2011 ROSE CITY IRIS OPEN

August 17th - 21st

$2,100 in prize Money!

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The Welland Tennis Club has provided a unique opportunity for recreational and competitive tennis enthusiasts for over 70 years. The Club is located at 45 Hooker St. in the downtown core of the City of Welland. It is ideally situated overlooking the banks of the Welland Recreational Waterway. The facility is truly unique to the Region, as it has four red clay courts in addition to four hard courts that are used throughout the playing season from April to October.

The membership base of over three hundred is drawn from the City of Welland and several surrounding municipalities within the Niagara Region. The exceptional standard of leagues, tournaments and social events make it a truly enjoyable experience for all members.

The Welland Tennis Club was formed in 1913 by Doc Grassie, Percy Williams, Charlie Coulson and local businessmen on the site of the old brickyard, hence the red clay courts. The club was called the Welland Lawn Tennis Club or the City Bowling Green Tennis Court. It maintained that name from 1913 until 1985 when the name changed to the Welland Outdoor Tennis Club. Again in 1995, the name changed to the Welland Tennis Club. The club was cited throughout three decades starting in the 1940’s as the “house that Dutchy built” (Dutchy Doerr). The first Rose City Festival tournament was hosted in 1966. To the original clay courts, two hard courts were added 1972, the lighting system was installed in 1973 and a further two hard courts were completed in 1979.

The Club also is home to a vibrant Junior Program designed for all levels of players between 5-18 years of age. The program is aimed at developing sportsmanship, social skills, and teamwork fundamentals. Its success is undeniable, as the program continues to be the source of Provincial and National-level competitors.