Zambesi Tennis Club

Thank you to all the players who brought eats yesterday. They were definitely "vinger lek lekker" as shown by Eben and Deon G in the pic.

ZAMBESI TENNIS CLUB IS TOPS! 🎾🏆

Another proud moment for Zambesi Tennis Club as all four of our league teams won their first-round matches yesterday! What a fantastic achievement and a great start to the season.

The day was made even more special as our club and players proudly showcased our brand-new, stylish Zambesi Tennis Club shirts for the very first time. They looked fantastic on and off the court!

Congratulations to all our members, players, and the Committee for making this historic initiative a reality. Your dedication and commitment continue to take our club from strength to strength.

The league arrangements were, as always, top class. A special thank you to Cerita, who once again did an outstanding job. We also extend our appreciation to all our players and opponents for the friendly yet competitive spirit in which the matches were played.

Well done, Team Zambesi – the future is looking bright! 💙🎾

We are so privileged to be members of Zambesi Tennis Club: Well organized management, lovely facilities and loads of activities such as having a fun day celebrating Wimbledon Tennis with our friends.

Feedback from members:

Victor Netshiavha: "Ek wil graag sê dat ek baie trots is om 'n lid van hierdie klub te wees, my tennis het geweldig verbeter vandat ek by hierdie klub aangesluit het. Dit is 'n sport wat baie van my soort nie kan bemeester nie as gevolg van historiese agterstande. Ek geniet dit regtig om 'n Zambezi-klublid te wees."

Gustave Schoombee: "Man ek moet self sê vandat ek aangeluit het Jan 2026 is dit n voorreg om elke Woensdag en Satertag weer lekker tennis te kan speel , nie altyd goed nie maak bly lekker , En om my alles te gee vir die liga spanne wat n voorreg , met genade en guns van God sal ek nog hopenlik vir n paar jare lekker kan speel , dankie Willem en Jaco en elke lid , Zambezi Tennis Klub is lekker!"

Baie dankie vir die kommentaar. Ons waardeer julle baie.

WENNERS… WENNERS… WENNERS… SAL ONS WEES! 🎾

Zambesi Tennis Club was buzzing with energy on Saturday, 21 March 2026 — a day packed with action, camaraderie, and top-class tennis.

Preparations kicked off early, with our dedicated team getting everything ready from 12:00. Retha Bruwer and her “team of elves” were everywhere — like a well-oiled machine in full swing. Tables were beautifully set, chairs arranged on the veranda, courts cleaned to perfection, and the scoreboards (kindly donated by Nico Ras) proudly put in place. Days like these don’t just happen — they are built by people who care. A sincere thank you to Retha and everyone behind the scenes who make it all possible.

At 13:00, the finals began, and what a spectacle it was! We were treated to high-quality, competitive tennis that kept everyone entertained.

The AGM followed and, in true Zambesi style, was efficient and well-run. The existing management team was re-elected — well deserved! Having all documents shared beforehand certainly keeps things sharp and to the point.

Then came the moment everyone was waiting for… the lucky draw for the Seasons Resort luxury weekend getaway — generously sponsored by Jaco and Retha Bruwer. Your continued support does not go unnoticed. And the lucky winner? Theunis JV Rensburg! A worthy winner indeed… although we’re still debating whether Annemarie should stay home so we can turn it into a proper guys’ weekend!

Then it was time to honour our champions:

🏆 Champions & Winners

Men’s Singles Champ: Rudi “The Giant” Matthee
Ladies Singles Champ: “The Tracy-nator” Ras
Seniors Men’s Champ: Jacques “Needs a Handicap” Pietersen
Seniors Ladies Champ: The Fantastiese Linda Ploos van Amstel (with a surname like that — how can you lose!)

🏆 Plate Winners

Men’s Singles Plate: Zjak “The Quiet One” Delport
Ladies Singles Plate: Larisa “Dependable” Venter

🏆 Doubles Champions

Men’s Doubles: Rudi & Eben Gericke (CF se “stukkie”)
Ladies Doubles: Elsje “I’m Back” Opperman & Tracy
Mixed Doubles: Rudi & Janie “Hard Hitting” Dreyer

🏆 Senior Divisions

Senior Mixed Doubles: Theuns “Evening” & Linda
Senior Men’s Doubles: Theuns & Jacques

🏆 Plate Winners (Doubles)

Ladies Doubles Plate: Marizaan “Best Progress” v/d Berg & Larisa
Mixed Doubles Plate: Miranda “Secretary” Nel & Jacques

🏆 Special Awards

Social Trophy: Zjak
Best Progress: Marizaan

The day ended on a high note with delicious, freshly made hamburgers, followed by Retha’s famous pineapple and apple tarts served with ice cream — a perfect finish. Members relaxed on the stoep, enjoying good food, great company, and the spirit that makes this club so special.

A big thank you to Cerita for her outstanding organisation of the Championships — you truly are an efficient superstar! And to our coaches, Danie and team, for the excellent work you continue to do.

Finally, to every committee member — your effort does not go unnoticed. This club thrives because of you.

Zambesi Tennis Club — where champions are made and memories are built. 🎾🔥
PS: We could not keep the Chairman out of the photos - believe me, we tried!

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