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Celebrating Queensland's award winners
The Queensland Tennis Awards presented by Higgins are Tennis Queensland’s annual celebration of excellence across the sport. From elite athletes to grassroots volunteers, these awards honour the individuals and organisations who contribute to the growth, strength and spirit of tennis in our state.
Each year, the event brings the tennis community together for an evening of recognition, connection and celebration — showcasing the achievements of players, coaches, clubs, officials, schools and volunteers.
What the awards represent
Recognising the people behind the game
Behind every match are the people who make it happen. The Awards recognise not only champions on the court, but also the volunteers, officials, coaches and clubs who create opportunities for others to shine.
This annual celebration is more than an event — it’s a reflection of Queensland’s tennis legacy, inspiring future generations while honouring those who continue to shape the game.
Explore our Honour Roll for past winners.
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Honour Roll
Tennis is at the heart of Queensland’s proud sporting history.
The Honour Roll recognises the players, coaches, clubs, schools, officials and volunteers who have shaped our game and inspired generations across the state.
Each year, new names are added — from grassroots champions to elite athletes — reflecting the passion, pride and community spirit that make tennis thrive in Queensland.
Winners of Queensland categories can be recognised nationally at the Australian Tennis Awards and the prestigious Newcombe Medal, ensuring that local excellence is celebrated on a national stage.
Behind every match are the people who make it happen. The Honour Roll is our way of saying thank you to the finalists, volunteers and legends who continue to build Queensland’s tennis story.
Honourees by year
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Most Outstanding Club – Metro | Redland Bay Tennis Club |
| Most Outstanding Club – Regional/Rural | Cairns International Tennis Centre |
| Geoffrey E Griffith Volunteer Achievement Award | Gail Bates |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete of the Year | Kimberly Birrell |
| Anthony Richardson – Regional Female Junior Athlete of the Year | Vanessa Fitzgerald |
| Eddie Machin – Regional Male Junior Athlete of the Year | Ben Wenzel |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Female Junior Athlete of the Year | Emerson Jones |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Male Junior Athlete of the Year | Ben Wenzel |
| Coaching Excellence – Club | Tim Low |
| Coaching Excellence – Development | Nathan Eshmade |
| Coaching Excellence – Performance | Chris Mahony |
| Excellence in Officiating | Eric Pretty |
| Most Outstanding 30+ Tennis Master | Kerryn Cyprien |
| Most Outstanding School | Kelvin Grove State College |
| Most Outstanding Tournament | 2025 O8k J125 CBC Green Townsville Open Age – Western Suburbs (Northern Skies) |
| Most Outstanding Inclusion Initiative | TennisGear Shaw Park Tennis Centre |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Hunter Thompson |
| Regional Shield | Sunshine Coast Regional Assembly |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Most Outstanding Club Regional/Rural | Callide Valley Tennis Association Inc. |
| Most Outstanding Club – Metro | Mooloolaba Tennis Club Inc. |
| Coaching Excellence Club | Wayne Fielder |
| Coaching Excellence Performance | Chris Mahony |
| Coaching Excellence Development | Shayne Tabb |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Archie Graham & Oliver Fanshawe |
| Most Outstanding Inclusion Initiative Presented by Optus | Positive Energy Enabling Abilities |
| Excellence in Officiating | Vince Robertson |
| Most Outstanding School | Toowoomba Anglican School |
| Most Outstanding Event | 2024 Open 3K University of Queensland Open Championships |
| Eddie Machin Regional Male Junior Athlete of the Year | Rohan Hazratwala |
| Anthony Richardson Regional Female Junior Athlete of the Year | Juliet Santitto |
| Regional Shield | Sunshine Coast Regional Assembly |
| Most Outstanding 30+ Master | Kerryn Cyprien |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Male Junior Athlete of the Year | Hayden Jones |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Female Junior Athlete of the Year | Emerson Jones |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete of the Year | Adam Walton |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Lifetime Volunteer Achievement Award | Dianne White |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Most Outstanding Club Regional/Rural | Flinders Tennis Club |
