Current Club News
February 25, 2026 -
Your 2026 IOTC Member Photo Directory Is Ready!
Dear IOTC Members,
The 2026 IronOaks Tennis Club Member Photo Directory is now available
for download!
This helpful resource makes it easy to put names with faces, stay
connected, and reference fellow members throughout the year — whether
you save it to your computer or print a copy for quick access.
To receive your copy, simply email:
DENISELOTT2@GMAIL.COM
Please note:
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The directory is a
benefit exclusively for current IOTC members.
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Copies will be
provided only to members listed in the directory.
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The directory will
not be posted on the website in order to protect member privacy.
Thank you for helping us keep our club connected — and our members’
information secure.
See you on the courts!
IronOaks Tennis Club
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March 7th, 2026 -Ready
to Rally? Multi-Club Play at Cottonwood!
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Monday, March 23rd - Spring Team Tennis
Click the Team Tennis tab to get the details on Spring Team
Tennis 2026.
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Wednesday, February 25th - Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Jason Morton Tournament
Cheer On Our "Home Team" This
Week!
The temps aren't the only thing heating up this week — so is the
competition! As our fellow IOTC members compete in this year’s Jason
Morton Memorial Tournament, they’d love to see some friendly
faces in the stands!
Matches run Wednesday through Sunday, and it’s shaping
up to be a fantastic week of competitive tennis right here at home.
How to Follow the Action:
View the Schedule:
Check match times and brackets on the USTA
Tournament page.
Watch In Person:
Stop by the IronOaks courts to see the full schedules and divisions
posted on the tournament board — then grab a seat and enjoy the matches!
Your IOTC Home Team:
Let’s cheer on our members taking the courts:
Arif Khan
Barb Jorgensen
Bob Lynne
Buddy Wayne
Chris Bernabe
CJ Berry
Craig Twitchell
Dean Sinerius
Gary Petersen
Gary Sanders
Glen Satre
Jack Fredrickson
Jim Bowles
Kay Wengert
Kristina Traylor
Mary Ellen O'Brien
Maryann Sinerius
Rick Kenny
Rob Lampman
Tim Sherman
Tim Shum
Bring your applause, your encouragement, and your IOTC spirit. Let’s
make the stands as strong as the serves!
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Wednesday, February 25th - Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Jason Morton Tournament
The Jason Morton Memorial Tournament Is Here!
Dear IronOaks Tennis Club Members,
Please note
that our courts will be unavailable for
general play Wednesday
through Sunday as
we host the prestigious Jason
Morton Memorial Tennis Tournament.
While this
means a brief pause in regular play, it
also means something exciting — five
days of high-level, competitive tennis
right here at IronOaks! We invite you to
grab a seat, cheer on the players, and
enjoy some outstanding match play.
Here’s the
schedule for the week:
Wednesday
• Matches begin at 12:30 p.m.
• 10 courts in use
• Last matches scheduled at 2:00 p.m.
Thursday
• Matches begin at 9:30 a.m.
• 10 courts in use
• Last matches scheduled at 5:30 p.m.
• Possible late-morning consolation
matches at Ironwood
Friday
• Matches begin at 8:30 a.m.
• 10 courts in use until approximately
5:00 p.m., then 6 courts
• Last matches scheduled at 5:30 p.m.
• Consolation matches likely at Ironwood
starting around 10:00 a.m. and
continuing on and off throughout the day
Saturday
• Matches begin at 8:30 a.m.
• 10 courts in use
• Last match scheduled at 5:00 p.m.
• Consolation matches at Ironwood
throughout the day
Sunday
• Matches begin at 8:30 a.m.
• 10 courts in use
• Last main draw matches scheduled at
1:00 p.m.
• Consolation matches likely in the
afternoon/late afternoon
We
appreciate your understanding as we
showcase one of the premier tournaments
of the season. Events like this bring
exceptional tennis, great energy, and
wonderful visibility to our club.
Come out, support the players, and
enjoy some terrific tennis all week
long!
