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Dec222022
Tennis Development

BLTA Play Tennis Festival

By bahamaslta

The first BLTA Play Tennis Bahamas Festival was held at the National Tennis Centre (NTC). The event marked the culmination of the 1st instalment of the  Spring Session of The…

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Dec222022
ATA

Abaco BD Global Tennis Tournament

By Perry Newton

The 2022 BD Global Tennis Classic was a great success. Organized and hosted by the Abaco Tennis Association (ATA) the event featured junior and adult matches. President of ATA Cameel…

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Dec222022
International Tennis Club

The IC Winterbotham Junior Series Results

By Esther Newton

The Winners and Finalists of the IC Winterbotham Junior Series held at the NationalTennis Centre this weekend is as follows: Boys 10UWinner Corey ConyersFinalist Harrison van Onselen3rd place Oliver van…

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Dec222022
College Tennis

Bahamian Tennis College Players 2022 Season

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) congratulates the players who are participating in the college arena this year. 1. Abigail SimmsIndiana Tech  Warriors 2. Sydney ClarkeUAB Blazers 3. Sierra DonaldsonLee…

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Dec222022
Uncategorized

Bahamian Tennis Players Soar to The Top 10 Regionally

By Esther Newton

Coming off a spectacular final at the World Juniors Team Competition in El Salvador, Bahamian junior tennis players Jackson Mactaggart and William McCartney have achieved top 10 rankings in the…

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Dec222022
Jr Billie Jean King CupJr Davis Cup

The BLTA Fields Two Tennis Teams for Jr Davis and BJK Cups

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) is sending 2 teams to compete in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic at the Jr Davis Cup and Jr Billy Jean King Cup where players…

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Dec222022
COTECCJunior TennisU14 Tennis

Team Bahamas Finishes Second at World Junior Tennis (WJT)

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Boys Team of Jackson Mactaggart, William McCartney, Jerald Carroll and  Coach Bradley Bain played hard against Guatemala. Despite their efforts, they lost in the finals 1-2. On the…

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Dec222022
COTECCJunior TennisU14 Tennis

Bahamas Boys and Girls Tennis Teams Advance to the Playoffs in El Salvador

By Perry Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) congratulates its Boys and Girls Teams who have advanced both to the Playoff Rounds at the World Tennis Juniors Prequalifier event. Some of the…

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Dec222022
ATAETA

Island Tennis Tournaments in Abaco and Eleuthera

By bahamaslta

The  Tennis Calendar of events continues with the Abaco Tennis Association(ATA) hosting its second annual BD Global Classic in Dundas Town, Abacos Last year the support and competition were great.…

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May222022
Play Tennis Program BLTA Play Tennis Circle Expansion

Increasing Numbers for the BLTA Play Tennis Program

By Esther Newton

During the first month of the spring edition of its developmental program, The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) has employed a consistent and structured approach. A pivotal focus is on…

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The BLTA Fields Two U14 Tennis Teams for World Juniors in El Salvador

By Perry Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) is sending two teams to compete in San Salvador, El Salvador at The World Junior Tennis Competition(WJTC) pre-qualifying event. From this 14 and under pre-qualifier…

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GBTA Junior Tournament Kicks Off The 2022 Tennis Calendar

By Esther Newton

Over the weekend the Grand Bahama Tennis Association (GBTA) held a successful junior tournament at the YMCA in Freeport, Grand Bahama. The tournament was sanctioned by the Bahamas Lawn Tennis…

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Mar102022
Play Tennis Program

The BLTA Play Tennis Bahamas Development

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) “Play Tennis Bahamas Program” Spring Session opened to a strong start.  Young children ages 5-16 enter this introductory session with a goal to learn…

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Mar102022
Play Tennis Program

The BLTA Play Tennis Program Spring Session

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) ‘Play Tennis Bahamas” Spring Session will start on Saturday, February 5th at 9 am at The National Tennis Centre (NTC).  The program is geared…

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Dec312021
BLTA BLTA Carving

2022 New Years Message

By Perry Newton

After a long hiatus from competitive sports during 2020, The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association along with other stakeholders were able to begin hosting competitive tournaments throughout the country. Notwithstanding the…

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Dec182021
Junior Tournaments

Tennis Juniors Excel in Local and International Tournaments

By Esther Newton

Juniors Medal at Local Developmental Tournament Coach Steve Taylor held a Green Dot and Orange Ball Fun Tournament at the National Tennis Centre. These two divisions are instrumental in the…

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Dec182021
Coaches DevelopmentTennis Development

The Ministry of Education and The BLTA in a Tennis Workshop

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) conducted a tennis workshop in conjunction with the Ministry of Education. The workshop provided training to over 25 Physical Education Teachers at the National Tennis…

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Dec182021
ATABLTAETAGBTAInternational Tennis FederationTennis Development

BLTA President Newton speaks at the ITF Junior Tennis Initiative Global Workshop

By Esther Newton

The International Tennis Federation(ITF) extended an invitation to President Perry Newton to speak at the  2021 National Junior Tennis Initiative(JTI) Global Workshop. There were over 140 countries in attendance that…

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Dec182021
ATA

The Abaco Tennis Association Thanksgiving Classic

By Esther Newton

The Abaco Tennis Association “ATA” hosted their first Thanksgiving Weekend Classic which was a successful event. The Juniors participated in singles matches for 12U Boys/Girls and 17U Boys/Girls. The winners…

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Dec182021
BLTA

Minister Bowleg on the court at The BLTA Thanksgiving Doubles Fundraising Event

By Esther Newton

The Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture Mr. Mario Bowleg was in attendance as The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) held a Thanksgiving fundraiser event at The National Tennis Centre…

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Dec182021
COTECCU12 Tennis Developmental Officer Goede with Team Bahamas

Team Bahamas finishes 6th in U12 Tennis Team Competition in the Dominican Republic

By Esther Newton

Team Bahamas had two major wins at the prestigious U12 ITF/COTECC FINALS in Santo Domingo. They won over Dominican Republic Team 1 and El Salvador. This event featured the best…

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Dec182021
Junior Tennis

Michael Major Jr and Abigail Simms Awarded the 2021 Rising Stars by The MOYSC

By Esther Newton

It was a great day for the sport of tennis! The Ministry of Youth Sports and Culture (MOYSC) recognized some of the top rising stars in Sports in the country on…

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Dec182021
Play Tennis ProgramTennis Development

Top Tennis Juniors GiveBack In The BLTA Play Tennis Bahamas Program

By Esther Newton

Top tennis juniors are giving back in a big way.  Anthony Burrows Jr., Dentry Mortimer Jr., Maddisan Bowleg, Sierra Rodgers and Mikellan Bowleg, all took the time to give back…

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Dec172021
ATABLTAETAGBTATennis Development

Focus on The Family Islands – Abaco, Eleuthera and Grand Bahama

By Esther Newton

There are three active island associations sanctioned by the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) namely The Abaco Tennis Association (ATA), the Eleuthera Tennis Association (ETA) and the Grand Bahama Tennis…

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Dec172021
ATATennis Development

ATA Partners with Long Bay School

By Esther Newton

The Abaco Tennis Association (ATA) has partnered with the Long Bay School in Abaco. The ATA will be providing lessons every Wednesday at 9 am at the school. The sessions…

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Dec172021
Play Tennis Program

RBC Royal Bank Partners with The BLTA

By Esther Newton

An increasing number of young persons are being attracted to the sport of tennis.  The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) has started its Fall instalment of the Play Tennis Bahamas…

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Dec172021
Tennis Development BLTA and Minister Mario Bowleg Courtesy Visit

A Productive Visit with The Minister of Youth Sports and Culture

By Esther Newton

The President of The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) Mr. Perry Newton along with the BLTA Treasurer Mr. Timothy Dames participated in an official courtesy visit with the new Minister…

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Dec172021
Play Tennis ProgramTennis Development Maddisan and Student PTP 2021

Explosive Growth for the Play Tennis Program

By Esther Newton

Tennis is trending with increasing numbers of young people learning the sport. The focus of The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) is to develop a viable pool of new players. …

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Dec172021
Junior Tennis

Tennis Juniors Micheal and Maddisan Excel in US Tournaments

By Esther Newton

Michael Major Jr advanced to the finals of the  Premier Tennis 500 Tour. It is a tournament circuit in different regions of the state of Florida, where players locally and…

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Dec172021
Play Tennis ProgramTennis Development

Tennis Development via The BLTA’s Play Tennis Program Grows!

By Esther Newton

Young persons are being attracted to the sport of tennis. There are viable programs in Abaco, Grand Bahama, Eleuthera and New Providence. The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) has started…

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Dec172021
College Tennis

Bahamians advance at ITA Cup in Rome, Georgia

By Esther Newton

Formerly known as the Small College Nationals, the ITA Cup has a history dating back to 1986, and it is the only singles and doubles national championship event for the…

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Dec172021
Condolences Mr. Farrington on court

Mr. J. Barrie Farrington

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) extends deepest condolences to the family of Mr. J. Barrie Farrington on his passing. Mr Farrington is a former President of the BLTA for the…

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Dec172021
Play Tennis ProgramTennis Development

RBC Royal Bank Bahamas (Limited) partners with The BLTA in building the community through Tennis

By Esther Newton

RBC Royal Bank Bahamas (Limited) partners with The BLTA. The concept of opening up the Sport to all interested persons has proven to be successful for The Bahamas Lawn Tennis…

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Dec172021
College Tennis Jacobi Bain - 2021

Great Success for Bahamians in College Tennis!