| Most Outstanding Club Metro | Redland Bay Tennis Club |
| Coaching Excellence Club | Tim Low |
| Coaching Excellence Performance | Jarrad Bunt |
| Mark Draper Coaching Excellence Development | Clint Fyfe |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability Junior | Rhylee Jackson |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability Open | Archie Graham |
| Excellence in Officiating | Gary Bigg |
| Most Outstanding School Participation | St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Biloela |
| Most Outstanding School Excellence | Sunshine Coast Grammar School |
| Most Outstanding Teacher | Margaret Lyons |
| Most Outstanding Event | 2023 QLD Head State Age |
| Eddie Machin Junior Regional Male Athlete of the Year | Rohan Hazratwala |
| Anthony Richardson Junior Regional Female Athlete of the Year | Juliet Santitto |
| Regional Shield | Gold Coast Region |
| Most Outstanding 30+ Master | Ross Orford |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Male Junior Athlete of the Year | Hayden Jones |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Female Junior Athlete of the Year | Emerson Jones |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete of the Year | Jason Kubler |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Lifetime Volunteer Achievement Award | Tracey Horn |
| Category | Winners |
|---|---|
| Most Outstanding Club Regional | Beenleigh Tennis Centre |
| Most Outstanding Club Rural | Home Hill Tennis Association |
| Most Outstanding Club Metro | Redland Bay Tennis Club |
| Coaching Excellence Club | Helan Ambrey |
| Coaching Excellence Performance | Jesse Catterall |
| Coaching Excellence Development | Clint Fyfe |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability Junior | Ben Wenzel |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability Open | Archie Graham |
| Excellence in Officiating | Phil Waight |
| Most Outstanding School Participation | St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Biloela |
| Most Outstanding School Excellence | Sunshine Coast Grammar School |
| Most Outstanding Teacher | Margaret -Mary Opstelten |
| Most Outstanding Event | Head QLD State Age |
| Eddie Machin Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Rohan Hazratwala |
| Regional Shield | Sunshine Coast Region |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Male Junior Athlete of the Year | Hayden Jones |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Female Junior Athlete of the Year | Emerson Jones |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete of the Year | Ashleigh Barty |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Lifetime Volunteer Achievement Award | Kate Casswell |
| Category | Winners |
|---|---|
| Queensland Club of the Year | Redcliffe Tennis Association |
| Coaching Excellence Club | Tim Low |
| Coaching Excellence Performance | Ryan Kebblewhite |
| Coaching Excellence Talent Development | Shayne Tabb |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Timothy Gould |
| Most Outstanding 35+ Senior | Karryn Cyprien |
| Excellence in Officiating | Geoff Arnell |
| Most Outstanding School | Kelvin Grove State College |
| Most Outstanding Australian Ranking Tournament | Head State Age |
| Eddie Machin Male Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Alec Braund |
| Regional Shield | Gold Coast |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Male Junior Athlete of the Year | Philip Sekulic |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Female Junior Athlete of the Year | Lily Taylor |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete of the Year | Ashleigh Barty |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Lifetime Volunteer Achievement Award | Lionel Walsh |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Queensland Club of the Year | Redcliffe Tennis Association |
| Coaching Excellence Club | Tim Low |
| Coaching Excellence Performance | Brett Hunter |
| Coaching Excellence Talent Development | Jesse Catterall |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Mitchell James |
| Most Outstanding 35+ Senior | Mike Ford |
| Excellence in Officiating | Toni Griffin |
| Most Outstanding School | Kelvin Grove State College |
| Most Outstanding Australian Ranking Tournament | Mooloolaba Junior Tournament |
| Eddie Machin Male Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Alec Braund |
