Member of Parliament for Centreville Jomo Campbell visited the National Tennis Centre(NTC) today and participated in the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association Play Tennis Program. Mr Campbell spoke with the kids who range from ages 5-16 and expressed that he is pleased with the program’s impact on the children. He also stated that he was happy to support this wonderful initiative.
The kids learned how to serve, how to hit forehands and backhands and how to volley. Mr Campbell also made some donations to Principal Lewis and Coach Moss of Centreville Primary School. These gifts included new racquets, tennis balls and a tennis net for the school.
Recently the BLTA was instrumental in inviting Coach Moss, a PE Teacher for Centreville Primary School to participate in its certified coaching course. Coach Moss completed the course and is now able to conduct tennis courses for beginners at the school. It is important to expand the coaching pool in the Bahamas. The BLTA will continue to provide these certification opportunities throughout the Bahamas.
President Perry Newton noted that today’s events were reflective of growth in the program, there were three consecutive play tennis sessions and we appreciate all our volunteers who assisted in the
three sessions that were conducted today. We are thankful for MP Campbell and his contributions to the development of the children of Centreville Primary. It was good that Prinicipal Lewis also visited the NTC to share in this moment. The BLTA will continue to create opportunities and unforgettable experiences for the children that will be with them throughout their lives. President Newton concluded, “I am overjoyed with the children and their obvious enthusiasm, let us continue to support and encourage our youth.”
Original Post Date: 5/13/2023
