Club’s State Grade flag having beaten M.C.C. Our tennis continues in January when the world’s 116th Annual General Meeting to propose women’s State Grade team also enjoyed a leading male players including Roger Federer immediate past president of Kooyong, Mr. successful season reaching the State Grade and Andy Roddick compete in the AAMI Classic. Peter Quinn, for life membership of Kooyong final against eventual winners, the M.C.C. Lawn Tennis Club. The eight man invitational, a major lead up Season’s Greetings Peter’s contribution to the Club over nearly event to the Australian Open, starts January As a wrap up for 2007 I am pleased to report 20 years as a Council member, Treasurer 9th and concludes Saturday 12th. to members that the administration of Kooyong and President has been significant. The Lawn Tennis Club lead by CEO Chris Brown 2008 marks the 20th anniversary of this event Club delivered a raft of projects to improve has expertly dealt with the many challenges that has seen record crowd numbers in recent member amenities and services under Peter’s years including a last day sell out in 2007. faced by the Club during the year including leadership that all members now enjoy. water restrictions, the freeway expansion, I encourage you to take advantage of Fittingly Peter’s nomination for life membership and the on going challenge of delivering a the special member ticketing and seating was unanimously accepted at the AGM. consistently good level of service and quality arrangements, see the best tennis players in facilities to members and their guests. the world and soak up the atmosphere over Court Maintenance the four day event. Coinciding with the opening of the lawn On behalf of the committee I wish all club courts, the Club has accelerated the hard members a Merry Christmas and a happy AGM court maintenance program. The Council new year. At the recent Club election members appreciates that playing conditions during Ian Hill endorsed the nominations of Peter Carew, winter have been less than ideal. President - Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club

Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club Council

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0 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 0 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 PROJECT OVERVIEW Following is an overview of the key features of Subject to approval by the City of Stonnington the proposed development: and Members, construction is planned to Kooyong is one of the most successful and commence in February 2009 and finish by A stylish clubhouse which combines all prestigious sporting clubs in Australia, and the • December 2009. During this development elements as a single unit future of the Club is strong thanks to its long period, the clubhouse will continue to history of leadership and innovation. •A feature entry and reception operate, with every endeavour being made The Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club Council appropriate to Kooyong’s stature by the Club to ensure Members continue to is committed to providing the highest level •A ‘living’ museum with various exhibition enjoy access to existing, and some changed of service and value to its Members. Over areas to showcase the Club’s history and services, with minimal disruption. recent years a working group was appointed traditions The long lead up to the construction stage is by Council to undertake a comprehensive A new clubhouse entry from the courts, a deliberate decision by Council to provide review of the Club’s operations and facilities • incorporating a lift sufficient time to carefully plan and manage to identify improvements needed for Council the most successful project and ensure to deliver on this commitment. •A new, larger gymnasium minimal Member inconvenience. The working group - which consisted of •Defined Member and guest areas within Kooyong - Beyond 2010 is a significant Councillors and selected Members chosen for the clubhouse investment in the future of the Club to ensure their relevant industry expertise - developed •Improved Member dining in the it continues to be a leading provider of tennis a detailed plan, with very carefully estimated extended Racquet Club and Bar/Bistro and other sporting, recreational and leisure costs, of suggested improvements to Club opportunities. services and facilities. •Creation of a meeting room and library The outcome has been the development of •Increased terrace areas for the enjoyment and comfort of Members DESIGN Kooyong - Beyond 2010, a blueprint for an DEVELOPMENT extensive $12 million development of our •Establishment of a studio for lifestyle Club’s facilities and services. activities Council has been pleased with the response from Members to date. All suggestions Most importantly, the project will be delivered Environmental considerations, including • will be considered during the normal without the need to impose levies or vary low energy light fittings, energy efficient comprehensive design development stage. membership subscriptions in excess of normal air-conditioning, rainwater tanks and adjustments. The $12 million project has shading screens on western façade These include: adequate contingency allowances for design Improved traffic entry and exit to and construction variations and will be funded • •Revising the design of the Clubhouse Glenferrie Road by bank debt, to be repaid comfortably out of façade the strong cashflow of the Club. •Improved parking and traffic flow at the •Increasing the space in the ladies change front of the clubhouse room More than two years in the planning, Kooyong - Beyond 2010 will ensure •A new undercover car park •Improving the light in the pool area by we continue to be a leading provider of including north facing windows and New and upgraded airconditioning tennis and other sporting and recreational • reducing dark surfaces throughout the clubhouse opportunities, while providing a new and Improving acoustic quality in new and exciting space to showcase the rich history of Improved access points to eliminate • • existing areas. the Club through the development of a ‘living’ services vehicles from blocking museum complete with extensive exhibition driveways Information regarding finalisation of the design development will be communicated to areas. New kitchen facilities adjacent to the • Members by regular bulletins. Prepared in consultation with Bruce function areas Henderson Architects, Kooyong - Beyond •New toilets adjacent to the function 2010 represents a new era for the Club that areas and upgrade of the ground floor will even better service the needs of existing toilets and future Members. •Modern administration and interview offices to better serve Members

0 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 AAMI CLASSIC

2008 will mark the twentieth anniversary of becoming the greatest player of the Open Currently ranked 6 in the world, Gonzalez of the Kooyong Classic and it is sure to be era as he sits just two Grand Slam wins will be hoping to continue his good form into celebrated in style with the world’s top behind Pete Sampras who has 14 Grand Slam the Australian Open as he did after playing at players again converging on Kooyong, the singles wins to his name. Kooyong this year. traditonal home of tennis in Australia. 2008 could be a record breaking year for Tommy Haas and Marat Safin will also return to The upcoming AAMI Classic will feature Federer and he will play at Kooyong for the Kooyong in 2008 and both are always popular the greats of the game along with a star of fifth time in the hope of winning his fourth amongst Melbourne’s tennis loving public. the future as Roger Federer, Andy Roddick, Australian Open title and 13th Grand Slam title. Marat Safin, Tommy Haas, Ivan Ljubicic and Croatian star Ivan Ljubicic also returns for a Fernando Gonzalez take on young gun Andy Andy Roddick also returns to Kooyong for fourth visit to prepare for the Australian Open Murray for the title. a fifth visit and he is the two time defending and continues to show consistent form on tour with wins in Doha & Hertogenbosch and champion of the event having defeated The eighth spot in the field remains open was a finalist in Zagreb and Rotterdam. He Federer in a high class final last year and he at this stage. also made the semis in Masters Series Miami also defeated Tommy Haas back in 2006. The 2008 event will also be played on the and Beijing. Having started 2007 with a semi final finish in new plexicushion surface which is to feature for Young gun Andy Murray rounds out the field the first time at the upcoming Australian Open. the Australian Open, Roddick went on to win so far and is one of several stars rising through titles at Queens Club and Washington as well Roger Federer is again the big drawcard the tennis ranks and appears set to challenge as reaching the final in Memphis and will be having come off another amazing season, the top players in the not too distant future. keen to start 2008 in a similar fashion. which netted him 3 Grand Slam titles and Despite his year being interrupted by injury being runner up at the French Open again. Another to begin well in 2007 was Chilean Murray missed Wimbledon but earlier this year The Swiss star has been number 1 in the Fernando Gonzalez who made it to the final took out the San Jose title. He was also a finalist world since February 2002 and his continued of the Australian Open before winning Beijing in Doha and Metz and semi-finalist in Memphis, dominance of the sport has him on the cusp and making the final in Rome in May. Masters Series Miami and Indian Wells.

