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  • Odlum Brown Van Open Tennis Tournament

    It’s one of the biggest sporting events of the summer for West Vancouver. The Odlum Brown Van Open tennis tournament, presented by Invesco, took place last week at Hollyburn Country Club. And while the action on the courts is always top notch, so are the people that help put it all together. Sitting in the sun and taking in a game couldn’t be better in this picturesque environment and opening night proved to be all that and more. The welcome reception, hosted by by Floyd R. Hill, was held on the patio where invited guests and VIPs got a chance to mix and mingle before heading court side for the opening ceremonies which included extra entertainment and performances. Congrats to all involved.

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    01 – Among today’s VIP are guests Shelly Davis, left, Chantale Courtemanche and Bianca Lindner.

    02 – CTV sports anchor Perry Solkowski, left, and cameraman Gary Rutherford get set up for a live hit directly from the courts.

    03 – Working behind the scenes to help make this tournament a reality every year are Terry and Cheryl Hooge.

    04 – Three cheers for these lovely ladies who help keep everything running smoothly. From left: Shelley Appleton-Benko, Marian Bayley, Sasha Evan and Cathy Greer.

    05 – Hollyburn athletic director Joanne Weiler and Hollyburn Country Club CEO Ed McLaughlin help welcome guests to the party.

    06 – Billet/organizer Carlota Lee and guest Dr. Michael Kates get a chance to chat during the VIP reception.

    07 – Hollyburn past president Ian Petrie and wife Carolyn toast the occasion in style.

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    By Catherine Barr – July 30, 2013

    Also as seen in print in the North Shore Outlook Newspaper on Aug 8, 2013

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  • Odlum Brown Vancouver Open Tennis Tournament at Hollyburn Country Club in West Vancouver

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    The Odlum Brown Vancouver Open tennis tournament was held last week at West Vancouver’s Hollyburn Country Club. Often billed as a showcase of the “stars of tomorrow”, this competition is anything but amateur. And while the talent on display here may be young, they all brought their A-games to the court in a series of impressive outings that any tennis fan would love. Needless to say, tournaments like this are nothing without the dedicated group of people who come into play behind the scenes. Last Tuesday, the VIP reception gave everyone a chance to mix and mingle as matches got underway on the picturesque sun filled court decks. Congrats to all involved.

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    01 – Odlum Brown’s Floyd Hill, who is also the tournament chair, oversees the scene alongside PR Gals Sasha Evans, left, and Che Winters.

    02 – Hollyburn members and tennis fans Elandra and John Chivers are among the guests at the VIP reception.

    03 – Thanks to tennis supporters Terry Hooge and wife Cheryl, left, seen here with guests Keith and Susan Wales, this tournament was a big success.

    04 – Tennis BC director Luke O’Loughlin, left, Robyn Mhony and Action Athletics Todd Deacon come out to see some of the opening day action.

    05 – Global BC TV personalities Sophie Lui, left, Anne Drewa and Wesla Wong watch the opening matches from the VIP boxes courtside.

    06 – West Vancouver’s Lee family is well known for their generosity at this and many other events. Here Lily and Robert Lee, left, cuddle with Carlota Lee who helped find billet homes for all the players.

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    By Catherine Barr – Aug 2, 2011

    Also as seen in print in the North Shore Outlook Newspaper on Aug 11, 2011