The end of the year tennis celebration was held on May 26th. After a brief rain delay a giant game of around the world with over 75 players was held and Josh Kong defeated Reid deLaubenfels. Hitting for prizes followed. 100 plus team members, siblings, parents and next year's incoming freshman walked away with a prize.  Then the large group gathered in the lunchroom where Hale Tennis Boosters Mrs. Strong and Mr. and Mrs. Holden had set up a wonderful meal.  Coach Frey and Coach Todd awarded the 2010 season letters. The Raiders won their 4th consecutive sound division title, Reid finished 2nd in Metro, won district, Josh Kong made it to districts as the 8th seed, Lia Strong and Minji Jung advanced to the second round of Metro and Kay Dien Fox won the All Comers Singles title. The seniors were honored next. Alex Tam was a preseason favorie as a doubles player until he suffered season ending shin splints. Stephanie Holden ended a successful career as captain, most inspirational and scholar athlete. Stephanie went undefeated during the regular season. Simon Thwaits lead the team during summer workouts and really improved from last year to this year. Simon was voted most insprational. Ryan Strong, a 4 year letterman won his second consecutive scholar athelete award. Elizabeth Kelley, Colleen Brennan, Devon Anderson and Catherine Hannan wer honored. The 2011 captains were revealed and they are Christine Nakatsuji, Rachel Holden, Josh Kong and Reid deLaubenfels. A good time was had by all  Pictures |
