Tennis Alberta

Please join us to welcome our new Executive Director, Colin Latchford 👋

Colin joins Tennis Alberta from Squash BC, where he served as Executive Director for the past three years. He led the organization through tremendous growth across revenue, community engagement, and participation. Colin’s tenure also included developing a strategic plan, launching several major programs, and rebranding the organization. 🖌️

Before Squash BC, Colin built a decade-long career in tennis. A lifelong player, Colin began coaching in his teenage years in Ontario and is currently an active Tennis Canada Certified Club Professional 2. His tennis career saw him work in all corners of the industry, from leading a year-round facility as Tennis Director to managing community development for Tennis Saskatchewan. 💪

Colin’s experience is supported by a strong educational resume, including a Master of Business Administration degree from Toronto Metropolitan University and graduate education in Sport Management. Colin is incredibly passionate about tennis and is excited to build and execute a strategy for Tennis Alberta that gets more people on court, supports facilities, and engages community members throughout the province.

"I am thrilled to join Tennis Alberta as Executive Director. I look forward to meeting and engaging with the Alberta tennis community as we work collaboratively to grow and develop our sport." —Colin Latchford, Incoming Executive Director

Welcome to the team, Colin 💙

Looking for some friendly competition? Want to meet new players and win prizes? 🎁

Tennis Canada and Tennis Alberta are excited to bring Community Tennis Leagues to Calgary 📍

Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner eager to learn, there's a spot for you on the courts.

And each match played counts towards your World Tennis Number (WTN) ☑️

Ages 18+

Prizes awarded based on the number of matches played.

To learn more and register, please visit the link in our bio 🔗 👉 communitytennisleagues.com

Who else wants to experience the Monte-Carlo Masters...and enjoy VIP treatment? 🫅👸

Or maybe it's the Italian Open you're after?

How about the Laver Cup in Berlin?

The Tennis Canada Sweepstakes is back, and it has all that and more.

⚠️ Warning: Side effects include supporting youth tennis in Canada.

Enter now: link in bio 🔗

The Saville Tennis Centre 111th Alberta Open is almost here 1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣ 🏆

There's just over one week to register for this, our signature tournament.

Prizes are increased across the board, including $2,000 for the champion of the Open Singles draw* 💰

Player BBQ, drinks, and on site 👌

Discounted accommodations are available. Check out our tournament fact sheet.

Learn more and register at tennisalberta.com/alberta-open

We're back and better than ever. See you at Saville.



*Singles prize money guaranteed as long as the event has a minimum of sixteen entrants.

Calgary! The next big adult tournament is almost here, and there's just over 48 hours left to register ⌛

With the outcry for more adult tennis tournaments, Mount Pleasant Tennis Club has stepped up 💪

Entry fees
Singles: $60 (includes consolation round)
Doubles: $30

- Prizes for all event winners 🫰

- Player social BBQ included with entry 🌭🍻

Register now — Link in bio 🔗

July tournaments — ALL OPEN FOR REGISTRATION 📋

We've had an incredible run of tournaments this summer, but the best is yet to come 🫴

Whether you're a Junior, Adult, or Masters player, there's something here for you.

Our Junior Provincial Championships is back, hosted by

And a great series of adult tournaments, highlighted by the new and improved Saville Tennis Centre 111th Alberta Open 🏆

Register now at tc.tournamentsoftware.com
- Link in bio 🔗

Happy Calgary Stampede to those who celebrate! 🤠

Shout out to Kingston Ireland (pictured), who was ahead of the curve with this fit at the U12 Junior Nationals tournament. Along with a strong on-court performance, Kingston won the Fair Play Sportsman Award at the event.

Let's try to be a little bit like Kingston.

Enjoy the festivities, and stay safe out there 💙

Tennis Alberta Volley Newsletter — June 2024 🗞️

- TENNISfest 2024 spearheaded by
- Summer tournaments
- National Bank Challenger
- Instructors course coming to Saville
- TPA Excellence Awards and Scholarships
- Much more!

Check out the full details in our latest newsletter. Link in bio 🔗

Photo: A group of coaches and volunteers from the Edmonton Tennis Community gather for a team photo at TENNISfest 2024 😁

ICYMI, here are your Team Canada Olympic tennis athletes 🇨🇦

Today, and the Canadian Olympic Committee announced the roster of athletes nominated to compete at the Olympic Games.

Good luck to our five tennis stars: Milos Raonic, Leylah Annie Fernandez, Bianca Andreescu, Félix Auger-Alliassime, and Gabriela Dabrowski 👏

Learn more at the link in our bio 🔗

Our Masters Provincials tournament is almost here! And registration closes in under a week 🕕

- Prizes for all event winners 🏆
- Complimentary barbecue + free drink 🌭
- Coupons to 🥯
- Ice cream from 🍨
- On-site food and drink 🍻
- ...tons of tennis 🎾

Price: $60 for singles, $40 per doubles
*May enter a maximum of two events

Playing categories:
30+, 40+, 50+, 60+, 70+

Enter now --> www.tennisalberta.com/tournaments
(Link in bio)

We're just three days away from TENNISfest 2024, and there's still time to sign up ⏳

TENNISfest is back for its third year at the , and it's made possible thanks to the hard work by and , who have now merged to become the 🤝🙌

What exactly is TENNISfest, you ask? 🤔

It's a free, large-scale TryTennis event offered to any and all players regardless of skill level or age. The event offers newcomers and experienced players an opportunity to connect with other tennis enthusiasts and those curious to try the game.