0 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 TWENTY YEARS YOUNG

First held in December 1988, following a name change to Commonwealth Bank Times of play are as follows: discussions between Joe Devereux and Colin International (2002-4). In 2006 leading WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9: Stubs (Kooyong President and Australian Australian car and home insurer, AAMI, 11.00 am (four matches) Open Tournament Director respectively at assumed a major sponsorship role, thus re- the time), the aim of the Kooyong Classic was securing the Classic’s future. THURSDAY, JANUARY 10: to perpetuate international, grasscourt tennis 11.00 am (three matches) With the future secured we now look forward at the Kooyong stadium, after the Australian to Kooyong and the AAMI Classic staging FRIDAY, JANUARY 11: Open moved to Melbourne Park. more memorable moments from the world’s 11.00 am (three matches) Various changes to dates, formats and player greatest players on centre court as it has for SATURDAY, JANUARY 12: fields occurred from 1988 to 1994. In 1995 more than eighty years. 1.00 pm (two matches). the player-driven event settled into the week before the Open with an eight-man Tickets are officially on sale now through promotion/relegation format, allowing each Ticketmaster (13 6100). For the first time, participant to play three matches over four last year’s final day (Jan. 13) was a sell-out. days in Australian Open conditions - a winning formula that has become more successful each year. First participants included Boris Becker, Pete Sampras, Stefan Edberg, Michael Chang and Michael Stich. Andre Agassi and Jim Courier soon followed, Agassi going on to compete nine times before his retirement last year. Colonial was taken over by the Commonwealth Bank in 2001, resulting in

0 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 Kooyong News

Kooyong’s famous grass courts are open for In the A Mixed section Dom Gambaro and GRASS COURT play again and it’s always a great sight to see Monica Hodgson were the eventual winners them in full use. while in B1 it was Chris Barlow SEASON OPENS The annual Opening Day was another and Jane Barton. successful event with over 120 players taking In B2 Rob Szwarcberg and Kevin Phibbs won IN STYLE part in the tennis and cocktail party. the section and in B3 we had four winners, The round robin tennis event is always a Patrick Montgomery, Brett Hellier, Michelle great social day on the grass courts and the King and Penny Purbrick. members took advantage of the opportunity In C1 Harold and Dianne Coles came out in with plenty of play during the afternoon. front while Peter Boyle and Wendy Johnson The action was thick and fast across the 9 were the winners in the C2 section. sections of mostly mixed play and it was also In the social section it was Francois Buaud and great to see everyone in the Kooyong Room Dianne Thompson who won on the day. at the end of the day for a drink and bit to eat. The presentations also took place at the cocktail party for the winners of each section Congratulations again to all our winners and and congratulation to all our winners. we look forward to the season ahead. In the A1 Men’s section Martin Green and Katzuichi Kojima won the group while in the A2 Men’s section Russell Middleton came out in front.

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10 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 dust and retain water in the en-tous-cas courts. Due however to ongoing debate WATER about both the effectiveness and impact of these treatments, the approach being taken is MANAGEMENT a cautious one to ensure there is no adverse The Club’s commitment to improve water lines. The tank will be assembled on site to impact on the courts. efficiency and importantly protect our courts complete the work. These initiatives will both protect our against the effects of water restrictions will precious assets and reduce the dust and The storage tank with a capacity of 370,000 receive a major boost with the installation difficult playing conditions that have endured litres will draw water from several sources of water management systems totalling under water restrictions. including Gardiners Creek, a bore, reclaimed $160,000. The work includes water stormwater, recycled water and potable extraction equipment, a huge storage tank Site of the new water tank to go between courts 45 & 46. supply where appropriate. and reticulation lines to service the en-tous- cas and grass tennis courts. Courts will have separate feed lines ensuring continuity of water supply from either potable The lengthy and at times frustrating process lines or alternatively the storage tank. which required us to obtain mandatory approvals from authorities including the City The installation of the storage tank will also Of Stonnington and Melbourne Water, has enable the Club to continue the successful been successfully concluded and work to laser levelling and returfing grass court install water lines will be completed shortly. program with the backup water supply offering a safeguard against any adverse impact of The opening of the grass courts will ease water restrictions. the burden on the en-tous-cas courts and enable the necessary court closures to The Club is also trialling several court allow excavation and establishment of water treatments which are designed to suppress

11 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 Kooyong Foundation

WAYNE ARTHURS CUP Kooyong is looking forward to hosting the Wayne Arthurs Cup, which is a 10 and The Kooyong Foundation under team event to be held on the 15th and 16th December. development of the next generation and girls 11 and under -- organised by Club member and touring professional, of Australian tennis stars. Tennis Victoria at Bendigo in the first week of August. I attended the final day, with Wayne Arthurs, has agreed to add his name In August we saw tangible results from the board member Tony Ryan and Tennis to the trophy on offer for the winners of Foundation’s efforts: this event. Victoria Regional Development Officer • Outstanding young Queenslander Jason Euan Campbell, and we certainly saw This is one of several talent identification Kubler played a key role in Australia’s some promising athletes in action. Several events being run by Tennis Victoria with the first-ever win at the World Junior Tennis were identified for scholarships at the High support of the Kooyong Foundation and we Competition in the Czech Republic. Jason, Performance Tennis Academy and we will look forward to seeing some of the State’s 14, enjoyed support from the Kooyong keenly watch their progress. best juniors competing at Kooyong. Foundation last year, with help from FOUNDATION SUPPORT RESULTS the GSA Group (the firm of Foundation director Philip Munz). Thanks goes to all Foundation members The Kooyong Foundation has every reason and supporters, particularly the 50-year club to be proud of the achievements of recent • The Foundation sponsored the Frank members and our corporate sponsors, Yakka, months and the plans in place to continue the Sedgman Cup -- a teams event for boys AAMI and GSA.

Archives and Research Centre JOHN BROMWICH DISPLAY The Club would like to thank Zenda Bromwich for making available her wonderful family memorabilia for the display in the foyer, which replaced that of Sir Norman Brookes in October. John Bromwich won his first Australian singles title at Kooyong in 1939 and won the Victorian championships in 1939, 1945, and 1946.

12 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 Happy 80th Birthday FRANK SEDGMAN

John Fitzgerald Frank Sedgman turned 80 on the 29th Some of these include: of October 2007 and all of his sporting - RIP - • Australian Championships Singles in 1949, friends decided it was time to celebrate the 1950, Men’s Doubles in 1951, 1952, achievements of this famous Australian. Mixed Doubles 1949, 1950. Held at the RACV Club with 410 guests • The French Championships Doubles representing all aspects of his sporting life in 1951, 1952, Runner up in singles in including horse racing, golf, tennis, Vingt Cinq 1952, Mixed Doubles in 1951, 1952. and Carbine Clubs enjoyed a luncheon held in his honour. • Wimbledon singles in 1952, Men’s Doubles in 1948, 1951, 1952, Mixed Unbeknown to Frank, his first employer in Kooyong sadly mourns the passing of 50 Doubles in 1951, 1952. year member John Fitzgerald, former professional tennis, Jack Kramer, had made the editor of the Herald and Weekly Times long trip out to be the surprise guest speaker. • US Championships Singles 1951, 1952, Men’s Doubles in 1950, 1951, Mixed newspaper and great supporter of the Much reminiscing took place as Jack recalled Kooyong Foundation. Doubles in 1951, 1952. the early days of setting up Pro Tennis and John, 76, had vigorously fought a two- what a valuable player (arguably the world’s Frank also played Davis Cup for Australia in year battle with cancer, was editor of The best amateur) Frank had been in establishing the first three years of its domination of the Herald - one of the forerunners of the the Pro Tour throughout the United States, competition from 1950 to 1967. Herald Sun - between 1974 and 1979. Europe and Australia. Today Frank is a life member of Kooyong, sits Fitzie, as he was affectionately known, In fact Jack, in his 1999 autobiography, on the Kooyong Foundation’s Board and has a took great pride in being a member included Frank in his list of the 21 greatest balcony named after him at the Club. of Kooyong and helped establish the Kooyomng Foundation and was able to players of all time. set it on the road to success through his Just for the record, in a four year span from Happy birthday Frank and congratulations amazing ability to be able to sell an idea 1949 to 1952 Frank won 22 Grand Slam titles from everyone at Kooyong. to the perfect audience. in singles, doubles and mixed doubles. He was managing director and chairman of one of Australia’s most successful public relations firms, IPR, later Shandwick IPR for more than 15 years. He was a past president of the sport- based Carbine Club, closely associated with the Sport Australia Hall of Fame and was a consultant to the Australian Olympic Committee and its senior IOC member Kevan Gosper, as well as being one of the forces behind yachtsman John Bertrand’s America’s Cup campaigns. An avid tennis player, Fitzie was involved in various projects at any one time and was always so happy to help you in any way he could as so many of his friends Frank Sedgman and surprise guest Jack Kramer. will attest to. Kooyong would like to pass on its condolences to the family and acknowledge the great contribution Frank Sedgman, second from right, together with some of the Fitzie made to this great Club. world’s tennis champions.

