We are looking for an inspirational leader to take over the role of Chair to lead Dorset Tennis into an exciting future. The position will become vacant later this year when Richard Henshaw, our current Chair, retires from the role. A full description of the role can be found here. The position brings with it […]
News & Updates
Volunteer Opportunities at LTA Major Events
The LTAs Major Event Programme comes to life over the summer with the grass-court season showcasing the best of British tennis and applications are now open to volunteer at Major Events this summer. The LTA are looking for passionate and enthusiastic Volunteers to be the driving force behind their programme of events which includes The […]
‘Ready, Play’ – Online Guide to Competition for Parents and Carers
The LTA has put together an online guide containing key information to help parents and carers support their child and is ideal for parents and carers of players who are new to competition – ‘Ready, Play’ – An Online Guide to Competition for Parents and Carers The LTA has worked in conjunction with the LTA […]
LTA Youth & National League Summer 2024 – Entries Open 28th December
On-line entry for the Dorset LTA Youth League and National League opens 28th December 2023 closes 28th February 2024. There are events for all junior age groups, 8U to 18U plus Open Men’s, Open Women’s and Open Mixed. Competition Formats Mixed 10U, 9U and 8U will be one day events at either David Lloyd Poole […]
2024 School Competitions – Entry Now Open
Online entry for the LTA Youth Schools National Championships and Year 7&8 and Year 9&10 Competition 2024 are now both OPEN. Entries close for both competitions, 2 pm – Friday, 19th January 2024. More info on the Competitions and details on how to enter can be found on the LTA website here. […]
Play Your Way to Wimbledon 2024
Venue Entry is now open for Play Your Way to Wimbledon 2024. All venues hosting a Play Your Way to Wimbledon competition must be LTA registered venues (clubs, parks & schools). To register your event and receive your Play Your Way to Wimbledon resource pack, submit your application by Sunday, 4th February. Packs will be delivered week […]
Talbot Heath School National Champions
Talbot Heath Schools U15 and U13 tennis teams recently competed in the LTA Youth Year 7/8 and Year 9/10 National Finals at Bolton Arena where the top 4 schools in Britain for each age group compete for the National Champions title. Many congratulations to the U13 team, Dani, Iraja, Emily, Sophie and Sayuri who won […]
Interview with Lucy Shuker, Acclaimed Wheelchair Tennis Player
Steve Davies, Chair of our Competitions Committee, recently had the opportunity to interview Lucy Shuker, acclaimed wheelchair tennis player. Watch the interview here. Lucy has had a remarkable season in 2023 achieving remarkable milestones and securing several prestigious titles throughout the year. Her exceptional talent and unwavering dedication have catapulted her to the forefront of […]
Coaches – NEW online course – Wheelchair Tennis: Building Tools and Confidence for Coaches
This course is aimed at coaches looking to develop and enhance their knowledge of wheelchair tennis. It equips coaches with the fundamental coaching principles, chair set-up considerations and appropriate maintenance and the tools to develop transformative wheelchair tennis programmes for players with physical impairments. Price: £20 Duration: 2 hours Credits: 2 Find out more and […]
LTA Winter County Cup 2023
Our men’s and ladies teams were in action for Winter County Cup, 24th to 26th November, the final County Cup event for 2023. The Men’s team, in Group 5a were at Taunton with opposition from Oxfordshire, Cumbria and Avon. Results Dorset v Oxfordshire : 5-4 win Dorset v Cumbria : 6-3 loss Dorset v Avon […]