By Esther Newton

Joshua Turnquest ITA Doubles Champion Joshua Turnquest a graduate student at Indiana Wesleyan University stepped on the court with his doubles partner Jeremias Rocco at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA)…

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Oct32021
COTECCU12 Tennis Bahamas U12 Team -Tennis

Team Bahamas Returns Home from The Dominican Republic

By Esther Newton

The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture(MOYSC) was on hand as The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) welcomed its U12 Silver Medal Team home. MOYSC representative Pauline Davis-Thompson and BLTA…

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Oct12021
COTECCNational TeamsU12 Tennis U12 Team Success 2021

Team Bahamas Advances to the ITF/COTECC Team Finals in Mexico

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas achieved a second placement with a 4-1 record in tournament play. The team closed out with a dominant performance over the US Virgin Islands. In the singles both…

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Oct12021
COTECC

BLTA President Perry Newton Elected The New President of COTECC SR3

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) President Perry Newton has been elected for two years to serve as the President of COTECC Subregion 3 Countries. Cotecc is the Confederation of…

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Sep292021
Junior TournamentsNational TeamsU12 Tennis U12 2021 Team and Family

Bahamas set to compete at the 2021 ITF/COTECC U12 TEAM COMPETITION SUB REGION 3 & SUB REGION 4

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) has fielded a three-member team to represent the country at the 2021 Cotecc U12 competition. Tatyana Madu, Kayla Fox and Briana Houlgrave will all compete…

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Sep292021
Junior TournamentsU14 Tennis Breann Ferguson -JITTIC U14

Bahamians Advance in Main Draw at the Regional tennis tournament in Guatemala

By Esther Newton

After three days of intense competition at the U14 JITIC regional event in Guatemala Jackson Mactaggart, BreAnn Ferguson and William McCartney advance to the main draw. In round-robin play Jackson…

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Sep292021
Billie Jean King Cup BJK 2021 Team Bahamas

3rd Place Finish for Team Bahamas in Panama

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) thanks to the members of the 2021 Billy Jean King Cup for serving and representing The Bahamas at the highest level. Kerrie Cartwright, Sydney…

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Tennis Juniors Travel to Guatemala for JITIC U14

By Esther Newton

A trio of talented juniors is participating in the U14 JITIC regional event in Guatemala.   The U14 JITIC is a tennis championship for top junior athletes in the U14 category…

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Tennis Junior Champions crowned at the BLTA Junior Nationals

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) Junior Tennis Nationals has come to a successful end. The event was held at the National Tennis Centre with categories from U8-U18 competing for…

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Sep292021
Billie Jean King Cup Billie Jean King Team #Bahamas

Sierra Donaldson joins Team Bahamas

By Esther Newton

Sierra Donaldson who comes fresh off the College Circuit joins The Bahamas Billy Jean King(BJK) Cup heads to Panama this weekend. Sierra joins Kerrie Cartwright (captain), Sydney Clarke and Elana…

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Sep292021
Junior Tournaments Cory Conyers 2021 - U8,U10 winners Junior Nationals

The BLTA Junior Tennis Nationals Championships

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) Junior Tennis Nationals is underway at  The National Tennis Centre.  What an exciting weekend of Tennis as our youngest age categories (U8 and U10)…

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Sep292021
Billie Jean King CupNational Teams

The Bahamas Billy Jean King Cup Set To Compete in Panama in June

By Esther Newton

The inaugural Billy Jean King Cup (BJK) Group II Americas takes place Wednesday, June 23rd –  Saturday, June 26th in Panama City, Panama. The Bahamas will compete alongside Costa Rica,…

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Jun52021
College Tennis Abigail and Team

Bahamians Achieve Success In Tennis Conference Championship Rounds

By Esther Newton

Abigail Simms and the Indiana Tech Warriors Win First WHAC Tournament Championship in Program History. The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) congratulates Abigail Simms and The Indiana Tech Warriors on…

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Jun52021
GBTAJunior Tournaments Bahama Pure Tournament 2021

GBTA Junior Tournament comes to a successful end

By bahamaslta

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) extends hearty congratulations to the Grand Bahamas Tennis Association(GBTA) on holding a successful tournament this weekend in Freeport, Grand Bahama. The event was the first…

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Jun52021
College Tennis Abigail Smms

Abigail and Tech Warriors in NAIA Championships

By Esther Newton

The stage is set for Bahamian Abigail Simms and the Indiana Tech Warriors in the NAIA National Championships! The team is coming off a huge Conference(WHAC) championship win and will…

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Jun42021
Play Tennis Program Development Through Tennis Play tennnis 2021

100 New Tennis Players Enter the Play Tennis Program

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) Play Tennis Program Reaches the 100th New Player Mark! With safety protocols in place, The BLTA resumed its Introductory Tennis Program in January 2021 to…

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Jun42021
Billie Jean King Cup

Elana Mackey Joins The 2021 Bahamas Billy Jean King Cup Team

By Esther Newton

Tennis Collegiate Elana Mackey will round out the four-member Bahamas Billy Jean Cup(BJK) Team. Elana has replaced Larekah Russell who has opted not to serve as a team member. Elana…

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Apr222021
Billie Jean King CupDavis Cup BJK Cup Logo

The Bahamas Premier Tennis Teams Set To Compete in Panama City in June

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) announces The Bahamas premier Tennis Teams will compete at the 2021 Davis Cup and 2021 Billy Jean King Cup.  The competitions were postponed in…

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Apr132021
Junior Tournaments Michael Major Jr

3 Bahamian Juniors achieve USTA Wins In Florida

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) congratulates Michael Major Jr., BreAnn Ferguson and Cameron Ferguson on recently winning USTA Tournaments in Florida. Michael Major Jr.  Semifinal Results vs. Rolando Torrellas…

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Apr132021
College Tennis

Bahamian College Players Continue To Excel On The College Circuit

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Abigail Simms, Sydney Clarke and Sierra Donaldson for their stellar play over the last week. Abigail Simms and the Indiana Tech Women’s Tennis attain…

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Mar292021
Junior Tournaments Girls 12 Trophy Presentation

BLTA Spring Classic Tennis Tournament Was A Huge Success

By Esther Newton

It was an exciting and invigorating weekend of tennis as juniors from the U12, U14, U16 and U18 categories competed at a very high level at The Bahamas Lawn Tennis…

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Mar222021
College Tennis Elana Mackey

Elana Mackey is Victorious in Maiden Win

By Esther Newton

Elana Mackey has won her maiden college tournament singles match. Representing Mars Hill Lions, Elana had a thriller of a match. She defeated Sara Valentini 6-3, 2-6, 11-8. Despite the…

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Mar222021
BLTA

Newton-led administration achieved goals and growth despite the challenges of 2020

By bahamaslta

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for 2021 via Zoom on Friday, March 19th 2021. At the AGM the financial statements (reviewed by the…

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Mar222021
College Tennis

Abigail Simms Attains Doubles Ranking on College Circuit

By Esther Newton

Abigail Simms and the Indiana Tech women tennis team remain undefeated in the Wolverine Hosier Athletic Conference. Simms won in doubles following a tough singles lost 6-7, 4-6 against Gomez…

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Mar222021
Play Tennis ProgramTennis Development Play Tennis Program March 2021

The BLTA “Play Tennis” Program Welcomes over 70 Kids in the first quarter of 2021

By Esther Newton

In March 2020, The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) “Play Tennis” program, like so many other sporting programs was halted due to restrictions related to the pandemic. Exactly one year later…

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Mar112021
Junior Tournaments

IC Bahamas hosts U14 Tournament

By Esther Newton

Over the weekend IC Bahamas held its second junior tournament for the year. The event was sponsored by Winterbotham and was held at the Bahamar Tennis Courts. The tournament winners…

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Mar42021
Junior TournamentsUTR Event

Patrick Mactaggart wins UTR Tournament in Florida

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) congratulates Patrick Mactaggart on playing well and winning the ACTS Singles UTR 2.5-6.5 Tournament in Key Biscayne, Florida on February 21st, 2021. Patrick had…

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Mar32021
College Tennis Abigail Simms College 2021

Abigail Simms heating up the courts for The Warriors

By Esther Newton

Abigail Simms with her exceptional play has been instrumental in the Indiana Tech Warriors going undefeated (5-0) for the start of the college season. Abigail also has a perfect record…

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Mar22021
Play Tennis ProgramTennis Development Play Tennis With Coach Paula

Tennis Growth In Spite of the Pandemic

By Esther Newton

Tennis has been internationally recognized as one of the safest socially sports. With court dimensions of 78ft x 27ft it is little wonder that tennis offers a wonderful opportunity to…

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Mar22021
College Tennis

Elana Mackey Named To Two Collegiate Sports Teams at Mars Hill University

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) congratulates Elana Mackey on receiving a scholarship to Mars Hill University, a Division 2 school in North Carolina. The university is in the South…

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Mar22021
College Tennis

Sierra Donaldson wins coveted Collegiate Athlete of The Week

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) congratulates Sierra Donaldson for being named Athlete of the Week in the Gulf South Conference (GSC) for her outstanding collegiate play during the past week.…

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Mar22021
National Tennis Centre

The Tennis Love at the Johnson Memorial Tennis Tournament

By Esther Newton

The tennis community showed overwhelming support of the tournament organized and sponsored by the Executive Board of the National Tennis Centre (NTC) in aid of the Johnson family. Brent and…

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Mar12021
Tennis Development

Mentoring The Next Generation of Female Tennis Players

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) commends Danielle Thompson on a very successful launch of the “Lets Play Tennis” Program. The program consists of weekly tennis clinics targeted at competitive female…

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Mar12021
ATABLTAGBTATennis Development Play Tennis Feb 2021

Laying The Foundation for Tennis Growth and Sustainability

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) is pleased that free tennis clinics are being offered on various islands in The Bahamas. Tennis is a naturally socially distanced sport and is…

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Mar12021
College Tennis Abigail Simms College 2021

Bahamians on the College Tennis Beat

By Esther Newton

Bahamian Abigail Simms playing for Indiana Tech Warriors in the tennis spring season went 4-5 in singles at first flight and 7-4 in doubles. Abigail’s spring season, like many others,…

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Feb242021
International Tennis ClubJunior Tournaments

IC Junior Series hosts a successful tournament at the National Tennis Centre

By Esther Newton

Over the weekend IC Bahamas Junior Series hosted its first tournament for 2021 at The National Tennis Centre(NTC). The tournament featured players in the U10 and U12 categories. The tournament…

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Feb242021
Community TennisTennis Development

City Community Tennis Program at the National Tennis Centre

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) welcomes City Community Tennis Club at the National Tennis Centre (NTC). This club was founded within the community as an outreach program for the…

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Feb212021
ATABLTAPlay Tennis Program

“Play Tennis” Strong

By Esther Newton

The recent session of The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s “Play Tennis” featured an introduction to the backhand stroke. The backhand can be a one-handed or two-handed stroke. Many of the…

