2004 saw the formation of the Marymount Tennis Club: The function of the club is to promote and assist in the management and playing activities of the schools tennis facilities. 2004 also saw the courts flood light for the use of the school community and the friends of the school community. Playing nights are planned which include:
- Monday coaching night 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm includes coaching and hitting on the ball machine with playing with enough numbers.
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 7.00 pm to 9.30/10.00 pm social fixtures. Played in a pairs or teams format depending on popular opinion.
- Friday night teenage social doubles challenge 5.00 pm to 8.00 pm.
- Saturday morning 8.00 am to 10.00 am junior fixtures for players starting their first fixture season. Saturday evening family nights 5.00 /6.00 pm to 8.00 /9.00 pm organized on demand of popularity. Courts can also be hired on an hourly basis.
Our official school coaching programs are run by our appointed coaches John and Trish Greig (Advanced and Level 3 members of the TCA). John and Trish have had over 40 years coaching experience ranging from pre-school beginner and multi skill activities through to touring at international level with teams and individuals. Their experience has been invaluable to our school establishing a complete coaching program before and after school for beginners through to advanced aspiring circuit players.
Their commencement of a gross motor skills sports program for Pre-School and the Year 1 transition classes has laid a strong foundation of discipline, co-ordination, balance and team work. The inclusion of tennis in the Advanced Sports Program (ASP) is another asset for Year 9 and 10 students who wish to do tennis as a subject. John and Trish continue to add vision and experience to their area of school education with their pro-active approach.
We are indeed indebted to have their services. For information relating to any tennis matters to not hesitate in contacting us on 5536 3463,or 0417 634 524 (John) or 0439 722 369 (Trish).