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THE PRESIDENT’S LUNCH Fond memories for Chris Evert

The recent President’s Lunch, preceding disappointment, reward, exhilaration and pure the Spring Racing Carnival, was a wonderful despair but it’s all part of the ride that makes it event for the Club as two huge racing so appealing to those in the sport. identities gave us their stories and much Former jockey Simon Marshall was also on needed tips for race day. hand to share some of his finer moments in Leading trainer David Hayes, from the the sport and he made sure everyone rode famous racing family, gave the guests a great with him and knew what he was thinking insight into the racing industry and his take throughout one of his more famous victories. on the issues affecting the industry including Marshall’s comical outlook on life and his equine influenza. career was a fresh and entertaining look at The story of David’s rise to prominence was racing and one of its biggest characters and also an extremely interesting topic and most media personalities. It was fantastic to see two time Australian in the lunch found it to be a great look into a Open winner Chris Evert return to There was no doubt this President’s Lunch an industry most only see from a distance at Kooyong for the first time since 1985. was well received at this much-anticipated this time of year. time of the year. Evert returned to the scene of two of her finest victories with new beau Greg The work that goes into finding and training From left: Leading trainer David Hayes, former jockey Norman, winning the Australian Open that one horse to greatness can be one of Simon Marshall and MC Ralph Horowitz. here at Kooyong in 1982 and 1984. The pair were in Melbourne for Greg’s induction as the 27th official Legend of Australian Sport in the Hall of Fame. They had a tour of the Clubhouse and especially took notice of the various pieces of memorabilia throughout the Club as well as enjoying a rare hit on the grasscourts in October. It was fantastic to see Chris relive her memories of playing here at Kooyong and we welcome both back to Kooyong in the future.

DISCIPLINARY HEARINGS During October, Council appointed disciplinary committees to investigate the conduct of two Members when recently using the Club. Both Members were found guilty of breaches of Club Rules and Regulations in relation to the signing in of visitors and the payment of visitor’s fees. In one instance, a membership card had been misused. As a result, Council imposed three-month suspensions of membership on both members. Members are reminded of the need to comply with all Rules and Regulations when using the Club. In particular, all visitors must be signed in and all visitors’ fees paid before such visitor uses any facilities of the Club. Failure to comply with Club Rules or Regulations may result in a member being suspended or being expelled from the Club. Members are also reminded that the Regulations of the Club are available on the website to view. Copies are available on request.

14 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 night we slept in either out tents or open We were very fortunate to visit the well kept Kooyong native huts. During heavy rain one night two War Cemetery at Bormana where thousands tents leaked water soaking our sleeping bags of Australian and hundreds of English soldiers and mattresses. are laid to rest. It was a very hard trek but not to KOKODA as hard as it was for the soldiers during the war. The scenery was magnificent, the villages and On 25th August 2007 three members of people were welcoming and the flora and We showed ourselves to be a group of very Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club, Kim Johnson fauna special. One day, while walking, we strong and focused women who, at the end (our team leader), Theresa Carmichael and came across a beautiful Belladonna tree and of the day, all went about walking the Kokoda myself, Rena Alves, plus four other girls set soon after a small pool surrounded by dazzling Trail with the same determined spirit. off to walk the Kokoda Trail in Papua New vivid blue butterflies. Thankfully these were We were the first all girl group to succeed in Guinea. Kim’s father had served in Kokoda captured on camera. accomplishing the Kokoda Trail walk. during the war and this was one of the initial reasons for walking the trail but the rest of us What was truly heartfelt was that as a Rena Alves also had our own reasons and challenges. team we all accomplished our personal achievements, giving us a huge appreciation From left: Kooyong’s Rena Alves & Kim Johnson and on the After months of training the day had actually of the endeavours and sufferings of our far right is Theresa Carmichael. come for us to challenge the 96 km Kokoda Trail. forefathers before, and the realization of what I remember that day well, a day we had been these young soldiers went through. looking forward to for months and now some of us were approaching it with some trepidation In 1942 the soldiers not only had to pull and fear for the unknown journey ahead. machinery through mud in torrential rain but also During the nine days it took us to complete carry the wounded, and with the fear that the the trail we walked and climbed in the heart enemy may be waiting around the next corner. of thick rainforests, jungle, marshy ground and More than 3000 Australian soldiers died while grasslands. We climbed up and down very defending Kokoda from the Japanese forces steep, treacherous mountain passes and walked intent on capturing Port Moresby. Many also through mud a quarter the way up our legs. suffered from Malaria and dysentery. What We also encountered thick tree roots, turned the battle was the introduction of 25 slippery rocks, 53 river crossings, 94 degrees pounder guns, which saved Port Moresby humidity and two days of torrential rain. At from invasion.

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MEN’S STATE GRADE REVIEW

HARD WORK PAYS OFF

Lee Pearson and Matthew Coghlan were playing the dangerous Ben Ellwood who teamed with Shane Scrutton and it was the MCC pair who almost broke in the first game but it was all downhill from there. Pearson and Coghlan gained the break in the second game and continued on their merry way as they quickly took the first set and it was an absolute whitewash in the second set as both Kooyong boys continued to heap the pressure on the pair from MCC. In the second doubles David Bidmeade and Paul Arber were well on their way to defeating Taso Vasiliadis and David Spierings after taking the first set 6/4 but were just David Bidmeade, Paul Arber, Matthew Coghlan and Lee Pearson won the State Grade title against all the odds. spectators as the last few points unfolded on the court next to them. After five long years of titles slipping through the set but Ellwood got out of jail in the first our fingers, Kooyong has again won the Men’s set tie breaker. Pearson and Coghlan wrapped up their match State Grade Pennant in a thrilling final. and the title by defeating Ellwood and Scrutton In the second set Bidmeade was able to turn 6/1 6/0 and it was time to celebrate the title After defeating Kooyong No 2 in a massive the tables on his more fancied opponent and that our boys had worked so hard for over upset in the semi final courtesy of some Lee even the match at a set apiece but it was several years. Pearson magic and some cool, experienced the veteran Ellwood who came out firing in From the heartbreak of 2004 to finishing on heads against all the odds, Kooyong No 1 went the final set and he didn’t miss with his big top of the ladder several times in the past few on to win the pennant no-one thought they forehand eventually winning 7/6 4/6 6/3 to years, it was this team’s destiny to win a title could win but everyone wanted them to win. even the ledger. together and in such spectacular circumstances It was fate that this team should win when With Pearson’s win putting Kooyong up by after finishing fourth on the ladder this year. in this position, front running wasn’t their a rubber it was down to the final singles Congratulations to all the boys on their hard style but when their backs were against the match and Matthew Coghlan was up against wall you could see these close mates come work and persistence and we look forward to MCC’s David Spierings in what shaped as an together to win the pennant they had worked them defending their title in 2008. interesting battle. so hard for and more importantly deserved. Coghlan came out firing and seemed in Lee Pearson was again at the peak of his powers as he swept all before him to lead control of the match before Spierings started Kooyong to victory against MCC. Pearson to get on top and worked his way back into was irrepressible against Taso Vasiliadis in his the first set eventually taking it 7/5. all important singles match as he streaked to Spierings continued his good form in the an early lead and never looked back winning second set before Coghlan fought his way out 6/1 6/4. of trouble to win the second set 7/5 and get Earlier Paul Arber got Kooyong off to a perfect the match into a deciding set but Spierings start with a 6/2 6/2 win over Bryce Durham. took an early break and then a second to all Arber started quickly and never looked like but wrap up the match 7/5 5/7 6/2. faltering as he won the first rubber of the day, This left the match in the balance with which in turn gave confidence to his teammates. Kooyong leading by two sets after the singles David Bidmeade played in the number two and both teams confident of winning their position against MCC’s trump card, Ben respective doubles matches. Kooyong needed Ellwood, and was always in the match. In the to win just one of the two doubles matches to Former State Grade captain Matthew Coghlan was married first set Bidmeade had opportunities to take win the pennant and both pairs came out firing. recently and is surrounded here by many of his tennis mates.

