How to find us
Albury Tennis Association
365 Townsend St
Albury
New South Wales
2640
Visit Our New Website – www.alburygrasscourts.com.au
Annual General Meeting
Held: Tuesday 15 October 2024
Welcome to the New Committee:
- President: Peter Penny
- Vice-President: Peter Simpson
- Treasurer: Joy Lee
- Secretary: Graeme Barned
- Committee Members: Trish Moore, Brenton Simpson, Michael Pope, Grant Sawyer
Exciting Updates for AGC:
We have finalised:
- Strategic Plan - Fire Up Tennis
- Master Plan
- Management Plan
These documents can be accessed via out website www.alburygrasscourts.com.au.
Your feedback is welcome!
Contact Peter Penny (President) at 0499 005 988 or email us at alburytennis1@bigpond.com to share your thoughts.
We look forward to an exciting future at our beautiful grass court complex.
Happy Hitting!
About
Welcome to the home of 25 natural grass courts and 4 synthetic grass courts, perfect for social and competition players of all levels. We host regular tournaments for juniors, veterans, and tennis enthusiasts.
Leadership
- Ken Wurtz served as President from 2003 to 2022 and remains on the committee.
- Peter Penny became President in 2023.
Competitions and Programs
- Saturday Pennant: Summer matches on grass courts, winter matches on clay, hardcourt, and synthetic surfaces.
- Tuesday Ladies Pennant: Offered in both summer and winter seasons.
- Tournaments: Easter, Veterans, Margaret Court Cup, Rex Hartwig Cup, and Regional Junior Development series.
- Other Activities: Club Championships, National Schools Event, social play, coaching, and camps.
Facilities
The Margaret Court Pavilion, surrounded by stunning grass courts, is a centerpiece of the complex. Our courts, curated to Wimbledon standards by Shayne Ried, are among the finest in Australia. The Pavilion is also available for function hire.
Join us in celebrating the history and love of tennis. All ages and skill levels are welcome!
Showcase Events
Albury Easter Tournament
First held in 1910, this iconic event celebrated its 100th tournament in 2014. The Easter Open has featured tennis legends such as Margaret Court, Evonne Goolagong, and Neale Fraser.
Special highlights include:
- Exhibition matches with vintage attire and equipment.
- A museum display featuring historic trophies and memorabilia.
Margaret Court Cup
Established to honor Albury-born Margaret Court, one of the greatest players in tennis history, this nationally ranked junior tournament is held every January.
Key features:
- Pre-tournament team events.
- Grass court familiarity for juniors.
- Opportunities to gain national points.
The tournament has attracted players from across Australia and overseas, with winners of the 14 & Under event in 2022 earning a trip to Wimbledon Juniors Qualifying.
Discover tennis history, enjoy world-class facilities, and join in on the fun at Albury Tennis Association!