2007 Nationals DVD will begin shipping Saturday June 16th. There are 2 2007 DVD's available in the proshop,
Men's National Final: Flip Goodspeed/Scott Mansager vs. Mike Cochrane/Scott Estes
Women's National Final: Lauren Zink/Cindy Prendergast vs. Susie Keane/Mary Doten.

Las Vegas, NV
Part of Tennispalooza, A Tennis Channel Open event. Imagine…Platform Tennis broadcasted live during an international ATP Tour tennis event with top ranked players! This means big names (in the class of James Blake and the Bryan brothers), high attendance and hundreds of thousands of people watching Platform Tennis on cable! read more

Summit, NJ
The APTA Board of Directors has selected George Douaire of Chicago to serve as its new Executive Director following the resignation of Marjorie Hodson. George will begin on May 21st and can be reached at aptahq@platformtennis.org

Westchester, NY
At this year’s National’s held at The New York Athletic Club Reilly Green Mountain installed three temporary courts so that the club could have eight courts at the site.  Reilly Green Mountain took this opportunity to introduce Reilly Royal Blue™.  full story and photos

Rochester, NY
Working in the family quarry business, Fritz Odenbach and his brothers were used to getting their hands dirty. But when the work was done, it was time to play. In the late 1970s, their dad, John M. Odenbach, a playful soul, got the ball rolling on construction of what would become Shadow Lake Golf and Racquet Club in Penfield, one the area's premier public facilities. It was there that the Odenbach clan worked hard and played harder.  full story

This site is an editorial by former APTA president Chuck Vasoll. The April 2007 issue (Volume 4 Issue 8 ) is online. view the table of contents. note: Charles Vasoll warns this may be the last issue - please contact info@platformtennisnews.com and encourage him to continue.

Rochester, NY
Played on specially designed elevated courts that are surrounded by chicken wire and heated from underneath to melt the snow and ice, platform tennis is the only racquet sport that can be played outside in the winter.... The game offers 14 skill levels: elite to can’t-chew-gum-and-swing-a-paddle-at-the-same-time. full story

Pelham, NY
Photos from he week of 2007 Nationals and Presidents Cup have been published.
Photos from 2007 Nationals
Photos from 2007 Presidents Cup

Scarsdale, NY
The sun was shining on the aging bones of the players in the inaugural Big Daddy Cup, the year-end event of the 95+ Qualifying and Regional Ranking Tour events held in many regions.  The Big Daddy Cup, to be awarded to the winning Region, was proudly displayed at Fox Meadow, the site of the event.  Regions 1, 2, 3, 4 and 7 sent teams to compete. full story

Ocean Pines, MD
Joe Russo, representing the Paddle Committee in Ocean Pines Maryland, has won the second annual BulletWorks Publicity Contest. Now Joe and his fellow board members have the choice of receiving $1,000 cash or a $3,000 credit to put towards facility maintenance.. full story

Westchester, NY
Mary Doten and Susie Kean win Womens 2007 nationals. Men complete play Sunday 3-24.

Semi Finals		FINALS		2007 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS
Prendergast - Zink		Prendergast - Zink		Mary Doten - Susie Keane
Cottingham - Sheldon
Doten - Keane		Doten - Keane
Prop - Schneebeck

Westchester, NY
Women completed day one and semi fainls begin @ 10:30am. Men are set to start today.

Semi Finals Saturday 10:30 / NYAC		FINALS Saturday 2:00 /NYAC		2007 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS
Prendergast - Zink
Cottingham - Sheldon
Doten - Keane
Prop - Schneebeck

Westchester, NY
Region 2 took home the Mens Presidents Cup. Region president Bill Anderson sent in his team of hit men into Fox Meadow and shocked the defending and home town Region 1 and continued to upset power house regions 3,4 and 5 for the first time in the history of the Presidents Cup the Trophy will will be brought up to New England. team members enjoyed drinking from the cup following the victory. stay tuned for photos.