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Feb172021
BLTA Happy New Year 2021

New Years Message

By Perry Newton

Happy New Year to all, 2021 is a year of promise. As we look back at our success and struggles of 2020, we are committed to further growing the sport…

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Feb172021
Tennis Development BLTA JTI Match Play

BLTA MATCHPLAY TENNIS SERIES

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) has started a matchplay series to jumpstart tennis play for juniors. The matchplay was started in the last quarter of 2020 at the National Tennis…

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Feb172021
Play Tennis ProgramTennis Development BLTA Play Tennis Program

The Next Generation of Tennis Players

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) Play Tennis Program has resumed. The program which saw over 50 kids pre-pandemic has started up with great interest and with proper safety protocols. …

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Feb172021
Tennis Development Danielle Thompson

Let’s Play Tennis

By Esther Newton

Danielle Thompson, who represented The Bahamas in the 2019 Fed Cup ( now the Billy Jean King Cup) is conducting tennis clinics for female tennis juniors. Danielle has had an…

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Feb172021
National Officiating School BLTA National Offiiating School

THE BLTA HOSTS OFFICIATING CERTIFICATION COURSE

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) launches its first Level 1 Officiating Certification Course. The course will be conducted at the National Tennis Centre and includes participants from Abaco, Grand…

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Feb32021
BLTAUTR

BLTA IS NOW ON UTR

By Tara Mactaggart

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with Universal Tennis LLC, whereby Universal Tennis is now providing the BLTA, its…

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Nov112020
ATATennis Development

Abaco Tennis Update #2

By Giavano Bowe

And the Work Continues! Since the hurricane destroyed the tennis courts at the Forest Heights Academy School, the association started looking for another court to use locally. After countless communication…

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Oct12020
UTR Event Sydney Clarke ITA Fall Circuit September 2020

Sydney Clarke Advances to the Semifinals in ITA Fall UTR Event

By Esther Newton

Bahamian Sydney Clarke who is playing college tennis for The University of Alabama Birmingham(UAB) had a strong showing this weekend, advancing to the semifinals of the ITA Fall Circuit. The…

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Jul222020
International Tennis ClubTennis Camp IC 2020 Training Camp

An Intensive Training Camp For Top Tennis Junior Talent (8-13 yr olds) in Grand Bahama Held This Week

By Esther Newton

Yesterday marked the end of a very successful one-week intensive tennis training camp in Freeport, Grand Bahama. IC Bahamas wanted to reach out to Grand Bahama and inspire our young…

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Jul122020
BLTA BLTA Board 2020

NEWLY ELECTED EXECUTIVE BOARD – EFFECTIVE 4 JULY, 2020

By bahamaslta

Please see below our newly elected Executive Board of the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association:  The Board will serve a 2-year term that ends April 2022. President  –  Perry Newton 1st Vice President –…

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Jul122020
ATA ATA All hands in

All Hands In – Abaco Tennis Update

By Esther Newton

The Rebuilding of Abaco Tennis In Part 1 of our series on the “Rebuilding of Tennis in Abaco,” we told you how the  Abaco Tennis Association (ATA) members banded together…

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Jul122020
College Tennis Micahel Cooper Tennis

Bahamian Michael Cooper Graduates with a Triple Major at Drake University

By Esther Newton

All-around athlete, great academics, God-fearing and a gifted musician are a few of the attributes that Bahamian Michael Cooper possesses. Now, Michael, a former BLTA junior athlete can add graduate…

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Jul122020
College Tennis Joshua Turnquest All American

Joshua Turnquest – Prestigious ITA All American

By Esther Newton

The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) announced its 2020 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics All-American’s list. Bahamian Joshua Turnquest was selected by The ITA to the All-American list for the second…

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Jul122020
College Tennis Donte Signs

Donte Armbrister Signs with the Pirates Men’s Tennis Team at Hampton University

By Esther Newton

With four offers on the table from three D1 and one D2 university in North America, talented tennis athlete Donte Armbrister has decided to join the Pirates Men’s Tennis Team…

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Jul122020
Davis CupFed Cup Fed Cup Team

Experience Wins over Youth at The BLTA DC/FC Invitational Trials

By Esther Newton

There were some anticipated match-ups at the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s Invitational Trials held at the National Tennis this weekend. Yesterday on the final day of competition the remaining members…

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Jul122020
College Tennis Lauryn Daxon

College Tennis Updates

By Esther Newton

Lauryn Daxon playing in #3 Flight singles for the Missouri Valley Vikings defeated Karson Light 6-1, 6-2.  With the win, Lauryn and teamimprove to 5-1 for the season. The team competed…

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Jul122020
Junior TennisJunior Tournaments

Championship Round at the BLTA U14 and U16 Junior Tennis Series

By Esther Newton

A successful U14 & U16 Junior Tennis Tournament was held at The National Tennis Centre this weekend. The event is an official tournament on The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA)…

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Jul112020
Junior TennisTennis Development Play Tennis Program 2020

BLTA’s Play Tennis Program

By Esther Newton

In the last two weeks, the BLTA “Play Tennis” Program has proven to be a good source to recruit beginners to the sport. The children display enthusiasm and a willingness…

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Jul112020
Junior TennisJunior TournamentsTennis Development

Southwest Tennis Club’s Investment Reaps Dividends

By Esther Newton

A group of young talented junior players from the Southwest Tennis Club (SWTC) participated in the Freeport National Jr. Tournament. For some of them, it was their first experience travelling…

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Jul112020
Eleuthera 14 Annual Tim's Refrigeration Doubles Tournament

The 14th Annual Tim’s Refrigeration Doubles Tennis Tournament – NEXT MONTH – Palmetto Point, Eleuthera

By Esther Newton

The 14th Annual Tim’s Refrigeration Eleuthera Doubles Tennis Tournament is set for April 18 and 19 at Knowles tennis courts in Palmetto Point, Eleuthera. Tim’s Refrigeration has been a proud…

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Jul112020
Junior Tournaments

Jackson Mactaggart Performs Very Well on the Canadian Tennis Circuit

By Esther Newton

Jackson Mactaggart performed very well in the 2020 British Colombia (BC) Indoor Provincial Championships (U12) in Canada. Jackson was seeded in the tournament 3rd in singles and 2nd in doubles…

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Jul112020
Junior TennisTennis Development Coach Corey BLTA Play Tennis Program 2020

The BLTA Planting Tennis Seeds

By Esther Newton

On Saturday past, the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s “Play Tennis” Developmental  Program started indoors with drills and fitness conducted by Coach Marion Bain, Coach Corey Francis, Donte Armbrister and Sydney…

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Jul112020
GBTAJunior Tournaments Winners GBTA Junior Tournament 2020

GBTA Junior National Tennis Tournament Culminated Earlier This Afternoon

By Esther Newton

The Grand Bahama Tennis Association’s (GBTA) Junior National Tournament was held this weekend in Freeport, Grand Bahama at the YMCA. The event sponsor was Bahamas Pure Water & Ice. The…

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Jul112020
ITF Pro Circuit Justin Roberts

Justin Roberts Advanced to the Doubles Procircuit Semifinals

By Esther Newton

Justin Roberts made his presence felt on the ITF World Tennis Tour circuit. This past week Justin teamed up with Antiguan Jody Magilney for doubles at the M15 in Cancun,…

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Jul112020
Jr Fed CupNational Teams Bahamas Jr Fed Cup Team 2020

OUR JR. FED CUP TEAM RETURNS HOME THIS EVENING AND ENDS THE COMPETITION ON A GOOD NOTE

By bahamaslta

Our Jr. Fed Cup Team returns home today after a full week in El Salvador. Team Bahamas ended on a good note yesterday with a 2-1 win over Jamaica.Kinza Johnson…

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Jul112020
Junior TennisTennis Development Play Tennis Saturday 2020

Tennis Developmental Program Focuses on Beginners at the NTC

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s “Play Tennis” program is reporting a steady stream of young children between the ages of 4 to 16 on Saturdays at its free tennis clinics.…

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Jul112020
College Tennis Afrika Smith 2020

College Tennis News – Bahamians Competing at a High Level

By Esther Newton

Sierra Donaldson and the Lee University Flames heated up the courts with their win over McCrae College Bobcats. Coming off a win over Carson-Newman last Saturday in its spring opener the…

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Jul112020
Jr Fed CupNational Teams Peyton Anderson Jr Fed Cup Player 2020

The Bahamas 2020 Junior Fed Cup Team Off to El Salvador

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas will be participating in the Junior Fed Cup event in El Salvador starting tomorrow. Representing The Bahamas is a 3-memberteam of Peyton Anderson, Kinza Johnson and Kaylee Kanuka.…

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Jul112020
Junior TennisTennis Development Tennis Beginner 2020

New Entrants of The BLTA Play Tennis Program

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association is raising up the next generation of tennis players by providing a pathway for new beginnersinto tennis. On this past Saturday new entrants participated in…

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Jul112020
Jr Davis Cup Jr Davis Cup

The Bahamas Junior Davis Cup Team Travels to El Salvador

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas is participating in the Junior Davis Cup event in San Salvador, El Salvador starting February 2, 2020. Representing The Bahamas is a 2-member team of Anthony Burrows Jr.…

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Jul112020
Tennis Development Coach Sydney

Tennis Time – Free Lessons for Kids on Saturdays

By Esther Newton

It is time to learn tennis! The next free tennis session for juniors ages 5- 16 will be held TOMORROW at the National Tennis Centre. The tennis clinic this past…

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The BLTA Congratulates 2 “Student Of The Year” Nominees

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates two of its juniors on their selection as “Student Of The Year” nominees: Jackson Mactaggart and Sarai Clarke. Jackson Mactaggart is an Honor Roll…

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Jul112020
Tennis Development Play Tennis Jan 2020

Play Tennis Program for Kids Resumes at the National Tennis Centre

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association “Play Tennis Program” resumes TOMORROW at the National Tennis Centre and is free to children ages 5-17. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and is only $1. Kids…

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Jul112020
Junior TournamentsNational Teams Team Bahamas 2020 WJ

The Bahamas Places 6th at the World Juniors Tennis Competition

By Esther Newton

Despite the loss to Costa Rica (0-3) on the final day, Team Bahamas ends its run on the top half of the World Juniors Tennis Competition in the 6th position…