| Eddie Machin Female Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Ameliija Swaffer-Selff |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Male Junior Athlete of the Year | Chen Dong |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Female Junior Athlete of the Year | Olivia Gadecki |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete of the Year | Ashleigh Barty |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Lifetime Volunteer Achievement Award | Mandy Mutch |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Queensland Club of the Year | Mooloolaba Tennis Club |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete Of The Year | Ash Barty |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Junior Athlete of the Year | Chen Dong & Olivia Gadecki |
| Eddie Machin – Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Alec Braund |
| Most Outstanding Tournament | Cairns Internarional Pro Tour |
| Most Outstanding 35+ Senior | Peter Froelich |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Archie Graham |
| Coaching Excellence – Talent development | Jesse Catterall |
| Coaching Excellence – Club | Adon Kronk |
| Most Outstanding School | Sheldon College |
| Volunteer Achievement Award | Allen Smyth |
| Excellence in Officiating | Nick Marjason |
| Regional Shield | South Region |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Queensland Club of the Year | Redland Bay Tennis Club |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete Of The Year | Ash Barty |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Junior Athlete of the Year | Blake Ellis & Olivia Gadecki |
| Eddie Machin – Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Alec Braund |
| Most Outstanding Tournament | Hutchinson Builders Toowoomba International |
| Most Outstanding 35+ Senior | David Evans |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Archie Graham |
| Coaching Excellence – Talent development | Graeme Brimblecombe |
| Coaching Excellence – Club | Jesse Catterall |
| Most Outstanding School | Brisbane Boys’ College |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Volunteer Achievement Award | Alison Naumann Bradley McAllister Jason Christopher Margaret Tinney |
| Excellence in Officiating | Madeline Ilic |
| Regional Shield | Sunshine Coast Region |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Queensland Club of the Year | Tennis Townsville |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete Of The Year | Samantha Stosur |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Junior Athlete of the Year | Blake Ellis |
| Eddie Machin – Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Alec Braund |
| Most Outstanding Tournament | Hutchinson Builders Toowoomba International |
| Most Outstanding 35+ Senior | Mike Ford |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Mitchell James |
| Coaching Excellence – Talent development | Graeme Brimblecombe |
| Coaching Excellence – Club | Damian Waddell |
| Coaching Excellence – Tennis Hot Shots | Stephen Farrell |
| Most Outstanding School | Brookfield State School |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Volunteer Achievement Award | Vic Bayer Vicki Chatfield Kim Ross Greg & Rosemary Howland |
| Excellence in Officiating | Robert Leak |
| Regional Shield | Innisfail Tennis Club |
| Supporting Tennis – Local Government Recognition | Maranoa Regional Council |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Queensland Club of the Year | Redcliffe Tennis Association |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete Of The Year | Samantha Stosur |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Junior Athlete of the Year | Kimberly Birrell |
| Eddie Machin – Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Jayden Court & Megan Smith |
| Most Outstanding Tournament | Hutchinson Builders Toowoomba International |
| Most Outstanding 35+ Senior | Mike Ford |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Archie Graham |
| Coaching Excellence – Talent development | Gary Stickler |
| Coaching Excellence – Club | Ross Orford |
| Coaching Excellence – Tennis Hot Shots | Jamie Wareham |
| Most Outstanding School | Brisbane Boys’ College |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Volunteer of the Year | Nathan Costello |
| Excellence in Officiating | David Best |
| Regional Shield | Coolum Tennis Club & Barcaldine Lawn Tennis Association |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
Queensland Club of the Year
| Morningside Tennis Centre (Queensland Community Lawn Tennis Association) |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete Of The Year | Samantha Stosur |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Junior Athlete of the Year | Kimberly Birrell |
| Eddie Machin – Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Mikayla Zahirovic |
| Most Outstanding Tournament | Hutchinson Builders Toowoomba International |
| Most Outstanding 35+ Senior | Lee Taylor |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Archie Graham |