16 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 WOMEN’S STATE GRADE REVIEW

GIRLS FALL AT THE FINAL HURDLE

The Kooyong girls had finally come together Emily Arnott again lead from the front and Depth is a massive key to success at this level to put themselves in the picture to challenge had the girls enjoying their tennis and each and is a problem that doesn’t affect Kooyong for a State Grade title for the first time in other’s company which made for a happy and at the moment and with such a tight knit several years but it just wasn’t to be. united team. group of girls now together we can look forward to another strong push towards the With a side capable of beating anyone on This in the end helped the girls reach the pennant next season. their day, Kooyong looked to be the only final in such impressive fashion, the four nil side to have the ability to knock the Evie whitewash at Grace Park was reward for effort Congratulations to MCC on winning the Dominikovic led MCC off their perch after an for the Kooyong girls but wasn’t the pennant women’s State Grade pennant for 2007. all conquering season but luck sometimes just they had worked so hard for. isn’t on your side. Maddison Springall battled bravely in the final. The sky is the limit for this team if they all stay Just days before the final, after destroying together and the team continues to improve Grace Park in the semi final, Kooyong lost and as we’ve seen with the men, anything is 2 of their top three players to overseas possible if you work hard for each other. appointments and had only weeks earlier lost their captain, Emily Arnott, due to a horrific Hopefully the core group of this team stays car accident and their rock from early in the together and works towards going that one season, Crystal Mahoney, was also in the step further and enjoying the spoils of victory United States to visit her family. together because as our boys can attest to, it’s Thankfully Emily is on the mend and I’m so much better to win a title with your mates. sure this young team will come together for There is such a fine line between the top another shot at the title but 2007 just wasn’t teams in this competition that it only takes to be their time. the addition of one player to tip the balance Probably the brightest point from this year in your favour and this could be all that is was that Kooyong fielded several youngsters required for this side to make the ultimate who stood up to the rigours of State Grade step to the pennant. with fantastic results. Lucy Mercuri, Catherine Louis, Emily Arnott, Adriana Szili, Danielle Kypreos and Maddison Springall before the final. Stephanie Wiltshire was a revelation and Maddison Springall continued to get better as the year went on and will no doubt be stronger for the season in the top grade. The final was unfortunately very one sided despite two huge efforts from Adriana Szili and Maddison Springall who played their hearts out against two very strong opponents. Szili was the backbone of the team all year and was nearly unbeatable at number two behind the strong play of Karolina Wlodarczack. These two girls set the tone for the rest of the side and it was very rare to see them both beaten on the same day. Szili’s cool head and strong doubles play had the Kooyong girls in the box seat week in and week out and it was disappointing to see the girls have to play a full strength MCC in the final after all they had been through to get to the final.

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MIDWEEK Junior tennis news LADIES TENNIS Kooyong is coming to the end of another On Sunday mornings Kooyong has had 13 teams The ladies have completed another successful season of junior competition playing at Kooyong, Scotch and Xavier and most successful year especially on despite missing nearly twenty of its best are close to playing in the finals this season. Wednesday mornings where Caroline players who are currently representing the Hassan’s team won the grand final in In Section 1 Sam Murphy’s team is in fourth Bayside Association in the state wide Junior Section 1 against Elwood. spot while in Section 2 Will James team is in Pennant competition. fourth spot and Genevieve Daly’s team isn’t In the same section Sally McIlraith’s team We look forward to seeing most of these far behind in sixth spot on the ladder. finished in eighth spot on the ladder. players return to our teams for the February On Thursday mornings Kerrin In Section 3 Tom Hardham’s team has again to June 2008 season. Tulloch’s A section team have finished got themselves in a good position with third in sixth spot on the ladder while in On Saturday mornings Kooyong has fielded spot on the ladder but unfortunately in a very Section 1 Linda Dohnt’s and Anne 9 teams in the current season and all of our competitive Section 4 both of Kooyong’s Kaiser’s teams finishing in fifth and teams have been quite competitive. teams are sitting outside the finals race. seventh respectively. In Section 1 Richie Meadows’ team sits on In Section 7 Simon Hardham’s team In Section 3 Nancy Bassett’s team top of the ladder while Harry Higgins team is continues its impressive form as they sit in finished in eighth spot on the ladder currently in fourth place with the grand final second spot on the ladder while Will Hays’ while Kathy Grant’s team have gone just around the corner. team is in seventh spot. all the way and are playing in the grand final against Chadstone. In Section 2 Kooyong is fielding 3 teams In Section 9 Michael Zwar’s team is just In Section 5 Alexandra Wilkinson’s and Kip Davenport’s team is in third place, outside the top four while Jessica Longmuir’s team will play in the finals when they William Carrington’s team is in fourth place team is in eighth place. meet Centenary Park in a semi final and Hamish Dennis’ team is in fifth spot on while Anne Fitzpatrick’s team finished In Section 11 Monica Boundy’s team are the ladder. the Section 6 season in seventh place. currently in seventh spot on the ladder while In Section 3 Georgia Quinn’s team currently in Section 13 Caroline Hamer’s team is just On Tuesday mornings the ladies are sits in second spot on the ladder and are outside the top four. half way through their season and in looking likely to make the grand final while A1 Sue Taylor’s team is currently in third spot on the ladder. Johnathan Leggo’s team is currently in fifth spot on the ladder. JUNIOR DISCO In A3 Jo Koffman’s team is currently in It was great to see more than 200 year 8 seventh spot on the ladder while in A5 In Section 4 Scott Munday’s team are sitting & 9 kids enjoy the disco in October. Genevieve White’s team sits in seventh in second spot on the ladder and will be and Fleur Cameron’s team is in tenth. hoping to make the grand final in their first Thanks to the committee, headed by In B1 Cathy Klemens’ team is in ninth season of competition at Kooyong while Cherhyll Cottee, for all their hard work in but has plenty of time left in the Claudia Douglas’ team is sitting in fifth spot making this a night the kids look forward to season to make up lost ground. on the ladder. each year. Congratulations to all the midweek teams on another successful year of tennis and we look forward to more in 2008.

