Lucas Taylor reaches Finals of Solihull International - July 2007
Report by Jan Coombs

Following in the footsteps of Andy Murray (who won the tournament 3 times) Lucas Taylor reached the finals of the 10U Boys Solihull International last weekend.  

In every match played on his way to the final Lucas was up against the top 10 year olds in the country. He knocked out the number one seed, Jonathan Burke (8.2) in the quarterfinals, and another strong player, Sacha Modica in the semis. In the final Lucas was up against the very strong Vincent Gillespie of Scotland. Vincent played an impressive match, and although he fought hard, Lucas was unable to convert on crucial game points. He eventually lost 6-1,6-1.  Although disappointed on the day, Lucas had put in a high performance all week, proving that he is one of the very top 10 year olds in the country at the moment.

The club took 5 players to the tournament, all of who put in some good performances, but found the standard tough. It was a very good learning experience and one from which they all gained a lot, both from playing, and from watching the top players in the country at 10U, 12U and 14U level. Players who attended were Callum Poland Smith, Lucas Taylor, Jac Davies, Savannah Sills and Ella Faria. Big thank you to the coaches, Christian and Gino, who put up with the kids all week, and to Caren, who had to put up with everyone!!

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