Serving up a great reunion

MORE than sixty people attended the Ballan Tennis Club reunion last weekend.

Memorabilia and trophies were on display for the event.

A special highlight was a presentation made to former club chairman John Waddington.

“John is leaving the area,” said one of the reunion organisers, Denis Conroy.

“We presented him with a special plaque to thank him for all his years at the club, including his service as club chairman and as a representative on the recreation reserve committee.

“Everyone who attended the reunion said they enjoyed it very much.

Organiser Denis Conroy thanked everyone who attended the Ballan Tennis Club reunion last weekend and took along some special memorabilia.

“The weather was nice and sunny although there was a cool wind.

“The local scouts did a fantastic job on the barbecue, as did the members of the cricket club who manned the bar.

“We were all very grateful.”

The club is in recess at present due to lack of office bearers, but Mr Conroy is hopeful that it will soon be resurrected.

Andrea Lay, Di Austin and Russell Leeding all enjoyed the afternoon, which featured a bring-a-plate afternoon tea as they had it in their playing days.

“Those who attended the reunion were surprised to hear about the club’s struggles to reopen, especially as we have some of the best courts in the district,” he said.

“Many of them have offered their support and are willing to lend a hand.

“Hopefully the Ballan Tennis Club will be back in operation before too long.”