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Jul112020
Junior TournamentsNational Teams Team Bahamas World Juniors 2020

Team Bahamas’ Performance in Main Draw at the World Junior Tennis Championships

By Esther Newton

Team Bahamas defeated Barbados in round-robin play with a 3-0 victory. Saphire Ferguson won 6-2, 6-2, Sierra Rodgers followed up with a 6-3, 4-6, 7-5 win. Our Team closed out with…

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Jul112020
International Tennis ClubJunior Tournaments IC Winterbotham Participants 2020

Winners of the IC Junior Tennis Series

By Esther Newton

The Winterbotham IC Junior Series was held this past weekend at the National Tennis Centre. The tournament was sanctioned by the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association. Talented boys and girls in…

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Team Bahamas Shining in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

By Esther Newton

Team Bahamas stands at 2-1 at the World Junior Team Competition in Santo Domingo. The team comprises of Sierra Rodgers, BreAnn Ferguson, Saphirre Ferguson and Coach Marion Bain. The Bahamas…

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Jul112020
Tennis Development Junior Program 2019

BLTA’s Outreach Program with Kids from the Ranfurly Home for Children Closes for the Christmas

By Esther Newton

Free Tennis Clinic was provided to some of the children from the Ranfurly Home For Children (who expressed an interest in learning the Sport) by the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association. Over…

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Jul112020
National TeamsSenior Tournament KJ and Baker Coin Toss

The 2019 Bahamas Open Nationals’ Champions

By Esther Newton

The Road to The Bahamas’ 2019 Open Nationals’ Champions is completed. There are two new 2019 champions: Kevin Major Jr. and Kerrie Cartwright. On the men’s side, Kevin Major Jr.…

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Jul112020
EleutheraSenior Tournament Senior Tournament in Eleuthera

Eleuthera Tennis Tournament Dubbed A Success!

By Esther Newton

The first Annual Coach Artie Johnson’s tennis tournament was a resounding success! The two-day tournament featured senior and junior tennis players in The Bahamas. Coach Artie Johnson thanked all those…

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Jul112020
College Tennis Sydney Clarke

Sydney Clarke is Headed to the University of Alabama Birmingham

By Esther Newton

Sydney Clarke has received a National Letter of Intent from the University of Alabama Birmingham. Sydney is the Number 1 Junior (female) in the country peaking in the 200s in…

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Jun242020
Junior Tournaments Chase Newbold Lil Mo 2019

Bahamas Juniors Advance To Trophy Rounds at Lil Mo International

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association extends congratulations to the trophy winners at the Lil Mo International Tournament. In singles the following players were victorious in their age categories: Brianna Houlgrave:…

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Jun242020
Junior Tournaments

16 Bahamian junior Tennis Players Participate in the Lil Mo International in Florida

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas has a strong contingency of 16 girls and boys. The list of talented young Bahamian players participating at the Little Mo Internationals 2019 includes: Millie Beukes Jack Boals…

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Jun242020
ITF Junior Circuit Jacobi Bain 2019

Jacobi Bain Invited to Attend Top Tennis Training Camp In Brazil

By Esther Newton

The South American Tennis Confederation has organized a training camp for the best players ages 15-16 in the region. COTECC has invited Jacobi Bain along with seven (7) other juniors…

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Jun242020
Goombay SplashITF Junior Circuit

The Close of ITF World Tennis Tour (Goombay Splash Bowl Tournament) hosted by the BLTA

By Esther Newton

Another exciting ITF Goombay Splash Bowl Tournament on the ITF World Tennis Tour has come to an end. On Saturday past, the male and female singles’ winners were awarded trophies…

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Jun232020
National Teams Sydney Clarket and Minister of Sports 2019

Tennis Athletes Recognized with National Sports Awards

By Esther Newton

On this past weekend the Ministry of Youth, Sports and & Culture held its Annual National Sports Awards banquet. The sporting discipline of tennis and four (4) athletes were nominated…

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Jun232020
ATABLTAGBTA

The BLTA Completes A Successful Hurricane Relief Tennis Tournament

By Esther Newton

At the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s 2-day Hurricane Relief Tournament that culminated today, the tennis community came together to give back to our tennis brothers and sisters in need. We saw…

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Jun232020
Goombay SplashITF Junior Circuit Bain and Kesterman 2019 Goombay Splash Doubles Winners

Doubles Winner at the ITF Goombay Splash is Jacobi Bain

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association 2019 J5 ITF Goombay Splash Doubles’ Winners are Bahamian Jacobi Bain and Kesterman from New Zealand. Runners-up are Williamson and Rahman from the United States.…

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Jun232020
Goombay SplashITF Junior Circuit

Donte Armbrister Advances To SemiFinals Singles and Jacobi Bain to Doubles Finals

By Esther Newton

Donte Armbrister has advanced to the semifinals singles at the U18 ITF Goombay Splash Bowl. Donte who lost the first set was down 1-4 in the second set. Donte would…

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Jun232020
Goombay SplashITF Junior Circuit Jacobi Bain Goombay Spash 2019

Bahamians Advance in Singles Quarterfinals and Doubles SemiFinals at ITF Goombay Splash

By Esther Newton

Bahamians Sydney Clarke, Jacobi Bain and Donte Armbrister advance to the quarterfinals in singles in the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s U18 ITF Goombay Splash. The 3 top-ranked junior players from…

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Jun232020
International Tennis ClubJunior Tournaments IC Winterbotham Junior Series

Final 2019 IC Winterbotham Junior Series Held in Freeport

By Esther Newton

Featured Story on IC Junior Series, Story Writer: Tara Mactaggart The final tournament of the 2019 IC Winterbotham Junior Series was held at the YMCA courts in Freeport over this…

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Jun232020
Goombay SplashITF Junior CircuitJunior Tournaments Goombay Splash 2019

7 Bahamians Advance In The ITF Goombay Splash

By Esther Newton

Tennis Is Serving Up Some Good Results as Bahamians Jacobi Bain(singles), Anthony Burrows Jr. and Ryan Fox(doubles) won yesterday. Jacobi won convincingly in two sets. Bahamian duo, Burrows and Fox…

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Jun232020
International Tennis Club

Top 16s in North America Compete at IC Rod Laver Junior Challenge this Past Weekend at the NTC

By Esther Newton

Top juniors from The Bahamas, Mexico, The United States and Barbados competed at the National Tennis Centre over this past weekend at the IC Rod Laver North American Junior Challenge. Team Bahamas…

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Jun232020
Junior Tournaments Michael Major 14s Singles Winner

Michael Major, Finalist of UTR Baha Mar Cup

By Esther Newton

Michael Major Jr. was a finalist at the UTR Baha Mar Cup held this past weekend. Michael faced Bahamians Missick in the Round of 16 and Rees in the Quarterfinals. He…

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Jun232020
International Tennis Club IC Clinic 2019

IC Bahamas Hosts Tennis Clinic For Children Affected by Hurricane Dorian at the National Tennis Centre

By Esther Newton

A Tennis Clinic for 25 young children affected by the monstrous Hurricane Dorian was held on Sunday past at the National Tennis Centre. The event was organized by a member…

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Jun232020
Junior Tournaments

Jackson Mactaggart Wins Both 12u Singles and Doubles Titles on the Canadian Junior Circuit

By Esther Newton

Jackson Mactaggart captured the singles and doubles U12 tennis title at the Abbotsford Fall 3.5 Star Tournament in British Columbia, Canada. Jackson was seeded #1 in the tournament in singles.…

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Jun232020
Senior Tournament Circle of Champions Senior Nationals 2019

2019 BLTA Senior Nationals’ Champions

By Esther Newton

The 2019 Senior Nationals Champions have been crowned. The listing of winners and runners-up are attached. The last day of competition was riveting. The first singles Championship of the day…

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Jun232020
Professional Ciruit Justin Roberts 2019

Justin Roberts – A Very Good RunTo Doubles Semifinals in Arizona M25

By Esther Newton

Bahamian Justin Roberts participated in the M25 in Fayetteville, Arizona. Justin teamed up with Antiguan Jody Maginley in doubles; the dynamite duo won a doubles championship in Cancun this summer.…

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Jun232020
Senior Tournament Devlin and Everette Senior Nationals 2019

The BLTA Senior Nationals into the Semifinal Rounds

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s Senior Nationals is into the Semifinal rounds and the action is heating up. The three featured matches yesterday were competitive and ended up “under the lights” at…

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Jun232020
Junior Tournaments Zamere Davis 2019

Zamere Davis Finishes 3rd in the U10 Boys Championship in Florida

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Zamere Davis who was top of his Pool B in U10 at the end of round-robin matchplay over the weekend. Participating at the  U10…

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Jun232020
Professional Ciruit Justin Roberts

Kevin Major Jr. and Justin Roberts on the Pro Circuit

By Esther Newton

Bahamians Kevin Major Jr. and Justin Roberts are currently competing on the tennis pro circuit arena. Kevin Major Jr. has advanced out of the qualifying rounds at the M15 in Cancun…

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Jun232020
Junior Tournaments Jackson and Patrick Mactaggart

Patrick and Jackson Mactaggart Win Boys’ U12 USTA Doubles in Florida

By Esther Newton

At the Oaces Tennis Level 6 Junior Championships this past weekend Bahamians Patrick and Jackson Mactaggart (ages 9 and 11 respectively) won the Boys U12 doubles title in Wellington, Florida.…

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Jun232020
Junior Tournaments Kaylee Kanuka 2019

Kaylee Kanuka, a Top Junior, Competed in Naples, Florida

By Esther Newton

Kaylee Kanuka recently competed in the Ten-Pro Tournament in Naples Florida at the Sanchez Casal Academy in the U14 Girls’ category. The Ten-Pro is based in The Netherlands and hosts…

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Jun232020
Coaches Development Sharon Greene 2019 CBI Course

ITF Level 1 12-Day Coaching Course In The Bahamas Comes To A Close

By Esther Newton

At the close of the ITF Level 1 Coaching Course, the participants were able to put all the knowledge and skill learned into practice. On the court the coaches implemented…

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Jun222020
ITF Junior CircuitJunior Tournaments Donte Armbrister 2019 Doubles Winners

