YOUR DECEMBER NEWSLETTER

A very warm welcome to the latest edition of RLTSC News – your regular members’ round-up of all the latest tennis, squash and social news.

SQUASH UPDATE:

Women’s Squash Session Smashes Success – Join Us for the Next One on January 8!

Last Thursday, RLTSC served up the first fantastic Women’s Beginner and Improver Squash Session—this time with seven women hitting the courts, including four new players giving squash a go for the very first time.

Our brilliant coach, Jillian Lilico, British Masters Champion, once again brought her winning ways to the group. Jillian’s energy, clear coaching, and champion mindset had everyone improving their movement, sharpening their serves, and — most importantly — enjoying the game. Whether it was mastering basic technique or stepping up to more tactical rally play, every participant left buzzing.

The atmosphere was supportive, energetic, and fun — everything our women’s sessions are all about. If you’re thinking about picking up a new sport, returning after a break, or simply want to kick off your 2025 goals early, this is your moment.

Next Women’s Session: Wednesday 8 January

The perfect New Year kickstart — no experience needed!

Bring your trainers (obviously your non-marking shoes), bring your enthusiasm, and Jillian will bring the magic.

Spaces will go quickly—don’t miss out!

Book your session here:

https://rltsc.mycourts.co.uk/course_details.asp?courseID=1776

Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to level up, come join the growing community of women discovering just how fun and empowering squash can be at RLTSC.

See you on court!

Our Velocity Academy juniors continue to put in the hard work. Their commitment is showing, with a fantastic nine of our kids selected for the County squad. First game on December 13. Keep up the incredible effort!

Academy Training: Thursdays, 5pm-6pm.

Interested in joining? Please contact Lee directly.

Socials & Regular Sessions

It's fantastic to see the popularity of our group sessions! Social Squash: Our Monday Night Social Squash continues to be a huge success and is fully booked every week!

Racketball Sessions: Racketball is in high demand, and we have two options: Morning Racketball (Drills & Games): Tuesdays at 9:45 AM. Evening Racketball (All Levels Welcome): Tuesdays at 6:45 PM.

Events Round-up: Competition Results!

Thank you to everyone who supported our special monthly events and made them fully booked! Handicap could have a few more entries in the new year. Congratulations to the winners, starting with the handicap goes to Craig Rossiter (pictured above).

This month's intense inter-club team match was won by the Blue Team (below) - great performances all round there!

The Club Cup: Get Ready to Compete! Mark your calendars!

The Club Cup is new and will run similarly to our popular Club Championships, offering multiple categories for Squash and Racketball. This is your chance to compete for glory, trophies, and prizes!

Tournament Dates: December 15-December 19. Finals Night: Friday, December 19, followed immediately by our Christmas Party in the bar! We want the largest turnout ever for this event. Enter, come cheer, and let's celebrate a fantastic year of racquet sports together!

Please note that all entry monies raised from the Club Cup goes directly back to the club to help support our facilities and future events. Your participation makes a difference!

JUNIOR SQUASH

Herts Interclub Leagues Matchday 1 (November 16)

We had 22 juniors representing the club and there were wins for our U9 team away to Nuffield St Albans, as well as home victories for the U11s against Nuffield and Berkhamsted, the U13s defeating Berkhamsted and the U19 side beat Gosling. The next matches are on December 7.

Radlett Charity Graded Tournament (November 23rd)

A total of 57 players from 12 clubs (23 Radlett players) took part in the second charity graded of the season, helping to raise £220 for Cardiac Risk in the Young. Players were put in groups of 6 or 8, with knockout matches after the initial league games.

Congratulations to Radlett group winners Dan M and Jacob H and runners-up Edwin W, Luke H and Henry Y. As well as the matches, there was a prize-giving afterwards, with tea and a charity raffle.

The next tournament will be our Christmas Charity event on December 21, U12s 1pm-2.45pm and U19s+ parents 3pm-5.30pm.

