ARC Success in Vernon Weaver


Rupert George, Lewie Parker, Tom Vinall, Alex Grigg, Sally Rana, Lottie Koval, Nicole Wickett, Anoushka Lynd

2023 saw the return of the Vernon Weaver competition after a 4 year break due to Covid. The event was held at ARC for the first time and marked the 40th Anniversary of the tournament which sees the League Winners from East Devon, Plymouth, Exeter and North Devon compete against each other in both Ladies and Mens Tennis.

The men lost the toss and played outside. A strong David Lloyd team beat Budleigh 3-1 whilst ARC defeated the Devonshire 3-1.

In the Ladies event a lengthy battle took place between the Devonshire and David Lloyd with the latter coming out on top 3-1 after winning both Championship tiebreaks.  ARC gained their place in the Final by  defeating  Sidmouth  4-0.

The finals did not disappoint. Great tennis was on display in the Men’s event. ARC came out on top beating David Lloyd 3-1 with ARC 1st pair of Lewie Parker and Rupert George unbeaten all day without dropping a set.  In a high standard Ladies final. ARC  also went on to win, beating David Lloyd by one set.