Bahamas Top Juniors Shine in Trinidad

By Esther Newton

Sydney Clarke and Donte Armbrister competed at a very high level in the Under 18 ITF Tournament in Trinidad last week. Donte Armbrister came out a Doubles champion along with…

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Jun222020
Tennis Development Southwest Tennis Club Back to School 2019

SouthWest Tennis Club Hosts A Succesful “Back-To-School” Fair

By Esther Newton

Saturday past, the Southwest Tennis Club (SWTC) hosted a Back-to-School Fair in conjunction with the Kiwanis Clubs of Cable Beach and Montagu, Rotaract Club, Nassau Sunset, BreAnns’s Care Closet Foundation…

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Jun222020
ITF Junior CircuitJunior Tournaments Sydney Clarke Summer 2019

Sydney Clarke and Donte Armbrister Advance in ITF Jr. Tournament (18U) in St. Vincent

By Esther Newton

Sydney Clarke and Donte Armbrister advance in the ITF junior tournament in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The duo are playing amongst top talent from the Caribbean, USA, Great Britain,…

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Jun222020
BLTACoaches Development CBI 2019

ITF Level 1 Coaching Course Underway In The Bahamas – NTC

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association is hosting another Coaches Course. Following the “Play Tennis Course” held in March 2019, the BLTA is adding to the skill base of coaches in…

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Jun222020
International Tennis Club IC Caribbean Team 2019

Kit Spencer leads IC Caribbean Team in Belgium Tennis Tournament

By Esther Newton

Kit Spencer, President of IC Bahamas, led a combined IC Caribbean team to an over 70 tennis tournament in Belgium. The International Lawn Tennis Clubs simplified as “IC”  was originally…

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Jun222020
Junior TennisJunior Tournaments Anthony Burrows Jr

The Third Win on the British Junior Tennis Circuit for Anthony Burrows Jr

By Esther Newton

 From the British Junior Circuit, Bahamian Anthony Burrows Jr. has captured another win! Anthony competed in the U16 East Summer County Tour – Bovingdon & Flaunden Tennis Club Tournament. The…

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Jun222020
Senior Tournament

Opening Day at the 27th Annual AID Clay Court Championships Yesterday

By Esther Newton

The 27th Annual AID Clay Court Championships hosted at the Gym Tennis Club, Winton Meadows, featured athletes in the Male Singles Jr. Vets category yesterday. Opening Day saw some exciting…

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Jun222020
National TeamsU12 Tennis Bahamas U12 Girls Medal Ceremony 2019

Team Bahamas (12U) Stands Proudly on The Awards Podium

By Esther Newton

Our Girls’ Team competed at a very high level at the ITF/COTECC U12 Team Competition Sub Region 3 in the Dominican Republic capturing the 3rd spot. We congratulate BreAnn Ferguson,…

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Jun222020
ITF Junior CircuitJunior Tournaments Donte Armbrister Sumer 2019

Donte Armbrister Advances to the Singles and Doubles Quarterfinals in St. Lucia

By Esther Newton

Yesterday at the International Tennis Federation (ITF) U18 Tournament in Castries, St. Lucia, Donte Armbrister advanced to the Boys’ Singles Quarterfinal.  The tournament features top talent from the Caribbean, USA,…

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Jun222020
ITF Pro Circuit Justin Roberts 2019

Justin Roberts – Top 800 in ATP Singles’ Ranking

By Esther Newton

The saying on his shirt  “Leave Your Legacy” rings true as Justin Roberts sets new career tennis high. Justin has moved to under 800 on the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP)…

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Jun222020
National TeamsU12 Tennis Bahamas U12 Team Boys and Girls

Team Bahamas Advances to the Top 4 in The Competition

By Esther Newton

Today, The Bahamas U12 Girls’ Team plays Jamaica and the winner advances to the Final of the ITF/COTECC  U12 Team Competition Sub Region 3 in the Dominican Republic. A win…

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Jun222020
National TeamsU12 Tennis Bahamas U12 Girls 2019

And They Have Done It Again: Team Bahamas Today with A Back-to-Back 3-0 Win

By Esther Newton

On the Dominican courts of clay, our Girls came to Play! After recording a shut-out victory yesterday against the host country, The Bahamas U12 Girls’ Team followed-up with another 3-0…

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Jun222020
ITF Junior CircuitJunior Tournaments

3 Bahamians Advance in International Tennis Federation (18U) Tournament

By Esther Newton

Three top Bahamian juniors are participating in the International Tennis Federation (ITF) U18  Tournament in Castries, St. Lucia. Sydney Clarke, Jacobi Bain and Donte Armbrister are playing amongst other talented…

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Jun222020
National TeamsU12 Tennis Bahamas U12 Girls 2019

Team Bahamas 12U Wins 3-0 over Cuba and Dominican Republic (Both Boys and Girls)

By Esther Newton

It was a great day for Team Bahamas yesterday! Team Bahamas is competing amongst the best in the region at the ITF/COTECC  U12 Tennis Team Competition Sub Region 3  in Santiago…

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Jun222020
Junior TournamentsNational Teams Bahamas Boys U12 Team 2019

Bahamas U12 Boys Team Opening Day versus Puerto Rico

By Esther Newton

Representing Team Bahamas, Freeport native Jerald Carroll played against Puerto Rico’s #2 Ian Arenas in the U12 ITF/Cotecc TeamCompetition in the Dominican Republic. Jerald debuted in his first international tournament…

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Jun222020
Junior Tournaments Anthony Burrows Jr Summer 2019

Another Win on The British Junior Circuit for Anthony Burrows Jr

By Esther Newton

Anthony Burrows Jr. who  won the Barnet Open U14 Boys last week follows up with another good win in the Our Lady of Muswell Summer Series Tournament in Middlesex, Great…

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Jun222020
Junior Tournaments Anthony Burrows Jr Winner 2019

One of Our Top Junior Players, Anthony Burrows Jr. Wins U14 Junior Open Title in Great Britain

By Esther Newton

This past week, Bahamian Anthony Burrows Jr. participated in the Barnet Junior Open in Hertfordshire, Great Britain and came out on top. Anthony entered the U14 Boys competition seeded second and…

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Jun222020
EleutheraGBTASummer Camp

Eleuthera and Grand Bahama Summer Tennis Camps

By Esther Newton

Tennis Summer Camps all over The Bahamas were conducted during the month and they all were very successful. In Eleuthera, Mr. Artie Johnson held his 20th Annual Summer Camp in…

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Jun222020
Summer CampTennis Camp

BLTA/Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture – Tennis Summer Camp Comes to a Close

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association has partnered with the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture to host a Tennis Summer Camp at the National Tennis Centre.  Camp Facilitator and Junior Development Head…

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Jun222020
Uncategorized

Justin Roberts Conducted a Junior Tennis Clinic at the National Tennis Centre Yesterday

By Esther Newton

Justin Roberts returns to The Bahamas after a very fruitful 4-week stint on the ITF pro circuit in Cancun, Mexico. Justin achieved one Doubles Final’s win, one Singles Final’s win,…

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Jun222020
ITF Pro Circuit

Justin Roberts Captures ITF M15 Pro Circuit Singles Win Today in Cancun, Mexico

By Esther Newton

Congratulations and best wishes are extended to the M15 Cancun ITF Singles Champion, Justin Roberts! Justin came through the qualifying rounds to reign supreme in the tournament held at the Cancun…

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Jun222020
ITF Pro Circuit Justin Roberts

Justin Roberts books his ticket to the M15 ITF Singles Final in Cancun Mexico

By Esther Newton

Bahamian Justin Roberts won the semifinals today and now has the opportunity to play his first pro circuit singles Final tomorrow! Justin who came from the Qualifying rounds played the…

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Jun222020
Professional Ciruit Kevin KJ Major

Kevin Major wins a USTA Broward Summer Men’s Tennis Open

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Kevin Major Jr. on winning a Florida based USTA Broward Summer Men’s Open held in Coral Springs. Kevin faced the winner of the U18…

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Jun222020
College Tennis Josh Turnquest Asbury University 2019

Joshua Turnquest named Tennis Male Athlete Of The Year(River State Conf)in College Tennis

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Joshua Turnquest on being named The River State Conference “Male Athlete Of The Year”. In May of this year, Joshua was also selected by…

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Jun192020
ITF Junior CircuitJunkanoo Bowl Junkanoo Bowl 2019 Doubles winners and runners up

Tennis Tournament Winners

By Esther Newton

It is a wrap! Another weeklong U18 International Tournament along with the U14 and U16 local tournament hosted by The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) has come to a successful end.…

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Jun192020
ITF Junior CircuitJunkanoo Bowl

Sydney Clarke and Jacobi Bain advance to the Junkanoo Bowl Quarterfinals!

