LTA Awards
The annual LTA Awards highlight the incredible achievements and contributions of people in tennis across Britain. Launched in 2015 with the help of former LTA president Cathie Sabin OBE, the awards celebrate the many thousands of inspirational individuals involved in tennis, dedicating their precious time and energy to the continual development and growth of the sport. The 2027 awards are now open for nominations through to end of November 2026.
There are 13 categories this year:
- Cathie Sabin Volunteer of the Year
- Club of the Year
- Coach of the Year
- Competition of the Year
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Official of the Year
- Park Venue of the Year
- Performance Coach of the Year
- Protect Where We Play Award
- School of the Year
- Tennis Opened Up Award
- University of the Year
- Young Person of the Year
All categories are judged first by Tennis Shropshire. The County Winners are put forward to the LTA Shortlisting Judging Panel, followed by the LTA National Judging Panel.
For all the details on the awards and to make your nomination follow this link:
2026 Shropshire Winners
- Club of the Year: Boughey Gardens Tennis Club - recognised for its inclusive ethos, community partnerships and thriving membership.
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Sue Hammonds - honoured for years of exceptional service at Town Walls Tennis Club.
- Cathie Sabin Volunteer of the Year: Graham Porter - celebrated for transforming Church Stretton Tennis Club's facilities and community reach.
- Young Person of the Year: Erin Oakley - recognised for her coaching journey, inclusive programmes and commitment to expanding tennis opportunities.
- Competition of the Year: Shropshire Walking Tennis League - a hugely successful 12-week countywide competition.
- Official of the Year: Amy Dannatt - praised for her outstanding leadership at the Shropshire County Championships.
- Coach of the Year: Tim Calver - awarded for his transformative coaching across multiple clubs and age groups.
- Performance Coach of the Year: Richard Tennant - recognised for developing a thriving performance pathway at Telford Tennis Centre.
- School of the Year: Church Stretton School - celebrated for embedding tennis into school life and inspiring students to join their local club.
- Tennis Opened Up Award: Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Age UK Walking Tennis - applauded for creating welcoming, life-enhancing walking tennis groups across the county.
(Winners pictured below)
Highly Commended:
- William Bonney - Coach of the Year (Boughey Gardens Tennis Club)
- Jan Deane - Cathie Sabin Volunteer of the Year (Walking Tennis)
- Millie Raybould - Young Person of the Year (Ludlow Castle Tennis Club)
- Lola Hardie - Young Person of the Year (Baschurch Tennis Club)
Commenting on the 2026 awards, Tennis Shropshire Trustee and Awards Lead, Sarah Downes said:
The 2026 Tennis Shropshire Awards once again highlight the incredible dedication, passion and community spirit that make our county so special. Every nominee and winner represents the very best of our sport, from volunteers who give countless hours, to coaches who inspire daily, to clubs and programmes that open their doors to everyone. These awards are a celebration of people who make tennis thrive across Shropshire, and we are immensely proud to recognise their achievements and the positive impact they have on players of all ages and abilities.