About the Program
The Targeted Tennis Program is designed to provide elite tennis players with the opportunity to combine academic studies with professional training within the school environment.
To be eligible for the Targeted Sports Program (Tennis) students must:
- Demonstrate ability and interest in tennis
- Possess a strong commitment and positive attitude to academic studies
- Have a good record of school conduct
Coaching Staff Shaun Hibbert (Head Coach / Mentor)
- Bachelor of Education (PDHPE)
- Club Professional Level Coach
- Current coach of Top 10 juniors and ITF junior ranked athletes
Training
Students train Tuesday and Thursday afternoons (during school hours) plus one morning session before school. Strength and Conditioning sessions are programmed into the students timetable.
During training sessions students will be exposed to the following:
- Technical play
- Tactical match play
- Mental toughness
- Footwork / fitness
- Video analysis
- Strength & Conditioning
Tournaments
Students involved in the TSP Tennis program are provided with opportunities to compete at tournaments and training camps
- Sydney East championships – Individual and Team
- NSW CHS Tennis
- Pizzey Cup Trials
- Tennis Australia AMT and JT Tours
- Training camps
