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Last Chance to Register – Starter Tennis Tournament | 18th January

1/14/2026

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Hi Team Stony Tennis,

This is your last chance to register for our upcoming Starter Tennis Tournament, taking place on Sunday, 18th January at Team Stony Tennis.

If your child is new to competitive tennis or just starting their match-play journey this event is the perfect introduction. Our Starter Tournaments are designed to be fun, supportive, and confidence-building, helping young players learn how to compete in a relaxed and encouraging environment.

Tournament Details

Sunday, 18th January
• 9 & Under: 12:00 – 2:00pm
• 16 & Under: 2:00 – 4:00pm

Why Take Part?
  •  Ideal for players new to competition
  •  Builds confidence and match awareness
  •  Friendly, well-organized, and player-focused
  •  A great stepping stone into regular tournaments
Places are limited, and registrations are closing soon. We recommend booking now to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity for your child to experience their first taste of competitive tennis.

Register Here

We’d love to see your child on court, learning, competing, and enjoying the game in a positive and supportive setting.

Happy tennising!

John Cavill
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Director of Tennis
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Happy New Year - An Exciting Season Ahead at Team Stony Tennis

1/8/2026

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Happy New Year to everyone from Team Stony Tennis! ​
Hi Team Stony Tennis

Happy New Year to everyone from Team Stony Tennis.

We wish you and your family a year filled with health, happiness, and success. Thank you for being part of our amazing tennis community.

We look forward to sharing another fantastic year on and off the court.
As we step into the New Year, we’ve got an action-packed few months planned at Team Stony Tennis, and we’d love your child to be part of it. From tournaments and camps to fun social events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy—both on and off the court.


Starter Tennis Tournaments

The perfect introduction to competitive tennis—helping players gain match experience, build confidence, and have fun in a friendly environment.

Event Dates & Times:
  • Sunday, 18th Jan – 9&U (12–2pm) | 16&U (2–4pm)
  • Sunday, 8th Feb – 10&U (12–2pm) | 8&U (2–4pm)
  • Sunday, 1st Mar – 9&U (12–2pm) | 16&U (2–4pm)
  • Sunday, 22nd Mar – 10&U (12–2pm) | 8&U (2–4pm)

Register Here

Perfect for players taking their first steps into competitive match play. A great opportunity to gain experience, boost confidence, and have fun!


Parent & Child Tennis Tournament

A brilliant opportunity to team up, compete together, and create special memories on court.

Event Date: Saturday, 7th March, 2026
Who Can Join: All age groups and abilities welcome
Booking Deadline: Sunday, 1st March, 2026

 Register Now

Play, compete, and connect as a family in this unique parent & child doubles tournament. A relaxed and enjoyable way to share the tennis court together.


February Half Term Tennis Camps

Our popular holiday camps return with plenty of tennis, themed games, and exciting skill challenges.

Dates: 16th–20th February, 2026
Early Bird Discount: 20% OFF
Discount expires: 18th January, 2026

  • Full-week, full-day & half-day options available
  •  FREE T-shirt for all full-week registrations
 
Register Now

A high-energy half-term camp packed with tennis, games, and challenges. Learn, play, and have fun all week long.

Ice Hockey Night

Join us for a fun social night away from the courts—open to our whole tennis community!

Event Date: Saturday, 7th February, 2026
Booking Deadline: 16th January, 2026
Entry Fees: Adults £21.00 | Child £10.00

Venue: Planet Ice Milton Keynes

Register Now

An exciting off-court social event for the whole Team Stony family. Come along, cheer together, and enjoy a fantastic night of ice hockey.

Locations

Events will take place across various venues, including:
Stony Stratford Tennis Club
Ostlers Lane, Stony Stratford
Milton Keynes, MK11 1AR


Contact Us

Phone: +44 (0)1908 965078
Email: [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you, your child, and the whole family to our events this year. Here’s to a fantastic New Year full of tennis, teamwork, and fun!

I hope you can join me, the coaches and other players at these events.

Happy tennising!

John Cavill
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Director of Tennis
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MK Lightning Ice Hockey Night – Booking Closes 16th January

12/22/2025

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Hi Team Stony

We have our team ice hockey night at Planet Ice, Milton Keynes. We’d love for you and your family to join us for what promises to be a fun and action-packed evening together.

We’ll be heading there on Saturday, 7th February to watch MK Lightning take on the Sheffield Steeldogs — a great chance for our players and families to enjoy the buzz of live sport off the court.

Event Details: Venue: Planet Ice, Milton Keynes 1 S Row, Elder Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 1DL 
(Google Maps)

Arrival Time: 6:15pm

Cost: £21 per adult | £10 per child
(booking fee included)

Important Booking Information

  • Booking deadline: 16th January
  • Limited spaces: 20 children & 20 adults
  • Places will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Click here to book your place via Stripe
If you’d like to join us, please book early as this trip is always popular and spaces tend to fill quickly.
This email has been sent to all families registered in our system. If you’re not interested or have already booked, please feel free to ignore this message.

We hope to see many of you there for a great night of ice hockey action!

