Joburg Tennis: Unite, Play, Thrive
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Development Mission & Vision
π― Mission Statement
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To promote and grow the game of tennis within our region by creating inclusive pathways for participation, competition, and coaching. Through structured leagues, tournaments, and grassroots initiatives, we aim to develop talent, support our clubs, and ensure tennis thrives across all communities.
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π Vision Statement
To be a driving force in South African tennis development β where every child, coach, and club, regardless of background, has the opportunity to play, grow, and succeed in the game.
Development Timeline & Achievements
π 18 March 2024 β Lacoste Games, Soweto
Organised in collaboration with TSA. Over 80 scholars from disadvantaged areas participated in this vibrant tournament.
π 11 April 2024 β Coaches' Safeguarding Course
Joburg Tennis hosted a training session to ensure coaches are certified in safeguarding, a requirement for working with children.
π 4 July 2024 β Ambassadors Fundraising Event
Held at the Annual Ambassadors Tennis Tournament in Pretoria. Equipment including racquets, shoes, and balls were collected. Robert received them from a representative of the Chilean Embassy.
π 4β8 July 2024 β American Express Super 8 Junior Tournament
Hosted at Ellis Park by Joburg Tennis. 311 entrants participated in one of the countryβs longest-running and most prestigious junior events.
π 20β21 July 2024 β Rising Star Primary School Tournament
36 primary school teams competed to represent Joburg Tennis at the National Rising Stars tournament in October.
π 3 August β 7 September 2024 β Central Corridor Junior Tennis League
In partnership with the City of Johannesburg. Over 80 disadvantaged scholars from Rabie Ridge, Alexandra, Turffontein, Kensington (Rhodes Park), and Soweto took part in weekly league play.
π 4 August 2024 β US Embassy Equipment Donation
The US Embassy donated racquets, balls, and shoes to support grassroots tennis development.
π August 2024 β Gauteng Sport Donation
Joburg Tennis applied for and received 15 pairs of tennis shoes from Gauteng Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture. Distribution:
- Moletsane (Soweto): 4 pairs + 1 tennis net
- Alexandra: 4 pairs
- Yeoville: 4 pairs
- Turffontein: 3 pairs
π August β September 2025 β Central Corridor Junior Tennis League
The Gauteng SACR Central Corridor, in collaboration with its partners, the City of Johannesburg (Sports & Recreation) and Joburg Tennis, has successfully concluded the Tennis Development League. This league featured participants from various regions within Johannesburg especially from the Townships and encompassed the following age groups: U-10, U-12, U-14, U-16, U-19, and U-25, for both boys and girls. The event was held at the Arthur Ashe Tennis Center in Soweto.
Go To Our Development League Overviewπ Community & Partner Support
β US Embassy
Racquets, balls, shoes
β Gauteng Sport
15 pairs of tennis shoes + net
β Fundraiser Donations
Collected racquets, shoes, and balls
π Highlights
Victorious in U19 & U23 Gauteng Corridors League
Robert received donation from embassy official