From left to right: Caroline Hassan (C), Bridget Laird, Judy Mullen, Lauren Dennis

18 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 third set tie breaker and fortunately for the Kooyong boys they held their nerve to win MORE PENNANT SUCCESS the set, the match and the pennant by two games in a wonderful result for the Club. In the Grade 3 women’s final Kooyong faced off with North Ringwood in what was always going to be a close contest but unfortunately, despite being right in the match after the singles, the Kooyong girls couldn’t quite overcome their opponents in the doubles. With Breanna Little and Kate Francis having wins in the singles it was important to win the doubles well to get themselves back into the match but North Ringwood proved too strong as they won three of the four doubles rubbers to win the pennant 5 rubbers to 3. Congratulations to Kate Haussegger, Dobrila Subotic, Breanna Little and Kate Francis on a wonderful season. From left: Grade 2 Seniors winners David Hays, Cam Dickinson, Peter Hays, David Cox and Jeremy Brown-Greaves. Kooyong was also successful in winning the Senior’s Grade 2 pennant after an Kooyong has completed another successful Anthony Zafiras hasn’t put a foot wrong since undefeated season from Jeremy Brown- Tennis Victoria Pennant season with 3 victories returning from College in America and again Greaves and his team. and two runners up from our 25 teams. The showed his class to defeat Kai Ulrik 6/1 6/3 success began when Kooyong’s Men’s State while the singles were rounded out with Ryan It was all Kooyong in the final as Jeremy Grade team managed to pull off a magnificent Reidler going down to Adam Arnold but taking Brown-Greaves, Cam Dickinson, David Cox victory against all the odds after finishing the an important set in his loss 6/7 7/6 1/6. and David Hays continued on their winning season in fourth position on the ladder. ways as they had done all season to defeat The doubles was a tense affair as Beaumaris Legend Park in the final 3 rubbers to nil. Unfortunately our Women’s State Grade Lawn jumped out to an early lead as they won team was unable to complete the double due the first two rubbers. This left the Kooyong Cox and Hays had two straight sets wins to to several of our girls being unavailable for boys in the precarious position of needing setup the victory while Dickinson and Brown- the final but they also had a fantastic season to win and win well in the last two doubles Greaves topped the victory off with a straight and performed admirably for the Club to be matches and this is what they did. sets win of their own. runners up in 2007 after not making the finals at all in 2006. Dixon and Reidler came out firing with a 7/5 It was a magnificent season from Jeremy 6/2 win over Brophy and Bertschik and it Brown-Greaves and his crew, after falling at In Grade 1 Kooyong’s Men’s team were in a came down to the last doubles match where the final hurdle in 2006 they have gone up a battle against Beaumaris Lawn for the pennant Zafiras and Prajoga were up to their necks section and won the pennant. Congratulations in a rematch of the Tier 2 final of 2005 in trouble. The match came down to the to all involved. and for the third straight year Kooyong has produced the goods to win this pennant. Luke Dixon’s team always knew they had a battle on their hands against the side from Tennis Court Bookings Beaumaris Lawn and the Kooyong boys were also without their top two players for Members are reminded that when booking tennis courts they need to be on court both weeks of the final in a major blow to within 15 minutes of their booking time. their chances. If not on court by that time, the booking will be forfeited and any member will have With Matt Carroll and Glen Busby out it was the right to play on this court until the next booking begins at the end of the hour. always going to be a tough battle but the side Booking and non-use of court bookings is currently being monitored to ensure fair was able to pull out the wins they needed to use of the system for the benefit of all members. win the pennant. Members are reminded that if they do not wish to make use of the court they Luke Dixon came up against a familiar foe in should contact the Club or cancel online sufficiently early for reallocation to others. Ed Brophy and was able to win comfortably Members should also reminded to check the court allocation near the John P 6/2 6/2 but Kenneth Prajoga went down in Young Pavilion prior to beginning play to ensure they are on the right courts. straight sets to Damian Green 6/3 7/6.

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Maybe you just want to play with someone who is going to hit a lot of balls back to you Kooyong and give you a cardio workout while working on your skills? Maybe you haven’t played for a International Tennis Academy while and just want a refresher?

We have had a fantastic year with the Our ladies programs on a Monday and Our aim is to meet the needs of all members coaching, our program being 99% full with a Wednesday mornings have gone really so please call Helen our new office manager waiting list for specific days and this can only well with over 70 ladies participating in the in the office; she is a great addition to our staff. happen with a great staff and a lot of flexibility. programs. It is great to see them working as No matter what age or ability we can assist hard as they do and show the improvement your game. We are now getting set for our big December that has taken place. / January holiday and clinic program which Term 1, 2007 will again see our supervised have been a great success. I know I have said All information can be found either in reception competition on a Friday from 4:15 – 6:00pm. or by ringing the office. We are also doing it before but it is appreciated and fantastic to This is for juniors who have either not yet quite a few ladies groups for an hour during hear some of our long standing members, the day, so bring your friends along to improve started competition, just started, or don’t get who have been playing tennis for a long your tennis skills or enjoy a social workout. the chance to play on the weekend. time say, “isn’t it great to see so many young children playing tennis rather than them being Any of the coaches can be booked, not just This will be for all members whether being home on the computers or on play stations”. for lessons, but also in our program ‘Come coached or not, the requirement is that you play with a coach’ which may be 3 people are up to serving the ball into the court and Our clinics always seem to be full with great wanting to improve their doubles skills, beginning to rally. If you are interested we feedback from parents, our low coach to player people who have been playing together for will be taking expressions of interest from ratio makes certain that our participants get years and would like to have a new face or November onwards and will keep you great value. All enrolment forms are available someone to make them work a little harder from the coaching office or at reception. on their game. informed. The last 2 terms program have filled very quickly, so get in early if interested. Next year one of our biggest goals is to develop a twilight tournament program for both juniors and adults and some more squad work on a weekend. These will be for all members and hopefully provide the missing link between practice, lessons and getting more experience and confidence for tournaments and pennant as well as having more fun. We will keep you all informed of the progress. From all of us at the Kooyong International Tennis Academy we wish everyone a very happy holiday break and hope that 2006 becomes a safer world to live in. For those of you who haven’t been in the coaching office, it is now situated in the PRO SHOP. We can now assist you with anything to do with your tennis; from lessons, clinics, to the correct racquet, clothing, on site restringing, gift vouchers for lessons and Christmas presents…. We look forward to assisting you with any of your needs and on behalf of all of us at the Kooyong International tennis Academy we wish you all a safe Christmas and holiday break If there is anything else we can assist you with please contact Helen the office via our new office in the Pro Shop on 98246860.

20 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 SEVEN Club Championships??? It’s that time again and with the grass Hopefully we may also see our two State This list could grow considerably if young courts opening many members will be Grade number one’s, Richard Fromberg and stars Sally Peers and Stephanie Wiltshire are looking forward to another chance to write Lee Pearson, in the field to strengthen what available around this busy time of year. themselves into the history of this great Club. is always one of the best Club Championship None more so than Jay Salter, who will fields in the state. Both girls will be playing in tournaments be shooting for a record seventh Club around the country over summer but might Championships title in 2008 to take him past Hopefully we may also see challenges from be available if their calendar allows and then the likes of Paul Arber, Matthew Coghlan, the great Max Senior who is won the event you have the even younger stars of the future Luke Dixon and Anthony Zafiras. six times. in Molly Polak, Viktorija Rajicic and Sandy Vo Jay Salter and grass courts generally fit On the women’s side we could be in for a who could also cause a stir if they play well. together like a glove and despite being very interesting event with Maddison Springall challenged several times in last year’s event set to defend her title against several strong We look forward to another wonderful event he was still able to come away with the title. challengers. and encourage all members to take part in the Club Championships as it caters for all There is sure to be more pressure on Jay Those who are likely to make the defence again this year and with the natural grasscourt standards across more than 40 events. tough for the young State Grade player games of Will McNamee and David Members will have received a copy of the Bidmeade again coming to the fore you’d include perennial State Grade stars Lisa expect the top seed to be tested in the later D’Amelio and Adriana Szili as well as the entry form with Courtside or grab one from rounds of the event. always consistent Jurate Hardy. reception or online at www.kooyong.com.au.

