SLTA opens renovated courts in boost for Sri Lankan tennis

The Sri Lanka Tennis Association (SLTA) celebrated a major development in tennis on October 22, as it inaugurated three newly renovated courts. These improvements were made possible through the support of the Sri Lanka Tennis Premier League (SLTPL), and mark the fulfillment of a long-desired goal: providing world-class facilities for the nation's budding tennis talent.

Although financial limitations had stalled the project for years, recent efforts led by the SLTPL managed to attract sponsors for the renovation program. The project’s management was overseen by Anupa Maththamagoda, Head of Tennis Development at the SLTA, who coordinated the six-court renovation initiative.

The newly renovated courts boast an Australian Open-standard playing surface along with modern lighting, providing enhanced conditions for both training and competitive play. This development should bolster the SLTA's mission in cultivating young talent, elevating playing standards, and enhancing Sri Lanka's ability to host international tennis events.

The opening ceremony was graced by esteemed guests including Senior Attorney-at-Law J. M. Wijebandara, Director General Legal of the Presidential Secretariat; Western Province Governor Hanif Yusoof, and other distinguished officials. Attending representatives of the SLTA General Secretary Pradeep Goonesekara and Vice President Rukmal Cooray, along with members from the SLTPL Steering Committee, project sponsors and team members, highlighted the collective support for this important milestone in Sri Lankan tennis.

Further progress was made with the second phase of the renovation project already underway - an additional three courts are scheduled to be officially opened soon, finalizing the six-court renovation endeavor and further reinforcing Sri Lanka's growing tennis infrastructure.