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Become a New Member of Seascape Sports Club and Receive a 20% Discount* *Restrictions Apply (offer ends 8/31/13 ) First Class Fitness Center Zumba • Pilates • Yoga • Aqua • Core Training • Dance Wellness Center Featuring TRX 5 Tennis, Swimming, Magic, Volleyball, Arts & Crafts, Beach Games, Soccer, Basketball, Ping Pong, Kids’ Dance, Olympics Day, Martial Arts, Climbing Wall, Camp T-Shirts, Daily Lunch, Pictures and lots of fun! 2 Comerica Bank Challenger 2013 J “SEASCAPETO WIMBLEDON” By Nate Abaurrea, photos by Joyce Tarter Rideout ndy Murray, the greatest hope for British Tennis, waited for. 77 years was enough. Murray wasn’t going to Awas one point from destiny. Wimbledon 2013 was wait another second. He smashed a serve to the backhand moments away from concluding in a fashion not seen side of Djokovic, whose return shot sat up like a juicy since 1936. Frederick John Perry was the last British steak on a silver platter. Murray came through it with a man to win the championship at the All-England Club, vengeance, a forehand of monumental proportions. This 77 years ago. One point, that’s all that separated time, the backhand return from Djokovic went straight Murray from ending nearly eight decades of grass- into the net, and fell to the green grass below. Bedlam court heartache. ensued. History had been made. Andy Murray was the champion of Wimbledon. With an entire nation of fans on the edge of their seats, Almost eight years earlier to the day, a shaggy haired 18 Murray held the tennis ball in his left hand, took a deep year old from Scotland took to a different center-court, breath, and tossed it over head. His opponent, Serbian with a championship in sight. This court was not made of Novak Djokovic, waited on the other side of the net, grass, and it stood just a stones throw from the Pacific knowing that this could be the moment everyone had Ocean on the California Coast. The youngster took on a more experienced Rajeev Ram in the final, and defeated him in straight sets, winning a tournament that he had entered as a last-minute wildcard. The tournament was 2005 Comerica Bank Challenger champion, Andy Murray, Serve and Volleyer, Rajeev Ram had a good run to the Finals of won his 1st ATP Tour Title in Aptos. the 2005 Comerica Bank Challenger. Comerica Bank Challenger 2013 3 called the “Comerica Bank Challenger”. The venue was the hard-court of Seascape Sports Club. The shaggy haired 18 year old was named Andy Murray. And now, eight years after winning his first challenger event right here at Seascape, Murray is on top of the tennis world, forever to be remembered as a British sporting legend. “One thing I’ll never forget about Andy was his superstitious nature,” said Paul Kepler, the owner of Andy was unseeded and only 18 when he made his run in Aptos. Seascape Sports Club. “He and his coach, Mark Petchey, ate at the same restaurant every night. Clearly, the Rajeev Ram congratulates Andy Murray on his fantastic play during the superstition payed off.” 2005 Comerica Bank Challenger Finals Continued on page 6 Continued on page 6 4 Comerica Bank Challenger 2013 THE ANNUAL COMERICA BANK CHALLENGER THANKS ALL OF THE SPONSORS FOR THEIR CONTINUED SUPPORT. This year, a particularly exciting lineup of restaurants and caterers are providing food for the event — each one paired with superb wines from featured wineries. Wednesday, Aug. 7: Sid’s Smokehouse & Grill Sid’s is all about mouthwatering barbecue. When you visit the restaurant, try the pulled pork, brisket and fabulous steaks. And don’t miss Sid’s bread pudding for dessert. Myka Cellars Local winemaker M ica Raas makes beautifully balanced wines — all carefully handcrafted and impressive. Try his superb Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Petite Sirah. Thursday, Aug. 8: Zameen Mediterranean Cuisine Zameen’s Eastern M editerranean cuisine has exotic flavors and spices of the region. Enjoy the unique food Zameen creates in the informal setting of their restaurant — complete with M oroccan-style décor. Their falafel is delicious. Pelican Ranch Winery Pelican Ranch Winery has a lovely tasting room in Capitola. Owners Phil & Peggy Crews welcome you to try their delightful wines, including their fabulous Chardonnay, Pinot N oir and their famous Pinotage. Friday, Aug. 9: Seascape Foods Directly across the street Seascape Sports Club, this family-run market and deli is everybody’s go-to place after tennis or a workout. The deli offers everything from breakfast burritos to soups, salads, sandwiches and more — all ultra-fresh and delicious. Bargetto Winery Bargetto Winery is one of the oldest wineries in California — celebrating 80 years in business in 2013. Their tasting room is open daily, and it’s a beautiful spot to try Bargetto’s award-winning wines. Saturday, Aug. 10: Café Rio If it’s great seafood dishes you’re looking for, along with a lovely ocean view, then Café Rio fits the bill. Try their famous sand dabs, crab cakes, or grilled calamari steak. And don’t miss their oysters on the half-shell. Zayante Vineyards Located in a bucolic spot in the Santa Cruz M ountains, Zayante Vineyards grows premium grapes on their gorgeous estate. They make Chardonnay, M erlot, Zinfandel, Syrah and more — available at most local stores. Sunday, Aug. 11: The Haute Enchilada One of the most colorful eateries in the Bay Area, this M oss Landing restaurant boasts an eclectic menu of sustainable seafood and local organic produce. Whether you go for breakfast, lunch or dinner, the cuisine is superb — and the artwork displayed in the restaurant is stunning. Pat Paulsen Vineyards Many of you will remember the late comedian Pat Paulsen of the Smothers Brothers TV show. The famous winery he started is now being run by Pat’s son M onty Paulsen, who is also the winemaker.