When did you start playing tennis? At school in Scarborough at 13, then a little at sixth form college, then nothing for quite some time.

When did you start playing at Barwick?  About four years ago in 2006, at the age of 40 to help with fitness and also for enjoyment.

Do you prefer singles or doubles?  Doubles

Greatest moment in your tennis career? Representing Yorkshire at Under 16 vs.Cleveland.

Best shot?  Forehand lob … but don’t tell anyone 

Worst shot?  Backhand … but again mums the word! 

If a fairy godmother was to give you a great slot then what would it be out of: forehand, backhand, drop, volley, serve?  Drop slot.

Favourite top men’s or women’s player? Roger Federer and Martina Navratilova

Favourite tennis moment? Federer vs. Nadal atWimbledonin 2009

Which famous person would you choose to be your doubles partner (men or mixed, past or present): Jonathan Ross

If you weren’t playing tennis in Barwick then where would you like to play tennis?Italy

What keeps you busy away from tennis? Work, Looking at his son, and playing bridge

What’s your tip to up and coming players at the club? Practice your weaker slots