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5 Hour And 20 Minute Girls 10's Finals Tennis Match
(ContentDesk) July 6, 2005 -- The Girls 10's finals match began today (Wed., June 22) at noon and finished at 5:20, a 5 hour and 20 minute match. The participants were Katherine Lee, the #1 seed of Easley, Sc and Katie Tiller of Camden, SC. Lee won the match 7-6(2), 6-7(8), 1-0(5). Toward the end of the match it appeared to be a battle of who could keep the ball inside the lines. Rather than using their usual techniques in trying to finish off points, the physical stress forced both players to concentrate on just keeping the ball in and not making the last mistake.

At the end, they shook hands at the net and then embraced. Both girls were physically and mentally drained, not to mention the parents, other relatives, officials and other interested parties who had gathered to watch this unbelievable test of will and endurance.After

the match, both girls re-composed themselves remarkably in order to accept their plaques and take a few photos. The local news, Channel 10, which had been covering different aspects of the tournamet throughout the week, gave the girls recognition during their sportscast.This match was truly a testament to the training these young athletes receive; to their coaches, parents and family members who support, encourage and support their efforts; to all the Junior Tennis player in SC and throughout the region; to the USTA, it's officials and administrators and, most of all; to the heart and determination that Katherine and Katie must possess in order to accomplish such an impressive feat. Congratulations to both girls!Bill WardASAP/ACE Sports & Action PhotographyStatesville, NC704-876-0015e-mail protected from spam botso.