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21 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 Chef’sChef’s NotesNotes Food & Beverage - news - QUALITY V QUANTITY Over the last 4 or 5 months we have heard horror stories about the drought and the effect it is having on the poultry, meat and vegetable industries in Australia. It has noticeably reflected in increased costs for basic food items like bread, milk and dairy products. Many of the Club’s suppliers have increased costs by as much as 20% in the last 3 months. Dairy items have gone through the roof, while fish and lamb in particular are increasing almost weekly. On a recent visit for dinner to my local restaurant I couldn’t believe the impact of cost tip of the week... increases. Not only had prices increased but also portion sizes (and quality) appeared to When making creme brulee at home, have fallen. line the cooking tray with newspaper Perhaps what was highlighted by this was the and then put the ramekins on top dilemma faced by many chef’s; a question of to cook. The newspaper has great ‘Quality or Quantity’. insulating benefits and it will reduce At the end of the day, there is nothing like the likely hood of you over cooking leaving a restaurant after eating top quality and and scrambling your brulee mix. If you interesting dishes at reasonable prices. want an idea for a brulee to make Our objective therefore for our Members is this summer try a lemongrass and challenging; to continue to provide top quality and interesting dishes but also value for the mango, it will be sensational. dollar spent. Our enthusiastic team looks forward to continuing to meet this goal.

THEMED PRODUCE WEEKS I want to thank all the members who have Come and celebrate the Festive season at attended the special regional produce themed Kooyong with a glass of G.H.MUMM weeks over the last few months. “Cordon Rouge” Non Vintage Champagne. They have been a great success and a lot of fun to do. The next one we will be doing is in January and it will be themed around Western Complex flavours of fresh fruit and brioche are the mark Australia/Margaret River region. Just think of of a great Champagne. A touch of acidity and remarkable the wines and seafood from this special part of length in the mouth make a consistently delightful finish. our country. 77 base wines make up this reference Champagne. We encourage you to book as early as Well structured, tonic elegant and long, Cordon Rouge possible so you don’t miss out. sums up the spirit, know how and dynamism of the We would also welcome suggestions of future Mumm Champagne house. themes. Please do not hesitate to let me know or tell Patrice or Mel and we will take it Glass $10.00 - Bottle $60.00 - Retail/take away $55.00 from there. Kevin Ley, Executive Chef PRE ORDER NOW FOR CHRISTMAS

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City Clubs Wine Challenge KLTC’s wine “experts” travelled to University WINE TASTED: house last night for the inaugural City Clubs O’Leary Walker Watervale Riesling 2007 - Wine Challenge. There were around 10 Giesen Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - Tiefenbrunner teams representing about 7 clubs, we blind Pinot Grigio 2006 - William Fevre Petit tasted 4 whites & 4 reds, accompanied by a Chablis 2005 - Palliser Estate Pencarow Pinot reasonable table, preceded by Canapes and Noir 2006 - Antinoro Peppoli 2004 - Yalumba Jansz Brut Hand Picked Shiraz Viognier 2005 - Rymill Our Captain, Patrice, was superb in his Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 appraisal and identification, but alas, we finished TEAM MEMBERS: second on 116.5 points, 2 shy of the winner, The Athenaeum club. They now will host the Patrice RENAUDIN next challenge probably early next year. Iain MacFARLANE Bert ARMSTRONG In the options section of Red identification the Will DERHAM last 4 standing of about 80 “drinkers” were all Geoff PULLEN KLTC!!! Bruce WILSON I’m sure we can win this event and KLTC’s Following the success of the event, discussions kitchen will more than match the fare are already happening regarding the presented last night. organisation of the next Challenge. As soon Our team stole the night being decked out as the date is decided, we will be advertising in club ties, some of our opponents being in view to enrol more Kooyong members to garbed ready for the Butchers picnic. this event.

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SQUASH REPORT

At the time of print, for the Spring ’07 Club eventually won the event while John Piccolo Circuit squash pennant competition Kooyong defeated Hedy Mameghan in the plate final. have 6 teams placed in the top 3 of their Thank-you to Nick Alves, Hedy Mameghan grade and will therefore be likely to play in and Bert Armstrong for organizing a well run pennant finals. tournament. 3 of these teams are placed 1st on the ladder The 2008 Kooyong Club Championships are in their respective grades and are therefore scheduled to be played in March ’08. Exact likely to advance directly to the Grand final of dates of the event are yet to be confirmed. their respective grades. Anyone interested in squash coaching for Anyone interested in playing for Kooyong in adults or kids please contact Mark Ikin on the Autumn ’08 Club Circuit squash pennant Tel: 0418 542 965. competition should contact Bert Armstrong, [email protected]. During the September/October school holidays 5 Kooyong junior squash players, SARAH FITZ-GERALD Nikhil Raniga, Selena Shaikh, Nicola Templeton, Harrison Sinatra and Adam Flett Kooyong A1 Squash maestro Sarah competed in the Australian Junior Individual Fitz- Gerald AO has recently added to Squash Championships held in Brisbane. her fantastic list of achievements. Considering for some of these players it was In August Sarah was awarded the the first time competing at the national junior MSAC Female Athlete of the Decade titles, all 5 players performed extremely well Award, further underscoring the high and gained valuable experience. esteem she is held within the total sporting community. Nicola Templeton in the under 17 year age group and Selena Shaikh in the under 15 year The Award centred on sports based age group also represented Victoria in the at MSAC and the State Netball & Australian Junior Teams Championships held Hockey Centre and the major criteria in Brisbane, October 3rd – 7th. focused on achievements of athletes at Olympic/World Championships, The under 17 year age group team placed international rankings, contribution 4th and the under 15 year age group also and service/ambassadorial support for placed 4th. Overall, in the team’s event the their sport. Victorian team placed 5th. Not only has the five times world All 5 Kooyong junior players that were open squash champion and winner of mentioned above, plus many more Kooyong 65 world tour events from 97 finals junior squash players are looking forward appearances excelled on the court, to the next major junior squash event, the her feats off it have also been quite National Junior Series, which will take place in remarkable. Ballarat, 22-30 March 2008. She has been a board member of the The annual Handicap squash tournament, Women’s International Squash Players where all players of any age and any Association (WISPA) for 11 years and standard have an equal chance of winning as its President for 8 years. the tournament has taken place over the Melbourne Cup week, November 2nd - 9th. In September she won the British Open over 35 title overwhelming her The final was between David Thiele and From top: Mark Ikin and David Thiele, Hedy Mameghan and opponent in just 24 minutes conceding Kooyong squash club coach, Mark Ikin. Mark John Piccolo, Selena Shaikh and Harrison Sinatra. only 6 points.

