Hale LTC is managed by an elected voluntary committee . Their role is to support; not only the strategic direction of the club for its members but lead on  the  overall planning of tennis related activities. 

The committee work hard to enable the club to be a safe and enjoyable place for all levles of players., enabling sustainable and continuous growth of the club, with excellent facilities, a strong team/competitive  tennis programme and a  thriving junior section.

The Committee works with the LTA on compliance, safeguarding and best practice,  in all aspects of tennis club management.

Delivering supportive policies that are clear and effective and are benificial to all members.

Clubmark Accreditation

Hale LTC proudly gained Clubmark accreditation in May 2009 and has continued to be recognised as a LTA club of excellence.

This is a 'Mark of Excellence', earned by tennis clubs which, in the opinion of the LTA, demonstrate that they are well-managed and have a comprehensive tennis coaching and programme that works for all members.

Accredited tennis clubs must adopt best practice in all matters but particularly with regards to the safeguarding of adults and children and health and safety.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Giles Chesher - The President

Giles' main role is to be the clubs Ambassador and represent the members, chair the committee meetings and annual AGM.

He, along with the committee, will deliver the agreed strategic plans for growth and development of the club.

He will be the lead for liasion with members regarding any issues, along with the Head of Wellbeing and Safeguarding .

TBC-  Treasurer & Commercial/Financial Activities 

This role is parampount in  supporting the club in delivering the approved commercial strategy in relation to the clubs financial postion, present and future. Ensuring the  long term growth of the club will benefit all members..

Jane Cave - Hon. Club Secretary & LTA Liaison

Club Secretary role  is to ensure the committee conducts its business within the rules of the club constitution, which includes governance, organising and recording all committee meetings, the  AGM and advice when requierd on all aspects of supporting members.

Kevin Smith - Hon. Membership Secretary & Membership Notices (Passing Shots)

Kevin is responsible for managing the membership renewels and resolving any issues.

Pete Murray - Head of Men's Tennis

Pete joined the committee in Summer 2023, to support the development of mens team tennis, 6 teams  and strategy for future development.

Pete  manages external high level tennis tournaments. Premier, County and Tornaments.

Susan Brown - Head of Ladies Tennis & Marketing-Strategy Support

Susan has developed the ladies team tennis since 2021, two leagues with 6 teams in the Summer , manages the  6 Winter League Tennis Teams. 

Susan with the committee' involvement has developed the future strategy for ladies tennis at HLTC, 2023 - 2030.

Susan, supports the marketing activities for the club.

Mary Timothy -  Head of Welfare & Safeguarding: Housekeeping & Grounds

Mary is responsible for ensuring we have appropriate arrangements in place for the maintenance of the club and all tennis facilities, including the clubhouse, tennis courts and grounds.

Will  Lloyd - Head of General Communications, Web, & Digital  

Will joined the committee end of 2023. He will lead on consolidating communications internal and external and support on special marketing projects.