Shirley women on charge.

(From The Christchurch Press)

Byline: MARSHALL Jane

Tired of holding the wooden spoon, Ruth Seeman is enjoying the stir she and her team-mates are causing in women's tennis.

Seeman and the Shirley team have been in commanding form this season and lead the ASB Bank Trophy women's inter-club competition.

Shirley's 5-1 win over Fendalton on Saturday saw it open a 30-point lead over nearest rival Cashmere, which had the bye.

Seeman said it was pleasing for the side to be unbeaten after four rounds.

"We've finished last for at least three seasons so it's a bit of a turnaround.

"We're delighted with where we're at, …