What an incredible evening at the Tennis Victoria 2025 Community Tennis Awards, held at the iconic Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club.

I was beyond proud (and still a little stunned!) to be recognised as one of the Top 3 community coaches in Victoria. To even be considered at this level, among so many passionate and hardworking coaches, is a huge honour.

What made the night truly special was being surrounded by others who share the same goal: to make tennis accessible and enjoyable for everyone in our communities. Being in that room, with so many like-minded people committed to growing the game, was nothing short of inspiring.

I’m also incredibly grateful to the people and clubs who make this journey possible. To Stratford Tennis Club, Longford Tennis Club VIC, and Briagolong Tennis Club—thank you for backing the many programs we run and helping make them thrive.

How good is tennis!