The Abaco Tennis Association (ATA) continues in the pursuit of its motto of “Preparing our youths for success through tennis” by hosting its first Back To School Jubilee. The two-day event which was held in Dundas Town and Forrest Heights Abaco was a great success.
On Day 1 the Abaco Tennis Association hosted a tennis clinic for juniors which was initiated by Coach Tito Russell and Guest Coach Sidney Pratt. Abaco and Freeport came together in the clinic, an excellent cross-island training opportunity for the juniors in the northern region of the Bahamas.
On Day 2 the juniors participated in singles competition while the adults participated in singles and doubles competitions. The kids were able to put some of the things they learned on Day 1 into practice right away. The adults also had a great time as they competed.
The Junior Winners are as follows:
A Category
Winner- Latahj Orlando
Runner Up- Aiden Ritchie
B Category
Winner- Oneal Hanna
Runner Up- Lloyshard Russell
C Category
Winner- Miracle Poitier
Runner Up- William Thompson
Adult Winners are as follows:
Men Singles
Winner- Perry Newton
Runner Up- Clanardo CJ Davis
Women Singles
Winner- Cameel McDonald
Runner Up- Esther Newton
Men Doubles
Winners- Clanardo CJ Davis/Abishai Adderley
Runner Up- Macquel McDonald/ Randy Davis
At the Opening Ceremony President of ATA, Cameel Mcdonald was thankful to Mr James Richards for the use of the Forest Heights courts. She also expressed her appreciation to Guest Coach Sidney Pratt and his travelling team which represented in good numbers. She extended thanks to Ms Lightbourne and the team from the Red Cross for their support. Special mention to Jimmy’s, Abaco Groceries, Maxwells, Louis Schneider, Abaco Sporting Club and Dr Sibert Mills for their support of the event.
President Mcdonald welcomed BLTA President Perry Newton to the Tennis Jubilee and thanked him for his presence and his continued support of the Abaco initiatives. She acknowledged the hard work of the Abaco coaches Chevy, Bobby and Ray. Special thanks were extended to the ATA members and followers who work behind the scenes. President Cameel stated “We thank you all for everything, we truly make a great team. What we can make happen, others can only dream.”
As the sun sets on a beautiful tennis event we know that this will be the first of many Back To School Jubilees in Abaco. Pictures of the event are attached.
Original Post Date: 8/29/2022
