TOURNAMENTS

In recognition of their past services to the association and the game of tennis the following were elected life members:

• W. Thurling
• AS. McNaught
• W. Hair
• Mrs W Bussey
• J McDougall
• Angus Smith OBE- Angus Smith was named 'Player of the Century' at the Centenary Celebrations in August 2011
• T Hughes
• Mrs G Hughes - passed away in January 2002
• H Jalland
• W E Wheeler, Bill as secretary of the association for 11 years in 1960s. Passed away in March 2002.
• S Goldring
• Mrs M Farren
• A J O'Neill
• Mrs Peggy Johnston - passed away on 24 December 2005.
• Gary Smith
• Mrs Roslyn Olssen elected in December 2002, Ros was on the association committee and President of Clevlend Tennis Club.
• John King
• Pauline Shield- Pauline is the President of the Tennis Vets Club Inc 

The association would like to receive information on any of the above people for history purposes.

 2011 Committee

Tennis Townsville celebrated a truly magnificent milestone in August 2011, 100 years as an Association on its present location of 32 Burke Street, North Ward in Townsville.

A centennial accomplishment such as this demonstrates the perseverance and dedication by all those involved within the Tennis Townsville Community. Aside from successfully operating the North Queensland Open Tournament for over 100 years, Tennis Townsville have played host to various events including both local and state championship tournaments. A major tennis highlight has been the club's involvement in one of the most highly regarded tennis events, an Australian Davis Cup tie. On two occasions, Tennis Townsville provided invaluable volunteer support throughout the Davis Cup ties, which ultimately saw Australia defeat Uzbekistan in 1998 and Thailand in 2008. 

Tennis has been an integral part of the social recreational fabric of the citizens of Townsville for more than 125 years. It enraptures the very hearts of men and women, boys and girls of all ages and diversity and skills. And to each it satisfies one or more desires to be healthy, social, competitive, professional, sportmanlike and even as a form of relaxation which has added the benefits of fun and enjoying the sport.

In recognition of its outstanding achievements as an Association during the 2008 year, Tennis Townsville was also awarded the Queensland Affiliate Club of the Year.

No organisation, especially community based not-for-profit ones like Tennis Townsville can survive, let alone function successfully and professionally, without the tireless contributions of a large number of volunteers, employees and the generous support of sponsors and funding bodies, locally and at State and Federal level.

 A publication was produced in 2011 to celebrate 100 years of tennis. The book, Play On’ is for sale at Tennis Townsville for $15. For more information contact the club on 4721 5129 

General Information

Townsville Lawn Tennis Association was founded in 1911. The association was incorporated in 1991 and changed its name to Tennis Townsville Inc. on 26 September 1995. Tennis Townsville is directly affiliated with Tennis Queensland and is a member of Townsville Enterprise and Commerce Queensland. Tennis Townsville enjoys an excellent rapport with the business community.

We promote and facilitate participation in tennis at all levels and conduct tournaments and fixtures. The most widely recognized tournaments are:

• North Queensland Open
• North Queensland Wheelchair
• North Queensland Juniors

 Tennis is a game and it’s a passion: It’s an hour of fun and a lifetime commitment; It’s boys and girls, and it’s men and women: It’s all ages, all races; all people everywhere: It’s made for a sunburnt country, a sport we love so much we play it anywhere and everywhere- in the suburbs, in the bush, in the outback and even on rooftops. It’s everybody’s sport. It is the wonderful world of Tennis, Australia’s favourite.

Mission

To grow, manage and promote the sport of tennis throughout Townsville and recognising the health, social, economic and entertainment benefits of sport, tennis in particular, for people of both sexes, all ages and abilities. Our ultimate objective is to promote healthier lifestyle for the community. Make tennis part of our lifestyle.

Goals

• Enhance opportunities for junior and senior members to participate, develop and enjoy playing tennis.
• Develop the ancillary and playing facilities to attract further participation in tennis.
• Enhance marketing and promotion of the association as the premier tennis facility in North Queensland.
• Recruit, optimise and motivate an efficient range of volunteers to continually improve the sustainability of the Tennis Townsville.
• Enhance the association's income opportunities to ensure future sustainability.

Tennis Townsville Exists to

• Promote the sport of tennis in the region
• Meet the needs of the public
• Provide a career path for juniors and senior players and officials
• Provide social interaction for members
• Provide a competitive avenue
• Promote physical activity and health within the community
• Produce elite level players
• Maintain and improve the standard of the facility and tennis opportunities
• Optimise the community use of the facility
• Provide a financially sustainable tennis organisation.

Why play tennis?

Tennis is a perfect sport for maintaining a healthy body and a health mind. And best of all, it is a game that everyone can play throughout their lifetime. In today's society, instances of obesity and heat disease are well documented. Regular exercise is crucial.
Tennis is a perfect way to get a great work out and have fun at the same time. Consider the benefits of tennis:

• A non-impact sport with little or no injuries.
• A great way to meet people and exercise with friends.
• Tennis is played all over Australia.
• Whatever your level, you can find someone to play of similar ability, but age and gender present no barriers.
• You can play for a lifetime or start the game at any age.

Specific health benefits include:

• Enhanced aerobic capacities
• Lower resting heart rate and blood pressure responses
• Improved metabolic function
• Greater bone densities
• Lower body fat
• Greater strength
• Quicker reaction time
• Alleviates stress
• Increases cerebral activity and enhanced mental alertness
• Encourages social interaction

Tennis can be played by everybody, everywhere.  What are you waiting for? Love that game!

SunSmart Policy

Tennis Townsville recognizes the need for tennis participants to comply to Sunsmart policy adopted by Tennis Townsville - Policy. It is in the interest of members to ensure that all tennis participants follow the policy. As a practice you should adhere to the following simple tips:

• Avoid being out in high UV between 10.00am and 3.00pm.
• Use 30+ sunscreen applied to clean dry skin 20 minutes before going outside
• Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours
• Wear a hat, sun protective clothing and sunglasses outdoors
• Seek out shade but wear protective clothing and sunscreen, even in the shade.
• Check your skin often for unusual moles, freckles, blemishes or marks, or changes in existing ones.
• See a doctor or skin specialist at least once a year or immediately if you notice a change.
• Keep babies and toddlers in the shade.
• Drink plenty of water.