Young women leaders in tennis celebrated

Earlier this month, 15 young women graduated from the Learn2Lead program at a special event at the Queensland Tennis Centre.


Wednesday 20 May 2026
Tennis Queensland
Qld Graduation of Learn2Lead in May 2026

The youth leadership program, for girls aged 14 to 18, builds confidence and practical skills through online sessions and in-person workshops.

Tennis Australia Women and Girls Lead (Queensland) Toni Cooke said the program aimed to help build the next generation of women leaders in tennis.

“Our participants learn both life and leadership skills and benefit from access to a community of like-minded young people,” she said.

“Adolescent girls are at risk of leaving our sport, so this program provides an avenue through which our youth can help encourage engagement within their own communities.”

At the graduation ceremony on 9 May, each participant delivered a short presentation highlighting the various initiatives they had led within their own communities to support the growth of tennis.

The latest cohort join a growing network of 36 Queensland graduates, contributing to the Women and Girls leadership pathway and future workforce.