The primary schools mini tennis competition programme was held at Writhlington Tennis Centre with fifteen teams taking part in the Midsomer Norton competition, from 11 schools involving 60 pupils aged 7- 9 years.
This event, organised by the Writhlington Coaching Team, supported by Wesport and the LTA, forms the initial stage of the competition pathway leading from local competitions through to a Wesport County Final. The 2015 County Final will be held on Wednesday 8th July at Bath University and the winners Shoscombe for the second year running were the winners in Midsomer Norton so will go to the County Final.
Beth Jones from Schools Partnership said 'This is an excellent way for children to experience competitive tennis in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere, with their friends from schools. A HUGE vote of thanks must go to the team of coaches, young leaders and volunteers who helped to ensure the tournament ran smoothly. We hope these young people are now encouraged to play more tennis at the numerous clubs & centres now in the B&NES area.’
Mandy Stonier, Head of Tennis said ‘I thoroughly enjoy watching and overseeing this tournament as it is the culmination of years of hard work by my coaching team and other coaches in the area, ensuring tennis in the Midsomer Norton is thriving not only with adults but with the children, who are the future of the sport.'