On Sunday 26th June2011, the Grove Lawn Tennis Club opened up its clubhouse and courts to the Malahide Lions Club. For over fifteen years, the Lions have been running this tournament & BBQ to raise funds for its various charities.
People are invited to compete on the unique grass surface of the four courts to win specially commissioned hand-painted plates. Each plate depicts two tennis players – one with a female body and one with a male body. Both figures feature the head of a lion.
Each court has its own round robin competition which produces a winner and runner-up. A knockout semi –final and final is then played producing two overall winners and runners-up. This year, Janice Carbery and Brendan Daniel were the winners while Nicole O’Connor and Matt McMahon were the runners-up.
The sunny weather contributed to a very enjoyable day and created a rush on the refreshments. To end their day, competitors were able to enjoy the BBQ al fresco as they were entertained by Kenny  Grant on guitar.
In his speech, Brian Dooley (President Malahide Lions Club) thanked Graham Cure (Chairman Grove LTC) and his Committee and all the members for allowing the Lions to hold this event every year. He then presented the prizes to the winners and runners-up.
Over €1,000 was raised for Lions charities.

Photos:

On Right:
Winners Janice Carbery & Brendan Daniel with Brian Dooley (President)
Below:
Runners-up Nicole O'Conner & Matt McMahon with President Brian
Players and guests getting settled for their BBQ.