Tennis

Despite many layers and rainjackets being compulsory, there has been good success in Giffnock’s winter tennis programme.

Alan Mackin and I have been working with the performance players in their squads on Tuesdays and Thursdays and hope that the players’ hard work in training can be rewarded in matches in many upcoming tournaments.

Mini Tennis
The autumn mini-tennis programme has been successful in a number of ways. The Saturday outdoor programme was enjoyed by many, with over 25 players attending regularly each week. The Wednesday classes, firstly at club and latterly at the Maccabi centre, reached full capacity with 30 players attending.

The next block starts week beginning 7th January, with the Maccabi centre expected to fill up fast, so get your application forms in now to avoid missing out. For more information, contact Chris Rose on 07745 227 269.

Matches
Furthermore, the mini-red, orange and green teams have enjoyed much success in their team matches, and with over 10 mini-red players making their match debuts this autumn, it is particularly satisfying for the coaches to see a high number of players competing and therefore gaining valuable match experience.

It is hoped though that the next block will see an increase in the number attending the mini-tennis matchplay sessions on a Sunday (Red 2-3pm/Orange 3-4pm). These classes are most beneficial and very enjoyable, as players learn about the rules of tennis through playing matches.

New Year
The coaches plan to extend the programme by delivering performance sessions to our most promising mini-red players (invite only) and offering mini-orange (age 8-9) club sessions starting in January. A reminder that Saturday and Sunday coaching sessions are free to members and the coaches would encourage that you take advantage of this.

Alan Mackin has settled very well into his new role as Giffnock Performance Coach having just come off the professional tour. He has enjoyed working with our junior players and they have gained immensely from his invaluable experience of playing at the highest level. 

Alan looks forward to his involvement with senior members which starts with ladies and gents team training at the slightly earlier time in the New Year of late January.

I would urge as many of you as possible to take advantage of the opportunity to attend these FREE sessions as Giffnock look to launch another successful season in the West leagues.

LADIES TEAM TRAINING               – STARTS TUESDAY 22ND JAN 7 -9 PM
GENTS TEAM TRAINING                – STARTS FRIDAY 25TH JAN 6.30 – 8.30 PM

See you on court.

Nick Firth
Head Coach

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