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 of tennis throughout the Bahamas. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic tennis activity was virtually halted as competitive sporting events across the country was prohibited. This…
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 tournament organisers and players with access to UTR, the company’s renowned rating system and technology platform. WHAT IS UTR? Universal Tennis Rating, or “UTR” is…
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 – Michael Butler 2nd Vice President – Chilean Burrows Treasurer – Timothy Dames Assistant Treasurer – Yvette Godet Secretary – John Laramore Assistant Secretary – Cameel McDonald Council Member – Bernard Clarke Council…
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 some great matches but more importantly, we saw great camaraderie and sportsmanship. As the kids and adults got in some excellent matchplay for such a…
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 The Bahamas with the Level 1 International Tennis Federation (ITF) Course. The Course is directed by ITF Development Officer for the Caribbean Mr. John Goede.…
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. In concert with the BLTA, Mr Goede also met with a Ministry of Education official, a few local schools and some of the tennis clubs…
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 Tennis Federation Development Officer for The Caribbean and other Executives inclusive of recently appointed, Head of Junior Development, Mr. Perry Newton Jr. and Junior Tennis Initiative Administrator and…
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 U14 categories from more than 20 countries including Japan, South Africa, Ukraine, Zimbabwe, Bulgaria and the USA. The highest-ranked player is seeded 128 in juniors…
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 United Insurance and RMS Insurance Agents & Brokers. The tournament will feature top juniors from over 30 countries including Germany, United States, Australia, Canada, Japan,…
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 Bahama. Mr. Goede met with the Grand Bahama Tennis Association (GBTA). The focus was on the development of tennis and growth prospects with an emphasis…