THE BASIN

This Blog is dedicated to all of the people past and present who are or have been a part of the unique Winnekenni Basin Tennis scene in Haverhill Massachusetts for nigh on twenty odd years.The cast of characters and players is as long, diverse and ever changing as life itself. They belong to all walks of life and professions and have ranged in ages from five to seventy years old, both male and female. This site is not just about tennis, but rather the fascinating interaction of people and events that transpire when any group of people gather together to share in a common experience.

Zeke (4/2008)

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Toad & Zeke

Sunday, July 19, 2009

The Return Of The King

The muse strikes once again... Some solid tennis weather on Sunday provided an excellent turnout at the Basin. Two courts of good doubles action from the early morning into late afternoon.
Arnie & Loi vs. Toad & Ken (6-0, 6-2)

The King of Kenzoa has fallen once again!
I will give the Toadman one thing here... He did get his grass cut before getting mowed down by by the booming ground strokes and rifling volleys of Arnie of Cedardale's A team. Master Loi's solid consistency was a definite plus and too much for Toad & Ken. Todd came in cold and left even colder... Hard to believe he made it to the Haverhill City Open Doubles Finals once again this year. Although they have not played or set a date to crown the 2009 city champs yet. Will it be Ray Reed & Randall Seabrook or Todd Proia & Dave M. ?
Arnie & Zeke vs. Loi & Christen (6-4,6-3)
Some hard ground strokes and long service games were the highlight of this match but in the end Arnie and Zeke prevailed. Chris was a bit off in his down the line passing shots and Arnie's quick handed volleys led the way to the winners circle.
In other action Walt "The Mailman" delivered some victories for his cause and Little Joe might have broke .500 today. Victor, Hotdog Harry, Marin and George were all in attendance.