Annual 'Broken Toe' Tennis Tournament
Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Schoenherr Tennis Center
The longstanding ‘Broken Toe’ Tennis Tournament takes place each year at the Schoenherr Tennis Center in Ludington, and the 2026 event will be held on Saturday, July 11th at 8:30 AM. Top players from Pentwater and Ludington will compete against each other in a stack ranked doubles pairs format to earn the coveted “Trophy” that comes with annual bragging rights. The event received its name back in the 1970’s, when Ludington player Jack Shillinger donated a new trophy, but was unable to play. A trophy was introduced for the women’s tournament in 2009, thanks to Lincoln Hills Club President Caroline Schwass. The annual event has been a summer fixture for almost 50 years. We encourage PTPC fans to attend and cheer on their team.
Recent Results
2025: July 5th was a great day for the Pentwater tennis squad in their match vs. Ludington. Both the men’s and women’s teams prevailed. The men took 7 of 9 doubles matches on the day, while the ladies took 5 of 5 matches. Thanks to all of the PTPC players who participated, and congrats on a job well done! Thanks also to the Ludington team for hosting the annual match on their beautiful new courts!
2024: A great effort was put forth by both of the PTPC groups, leading to a split in the final match count. The Ladies Group took 5 of 7 doubles matches, earning congratulations for winning back the cherished Ladies’ trophy! The Pentwater men had success at the top of their lineup, but the Ludington’s men’s deep group of skilled players across all lines led to their victory. Thanks to all players who participated! Special thanks to the PTPC Social Committee, especially Linda & Don Baumann who spent their entire Saturday morning helping to serve coffee and breakfast snacks to the players and fans.
2023: All matches were rained out in 2023.
2022: The Pentwater men won 5-4, and the Ludington women won 5-2.
2021: The Ludington men won 4-2, and the Pentwater women won 4-1.
Shoreline Media published stories in both 2021 and 2022 (click on the link to read).