{"id":12323,"date":"2025-02-24T10:53:50","date_gmt":"2025-02-23T23:53:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/tas\/?p=12323"},"modified":"2025-02-24T10:53:50","modified_gmt":"2025-02-23T23:53:50","slug":"youngs-tennis-journey-leads-to-professional-debut-at-launceston-international","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/tas\/news\/2025\/02\/24\/youngs-tennis-journey-leads-to-professional-debut-at-launceston-international","title":{"rendered":"YOUNG’S Tennis journey leads to professional debut at LAUNCESTON INTERNATIONAL"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tasmanian tennis player Campbell Young<\/strong> marked a significant milestone in his career this weekend, making his professional tournament debut in the qualifying round of the 2025 Launceston International<\/strong><\/a>. Though falling 6-3, 6-3 in his opening match, Young’s journey to this point demonstrates the dedication required to pursue tennis at a professional level.<\/p>\n

From Local Courts to Professional Stage<\/h4>\n

Young’s tennis story began on the courts of his local club, where he first picked up a racquet at the age four or five while his mother played Wednesday pennant tennis.<\/p>\n

“All us kids would grab our racquets and have a bash on the bottom courts,” Young recalls. His early development was guided by Max Byrne<\/strong> at Riverside Tennis Club<\/strong>, followed by significant time practicing with his brother Fletcher.<\/p>\n

“For the past 7-8 years, Jason Fletcher<\/strong> has been my primary coach and a lot of people have chipped in along the way with having a hit and training.”<\/p>\n

Balancing Multi-Sport Development<\/h4>\n

While tennis has been his primary focus, Young’s sporting background includes playing soccer at a high level for Riverside Olympic Football Club. His experience as a centre back in soccer has unexpectedly contributed to his tennis development.<\/p>\n

“Because I played centre back in soccer and I’m the deepest man, I can see the play unfolding… I guess that’s helped me understand the cues of a tennis match as well and helped me to recognise when the opponent is going to come to the net or trying to run around a forehand.”<\/p>\n

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Overcoming Adversity<\/h4>\n

Eighteen months ago, Young faced a significant setback with an ACL injury.<\/p>\n

“It was really tough… I reckon I couldn’t do anything for 1-1.5 months,” he said.<\/p>\n

“It did seem like there was no light at the end of the tunnel at some points but eventually it got stronger, healed and I got back to it.”<\/p>\n

During his recovery, Young found support from fellow Tasmanian tennis player Alicia Dale<\/strong>, who had experienced the same injury.<\/p>\n

“As Alicia’s knee injury finished healing that’s when I was starting my healing journey… Crazy that we both did the exact same injury and helped each other out a lot through it.”<\/p>\n

Current Training Schedule<\/h4>\n

Young’s commitment to improvement sees him traveling extensively between Tasmania and Victoria.<\/p>\n

“I’m trying to get over to Melbourne as much as possible so I can train at Melbourne Park as my aunty lives over there… I get a lot more volume of play and experience over there,” he said.<\/p>\n

When in Tasmania, he focuses on serve technique and seeks hitting partners across the state, often driving to Hobart for practice sessions.<\/p>\n

Professional Tournament Debut<\/h4>\n

“I was very excited the night before my Launceston International match, so I didn’t get a lot of sleep… but I did do the same match day preparation as always – light hit in the morning, hit the gym and I just tried not to overthink it,” he said.<\/p>\n

“It meant a lot that everyone who’s been part of my journey came out and supported me. It was a really good energy and really nice to have them all there.”<\/p>\n

Looking Ahead<\/h4>\n

Young’s plans for the next 12-24 months involve balancing university studies with tennis development.<\/p>\n

“Hopefully for the next year or so I’ll be just trying to take my game as far as I can whilst studying and get some ITF – and hopefully some ATP – points on the board… I’ll keep travelling and doing my best and seeing where I can get to.”<\/p>\n

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