Hawthorn Tennis Club

Our “Play. Connect. Belong.” spotlight continues with Kelly Cooper, Hawthorn Tennis Club’s Head Coach.

Kelly has been a key part of the Hawthorn Tennis Club community, helping players of all ages and abilities develop their game, build confidence, and enjoy everything our club has to offer 🎾

👉 Swipe across to hear about Kelly’s journey from pro player to pro tennis coach, and learn more about a very familiar face to so many members around the club!

Fun fact: Kelly spent some time as a travelling coach with Ash Barty overseas as a junior player for Tennis Australia!

Exciting times ahead! 🎾🏆

Entries are now open for the 2026 HTC Club Championships, taking place across two weekends in September for juniors, graded players and open competitors.

Whether you’re aiming for a title, looking for some friendly competition, or keen to support fellow members, we’d love to see you involved!

✅ Singles, doubles and mixed doubles events available
✅ Junior and senior events
✅ Entries close 31 August

For full event details & entry information, visit our website or click the link in our bio!

Who says tennis players only compete on the court? 👀

Last Saturday’s Quiz Night was a huge success as we saw around 40 HTC members & friends put their knowledge to the test in a fun-filled evening hosted by our very own Ryan, Rich and Simo.

Congratulations to the winning team, David, Virginia, Patrick, Lita, and Maddy, who walked away with some serious bragging rights! 🏆👏

Looking for something different next Friday? 🌈🎾
Serving Pride is back, and it’s more than just tennis. It’s a chance to connect, unwind, and be part of a community that’s all about inclusivity and good vibes.
Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, you’re always welcome here.
📍 Hawthorn Tennis Club
🕡 6:30pm
📅 Friday 31July
✅ Social tennis
✅ Food & drinks
✅ Meet new people
Members play free
$10 for non-members
See you on court 💙

Next up in our “Play. Connect. Belong.” series 🌟
We're excited to spotlight Ully, a passionate Hawthorn Tennis Club member and one of the people helping to build the strong sense of community that makes our club so special 🎾
For Ully, Play. Connect. Belong. is all about creating a place where people can enjoy tennis, connect with others, and feel welcomed and supported both on and off the court 🙌
From competitive matches to lifelong friendships, Ully's story is a great reminder of what makes Hawthorn Tennis Club such a great place to be ❤️
Swipe to learn more about Ully and his connection to Hawthorn Tennis Club, and meet the people who help make our club what it is today 🎉

🎉 HTC Trivia Night - Get Ready! 🎉
Join us for a fun evening of trivia, laughs, and friendly competition at our Hawthorn Tennis Club Trivia Night!
📅 Saturday 25 July
🕡 6:30pm for a 7:00pm start
📍 HTC Clubhouse
🍽️ Food provided (BYO drinks)
Our quiz will be hosted by fellow member DJ Duckett, featuring a great mix of general knowledge, tennis-themed questions, and a few club-specific challenges to keep everyone on their toes 🎾🧠
This event is open to members and guests, with limited spots available. Be sure to RSVP early to secure your place and help us with catering.
👥 Teams - up to 8 - bring your own team or sign-up solo/with a few friends and we’ll place you into a team!
Whether you’re a trivia pro or just in it for a fun night at the club, we’d love to see you there.

Some wins mean a little more ❤️
Two Grand Final titles in one month 🏆🏆
A result of consistency, commitment, and showing up when it mattered most
👏 Congratulations to Matt Campen, our June Player of the Month
Proud moments, great tennis, and everything our club is about
📸 Photo: Matt after one of his most memorable wins… taking on (and beating) his Dad

Some evenings are more than just tennis… they’re about connection 🌈🎾

Serving Pride is your space to come as you are, meet new people, and be part of a welcoming community both on and off the court. Whether you’re picking up a racquet or just coming for the vibe, you belong here.

📍 Hawthorn Tennis Club
🕡 6:30pm
📅 Friday 26 June

✨ Social tennis
✨ Food and drinks
✨ Bring a friend or come solo

Members play free
$10 for non-members

Come along, have a hit, share a laugh, and be part of something special 💙

🏆 Section 9 Champions! 🏆

Congratulations to our Section 9 winners, who brought home the title last Thursday night!👏

Pictured left to right is Matt Campen, Leo Ng, and Emilio Rogliano who took to the court in the final and got the job done when it mattered most. 💪🎾

Shoutout to Yves Liu and Ryan Ashworth who also played a pivotal role throughout the season.

Congratulations to Ryan, our May Player of the Month! 👏

Ryan has played a pivotal role this season, captaining two night competition teams and incredibly, both finished as section winners! 🏆🏆

Team captains are vital to the success of our club, and Ryan’s leadership and commitment have made a real impact both on and off the court.

Well done Ryan!🎾