JL's Tennis

17/06/2026

From juniors with big dreams to competing on the professional stage.

We've been coaching these boys since they were kids, watching them grow, work, sacrifice, and chase their goals every single day.

At the start of this journey, we set ourselves a challenge: Could we help them break into the ATP Top 600 through tournament play?

Month by month, their rankings have improved. The hard work is paying off, and we're getting closer to that goal.

This is more than just tennis. It's about commitment, belief, resilience, and the journey we've shared together for years.

Follow our journey as we continue pushing toward the ATP Top 600 and beyond. 🚀🎾

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17/06/2026

🏆 Well Done, Michelle! 🏆

Michelle decided that this weekend was the perfect time to add another trophy to her collection, claiming the Women's Singles title at the Gauteng East Tournament. 💪🎾

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to improving every day continue to pay off, and we couldn't be prouder of this achievement. Success like this is earned through countless hours on court, and it is fantastic to see those efforts being rewarded.

Congratulations on a great tournament and a well-deserved title. We know this is far from the end and we are excited to see what the future holds for you.

Keep believing, keep working, and keep chasing your goals. Bigger opportunities and even greater achievements lie ahead! 🚀

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17/06/2026

14/06/2026

🎾🏆 Well done, , on finishing the three-week ITF series in Pretoria with a bang!

Morgan's campaign started with a singles finalist finish and a doubles title in Week 1. In Week 2, she reached the singles semi-finals while once again lifting the doubles trophy alongside her partner. Week 3 delivered the moment she had been working towards for years as she captured her maiden ITF Junior singles title.

Throughout her junior career, Morgan has built an impressive record, collecting more than 20 ITF Junior doubles titles, numerous doubles finals, and many strong singles performances. Despite all those achievements, the ITF jnr singles title had remained just out of reach.

That changed this week.

After three outstanding weeks of competition, determination, and growth, Morgan finally broke through to claim her first ITF Junior singles crown — a milestone that reflects the hard work she has invested over many years.

We are incredibly proud of the player, competitor, and person she continues to become. This is a special achievement, but also just another step in what promises to be an exciting journey ahead.

Congratulations, Morgan! 🎉👏

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09/06/2026

🇿🇦 REUNITED. BACK TO WORK. 🎾

South African tennis stars Devin Badenhorst and Kholo Montsi are back with their old academy and ready for the next chapter. 💪

The mission? Climb the rankings and break into the ATP Top 600 over the next few months. 📈🔥

Follow their journey as they train, compete, travel, and chase their dreams on the professional tour.

Can they make it happen? 👀

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05/06/2026

🔥 KHOLO MONTSI INTO THE SEMI-FINALS! 🔥

One of our own, Kholo Montsi, is through to the Semi-Finals of the Centurion Rise Open ATP Challenger! 🇿🇦🎾

This is a fantastic opportunity for all JL's Tennis Academy players, parents, and tennis supporters to come out and watch high-level professional tennis right here at home. Learn from Kholo's work ethic, intensity, movement, and competitive spirit—see firsthand what it takes to compete at the highest level.

📍 Irene Country Club
🕚 11:00 AM

Let's fill the stands and show our support for Kholo! 👏🇿🇦

JL's Tennis Academy players, this is your classroom today. Come watch, learn, and be inspired. See why JL's Tennis Academy is the place to train and develop your game.

🎟 Tickets: https://qkt.io/ilKr4I

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03/06/2026

JL's Open Clay Court Tennis Tournament 2026

Join us for a fun and competitive weekend of tennis on the clay courts at JL's Racquet Sports @ Taroko City, Modderfontein.

📅 20–21 June 2026
👨 Men's & 👩 Women's Singles
🎾 Open to all levels
💰 FREE Entry

Whether you're a social player looking for match experience or a serious competitor wanting quality clay-court tennis, this event is for you.

Entries are done exclusively through the Playtomic App.

How to Enter:

Open Playtomic
Search for JL's Racquet Sports @ Taroko City
Navigate to Competitions
Select the JL's Open Clay Court Tournament
Enter your division and confirm your spot

⚠️ Entries close Friday, 17 June 2026 at 18:00.

Come enjoy great tennis, a fantastic atmosphere, and one of Gauteng's few clay-court venues.

01/06/2026

Well done

Finalist in singles and doubles winner...

On to the next one

Keep pushing!

28/05/2026

EXCLUSIVE TSA MEMBER OFFER!

The Rise Irene Open and Rise Centurion Open are bringing elite international tennis action to Irene Country Club in Pretoria - featuring top local talent, global competition and an electric match-day atmosphere.

If you’re a registered Tennis South Africa member, keep an eye on your email inbox for an exclusive discount code to unlock 10% OFF your tickets 👀

🎟 Book your tickets here: https://www.risetour.co.za/tickets




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