{"id":21585,"date":"2026-03-13T12:36:12","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T04:36:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/?p=21585"},"modified":"2026-03-13T12:37:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T04:37:12","slug":"2026-tennis-west-awards-night-presented-by-theme-group-announced","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/news\/2026\/03\/13\/2026-tennis-west-awards-night-presented-by-theme-group-announced","title":{"rendered":"2026 Tennis West Awards Night\u00a0Presented by Theme Group\u00a0Announced\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>The 2026\u00a0Tennis West Awards Night\u00a0presented by Theme Group\u00a0will take place on Friday, 29 May 2026 and will celebrate the outstanding achievements of our talented and dedicated tennis community.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Celebrating and acknowledging the achievements and performances of the West Australian tennis community across the 2025\/26 Season, the awards recognise the achievements of WA\u2019s leading players, coaches, clubs, volunteers, officials, and partner schools.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This year\u2019s event will return to the stunning Optus Stadium Riverview Room\u00a0with delicious food and\u00a0beverages in what promises to be a vibrant and memorable evening celebrating all things tennis.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Tennis West Awards Night\u00a0presented by Theme Group\u00a0will present awards in a range of categories, embracing\u00a0the diversity of our sport, from our talented pro players\u00a0representing\u00a0WA on the international circuit to dedicated schools providing students with their first tennis experiences.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>TICKETS\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tickets are now on sale\u00a0to the tennis community\u00a0through the button below and through\u00a0TryBooking.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tennis West Awards Night\u00a0Details:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Date: Friday May\u00a029, 2026<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Time: 6:00 pm until late<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Venue: Optus Stadium,\u00a0Riverview Room<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Guests will enjoy a specially curated three-course plated dinner complemented by premium beverages, all within a vibrant and sophisticated setting that promises a truly memorable celebration of tennis.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ticket prices will be $200\u00a0per ticket for\u00a0general\u00a0public and can be booked as singles or as a table of 10 for $1650.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trybooking.com\/events\/landing\/1549826\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/files\/2024\/03\/Purchase-Tickets-Button.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"445\" height=\"48\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>NOMINATIONS\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Nominations are now open. Click the link below to learn more about the Awards and\u00a0submit\u00a0your application.\u00a0Applicants can nominate themselves or nominate an individual they believe to be a worthy recipient.\u00a0Submissions will close on Friday, 21 March 2025.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Nominated Awards:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coaching Excellence \u2013 Development<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coaching Excellence \u2013 Performance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coaching Excellence \u2013 Club<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Volunteer Achievement Award<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Healthway\u00a0Most Outstanding Tennis\u00a0Large Club<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Healthway\u00a0Most Outstanding Tennis\u00a0Small Club<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Excellence in Officiating<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dawn Hay Medal \u2013 Officiating<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most Outstanding Competitive Play Event<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most Outstanding School<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most Outstanding Inclusion Initiative<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most Outstanding Senior (30+)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Service to Tennis Award<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Closed Awards\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Karen\u00a0Bucens\u00a0Award<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kent Yamazaki Award<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Junior Tennis Star- Male<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Junior Tennis Star \u2013 Female<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">State League MVP \u2013 Men\u2019s<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">State League MVP \u2013 Women\u2019s<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hall of Champions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tennis Seniors Hall of Fame<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pro Player of the Year<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.monday.com\/forms\/09882dd9e55ed8a83021577dcfbbc63e?r=use1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19403\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/files\/2024\/03\/Nominations-Form-button.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"444\" height=\"53\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information as well as the\u00a0selection\u00a0and eligibility criteria for each award can be found below in the Tennis West Awards Criteria.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/files\/2026\/03\/TWAN2026-Awards-Criteria-Final-1.pdf\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19404\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/files\/2024\/03\/Awards-Criteria-Button.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"453\" height=\"49\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Tennis West\u00a0sincerely acknowledges\u00a0and\u00a0thanks\u00a0our Presenting Partner, Theme Group, for their generous support of this year\u2019s Tennis West Awards Night. We also extend our appreciation to our valued partners Streamer, Front Row Screens, Perth Audio Visual, KC Australia, Maxiblock, Kinetic, Current Electrical, Midland Trophies, Dunlop, Wise Wines, CBH Group, Healthway, the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport,\u00a0Suss\u00a0X Sports, and Waterdrop for their ongoing support and partnership.\u00a0<\/em>\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-standard-landscape wp-image-21587\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/files\/2026\/03\/ING10382-700x450.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/files\/2026\/03\/ING10382-700x450.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/files\/2026\/03\/ING10382-360x230.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/files\/2026\/03\/ING10382-200x128.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 2026\u00a0Tennis West Awards Night\u00a0presented by Theme Group\u00a0will take place on Friday, 29 May 2026 and will celebrate the outstanding achievements of our talented and dedicated tennis community.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6359,"featured_media":21586,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":true,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-21585","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21585","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6359"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=21585"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21585\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/21586"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=21585"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=21585"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tennis.com.au\/wa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=21585"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}