The primary schools mini-tennis competition programme was held at Writhlington Tennis Centre, with fifteen teams taking part in the Midsomer Norton Competition from eleven schools, involving sixty pupils aged 7–9 years.
This event, organised by the Writhlington Coaching Team, supported by Wesport and the LTA, forms the initial stage of the competition pathway leading from local competitions through to a Wesport County Final. The 2015 County Final will be held on Wednesday, 8th
July, at Bath University and the winners of the Midsomer Norton Competition, Shoscombe, will go to the County Final.
Beth Jones, from Schools Partnership, said: "This is an excellent way for children to experience competitive tennis in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere, with their friends from school. A huge vote of thanks must go to the team of Coaches, young leaders and volunteers who helped to ensure the tournament ran smoothly. We hope these young people are now encouraged to play more tennis at the numerous clubs and centres in the B&NES area."
Mandy Stonier, Head of Tennis at Writhlington Tennis Centre, said: "I thoroughly enjoy watching and overseeing this tournament, as it is the culmination of years of hard work by my coaching team and other Coaches in the area, who are ensuring tennis in Midsomer Norton is thriving, not only with adults, but with the children, who are the future of the sport."