Current Club News

Sunday, 4/7/2024 - Play It Forward” is a Great Success!!

Tennis players and pickleball players worked together to raise over $34,000 for Neighbors Who Care, well above the $25,000 goal. The committee members pictured here worked hard to achieve this amazing figure. Thanks to them, to all our sponsors, and to all the players and contributors who made this event so successful. Watch for more updates and a final figure.
Play It Forward 2024

Thursday, 4/4/2024 - Upcoming 'Play It Forward' Event This Saturday

The pairings have been created for the Play It Forward Charity Event to be played this Saturday, April 6. Click here to find out when and whom you play.

Monday, 4/2/2024 - Big Crowd Enjoyed the Year-End Potluck

The food was delicious as always, but the best part was having a chance to socialize with our IronOaks Tennis Club friends off the court. Thanks to Vivian and Norb Guimond for chairing this event, and to Vonnie and Wade Knoss and Rosalie and Joe Azzaro for assisting them. Volunteers make our club great and more are always needed. Be sure to sign up for an event next year.
Click here to view a few photos from the event.

Thursday, 3/28/2024 - IOTC Members Shine at Jason Morton Tournament!

The competition was fierce, with close to 280 players participating, but IronOaks Tennis Club was well represented in the winners’ circle at the recent Jason Morton Tournament.

The following IOTC members were champions of their division:
Mixed Doubles, 3.0: Mary Crump and Tony Crump
Men’s Doubles, 3.5: Mark Sadosky and John Braunels
Mixed Doubles, 4.0: Michelle Cohrs and Tim Shum
Men’s Doubles, 75+: Frank Figueroa and Tim Shum

Second place finishers:
Women’s Doubles, 3.5: Ellen Maurer and Lois Newman
Men’s Singles, 3.0: Gary Sanders
Men’s Singles, 80+: Leo Lapane

Congratulations to these winners and to all who participated in this elite tournament. Special thanks to Matt Gleason for an outstanding job as Tournament Director, and to Coach Kwong Young for all his help coordinating the tournament. We’re also grateful to our neighbors at the Cottonwood / Palo Verde Tennis Club for helping with overflow court needs for evening play.

This tournament would not be possible without the support of our sponsors:
    Young Realty
    Kolb Realty
    Medicare Insurance Solutions
    BlueStar Resort Management
    Castro’s Landscape Sandy & Sons Auto Service
    Tennis Cabana
    The Battery Doctor
    Forefathers
    San Tan Golf Carts
    TurnPros
    Redeemed Team Realtors

Thanks to all, and we are already looking forward to the 2025 Jason Morton Tournament!

Wednesday, 2/28/2024 - Election of Club Officers /div>

As a follow-up to the January 22, 2024 notice detailing the process for the election of IOTC Board Members, a list of candidates has been developed. The list is for the two positions to be filled, that being the IOTC President and the IOTC Secretary. Please review the link to the IOTC Membership notice in accordance with the IOTC Bylaws.
Click here to view the election instructions.

Sunday, 2/25/2024 - Results of Mixed Doubles Tournament

Thanks to everyone who participated in the recent IOTC Mixed Doubles Tournament! Participation was excellent with seventeen teams competing, and spectator support was fantastic. Winners were:

Flight One:
1st place: Cathy Coin and Mark Sadosky
2nd place: Lois Newman and Jack Sanders

Flight Two:
1st place: Karen Tucker and Tom Tucke
2nd place: Melissa Emery and Arif Khan

Flight Three:
1st place: Kristina Traylor and Tom Crookston
2nd place: Edith Tanniru and Gary Shedd

Special thanks to Carol Mellinger, Kaipo Simonelli, C.C. Capelouto, and Luana Capponi for providing food throughout the week and serving lunch to over fifty participants and spectators on Saturday. You can click here to view a few photos.

Saturday, 2/24/2024 - Valentine Event Success

Slightly wet courts didn’t dampen the spirits of everyone who attended the annual Valentine Social on Saturday, February 10. The turnout for tennis was low, but a large crowd gathered to enjoy ice cream sundaes, cake, and Carol Mellinger’s beautiful cookies. A good time was had by all! Thanks to organizers Carole Rockland, Edith Tanniru, and Claire Wilcox.

Thursday, 2/22/2024 - Club Social Hosted by Cottonwood Tennis Club

This coming Saturday (2/24/2024), Cottonwood Tennis Club will be hosting IOTC for a tennis social. Click here to view the play schedule. The event will start at 9:00 AM. Each match will start on the hour and go for 57 minutes The winners will be determined by: Whoever is ahead at the end of the session (57 minutes), or … First team to 10 games, win by 2 games. The winners will receive 1 point for a win, 0 for a loss. CW will provide food and beverages and the balls.

