Real Tennis

Real Tennis is the original racquet sport from which many modern sports, such as Tennis, have their origins. However, the differences between Real Tennis and other sports are so stark that it is hard to describe with words. From the curved racquets to the hardened balls, surrounding walls, slanting penthouses, and side galleries, Real Tennis really is a sport like no other.

For many of the students that played Real Tennis this season, it was their first time doing so. As such, they embarked into the sport with no real transferable skills from previous sports. The goal of training was to first lay a solid foundation that could be built upon as the students gained further experience. The students gradually improved from week to week until they were ready to eventually practice match play and implement the skills and abilities that they had rigorously sharpened in previous weeks. The students undoubtedly showed immense improvement from start to finish, which was a testament to the commitment and determination that they demonstrated throughout the season. I would like to thank all the players, as well as Ms. Neville, for their hard work and dedication this season, and I look forward to next year, where the sport will surely thrive!

Mr Zac Davidson

Coach

‘From the curved racquets to the hardened balls, surrounding walls, slanting penthouses, and side galleries, Real Tennis really is a sport like no other.’