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Player of the Block February 2026!   8U- Hadley Hughes Hadley continues to develop all aspects of his game. His rallying skills are improving all the time and he is growing increasingly confident in his ability to play matches on a ‘Mini Red’ court. Well done Hadley, keep up the hard work! 9U – Asa Beetlestone Asa has worked really …

Big-hearted efforts from fellow members We are regularly reminded just how big-hearted our members are and this week we hear another wonderful story of going that extra mile for others. Fellow members Denise, Chris and Karen, keen crafters and members of the Holmfirth WI, have been busy thinking of ways to help raise funds to enable the purchase of a …

Christmas Players of the Block!   8U – Bobbie Byram Clifford Bobbie’s game development over the course of this block has been tremendous. He has become extremely reliable when holding rallies with other squad members and his ability to compete well in competitive situations has improved no end. It is therefore no surprise that this block has seen Bobbie achieve …

Game on! Pickleball: from 3-32!   Pickleball at Thongsbridge is thriving! What started with just three players back in February, has grown into a wonderful pickleball community of 32 members. Last week marked a milestone as all four courts were in action simultaneously for the very first time. We recently enjoyed our first inter-club match – a friendly against Barnsley. …

Keep moving this festive season   The run-up to Christmas can feel like an exhausting whirlwind with shopping lists, family plans, work deadlines, and social commitments all competing for time. It’s easy to let self-care slip to the bottom of the list. But here’s the thing: looking after yourself is the best gift you can give this season, and here …

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!   Last weekend saw the annual tradition that is our Christmas wreath making workshop take place, here at the club. Hosted by Leanne, this wonderfully festive day saw members creating the most stunning pieces to adorn doors across our Holme Valley! With Christmas tunes in the background, the tree up (and later …

Fun, skill…and competitive edge!   Ahead of an evening of awards and celebrations, last Saturday afternoon welcomed a whopping 56 players, comprising juniors, parents, friends and relatives who took to the courts to battle it out in our 2025 sponge ball tournament! The afternoon started with efficient court set up (thank you Seb, Fia, Guy, and Junior Committee) transforming our …

Junior Club Championships, 2025 As the annual Junior Club Championships got underway earlier this month, it became clear that we were in for a weekend packed with talent and great sportsmanship! These younger members did not disappoint; their on-court skills a demonstration of just how years of dedicated training and competing has resulted in the highest level of tennis. Some …

Player of the Block, September – October   Freddie Freddie has made great strides since the start of the block in September. His ability to maintain a rally have vastly improved and he has now set his sights on improving his play in a competitive environment.  With a few tournaments on the horizon we look forward to Freddie continuing to …

How studio classes support whole-body wellness Struggling to stay on (your fitness) track? Studio classes can be a game-changer. Group-based sessions offer so many benefits, from improved strength and better posture to feeling a sense of community, boosting mental wellbeing. Take five and have a little look at the pointers below – a number of these classes could fit into …