Friday, 2/9/2024 - Mixed Doubles Draw is Complete

The draw and schedule of play is now available for the Mixed Doubles Tournament to begin on Monday, February 12. Click here to view the schedule.

Friday, 2/2/2024 - Gender Doubles Tournament Complete

There was lots of fun and lots of food during a great week of the Gender Doubles Tournament. Click here to view a few photos of the event.

Monday, 1/22/2024 - Election of Club Officers

The IOTC's election process, for two positions of Board of Directors, is underway and being conducted according to the bylaws of the club. This year the positions of President and Secretary will be filled for a two year term beginning on May 1st, 2024. The election committee will be collecting candidate names and will submit the candidate list at the Feb.5th club board meeting. Click here to view the letter from the Vice President related to the election process.

Monday, 1/22/2024 - Gender Doubles Results

Congratulations to all of the tournament finalists. But also a BIG thanks for all of the players and to all of the folks that came out to watch and to cheer on their favorite team. Having 17 Women's teams and 14 Men's teams that is a total of 62 players, it was a great turnout for club competition. Click here to see the final results.

Saturday, 1/20/2024 - Mixed Doubles Tournament Begins Feb. 12

Tuesday, 1/16/2024 - Valentine Tennis Mixer and Ice Cream Social

Saturday, February 10.
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.: Social tennis with random pairing
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.: Ice cream sundaes and cake plus Carol Mellinger’s famous cookies! Guests are welcome! Free to IOTC members and guests. Sign up on the bulletin board outside the fitness center. Signup deadline: Thursday, February 8. Share the love at this event that always draws a big crowd. Don’t miss it!!

Thursday, 1/11/2024 - Gender Doubles Lineup

The pairings and draw for next week's Gender Doubles Tournament have been set. Click here to check out when you or your friends are scheduled to play. Schedule updated on 1/16/2024.

Thursday, 1/4/2024 - IronOaks Tennis Club Welcomes in the New Year!

Fun, casual tennis, great Italian food, and good friends... what a perfect way to welcome in the new year! IOTC players and their guests turned out in record numbers and all had a wonderful time. Thanks to Kristina Traylor and her enthusiastic helpers for planning a perfect event. New Year 2023

Click here to view a few more photos.

Saturday, 12/30/2023 - Bradshaw/Neu Results

IOTC Members are Big Winners in the Bradshaw/Neu Tournament!! Congratulations to these IronOaks Tennis Club members who did a great job in the recent Bradshaw/Neu Tournament at Cottonwood:

Men’s 4.0 Doubles: Bob Lynne and Craig Twitchell, first place

Women’s 4.0 Doubles: Kay Wengert and Cindy Guilluame (Cottonwood), first place, Ellen Maurer and Lois Newman, third place Michelle Berry and Carmella Davin, fourth place

Men’s 3.5 Doubles: Mark Sadosky and Randy Wensman, first place Steve Malinowski and Spencer Roberts (Cottonwood), third place

Women’s 3.5. Doubles: Cari Capelouto and Mary Stephens, first place Vivian Guimond and Urith Haggerty, second place Mary Dyrseth and Trish Kolb, fourth place

Congratultions to all who participated.

Saturday, 121/23/2023 - Gender Doubles Tournament

Calling on all IOTC members to sign up for the first event of 2024! The Gender Doubles Tournament will begin on Monday, January 15th and run through Saturday January 20th. Matches will be held each day at 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM. Please sign up with your partner on the IOTC bulletin board. Players will self-rate. The winners from last year's tournament will need to split up or play at the next level. Note that we will have a 75+ bracket. These players may participate in more than one bracket if they choose. If you don't have a partner and want to play, sign up anyhow and we will see if we can match you up!

Please contact Kristina Traylor (602) 228-3517 or Rick Kenny (480) 907-4793 with questions. Text is preferred but calling is okay too. Please allow 1 day for a response.

Monday, 12/18/2023 - New Years Mixer

Wishing you all a peaceful holiday season! The IOTC board would like to remind you to sign up for the upcoming New Years Mixer being held on Saturday , December 30th at 4:00 pm. We hope that you will join us for play from 4:00 to 5:30 but encourage you to stop by between 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm for fellowship and and an Italian buffet provided by Brooklyn V's, regardless! Please sign up on the club bulletin board. Members may bring a guest.

