The 2023 Federation of Irish Sport Volunteers in Sport Awards was celebrated on Thursday 29th February 2024 with an in-person awards ceremony in the Crowne Plaza Hotel Blanchardstown in Dublin. The awards celebrate volunteering in sporting communities across Ireland and Tennis Ireland is delighted that Mary McMorrow of Manorhamilton Tennis Club received the award for Co….
Tennis Ireland, Badminton Ireland, Irish Squash and Table Tennis Ireland are delighted to announce our new Women in Sport Leadership Event. The event will take place at Carlow Lawn Tennis Club, Oak Park Road Carlow, R93 K402 on Saturday 27th April at 2.00pm – 6.00pm. This event is open to qualified, female Tennis, Badminton, Table Tennis…
Golf Canada Chief Sport Officer Kevin Blue will be leaving the organization as he has accepted the role of General Secretary and CEO of Canada Soccer. “We are extremely appreciative of what Kevin has achieved for Golf Canada in advancing the sport and our mission during his tenure as Chief Sport Officer and we wish…
Frances Tiafoe ended up in tennis by chance, and it’s a decision he doesn’t regret, but sometimes it’s really tough. Tiafoe didn’t grow up wanting to play tennis, but his father worked at a place where tennis was being played, so he picked it up quickly. It proved to be a wonderful decision because the…
Sports has always been a global attraction. The Olympics, summer, and winter have brought competitive joy to all corners of the world. Likewise, FIFA have taken the World Cup, their flagship competition, to many different countries in the past. Diversifying the host nation or nations is the way sports federations and organisational bodies spread interest…
Nick Kyrgios has shed light on the unique pre-match and post-match routines and practices that make tennis different from any other sport. Despite being out of action for over half a year since making a brief cameo at the Stuttgart Open in 2023, Kyrgios is no stranger to sharing close quarters with some of tennis’…
Novak Djokovic believes the old guard is “running out” and that Carlos Alcaraz has emerged as a worthy successor before their exhibition clash in Saudi Arabia. Djokovic has trumped so many records on the men’s tour that many now proclaim him the greatest tennis player in history. He matched the all-time Grand Slam record of…
Sports tourism has witnessed a significant surge in popularity, with enthusiasts seeking immersive experiences beyond traditional vacationing. Tennis tourism has become an enticing offering for tennis enthusiasts in this dynamic landscape – the perfect blend of sport and travel. This trend is particularly evident in destinations that boast world-class tennis facilities and provide a backdrop…
Simona Halep will put forward her defense to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in February 2024 following her four-year suspension from tennis. In September 2023, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) ruled that Halep would serve a four-year ban after she was found guilty of doping offenses. Recently, the Romanian player has appealed…
Tennis is a sport that is widely popular among kids. It’s a great way to get kids involved in physical activity, develop skills, and enjoy friendly competition. On a rectangular court, players use their speed, skill, and reflexes to hit the ball through the net and rack up points. Whether you’re a recreational or professional…