By Esther Newton

Yesterday, it was a thriller of a match as the Girls #1 seed in the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s ITF Junkanoo Bowl Junior Tournament played amid a throng of supporters…

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Jun192020
ITF Junior CircuitJunkanoo Bowl Junkanoo Bowl Tournament 2019

MAIN DRAW – ITF JUNKANOO BOWL TOURNAMENT STARTS AT 9:00 A.M. THIS MORNING AT THE NTC

By Esther Newton

The Qualifying rounds are complete and Main Draw begins for The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association International Tennis Federation (ITF)  Junkanoo Bowl Tournament today. Top junior tennis players are participating in the…

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Jun192020
ITF Pro Circuit Justin Roberts

Congrats to Justin Roberts – Finalist in Doubles – M15 ITF in Mexico

By Esther Newton

Bahamian Justin Roberts and Jody Maginley from Antigua team up for the M15 ITF doubles in Cancun, Mexico.  The dynamic duo played in the Finals today against Axel Geller of Argentina…

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Jun192020
ATASummer CampTennis Development Abaco Tennis Association 2019 Sumer Camp

ATA hosts successful tennis camp for the children in Abaco

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates the Abaco Tennis Association (ATA) for hosting a successful summer tournament this past week. The Abaco Tennis Summer Camp was held in Forest Heights,…

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Jun192020
Uncategorized Philip Major Jr Serving Davis Cup 2019

Bahamas Falls to Puerto Rico in Davis Cup

By Esther Newton

Today was an important day as it was necessary for The Bahamas to secure the second spot in Pool A. This would qualify them to contend for the 3rd spot…

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Jun172020
Davis CupNational Teams Team Bahamas 2019 Davis Cup

Bahamas Wins In Davis Cup Action Yesterday

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas surges back after a loss on Wednesday to host country, Costa Rica. Playing the US Virgin Islands yesterday The Bahamas emerged victoriously! Up first Philip Major Jr would…

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Jun172020
Davis CupNational Teams

Bahamas Davis Cup in Costa Rica – Day 3

By Esther Newton

After securing the win over Antigua on Monday, The Bahamas faced the host country, Costa Rica, yesterday after Tuesday’s day off. In singles play, Philip (PJ)went up early but lost…

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Jun172020
Davis CupNational Teams

The Bahamas to Represent at the 2019 Davis Cup in Costa Rica

By Esther Newton

The stage is set!  The 2019 Davis Cup will take place on June 17th – 22nd in Costa Rica at the Costa Rica Country Club, Escazú. The Team consists of…

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Jun172020
Junior Tournaments

BLTA Congratulates U14 and U16 Tennis Tournament Winners

By Esther Newton

Junior players in The Bahamas are receiving more tennis matchplay and more competition.  The Executive Board of the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association has added three (3) new U14s and U16s…

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Jun172020
Junior TennisTennis Development

BLTA Play Tennis Program Gets a Visit from Brajaxba Tennis Club on Saturday Past

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association held another successful session of its “Play Tennis” Program on Saturday past. The sessions are fun and interactive and provide a pathway for new beginners in…

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Jun172020
College Tennis

Joshua Turnquest named to the ITA singles All-American List

By Esther Newton

The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) announced its 2019 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics All-American’s list. Bahamian Joshua Turnquest was selected by the ITA to the singles All-American list! To qualify…

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Jun172020
International Tennis ClubJunior Tournaments IC Junior Series 2019

IC Bahamas Junior Tennis 12s and 10s – Winners & Runners-up

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates the winners and runners-up of IC Bahamas U10 and U12 tennis tournament held at BahaMar Resorts this past weekend. The winners and runners-up are:U10 Girls…

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Jun132020
GBTATennis Development

Tennis Exhibition in Nassau and Tennis Program in Freeport, Grand Bahama

By Esther Newton

Tennis Exhibition in Nassau:On Saturday past, Southwest Tennis Club in conjunction with the other Sporting Clubs at the Flamingo Gardens Park held an all-day Saturday exhibition to showcase the talented…

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Jun132020
International Tennis ClubJunior TennisJunior Tournaments IC Junior Tournament 2019

IC Bahamas Junior Tennis Series is Underway at BahaMar Resorts

By Esther Newton

Over 50 matches were played yesterday as IC Bahamas Junior Tennis Series was in Day 2 of the tournament at the BahaMar Resorts. Top juniors in the U10 and U12…

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Jun132020
Tennis Development Play Tennis Program 2019

BLTA “Play Tennis” Program Introduced New Kids to the Sport Yesterday

By Esther Newton

Another exciting and fun week of tennis at the National Tennis Centre for bright and eager young individuals.  These beginners have displayed a desire to learn new skills and to…

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Jun132020
College Tennis Justin Roberts 2019

Justin Roberts Receives Collegiate Leadership and Sportsmanship Award

By Esther Newton

College senior Justin Roberts who played for the Arizona Sun Devils this past season was awarded the Southwest region “Arthur Ashe Leadership & Sportsmanship Award”  by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association…

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Jun132020
Tennis Development Play Tennis Program

GREAT TURN OUT THIS MORNING FOR PLAY TENNIS PROGRAM DESPITE THE INCLEMENT WEATHER

By Esther Newton

Today, the rain came down but nonetheless the kids came out to the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association’s (BLTA) “Play Tennis” Program held earlier this morning. The event consisted of kids…

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Jun132020
Junior Tournaments Chelsi Russell 2019

Coach Chelsi Russell Organizes Tennis Session for Young Players at NTC Today

By Esther Newton

Today at the National Tennis Centre, Coach Chelsi Russell organized a red and orange ball session for young tennis players. Other coaches who participated with their students were Coach Steve…

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Jun132020
College Tennis Abigal Simms off to college

Bahamian Abigail Simms Signs with Indiana Tech

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Abigail Simms on signing with the Indiana Tech Warriors to play with the women’s tennis team next fall. Abigail who hails from Grand Bahama…

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Jun132020
Davis Cup PJ Major

Baker Newman and Philip Major Jr. Emerge as theTwo Top Finishers of the 2019 BLTA Davis Cup Invitationals

By Esther Newton

And the 2019 Davis Cup Team is complete! After our Invitational Trials were held at NTC this weekend Baker Newman and Phillip Major Jr. have emerged as the two top finishers of…

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Jun132020
College Tennis Lauryn Daxon

Lauryn Daxon Soars as 2nd Team for Missouri Valley College

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Bahamian Lauryn Daxon for being recognized as 2nd Team singles and doubles All-Conference for Missouri Valley College. Lauryn is a sophomore at Missouri Valley…

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Jun132020
Davis Cup Spencer Newman

INVITATIONAL TRIALS SET FOR TOMORROW – FINAL 2 SPOTS ON THE BAHAMAS 2019 DAVIS CUP TEAM

By Esther Newton

  Despite our 2018 Davis Cup Team winning the Tie in Group III Americas, The Bahamas will remain in Group III for 2019 due to the International Tennis Federation’s 2019 Davis Cup…

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Jun132020
Junior TennisJunior Tournaments Elana Mackey

Elana Mackey in the finals at the USTA Tennis Tournament

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Elana Mackey on her Finals appearance at a Level 7 USTA tennis tournament in Key Biscayne, Florida. During the tournament Elana played very well…

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Jun122020
Junior Tournaments BLTA Claycourt Easter Classic

Winners and Runners-Up from BLTA’s Jr. National Claycourt Easter Classics

By Perry Newton

The BLTA wishes to officially announce its winners and runners-up from our Annual Jr. National Clay Court Easter Classics held over the Easter holiday.  Honourable mention goes to Peyton Anderson, triple…

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Jun122020
Fed CupNational Teams 2019 Fed Cup at HOA

Fed Cup Members Pay a Courtesy Call on the Prime Minister and Members of Parliament

By Esther Newton

After returning home Team Bahamas was recognized for their efforts at the 2019 Fed Cup in Lima, Peru. The Team ended up on top of Pool B and played in…

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Jun122020
Professional Ciruit Jody Turnquest

Jody Turnquest Wins The London Spring Tennis Slam Opens!

By Esther Newton

Jody Turnquest won the London Springs Slam Open in London Ontario Canada in this month. Jody entered the tournament seeded 2nd and won his opening match over Alessandro Sant Angelou…

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Jun122020
Fed CupNational Teams Bahamas and Peru Fed Cup 2019

The Bahamas Finishes 2nd at the 2019 Fed Cup event in Lima, Peru

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas faced its toughest opponent of the 2019 Fed Cup event today. Peru, the host country was able to overcome The Bahamas in the two singles matches. Danielle Thompson would…

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Jun122020
Fed CupNational Teams 2019 Fed Cup Team Celebrates

Team Bahamas Advances to Fed Cup Final in Peru

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas books its ticket to the Final of the 2019 Fed Cup in Lima, Peru. Fed Cup is dubbed “The World Cup of Tennis” because of its prominence in…

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Jun122020
ITF Pro Circuit Kevnin Major

Bahamians in ITF Pro circuit wins in Florida

By Esther Newton

Kevin Major Jr. obtains his first Main Draw win on the International Tennis Federation (ITF) pro circuit. Kevin entered qualifyings in  theM15 ITF in Orange Park, Florida along with fellow…

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Jun122020
Professional Ciruit Spencer Newman

Spencer Newman Wins Casley International Tennis Tournament

By Esther Newton

Congratulations go out to one of our former Davis Cup players Spencer Newman. Spencer recently won the Casley International Championships in Pembrooke Pines, Florida.  Spencer played Battistone from the USA…

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Jun122020
Fed CupNational Teams Sydney and Sierra Fed Cup 2019

Day 1 Success for Our Fed Cup Team in Peru on Yesterday

By Esther Newton

We are here on the grounds in Lima, Peru with Team Bahamas capturing each moment. Proudly representing The Bahamas all the way in Lima, Peru, our Fed Cup Team showed…

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Jun122020
EleutheraSenior Tournament Eleuthera Doubles Tournament 2019

Adult Doubles Tennis Tournament held in Eleuthera

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Mr. Artie Johnson and sponsor, Timothy Dames on a well-organized and successful tournament, recently held in Palmetto Point, Eleuthera. The winners of the Doubles Men’s…

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Jun122020
Fed CupNational Teams Bahamas 2019 Fed Cup Team

Team Bahamas Match Play Begins Tomorrow in Lima, Peru – Seeded at the Top of Pool B in Fed Cup Event

By Esther Newton

The 2019 Fed Cup Team has landed in Lima, Peru and are set for competition. The quartet of Kerrie Cartwright, Danielle Thompson, Sydney Clarke and Sierra Donaldson has practised in…

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Jun122020
College Tennis Sierra Donaldson Lee University

Sierra Donaldson Tops the GSU Conference Freshman as Player of The Week

By Esther Newton

In her first year of collegiate tennis, Bahamian Sierra Donaldson was selected as this week’s Gulf South Conference Women’s Tennis, Freshman of the Week. Sierra who plays for Lee University…

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Jun122020
Junior Tournaments Danny Rigby Touranment

Coach Danny Rigby Tennis Tournament in Freeport Was a Success

By Esther Newton

The Danny Rigby Tennis Tournament was held in Freeport, Grand Bahama this past weekend at the YMCA.  The ages of kids who participated were 6 to 15.   The goals of…

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Jun122020
Junior TennisTennis Development South West Tennis Club 2019

Community Junior Tennis – SWTC Holds a Successful Tennis Tournament in the Local Community on Saturday Past

By Esther Newton

The President of The Southwest Tennis Club (SWTC) Mr. Mike Butler organized a tennis tournament for beginners at the Flamingo Gardens tennis courts. It was the first interclub tournament for…

