Rhys is a perfect role model and showcases what young people can achieve when they are empowered and given the right environment.

Rhys joined Bristol’s Cotham Park Tennis Club in 2019 as a participant in the ability tennis sessions that we helped set up.

But this was only the beginning of Rhys's tennis journey!

Supported by our team, Rhys completed his Level 1 tennis coaching qualification in 2019 and went on to work at Cotham Park Tennis Club where he helps coach a variety of sessions, including ability tennis and Lawn Tennis Association Youth Start courses. Rhys has shown fantastic ability as a tennis player and has even won two bronze medals at the Special Olympics.

And this year we celebrated Rhys as our Volunteer of the Year at our annual Stand for Inclusion dinner! Rhys is a perfect role model and showcases what young people can achieve when they are empowered and given the right environment.

Rhys said:

“I would say I love coaching because it means teaching kids mini tennis, matches, games and forehands rallies! So, that is so fun!”