On Sunday, 19 April, the adult football team played its last 11-a-side game of the season (we lost 2-3 vs Kerala Tuskers, click to see photo of the team).
Looking back at the season, it was great!
The team is young, happy to play and really shows football skills.
We often had 6 to 8 subs, which means that everyone had to get out on the pitch for 30 minutes or more, but everyone accepted it without complaining.
Last but not least, we won the large majority of our games, which had not been the case for years.
Impromptu tennis social mix-in on Sunday -- all tennis players welcome
To take advantage of the fine spring weather this weekend, please come to the club this Sunday morning for an informal social tennis mix-in (doubles). Sign in at 10:00 for a 10:30 start with a 12:45 finish.
The Tennis Committee
We are happy to announce that you can book and play on our magnificent clay tennis courts.
Courts 1, 2, 4 & 5 are playable, and we hope to have Court 6 ready for play next week.
Please make the most of the excellent tennis weather in the days ahead.
But remember these important rules:
- Sweep and water the courts after you play.
- If the courts are very dry, water before and after you play.
- Wear tennis shoes for clay courts (no running shoes) to avoid damaging the surface.
- When the weather is wet, do not play on the courts even if you find the doors unlocked.
- If you do play on the courts when they are soaked, you risk damaging them by leaving deep footprints in the clay, which creates an uneven surface, leading to bad bounces and the risk of twisted ankles and knees.
- The courts are expensive to repair. Please treat them - and your fellow tennis players - with respect.
- And remember, white tennis attire, please.
We look forward to seeing you all on court soon!
The Tennis Committee
It's tennis tournament time again.
All SAC tennis players are invited to sign up for our annual internal tournament running from 28th April to 27 June when we will host Finals Day -- and the White Dinner in the Rose Garden.
Please sign up with this HelloAsso' link or by using this QR code.
As usual, there will be doubles for men, women and a mixed doubles draw, plus men's and women's singles. The tournament is open to adults (16+).
Please be judicious in how many draws you enter if you think you will be away for much of May.
We will be strict in scratching players who do not play their matches on time.
The Tennis Committee
For the first time in France, Shaun Murphy, World Champion and Triple Crown winner, will cross the Channel for a truly exceptional private exhibition at the Standard Athletic Club. (See poster in main article)
On Friday, 29 May 2026, from 7:30 pm, this black-tie evening will blend refinement with world-class sport: a cocktail reception, a seated dinner, and an intimate exhibition led by one of snooker’s greatest names, in the presence of Eurosport.
With 50 places already reserved by the French Billiard Federation, principal partner of the event, attendance will be limited to around 90 guests, ensuring a rare and exclusive atmosphere.
A decade after hosting Steve Davis, the Club once again prepares for one of its most prestigious evenings.
Limited booking: with only 40 members able to attend.
€80 — reserve as soon as possible on HelloAsso: Shaun Murphy - Black tie - Snooker Exhibition 2026
Please read the main article for full details.
Key points:
* Annual Section Subscription Rates remain unchanged for 2026
Please pay asap by transfer or cheque
* AGM/Prizegiving/Dinner was on Friday 20 March
* Golf Weekends Spring Weekend at Belle Dune 17-19 April, Autumn at Le Touquet on 25-27 September
* Spring Cup on 30 May and the Autumn Vase on 10 October.
* See a full calendar of Section and Villarceaux events in the main article
The season isn’t quite over, but we’re delighted to share that the SAC team has finished 4th in its pool in the 2nd Île-de-France division — a fantastic achievement! A big congratulations to all the players for their commitment, team spirit, and the excellent level of squash displayed throughout the season. SAC Squash continues to strengthen its reputation as a respected club in Île-de-France.
We are also very grateful for the support we receive, particularly from staff members who kindly stay late on Tuesday evenings to make our matches possible. It’s always a pleasure to witness competitive play combined with excellent sportsmanship and friendly hosting, with access to food and drinks afterwards.
(Please see more in the main article.)
The next tournament is planned for Tuesday, 24 February; the quiz will be reviewed at 2 pm, followed by play at 2:30 pm. See the main article for the quiz (or click here) - "Defence after opponent's Weak Two opening".
Please read the main article for the Handicap and FFB results of the December tournament, featuring a huge score for Anne (R.) and Naomi (who very kindly joined us at the last minute to make up the numbers) in North-South with 67.5% and another big score for Christine and Marie-Claire in East-West with 63.83%! Also in the 60s, Patrick and Luc, 2nd in EW with 60.67% and 2nd in NS, Nicole and Jean-Paul with 55.83%. The nationwide results will be sent out in due course by the FFB. The answers to the quiz are also in the main article.
Many thanks to Maureen, Joan and Anne for their help in organising the tournament, and to Christine and Carole for their invaluable assistance with the cocktail, and to all of the players for participating and helping with the clearing away!
