7 February 2022 | Tennis Victoria

Tennis Victoria Country Week is set to begin next Monday (14 – 18 February) at the Swan Hill Lawn Tennis Club.

Over 1000 players will call Swan Hill home for the week and play off for the chance to lift a trophy in one of the 23 grades on offer.

Country Week has a long and proud history. Many participants of the event have been involved for 10, 20 and even 30 years, citing the friendly and welcoming environment from the people and the communities they visit.

Tennis Victoria Country Week in 2022 will see 194 teams compete across 92 courts. Participants will be travelling from across Victoria and Australia.

The event is held in alignment with COVIDSafe protocols from the Victorian Government.

Tennis Victoria’s CEO, Adam Crameri is thrilled to bring the excitement of Tennis Victoria’s Country Week to the Mallee Region.

“We are delighted that Swan Hill will host Tennis Victoria’s Country Week in 2022. This event is special to the Victorian Tennis community and provides a wonderful opportunity to support Regional Victoria and showcase our sport.”

“This event could not be possible without the support from the Swan Hill Rural City Council and the incredible team of volunteers from the Swan Hill Lawn Tennis Club.”

Swan Hill Lawn Tennis Club’s Country Week Convenor, John Brookshaw is also excited for what this event will bring to Swan Hill and how it unites the Club.

“This event gives us the opportunity to work together and showcase our club across Victoria and Australia. We are all working together to promote Tennis and that’s what Country Week is all about.”

In addition to the on court competition, there will be many activities off the court that players can immerse themselves in. The social calendar has a wide range of events for everyone and shines a spotlight on what the town has to offer.

The Sunday before the event, February 13, will also see six new Country Week Legends inducted. To be considered a Country Week Legend, the person must have participated in multiple Country Week events, epitomise what the event is all about and have contributed to the enjoyment of fellow players.

Tennis Victoria is pleased to welcome back the EJ Whitten Foundation and Beyond Blue as well as Friedreich Ataxia Research Association (FARA Australia) to Country Week to support our players and raise awareness for their causes. Sun Blessed Sunscreen and Tennis Lab will also be on site throughout the week.

 

2022 Tennis Victoria Country Week key dates and times:

Sunday 13 February

From 5:45pm – Official Welcome to Country, Dinner and Country Week Legends Presentation (Swan Hill Lawn Tennis Club)

Monday 14 February

9am – Play commences (Swan Hill Lawn Tennis Club)

Friday 18 February

9am – Finals play commences (Swan Hill Lawn Tennis Club) to be followed by Trophy Presentation to all 23 Grades and the awarding of the Pat Gilchrist and Carol Pearce Cup.

 

For more information on Tennis Victoria Country Week, click here.