Happy tennising!

John Cavill
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Director of Tennis
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Thank You for Joining Our Junior Christmas Party!

12/12/2025

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Hi Team Stony Tennis

I just wanted to send a personal note to say thank you for joining our Junior Christmas Party. It was such a pleasure seeing over 25 young players come together and make the afternoon so special.

The kids brought so much joy and energy — from the tissue-roll mummy wrapping, to the spoon race, to the endless laughter over cookies and warm pizza. Moments like these are what make our community feel so close and full of spirit, and I truly appreciate you being a part of it.

Check out some fun moments of our event - Click to view

For those who couldn’t make it this year, we really missed you. You were in our thoughts, and we genuinely hope you’ll be able to join us next time — the celebration definitely isn’t the same without you. We’d love to see everyone together again next year.

As we head into the holidays, I want to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year. I hope the festive season brings you lots of happiness, good health, and a well-deserved break.

Thank you again for being part of our tennis family.

I’m already looking forward to seeing you all next year!

Happy tennising!

John Cavill
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Director of Tennis
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Starter Tennis Tournament 23rd Nov: Winners, Highlights, and New Dates Announced

11/28/2025

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Hi Team Stony Tennis,

I was thrilled to see such an excellent turnout at our Starter Tennis Tournament last weekend and what a brilliant day it was for everyone involved.

Our 8&U and 10&U events were full of enthusiasm, determination, and impressive tennis. 12 young players took to the courts, showcasing strong rallies, great teamwork, and a wonderful spirit of sportsmanship from start to finish. The round-robin format proved to be a great success, offering every participant plenty of match experience and the chance to apply what they’ve been learning in coaching sessions.

Congratulations to our winners:

 8&U Champions:
  • Racket Group – Winner: Matteo | Runner-up: Naomi
  • Ball Group – Winner: Neel | Runner-up: Ekveera
 10&U Champions:
  • Winner: Ethan | Runner-up: Sai
A huge well done to all of our players for making the event such an enjoyable and exciting occasion. The confidence, focus, and positive attitude shown throughout the day were fantastic to see.

I would also like to extend a big thank you to Coach Toby for running the events and the parents for your support on the day. Your encouragement makes a real difference!

Our new format of timed matches and the “score as many points as possible” approach received excellent feedback, helping players stay engaged, think tactically, and keep the rallies flowing. We will continue to build on this structure to provide fun competitions that support player development at every level.

Looking ahead, we have more exciting Starter Tennis Tournaments coming up, with dates now live on our website. We’ll also be introducing new challenges and match-play opportunities designed to help players grow in confidence, learn match etiquette, and put their training into practice in a friendly competitive setting.

Go ahead and book your slots here now - https://www.ssltc.co.uk/starter-tennis-tournament

We can’t wait to see you all back on court soon.

Happy tennising!

John Cavill
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Director of Tennis
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Team Stony Tennis Junior Presentation & Awards Night

11/25/2025

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Hi Team Stony Tennis,

For the first time since 2019 (pre-Covid), I had the pleasure of proudly welcoming players, parents, and supporters back to the Stony Stratford Tennis Club Annual Junior Presentation Evening, an event dedicated to celebrating the achievements, commitment, and development of the club’s junior players.

The evening highlighted a landmark year for the programme, with 2025 marking the highest number of junior players and competitive participants in the club’s history. From internal competitions to LTA events, young athletes demonstrated exceptional progress, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm.

I have been a part of the club since 2010 and Stony Stratford Tennis Club has never been stronger, with the programme continuing to grow in scale, quality, and community impact.

This year’s achievements included:
  • 9 LTA Grade 4 & 5 tournaments

  • The LTA Play Your Way to Wimbledon competition

  • 6 Team Challenger Events

  • 4 Starter Tennis Tournaments

  • Junior Club Championships

  • A regionally recognized LTA Grade 3 Easter Tournament, attracting an impressive 285 competitors

  • Thousands of children taking part in holiday camps, with the summer programme continuing to be a major highlight

  • A thriving outreach initiative, delivering tennis assemblies and taster sessions in local schools

I am passionate about tennis and the importance of life skills developed through this sport. This year I discussed the attribute of “Being Brave,” and encouraged the players to embrace challenges, manage their emotions, and develop resilience…skills that translate well beyond the court.

I am very grateful to the Stony Stratford Tennis Club Committee, the parents, and the entire coaching team, as without their support, none of this is possible.

The highlight of the evening was the awards ceremony, celebrating outstanding commitment, performance, and inspiration across age groups.

Award Winners:

4–6PM Event (8&U Section)
  • 8&U Player of the Year: Annia

6–8PM Event
  • 9&U Player of the Year: Anvith Lokesh

  • 10&U Player of the Year: Sofia Cancel

  • 12&U Player of the Year: Samika Shetty

  • 14&U Player of the Year: Ben Swallow

  • 16&U Player of the Year: Antonio Dadios

  • 18&U Player of the Year: Emily Marshall

Inspiration Awards:
  • Sofia Hanak

  • Hector Canovas

Player of the Year Cup (19th Annual Presentation):
  • Emily Marshall, recognised as one of the club’s most remarkable long-term success stories. As the current 18&U County Champion and an active British Tour competitor, Emily is set to pursue a U.S. college scholarship next year.
Looking ahead, Team Stony Tennis are excited to continue fostering community engagement through a variety of social events, including the upcoming Junior Christmas Party on 6th December, a junior ice hockey social in February, and a Parent & Child Tournament in March.

