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Delta staff hear of hard hitting plans
The limited performance over many years by British tennis players at the very highest level is being tackled by the sports governing body
through a long term review of what is taking place at the grassroots.
Following a visit from Roger Delta Tennis Centre in
Draper, the new and charismatic Westlea have taken heart
chief executive of the Lawn Tennis that their efforts to en-
Association in September, staff at courage youngsters to
take up the gamewill bear
fruit.
Mr Draper talked to
centre staff and parents
of young hopefuls about
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the LTA proposals. He
promised more funds for
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as a result of thinning out
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`PAN° PLUf" REGISTERED JI
the LTA management Roger Draper of the LTA with Delta manager Gail Light, right,
structure.
* Theory Test Tuition with Julie Jones, tennis manager of the Wiltshire LTA and Delta conch Neil Watts
Gail Light Delta man-
* Training Pack Available ager, said, "Roger had us all in- The Delta Centre receives a grant • Recently refurbished courts at St
spired. His plans are going to of £10,000 to support talented Mark's recreation ground in
* Block Booking Discounts
change the face of tennis in this youngsters, who each need 8 hours Ferndale mean more opportuni-
* Refresher Courses country. I asked him about small coaching a week. Gail was de- ties for youngsters to try the game.
indoor tennis initiatives like Delta lighted that more money would be The ten outdoor courts have multi-
Call Liz on 01793 486112 and as a result, LTA's consultant available to help cover these costs. coloured surfaces which are ap-
Phil Sandilands is coming to visit Drop in sessions run at Delta on pealing to children and help them
Ask crboia free lessons
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