In the main article, you'll find the results of Tuesday's tournament (and the answers to the quiz). A huge score was made by Marie-Claire and Jane - 66.26% in NS, and an excellent score was made by Bernadette and Patrick in EW - 59.61%; another brilliant score in NS - Joan and Ian with 57.05%. Well done to all of you!
Thank you all so much for participating! and also for helping with the clearing away. And my thanks to Carole and Tristan for their help in the kitchen and behind the bar.
The next tournament is planned for Tuesday, 24 February; the quiz (click here) will take place at 2 pm, followed by play at 2:30 pm.
See the main article for the handicap results of our tournament, the quiz, and more detailed comments.
Next month, the tournament will be on Tuesday, 31 March; click here to see the quiz.
Anne and Nicolas were the big winners in NS with 66.81% and - again! - Marie-Claire and Jane in EW with 65.63%. Tied for 2nd place in EW: Jerome/Patrick and Claudie/Albert with 62.69%, and in NS Dougie/Claude with 61.27%.
See the main article for copies of the "Handicap" and the "Nationwide" results, and the answers to the Quiz.
Warm congratulations to Jane and Françoise, 1st in East-West with 63.15%, and to Joyce and Claude, 1st in North-South with 62.05%; 2nd in NS - Joan and Ian with 60.42%, and 2nd in EW - Christiane and Claudia with 58.37%.
The final tournament of the year will take place on Tuesday, 16 December. (See the quiz here!)
Following the 4 Club and Putter Stableford competition held at Villarceaux on Saturday, 15 November, please go to the main article to see the results of that competition and the current state of play in the Sue Hall Trophy for the 3 best average Stableford scores over the season.
Whilst it is getting colder out there, it's getting warmer on the courts! 4 victories out of 4 matches. Putting the SAC at the top of the league! What a start from the team!
We also want to reiterate our invitation to all SAC members for our "Squash afternoon Challenge" on Saturday, 6 December. It will be an occasion for squash players of all levels to participate and meet some of the SAC squash (Bomb) Squad and play some fun squash formats! Play to start from 2 pm. We will also organise a cup trophy ceremony for last year's winner of the King's Cup, Jerome Rideau.
See you on the courts!
Four teams, made up of parents and children, took part in SAC's traditional Armistice Day football tournament on a perfect autumn morning on Tuesday, 11 November.
After a minute's silence following a short speech by Matthew Curtin, it was fellow sports-section head Laurent Brault who marshalled dads, daughters and sons into a mini-tournament of finely balanced teams, matching youth and experience.
Thanks to all who turned out for a memorable morning's sport.
(Click for full-sized picture)
The Sue Hall Trophy is for the average of the best 3 net Stableford cards posted throughout the year.
The current state of play can be seen in the main article.
The Golf Section’s 2025 Autumn Weekend took place between the 27th and the 29th of September in Granville, Normandy. Blessed with good weather, 18 participants enjoyed three days of golf and tourism in a beautiful part of Normandy, close to the Channel Islands and Mont Saint-Michel.
The Kiwi Cup (best net individual) was retained by the Jones family, this time with Ian in first prize with 41pts and Muriel in second. John Goodhardt won the Andrew Dean Trophy for best brut. The team competition on Monday was played in the Shamble format. It was won by the team of John Goodhardt, Corine Balleyguier and Jonathan Hibbs with a round of 63, followed by the team of John McCallum, Monica Greenwood and Naomi Moore also with a score of 63, but with a lesser back nine.
Thanks to all for your participation. Our next Golf Weekend will be in April 2026 at Belledune Golf Club in the Baie de Somme.
Read on for some photos
The Ten’Up tennis reservation system will be updated this weekend (5/6 October). Thanks to everyone who has paid their subs promptly by the 30 September deadline. For those who have not paid, if you would still like to access tennis reservations, please ensure that your payment is received before this weekend, when the Ten’Up system will be updated for current memberships.
A protective winter cover was put on the pool today. Click here for a photo.
Warmest congratulations go to Marie-Claire and Christine, 1st in NS with 60.60% and to Jane and Françoise, 1st in EW with 59.59%; 2nd in EW Richard and Leon with 58.54%, and 2nd in NS Jean (Pal) and Alain with 52.38%.
According to the FFB the tournament we played was an "Octopus simultaneous tournament".
See the main article for more information and the SAC and FFB results.
Thanks to Joan, Maureen and Pat for all their help in getting everything ready, Monica and Anne (R.) for their super contribution to the cocktail, and Christine (Butterworth) and Carole for their help in preparing the cocktail; and all of you for participating and helping with the clearing away!
Next month's tournament is planned for Tuesday, 14 October, Quiz at 2pm and tournament at 2:30.
