We are delighted that Bart Wisniewski, our club coach, has won the prestigious Oxfordshire LTA "Coach of the Year Award" for 2025

Since becoming Head Coach at our club two and a half years ago, Bart has transformed junior coaching. This autumn, a record 58 juniors enrolled in coaching sessions, with a waiting list from a membership of 290. His professional, inclusive, and innovative coaching style has revitalised our club for players of all ages and skill levels.

Bart's inclusive coaching philosophy promotes accessibility and warmth in tennis. Whether working with four-year-old beginners, competitive juniors, or adult players, he creates an environment where everyone feels appreciated and valued. He knows every player's name and promotes a strong feeling of community among parents and players alike. He recently championed some of his more senior juniors to join the adult teams, which is fantastic for the long-term growth of the club.

At Appleton, Bart introduced strength and conditioning programs, entered our first junior teams to compete in the Oxfordshire League, and ran the Prime Video Youth Girls course. He inspires players to push their limits and reach their full potential. 

Bart is deeply committed to his players' overall development. He works with players on their mental and technical game and coaches them with match preparation and goal setting, celebrating their successes and, crucially, reflecting on when things did not go as well as they wanted.