It was another fantastic week at the 10is Academy as the tennis club celebrated several victories and some heart-warming experiences on and off the court.
The men's 1 team had a crucial win on Wednesday night, setting up a final match against Newmarket with promotion on the line. The team put in a solid performance, displaying impressive skills and determination, to defeat their opponents in straight sets. A win in the final match would mean promotion to the next division, and the team is feeling confident and ready to take on the challenge.
In addition to the men's 1 victory, the 10 and Under team also secured a national league division 1 win away at David Lloyds Cambridge. The young 10is players showed great spirit and skill, fighting hard against tough opponents to earn the win. The victory is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team and is sure to inspire them to continue to improve and achieve even greater success.
Off the court, the 10is Academy had some incredible experiences with a few tennis legends.
Head coach Sebastien Scaux had the opportunity to meet Tim Henman at the National Tennis Centre, where they discussed coaching and training methods and shared insights into the future of tennis. The meeting was a valuable opportunity for Sebastien to learn from one of the UK's most loved player, and he returned to 10is Academy with renewed energy and ideas.
Meanwhile, some of the club's young players had a chance to hit with Marcus Willis, a former Wimbledon player. Marcus was impressed with the talent and potential of the young players, and he gave them some valuable advice and tips on how to improve their game.
The experience was a fantastic opportunity for the young players to learn from one of the sport's most inspiring figures.
Overall, it was another fantastic week at the 10is Academy, with the club's players and coaches continuing to impress both on and off the court. With the men's 1 team gearing up for a crucial final match against top of the league Newmarket LTC, and with the club's young players continuing to develop and thrive, there is a sense of excitement and optimism at the club: 10is Academy is truly a special place, where tennis talent and passion are combined with a welcoming and inclusive spirit, creating a unique and inspiring community for all.