Tasmania will be holding its first GLTA-sanctioned tennis doubles tournament in Hobart at the Domain Tennis Centre on Friday 27th January 2017evening and full day Saturday 28th January 2017. GLTA (Gay and Lesbian Tennis Alliance) is a worldwide organisation that co-ordinates a series of worldwide tennis events for the LGBT community although anyone can play, regardless of skill level, sexuality, age and race. You can find more info on http://hobartouttennis.weebly.com/ and http://glta.net/
There will also be a player party on Saturday after the tournament at Hotel SOHO from 7 p.m. Saturday 28th January 2017 , where you can watch the Australian Open Women’s Final night with fellow players all whilst getting a free glass of champagne and food! Entry to party for players is included in the tournament fee and additional tickets for non-players can be purchased.
For locals, I not only encourage you to come out to play and support this event, but also to invite your interstate/international friends to come and play and enjoy the state at the same time. If you have space in your house during those time and would like to help to host interstate/international players, please contact us.
Registration for the tournament is $50 per player and there are 5 divisions to cater for all levels of play. You can register as well as find the rules and regulations on the GLTA link below:
http://glta.tournamentsoftware.com/sport/tournament.aspx?id=2290526A-76FD-45F7-B6CC-DC14D23052C0
Don’t worry if you do not have a doubles partner yet. You can still register now and we will pair you together once you find a partner.
You can also like our Facebook page to get updates!
https://www.facebook.com/HobartOutTennis
Robert Thompson
