Lakeville platform tennis tourney results

SALISBURY — The Lakeville Platform Tennis Committee held its second annual tournament Saturday, Jan. 31. The draw of 16 teams played matches on the courts at the Town Grove as well as the courts at the Hotchkiss and Salisbury schools.

It was cold and sunny, perfect platform tennis weather. Competition was friendly and well-played.

Finalists in the main draw were Jane Keiter and Jordan Kern against Kathy Kulig and Diane Mayland. Keiter and Kern were victorious in a well-fought, hugely entertaining match.

Barbara Schoenly and Harry Rubicam won the consolation round against Nadine Keller and Joanne Taber.

The reprieve round final featured the team of Belinda Morrow-Colin Griggs against Tory Jadow and Emilie Pryor with Morrow and Griggs victorious.

The last chance match-up was valiantly played by Pam Kelley and Anthy Hell-mers against Judy Swanson and Bill Cavell. Kelley and Hellmers won.

The event included lunch provided by Freund Farm Catering and prizes.

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