Westchester, NY
60 women from all regions of the country competed in a day long event called the Presidents Cup. Region 4 made up of players from Rochester, Pittsburgh and Cincinatti were victorious, with Region 3 coming in 2nd and Regions 1 and 5 tied for third. For the first time Region 7 competed combining with region 6 for field a squad consisting of players from Southern and Western United States.

Westchester, NY
2007 APTA Nationals Begins this week.

	Nationals Home		Men's Draw		Women's Draw		Schedule of Events		Directions
Player Handbook - copies will be available at the NYAC at check in download pdf (5MB)

Scarsdale NY
In a moving and entertaining ceremony, three men were inducted into the APTA Hall of Fame at the Fox Meadow Tennis Club.  At the conclusion of Saturday play during the Senior Men’s Championships Herb FitzGibbon, John Mangan and Doug Russell received the highest honor in platform tennis. HOF Committee Chair and Master of Ceremonies Bob Brown began with a brief history of the Hall of Fame and then proceeded to introduce each of the presenters and inductees.  Steve Baird presented Doug Russell, Bob Kingsbury presented John Mangan and Hank Irvine presented Herb FitzGibbon.  As each one reminisced he seemed to outdo those who came before with amusing anecdotes.

Scarsdale NY
Down 6-0, 5-2 Scott Estes and Dan Galves saved a match point and rallied to win two tiebreakers to claim the Men’s 60+ crown over Hank Irvine and Doug Russell.  It was a repeat of last year’s final pairing in which Irvine-Russell were victorious.

The Men’s 70+ finals pits top seed and defending champions Bill Childs and Rich Lombard against Bob Brown and Howard Sipe.  Brown and Sipe defeated the second seeds, Herb Bascome and Blair Leroy in the semifinals.

The Men’s 50+ final, to be played Sunday, will see top seeds and defending champs Peter Redpath and John Stefanik face second seeded Steve Baird and Bob Kleinert. 

Winnetka, IL
Mixed Nationals is 1 week away with limited space left in the draws. Sign up now and dont miss out on this great national event.

Mixed National’s March 2-4 at Winnetka Public park and North Shore Country Club.
• Friday March 2nd Husband-Wife Mixed National
• Friday March 2nd Husband-Wife 50+ Mixed National
• Sat/Sun March 3rd-4th Mixed Nationals
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Philadelphia PA
The largest money platform tennis tournament will take place in Philadelphia February 24th and 25th. Sponsored by Marvin and Palmer Associates the APTA Philadelphia Open will be offering $20,000 to the men and women who finish in the top ten of their respective events. The Women's Open Draw featuring 36 teams and the Mens Open Draw, fielding 58 teams, are set to begin Saturday 2-24.

Pine Bluff, WI
By Gena Kittner
Add a new sport to Dane County's winter recreational roster. Clad in hats, mittens, vests and plenty of polar fleece, members of the Madison Platform Tennis Club can often be found lobbing and volleying on a court behind the Red Mouse Club in the unincorporated community of Pine Bluff near the town of Cross Plains. Full Story printed from 02-21-07 Wisconsin State Journal

Nyack, NY
By Jane McManus
Three outdoor heat lamps as large as tiki torches were the only concession to the weather. With the Hudson River visible through skeletal trees, platform tennis players gathered at the Nyack Field Club to drink red wine on a Saturday afternoon and watch an exhibition match. Full Story printed from 02-21-07 Journal News

Essex, CT
Jerry Albrikes and Paul Truncali recorded two upsets en route to capturing the title in the Essex Men's 95+ Tournament on Saturday. They defeated the second seeded team of Steven Heath and Marc Porter 6-0, 7-6 (7-2) in the finals. Earlier, they had dispatched the top seeded team of Dan McCormick and Rich Morell in the semi finals 6-2, 6-3. Full Story

