Basford Lawn Tennis Club
Basford Lawn Tennis Club is located near to the Polite Vicar public house and the New Vic Theatre. Just a few minutes’ drive from Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent. There’s an exciting range of tennis available as well as many social events throughout the year. So whatever you’re age or ability, you’ll enjoy being part of the local tennis community.
Social Play
The club provides a variety of social play. From turn-up-and-play where all are welcome to join in, to regular and one-off organised events. There is a good mix of competitive players who are keen to progress. As well as social players who prefer a good game in a pleasant environment with a friendly group of players.
Coaching
The club is lucky to have an excellent LTA licensed resident coach. Mike Armstrong provides group coaching for juniors, adults and the teams, as well as offering individual coaching. Players of all ages and standards, both members and non-members, are welcome to take advantage of Mike’s coaching. As well as traditional coaching, he can offer the use of a ball machine and video analysis to assist in the development of technique.
Competitive Tennis
Although it is not a big club, Basford Lawn Tennis Club has several youngsters who are nationally ranked (i.e. inside the top 100 in their age group). One has reached the top 10 in his age group. Another has reached the finals of the Road To Wimbledon tournament in both 2007 and 2008. There are also several junior players bubbling just outside the top 100. There’s also a superb range of competitive match play for the adults including club tournaments and in local leagues.
Membership
Basford Lawn Tennis Club has a membership which encompasses a wide range of ages and abilities. So you;ll feel at home playing at the club. Since there’s no joining fees and a range of membership, it’s easy to join.