Hi Team Stony Tennis
Do you want your child to be brave, be able to face challenges and become more equipped for the big world they are growing up in? Let them compete!
Competition is a very natural thing, and we all compete in many ways every day…even against ourselves. Competition plays a crucial role in children's development for many reasons so you can use tennis competition to help them become better.
Not only does tennis competition provide many physical benefits, but it also helps them emotionally. Participating in tennis can boost a child's self-esteem and confidence. It teaches them how to handle both success and failure, fostering resilience and the ability to cope with setbacks. Obviously, there are many factors that could knock this confidence, so it is important to find the right level at the right time…please read on for opportunities at the end of this email!
Tennis competitions also provide a platform for children to interact with their peers, learn to work as part of a team in doubles, communicate effectively, and develop friendships. These interactions help children build essential social skills and learn the importance of cooperation and collaboration. Tennis competitions also require that children to follow rules and adhere to schedules. These activities instil a sense of discipline and responsibility, which are valuable life skills.
When developing players, I believe there is no difference between the competition and practice. For me they are all part of the same thing as we set goals, whether it's improving a skill, winning a match, or simply participating. Working towards these goals teaches them the importance of persistence, effort, and commitment.
Great champions are not produced over night. When presented with the opportunity to compete, children can take on leadership roles and understand the dynamics of team roles. Even in a singles match, you must be the leader of yourself. Learning to lead and support others in doubles or team events is a significant aspect of personal development.
There have been many matches where someone is losing badly and next thing they have fought back. Through competition you can develop cognitive skills that improve concentration, problem-solving abilities, and strategic thinking. The mental challenges involved in planning plays, understanding rules, and adapting to different scenarios can massively enhance cognitive development.
Team Stony Tennis believe that competition is at the heart of developing great characters, which is why we are huge advocates of getting children involved at all ages and levels. There are several opportunities for your child to get involved soon, so I would encourage you to enter these events which are ran by us at the club and we will manage the levels and the players in a positive environment.
We have the Team Stony Challenger starting on Sunday 2nd June for the 8&U and 12&U age groups. On Sunday 9th June we have the 9&U and 14&U age groups and finally on Sunday 16th June we have the 10&U and 16&U events. These are fun team-based competitions for all abilities, and I am sure you’ll love the format. Please click here for more information and to enter.
For everyone in the 10&U to 18&U age groups, we have our Junior Club Championships running on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd June. There is a choice of singles, doubles or both and it will be a festival of tennis for everyone at the club. For more information and to book, please click here.
I hope to see as many people as possible entering the events and experiencing the real benefits of the game through competition. If you need any help booking on or have any questions, then please reply to this email and I’ll be in touch.
Happy tennising!
John Cavill
Director of Tennis
Do you want your child to be brave, be able to face challenges and become more equipped for the big world they are growing up in? Let them compete!
Competition is a very natural thing, and we all compete in many ways every day…even against ourselves. Competition plays a crucial role in children's development for many reasons so you can use tennis competition to help them become better.
Not only does tennis competition provide many physical benefits, but it also helps them emotionally. Participating in tennis can boost a child's self-esteem and confidence. It teaches them how to handle both success and failure, fostering resilience and the ability to cope with setbacks. Obviously, there are many factors that could knock this confidence, so it is important to find the right level at the right time…please read on for opportunities at the end of this email!
Tennis competitions also provide a platform for children to interact with their peers, learn to work as part of a team in doubles, communicate effectively, and develop friendships. These interactions help children build essential social skills and learn the importance of cooperation and collaboration. Tennis competitions also require that children to follow rules and adhere to schedules. These activities instil a sense of discipline and responsibility, which are valuable life skills.
When developing players, I believe there is no difference between the competition and practice. For me they are all part of the same thing as we set goals, whether it's improving a skill, winning a match, or simply participating. Working towards these goals teaches them the importance of persistence, effort, and commitment.
Great champions are not produced over night. When presented with the opportunity to compete, children can take on leadership roles and understand the dynamics of team roles. Even in a singles match, you must be the leader of yourself. Learning to lead and support others in doubles or team events is a significant aspect of personal development.
There have been many matches where someone is losing badly and next thing they have fought back. Through competition you can develop cognitive skills that improve concentration, problem-solving abilities, and strategic thinking. The mental challenges involved in planning plays, understanding rules, and adapting to different scenarios can massively enhance cognitive development.
Team Stony Tennis believe that competition is at the heart of developing great characters, which is why we are huge advocates of getting children involved at all ages and levels. There are several opportunities for your child to get involved soon, so I would encourage you to enter these events which are ran by us at the club and we will manage the levels and the players in a positive environment.
We have the Team Stony Challenger starting on Sunday 2nd June for the 8&U and 12&U age groups. On Sunday 9th June we have the 9&U and 14&U age groups and finally on Sunday 16th June we have the 10&U and 16&U events. These are fun team-based competitions for all abilities, and I am sure you’ll love the format. Please click here for more information and to enter.
For everyone in the 10&U to 18&U age groups, we have our Junior Club Championships running on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd June. There is a choice of singles, doubles or both and it will be a festival of tennis for everyone at the club. For more information and to book, please click here.
I hope to see as many people as possible entering the events and experiencing the real benefits of the game through competition. If you need any help booking on or have any questions, then please reply to this email and I’ll be in touch.
Happy tennising!
John Cavill
Director of Tennis
RSS Feed