Indianapolis, IN
The 32nd annual Indianapolis Platform Tennis Championship was completed in spectacular fashion despite 6 inches of snow! Hats off to first time Chicago champions  Scott Bondurant and Mark Johnson defeating the up and coming team from Columbus  Denny English and Brian Heil 6-3,7-6 in the Final. Heil & English displayed a sensational Semi winning 7-6 in the 3rd set against Tony Jagodzinski and Doug Jones. Bondurant and Johnson did not lose a set in the Open Tournament, yet Scott and his brother Chip went down in straight sets to Mike Sullivan and Steve Webster in Friday's 95s Final. Open Draw Results,

Lehigh, PA
Drew Broderick and Mark ruppert survived three consecutive three set matches to defeat Mike Cochrane and Blake Cordish 7-5 in the third and win the 2007 Lehigh Valley Classic. Cochrane and Cordish cruised to the final without losing a set, came back in the second set tiebreak after being down a match point. larry Hyde and Simon Peppiatt won the quarter consy, Ed Gartner and Scott Elfant the 16's and local father and son team Bert and Brendan Harries won the consolation reprieve. view full draw

The platform game takes the chill off.
Re printed from Isthmus - The Daily Page
“The reaction time can be brutal,” says Eileen Goode. She and her husband, Tim, are explaining the appeal of platform tennis — a wintry outdoor variation on the traditional game — as they serve and volley on the court they’ve built at the intersection of Mineral Point Road and County P in Pine Bluff. view full article.

This site is an editorial by former APTA president Chuck Vasoll. The February 2007 issue (Volume 4 Issue 6 ) is online. view the table of contents.

Rye, NY
by Ken Knowles - The Rye Record
Gearing up for the platform tennis season, Bob Considine and Mike Cochrane of Viking Academy gave a three-hour platform tennis clinic at Manursing Island Club last week. Paddle tennis, as it is colloquially called, has enjoyed a recent surge in popularity. Westchester paddle tennis will be at an all time high with over 50 teams playing in multiple leagues throughout the county,. Full article

Summit, NJ
“Glorious” Gloria Dillenbeck Dodd was the first Executive Director of the APTA.  On February 8, at Canoe Brook Country Club, she became the 65th member of the APTA Hall of Fame.  Hall of Fame Chairman Bob Brown and Hall of Famer Patty Hogan were on hand for the induction ceremony.  In her acceptance speech Gloria stressed that in platform tennis being a good player is not as important as competing well and giving back to the game. Photo

Summit, NJ
The Women’s 40+ and 60+ Nationals were a case of “same old, same old”, as last season’s gold medalists retained their crowns in each age group.  A very strong “full 32” field competed for the 40+ title.  Andrea Noyes and Sheri Shea came out on top with a 6-3, 6-3 victory over Cynthia Dardis and Amy Shay.  For the first time in five years Helen Garrett and Sandy Simmers did not have to face Winnie Hatch and Sharon Hummers in the final round of the Women’s 60+ Championship.  Mary Fenton and Mary Sturgis teamed up this year to win the silver medal. Photos and Full Draw Results

Winnetka, IL
After a great Nationals last year, Chicago is going to host another national tournament the Married Mixed and Mixed National’s March 2-4 at Winnetka Public park and North Shore Country Club. This Mixed up nationals will hopefully be the biggest one ever.
~Matt Garavaglia - Tournament Chair

• Friday March 2nd Husband-Wife Mixed National
• Friday March 2nd Husband-Wife 50+ Mixed National
• Sat/Sun March 3rd-4th Mixed Nationals
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Short Hills, NJ
The frigid temperature was as much a topic of conversation as the play at the 56th Annual Short Hills Invitational. Lauren Zink and Cindy Prendergast returned to action and captured the crown with an entertaining three set victory over Sally Cottingham and Chris Sheldon. In the Men’s Ranking event, the top 2 teams met for the crown, with David Caldwell and Blake Cordish defeating Dan Rothschild and John Schmitt. 6 champions were crowned over the three days, click here for full story, results and photos.

Lehigh, PA
The Lehigh Valley Classic is popular one day Tournament, with a convenient location to both New York and Philadelphia. Site of many  Region I teams vs. Region III  teams great early round matches. Expecting a smaller draw this year, good tune up for Philly or pick up some last minute points before Nationals.