Monday, 12/18/2023 - Sugar & Slice

The tennis courts were filled with Christmas cheer for our first “Sugar and Slice” event. Players warmed up with some lively tennis followed by delicious Christmas cookies and hot chocolate. Thanks to DD Kullman and Kristina Traylor for organizing this fun event.

You can click here to view a few more photos.

Friday, 12/1/2023 - Sugar & Slice Holiday Tennis Social

Wednesday, December 13th at 6 PM at IOTC:
Come out for some fun social mixed doubles play and cap off the evening with a cup of steaming hot cocoa and tasty holiday treats. This event is open to club members and their guests. Just sign up on the bulletin board outside the fitness center.
Questions? Email ddkullman@gmailcom

Tuesday, 11/14/2023 - Schedule for Social at Trilogy

The play schedule for the upcoming Tennis Social at Trilogy in now available. The event is scheduled for this coming Saturday (11/18) and will be held at the Trilogy Tennis Club which is located at 4369 E Village Parkway Gilbert, AZ 85298.
Click here to view the play schedule.

Sunday, 11/12/2023 - Proposed Changes to Tennis Club Bylaws

The Board of Directors of IOTC have proposed several changes to the club bylaws. You can click here to view the letter from the board regarding these changes. You can also go to the "Tennis Board" tab on the left side of this screen to see the proposals in their full form.

Saturday, 11/11/2023 - Bradshaw/Neu Tournament Sign-up Revised

Many folks have had problems with the new on-line application that the Cottonwood Tennis Club wants everyone to use. Even to the point that some will not attempt to sign up and therefore not play. Rick Kenny was able to work with the organizers to have a simplified process to get entry information and the fee to them before the November 22 draw close. Rick will collect the entry, info and payment, from each player and hand carry the entries to Cottonwood on the afternoon of Dec 22.
Click here to view the instructions for this automated sign-up feature.

Monday, 11/6/2023 - Fall Fiesta and Clothing Sale Success

Thanks to everyone who worked so hard to make our “Welcome Back Fall Fiesta” such a great success. The courts were packed with 68 players, and more than 80 people enjoyed tasty “walking tacos” and ice cream sundaes for lunch. Our clothing sale netted more than $1400 which we can use towards more special events for our members.

Special thanks to: -
    Carole Rockland for coordinating the event.
    Trish Kolb and Mary Dyserth for coming up with the “Fiesta” idea, making
     lunch, and decorating.
    Carey Kolb for spending his birthday cooking our taco meat.
    Bernie and Melissa Emery for preparing breakfast.
    Rick Kenny for working hard to keep everyone on the courts!
    Kristina Traylor, Olena Buxton, and Rikki Sadosky for doing an amazing job
    with the clothing sale.

Thanks, too, to all the members who contributed by helping with tennis, setting up and packing away everything, serving ice cream, etc., etc. We are fortunate to have a club with so many willing volunteers.

You can click here to view a few more photos from the event.

Tuesday, 11/31/2023 - Robson Ranch Visited IOTC

The IOTC VS Robson Ranch tennis social on Saturday, October 28th went well. We had a combined 35 players and several spectators. A light breakfast including coffee, donuts and fruit was served. Lunch consisted of burritos, rice, beans ,chips and guacamole and cookies. All participants reported having a great time! Robson Ranch scored 18 points versus IOTC with 11.

Tuesday, 10/24/2023 - Social with Robson Ranch Play Schedule

We will be hosting players from Robson Ranch for a tennis social this Saturday, October 28.
You can click here to view the play schedule.

Monday, 10/23/2023 - Bradshaw/Neu Tournament Sign-up

The organizers of the Bradshaw/Neu Tournament have switched to an online sign-up method for all players outside of members of Cottonwood Tennis Club. This method allows you to sign up with a partner, pay your entry fee and provide any play or day restrictions that you may have. The tournament begins on December 2. Click here to view the instructions for this automated sign-up feature.

Thursday, 10/5/2023 - Fall Fiesta and Clothing Sale - Reminder

Saturday, November 4

9:00 a.m. Clothing Sale Opens
10:00 a.m. Sign-in and Light Breakfast
10:30 - noon Social tennis with random pairings
Noon “Fall Fiesta” lunch: “Walking tacos” and ice cream sundaes

Don’t miss the fun! Come out to welcome back our snowbird members, meet new members, enjoy some casual tennis competition, and find out what a “walking taco” is.

This event is free to members and guests and is open to all tennis clubs in the area, but pre-registration is required. Signup deadline: Monday, October 30.

Be sure to come early to pick up some great bargains at the clothing sale.
Enjoy the Fiesta!!

