OXFORDSHIRE'S men team followed their County Cup promotion in the summer with a move up to the next group in the winter County Cup.

Led by Jon Maskens, the team of Joe Cartledge, Nigel Matthews, Jack Rooney and Josh Dawson were joined by debutants Tom Bowden and Giles Waterson.

All players contributed to the team success by winning at least one rubber, while Matthews starred with four out five wins in matches played.

After 6-3 wins against Isle of Man and South of Scotland, Oxfordshire faced hosts Durham on the final day.

Durham proved too strong, winning 5-1, with Matthews claiming his singles. But Oxfordshire’s second- place finish ensured a higher group next year.

  • The Oxfordshire Lawn Tennis Association’s annual meeting takes place at the Holiday Inn, Peartree, Oxford, on Wednesday (7.15pm).