24 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 Inaugural Kooyong v. Royal South Yarra Billiards and Tennis Club Lightening Risk Snooker Match QUOTE OF THE MONTH In early October the Kooyong team won this “I’ve often regretted I was 20 before Snooker Report match 9 frames to 7 to cap off a very pleasant I picked up a cue for the first time, let alone set foot in a pool room. Had by Alistair Macindoe night of snooker, dining and socialising at Royal South Yarra. I done so five years earlier I have no It has been a busy time in the sun-starved part doubt I would have reached my majority The rules of Lightening Risk Snooker were of the Club. better prepared for life, having happily new to all but one of the Kooyong players squandered thousands of hours in pursuit Interclub A-Grade billiards (who have roughly 250 years of experience of precision cue-ball control, the art The new season is under way, with the playing ordinary snooker between them). of graceful larceny and the acquisition Kooyong team having plenty of success. of the kind of street sense that one In this game, the player can in essence At about the half way point, we are second can often detect in people who had a pot whichever ball he likes, but with the on the ladder, and looking likely to make the misspent youth. As it happened I was finals in late November. restrictions of potting the same colour not shipped off to boarding school at 15 more than three times in a row and only one where for three years the closest I came Sandringham-Kooyong Cup Retained red in a row. to pool was getting chalk dust under In mid-August Kooyong hosted the annual my nails- not from using a cue but from As well, the yellow is worth a generous 8 snooker match against the talented sportsmen writing Latin sentences on a blackboard.” of Sandringham. Kooyong prevailed with points. Safety play is not prominent in this relative ease, winning 10 frames to 2 to retain game. Although there are penalties for missing - the opening remarks of “Billiards” the perpetual trophy. colours, the Kooyong players took an instant by John Grissim 1979 liking to the game, and ran in three forty-plus Each player played a frame of singles and breaks and a 53. a frame of doubles. The Kooyong team was David Pitt (capt.), Harry Andrews, Neil The Kooyong team was Fraser Murrell (capt.), Maclachlan, Simon Fortune, John Fanshaw, Harry Andrews, David Pitt, Simon Fortune, Dick Hayden Rees, Dick Grogan and myself. Grogan, Ed Bryant, Damian Mescher, and myself.

SHOT OF THE MONTH “Sliding” off cushions

It’s important to know how the cue ball will bounce off the cushions in billiards SHOT 2 and snooker. For example when you are Because of the acute angle into snookered, you have to “know the angles” the side cushion, the cue ball will to make a successful escape. slide off the cushion. To hit the red Many people assume that the cue ball will you must aim further to the right bounce off a cushion at the same angle at than you would expect i.e. closer which it arrived, as a beam of light bounces to the side pocket. off a mirror. This is true when the angle is wide and near perpendicular (or 90º) – see Shot 1. However this is not the case when the SHOT 1 angle that the cue ball comes to the cushion Because the angle into the side is a narrow one. Because the cushions are cushion in not acute, the cue ball not perfectly elastic, the cue ball will actually will bounce off the cushion as bounce off the cushion at a significantly you’d expect. It’s like a ray of light narrower angle than which it arrived. This bouncing off a mirror. phenomenon is called sliding. This is shown in Shot 2.

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BRIDGE BITS Social The Bridge Club has had an amazing and extremely busy year with a huge variety of Committee Events and Competitions. The Annual Dinner and Duplicate in October was a resounding success and we must The ‘JJ’ John JeffriesNews Mixed Doubles Tennis Round Robin & Bistro Dinner compliment the Chef and the Staff for such on the 14th October produced a gorgeous dinner. another beautiful day for our Tennis At the Christmas Party on 11th December we Winners on the Night from amongst our Round Robin. will announce the 2007 winners of Kooyong Members were: George Lehrian and Wendy Best Pairs Trophy. Bridge will resume on 29th The tennis was of a high standard and Johnston, Carrie Righetti and Angela Walker, January 2008. fun was had by all. Holding dinner in Don Bowman and Trevor Neal, Brenda and the Bistro was a great success and Jerry Sender and Teck and Wilson Chan. A big thankyou goes to so many for their the congratulations to the winners… contribution to the wonderful year we had One Evening was devoted to The Leukaemia special thanks also to Claire for her in 2007: the marvellous Committee, the Foundation and we raised $500. excellent organising skills. hardworking and friendly Kooyong Staff and The Australian Bridge Association invited us our Director, Cathie Lachman. 2007 has been a busy and fun year. We have held two tennis soirees, a to compete in the Australia Wide Spring Pairs Be safe, good health and have fun over the Disco Night and as this goes to print so our Members had the opportunity to see Festive Season. we will be hosting our final function, how they fared against the rest of the Bridge the Christmas Party. World in Australia. Leeron Branicki President I would like to thank my committee We have had many Promotions from Master for their enthusiasm and support Points earned this year: – Glenda, Jessica, Claire, Simonette, Graduate Master: Irene Hinsley, Note from Marilyn Ohlson: The Club was Pam, Mary S, Mary B and Maggie. Angela Morgan proud to see the success of one or our Thank you also to Chris, Steve, Renee, members, Leeron, who with her partner Club Master: Edwin Knight, Trevor Neal, Melinda, and all the staff for their Louise Strauss, Diane Britcliffe, Virginia Jeff, took out the Victorian Open Pairs at the help in ensuring the success of our Cameron, Nancy Heffernan, Joan Layet V.B.A. in October. They will now represent functions and finally a thank you to all Victoria in the Australian Open Pairs next year. the members and their friends who Local Master – Teck Chan, Shirley support us. Bowman, Catherine Ng, Carolyn Righetti Our Members were saddened by the recent death of Marg Davison and send our Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas Local Master* - George Lehrian condolences to Marg’s Family and friends. and New Year and look forward to seeing Local Master** - Penny Blankfield you at our functions in 2008. Regional Master* - Josephine O’Donohue State Master – Virginia Rugless State Master* - Susie Hawkins National Master – Charles Baker Silver Life Master – Leeron Branicki

Above: Charles and Paulina Baker. Winners of the Jim Borin Trophy for the second year running. Left: Some of the winners from the Annual Dinner: (from left) Wendy Johnson, George Lehrian, Leeron Branicki, Wilson and Teck Chan.

26 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 The Royal Children’s Social Hospital Auxiliary Committee News Another great card day was held to raise On that day we raised $2251 for the Royal money for the RCH Auxiliary on the 20th Children’s Hospital and we have $30,000 in of August in the Kooyong Room with a total funds raised this year to buy a specific piece of profit for the Royal Children’s Hospital of equoment from their wish list. $3966.80. I thank everyone involved in all these functions The gift stall run by Phyllis George with from the committee to the staff at Kooyong, donated gifts raised $1025 and the raffle $885. helpers behind the scenes and all who attend to make these events worthwhile. Everyone had a fantastic day and our ever- capable Kooyong staff served the lunch Our next major function was on Friday 16th and wine. of November, a black tie dinner dance for Christmas celebrations with a 20 piece big band. On Monday 3rd September a luncheon was held featuring Eva de Jong Duldig, a A wonderful night was held with the Club member, Wimbledon quarter finalist Rathdowne Street Big Band donating their and Director of the Duldig Studio – a public time for this event in 2006 and repeating that museum and art gallery. this year. Eva is a member of Kooyong and was happy Merry Christmas and a happy 2008 to all. to come along and speak at our luncheon and raise money for the RCH Auxiliary. Sandra Williams Her life has been full of such vast President experiences including leaving Vienna with her parents and arriving in Australia, playing at Wimbledon, teaching and managing the museum and art gallery. Top to bottom: Guest speaker Eve de Jong Duldig We all enjoyed listening to the story of her life Thais Meare and Sandra Williams and her company and thank her for sharing Gift table: Lesley Hughes, Phyllis George and Marj Galvin The Card Day her time with us.