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Saturday, March 7th, 2026 -
Live Ball is Back
Live Ball is Back! Are You Ready to Challenge the
Champions?
Live Ball with Tony
Simonelli Returns Saturday, March 7
Get ready for fast hands, quick points, and nonstop action!
Live Ball is back at IronOaks
Tennis Club on Saturday, March
7, and it’s bringing the heat with a Challengers
vs. Champions format.
This high-energy session is designed for 3.5+
players who want to:
Expect rapid-fire rallies, strategic play, and a format that keeps
everyone moving.
Court 6
Space limited - Sign Up on Tennis Bulletin Board
Questions? Call tony at 602-799-9945
Spots fill quickly --step up, ake n
the champions, and elevate your game?
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Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Love Was in the Air (and on the Courts!)
at Valentine’s Mixer
Members and guests of the IronOaks Tennis Club celebrated
Valentine’s Day with an energetic and heartwarming morning
of tennis and camaraderie on Saturday, February 14.
The Valentine’s Mixer, held from 10:30 a.m. to noon,
featured a social format with random pairings, giving
players the opportunity to connect with different partners
throughout the morning. The friendly competition and
spirited rallies were matched by laughter and lively
conversation, embodying the club’s strong sense of
community.
Following tennis, participants gathered for lunch and ice
cream on the patio, where the celebration continued. A
special highlight of the afternoon was Carol Mellinger’s
homemade Valentine’s cookies, a beloved tradition and crowd
favorite that added an extra touch of sweetness to the
event.
The event was organized by Carole Rockland, Edith Tanniru,
and Claire Wilcox, whose thoughtful planning and warm
hospitality helped make the mixer a memorable success.
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Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
John Michael “Mike” Corey September 21, 1952 – February 4, 2026
John Michael “Mike” Corey, 73, of Sun Lakes, Arizona, passed away on
February 4, 2026. An avid tennis player, devoted father, proud Veteran,
and loyal friend, Mike lived a life marked by generosity, humor, and
quiet strength.
Originally from North Carolina, Mike was the only boy in a family with
three sisters. He proudly served in the U.S. Army before building a long
and respected career at Honeywell Aerospace, where he worked as a
General Supervisor in the machine shop. It was there, in 1987, that he
met a colleague and fellow tennis enthusiast, Rob Lampman.
Their shared love of the game led to countless Saturday mornings on
local courts — from high schools to Kiwanis Park and Gene Autry Park —
forging a friendship that would span decades.
In 2007, Mike joined the IronOaks Tennis Club in Sun Lakes, where he
became a familiar and beloved presence. Whether competing fiercely on
the clay, enjoying spirited rallies, or lingering in conversation after
a match, Mike brought warmth and laughter wherever he went.
A memorial service will be held on February 28 from 1 to 3 pm at Valley
of the Sun Mortuary, located at 10940 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler,
AZ 85248.
Some remembrances from his tennis family:
“In years past, Mike and I used to play quite regularly on the clay. We
had some great matches, many if not most of which he won. We had some
good tennis and good conversations! Mike was always smiling and
laughing, full of life! He will be missed!” - Jack Sanders
“Mike was a very special guy with a great sense of humor. He was always
teasing me about ‘going to the dark side’ when I began playing
pickleball on a regular basis. It was our daily ritual. He was a
memorable fellow and will surely be missed by all of us who had the
pleasure of knowing him and playing tennis with him for many years at
IronOaks Tennis Club. - Tom Snider
“Using my native language, he was a bloody good bloke. Translation — he
was one of the good guys. If any of his friends ever needed help or
assistance, no matter the size of the problem, he would always step in —
he didn't need to be asked. One rather frivolous recent example: A few
weeks ago, my wife and I wanted to go to a
concert at Cottonwood. However, tickets were only available to residents
of Cottonwood, Oakwood, and Ironwood — we live in Solera. I was
complaining about this to a few of the tennis club members, including
Mike, one day. He didn't say anything, but the next time I saw him, he
gave me an envelope containing two tickets, each priced at $50. I had
cash on me, so I handed him $100 — he absolutely refused to accept it.
