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Peter becomes new Open Champion. (Mar.2004)
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Peter Wake claimed his first title on his third attempt to become Northern's Open Champion for 2004.
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In a match fit to grace any final he took on defending champion Peter Stanton to treat a packed gallery
to a feast of squash. Stanton took the first game with relative ease, only for the young pretender to equal matters.
Both players hit top form, playing long energy-sapping rallies, before the challenger claimed the title in a close
fifth set.
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Heather Tweedle (right) retained her Ladies title by overcoming Suzanne Rutherford 3-0
and Chips Johnson (below) enjoyed his first piece of luck this season, and his first silverware,
when opponent Ray McGee (below right) was forced to retire through injury in the much awaited Veterans' Final.
The Junior Under-19 Final went to form as Alex Cunningham saw off the challenge of Daniel Griffiths
and Laura Dixon became the Ladies under-19 champion with victory over Natasha Hendry.
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Sally Devine claimed the Ladies Plate defeating Sandra Cunningham
and Kevin Morrison was forced to go to 5 sets to overcome young Jason Cunningham.
The Men's Handicap tournament was won by Tom Fitzgerald who defeated Tom Mealey.
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Heather is crowned Ladies Merseyside Champion. (Jan.2004)
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In the Merseyside Championships held at Northern,
it was our own Heather Tweedle, pictured left receiving her trophy, who won the Merseyside Ladies final 3-1.
The men's winner was Keith Thomason (below) from New Brighton, who defeated Colin Hamilton 3-2 after fighting back from 2-0 down.
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Alan claims Merseyside Vets title. (Jan.2004)
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Northern's evergreen coach Alan Hendry was the winner of the Over45 competition,
in the Merseyside Championships held at Northern.
Alan (left) is pictured with runner up Ken O'Donaghue , who he defeated 9-4 9-2 9-3 in the final.
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Northern youngsters shine in Merseyside Championships. (Nov.2003)
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Congratulations (left) to Alex Cunningham, winner of the under 17 Merseyside Championship,
and to cousin Jason Cunningham who was runner up in both the under 15 and under 17 competitions.
Alex and Jason are also pictured above, with Lauren Dixon who was runner up in the
girls under 15 competition, and Matthew Davies, Kim Davies and Daniel Griffiths who all entered
the Merseyside Junior Championships and progressed to the latter stages.
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Squash Section Celebrity Dinner - Dave Watson. (Nov.2003)
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Former Everton captain Dave Watson was guest speaker,
entertaining an appreciative audience with tales of his career from 'across the park' via Norwich,
to become a blues' stalwart and eventual caretaker manager.
Dave is pictured below with compere John Nelson and former blue Brian Labone.
Also pictured are guests and former rivals, blues' keeper Gordon West and reds' Ian Callaghan.
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Heir Miles. (Oct.2003)
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Congratulations to proud parents Crawford & Helene, on the birth of their son, Scott Adam Miles,
born on Wed 8th Oct 2003 at 21:20, weighing 9lbs 2ozs.
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Junior Squash Section booming. (Aug.2003)
The Northern Junior Squash Section is rapidly becoming one of the premier outfits in the Merseyside area. It currently comprises upwards of 70 members of all ages up to 18 years.
The success of the section is owed principally to the leadership and drive of our Professional Coach Alan Hendry. Within the Club he can draw upon the experience of four level two and four level one England Squash Coaches.
All standards are catered for, from beginners through to the more accomplished players. Each individual can be educated from the rudiments of the game through to match play standards.
The success of the Junior Squash Section can be measured against the standards and levels achieved by individuals themselves and our teams collectively. Within the Club we can boast of having five boys and four girls representing Merseyside County at Under 13 & under 15.
To underline the ability of these youngsters, three of our girls and five of our boys have been fed into and have been selected to play for the senior teams. This all bodes well for the future of the club in general.
The children are very proud to represent their county and do so bringing great credit to the Northern Club.
Last season our junior 1st team competed in and won the second division of the Merseyside Under 19 league. Whilst achieving this success, not one of the boys was over 14. Having thereafter been promoted to the first division they consolidated and finished in a creditable mid-table position.
All now looks very promising for the forthcoming season as our teams mature. We are expanding on the success of the children and this season shall be entering an additional junior side in the Merseyside leagues. This will bring greater depth of experience in match play situations, therefore giving more players an opportunity to represent the club and have a goal to aim for.
The junior coaching the 2003-4 season is planned to start on Sunday 7th. September. All are welcome and we would encourage all parents to bring their children along and let them have a go.
Times as follows:-
Beginners 13.45 – 14.30
Intermediate 14.30 – 15.30
More accomplished 15.30 – 16.30.
May we take this opportunity to thank all those members who have provided sponsorship for the junior section. This support has helped enormously and is reflected in the standards that have been achieved.
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