Wednesday, 20th April 2016: Billy Pollock: Omagh Lawn Tennis Club
Mr Pollock was introduced by club Vice-President, John McCandless whose words of welcome included mention of Billy’s other enthusiasm being that of a “radio ham”. Billy thanked the President and members for their invitation to speak and had doubted his ability to do so as many of the club records (covering the period 1921 – 1995) had ben mislaid. The club was formed in October 1892 and in March 1893 land was acquired from the Fleming Estate. A croquet lawn established in 1896. Billy’s talk focussed on people well-known in the world of tennis both locally and abroad. The club entered a period of decline in the 1970’s and he told many amusing anecdotes about their efforts to turn things around. The President thanked Billy Pollock for his most enjoyable and informative presentation. On Wednesday 20th April the club welcomed a new member, Mr Ivor Samson.