His reasoning was that I had ‘tolerated’ (his word) hitting with him a
couple of times a week for a few years, so it was the least he could
do.” - Austin Mason “In 2007, Mike joined the IronOaks Tennis Club, and
I followed him there later that year. Mike lost his lovely wife Pat in
1997 at a young age due to cancer. Their daughter, Megan, was only 12
years old at the time. Sometimes she would come to the courts with him
when we played tennis. I remember how Mike made sure (in a good way)
that Megan was doing her math problems. Today, she is a very successful
electrical engineer. Mike was always so very proud of her.
In addition to his time on the tennis court, Mike traveled extensively
internationally after retiring from Honeywell. Some of the places he
spent his summers include Brazil, South Africa, and many countries in
Eastern and Western Europe. Mike had a very witty sense of humor, and he
enjoyed ribbing his tennis buddies in good fun. Mike was a very good
friend, and we will miss him greatly.” - Rob Lampman
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Tuesday, February 10th, 2026
IRONOAKS TENNIS CLUB
2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION ANNOUNCEMENT
The time to elect or appoint officers to the
club’s Board of Directors is now. This year the offices up for election
or appointment are President, and Secretary. The slate of candidates at
this time in the process is as follows:
President: CJ Berry
Secretary: Rose Bowers
If you would like to become a board member,
you are encouraged to step forward and have your name added to the list
of candidates. Simply send an email to president@ironoakstennis.net, or
to any sitting board member, stating which position you’d like to be
considered for. You have until 5pm on February 16th to do this, at which
time nominations will be closed and the election/appointment process
will proceed according to club bylaws.
Please remember, Board meetings are open to
club members.
Did you know club members can submit a
request to add an item to our agenda? Simply send an email to
secretary@IronOaksTennis.net, or hand a note to any board member,
detailing what you wish to discuss. The Board welcomes your
participation.
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Monday - Friday, February 2nd
- 7th, 2026 - Mixed Doubles Tournament Results
Mixed Doubles Tournament Results Are In!
Thank you to everyone who played, cheered, and helped make our Mixed
Doubles Tournament a fantastic week of tennis at IronOaks Tennis Club!
Congratulations
to
our champions and finalists:
Division 1
Winners: Erin
Dunn & CJ Berry
Runners Up: Traci
Lynch & Lou Greco
Division 2
Winners: Cathy
LaPointe & Chuck Mulvenna
Runners Up: Mary
Ellen O'Brien & Wade Knoss
Want to relive the action?
To view
tournament photos, Click here
to visit our photo gallery pictures.
Thank you to all who participated and helped
make this tournament a success. We look forward to seeing you on the
courts again soon!
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Saturday - February 14th, 2026
- Valentines Tennis Mixer
Don't Forget to Sign Up!
Valentine's Tennis Mixer - Feb 14th
If you missed it earlier, here's a sweet reminder to
sign up for our Valentine's Tennis Mixer on the tennis
bulletin board.
Join us for a fun morning of social
tennis with random pairings,
followed by lunch,
ice cream,
and a special Valentine’s treat.
Bonus: We'll also be enjoying Carol
Mellinger's amazing homemade cookies -- always a
crowd favorite.
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Saturday,
February 14
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10:30 a.m. -
Noon | Social tennis, followed by lunch at noon
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Free for IOTC
members and guests
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Sign-up
deadline: February 10
Come share the love — on and off the court!
IronOaks Tennis Club
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Monday - Friday, February 2nd
- 7th, 2026 - Mixed Doubles Tournament
Please click "Tournaments"
tab
to view schedule
for our Mixed Doubles Tournament.
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Saturday,
January 17th. 2026 - Club Gender Tournament Results
Congratulations to
Our Gender Doubles Tournament Champions!
The week featured exciting daily round-robin play with regular scoring,
best two out of three sets, and a 10-point tiebreaker in lieu of a third
set. Great tennis, strong competition, and terrific sportsmanship
were on display.
