Youth match play tennis week hits Sandpoint

SANDPOINT — Attention any and all youth looking to improve their tennis game: A youth match play tennis camp, open to any players between the ages of 8- to 12-years-old, will be held at Travers Park courts on June 22-26.

Beginners will play from 9:30-10:30 a.m., followed by the intermediate players from 10:30 a.m. to noon. There will be a tournament to wrap up the week on Friday, for all skill levels, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

This program provides an ideal opportunity for budding young tennis players to put their skills into match play and boost their enthusiasm for the game. This week long league will focus on match play and take players through the fundamentals of playing in match formats.

Skills taught will include the basics of scoring, singles, and doubles matches. Participants will be split by skill level and age and have four days of lessons with a Friday tournament to close the week. Lessons are not required, but recommended prior to participating in this program.

The class fee is $31 ($3 city discount). For more information or to pre-register, please contact Sandpoint Parks and Recreation at 263-3613, or visit 1123 Lake St.