The next delivery of junior club squash shirts is due any day. Anyone wishing to purchase one of the sky blue shirts should contact Sunday Organiser Julian Craxton on 07711 748557.

November-December-January Calendar

Saturday, November 29 - 2 groups, Advanced and Development county squads at Nuffield St Albans 12 noon and 2.30pm

Sunday, November 30 - normal Radlett Sunday session U12s 2.30pm-3.30pm, Seniors 3.30pm-5pm

Sunday, December 7 - normal Radlett Sunday session plus Herts Interclub Matchday 2

Saturday, December 13 - Herts County Advanced squad matchday at Nuffield St Albans 12.30pm

Sunday, December 14 - normal Radlett Sunday session

Sunday, December 21 - Radlett Charity Graded Tournament, no coaching on this day

Sunday, January 4, 2026 - Sunday squash resumes

TENNIS UPDATE:

MACCABIAH APPOINTMENT

Some exciting news … and we hope you join us in congratulating Danny Caro following his appointment as team manager of the Great Britain Masters Tennis squad at next summer’s Maccabiah Games in Israel.

Danny has been selected to represent his country at the Games for the fifth time. He will link up with co-manager Caroline Clapper to lead the Masters, and Danny will also be joined in the GB squad by his son, Jacob, who will compete in the Open Tennis tournament for the first time.

Held every four years, the Maccabiah Games unites Jewish athletes worldwide in a prestigious multi-sports arena. Nicknamed ‘the Jewish Olympics,’ the 2026 Games will feature in the region of 8,500 athletes from 80 nations competing in 30 sports. The event is also recognised as the second largest sports event globally, after the Olympic Games.

The Maccabiah celebrates Jewish unity, athletic excellence and a deep connection to Israel. Former players that have competed in the Tennis events include Angela Buxton, American Brad Gilbert, Chilean Davis Cup star Nicholas Massu, Julie Heldman, Allen Fox and Dick Savitt – the only Jewish player to have ever won the Men’s Singles title at Wimbledon.

The Maccabiah is open to Jewish athletes competing in Junior, Open and Masters’ categories.

Danny is now starting a recruitment push and welcomes any qualifying RLTSC members interested in joining the squad for what he describes as “the experience of a lifetime”.

The 2026 Maccabiah Games runs from June 28 to July 14, including an Opening Ceremony in Jerusalem in front of an estimated 40,000 spectators.

For further details, please email Danny at dannycaro@hotmail.co.uk.

Winter Tennis Team latest results:

Over 65s:

RLTSC Men beat Welwyn 3-1

RLTSC Men beat Elliswick 3-1

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Juniors:

Radlett 8U Mixed results Hertfordshire Youth & National League - Winter 2025

RLTSC 1 beat Harpenden LTC 1 24-8
RLTSC 1 beat Legends Tennis Centre 1 28-4
RLTSC 1 beat Berkhamsted Lawn Tennis & Squash Rackets Club 1 24-8

SOCIAL UPDATE

RADLETT CHRISTMAS PARTY - FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER, FROM 8 TILL LATE

This year we shall be having our regular Christmas party, but have changed the format to now have a Live Band, and some incredibly talented vocalists, to sing all your Christmas favourites and more, to entice you to the dancefloor!

It will be a truly fantastic evening, and the band have been busy rehearsing already one month to delight you.

Some buffet food will be supplied on the night, and the bar will be open.

The cost is just £10 per person - non-members and family members are also welcome, whilst tickets last.

To reserve your ticket, go to:

https://rltsc.mycourts.co.uk/course_details.asp?courseID=1789

RLTSC MERCH

We have recently updated our range of club merchandise and items including branded RLTSC gilets, waterproof jackets, beanie hats, sweatbands, sports bottles and holders are now available to purchase. More details are available at the online shop.

https://rltsc.team-togs.com/shop

We hope you’ve enjoyed this edition of RLTSC News and we look forward to bringing you further updates from within and around the Club in another round-up soon.

Wishing our members a Merry Christmas and Happy Chanukah. Enjoy your end-of-year celebrations!

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