Tournament Results
Men's Division 1
Winners: Craig Twitchel & Bob Lynne
Runners-Up: Tim Shumk & Chris Bernabe
Men's Division 2
Winners: Mike Davin & Glen Satre
Runners-Up: Pat Gleason & Jerry Geiszler
Women's Division 1
Winners: Barb Brown & Erin Dunn
Runners-Up: Barb Jo0rgensen & Kristina Traylor
Women's Division
2
Winners: Karen Tucker & Linda Carr
Runners-Up: Jo Lucas & Adriana Michael
Well done to our division champions, and sincere thanks to every
participant for making this tournament such a success. Events like
these are what make the IronOaks Tennis Club such a vibrantand
competitive community.
We look forward to seeing everyone back on the courts soon for the Mixed
Doubles Tournament!
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Monday, February 2nd -Saturday,
February 7th, 2026, Mixed Doubles Tournment
Mix It Up!
IOTC Mixed Doubles Tournament
Get ready to mix, match, and compete! The IronOaks
Tennis Club Mixed Doubles Tournament runs Monday,
February 2 through Saturday, February 7, with
play scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to
1:30 p.m., as needed.
You can sign up with a partner or register
solo — we’ll happily match you up. This is a
great opportunity to meet new players, enjoy spirited
competition, and have fun on the courts.
How to Sign Up
• Sign up on the tennis bulletin board or
• Email Bob Lynne at boblynnecpa@gmail.com
Deadline: Monday,
January 26 at 5:00 p.m.
Questions?
Email Kristina Traylor at funtraylor1@gmail.com or text Bob
Lynne at (480) 250-9300
Bonus: Lunch
will be provided on Saturday at
noon on the IOTC Patio — a perfect
way to wrap up the week!
Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait. We look forward to
seeing you on the courts!
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February 25 - March 1, 2026 -
Jason Morton Memorial Tournament
Registration
Now Open: Jason Morton Memorial Tournament | Feb 25 – Mar 1
The Jason Morton Memorial Tournament returns February 25
through March 1, 2026, bringing top competitive tennis
to the courts at IronOaks Fitness and Racquet Center.
This USTA Southwest – Level 5, prize money event
attracts skilled local and out-of-state players from
across the country, competing in NTRP singles and
doubles divisions for ages 18+ through seniors.
Tournament Details
• February 25 – March 1, 2026
• Entry Fee: $55
• Registration closes February 15, 2026
Division Limits (Strictly Enforced)
Players may register for a maximum of **two divisions**
• 1 Singles + 1 Doubles **OR**
• 2 Doubles
(*Multiple singles divisions are not permitted)
About the Tournament
This tournament honors Jason Morton, former Head Pro at
IronOaks and founder of the original Oakwood tennis
facility. A nationally recognized player and coach,
Jason represented the U.S. in international competition
and earned more than 100 national gold and silver balls.
The IronOaks tennis facility was dedicated in his name
in 2011, celebrating his lasting impact on the game and
the community.
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To register, visit usta.com
Compete for the prize. Play for the legacy.
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Monday - Saturday, January 12th
- 17th, 2026 - Club Gender Tournament
Please click "Tournaments"
tab
to view rules and schedule
for our Club Gender Tournament.
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Wednesday, December 31, 2025
IOTC Wraps Up 2025
with a Festive Year-End Bash
The IronOaks Tennis Club celebrated a fantastic year
with its annual Year-End Bash,
held Saturday, December 27, on the Stone & Barrel patio.
Over 70 members and guests joined us for an evening of
hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, great conversation — and a
beautiful Arizona sunset.
“In addition to tennis, these moments of connection
are what truly make our club special,” said Kristina
Traylor, Tennis Play Director. “It was a
wonderful way to celebrate our members and look ahead to
another exciting year.”
In 2025, IOTC hosted fundraisers, tournaments, and
several social events — including inter-community play —
to continue strengthening our vibrant tennis offering.