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WINEMAKER’S DINNER Friday 14th September 2007 Wine and ON ARRIVAL Scallop in pancetta with pea puree Food Society 2003 Delatite ‘Demelza’ This year’s Winemaker’s Dinner Methode Champenoise fully lived up to expectations as we were presented with wonderful food, ENTRÉE imaginatively presented and matched Sake Kasu marinaded CRÈCHE with excellent wine. Kingfish with spring onion We were delighted that David Ritchie 2005 Delatite Riesling/2006 NEWS of Delatite Wines was able to join us Delatite Pinot Gris The crèche is a greatly appreciated and well for dinner and to move among the utilized child minding facility which allows tables to discuss the selected wines MAIN Member parents to freely play tennis and with our members. Venison loin, crushed celeriac cake, rhubarb marmalade use other Club facilities five mornings a week A big thanks is due to both Kevin and forrest mushroom during school terms. and Patrice for the professionalism cream sauce The wonderful staff in the crèche continues and enthusiasm which they brought to 2005 Delatite Shiraz to provide a happy and stimulating experience this function. for our children. Thank you to all the girls, 2004 Delatite Devil’s River It was a wonderful evening and our especially Sue and Gill who remain dedicated Cabernet Sauvignon/ to the care of our children. thanks are due to all the staff who Merlot/Malbec contributed so much to its success. This year has seen continued high demand for DESSERT the crèche. An extra six positions (totalling 20) Roast pineapple and ginger were introduced earlier in the year to meet Pamela Middleton tart with coconut semi-fredo Member’s needs. Over 70 families and 102 Bacchus children are registered to use the Creche! 2005 Delatite Late Picked Riesling Next year, the session fees will increase to $10 per child while the Family Subscription will remain the same. In Term 1 2008, the Committee will consider extended hours on Fridays and remaining open during school holidays. The last Crèche session for 2007 is Friday 14th December. The crèche reopens Monday 11th February 2008. Bookings can be made from 5th February 2008. New Enrolment Forms will be available from the Pro Shop in December. Stay tuned for details of our great Ladies Tennis Night early in 2008. Seasons Greetings to all Crèche families! Caroline Redman On behalf of the Creche Committee The winemaker’s dinner was a great success and guests included Jennie May, winemaker David Ritchie, Pamela Middleton and Celia Steedman.

28 COURTSIDE MAGAZINE - DECEMBER 2007 nourishment. We have quite a social group Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club and like to have the occasional lunch, dinner or outing. In October, we took a train to Geelong and then walked to the Yacht Club - Health Club News for lunch. The lazy ones took a cab!!! We are looking forward to our Christmas lunch at Kooyong on Wednesday, 28th November. - Kooyong Member What an exciting year 2007 was at Kooyong PILATES We encourage anyone interested in Health Club, with new members becoming a keeping fit, to join our happy band. 9:30 am part of the gym and the new Thursday 9:30 No matter your age, shape or level of fitness Wednesday and Friday. Aerobic class going from strength to strength. Pilates can be an essential part of your fitness Recently the Health Club management got regime as well as be complimentary to your a general consensus from members on their other programs. AEROBICS views on particular classes; here is the positive Margaret Scotti provides Kooyong members feedback we have received. Steve’s classes are invigorating, challenging, with a very professional and personalized exhausting, demanding and fun – in a nutshell: workout session that teaches you how to never boring. He is very competent, explains MASSAGE become aware of and use your “CORE” a lot and brings up myriads of different muscles to give strength and stabilization to exercises, so each class workout is exciting I have enjoyed regular massage with Eva your trunk. This can help people with back, and unpredictable. - Kooyong Member at Kooyong over the last 4 years. As a neck and shoulder complaints or those who professional woman with a lot on the go, have some minor balance disturbances due Steve is an inspiring instructor, able to adapt I find that regular remedial massage is vital to poor muscle control and strength. Pilates is exercises to individual strengths and injuries, to keeping my energy levels high. Not only also a fantastic way of toning and shaping your so that every class is worthwhile. does it revitalize me but it gives me a much body for maintenance or improvement. - Kooyong Member improved quality of sleep. Working out 4-5 Steve’s classes are the best! If you want a times per week keeps me in great mental and People who regularly attend Pilates notice total body workout that incorporates a variety physical shape and combined with regular a definite change in the way they hold their of cardio and strength training with great massage helps me prevent acute and overuse posture and the length of time they are able music, laughter and a stimulating instructor, injury of my musculoskeletal system thus, to maintain this before tiring and reverting then this is for you! Steve’s classes cater for allowing me to work out for longer periods back to old habits. all levels. - Kooyong Member with a safer outcome. At Kooyong I am The sessions incorporate both fitness (aerobic able to dictate the nature of my treatment, based) and strength/tone components plus Aerobics classes with Steve are not to be be it deep tissue for muscle release and some relaxation. They are well rounded, missed. We are all getting fitter! The 2 day spinal alignment or medium tissue relaxation enjoyable and can become addictive!! option is fantastic as if allows us to attend massage for mental rejuvenation and stress each class. - Kooyong Member release. Dealing with a busy lifestyle I have no doubt that massage keeps me feeling fantastic AQUA AEROBICS GYMNASIUM all over! - Dee Milne Aqua Aerobics is alive and well! Make welcome Jade A large group attend the class held on Mulcair, Jade has YOGA Wednesday mornings. Lovely Lisa keeps us been updating Health on the move with a comprehensive set of Over the past 5 years, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed Appraisals, Program exercises. She looks so trim and attractive taking “Hatha Yoga” classes with Steven Show throughs and while we puff and pant, aspiring to look just Georgiou at Kooyong. I’ve experienced contacting members. like her. - Kooyong Member enormous benefits from Yoga, such as feeling Jade is a specialist in healthier, happier and much more relaxed. A big welcome to Susan, our new teacher on resistance training, Every part of the body is exercised and my Friday mornings, sadly Toni had to leave us with many years flexibility has improved immensely. I’ve learnt and we wish her well in Dubai. Don’t think of experience in correct breathing, relaxation and meditation there will be much call for Aqua Aerobics over strength training and fitness. If any members techniques. With Yoga there is no stress there. We do miss her “Feet off the ground have any enquiries, suggestions or would as there is no competition. Because of the please Joan. Do you think I’m blind?”. “It’s not like a complimentary gym tour, contact physical aspect of realigning the body, the a swimming race Ellie – Slow down”. “Angela, Michael Kull Health Club Manager directly on mind and spirit are also realigned. This has what are you doing?” - Kooyong Member 0419003762. created a feeling of peace and well being in me, at the end of each class. I love my Yoga After our workout and “glass of water first”, Merry Christmas and a Happy, classes. - Jillian Bartley it is up to the bar for coffee and a little Healthy New Year.

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December 2007 Christmas/New Year Social Committee Christmas Dinner 1st Opening Hours Christmas Day Young Members Champagne Tasting Night 5th Tuesday 25th December 2007 Reception - CLOSED Christmas Day Lunch at Kooyong 25th Pro Shop - CLOSED See ad below Gym - CLOSED Christmas Lunch in Kooyong Room Boxing Day January 2008 Wednesday 26th December 2007 Reception - CLOSED Pro Shop - CLOSED AAMI Classic 9th-12th Gym - 6.00am to 8.00pm See eight of the world’s top players up close Thursday 27th December and personal on Kooyong’s famous centre court. to Monday 31st December 2007 Reception - 9.00AM - 5.00PM Pro Shop - CLOSED February 2008 Gym - 6.00AM TO 10.00PM New Years Day Tuesday 1st January 2008 KLTC Club Championships 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th Reception - CLOSED March 1st & 2nd Pro Shop - CLOSED Gym - 6.00AM TO 8.00PM Put your skills to the test in any of the 40+ events on offer or just come down and see some of the Club’s FOOD & BEVERAGE best players in action. Members Bar & Bistro Christmas Day March 2008 Tuesday 25th December 2007 - CLOSED Boxing Day Royal Children’s Hospital Tennis Day 3rd Wednesday 26th December 2007 12 MIDDAY - 9PM Thursday 27th - Monday 31st December 2007 - 9AM - 11PM New Years Day Tuesday 1st January 2008 12 MIDDAY - 9PM Christmas Day Racquet Club Christmas Day Lunch at Kooyong Tuesday 25th December 2007 CLOSED Tuesday 25th December 2007 Boxing Day Wednesday 26th December 2007 at 12 noon CLOSED $85 for adults $45 for kids Thursday 27th - Monday 31st (aged 5-10) December 2007 12 MIDDAY - Lunch Delicious Buffet Lunch. Drinks at bar prices 6PM - Dinner Tuesday 1st January 2008 - CLOSED

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