David Graham

The 2024 Kiama Tennis Club Seniors Tennis Tournament, held at the end of November, was a resounding success, attracting over 125 players from across the state and South Coast. Tournament organiser David Lehman was pleased with both the number of entries and the strong support from local players.

Three local pairs were victorious in their respective doubles events: Rod Clarkin and David O’Keefe won the Open Group C Doubles, Steve Marshall and Chris Geraghty triumphed in Group B, while Joe Moseley and Dane Mottley claimed first place in Group A. 

Ralph Szulerowski, alongside fellow Kiama Tennis Club member James Brown, won the Group E doubles event.

In the Open Ladies Doubles, local player Kathy Wallace, partnering with L. Griffiths, took out the Group D event.

Ken Cliff from Kiama also had a standout performance, finishing as runner-up in two doubles events. He competed alongside James Brown in the Group C Combined Men’s Doubles and teamed up with S. Watty in the Combined Mixed Doubles.

Tracey Coleman also featured in two doubles finals. She was a runner-up in the Combined Ladies Doubles with C. Stiller and narrowly lost in the Combined Mixed Doubles (Group C) alongside her husband, Mark.

With the impressive performances and strong community spirit displayed throughout the tournament, the 2024 Kiama Tennis Club Seniors event was a highlight of the 2024 season and a testament to the talent and camaraderie of local players.