Tennis Club de Bias Reports Strong Season Growth with New Court on Horizon
The Tennis Club de Bias held its annual general assembly on November 4, reviewing a season marked by athletic success and announcing plans for a third court, ladepeche.fr reported.
Club Celebrates Volunteer Recognition and Season Highlights
The assembly began with a moment of deep appreciation, as co-president Alexandra Cote addressed the club’s members and partners, including the municipality, municipal staff, and the departmental tennis committee. Her speech took an emotional turn as she thanked the club’s volunteers, whose dedication to the association throughout the year moved her to tears, a powerful testament to their essential role in the club’s success.
Following the emotional tribute, Cote outlined the club’s sporting achievements for the past year. The season was highlighted by a championship title in the 15-16 age group. The club’s activities were not limited to competition, with numerous social events strengthening the community, including the traditional Epiphany cake gathering, a Spanish-themed dinner, and an internal tournament.
The club also extended its gratitude to the Tennis Club of Sainte-Livrade-sur-Lot and its local municipality. When adverse weather conditions made the courts at Bias unusable, the neighboring club provided access to its gymnasium and certain courts, ensuring members could continue to train and play.
Third Court Project Promises to Boost Membership and Capacity
Mayor Xavier Llopis announced the upcoming construction of a third tennis court in Bias. This highly anticipated investment is expected to help the club retain its current members and attract new ones. Previously, some players have been forced to join neighboring clubs due to a lack of equipment.
The club’s membership currently stands at 83, an increase of eight from the previous year. This growth comes despite a decrease in the number of young players. The 35 junior members continue to benefit from the coaching of Noah Paradelle, a trainer at the structure. The club’s treasurer, Stéphanie, confirmed that the organization’s financial health remains strong.
Pickleball Success Adds to Club’s Diversified Achievements
To conclude the review of the season’s sporting highlights, co-president Teddy Jobit celebrated the club’s performance in pickleball.
Assembly Concludes with Community Spirit
The general assembly concluded with the traditional convivial apéritif, an event that encapsulated the club’s warm, familial atmosphere. The gathering concluded the annual meeting of the Tennis Club de Bias.
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