| Coaching Excellence – Talent development | Graeme Brimblecombe |
| Coaching Excellence – Club | Fred Lay |
| Coaching Excellence – Tennis Hot Shots | Dominic Andrew |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Volunteer of the Year | Kate Casswell |
| Excellence in Officiating | Les Killer |
| Regional Shield | Callide Valley Tennis Association |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Queensland Club of the Year | Shaw Park Tennis Club |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete Of The Year | Ashleigh Barty |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Junior Athlete of the Year | Priscilla Hon |
| Eddie Machin – Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Olivia Tjandramulia |
| Most Outstanding Tournament | Hutchinson Builders Toowoomba International |
| Most Outstanding 35+ Senior | Mike Ford |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Mitchell James |
| Coaching Excellence – Talent development | Clint Fyfe |
| Coaching Excellence – Club | Danial Stredder |
| Coaching Excellence – MLC Hot Shots | Wayne Fielder |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Volunteer of the Year | Col Ackland |
| Excellence in Officiating | Simon Cannavan |
| Most Outstanding Parents | John and Ros Birrell |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Queensland Club of the Year | Beenleigh Tennis |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete of the Year | Samantha Stosur |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Junior Athlete of the Year | Ashleigh Barty |
| Eddie Machin – Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Olivia Tjandramulia |
| Most Outstanding Tournament | Cairns International |
| Most Outstanding 35+ Senior | Max Bates |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Mitchell James |
| Coaching Excellence – Talent development | Clint Fyfe (TFP Academy) |
| Coaching Excellence – Club | Clint Fyfe (TFP Academy) |
| Coaching Excellence – MLC Hot Shots | Danial Stredder (The Gap) |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Volunteer of the Year | Col Ackland |
| Excellence in Officiating | Cheryl Jenkins |
| Most Outstanding Parents | Chris and Christine O’Mara |
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Queensland Club of the Year | The Gap |
| Ashley Cooper Medal – Athlete of the Year | Samantha Stosur |
| Wendy Turnbull Medal – Junior Athlete of the Year | Ashleigh Barty |
| Eddie Machin – Junior Regional Athlete of the Year | Lizette Cabrera and Olivia Tjandramulia |
| Most Outstanding Tournament | Head Queensland State Age |
| Most Outstanding 35+ Senior | Alan Hocking |
| Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability | Mitchell James |
| Coaching Excellence – Talent development | Matt Limpus |
| Coaching Excellence – Club | Clint Fyfe (TFP Academy) |
| Coaching Excellence – MLC Hot Shots | Danial Stredder (The Gap) |
| Geoffrey E Griffith – Volunteer of the Year | Margeret Daniels |
| Excellence in Officiating | James Tucker |
| Most Outstanding Parents | Ashley and Sherry Walton |
2020 - no awards held
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Help us recognise Queensland's next champions
The Queensland Tennis Awards are your chance to celebrate the players, coaches, clubs, schools, officials and volunteers who enable our sport to thrive.
Tennis Queensland’s nomination process ensures excellence in Queensland is recognised - both at state level and nationally. All state and territory award winners are automatically nominated for their equivalent national award, with selection panels choosing finalists for the prestigious Australian Tennis Awards and the Newcombe Medal.
By nominating, you help ensure Queensland’s champions are recognised both locally and across the Australian tennis community.
Award categories
- Athlete of the Year — recognising Queensland’s top tennis performers.
- Club of the Year — celebrating excellence in community engagement, player development, and inclusivity.
- Volunteer of the Year — honouring the dedication and passion of those who give their time to grow the sport.
- Coach of the Year — recognising outstanding contributions in player development and performance coaching.
- Official of the Year — celebrating excellence in officiating and commitment to fair play.
- School of the Year — highlighting innovation and engagement in tennis programs across Queensland schools.
- Tournament of the Year — recognising events that deliver exceptional experiences for players and spectators.
- Inclusion Award — celebrating programs and initiatives that champion diversity and accessibility in tennis.
- Junior Athlete of the Year — honouring emerging talent and achievements at the junior level.
