It was a pleasure to finally congratulate and present Brett Townsend with his LTA County Award 2025 for Coach of the Year. Brett wasn’t able to attend our Volunteers’ Day earlier in the year when the Awards were presented, so we were delighted to visit Canford School to present his Award in person. Nominations for […]
News & Updates
Junior Padel Team Competes In First County Friendly
Brilliant to see our junior padel players in action last weekend, 1st November, for their first team friendly match organised by Junior Team Captain, Luke Aggas. Up against Winchester Racquets & Fitness Club, who kindly hosted the event, both teams – 10 juniors, boys and girls in each – battled it out through some challenging […]
Seniors County Cup 2025 – Results
Our Senior Teams have been in action around the country during the summer months competing in Seniors County Cup. Congratulations to our Men’s O75s team who won their Group. Here’s how the teams got on : MEN’S Over 50s | Captain : Peter Jarvis Group 3B – Withdrawn Over 60s | Captain : Brian Cooley […]
LTA Venue Registration 2025/2026 Now Open
LTA Venue Registration for 2025/2026 is now open, closes Friday, 19th December 2025. More info with link to register can be found on the LTA website […]
Volunteer Opportunity – Chair, Performance Committee
Dorset Tennis & Padel exists to promote the games of tennis and padel at all levels throughout Dorset (the area covered by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, and Dorset Councils). It became a Charitable Incorporated Organisation in January 2025 and is now going through the approval process of the national LTA to recognise it as the successor to Dorset […]
LTA Dorset Coach Forum 2025
Another fantastic LTA Dorset Coach Forum at David Lloyd Poole, all about coaching doubles and helping young players build confidence at the net. Amazing energy on and off the court. Brilliant to see a record number of Dorset coaches catching up, sharing ideas and having some brilliant discussions in the off-court session, focused around how […]
Wheelchair Tennis Star Lucy Shuker Joins Dorset Tennis & Padel as Ambassador
We’re thrilled to announce that Lucy Shuker, multiple Grand Slam competitor and Paralympic flag bearer, has officially joined Dorset Tennis & Padel as our Ambassador to inspire the next generation and promote tennis and padel across the county. Fresh from competing on the world stage, Lucy brings her passion, experience, and leadership to our community, […]
8U – 11U Advantage Tour has arrived
The Dorset 8U-11U Advantage Tour is HERE! A brand-new, fun-first competition series designed to get more kids on court competing, playing as a team and having fun 🎉 UPCOMING FIRST EVENT Sunday, 2nd November at East Dorset Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club 8U – 2.30 pm to 2 pm 9U – 2 pm to 4 […]
LTA Awards and Dorset Tennis & Padel County Awards – Nominations Open
Nominations are open for the 2026 LTA Awards. All nominations must be submitted online through the nomination form on the LTA website: www.lta.org.uk/awards We’re excited to recognise the incredible contributions from players, coaches, clubs, and volunteers across Dorset. With a variety of award categories open for nominations, this is your chance to shine a spotlight […]
Sue’s 9 Hour Tennisathon in Aid of The Royal Osteoporosis Society
An American doubles style tournament and charity bake-off is being held at East Dorset Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, organised by Sue Hobden, in aid of The Royal Osteoporosis Society. Date | Sunday, 12th October How can I get involved? Sign up to play (minimum donation £5) individually or as a pair / team Get […]
