Somerset’s Hayley Butland, 15, won an under-18 tournament in Gloucester last week to qualify for a big under-18 tournament taking place in Bath from 6th to 13th December.
Following wins against Romi Gill of Staffordshire (4-2, 4-2) and Flora McFarlane of Gloucestershire (5-3, 4-1), she beat Alice White (Staffordshire) in the final 4-2, 4-2.
The competition will be tough in Bath, which is an LTA grade 3 tournament. It will be the first time Hayley, who plays at Taunton Tennis Club, has played at such a high level in the under-18 category.
“I’m really looking forward to it,” said Hayley. “Hopefully I’ll get a chance to play some higher-rated players – even if it’s just to learn from the experience.”