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Westchester, NY
Westchester begins its final preparation for the 2007 APTA Nationals. The Rye Town Hilton is the official hotel and is holding rooms at a special rate through February 19th, so please plan your trips soon. This is an event you do not want to miss. All information about 2007 Nationals can be found at www.paddlepro.com/nationals

On behalf of the 2007 APTA National Championship committee I would like to extend a warm welcome to all players, volunteers and spectators during the week of this years' National Championship.   We are all proud to be involved with this championship and look forward to being your host for the week. ~ Bill Taubner Chairman

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Short Hills , NJ
The Short Hills Invitational Tournament added a Men’s 95+ event this year, and all involved consider it a success.  Five of the 16 teams were father-son combos – Browne, Cochrane, Crosta, Estes and Ruppert – who are now promoting the idea of a Father-Son tournament.  The snow and sleet that was predicted for Friday morning did not arrive until late afternoon, allowing most matches to be played under ideal circumstances.  Most of the crowd stayed on the porch for the final, however, as the weather turned very wet and cold.  Andy Sorrentino and John Stefanik defeated both seeded teams – Scott and Scott Estes in the semifinals and Gary and Mike Cochrane in the finals – to take home the crown.  photos and results

Chapel Hill, NC
By Randy B. Young , ChapelHillNews.com
CHAPEL HILL -- "Platform tennis makes its public debut in Chapel Hill. At the Chapel Hill Tennis Club, there are platforms aplenty sure to please all voters, particularly the fit-minded and physical. The venerable club officially introduced members and non-members alike to the sport of platform tennis, a.k.a. "paddle tennis," at an open house last Saturday.." full story from chapelhillnews.com

Indianapolis, IN
In its 37th year the Indianapolis Platform Tennis Championships has joined with paddlepro to host this tradition online. This region 5 Tournament has Men's Open (R&PCQ) Women's Open (R&PCQ) and aMens 95+ combined draws. tournament date is February 16-18 Visit Indianapolis paddle web site for details and updates.

Apply online entries are due by February 12th

Summit, NJ
The 2007 APTA Junior Nationals fielded with a record 244 participants this year. Sponsorship by Marsh, Viking Athletics, the New Jersey Men’s Platform Tennis Association, the New Jersey Women’s Platform Tennis League and Bulletworks, a volunteer force led by Patty Hogan made everything possible. 2007 Jr National champions: Girls 10 & Under: Kendall Smith/Paige Moriarty, Boys 10 & Under:Jake Colville/Stephen Zabrowski, Girls 12 & Under: Phoebe Wilks/Ariana Ross, Boys 12 & Under: Tyler Kratky/CJ Purse, Girls 14 & Under: Margaret Souther/Rachel Whitney, Boys 14 & Under: Nick Newhouse/Jason Ottomano, Girls 18 & Under, Christie Pollin/Stephanie Brown, Boys 18 & Under: Chris Kelley/Hallet Nichol. details and pictures of all finalists.

Cincinnati, OH
The 2007 edition of The Midwesterns again featured a strong draw and great parties over the entire weekend.  The level of play was extremely high despite constant rain for 3 days. In the Women’s Open, the seedings played out as top seed Heather Prop and Lynne Schneebeck defeated #2 seed Courtenay Kotas and Chris Underwood 6-1, 6-3 in the final.  In the Men’s Open, the unseeded Chicago team of Marty Engel and Wade Martin had a breakout performance defeating Dan Mott/Todd Ward and Brett Engelsberg/Brad Kelly before falling to David Caldwell and Blake Cordish in the semi’s.  In the other semi-final, top seeded Flip Goodspeed and Scott Mansager met #3 seed Mike Cochrane and Scott Estes in a rematch of the semi’s from the Chicago Charities earlier this year.  Goodspeed/Mansager avenged their loss at the Charities with a hard fought 2-6, 6-2, 6-3 victory. full story, photos and draws

Summit, NJ
2007 APTA Junior Nationals applications are now closed! All Teams are to report to the Beacon Hill Club by 12noon Saturday 1-27. Over 240 participants will make 2007 the largest Jr Nationals ever. There are 8 different categories for Boys and Girls starting at 10 years and under up through 18 years. This is truly one of the greatest events in Platform Tennis. Thanks to sponsorship by Viking Athletics, MARSH, the New Jersey Men's Platform Tennis Association and the New Jersey Women's Platform Tennis League, early entry is only $40/team.