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Jun122020
College Tennis Emotional Justin Roberts 2019

Justin Roberts in Tennis Win over Arizona Wildcats

By Esther Newton

In college play, the Arizona Wildcats and the Arizona State Sun Devils compete yearlong and the team with the most wins out of this rivalry is considered the winner of…

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Jun122020
Fed Cup Bahamas Fed Cup

Bahamas Fed Cup 2019

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association has fielded a talented group to represent The Bahamas at the 2019 BNP Paribus Fed Cup in Lima, Peru. The Fed Cup is the premier…

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Jun122020
BLTACoaches DevelopmentGBTATennis Development John Goede At NTC 2019

BLTA Tennis Development

By Esther Newton

Mr John Goede, ITF Development Officer for the Caribbean visited The Bahamas this past week. During his stay he led an impactful coaching course via the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association.…

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Jun122020
Junior Tennis Kofi Bowe Forehand

Kofi Bowe, Freeport Advanced – Singles and Doubles’ Semifinals of the USTA Rick Macci Tennis Tournament

By Esther Newton

Bahamian top junior tennis player, Kofi Bowe advanced to the semifinals of the USTA’s Rick Macci International Spring Break Challenger.   Kofi entered the Boys’ U16s event which was recently held in…

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Jun122020
ITF Junior CircuitJunior Tennis Sydney Clarke Serving

Sydney Clarke Ranked in the Top 5 in Central America and the Caribbean

By Esther Newton

Bahamian Sydney Clarke was rated fourth amongst the top junior talent in the region according to a recent ranking poll from COTECC. Coming off an exceptional tennis season in 2018…

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Jun122020
BLTATennis Development

Ministry of Education Officer in meeting with Tennis Developmental Officers

By Esther Newton

Mr. Evon Wisdom, Senior Education Officer at the Ministry of Education visited the National Tennis Centre this past weekend. Mr. Wisdom met with BLT President, Ms. Darnette Weir,  Mr. John Goede, International…

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Jun122020
College TennisFed Cup Sierra Donaldson

Sierra Donaldson Performing Very Well in College Matchplay for Lee University

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Sierra Donaldson who is performing well on the collegiate circuit. Sierra has secured wins for her college Lee University as the Number 6 in…

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Jun122020
Professional Ciruit Baker Newman

Baker Newman Receives Main Draw Win on the Pro Circuit

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Baker Newman on his great performance on the international pro tennis circuit.  Baker played in M15 in Cancun, Mexico where he won against two…

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BLTA Promotes Tennis Development As Coaches Education and Training Course Begins Today!

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association is jumpstarting its tennis development with the Play Tennis Course (PTC). PTC is an introductory level tennis qualification that is delivered through the member National…

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Jun122020
Junior Tennis

BLTA’s Junior Development

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association announces Mr. Perry Newton Jr.,  assisted by Mr. Wesley Rolle, will head the Junior Development Program for the national association.  The approval of appointment was unanimous at…

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World Junior Tennis Tournament in Santo Domingo: Day1

By Esther Newton

The World Juniors Tennis Competition for top junior Girls U14 in the region is being held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Team Bahamas started competition after the opening ceremonies against…

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Jun122020
Professional Ciruit Justin Lunn

Bahamians Kevin Major Jr.(Winner), Philip Major Jr. (Quarterfinalist) and Justin Lunn (R16) In Tennis Open Championship in Florida

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Kevin Major Jr. on winning another tennis tournament in Florida. Kevin won Open Championships in Flamingo Park Florida only weeks after winning the BMW…

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Jun122020
College Tennis Joshua Turnquest Ranked 15

CONGRATULATIONS – Joshua Turnquest ranked #15 in Intercollegiate Tennis (NAIA)

By Esther Newton

Bahamian collegiate player Joshua Turnquest is now ranked #15 in intercollegiate tennis play. Joshua moved up 15 spots based on the latest Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) NAIA rankings announced recently. …

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Jun122020
Junior TournamentsNational Teams WJT Players and Coach

CONSOLATION RUNNER-UP – OUR WORLD JUNIORS’ NATIONAL TEAM

By Esther Newton

On Friday past, The Bahamas World Tennis Juniors National Team (Boys) secured another win and defeated Curacao 3-0 to advance to the Consolation Final yesterday! Anthony Burrows Jr. continued his great…

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Jun122020
Junior TennisJunior TournamentsNational Teams Bahamas WJT 2019

Bahamas Wins 3-0 over Aruba in World Junior Team Competition

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas was victorious today  over Aruba  3-0 at the World TennisTeam Competition in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The Bahamas coming off two tough and competitive losses came back strongtoday…

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Jun122020
Junior TennisJunior TournamentsNational Teams World Jr 2019

Team Bahamas at World Juniors in Santo Domingo, DOM

By Esther Newton

Arriving in  Santo Domingo to represent The Bahamas at the World Juniors Competition is a cadre of talented juniors. Team Bahamas consists of Michael Major Jr., Anthony Burrows Jr.,  and…

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COACHES DEVELOPMENT

By Esther Newton

It is with great pleasure that we announce the commencement of our Coaches Education and Development Program.  The first step in this process is to participate in the ITF’s Play…

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Jun122020
Professional Ciruit Kevin KJ Major

Kevin Major Jr. Wins BMW Tennis Tournament in Florida

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association congratulates Kevin Major Jr. on winning the BMW Tennis Championships this past week in Pembrooke Pines. Kevin who was seeded No.8  won over the 4th…

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Jun122020
College Tennis Justin Roberts

Justin Roberts Ranked 97 on the Men’s College Tennis Circuit

By Esther Newton

Justin Roberts is ranked No. 97, in men’s college tennis. Roberts’ ranking comes after defeating the No. 12-ranked player in the nation against Ohio State. Justin’s coach Hill stated, “Rankings…

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Jun122020
ATATennis Development Abaco Tennis Association

Tennis Development in The Bahamas – Abaco Is On The Move!

By Esther Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) will be highlighting tennis development in The Bahamas over the upcoming weeks. We go to the North to Marsh Harbour, Abaco where the spotlight today…

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Bahamain Jacobi Bain in the Finals of U16 JITIC

By Esther Newton

The top juniors in the Caribbean and Central America have converged in El Salvador for the U16 Junior International Championships(JITIC)  . Bahamain Jacobi Bain has emerged as one of the best…

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Jun92020
Fed CupNational Teams Bahamas Fed Cup 2018

Bahamas Finishes 2nd

By Esther Newton

The road to success is fraught with many obstacles. After going undefeated in Pool B and emerging as winners, our Bahamian Fed Cup’s road to promotion had one more challenge to overcome: the winner of Pool A, Ecuador.…

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Jun92020
International Tennis Club IC Bahamas 2018

4th Bi-Annual IC Intl. Tennis Week set to open Monday, Jan. 9

By Perry Newton

Nassau, Bahamas – Starting 9.30am at The National Tennis Centre Monday, 9 January teams from USA, Canada, Barbados, an “International” team from several IC countries and The Bahamas will be…

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Jun92020
Junior TennisTennis Camp tennis-clinic-blta

BLTA Hosts Junior Tennis Clinic at National Centre

By Perry Newton

Nassau, Bahamas – On Saturday The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) held a Junior Tennis Clinic at the National Tennis Centre, Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre.  The $1-Day Clinic was a…

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Local talent displayed at 24th annual A.I.D. Clay court Tennis Tournament

By Perry Newton

Nassau, Bahamas – The past two weeks saw a display of tennis talent among a diverse group of players. There was participation from both the male and female populace. The…

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Jun92020
Junior TennisJunior TournamentsNational TeamsU12 Tennis Curacao-U12-Championship

Bahamas at 12U ITF/GSDF Caribbean Tennis Team Championships in Curacao

By Perry Newton

The Bahamas has a tennis team participating in the 12U ITF/GSDF Caribbean Team Championships in Curacao.    The team consists of the Boys: Michael Major Jr. and Anthony Burrows Jr and on the…

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Jun92020
ITF Junior CircuitJunior TennisJunior Tournaments ITF Summer Tour 2016

Bahamian Junior Tennis Players excelling on the ITF Junior Circuit

By Perry Newton

Finals Champion, Semifinal Win and Quarterfinal Appearances and Main Draw Wins were the positive results achieved by a group of The Bahamas top U18 Tennis Juniors who recently participated in…

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Jun92020
ITF Junior CircuitJunior TennisJunior Tournaments Sydni Kerr

Talented Bahamian Tennis Athletes on the International Stage

By Perry Newton

There are a number of young and talented Bahamian tennis players touring the globe this summer.  From St. Lucia in the south to Germany in the North, our tennis players…

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Jun92020
EleutheraJunior TennisSummer CampTennis Camp Artie Johnson All Eleuthera Youth Tennis 2016

“Tennis For Hunger” – 17th annual Artie Johnson All Eleuthera Youth Tennis Camp

By Perry Newton

There was a great showing once again the 17th annual Artie Johnson All Eleuthera Youth Tennis Camp held in Eleuthera, Bahamas.   The camp was dubbed a great success by the…

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Jun92020
Junior TennisJunior TournamentsU14 Tennis 2016 u14 Team

Bahamas update: U14 Junior International Tennis Championships – El Salvador

By Perry Newton

Our young juniors are competing in the 14 and under Junior International Championships (JITIC) in El Salvador. The JITIC competition has the top juniors in the Caribbean and Latin America…

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Jun92020
Junior TennisNational Teams

3 matches won today in U16 Junior Tennis championships for Bahamians

By Perry Newton

Today in matchplay Kofi Bowe from Freeport, Bahamas represented well as he won his consolation match today against Ruben Pinchas from Jamaica 6-4, 6-1.  Kofi who is only 12 years…

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Jun72020
Davis CupNational Teams

Davis Cup Winners Receive Heroes’ Welcome in Bahamas

By Perry Newton

Nassau, Bahamas – The 2016 Davis Cup Zone III Co-Winners returned home yesterday to a heroes’ welcome.  The team, which includes player/ captain Marvin Rolle, Baker Newman, Spencer Newman and…

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Jun72020
Davis CupNational Teams 2016 Bahamas Davis Cup Team

