The Maple Leaf Tennis Club offers a variety of programs, activities and social events to residents and guests at Maple Leaf Golf & Country Club in Port Charlotte, Florida. For information about joining, see the Membership page or come out to an Open Play session. For bookings, see CourtReserve . News & Announcements Summer Tennis Lessons PRO: Tony Gerraci WHERE: Charlotte Court 1 WHEN: Tuesday’s 8am – 3pm (April) Tuesday’s 8am – 12:00 (rest of summer) CONTACT: swfltennis@gmail.com for info and cost Pictures from AGM Our Annual General Meeting was held today, March 25th. Aside from the usual business, we were reminded of our accomplishments this year: a fabulous new ball machine 138 people trained on the ball machine new signs to welcome visiting teams banners to celebrate dozens of women's and men's league victories in the past decade or so another succesful Strawberry Festival an increased social media presence a team in the regional 8.0 USTA league The draft minutes - including financ Club-Championship Winners Congratulations to the winners of the club championship! See the Tournament Winners page for winners in the A and B divisions for each category. More news and announcements ... What the Tennis Club offers Play, Ladders, Tourneys Activities include open play, ladders, and tournaments for women's, men's and mixed doubles (and triples!) tennis. See Activities for more. Programs & Development Our programs include the introductory Taste of Tennis, ball-machine sessions, mentoring, and coaching. Our club fields doubles teams, ranging in skill level from novice to advanced, in the regional women's and men's senior tennis leagues. See Programs for more. Social Events We hold social events throughout the season: wine & cheese events, pot-luck and formal dinners, and a Christmas Day triples tourney and breakfast. We also host one of the most popular Maple Leaf Golf & Country Club events of the season, the Strawberry Festival. See Calendar for more.

The Tennis Club is administered by a group of volunteers elected each year at the Annual General meeting. Executive Committee (2026 / 2027) President Rob Chang retiredchang@outlook.com 416-505-8886 Vice-President Karen Vanleeuwen Past President Greg Freeman greg900@bell.net 941-249-9444 Secretary Becky Thompson beckyreidthompson@icloud.com Communications Director Frances Grano Treasurer Steve White sjwhite617@gmail.com 616 262-6337 Social Director Julie Twyford julie.twyford@gmail.com Tournament Director Mike Pitz MPitz07@gmail.com 302-723-1863 Membership Director Sue McConnell Sue.mltmbrs@gmail.com 613-889-6961 League Liaison – Ladies Joan Labbe plabbe3@gmail.com 401-226-8653 League Liaison – Men Richard Cole crichardcole@icloud.com Auditor Brian Johnston bachusb@hay.net 519-280-1336 See also Executive Responsibilities Executive Meetings & AGMs Past Executive Committees

Team Training & Coaching November - March Season The Maple Leaf Tennis Club has arranged for training and coaching to be provided for the months from November to March as per the following schedule: Women's League Teams - Monday Men's League Teams - Tuesday Individual or Group sessions are also provided throughout the season (see below for the Skills & Drills sessions) These lesson are available to Tennis Club members who are on a team in the Women's or Men's leagues. 2026 Summer Season The tennis club has arranged for individual lesson time on Tuesday's for the Summer of 2026. These lessons are available to all Maple Leaf residents. WHERE: Charlotte Court 1 WHEN: Tuesday’s 8am – 3pm (April) Tuesday’s 8am – 12:00 (rest of summer) Contact Tony Geraci - swfltennis@gmail.com - for more info and cost. Instructor All training and coaching is provided by: Anthony (Tony) M. Geraci, U.S.P.T.A. Elite Professional Tennis Instructor. E: swfltennis@gmail.com

Executive-Position Responsibilities President Past President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Tournament Director Communications Director Membership Director League Liaisons Chairpersons Social Director See also the Procedures & Guidelines & Subcommittees for more descriptions of responsibilities.

