Tennis. It’s truly a sport for the ages — and for all ages. Regardless of skill level or lifestage, it is a sport that can be enjoyed by virtually anyone and everyone. Welcome to the Web site of the South Bend Community Tennis Association. We hope you find our site interesting and informative and, if you’re not already, will encourage to get into the game. See you on court.
Girls Tennis Team Beat Columbus North in the IHSAA State Finals to be Crowned State Champs. During the final weekend of play they beat Zionsville in the quarter finals 4-1 and then came back on Saturday to beat Center Grove 5-0 and Columbus North 5-0 in the finals.
Members of the team are Alaina Roberts, Jessica Rink, Darby Mountford, Elle Harding, Bridget Veldman, Abby Watkins, Kayle Sexton, and Michele Fredlake. The team was coached by Bill Mountford and Dan Rogers.
After rallying from the brink of elimination in her semifinal match against Macie Elliott of Evansville Memorial, Caroline Eberhart claimed the singles state title with a dominating 6-2, 6-0 win over Lebanon's Bethany Moore at the Five Seasons Sports Club in Indianapolis. Eberhart's title is the first state crown in girls tennis for a local athlete since Michelle Fredlake of St. Joseph's won the title in 1975, the first year for the individual tennis tournament for girls.
"I'm really not even sure what to say," Eberhart told the Tribune by phone. "I'm so excited and don't even have words right now."
Tennis at Notre DameWith over 1000 wins and two national championships, the tennis program at the University of Notre Dame is one of the most successful in the country.
Youth Development ProgramsFall sign ups are being taken for clinics, leagues and tennis academies at South Bend Racquet Club and Lakeland Tennis Academy. Click on facilities to find their web sites and schedules.
USTA Adult Leagues/Junior Team TennisWatch for new offerings in the South Bend Area for Combo Doubles, Seniors and Mixed. USTA Junior Team Tennis 18 & Under Divisions start beginning of March and play through May.© 2012 South Bend Community Tennis Association
