Meet the Committee
Wigston Tennis Club is run entirely by a dedicated team of volunteers who work hard behind the scenes to keep the club running smoothly — from maintaining our courts to organising matches, events and social activities.
If you have any questions, ideas or need assistance, please feel free to reach out to the relevant committee member below.
Club Officers
Chairman – Michael Collins
The Chair leads the committee, ensuring the club’s direction aligns with our values and goals — fostering a friendly, inclusive and active tennis community.
Vice-Chairman - George Carter
George supports the Chair with the running of the club.
Treasurer – Dave Merriman - Responsible for managing club finances, ensuring Wigston Tennis Club continues to grow sustainably.
Club Secretary – James Gay
James oversees the day-to-day running of the club, including membership and general administration.
Welfare Officer - James Crosby
James ensures the club provides a safe and welcoming environment for everyone, particularly juniors and vulnerable adults.
Match Secretary - Ann Halford
Ann organises and schedules matches for both mens and ladies teams for the Summer and Winter schedules
Club Captain - Chris Newitt
Chris is Mens first team captain and helps other team captains with tennis and team related decisions.
Social Secretary - Stuart Townsend
Stuart helps organise and manage the club social calendar and with overall club maintenance matters
Social Media & Communications - Daren Kirkup
Daren looks after club Social channels, website and in-season match reporting.
Get Involved
We’re always looking for members who want to help shape the future of the club — whether through volunteering, joining the committee, or helping at events.
If you’re interested, get in touch with the club - info@wigstontennisclub.co.uk