Burnie TAS 7320, Australia, 23 September 2018 | Tennis Tasmania

The 2018 Tasmanian Tennis Awards celebrated an outstanding year of tennis in the state.

Former world No.3 doubles star Casey Dellacqua was the special guest for the annual awards presentation, which recognised outstanding performances, achievements and local contributions to the sport. Held at the Burnie Tennis Club, it formed part of a weekend-long celebration including club forums and social play opportunities.

Tennis Tasmania General Manager Darren Sturgess was impressed with the quality of nominees across the 10 award categories.

“With participation numbers rising across the state and an exciting summer approaching headlined by our three international events, it has been great to unite the Tasmanian tennis community to recognise and celebrate our highest achievers,” Sturgess said.

Tasmanian Tennis Award winners

Most Outstanding Tennis Club – Lindisfarne Memorial Tennis Club

Most Outstanding School – Devonport Primary School

Volunteer Achievement – Sharon Hibberd, Sorell Tennis Club

Coaching Excellence – Tony Blom, Ace Tennis Coaching

Excellence in Officiating – Marie Ward

Female Junior Athlete of the Year – Jessica Fowler, Lindisfarne Memorial Tennis Club

Male Junior Athlete of the Year – Ben Cawston, Domain Tennis Centre

Most Outstanding 35+ Senior – Stephen Dance, Domain Tennis Centre

Most Outstanding Australian Ranking Tournament – Telstra Business Centre Geilston Bay Open

Most Outstanding Professional Tournament – Caterpillar Burnie International