With 10 lighted courts,
organized weekly play, teams and leagues, and private
and group instruction from USPTA pro Kwong
Young, IronOaks Tennis Club looks forward to
another year of great tennis and camaraderie.
Thank you to everyone who made 2025 such a success —
we’ll see you on the courts in 2026!
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Saturday, December 20, 2025
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Monday-Friday, January 12-16,
2026
Get ready for one of IronOaks Tennis Club’s most popular
events of the season! 🎾
The IOTC
Gender Doubles Tournament returns January
12–16, 2025, with
matches played daily.
Details at a
glance:
• Members only
• Gender Doubles format
• Matches played daily
• Last year’s winners must
select a new partner if
playing in the same division
Sign-up is easy:
Add your name to the sign-up
sheet on the IOTC bulletin
board.
Need a partner or have
questions? Contact Kristina
Traylor at 480-665-8700.
Spots fill quickly—don’t
miss your chance to compete,
connect, and have fun on the
courts!
See you out there!
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Saturday, December 13, 2025 -
Play Lineup for Tomorrow’s IOTC Social
Hello everyone,
We’re looking forward to a fun morning of tennis at our IOTC
Social tomorrow starting at 9:00 a.m. with
our friends from Cottonwood,
Springfield, and Robson.
Attached below is the play lineup for
the event. We’ve done our best to balance levels, mix
players from different communities, and create a social,
competitive, and enjoyable experience for everyone. Please
check your court assignment and match time, and plan to
arrive a little early so we can start right on time.
A few quick reminders:
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Check in when you arrive so we know you’re here.
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Warm-up time will be brief to stay on schedule.
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Most importantly, have fun, meet someone new, and
show our guests the great sportsmanship and hospitality
IOTC is known for!
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If you see any major conflicts in the lineup, please let me
Kristina Traylor know as soon as possible.
Looking forward to a great day of tennis together!
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Friday, January 2, 2026 - Tennis Social
Cancelled
Please note that the Tennis Social with
Springfield scheduled for Thursday, January 2nd has been
cancelled.
But great tennis is still ahead!
Please mark your calendars for
our upcoming January and February events:
These events are still on, and we’re
looking forward to strong participation from our IOTC
players. More details and sign-up
sheets will be posted soon on the tennis bulletin board,
so keep an eye out!
Thank you, and we appreciate your flexibility.
See you on the courts!
Saturday, December 13, 2025
High School
Tennis Match at IronOaks — This Saturday at 1:30 PM!
IronOaks Tennis Club is proud to host an exciting high
school matchup this Saturday: BASIS
Chandler Boys and Girls Varsity Tennis vs. BASIS Ahwatukee.
Play will begin promptly at 1:30 PM,
starting with the National Anthem.
We’d love to see a great turnout from our IOTC community —
come enjoy an afternoon of competitive tennis and support
these talented student-athletes!
Bring your friends, your tennis spirit, and your applause.
Hope to see you there!
Saturday, December 27, 2025 - Holiday Social Hour
for IOTC
Saturday,
November 29, 2025 - IOTC Shines at Bradshaw-Neu Charity
Saturdays, December 6, 2025
Great news, IronOaks players!
Live Ball with Tony Simonelli is
back in action starting Saturday,
December 6th at 9 a.m. on Court
6. If you’ve missed the fast-paced fun and
high-energy drills, mark your calendar — we can’t wait to
see you out there!
Don’t forget to sign up on the tennis bulletin board to
reserve your spot.
See you on the court!
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Hi IronOaks players,
We’re hosting friends from Robson, Cottonwood, and
Springfield for a fun, mixed-club Tennis Social on Saturday,
December 13, 2025.
Play starts: 9:00 a.m. on the IOTC courts
Lunch: 11:00 a.m., hosted by the IOTC VOS Team, The Alley
Cats (co-captains Kaipo Simonelli & Kathy Klotz)
Format: Teams will be a mix of players from every club — a
new, all-play-together format chosen by all club
coordinators to keep things extra social and fun!
Please sign up on the tennis bulletin board by Monday,
December 8, 2025.
