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The 2007 IRT Lynmar Classic

LYNMAR CLASSIC
March 7-11,2007

Those of you who have participated in the Lynmar Classic know that it is truly Colorado's premier racquetball event. For those of you who have not experienced it, hold on to your racquets! This year's event will be even bigger and better than ever.

The Lynmar Classic will be a full (Tier 1) stop on the Men's International Racquetball Tour. This means that the top IRT racquetball professionals in the world will be here for some full-blown racquetball action. Come a witness the likes of #1 player in the world Jack Huczek, Six time number one Cliff Swain, 2006 US OPEN champion Jason Mannino, Mexico’s best Alvaro Beltran and California's Rocky Carson battle for this coveted title. The IRT is extremely excited to be back in the great state of Colorado and look forward to bringing the greatest racquetball show on Earth to the Lynmar Racquet and Health Club.

Help will be needed at all levels to pull this event off. If you would like to be a tournament patron, a sponsor or offer your services, contact Eddie Meredith at 491-4703. More info on this event will forthcoming on www.lynmarclub.com and on www.irt-tour.com the official site of the Men's IRT Pro Tour.

The Lynmar Racquet and Health Club’s mission is: "To provide the best quality professional instruction and personalized service to fitness, group fitness, tennis and racquetball individuals and families in Colorado Springs, in an environment of comfort, safety and cleanliness."

Come out and enjoy the finest racquet and fitness facility that Colorado Springs has to offer. The Lynmar Racquet and Health Club has everything you need to enjoy a healthy lifestyle in the Rockies.


Lynmar offers a myriad of activities that keep its members in shape – while having fun at the same time. Here's what you can enjoy at Lynmar ...

Twelve "State of the Art" Tennis Courts (Eight Indoor, Four Outdoor) Private and group lessons available, extensive junior programs, leagues, and tournaments.

Five Championships Racquetball Courts Official training facility for the USA Racquetball teams, featuring two back-wall glass exhibition courts with bleachers, private lessons, leagues and tournaments.

Indoor/Outdoor Swimming Pool Affordable “one-on-one” swimming lessons for all ages, aquatic exercise programs, Arthritis classes, open swim, and adult lap swim times, plus much more!

Aerobics Gymnasium with Air-Suspension Floor Over a dozen professional instructors (all ACE or AFAA and CPR certified) offer Yoga, Tai-Chi, Pilates, Spinning, Cardio-kickboxing and much more. All group fitness classes included with memberships!

Fully equipped Fitness and Health Center Our cardiovascular equipment includes: Precor cross-trainers, treadmills, Stairmasters, Nordic-Tracs, rowers, computerized bikes, and much more! Plus, a full line of Keiser and Cybex exercise equipment and a loaded free weight area featuring the Icarian free weight system! All trainers are ACE certified.

PLUS ... these club services and amenities:

Restaurant & Lounge

Banquet Rooms & Catering

Full nursery service

Special senior & kids programs

Physical therapy & massage therapy on premise

Nutritional counseling available

Towel & locker service

Separate hot-tubs, steam rooms & saunas

Four private tanning rooms

Pro-shop

Juice bar

Indoor basketball (1/2 court)

Wallyball

Sand volleyball courts

Indoor/outdoor party facilities

Social activities, trips, events, etc…and much more!!!

Lynmar Racquet and Health Club is dedicated to extending and expanding their vision of excellence in family fitness.

Mailing Address:
Lynmar Racquet and Health Club
2660 Vickers Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Event Sponsors
Interested in sponsorship of the Lynmar Classic

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http://www.lynmarclub.com/Racquetball/Lynmar%20Classic/07classic_sponsorship.pdf
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2007 Lynmar Classic

 

 

 

Colorado Springs CO- The Lynmar Racquet and Health Club was the host club for the Lynmar Classic and what a great club it is. The club also is the official training center for the USA Racquetball team. With two great back wall glass courts and ample seating for the fans, this is a great venue for the IRT to showcase its star players. The amateur draw was the largest in years making this the premier event in the Colorado racquetball.

 

Event director Eddie Meredith runs a great event and has a fantastic support staff with his lovely wife Mary at the helm, son Chuck doing whatever is necessary to keep the event running smooth and Diane Feldstein keeping the matches on time. Everyone at the event had a great time and saw some great IRT action.

 

Jason Mannino would come out the victor at this event defeating Mexico’s Alvaro Beltran in a five game match (1) (6) 5 5 5. Beltran came out on fire in this match and looked to be on his way to his first IRT title when he made mention that this was his match to Jason and the crowd. Much to the crowd’s delight, Mannino turned to the crowd and stated that it was not over and get ready for some racquetball. Mannino backed up his words and took the next three games and the first place winners check. Beltran got to the finals by taking out #1 Jack Huczek 10 (8) (0) 9 8. This was a barnburner of a match that saw Beltran lose his cool in the third only to come back and win. Rocky Carson put up a good fight in game one against Mannino in the other semi but lost the next two rather easily and with little fight 12 3 3.

 

Ben Croft would continue his stellar play upsetting Shane Vanderson in the round of sixteen and eventually bowing out in the quarters to Huczek. Jason Thoerner also found his game and a spot in the quarters against Beltran but Beltran had too much game in this one winning in three straight. Mitch Williams had an impressive showing against Rocky Carson in the quarters in a four gamer, losing three close games. Chris Crowther had a five game war with Andy Hawthorne in the sixteen’s and ran out of gas against Mannino in the quarters. The depth of the draw was very strong as youngsters Charlie Pratt and Jordan Walters looked impressive, as did veteran Woody Clouse in the round of sixteen. 

 

 

 

Side notes:

 

Great job by Eddie Meredith on hosting his second full ranking event. Eddie has run this event for years and is a great asset to the sport of racquetball

 

Hats off to Mary Meredith and Diane Feldstein who held down the tournament all weekend and kept everything on time. Also thanks to Chuck Meredith for all the help behind the scenes.

 

 

The Lynmar Racquet and Health club is a great venue for a pro event. The fans are knowledgeable and embraced the IRT with open arms. The twin back wall courts with great seating create a great environment for the IRT.

 

Thanks to Jim Hiser for all your support of this event working the desk and sponsoring the event.

 

 

Thank you to all the sponsors of the event and we look forward to coming back next season.

 

 
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