Amherst Lawn Tennis Club

Teams

At Amherst we welcome players of all ages and abilities to get involved in team tennis. Whether you’re an experienced league player or looking to play your first competitive match, there’s a place for everyone at the club.

Club Matches & Competitions

Amherst competes in a variety of local and county leagues throughout the year, including:

  • Mens Teams

  • Ladies Teams

  • Mixed Teams

  • Junior Teams

  • Singles national teams

Matches are played both home and away against clubs across Sussex and Kent, with a fantastic social and supportive atmosphere both on and off the court.

The Season

The main summer season runs from April through to September, with winter league matches also taking place throughout the colder months.

Fixtures, results and weekly schedules will be updated regularly on this page and across our social media channels.

Match Format

Most adult league matches are played in doubles format.

Typical match structure:

  • 4 players per team

  • 2 doubles pairs

  • Best of 3 sets or championship tiebreak format (depending on league rules)

Junior match formats vary depending on age group and competition.

How Do I Play for Amherst?

We’re always keen to welcome new players into our teams.

If you would like to represent Amherst:

  • Attend club sessions and team practice

  • Speak to one of the team captains

  • Let us know your playing experience and availability

  • Get involved in social and internal club tennis

Selection is based on ability, availability, commitment and creating balanced teams, but above all we want players who enjoy being part of the club and supporting each other.

If you’re unsure where you fit in, don’t worry, we’ll help guide you to the right standard and team.

Team Practice

Team practice sessions take place weekly on a Wednesday evening throughout the season and are a great way to:

  • Improve match play

  • Meet other players

  • Practice doubles tactics

  • Prepare for league matches

You can sign up to join one of these sessions via the coaching page, where you can also find descriptions of player standards for each team.

Team Captains

Our captains help organise fixtures, teams and communication throughout the season.

Men’s Teams

  • Men’s 1 – Dylan Preece

  • Men’s 2 – Jon Ellwood

  • Men’s 3 – Steve Boxwell

  • Men's 4 - Vince Vaughn

  • Men's national league - Josh Craig

Ladies’ Teams

  • Ladies 1 – Nikki Crowhurst

  • Ladies 2 – Nikki Crowhurst

  • Ladies 3 - Clare Hooton

  • Ladies 4 - Millie Mitchell-Pointer

  • Ladies national league - Millie Mitchell-Pointer

Mixed & Wealden Teams

  • Wealden 1 – Josh Craig

  • Wealden 2 – Steve Kirby

  • Mixed Team – Pat Holmes

Junior Teams

  • Please speak to coach Pete if you are interested in your child playing in the junior teams.

Fixtures, Schedules & Results

Weekly match schedules, team selections and results will be shared here throughout the season so members can keep up with all the Amherst action.

We love seeing members come down to support our teams, especially during busy home match weekends at the club!

🎾 Come and be part of it!