Questions? Contact Kristina Traylor at funtraylor1@gmail.com
or text 480-665-8700.
See you on court!
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Veterans Day
Celebration at IronOaks Honors Service, Sport, and Community
On November 11, 2025, the IronOaks Tennis Club and Sun Lakes
HOA 3 proudly hosted A Veterans Day
Celebration at the IronOaks Tennis Club
courts—a morning of gratitude, tennis, and togetherness.
The event honored our nation’s veterans and featured
exhibition play from the Grand Canyon
University (GCU) men’s and women’s tennis teams,
along with spirited matches between the IronOaks
Ladies and Perry
& BASIS Chandler High School teams.
Highlights included a stirring National
Anthem by Bella Taylor, an awe-inspiring AH-1
Cobra Attack Helicopter flyover, and a meet-and-greet with
the GCU teams and coaches.
Sponsors included IronOaks residents Tony and Kaipo
Simonelli, as well as Francine Nolan and Kara Maggio of
Cactus Mountain Properties, Carey and Trish Kolb of The Kolb
Team, Suzy Steinmann of The Redeemed Team and Charlee Young
of The Young Home Team.
“It was an honor to bring together players, neighbors, and
veterans in a shared spirit of gratitude,” said CJ
Berry, IOTC President.
“Seeing our community unite in support of our veterans was
truly inspiring,” added Tony Simonelli,
event organizer..
November 8, 2025
CELEBRATING BETTY SANDERS’ 99th BIRTHDAY
Recently, many friends came to celebrate Betty, on her
99th birthday, on the IronOaks Fitness/Racquet Club
patio. We are all in awe of her quick wit and lively
sense of humor.
Betty has been a part of the Sun Lakes community for
years, and many of you may know her from her days of
volunteering at the Posse and with Neighbors Who Care.
She remains active in the United Methodist Church’s
Bible Study and embraces her faith. She is also a long
time tennis player and enthusiast.
Betty recently moved to Robson Reserve and it is no
surprise that she continues to workout on a daily basis
and hobnob with her numerous friends.
What a gift to be 99 years old and be so active. We are
all looking forward to celebrating her 100th birthday
next October!
November 6. 2025
IronOaks 65+ USTA Ladies
Doubles Team Earns Wild Card to Southwest Sectionals
Exciting news from the courts! The IronOaks 65+ USTA
Ladies Doubles Team has been invited to compete in the
USTA Southwest Sectionals Tournament this December in
Surprise, Arizona, as a Wild Card entry.
Throughout the 2025 winter and spring seasons, this
talented group has shown exceptional teamwork,
determination, and a love for the game — all while
keeping the spirit of fun and friendship alive. The team
is a combination of IronOaks and Cottonwood players who
share a passion for tennis and camaraderie on the court.
Team members: Captain Bonnie Greco, Barb Jorgensen,
Janet Kelly, Carmella Davin, Cathy Coin, Traci Lynch,
Cathy LaPointe, Rose Bowers, Jenette Curran, Julia
Romanin, Ollie Johnson, Diane James, Michelle Mather,
and Adriana Michael.
“Our team is thrilled and honored to represent IronOaks
at Sectionals,” said Captain Bonnie Greco.
“This invitation reflects the dedication and
sportsmanship that define our club,” added CJ Berry,
IOTC President.
Congratulations to these outstanding
players—and best of luck at Sectionals! 🎾
November 1. 2025
IronOaks
Tennis Club Aces a Successful “Welcome Back Fall Fiesta”
The IronOaks Tennis Club kicked off the new season in festive
style with its Welcome Back Fall Fiesta on Saturday, November 1,
bringing together members and guests for a morning of tennis,
fun, and friendship.
The day began with a lively Tennis Apparel Sale on the Fitness
Center patio that raised funds for the club. Carmella Davin
spearheaded the clothing sale, with help from Olena Buxton and
Riki Sadosky. Players then hit the courts for Social Play,
followed by a delicious “Make Your Own Tacos” lunch hosted by
the Valley of the Sun ladies’ team, “Party at the Net.”