Saturday, 9/30/2023 - Sign up Now for October IOTC Inter-Club Socials

IronOaks tennis club members can sign up now to participate in two inter-club socials. These events provide a great opportunity to meet and mingle with players from other clubs. Each social will start with a morning of tennis and end with light lunch.

Saturday, October 14: IOTC travels just down the road to Springfield Tennis Club Saturday, October 28: IOTC hosts Robson Ranch Tennis on our home courts.

Signup is available on the IOTC bulletin board outside the fitness center.
Questions?? Contact Kristina Traylor, IOTC Play Director, 602-228-3517.

Friday, 9/22/2023 - Save the Date: Saturday, November 4

Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 4, so you won’t miss the IronOaks Tennis Club “Welcome Back fall Fiesta” and Clothing Sale. The event will begin with the clothing sale at 9 a.m. followed by social tennis at 10:30 a.m. and ending with a festive free lunch at noon. The planning committee is looking for fiesta items to add to the decor. If you can loan a sombrero, piñata, serape, or other fiesta item, contact Mary Dyrseth, 651-261-1953, or Trish Kolb, 480-440-6537. Clothing donations can be dropped off at the fitness center as soon as the refresh is completed. Watch for more details to come. Don’t miss the fun!

Tuesday, 9/12/2023 - “Tennis Under the Stars” is Back at Oakwood!

Interested in playing tennis in the cool of the evening? Join other IronOaks Tennis Club members every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. starting October 11. Players at any level, both men and women, are welcome. Come join the fun! For further information and to receive a weekly email, contact D.D. Kullman at ddkullman@gmail.com.

Saturday, 9/2/2023 - IronOaks Tennis Club Beats the Heat!

Avid tennis players from IOTC gathered on Friday, August 25, for the first “Serve & Sip” evening event. By starting tennis play after the sun had set, they were able to enjoy an hour of friendly tennis followed by social time on the veranda. A good time was had by all!

Wednesday, 8/16/2023 - Serve and Sip Event Coming Up

Don't miss out ! There is still room for more IOTC members to join in on the fun! Friday, August 25th starting at 7:30 P.M. We will meet on the patio at the fitness center for some friendly Tennis, and then enjoy a variety of cold beverages together. The sign up sheet is posted on the patio bulletin board , Any questions, contact Kristina at (602)228-3517

Saturday, 7/15/2023 - Pancake Breakfast Success

Attendees of the IronOaks Tennis Club’s Annual Pancake Breakfast, celebrating the 4th of July, enjoyed a delicious spread of pancakes, sausage, and fresh fruit, after playing early morning tennis. The patriotism and pride was evident by many sporting red, white, and blue. Even the oven like temperatures didn’t dampen spirits, as the patio misters kept everyone feeling comfortable and cool. A grand time was had by all! Click here to view a few more pictures.

Monday, 6/19/2023 - Help Celebrate Independence Day on July 1

IronOaks Tennis Club invites all members to join in the celebration of Independence Day week with pancakes and tennis. This traditional highlight of the summer tennis season will be held on Saturday, July 1. The morning will begin at 7:30 a.m. with a few rounds of social tennis followed by delicious member-prepared pancakes, sausage, fruit, coffee, and juice, at 9:00 a.m.: all for only $5! Members should sign up on the bulletin board outside the fitness center to register. Spouses and guests are welcome to attend. Don’t miss this chance for good food, good friends, and good tennis! Sign-up deadline is Monday, June 26th.

Monday, 5/8/2023 - IOTC Elects New Officers for 2023-24

Congratulations and thanks to the following IronOaks Tennis Club members who will serve as officers for the coming year:
    President: Christopher “CJ” Berry
    Vice-President: Rick Kenny
    Treasurer: Sandy Traylor
    Secretary: D.D. Kullman
    Play Director: Kristina Traylor

The board meets regularly on the first Monday of each month in the IronOaks Fitness Center. Summer meetings will begin at noon. All IOTC members are welcome to attend and share ideas.
2023 Board

Left to right: Rick Kenny, Vice President; D.D. Kullman, secretary;
C.J. Berry, President; Kristina Traylor, Play Director; Sandy Traylor, Treasurer

Friday, 4/28/2023 - Potluck Dinner Success

The Year-end Potluck at Poolside on Sunday, April 23, was a huge success with over 70 IOTC members attending. Everyone enjoyed the wide variety of food and the chance to socialize with fellow tennis players. A great evening of food, fun, and fellowship! Click here to view a few pictures from the event.