Volunteers and potential sponsors are warmly encouraged to get involved as the programme continues to expand.

I look forward to what the next year will bring and the amazing stories we will create!

Happy tennising!

John Cavill

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What a Fantastic Tournament! Join Us Next on 23rd November!

10/22/2025

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Hi Team Stony Tennis,

We had an incredible turnout for our Starter Tennis Tournament last weekend — and what a day it was.

Our 9&U and 16&U events were full of energy, sportsmanship, and great tennis from all the players. Over 30 young players took part, showing fantastic rallies, teamwork, and enthusiasm throughout the day. The round-robin format worked brilliantly, giving everyone plenty of matches and a great competitive experience.
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Congratulations to our winners:

🏆 9&U Champion: 
  • Group one - Winner- Matteo
    Runner up - Thomas
  • Group Two - Winner- Rory
    Runner up - Coby
 🏆 16&U Champion
  • Group 1 - Winner - Nnamdi
    Runner up - Arjun 
  • Group 2 - Winner - Mariella
    Runner Up - Maha
And a huge well done to all participants for making it such an exciting and enjoyable event!

The new format with timed matches and scoring as many points as possible worked really well and we’re back with more action! Our next Starter Tennis Tournament will be held on Sunday, 23rd November, featuring:

  •  8&U – 2:00 to 4:00pm INDOORS

  • 10&U – 12:00 to 2:00pm
Stony Stratford Tennis Club, Ostlers Lane, Milton Keynes, MK11 1AR

Entry Fee: £10 per player each event

👉 Book your slot now: www.sslttc.co.uk/starter-tennis-tournament.html

Don’t miss this great opportunity for your young player to compete, learn, and have fun!

Happy Tennising!

John Cavill
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What a moment to remember at Bucks Indoor Centre

10/22/2025

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Our 8&U Team smashed it at Bucks Indoor Centre, taking home the 1st place. A massive congratulations to  Annia, Mia, Matteo and Eli, they have made us all proud.

Every game they played, they showcased their passion and real team spirit. Watching them on court giving their all, was truly inspiring. They dreamed big, trained hard and conveyed what it exactly means to be part of Team Stony Tennis.

This is just getting started, Keep shining, keep training.

Happy Tennising
- John Cavill
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Join Our Starter Tennis Tournament – Sunday, 19th October!

10/13/2025

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Hi Team Stony Tennis,

We’re excited to announce our upcoming Starter Tennis Tournament — the perfect opportunity for young players to play, compete, and have fun on court! 

Date: Sunday, 19th October

Location: Stony Stratford Tennis Club, Ostlers Lane, Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes, MK11 1AR

Entry Fee: £10 per player

Age Groups & Timings:
  • 9 & Under – 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
  • 11–16 Years – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

This event is a fantastic way for players to gain match experience in a friendly and supportive environment. Whether it’s your first competition or you’re looking to sharpen your game, this tournament is all about enjoyment, learning, and building confidence.

Book your slot now

(Please note: spaces are limited and fill up quickly!)

For any queries, feel free to contact us at [email protected] or call 01908 965078.

We can’t wait to see you on court! 

Happy tennising!

John Cavill

Director of Tennis
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Congratulations to All Our Club Champs Participants & Winners!

9/11/2025

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Hi Team Stony Tennis,

What an incredible day we had on Sunday, 7th September, celebrating the 2025 SSLTC Club Championships Finals Day!

A huge congratulations to every single player who took part. Whether you lifted the trophy or not, your effort, sportsmanship, and love for tennis made the day so special. The atmosphere was full of great rallies, nail-biting tie-breaks, and plenty of smiles from players and supporters alike.

Here are our Club Champs Winners & Final Results:

  • 12&U Boys: Winner: Ishan R/Up: Anvith

  • 9&U: Winner: Noah R/Up. Rory

  • 16&U Girls: Winner: Katie R/Up: Isla (6-2, 6-3)

  • 12&U Doubles: Winner: Anvith & Siddanth R/Up: Samika & Prashawya (4-0, 4-0)

  • 14&U Boys: Winner: Srivats R/Up: Robin (6-4, 7-5)

  • 12&U Girls: Winner: Samika R/Up: Esme

  • 8&U: Winner: Noah R/Up: Annia (First to 10)

  • 10&U: Winner: Sofia R/Up: Anvith (4-1, 5-4)

A big round of applause to all the finalists for their fantastic matches and to everyone who came to cheer and support.

Events like these are what make our tennis community so special. We can’t wait to see even more players competing next year!

Thank you again for making this event such a success.

Happy Tennising!

Kind regards,
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John Cavill
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