Back in 2016, a group of guys sitting around at shalosh seudos tossed around an idea—what if there were a way to get the chevra out of the house, moving, and connecting over something fun like tennis? Uri took that spark and turned it into something bigger: a local tournament that combined regular play with a healthy dose of achdus. What began as a small, simple initiative has grown into a community tradition—bringing people together through competition, camaraderie, and a shared love of the game.
To foster community, camaraderie, and healthy competition through organized tennis and pickleball play—bringing people together in a spirit of achdus, sportsmanship, and fun.
To build a lasting tradition of local sports that keeps people active, connected, and engaged—on and off the court.
In what some are calling “the biggest upset in tennis history,” Stevie Fruchter—yes, that Stevie Fruchter—stunned Dovid Schulman with a 10–7 victory to advance to the inaugural WITT finals. With relentless aggression (and at least one confirmed winner), Fruchter defied logic, expectations, and basic athletic aesthetics, leaving both the tournament and Schulman in disbelief. He then quietly fell to Yehuda Hammer in a forgettable final held at Woodmere Middle School—witnessed by absolutely no one.
Stevie Fruchter got his revenge in a really well-played match, defeating Yehuda Hammer 10–7 in a classic Stevie-style grind. Gritty, determined, and just chaotic enough to keep everyone guessing—an impressive finish to a wild ride of a tournament.
The tournament, delayed by injuries—including Steven Farbman’s unfortunate setback—and a general lack of urgency from several players, didn’t conclude until February. It was a pivotal moment in WITT history, ultimately leading to the institution of formal forfeits to keep things moving. In response, the commissioner has adopted a more aggressive approach to managing the now rapidly growing tournament, with renewed focus on structure, accountability, and timely play.
The TAWITT Finals delivered one of the most unforgettable nights in tournament history, as a packed Point Set crowd witnessed three epic championship matches. In Tier 3, Yosef Siegel overcame a slow start to defeat Jason Goldstoff 5–3, 5–4 (7–4) in a thrilling comeback victory. Tier 2 saw Adam Feit dominate early and hold off Ian Glastein for a convincing 5–0, 5–3 win, using sharp net play and relentless pressure. But the night’s main event was the Tier 1 showdown between Stevie Fruchter and Dovid Schulman—a three-set war that had it all: mental games, cramps, momentum swings, and heart. Fruchter took the first set 7–5, but Schulman stormed back 7–5 in the second, and eventually sealed the match 6–3 in the third after nearly four hours of play, claiming his first TAWITT title and cementing his legacy in WITT lore.
The Fourth Annual WITT Finals on September 7th delivered a night of unforgettable tennis at Point Set Indoor Stadium. In Tier 4, David Hercman defeated Yehuda Williams 6–3, 6–4, using precision and power to silence the crowd rooting for the fan-favorite. In Tier 3, Tzvi Plawes carried the weight of the Plawes name with a hard-fought 7–6(4), 6–3 win over Jay Nathanson, capturing the family’s first WITT title. Tier 2 ended in drama as Yeruchum Brazil, leading Yitzi Fried 6–4, 4–1, suffered a match-ending injury, handing Fried the title by retirement. But the night’s crown jewel was the Tier 1 battle between Dovid Schulman and Howie Hershkovich. Schulman took the first set 7–6(4), but Hershkovich clawed back 7–5, then stormed through the third to win 6–3, completing an epic comeback and securing his first WITT championship in front of a roaring crowd.
This recap honors an unforgettable night of tennis at the FAWITT Finals. Tier 3 kicked off with Yossi Reich edging out Adam Okun in a thrilling battle, taking the first set 6–3, dropping the second 3–6, then pulling away in the Super Tiebreak 10–6 to capture the title and eternal bragging rights. In Tier 1B, David Feder took control early against Yeruchum Brazil, winning a tight first set 6–4 and closing the door in the second with a 7–5 finish to earn his first FAWITT crown—while Brazil, once again, was left just short of glory. But the night’s true epic came in Tier 1, where defending champ Howie Hershkovich and challenger Yaron Markfeld went the distance in a dramatic showdown. Hershkovich claimed the first set in a tense 10–8 tiebreak, but Markfeld roared back to win the second 6–3. In a back-and-forth Super Tiebreak that had fans on edge, Markfeld sealed the championship 10–8, becoming the fifth different Tier 1 winner in FAWITT’s five-year history. The atmosphere was electric, the competition fierce, and the night a resounding celebration of sportsmanship, resilience, and community.