Summit, NJ
The 2007 APTA Junior Nationals is only 1 week away! There are 8 different categories for Boys and Girls starting at 10 years and under up through 18 years. This is truly one of the greatest events in Platform Tennis and all are encouraged to participate. Thanks to sponsorship by Viking Athletics, MARSH, the New Jersey Men's Platform Tennis Association and the New Jersey Women's Platform Tennis League, early entry (before noon on Tuesday, January 23rd) is only $40/team. Entry cost is $50/team after that time and entries are closed on Thursday 1-25 at 5:00 PM.
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Essex Fells, NJ
The Atlantic Classic held Jan 20-21st was played in some of the coldest weather yet this season. The Men’s Open Draw was won for the second year in a row by Mike Cochrane and Mike Stulac. The inagural Women's Draw of the Atlantic Classic was won by yet unbeaten team of Kerri Delmonico and Aila Main. full results

Brookside, NJ
Once again, the New Jersey platform tennis community came together for a cause.  The 3rd Annual Brookside Invitational was a resounding success.  Built around a fun day of paddle and lots of food and beverage, the event raised more than $19,000 for charity.  These funds will be divided between the Bergen County Special Olympics Program and the Miracle on the Mountain.  The Miracle on the Mountain is an Elks owned/run facility where children with severe physical/mental disabilities are given the opportunity to spend a week or two at camp. The New Jersey Elks covers 100% of the cost for each camper, including any special support personnel required.   full story

Scardsale NY
The first National Champions of the season were crowned at Fox Meadow Tennis Club, the first club to have platform tennis courts.  They came from California and Georgia, from Vermont and Pennsylvania, from Albany and Long Island and Westchester, NY, from Connecticut and Massachusetts and New Jersey.  Only Region 5 was not represented at the Women’s 50+ and 70+ National Championships!. full results

Chapel Hill, NC
By William Elliott Warnock, Sports Editor ChapelHillNews.com
CHAPEL HILL -- Easy to play but difficult to master, platform tennis long has been treated by most players much the same way golfers think of hickory shafts and wooden putters. Beautiful, even elegant, but probably not something they would try. Give it a chance, say platform enthusiasts. "I love this sport," says Lauren Herman, assistant director of tennis at the Chapel Hill tennis Club. "It is addicting, fast paced and fun, yet pretty easy to learn. I will now look forward to cold days to get out on the paddle courts when outdoor tennis is not an option." full story from chapelhillnews.com

Sleepy Hollow, NY
The top 2 two seeds in both national championships, played the finals; as top seeded Ken Persson (NJ) & Connie Jones (CT) bested Ivan Harlow (NJ) & Rayni Borinsky (NJ) in the 50s, 6-4, 6-2. AND, second seeded Scott Estes (NJ) & Lousie Cash (NJ) prevailed against top seeds Bill Childs (VT) & Helen Garrett (Wash-DC) in the 60s, 7-5, 6-4. full story

Brookline, MA
Like the women in New England, the paddle was hot, wet and wild at the Boston Open on January 6, 2007 ! With record temperatures reaching 70 degrees, The Country Club  (Brookline) gave players and spectators their money’s worth. This year proved to be the strongest field in the past 3 years with 28 teams battling for the crown. The National Finalists – David Caldwell and Blake Cordish were tough enough to become this year’s Boston Open Champions. " results and full story

