Tennis
About the Program
The Targeted Tennis Program is designed to provide elite tennis players with the opportunity to combine academic studies with professional training within the school environment.
To be eligible for the Targeted Sports Program (Tennis) students must:
- Demonstrate ability and interest in tennis
- Possess a strong commitment and positive attitude to academic studies
- Have a good record of school conduct
Coaching Staff
Shaun Hibbert – Head Coach / Mentor
Bachelor of Education (PDHPE)
Diploma Sport and Recreation
Club Professional Level Coach
Tennis Coaches NSW Lecturer and Examiner
Greg Westwood – Coach / Mentor
Bachelor of Education (PDHPE)
Club Professional Level Coach
Australian Representative 2001, 2004, 2005, 2009, 2012, 2013
Sydney East Boys Convenor
World Masters Gold Medallion 2008
Training
Students train Tuesday and Thursday afternoon (during school hours) plus one morning session before school. During training sessions students will be exposed to the following
- technical play
- tactical match play
- mental toughness
- footwork / fitness
- video analysis
Fees
Annual fee of $850. This covers all coaching and on court costs for all training sessions. Competition and training uniforms are included in the annual fee.
Recent Highlights
- Boys Sydney East Champions for the past 4 consecutive years
- 3 rd place NSW State Team finals 2009
- Boys NSW All Schools Champions 2013
- Scott Hayman, Aitor Lasa NSW All Schools Representative and Champions
- 6 members of the winning Sydney East team at the NSW CHS carnival 2012
- 6 out of the 8 semi finalists (Open & Juniors) at Sydney East Championships 2014
- Sports High School Tennis Champions (current)