On a stormy September 1st, as Hurricane Ida pounded the East Coast, the Woodmere Invitational Tennis Tournament Finals delivered four unforgettable matches inside a thunderous Point Set Stadium. In Tier 3, Yosef Moskowitz dominated Baruch White 6–0, 6–4, using deep shots and smart play to claim the title. Tier 2 saw Joey Lehmann finally get his moment, outlasting Daniel Goldberg 7–5, 6–3 to earn long-awaited bragging rights (and maybe the best chicken at Sukkos). In Tier 1B, Yeruchum Brazil suffered yet another heartbreaking injury, falling 6–1, 6–0 to Eitan Shoshan after tweaking his hamstring early on. The night’s marquee matchup featured a gritty Tier 1 clash between defending champ Yaron Markfeld and challenger Dovid Rackman. After dropping the first set 7–5 and locked at 5–5 in the second, Rackman broke serve and sealed the match 7–5, 7–5, capping a career-defining run and cementing the night as a historic milestone for both the tournament and the extended Fenster family.
After 150 group matches and 96 knockouts, the SAWITT Finals did not disappoint, as four champions were crowned in a night full of grit, comebacks, and history. In Tier 3, Isaac Rosen outlasted BJ Frenkel 6–4, 7–6(0) with his trademark patience and nerves of steel. Tier 2 saw Yehudah Williams overcome a second-set deficit to defeat Yossi Reich 6–3, 7–5 and claim his first WITT title. In Tier 1B, Noam Mishkoff stunned Eitan Shoshan with a thrilling 6–3, 2–6, 10–7 comeback, turning a 4–7 Super Tiebreak deficit into championship glory. And in a Tier 1 rematch of the 2020 Finals, Yaron Markfeld made WITT history, taking down Howie Hershkovich 6–3, 6–2 to become the first-ever two-time Tier 1 Champion.
What a night—and what a finish to an unforgettable WITT season. With packed crowds, nail-biting matches, and drama across all courts, the finals delivered everything we could have hoped for and more. In Tier 3, BJ Frenkel avenged last year’s heartbreak with a thrilling 5–7, 6–2, 10–8 comeback over Bradley Lipman, dedicating his win to hard work, Fruchter, and YouTube. In Tier 2, Steve Brody stormed out to a 6–1 first set before Yehuda Zachter battled back 6–3 to force a super tiebreak, where Brody eked out a tense 10–8 win for the title. Tier 1B saw Scott Stone take out Baruch Weinstein 6–2, 7–5 in a gritty, hard-fought battle, marking his first WITT championship. And in what may go down as the greatest final in WITT history, David Rackman and Jeremy Brody traded blows in an epic Tier 1 clash. Brody took the first 6–4, Rackman answered 6–3, and in a heart-stopping super tiebreak, Rackman edged it 11–9 to claim his second career WITT crown. With every point played, every fan cheering, and every match a story of grit and glory, this finale truly captured what WITT is all about.
The final edition of This Week in WITT wrapped up an incredible season with eight championship matches and countless memories. In Tier 4, Shloime Cohen outlasted Zalmy Schiowitz 6–3, 7–5 in a grueling battle of mirror-image grinders, restoring British tennis pride to levels unseen since Andy Murray. Tier 3B saw Yoni Bernstein sweep a flu-ridden Meir Weinberg in straight sets for his long-awaited hardware. In Tier 3, Yosef Moskowitz overpowered crowd-favorite Aryeh Young in dominant fashion, 6–2, 6–1, though murmurs about his eligibility continue. Tier 2B featured Marc Gelbtuch pausing a wedding to edge Shalom Katz 6–3, 7–6(3) in a match fueled by urgency and fresh capon. The Tier 2 final between Zvi Gewirtz and Jonathan Schattner was the match of the week, with Gewirtz claiming his first title in a thrilling 7–5, 5–7, 10–8 win. In Tier 1B, David Feder defeated Mordy Jacobs 6–4, 6–4 to capture his second title, bouncing back from a rocky group stage. Then came the Tier 1 final—Uri Burger vs. Dovid Rackman—a deeply personal match capped by a heart-wrenching 7–5, 6–4 defeat for Uri, despite early leads in both sets and a wave of crowd support. Rackman secured his third WITT title, while Uri reflected with grace on what really matters: the community, the friendships, and the overwhelming support that transcends the scoreline. It was a fitting end to the summer—a reminder that in WITT, wins happen both on and off the court.
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