Tennis-Times Newsletter | March 2025 Edition
Local Heroes & Highlights – Northamptonshire Players in the Spotlight
Oliver’s Breakthrough at Dallington!
On March 17th, young rising star Oliver delivered a brilliant performance to win the Grade 5 tournament at Dallington. Focus, grit, and great tennis—top effort, Oliver!
David Claims Silver in Mini Red Tournament
A massive congratulations to David, who secured 2nd place at a recent Mini Red Tournament. With big energy and cool composure, he made a fantastic impact on court. Keep up the great work!
County Representation – Dorina & Sophia Rise to the Top
March 2nd – A Weekend of County Colours We saw incredible representation for Northants with Ellie, Sebby, Sophia, and Dorina proudly stepping up to compete for the county.
Special congratulations to Sophia and Dorina, who helped lead the Under 9s team to victory, earning their place at the National Finals! 🏆
Their journey wouldn’t have been possible without the fantastic support of Northampton Tennis Coaching and Kettering Tennis Coaching, whose commitment to player development continues to shine.
Your dedication behind the scenes makes the magic happen.
National Finals – Top 5 Finish for U9s Girls!
Dorina and Sophia brought their A-game to the National Finals, finishing an impressive 5th overall while representing Northamptonshire.
We’re beyond proud of how they performed and the joy they brought to every match. A massive thank you to Captain James Haley for leading the girls with positivity and passion.
Keep training, keep enjoying—and keep smiling on and off court! 😊🎾
A Heartfelt Goodbye to Shivani
As @shivani.tennis begins a new chapter, we send her off with love and gratitude from the whole team at Northampton Tennis Coaching.
Her fierce passion, deep tennis knowledge, and her role as the female force in our coaching team won’t be forgotten. Thank you for everything, Shivani—you’ve been a game-changer.
Club Corner – What’s Happening Locally?
Duston Tennis Club
New Uniform Drop! – The club has launched a fresh, stylish new kit and it’s looking 🔥.
Roy’s Quiz Night brought fun and friendly competition into the clubhouse—top evening of laughs and brainpower!
Dallington Tennis Club
Olivia’s Near Win in Cambridge – She finished runner-up in a thrilling 9U Grade 4 Final, losing 10–107. A brilliant effort!
Tournament Firsts! – Huge shoutout to Rose, Florence, Tommy & Maya, who made their debut in the 8U event at Dallington. Their energy and enthusiasm lit up the courts. Great job team!
Easter Camps Across Northamptonshire
Looking for fun and active ways to spend the holidays? Join one of the many Easter Tennis Camps happening across Northamptonshire! Open to all ages and abilities, these camps are packed with games, coaching, fun competitions, and prizes.
Participating venues include:
Northampton Tennis Coaching (Various Sites)
Kettering Tennis Club
Duston Tennis Club
Dallington Lawn Tennis Club
Book early to secure your place and give your children the chance to learn new skills, make friends, and stay active this Easter!
Tennis Tips for Families and Children
Here are some simple tips to help families make the most of their tennis time together:
Keep It Fun – Play mini games or create family tournaments. Focus on enjoyment first! 🔄 Rally Together – Don’t worry about rules early on—just try to keep the ball going! 🏋️ Set Goals – Choose one new skill to learn or practice each week. 🏍️ Stay Active at Home – Use soft balls and simple equipment for indoor play when the weather doesn’t cooperate. Celebrate Progress – High-fives and encouragement go a long way in building confidence.
Tennis can be an amazing family activity that keeps everyone smiling and moving!
🌍 Tennis-Times Global – The Tennis World in Motion
🏆 Jack Draper Shines at Indian Wells
British No.1 Jack Draper clinched his first ATP Masters 1000 title at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, defeating 12th seed Holger Rune in straight sets.
👑 Sabalenka Storms Miami
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka powered through to win the Miami Open, defeating Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2.
🎯 Djokovic Denied 100th Title by Teen Sensation Mensik
In a stunning upset, 19-year-old Jakub Mensik defeated Novak Djokovic 7-6(4), 7-6(4) in the Miami Open final.
🇦🇺 Kasatkina Becomes Aussie
Top 20 star Daria Kasatkina has officially switched her allegiance to Australia.
🗓️ Upcoming Events to Watch
US Men’s Clay Court Champs – Houston | March 31
Monte-Carlo Masters | April 7
French Open – Roland Garros | May 25 – June 8
Tennis-Times – Celebrating Every Tennis Moment
We believe that behind every serve, every rally, and every team photo—there’s a story worth sharing. Through Tennis-Times, we aim to connect players, coaches, and clubs—making sure every tennis moment matters.
Thank you to our amazing coaching teams at Northampton and Kettering, the clubs across the county, and all the players and parents helping grow the game.
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