{"id":42593,"date":"2025-08-11T10:03:28","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T00:03:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/vic\/?p=42593"},"modified":"2025-08-11T10:21:10","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T00:21:10","slug":"road-to-pennant-finals-first-nations-round-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/vic\/news\/2025\/08\/11\/road-to-pennant-finals-first-nations-round-2025","title":{"rendered":"Road to Pennant Finals: First Nations Round 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

As we move closer to the finals of the 2025 Tennis Victoria Pennant season, it\u2019s not only the competition heating up. This past fortnight also marked an important milestone off the court, as Tennis Victoria proudly hosted its inaugural First Nations Round<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Held at Geelong Lawn Tennis Club<\/strong> and Beaumaris Lawn Tennis Club<\/strong>, the round was an opportunity to pay respect to and celebrate the cultures and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Victoria. Acknowledging the significance of the lands on which we play, the round included Welcome to Country<\/strong> and Smoking Ceremonies<\/strong>, which offered players and spectators a moment to reflect and connect.<\/p>\n

Tennis Victoria Inclusion Coordinator Kayla Ryan<\/strong> said the response was overwhelmingly positive. \u201cFirst Nations Rounds are aimed at celebrating culture and acknowledging First Nations people\u2019s contribution to tennis and community,\u201d she said. \u201cThey also provide a learning opportunity for players, staff and host clubs. In Geelong, the Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony were accompanied by a clear message of connection and supporting each other that was well received by the players. \u201cWe are very appreciative of the Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation<\/strong> and the Wathaurong Cultural Centre<\/strong> for working with us in this inaugural year. We look forward to growing First Nations Round in 2026 as we continue to work towards making tennis welcoming, safe and inclusive for all.\u201d<\/p>\n

2025 Pennant Season \u2013 Round 12 Recap<\/h3>\n

With just two rounds remaining in the regular season, the 2025 Tennis Victoria Pennant competition is delivering outstanding performances from clubs and players across the board.<\/p>\n

Spanning 14 weeks of competitive play across Melbourne and regional Victoria, Pennant offers players the opportunity to proudly represent their clubs and compete at a high level through winter,\u201d said Aleksander Ceran<\/strong>, Tennis Victoria Competitive Play Coordinator.<\/p>\n

