8 May 2012 | Tennis Queensland

The State “Inter-Academy” Challenge bought together Queensland’s best 12/U academy athletes to compete against each other in a fun and competitive “team based” competition.

15 teams from across Queensland competed in the event, which took place from April 28-30 at the Queensland Tennis Centre- home of the Brisbane International.

All athletes played outstanding tennis and gained valuable match practice though the competition with overall placing as follows:

Winners: Pro-One Tennis Academy
Coach: Daryl Macklin
Players: Will Timoney, Max Stewart, Daniela Kovacevic, Olivia Gadecki,

Runners Up: TFP Academy
Coach: Clint Fyfe
Players: Dane Sweeny, Chris Lane, Kristina Lane, Darcy Gifford

Individual Prizes:
Ultimate Competitor: Uma Nayar (Queensland Tennis Centre)
Best Team Player (Male/Female): Tommy Hamilton (Tennis Blue) Danielle Morris (LifeTime Tennis)
Best Risk Taker (Male/Female): Oscar Woods (LifeTime Tennis), Daniella Kovacevic (Pro-One)
Best Sportsmanship: Angus Rafter (TFP Academy 2) Teah Argent (North/Far North Regional Team)

Aside from competitive team based competition, the State “Inter-Academy” Challenge also provided workshops for parents and coaches and featured the following guest speakers:

1.Jonah Oliver: Top Sport Psychologist at the National Academy Queensland who has worked with Queensland Roar and Essendon Football Club
2.Stephan Widmer: Head Swim Coach at the Queensland Academy of Sport
3.Rob Barty: Father of junior tennis prodigy Ashleigh Barty( Girls 2011 Wimbledon Champion) This initiative is part of the Tennis Australia Talent Development Camp series which take place 6 times during the year in Brisbane and regional areas.

Well done to all Gold Coast players! You have made us VERY proud!!!!