Garden City, NY
On Saturday, December 16, 2006, the Long Island Platform Tennis Association ("LIPTA") hosted its 4th Annual Viking Junior Tour tournament at the Garden City Country Club, the Cherry Valley Club and the Garden City Community Park.  With Christmas only a week away, the children received a surprise early morning visit from that jolly old Nordic man with rosy cheeks and a little round belly .." photo, results and full story

Winnetka IL
On December 9th the Viking junior Tour blew into the windy city.  With 48 kids showing there new found love for the game, this 2nd ever junior tournament was a great success.  With 4 different age groups the round robin format was provided some great matches and excellent sportsmanship.  With the finals being 2 out of 3 sets, the fans and parents got there moneys worth as each of the matches had at least a tie-breaker and were down to the wire.  I would to thank the parents of the kids who were so supportive in watching and coaching, the Winnetka Park District, North Shore Country Club, and of course Viking for all they did to make the tournament the success it was.." photos and results

Philadelphia PA
The largest money platform tennis tournament will take place in Philadelphia February 24th and 25th. Sponsored by Marvin and Palmer Associates the APTA Philadelphia Open will be offering $20,000 to the men and women who finish in the top ten of their respective events. Dave Marvin, founder of Marvin and Palmer Associates says his goal is to 'help grow the game, along with trying to bring the best players to the Philly area for the locals to see platform tennis at its best." view breakdown of prize money and more details.

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Larchmont NY
Teams came from all corners of NY State for the 2nd annual NY State Mixed Championship. Upstate teams of Fritz Odenbach / Sandra Odenbach (Rochester) defeated Charlotte Gilet / Chuck Poe (Albany) in one semi while Westchester teams of Michelle and Russ Jellineck defeated Judy and Howard Arden in the other semi. Team O2 continued winning in the finals and took the trophy back to Rochester. view full results

Current National Rankings
Mens Rankings Updated January 1, 2007
Womens Rankings Updated December 6, 2006

2007 Atlantic Classic
Following on last year’s success, the Atlantic Classic Men’s NRT and PCQ has expanded to include a Women’s tournament NRT and PCQ (formerly the Sound Shore Women’s). Both tournaments will be played Saturday and Sunday, January 20th and 21st. New this year - Director Drew Broderick is organizing a Saturday night cocktail party with DJ for all players.

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Westchester, NY
Westchester County area clubs are pleased to host the Second Annual New York State Mixed Platform Tennis Championship. Teams of all skill levels are welcome and encouraged to participate.

Last Day For Sign ups Thursday January 3
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Greenwich, CT
Connecticut will be hosting its 17th Annual Mixed Doubles State Championships. In addition to an Open State draw CT State will host its Second Senior Event as well.   All Main Draw and Senior Draw entrants must either live in Connecticut or have a Connecticut Club affiliation.

Last Day For Sign ups Thursday January 3
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Glen Ellyn, IL
Two new platform tennis courts are ready for some action at Maryknoll Park in Glen Ellyn, one of the first suburbs to offer the sport. “I think that we’re trying to reach to people that just don’t enjoy volleyball, basketball or softball, and this is a good way to continue your tennis outdoors in the winter,” said Mary Defiglia, the Glen Ellyn Park District’s assistant superintendent of recreation. full story reprinted from beepcentral.com

Sleepy Hollow, NY
After 25 years, the Mixed Championships is returning to Sleepy Hollow - and only fittingly its the Seniors Mixed Masters. Come and enjoy the hospitality of a "one of a kind" clubhouse, spirited play at all levels. We have the best consolations and reprieves in the game and you'll find your level of play not to mention camaraderie. Sign up now for a "day to remember
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Grosse Pointe, MI
Come for the competition - come for the fun! Start the New Year off right - at the Detroit Invitational Tournament on January 6th & 7th. Camaraderie and Chili and Spirits are guaranteed to keep you warm at this Grosse Pointe area event featuring both Womens and Mens National Ranking and Region 5 PCQ events. Draw sizes are limited to 24 for the Women and 32 for the Men. 
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