Women\u2019s Competition \u2013 Top Performers<\/strong><\/h4>\n
    \n
  • Beaumaris (State Grade)<\/strong>
    \n142 points | Match Ratio: 11.83<\/p>\n
      \n
    • Ruby Ward: 10\u20131 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
    • Kooyong (Grade 1, Team 2)<\/strong>
      \n137 points | Match Ratio: 11.42<\/p>\n
        \n
      • Sienna Yokota-Ho: 5\u20130 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • Doveton (Grade 2)<\/strong>
        \n156 points | Match Ratio: 14.18<\/p>\n
          \n
        • Coco Philip: 10\u20130 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
        • Royal South Yarra (Grade 3, Section 1)<\/strong>
          \n142 points | Match Ratio: 11.83<\/p>\n
            \n
          • Steph Kortum: 6\u20131 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
          • Eaglemont (Grade 4, Section 2)<\/strong>
            \n134 points | Match Ratio: 11.17<\/p>\n
              \n
            • Celine Tan: 7\u20130 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
            • Buckley Park (Grade 5, Section 2)<\/strong>
              \n140 points | Match Ratio: 14.00<\/p>\n
                \n
              • Eva Lamaris: 7\u20130 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Men\u2019s Competition \u2013 Top Performers<\/strong><\/h4>\n
                  \n
                • North Ringwood (State Grade)<\/strong>
                  \n129 points | Match Ratio: 10.75<\/p>\n
                    \n
                  • Evan Vasiliadis: 8\u20130 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                  • Eildon Park (Grade 1)<\/strong>
                    \n157 points | Match Ratio: 13.08<\/p>\n
                      \n
                    • Sam Dinneen: 9\u20131 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                    • Grace Park Hawthorn (Grade 2)<\/strong>
                      \n136 points | Match Ratio: 11.33<\/p>\n
                        \n
                      • Louis Taylor: 8\u20131 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                      • Peninsula Fire (Grade 3)<\/strong>
                        \n150 points | Match Ratio: 12.50<\/p>\n
                          \n
                        • Evan Atkinson: 8\u20130 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                        • Vermont South (Grade 4)<\/strong>
                          \n170 points | Match Ratio: 14.17<\/p>\n
                            \n
                          • Sean Spralja: 10\u20131 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                          • Norris Bank (Grade 5)<\/strong>
                            \n125 points | Match Ratio: 10.42<\/p>\n
                              \n
                            • Oliver Baker: 9\u20131 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                            • Beaumaris (Grade 6, Section 4)<\/strong>
                              \n163 points | Match Ratio: 13.58<\/p>\n
                                \n
                              • Nicholas Adam Shaw: 9\u20130 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                              • Royal Park (Grade 7, Section 1)<\/strong>
                                \n152 points | Match Ratio: 12.67<\/p>\n
                                  \n
                                • Dipanshu Garg: 9\u20130 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                                • Gracedale Park (Grade 8, Section 2)<\/strong>
                                  \n141 points | Match Ratio: 11.75<\/p>\n
                                    \n
                                  • John Riggio: 5\u20130 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                                  • East Coburg (Grade 9, Section 2)<\/strong>
                                    \n150 points | Match Ratio: 12.50<\/p>\n
                                      \n
                                    • Jack Nancarrow: 9\u20130 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                                    • Box Hill (Grade 10, Section 3)<\/strong>
                                      \n137 points | Match Ratio: 11.42<\/p>\n
                                        \n
                                      • Kartik Jayaraman: 4\u20131 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                                      • Bulleen (Grade 11, Section 2)<\/strong>
                                        \n141 points | Match Ratio: 11.75<\/p>\n
                                          \n
                                        • Evan Cordell: 6\u20131 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                                        • Tennis World Albert Reserve (Grade 12, Section 2)<\/strong>
                                          \n157 points | Match Ratio: 13.08<\/p>\n
                                            \n
                                          • Benjamin Lambell: 7\u20131 singles record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                            Around the Grounds \u2013 Club\/Team Highlights<\/h3>\n
                                              \n
                                            • Women’s Beaumaris Lawn Tennis Club Grade 2- Section 3 team<\/li>\n
                                            • Melissa Fitzgerald has impressed with 4 wins this season<\/li>\n
                                            • Women’s Greythorn Park’s Tennis Club Grade 5 Section 1 team<\/li>\n
                                            • Trinity Rodrigues has impressed with 3 wins this season<\/li>\n
                                            • Men’s Berwick Tennis Club Grade 6 Section 4 team<\/li>\n
                                            • David NG has Impressed with 4 wins this season<\/li>\n
                                            • Women’s Drouin Tennis Club Grade 4- Section 3 (Sat PM)<\/li>\n
                                            • Kyra Manukau has impressed with 4 wins this season<\/li>\n
                                            • Men’s Dandenong South Tennis Club Grade 3- Section 4<\/li>\n
                                            • Niki Zandes has posted 2 wins from 5 matches this season<\/li>\n
                                            • Men’s Maccabi Tennis Club Grade 8- Section 3 (Blue)<\/li>\n
                                            • Luka Federman has impressed with an unbeaten 3 wins singles record<\/li>\n
                                            • Women’s Keon Park TC Grade 1<\/li>\n
                                            • Jocelyn Jia has stood solid with a 2 wins from 5 singles matches record<\/li>\n
                                            • Men’s Masters 35+ Hawthorn Tennis Club Grade 2<\/li>\n
                                            • Shaan Talk from Hawthorn’s Masters Grade 2 team has performed well by posting 2 victories from 6 matches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                              As finals approach, the 2025 Tennis Victoria Pennant season continues to deliver competitive excellence and memorable moments both on and off the court. From outstanding individual performances to powerful cultural celebrations, this year\u2019s season\u00a0is shaping up to be one of impact.<\/p>\n

                                              Stay tuned for more coverage as we head into the final rounds of the season and prepare to crown the 2025 Pennant champions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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