Top of Page Women's Open Men's Open Mixed Open Novice Open Untitled Members' Round-Robin Open Play Description At open-play doubles - also known as round-robin or drop-in - individual players rotate through the doubles positions: you don't need a partner; you can come for a few games or stay for the whole session. Just add your racquet to the line! There are open sessions for women's, men's and mixed doubles (including novice mixed doubles). Who Can Play The round-robin open-play sessions are for tennis-club members, as well as their occasional guests. New owners and renters, as well as rusty players, are welcome to join a few sessions on a trial basis before deciding whether to become club members. This policy ensures inclusivity and encourages everyone to participate in our tennis community. After a few trial sessions, you will need to become a member to continue participating in the Open Round Robin Play on a regular basis. Schedule Schedules for women's, men's and mixed sessions are found below, but Court Reserve is the most up-to-date source for open-play times from November through April. See the Schedules page for more information about off-season play. Women's Women's Members' Round Robin is for novice-intermediate play. Schedule (November 2025 - April 2026) Mondays: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm, Charlotte Center courts 2 and 3 Wednesdays: 9:00 am - 10:30 am, Charlotte Center courts 2 and 3 Thursdays 8:00 - 9:30, Can-Am courts 4 and 5 (for levels 2.5 - 3.0+) Thursdays 9:30 - 11:00, Can-Am courts 4 and 5 (for levels 3.5 and higher) Men's Men's Members' Round Robin is available to men of all levels. Schedule (November 2025 - April 2026) (updated March 3 2026) Mondays: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, CanAm courts 4 and 5 Tuesdays: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Charlotte courts 2, and 3 Wednesdays: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm, Charlotte courts 1, 2, and 3 Fridays: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Charlotte courts 1, 2, and 3 Mixed Mixed Members' Round Robin is available to women and men of all levels. Schedule (November 2025 - April 2026) Mondays: 7:00 am - 9:00 am, CanAm courts 4 and 5 Wednesdays: 7:30 am - 9:00 am, Charlotte courts 1, 2, and 3 Fridays: 7:30 am - 9:00 am, CanAm courts 4 and 5 Sundays, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, , Charlotte courts 1, 2, and 3 Mixed Novice Mixed Novice Members Round Robin caters to recent Taste of Tennis graduates and the novice or very rusty players looking for friendly play: come out and have fun while developing skills. Schedule (November 2025 - April 2026) Wednesdays: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm, Charlotte Center court 1 Novice Open Mixed Open Women's Open Men's Open Last Revised: November, 2025 Last Reviewed: November, 2025

The Racqueteers: Each Monday any female tennis club member is welcome to join this group for friendly, rotational, doubles tennis and a chance to socialize between playing. Time: Mondays at Charlotte Courts. 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. Back Coordinator: Julie Twyford

MAPLE LEAF Tennis Safe Play Guidelines 1. If you feel ill or have had recent contact with a person who has tested positive you are advised to stay at home. 2. Practice social distancing by keeping a minimum of 6 feet apart. Do not make physical contact with other players (such as shaking hands or a high five). When playing doubles coordinate with your partner to maintain physical distancing. Maintain physical distancing if changing ends of the court. Remain apart from other players when taking a break. 3 .To the degree possible avoid touching court gates, fences, benches, etc. 4. Wash your hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer before going into the court. 5. Use new balls if possible. You may choose to use your own balls when serving. Avoid using your hands to pick up balls. Avoid touching your face after handling a ball, racquet or other equipment. 6. It is recommended that for your own and other players safety you keep a diary of your games, including dates and fellow players names. In the event that there is a positive test for COVID 19, that information will be helpful in expediting contact tracing. 7. Spectator viewing is permitted provided social distancing is practiced. Mask use is strongly recommended when close contact is unavoidable. Play safe, take precautions as you are responsible for your own safety. If you feel apprehensive about playing with people outside your own group, you may choose not to participate.

2023-2024 Photos Teams in the Men's & Women's Leagues Social Activities Tennis Pot Luck 2024 Presidents Dance Christmas Social 2023 Pro Invitational Repair Cafe Strawberry Hulling Wine and Cheese 2023 Strawberry Festival Party in the Park 2023 Halloween 2023 Tennis Tournaments Mens Doubles Ladies Doubles Ladies Triples Mens Triples Mixed Doubles 2023 Taste of Tennis 2024

Contacts Club Facilities Certain club facilities have specific people who oversee them. Court maintenance (screens, scoreboards, etc) Don Ezzo, drezzo56@gmail.com 256-200-5566 Club storage shed at Charlotte Courts Arlis Wood - see MLGCC Directory for contact info Ball machine Jeff Papież, jpapiez1034@gmail.com 941-149-9444 CourtReserve Rob Chang, retiredchang@outlook.com 416-505-8886 Website Ken Moyle, moylek@gmail.com Executive For questions about finance, the social calendar, membership, etc, you can contact the appropriate member of the Executive Committee . General And if you're sure of whom to contact, send email to mapleleaftennis@gmail.com

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