Meet with coaches, club representatives, equipment suppliers, and our many sponsors ✔️✔️

And, of course, enjoy some good tennis fun 🎾

Register now. Link in bio 🔗

A round of applause, please, for the new graduates of the Tennis Instructor course 👏

They sacrificed numerous evenings and weekends, diligently working to achieve this certification. And we're excited for them to bring their dedication and enthusiasm to the tennis community.

Thank you to course facilitator, Suzana Cavalcante, and to Tennis Pros, Luis Reyes and Daniel Henschel for their leadership and commitment to the program's success. Much appreciation to for hosting in-person sessions.

Kudos to all the participants, and here's to their contributions to tennis 🎓

A few shots from last week's J100 Calgary ITF tournament held at the

Phenomenal play by all the junior athletes 👌👏👏

Photography work courtesy of the talented 📷

Aforza and Tennis Alberta are pleased to announce an exciting series of tournaments coming this summer!

Introducing Rogers First Set Tour: tournaments for children eight years old and up that will run on June 9th, July 13th, and August 17th.

Because kids don't just want to learn tennis—they want to PLAY tennis!

So get ready for tons of tennis fun, laughter, and prizes all summer long. We can't wait to see you there.

Register now at aforza.ca/events. Link in bio 🔗

📣 J U N E T O U R N A M E N T S 📣

Get ready for an action-packed month.

Junior tournaments ✔️
Adult tournaments ✔️
Summer, sunshine, and plenty of tennis ✔️✔️✔️

Mark your calendars, and register now via our tournaments page—link in bio 🔗

Registration is now open for the Phillip Thomas Memorial Open, Alberta's largest provincial tournament, now an Open 1000 event.

See you out there 🎾

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Tennis Alberta Volley Newsletter—May 2024 🗞️

- Billie Jean King Cup Tour 🏆
- announcement 📣
- Edmonton National Bank Challenger returns at 🎾
- Intro to officiating clinic come to Edmonton 📕
- Youth programs by 👦👧

Check out the full details in our latest newsletter. Link in bio 🔗

Photo: Tennis Alberta Juniors Lourdes, Zimo, and Kendra with WTA player Sharon Fichman. Credit

Edmonton, the Billie Jean King Cup is on display until 6 pm!

Come check out the display and all the festivities happening at the Saville Community Sports Centre.

Edmonton, the Billie Jean King Cup (and much more) is coming to you!

Join us at the Saville Tennis Centre on Friday, May 17. The iconic trophy will be on display from 10 am to 6 pm, and you're invited to drop in, have your photo taken with it, and be a part of its history 🏆👧🤳

Female coaches from Saville and members of the team will be running training sessions for U9 and U10 performance girls from 4-6 pm 🐼 🎾

AND(!) Saville is hosting a 4-Star U14 and U18 Provincial Junior Tennis Tournament that same day, featuring some of the best junior talent in the province.

This will be a special day to celebrate Canadian Women's Tennis. We can't wait to see you there👋

Cheers to the new graduates of the Club Professional One course 🎓

The group has been working tirelessly to level up their abilities and achieve this certification. The skill, professionalism, and enthusiasm they show on and off the courts is nothing short of a blessing.

We look forward to witnessing their ongoing contributions to our tennis community.

Bravo to the new pros 👏

Just under two weeks away!

Join us at Osten & Victor Alberta Tennis Centre to celebrate Team Canada's momentous victory. Get up close and even have your picture taken with the cup.

This event is a free, open event. Tickets available at Showpass.com.

Appreciation post for the dozens of Tennis Canada officials who contributed throughout the indoor season.

Thank you 🙏

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Tennis Alberta Volley Newsletter—April 2024 🗞️🔊

- Junior Nationals wrap up ✔️
- Rogers First Set Tour dates 🧒👧
- Billie Jean King Cup Champions Tour 🏆
- Outdoor tournament schedule 🗓️

Check out the full details in our latest newsletter. Link in bio 🔗

📷 U14 Junior National, Nadia Faure Kowalchuk 💪
Credit

Shout out to our talented Junior Nationals players who represented Tennis Alberta this year 💙

Competing from Vancouver to Verdun, they represented us admirably on and off the courts. Well done to all 💪

More to come.

Some lighter moments between the action.

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Tennis Tournament✔️ Player Social✔️ Dinner Provided✔️

You don't want to miss this one.

Included:

- Social with dinner provided by Cố Đô Huế, April 20 at 6 PM.
- Player gift included with entry.

Just a few days left to register: entry closes April 12 at noon.

tennisalberta.com/tournaments/kay-mcneily-masters-classic

The U12 Nationals Team Alberta squad. We're beaming with pride over this one 😍

There was some remarkable play by the whole team, highlighted by a finals appearance in the Girls' Doubles draw.

Thank you to the coaches, parents, officials, and everyone behind the scenes who helped make the event a success.

Thank you for the outstanding photography work 📷

And thank you to and for their considerable contributions.

Some of the action from the 2024 Fischer U12 Nationals 🎬

Outstanding photography work by 📷
(More to come!)

A big thank you to and for their part in making the event a success.

We want to hear from you. Complete the survey to help the Board of Directors serve you, the tennis community.

https://tennisalberta.com/help-us-evaluate-tennis-alberta-please-share-your-thoughts/

Start your coach certification with the Summer 2024 Instructor Course.

Instructors are trained to introduce players to the game using Progressive tennis in group lessons (1.0 – 2.5 level) at tennis clubs, parks, community courts and in school gyms. The mission of instructor course is to develop instructors who will stimulate players’ growth and retention, and promote tennis as a sport for life, by delivering a quality tennis program.

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