Bahamas Davis Cup Team Advanced and Promoted to Group II Americas

By Perry Newton

A splendid showing all around for The Bahamas in The 2016 Davis Cup Competiton. Due to the consistent and excellent play, Team Bahamas has been promoted to Zone II. With…

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Jun72020
Davis Cup

The Bahamas Davis Cup team defeats Trinidad & Tobago

By Perry Newton

A clean sweep against Trinidad & Tobago today for The Bahamas Davis Cup Team. The competition got off to a great start with Kevin Major Jr. leading the way. Despite…

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Main Draw Begins at the 15th ITF Junkanoo Bowl

By Perry Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association is hosting its 15th Edition of the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Junkanoo Bowl.  The tournament features top junior players in the under 18 and the…

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Jun62020
BLTAITF Junior CircuitJunior TennisJunior TournamentsJunkanoo Bowl

15th Annual ITF Junkanoo Bowl: July 4th – 9th

By Perry Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) will be hosting its 15th Annual International Tennis Federation (ITF) Junkanoo Bowl Tournament  July 4th – 9th 2016.  The tournament is sponsored by Massy…

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Philip Major is the Male Singles Champion at Open National Playoffs Southern

By Perry Newton

June 27th — In the finals match Philip faced home town favourite Trey Yates. Despite the fact that the crowd was on American Yates side, Philip was able to break…

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Kerrie Cartwright Shines at Pro USTA Tournament in California

By Perry Newton

In Pro USTA Women’s Singles play, Bahamian Kerrie Cartwright was successful in winning the tournament which was sponsored by Crow Canon Country Club. The tournament which was classified as advanced,…

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Tennis Development Officer Visits New Providence and Grand Bahama

By Perry Newton

Mr. John Goede, International Tennis Federation(ITF) Development Officer for the Caribbean had a very fruitful visit to The Bahamas recently.  His visit encompassed not only New Providence but also Grand…

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Philip Major Jr. and Justin Roberts In Top Form Tennis Play‏

By Perry Newton

From the tennis beat, we have several outstanding tennis athletes playing on the American Circuit.  Over the weekend Philip Major Jr. who made the main draw on the European Circuit…

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International Tennis Federation Development Officer Visits the Bahamas

By Perry Newton

The Bahamas Lawn and Tennis Association (BLTA) welcomes to The Bahamas Mr. John Goede, International Tennis Federation (ITF) Development Officer.  Mr. Goede was appointed developmental Officer for the Caribbean in…

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Bahamas Top Junior Female Tennis Athletes Partake in a High-Performance Tennis Clinic

By Perry Newton

In an effort to provide top notched training for BLTA juniors, the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association extended an invitation to our top tennis junior athletes to participate in a Developmental…

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Jun62020
BLTA

Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association Announces New Officers

By Perry Newton

The  Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) ushers in for the 2016/2017 term its newly elected officers.  At its recent annual general meeting, the following slate of officers and executives elected were…

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Invitational Tryout – 2016 Davis Cup Team – For Final 2 Spots

By Perry Newton

The Bahamas will be participating in the Davis Cup in July 2016.  The Competition this year will be held in Bolivia.  The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA)  held a tryout…

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Rasheed Carey and Shannon Francis Making News in NJCAA Men’s Tennis National Championships

By Perry Newton

Rasheed Carey’s team Asa Miami was able to win the national title in their program’s first year of NJCAA competition.  Rasheed a native of Freeport, Grand Bahama played well as…

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Sydney Clarke and Anthony Burrows Shining Off The Court, and in The Community

By Perry Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis (BLTA) is proud to recognize the achievements of two of its young tennis athletes; namely Sydney Clarke and Anthony Burrows.  Sydney Clarke was selected as one…

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Bahamas’ Fox Brothers Obtain Success on the Florida Tennis Circuit

By Perry Newton

Ryan Fox is a 12-year-old Bahamian Tennis player who has been studying and training in Florida at the prestigious “ Pro World” tennis academy of Delray Beach  Ryan has been…

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Jacobi Bain Advances in U14 Tennis Europe Tournament

By Perry Newton

Tennis Europe has long been the platform of choice for the launch of a successful career and is held across 43 of the 50 member nations of Tennis Europe. Players…

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Dylan Walker Playing Big Tennis in The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Conference Finals

By Perry Newton

Bahamian Dylan Walker who hails from Eleuthera and attends Missouri Baptist University was instrumental on his college win in the conference Finals. Dylan and teammates now head to the Nationals…

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Shannon Francis Shines Bright in NJCAA Tennis Conference Final

By Perry Newton

Bahamian Tennis player Shannon Francis shined brightly in the NJCAA tennis play for Prairie State College. The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), founded in 1938, is an association of community…

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Men’s Tennis Overcomes 1-4 Deficit to Win Conference Tournament

By Perry Newton

OLATHE, Kan -Missouri Baptist men’s tennis won their semifinal and championship matches on Saturday. The day started with a 5-2 victory over rival Missouri Valley and concluded with a 5-4…

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Bahamian Tennis Players in the 8th Hellenic Zeus ITF Pro Circuit

By Perry Newton

In recent international tennis, futures play held in Greece The Bahamas had good representation. Philip Major made it past the first round in the Qualifyings at the 8th Hellenic Zeus…

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Results: Royal Bank of Canada Finco Jr. National Clay Court Tennis Classic

By Perry Newton

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association climaxed their 2016 RBC FINCO Jr. National Clay Court Classic this past Easter Monday in grand style with a Trophy Presentation Ceremony.  The Association boasts…

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U14 boys and girls swing their way to the finals and consolation tennis finals but defeated

By Perry Newton

Final BLTA update from the 2016 WJT North/Central America & Caribbean Pr-Qualifiers in San Salvador, El Salvador:Our boys’ team of Jacobi Bain, Kofi Bowe and Denali Nottage played well but…

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Two Great Wins In El Salvador for The Bahamas Girls and Boys U14 Team

By Perry Newton

On March 14th the Bahamas Girl and Boys Teams were successful in their matches in El Salvador. The Bahamas continues to do well in the U14 tennis team play where…

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Team Bahamas Advances to Main Draw in U14 Juniors Tennis Tournament in Santo Domingo

By Perry Newton

The Boys’ and Girls’ national teams are participating in the World Junior Tennis Competition being held in San Salvador, El Salvador March 11 – 16, 2016.  The Boys’ Team consists…

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Jun52020
BLTAJunior Tennis Tennis Clinic at the NTC

Bahamas National Tennis Centre partners with Chicago Club

By Perry Newton

The National Tennis Centre (NTC) partnered with the Oak Park Tennis Center in Chicago, Illinois to hold a successful clinic on Saturday February 13th 2016. Children from neighbourhood schools and…

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Bahamas’ Philip Major Puts in Good Showing In Main Draw on the Pro Circuit

By Perry Newton

Philip has started his tennis year off in stellar fashion with the three main draw participation. He will have one more chance this upcoming week on this tour as he…

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Bahamas Fed Cup Team falls to the Home Team Puerto Rico

By Perry Newton

The Fed Cup Team of Iesha Shepherd, Gabriela Donaldson, Sierra Donaldson and Lauryn Daxon were in action today against Puerto Rico. The home team Puerto Rico had great support and…

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Bahamas Fed Cup team faces Guatemala in Bayaman, Puerto Rico

By Perry Newton

Another exciting week in the world of Bahamian Tennis as our 4-member Fed Cup Team of Iesha Shepherd, Gabriela Donaldson,  Sierra Donaldson, and Lauryn Daxon compete in Bayamon, Puerto Rico.   The tournament…

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Two Exciting 3-Set Battles for Junior Fed and Davis Cup Teams in Santo Domingo

By Perry Newton

(January 28) – The Bahamas Junior Fed Cup and Davis Cup Teams fought hard today. The Junior Fed Cup Team started their run for advancement with Sierra Donaldson against Chavarria…

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Bahamas Junior Fed Cup Team Advances to the Main Draw

By Perry Newton

The triple threat of Donaldson, Clarke and Smith was once again successful as it was smooth sailing on day two for the Junior Fed Cup Team. Sierra Donaldson defeated Giammattei 6-0, 6-1, Sydney…

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Bahamian Philip Major Advances to the Main Draw on the International Tennis Federation Pro Circuit

By Perry Newton

Philip Major has shined brightly in the Qualifying Rounds in the ITF Pro Circuit.  In the first round of The Turkey F4 Futures which is being held in Antalya Turkey,…

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Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association starts off 2016 Calendar with 3 National Teams travel

By Perry Newton

Three national teams from the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) depart Nassau this month to represent The Bahamas in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and Bayamon, Puerto Rico. The Jr.Fed and…

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Bahamian Duo To Attend Regional Tennis Training Camp

By Perry Newton

Nassau, Bahamas – The BLTA extends warm congratulations to Jacobi Bain and Elana Mackey who has been invited by the ITF to participate in a Regional U13 Training Camp for the top players in…

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Bahamian Jacobi Bain wins Singles and Doubles in Honduras Junior Tennis Tournament

By Perry Newton

Jacobi Bain achieves double wins in singles and doubles final matches today in Honduras ITF Junior Tennis Bowl.  The young tennis athlete had a very impressive path to the singles…

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BLTA’s Junior Development Rewards Hard Working Junior Players and Coaches

By Perry Newton

As the national tennis team calendar has come to an end for the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA), Head of Junior Development Mrs. Kim O’Kelley hosted a Rewards Gathering at…

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Bahamian athletes shine at Honduras Tennis Junior Bowl 2015

By Perry Newton

Our Bahamian tennis athletes are continuing to shine as Jacobi Bain and Wayne Russell III participate in the Honduras Junior Bowl 2015. Jacobi Bain who recently won the ITF Junkanoo…

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Bahamas 12U Tennis Team Making Waves in Curacao

By Perry Newton

Our 12U team girls’ team consisting of Emma Weech and Perjae Major, Denali Nottage and Anthony Burrows Jr. returned home after competing in the international tennis tournament in Curacao. Our…

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Bahamas at ITF 12U Caribbean COTECC Team Championships in Curacao

By Perry Newton

Team Championships in Curacao The Bahamas has a 4-member 12U National Team is participating in the ITF 12U Caribbean COTECC Team Championships being held August 23 – 30, 2015 in Curacao.  The…

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