- Senior Athlete of the Year — recognising excellence and achievement among senior players.
- Disability Athlete of the Year — celebrating athletes who inspire through their achievements in disability tennis.
- Community Excellence Award — honouring clubs, volunteers, or organisations making a significant impact locally.
Nominations
Timeline (2025 Awards)
- Nominations open: August 2025
- Nominations close: September 2025
- Finalists announced: 3 October 2025
- Winners celebrated: 8 November 2025 at W Brisbane
Stay tuned for details on the 2026 nomination process, which will be announced in mid 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Nominations are open to everyone in the Queensland tennis community — players, parents, coaches, clubs, schools and supporters. If you know someone who is making a difference, you can nominate them. Self nominations are also welcome if you or your club meet the criteria.
Learn more about the award categories.
For the 2025 Awards, nominations opened in August and closed in September. Finalists were announced on 3 October, and winners were celebrated at the Awards night on 8 November.
Learn more about the Queensland Tennis Awards timeline.
Nominations must highlight achievements within the award period (September–August). This ensures all nominees are judged fairly against the same timeframe.
Learn more about past winners and their achievements.
Once nominations close, Tennis Queensland panels review all entries. Finalists are announced publicly, and winners are celebrated at the Queensland Tennis Awards night.
Learn more about Queensland Tennis Awards highlights.
Yes. All Queensland winners are automatically nominated for their equivalent national award. From there, national selection panels choose finalists for the Australian Tennis Awards and the prestigious Newcombe Medal.
You can explore winners from 2025 and previous years in the Honour Roll. This section celebrates the legacy of Queensland tennis and demonstrates how local champions can go on to shine nationally.
Learn more about the Queensland Tennis Awards Honour Roll.
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Celebrate Queensland Tennis in style
The Queensland Tennis Awards are more than a ceremony — they’re a night of celebration, connection, and pride. Join players, coaches, clubs, schools, officials and volunteers from across the state for an unforgettable evening of recognition, entertainment and community spirit.
Ticket information
- Tickets for the 2026 Queensland Tennis Awards will open in September 2026, aligned with Tennis Queensland’s annual nomination cycle.
- All tickets will be available securely through TryBooking.
- General Admission: Pricing released at time of sale.
- Finalists: Invited to attend with ticket details provided directly by Tennis Queensland
- Dress Code: Cocktail or evening attire.
- Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible; dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, gluten free) can be accommodated when booking.
- Timing: Doors open at 6:30pm, ceremony begins at 7:00pm and concludes around 10:30pm.
- Transport & Parking: Venue is close to public transport; limited paid parking available nearby.
- Photography & Media: Professional photography will capture the evening, with highlights shared after the event.
- Partners: The Awards are proudly supported by Tennis Queensland partners, who help make the celebration possible.
Frequently asked questions
Your ticket gives you access to the full Awards night experience — the ceremony, a formal dinner, entertainment, and the chance to celebrate with the Queensland tennis community.
Tickets for the 2026 Awards will open in September 2026, once finalists are announced. Sales are limited, so booking early through TryBooking is recommended.
Yes — the Awards are a formal celebration. Cocktail or evening attire is recommended to match the occasion.
Finalists are invited to attend and receive ticket information directly from Tennis Queensland. This ensures they can celebrate their achievements with family, friends, and the wider tennis community.
Yes — the evening includes live entertainment and appearances from special guests, making it a true celebration of tennis in Queensland.
Yes — the venue is wheelchair accessible, and dietary requirements can be accommodated when booking. Tennis Queensland is committed to making the Awards welcoming for all guests.
The Awards venue is close to public transport, and limited paid parking is available nearby. Guests are encouraged to plan ahead for transport and arrival times.
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Awards night gallery
Relive the Queensland Tennis Awards through photos that capture the energy, pride and community spirit of the night.
Moments to remember
Browse the photo gallery for a look at the evening. From winners on stage to guests enjoying the celebration, the images capture the atmosphere and community spirit.
