Sunday, February 29, 2004
Camaraderie Follows the Day of Competition
Sunday, February 22, 2004
Hinsdale Tournament
February 27-29, 2004
The (formerly men's) tournament draw expanded this year from 20 to 64 players under the ingenious design of Kevin McClear and Charlie Usher, tournament chairman. The women's draw expanded to 24 players.
Draw (A): Hinsdale Tournament 2004 A Draw
Draw (B): Hinsdale Tournament 2004 B Draw
February 27-29, 2004
The (formerly men's) tournament draw expanded this year from 20 to 64 players under the ingenious design of Kevin McClear and Charlie Usher, tournament chairman. The women's draw expanded to 24 players.
Draw (A): Hinsdale Tournament 2004 A Draw
Draw (B): Hinsdale Tournament 2004 B Draw
Monday, February 16, 2004
Thursday, February 12, 2004
566 Petitions & Letters in Support of Hinsdale Paddle
Platform Tennis Petition Results -- February 2004 Update
Platform Tennis Petition Results -- February 2004 Update
Pledge $upport for the KLM Paddle Facility
After years of discussion, the Hinsdale Parks Commission has budgeted money for the construction of four platform tennis courts and a warming hut in the southeast corner of Katherine Legge Memorial Park. The two existing courts at Burns Field will remain there. The new facility at KLM will not only provide much needed court time to current players, but also an opportunity for continued growth of our sport.
A Task Force has been established by the Parks Commission to implement this project. Local architects Vince Caprio and Jim Prisby are designing the new facility. In order to provide great views of all four courts, the 750 square foot warming hut will be raised two feet above the court deck and include a series of large windows.
For the new facility to be ready for next season, two things must happen right away:
1. By the end of February, we need to demonstrate the support of our community and secure pledges to supplement funding that the Village of Hinsdale has allocated for the project.
2. By the middle of April, the Parks Commission and Village Board need to approve a comprehensive plan for the new facility and authorize the Task Force to proceed with contractors.
The Task Force has refined cost estimates for the project and the ongoing expenses of operating the expanded facilities. The Task Force will recommend revisions the fee structure in order to offset the increased costs of operating two facilities.
Although the Village of Hinsdale has been generous in funding $347,000 for this project, this funding is not enough to build a warming hut ideal for viewing paddle. Donations from players will be necessary for the project to proceed. We hope that you are excited to see this effort under way and that you will support these efforts to create this fabulous new facility by making a pledge.
Invoices will be sent by June 1. Donations will be due by June 30 and are tax deductible. The tax exempt number for the Village of Hinsdale is #E9997-4436-04.
Pledge Form
After years of discussion, the Hinsdale Parks Commission has budgeted money for the construction of four platform tennis courts and a warming hut in the southeast corner of Katherine Legge Memorial Park. The two existing courts at Burns Field will remain there. The new facility at KLM will not only provide much needed court time to current players, but also an opportunity for continued growth of our sport.
A Task Force has been established by the Parks Commission to implement this project. Local architects Vince Caprio and Jim Prisby are designing the new facility. In order to provide great views of all four courts, the 750 square foot warming hut will be raised two feet above the court deck and include a series of large windows.
For the new facility to be ready for next season, two things must happen right away:
1. By the end of February, we need to demonstrate the support of our community and secure pledges to supplement funding that the Village of Hinsdale has allocated for the project.
2. By the middle of April, the Parks Commission and Village Board need to approve a comprehensive plan for the new facility and authorize the Task Force to proceed with contractors.
The Task Force has refined cost estimates for the project and the ongoing expenses of operating the expanded facilities. The Task Force will recommend revisions the fee structure in order to offset the increased costs of operating two facilities.
Although the Village of Hinsdale has been generous in funding $347,000 for this project, this funding is not enough to build a warming hut ideal for viewing paddle. Donations from players will be necessary for the project to proceed. We hope that you are excited to see this effort under way and that you will support these efforts to create this fabulous new facility by making a pledge.
Invoices will be sent by June 1. Donations will be due by June 30 and are tax deductible. The tax exempt number for the Village of Hinsdale is #E9997-4436-04.
Pledge Form
Sunday, February 08, 2004
Elevations for the KLM Warming Hut
Floor Plan for the KLM Warming Hut
Here are some sneak previews of the warming hut, courtesy of Caprio-Prisby Architectural Design.
Version 2:
Version 1:
Floor Plan for the KLM Warming Hut
Here are some sneak previews of the warming hut, courtesy of Caprio-Prisby Architectural Design.
Version 2:
Version 1:
Pre-Owned Reilly Court will be Donated to KLM Paddle Facility
We have found a gently used paddle court nearby in Wisconsin. With a bit of rehab, we expect to make this court as good as a new one.
We have found a gently used paddle court nearby in Wisconsin. With a bit of rehab, we expect to make this court as good as a new one.
Saturday, February 07, 2004
Three Upcoming Tournaments
The A Draw if full at 16 teams, but there are still a few openings available in the B Draw. Teams qualify for the B Draw with a combined series rating of 13 or greater.
The Greater Cleveland Platform Tennis Association (GCPTA) in conjunction with the APTA announce that the registration for the Marsh 2004 APTA Men’s & Women’s National Championships is now open! The Championships and President’s Cup will be held March 4-7th hosted by the Cleveland Racquet Club and surrounding Cleveland area clubs.
For more information, go to:
Nationals2004
2004 ILLINOIS STATE MEN’S PLATFORM TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, March 13th and March 14th
WHERE: Indian Hill Club – Paddle House 847-251-6523
COST: $60 PER PADDLE/$120 PER TEAM
DEADLINE: All entries must be received by MONDAY, MARCH 8TH
DRAW: Limited to 64 Teams. Will be posted on the web site on
Thursday, March 11th. www.reveregroup.com/paddle
LUNCH: Saturday, March 13th, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM @ Indian Hill Club
Illinois States Entry Form
The A Draw if full at 16 teams, but there are still a few openings available in the B Draw. Teams qualify for the B Draw with a combined series rating of 13 or greater.
The Greater Cleveland Platform Tennis Association (GCPTA) in conjunction with the APTA announce that the registration for the Marsh 2004 APTA Men’s & Women’s National Championships is now open! The Championships and President’s Cup will be held March 4-7th hosted by the Cleveland Racquet Club and surrounding Cleveland area clubs.
For more information, go to:
Nationals2004
2004 ILLINOIS STATE MEN’S PLATFORM TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, March 13th and March 14th
WHERE: Indian Hill Club – Paddle House 847-251-6523
COST: $60 PER PADDLE/$120 PER TEAM
DEADLINE: All entries must be received by MONDAY, MARCH 8TH
DRAW: Limited to 64 Teams. Will be posted on the web site on
Thursday, March 11th. www.reveregroup.com/paddle
LUNCH: Saturday, March 13th, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM @ Indian Hill Club
Illinois States Entry Form
Sunday, February 01, 2004
Katherine Legge (pronounced like "leg") Memorial
The new courts will be situated in the southeast corner of the park.
We haven't chosen a direction about the style of the paddle hut, but it will probaly include elements of these two of the existing structures at KLM. The first is the Lodge.
The second is the building in use by Hinsdale Center for the Arts.
The new courts will be situated in the southeast corner of the park.
We haven't chosen a direction about the style of the paddle hut, but it will probaly include elements of these two of the existing structures at KLM. The first is the Lodge.
The second is the building in use by Hinsdale Center for the Arts.
