The walking tennis group from Cheddar Tennis Club held their inaugural intra club tournament last week. 

The event, postponed from the summer, was held on a cold misty morning but not deterred by the weather the players entered into the spirit of the competition and much laughter and banter was heard drifting across the courts. 

The winning pair Penny Edmonds and Peter Johnston were presented with a brand-new trophy and the players then enjoyed light refreshments rounding off an enjoyable morning.

Walking tennis is an adaptive game enabling players to use their racquet skills but with rules which prohibit running and allow two bounces of a slower ball making it easier for rallies to take place. It is ideally suited for players coming back from injury and for those with reduced mobility.

The game offers a great opportunity to develop tennis skills, build physical fitness and meet new people and new participants are welcome to join in the bi-weekly sessions run by club coach Stephen Pearce. 

For more information contact Pearce on 07904061301 or email stephenfpearce@gmail.com.