“The Fall Fiesta is one of our favorite ways to welcome everyone
back to the courts,” said CJ Berry, IOTC President. “It’s about
reconnecting, having fun, and celebrating the spirit that makes
this club so special.”
“From the morning sale to the last serve, you could feel the
excitement everywhere,” added Kristina Traylor, Tennis Play
Director. “It’s the perfect start to another great season.”
The IronOaks Tennis Club welcomes players of all levels and
offers year-round opportunities for play, clinics, and community
events.
Ladies VOS Team “Party at the Net:”
From left: Vivian Guimond, Melissa Emery, Mary Stephens, Cari
(CC) Capelouto, Edith Tanniru and Susan Aparicio.
Clothing Sale:
Melissa Emery shares her “haul” with Kristina Traylor at the
tennis clothing sale.
November 11, 2025
A Veterans Day Celebration
The event honors those who have served and
showcases the Grand Canyon University men’s and women’s tennis
teams, as well as the Sun Lakes Community. Sponsors include Sun
Lakes residents Tony and Kaipo Simonelli, The Young Home Team —
Charlee Young, The Kolb Team — Carey and Trish Kolb, The
Redeemed Team — Suzy Steinmann, and Cactus Mountain Properties —
Francine Nolan and Kara Maggio.
Thanks to their support, the half-day
celebration will feature a full line-up of exciting events:
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8:15 AM: Tennis Match with
IronOaks Ladies vs. Perry & Basis Chandler
High School Teams
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9:30 AM: Veterans Gather Around
Tennis Stadium Courts
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9:40 AM: National Anthem Sung by
Bella Taylor
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9:45 AM: AH-1 Cobra Attack
Helicopter Flyover
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10:00 AM: GCU Men’s & Women’s
Exhibition Tennis Matches
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12:15 PM: Meet and Greet GCU
Tennis Teams and Coaches
November 1, 2025
Welcome Back Fall Fiesta – Tennis, Lunch & Fundraiser
Mark your calendars! Saturday, November 1,
2025 is shaping up to be a fun day at
IronOaks.
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Sale begins: 9:00 a.m.
(IOTC Patio/Courts)
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Social Play: 10:30 a.m. (3
sessions of 40 minutes – all levels welcome)
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Lunch: Noon, hosted by the
VOS team Party at the Net
How to Register:
Sign up on the Club Bulletin Board or email Kristina at funtraylor1@gmail.com.
Questions? Text Kristina at (480) 665-8700.
📌 Email sign-ups are welcome too!
Donation Box Now Open!
A donation box for lightly used athletic,
tennis, and pickleball attire is now
located in the IOTC Fitness Center lobby.
All sale proceeds on November 1st will directly benefit IOTC.
Come for the tennis, stay for the fun, and help support our
club!
Monday, September 29 to November 3, 2025
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Go to "Postings" tab
for Team Tennis Schedule
Monday, September 15, 2025
Last
Chance to Sign Up for Team Tennis!
Monday, September 15, 2025
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IronOaks Tennis Club and Sun Lakes HOA 3 are co-hosting “A Veterans
Day Celebration” at the IronOaks Tennis Club courts on
Tuesday,
November 11, 2025.
The event honors those who have served and showcases the Grand
Canyon University men’s and women’s tennis teams, as well as the Sun
Lakes Community. Sponsors include Francine Nolan and Kara Maggio of
Cactus Mountain Properties, Carey and Trish Kolb of The Kolb Team,
Suzy Steinmann of The Redeemed Team, Charlee Young of The Young Home
Team, and Sun Lakes residents Tony and Kaipo Simonelli.
Monday, September 8th, 2025
TEAM TENNIS UPDATE!
Enjoy competitive co-ed, all-level, mixed-doubles play this
fall!
Sign up for Team Tennis, and enjoy a weekly match on Monday
evenings at 6 p.m. This six-week session begins on September 29
and concludes on November 3. Can't play weekly? Be a sub! Sign
up on the tennis bulletin board outside the fitness center. Be
sure to indicate your level (A-B-C-D).
Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Sunday, Septemver 1, 2025
How it Works:
- Open to all IronOaks residents (Tennis Club membership
not required).
- Four teams were formed with players across various skill
levels (A, B, C, D).
- Each team has a captain + unique team name.
- Matches:
- A & B players play one 8-game pro set.
- C & D players play one 8-game pro set.
- No-ad scoring. Every game won = 1 point for your team.
- Each team plays every other team twice.
Can’t commit weekly? Join as a substitute player!
Sign up today on the Tennis Bulletin Board!
Have fun playing with friends and neighbors! Bring your game,
your spirit, and let’s make this a
fun new IronOaks tradition!
Monday, August 18th, 2025
Great News! The Chelsea Tennis Reservations app is now
available for download on both Apple and Android smartphones. With
this app, you can:
· Create a profile
· Reserve a court and time if you’re inside the 4-day window
· Request a court and time if you’re outside the 4-day
window
· Review your upcoming schedule
· See your friend’s schedules
· See a court sheet listing of who’s playing on which court
Once you’ve downloaded the app, you’ll need the Chelsea club
code (IRON200) and your member number to activate usage. Your member
number and password are the same.
Below are screenshot examples of the home page and a booking
page.
Saturday, August 16th, 2025 - Live
Ball
Saturday, July 5th, 2025 - July
5th, 2025 Pancake Breakfast
Click here
for the Mixed Doubles Schedule
Click here
for the groupings
Click here
for the tournament schedule
Click here
for the rules and prizes
Call Kristina(480)665-8700 if you have any questions. Click here to find out when and whom you play.
IRONOAKS TENNIS CLUB’S END-OF-YEAR CELEBRATION A
SMASHING SUCCESS.
IronOaks tennis members were treated to a complimentary buffet-style
dinner catered by Famous Dave's BBQ on Saturday, December 28, 2024.
Kristina Traylor, the Tennis Play Director for the board, expertly
orchestrated the event with assistance from the Alley Cats, a Valley
of the Sun tennis team in Sun Lakes. “The tennis club financed the
celebration with proceeds from last year’s Jason Morton Tennis
Classic,” a spokesperson mentioned. This prestigious annual
tournament, hosted at the IronOaks Tennis Center, attracts top-tier
players nationwide. It will be held again this year from February 26
through March 2, 2025 at the IronOaks Tennis Club.
Wednesday, January 8th-9AM in IronOaks Ballroom
Alert to the IronOaks Tennis
Community –
We need to pull together to save our courts, and your involvement
is critical!
This is an all-points bulletin
for tennis members to attend the Master Planning Committee/HOA meeting
on January 8th at 9am in the Oakwood ballroom. It is paramount that you
understand the status of the Master Planning Committee process regarding
expansion of the fitness/wellness center. Some of the concepts floated
to date are based on taking tennis courts, so if you want to preserve
our assets, learn, and get involved. At the meeting on January 8th,
details will be provided on how to sign up for homeowner input sessions
to be held later in January. Plan to sign up.
Do not rely on rumors. Go to the meeting and get educated. Again, the
future of your courts will depend on this. Please step up and help
ensure that the legacy of IronOaks Tennis is preserved and be sure to
pass the word around.
Respectfully,
Your IOTC Board of Directors
Monday thru Saturday, January 13th-18th, 2025 - Gender Doubles
Tournament
Saturday, 12/28/2024 - End of Year Tennis Celebration
Thursday, 12/12/2024 -
Sip and Serve Master Tennis
Saturday, 11/23/2024 -
Encanterra Interclub Event
Saturday, 11/9/2024 -
Welcome Back Social
Sign up sheet located on bulletin
board in back patio of fitness center.
Registration is now open for the 2024 edition of the Bradshaw/Neu Charity Tennis Tournament. As it was
last year, each player must register using the tournament website ( www.bradshawtennis.com).
Players must pay a registration fee which must be done
on the website itself.
Click here for more details.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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