This fall tennis is taking over Alberta with National Bank Challenger events happening in both Edmonton and Calgary. Audiences will see tennis pros like Victoria Mboko and Liam Draxl (Edmonton), and Vasek Pospisil, Gabriel Dialo and Alexis Galarneau (Calgary). Don’t miss your chance to take in the action! Learn more and get tickets today. EDMONTON NATIONAL BANK CHALLENGER | OCT 12-NOV 5 CALGARY NATIONAL BANK CHALLENGER | NOV 5-12 Alberta’s National Bank Challenger events are among several tournaments in the Challenger circuit sponsored by National Bank in Canada. Aiming to support the developm ..read more

Russ Sluchinski is the recipient of a 2022 Tennis Canada Distinguished Service Award.  Functioning as the Tennis Manager for the Saville Community Sports Centre, Russ has spearheaded the continued growth and success of the University of Alberta’s tennis program, the creation of Saville’s junior development and adult programming in addition to successfully creating a welcoming and inclusive environment which has continually served the tennis community with distinction.  Tennis Alberta is proud to be celebrate such a deserving partner. Congratulations, Russ!  Photo | yegtennischan ..read more

The 2024 Indoor Fischer Juniors Nationals are scheduled for the following dates:  U12 Fischer Nationals: March 23-29, (Calgary, Alberta) U14 Fischer Nationals: April 1-7, (Vancouver, British Columbia) U16 Fischer Nationals: March 22-29, (Montreal, Quebec) U18 Fischer Nationals: March 30-April 6, (Toronto, Ontario) Tennis Alberta will be selecting athletes for Junior Nationals based on the rankings updated on March 12, 2024. Tennis Alberta will be notifying athletes shortly there after. As outlined in the Junior Competitive Structure, Tennis Alberta will select eight (8) spots (four (4 ..read more

Edmonton is celebrating the opening of the Saville Tennis Centre, which includes six new year-round tennis courts. The courts, covered with an air-supported dome for winter, offer 1.54 million Edmontonians 595 additional court hours per week – a much-needed addition to the court availability in Edmonton. “Russ Sluchinski and the team at the Saville Tennis Centre, with the support of Tennis Canada and Rogers, have built a best-in-class facility that will benefit every level of player – recreational, adult,  junior, varsity –  in addition to being a facility that can host and attract p ..read more

Tennis Alberta is notifying members of a change to the Policy Manual approved by the board of directors. The following section under Section 6: Member Not In Good Standing has been amended as follows:  SCOPE OF POLICY The following breaches listed below would immediately identify the plaintiff as a member whom is not in good standing with the Alberta Tennis Association and will be sanctioned indefinitely from being a member of Tennis Alberta, including competing in Tennis Alberta and Tennis Canada team programs, sanctioned events, tournaments, camps, clinics in addition to being ..read more

Alberta juniors traveled to Ontario and Quebec to play against the best junior tennis athletes from coast to coast at the 2023 Outdoor Fischer Junior National Championships. Tennis Alberta congratulates all athletes who participated for representing the province well. U18 Doubles Wins Alberta U18 athletes dominated in doubles. First seed Adam FaragCao, with partner Stephane Kamendje (QC), took the U18 Boys Doubles title. Gianna Oboniye, with partner Raphaelle Leroux (QC), won Girls U18 doubles. Oboniye and Leroux have massed a collection of wins playing together on the ITF junior circuit. &nbs ..read more

Players and Player Parties are encouraged to review the following changes made to Tournament Entry for the 2023-24 Indoor Season. ENTRY DEADLINE: The entry deadline for all tournaments is 12 NOON the FRIDAY PRIOR to the event.  DRAWS & SCHEDULES: Tournament draws are completed MONDAY prior to the event. Tournament schedules are released circa TUESDAY evening.  The updated Tournament Guidelines outlines what players can expect leading up to, during and after the tournament.  New to entering tournaments? Here is a quick how-to for first time players: Go to tennisalberta.com ..read more

Tennis Alberta is pleased to welcome KJ Read as Manager of Tournaments and Competitive Structure, effective September 1, 2023. In this role, KJ will oversee Tennis Alberta’s Junior Competitive Structure, and organize and support member clubs hosting all Tennis Alberta Sanctioned events.   In addition to this role, KJ will continue as an Officiating Representative in Alberta, acting as an officiating resource and liaison between the Tennis Canada Officiating Department, Tennis Alberta, and officials working in Alberta. Members can direct questions regarding the competitive ..read more

Register today to play in a Community Red Ball Tennis Tournament. These tournaments are for junior athletes currently playing red ball tennis new to playing tournaments. Questions, please contact Sandra Cordoba at community@aforza.ca or by phone at 403-835-5583. Registration Fee: $30/tournament *Prizes for every child COMMUNITY RED BALL TENNIS TOURNAMENTS Date Time Gym Located at: School Address Link Saturday, September 23rd 10 AM – 12 PM Cedarbrae School 10631 Oakfield Dr SW, Calgary, AB T2W 2T3 Click here Saturday, October 14th 10 AM – 12 PM Bishop Carroll High School 4624 Richard Rd ..read more

The first version of the 2023-24 Alberta Indoor Sanctioned Tournament Schedule is now available. This schedule includes Adult, U9/U10 Circuit, and Junior National Pathway, Provincial Pathway, and Club Pathway tournaments. A new feature on this year’s calendar is the addition of a column highlighting Tennis Alberta programs and major events. Further updates to the 2023-24 Alberta Indoor Sanctioned Tournament Schedule will be sent by email and posted on tennisalberta.com.  Tournament registration opens approximately one month prior to the tournament. Players can register ..read more