Tuesday, 4/25/2023 - Dates Announced for Bradshaw/Neu Tournament at Cottonwood

Tuesday, 4/11/2023 - Upcoming USTA Tournament

IOTC Members, if you missed the chance, you are probably sorry that you didn't play in the Jason Morton Tournament. You now have another chance to test your tennis skills at a "neighborhood" USTA Tournament to be held at the Ocotillo Village location at Alma School and Ocotillo. Click here to go to the USTA Tournament Site.

Tuesday, 4/11/2023 - Play It Forward Charity Event was a Huge Success

IronOaks Pickleball and Tennis Clubs’ “Play It Forward” Charity Event, benefiting Neighbors Who Care, quickly crushed their goal.

The $10,000.00 goal doubled to $20,000.00+. This was accomplished with donations from sponsors, members designating their AZ Tax Credits to NWC, the Pay to Play at the Charity Event, and over $2,000.00 in 50/50 contributions. Additionally, many homeowners were in a giving spirit.

We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who played, volunteered and donated. A special “shout out” to Sprouts Farmers Market for providing lunch for 200 participants.
Play It Forward

Wednesday, 3/29/2023 - IOTC Members Champions at Jason Morton Tournament

IronOaks Tennis Club is proud to announce that the following members won their division in the recent 2023 Jason Morton Tennis Tournament:

    Women’s 3.5: Randi Rex and Cathy Coin
    Men’s 75 and Over Doubles: Tim Shum and Brian Cheney
    Men’s 80 and Over Doubles: Leo Lapane and Austin Mason
    Men’s 75 and Over Singles: Tim Shum
    Men’s 80 and Over Singles: Leo Lapane
    Men’s 85 and Over Singles: Jack Sanders

Ratings based on the NTRP (National Tennis Rating Program).
The Jason Morton Tournament attracts players from a wide area, and it is a testament to the high quality of play at IronOaks that so many of our members won their division. Congratulations to all!!

Tuesday, 3/28/2023 - Play It Forward Event Play Schedule

The schedule of play has been finished for the Play It Forward event this coming Saturday. Click here to view the schedule.

Sunday, 3/25/2023 - Upcoming Potluck Dinner

Mark your calendars and join your IOTC tennis community for an evening of food, friends, and fun. The date is Sunday, April 23 at 4:30 and will be held at Poolside. This will be the final event of our “winter” tennis season, so don’t miss out. Look for the signup sheet on the IOTC bulletin board on April 1.

Sunday, 2/26/2023 - Social Hosted by Robson Ranch

Robson Ranch Tennis Club hosted IOTC for an interclub tennis social on Saturday, February 25. Click here to see a few photos of the event.

Saturday, 2/25/2023 - Mixed Doubles Tournament

The IronOaks Tennis Club recently completed the Mixed Doubles tournament.
Click here to see a list of the winners.

Tuesday, 2/14/2023 - Annual Valaentine Social - 2023

IOTC held is annual Valentine’s Social on Saturday, February 11th. Participants played four rounds of tennis with random pairing that gave players the chance to meet new friends. The afternoon ended with ice cream sundaes and the amazing cookies made by Carol Mellinger.
Group

Thursday, 2/9/2023 - Tennis Club Board of Directors Election - 2023

The 2023 election of the Board of Directors is fast approaching. Click here to see the slate of candidates and read an important message from the Board.

Thursday, 2/9/2023 - Mixed Doubles Schedule Available

The schedule of play for next week's Mixed doubles tournament starting on Monday, February 13 is now posted on the tennis bulletin board. You can also click here to view the schedule. The Final day of play will be on Thursday, February 17.

Wednesday, 2/8/2023 - Saturday Social with Springfield/SunBird

IronOaks Tennis Club hosted two combined smaller clubs, Springfield and SunBird, on Saturday, February 4 for a morning of tennis matches that concluded with a light lunch enjoyed by all. Thanks to the IOTC VOS team "The Young and the Restuvus" for their many volunteers who made this event a success!

Social Staff

Wednesday, 1/25/2023 - Gender Doubles Winners

The very successful (but rainy) Gender Doubles Tournament was completed last Saturday. Click here to view the results.

Sunday, 1/15/2023 - Rain Cancels Monday Play at Gender Doubles

Due to rain cancellation of all Monday matches, a new revised schedule can be viewed by clicking here. It will also be posted on the tennis bulletin board. Please note that one or more of your match days or times may be changed. We would encourage all players to reach out to partners and opponents to make sure this information reaches all participants.

Thursday, 1/12/2023 - Gender Doubles Tourmament Schedule

The schedule of play for next week's Gender doubles starting on Monday, January 16 is now posted on the tennis bulletin board. It can also be viewed by clicking here. The Final day of play will be on Saturday, January 21.

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