article_snippet: the Lawn Tennis Association came up with the nation rough equivalent – the latest long term plan to revive the state of the game in Great Britain.
article_snippet: They all face a challenge from what Chief Michael Downey termed 'doorstep' sports, highly convenient and less technically demanding activities such as running, cycling, swimming and going to the gym, which can be done solo and whenever time permits.
article_snippet: Among the smorgasbord of measures to improve things, there will be a drive to increase participation in parks tennis. '
article_snippet: With tennis participation peaking in July, there will be a concerted effort to get people to start playing earlier in the year.
article_snippet: Clubs, volunteers and coaches will get more support (attempts at this are nothing new).
article_snippet: In junior tennis there will, wisely, be more emphasis on team events and there will be a much-needed concentration on creating a less pressured environment at junior tournaments.
article_snippet: The emphasis will be on creating inclusive fun and recreational competitions across the board.
article_snippet: If there is an embracing of the excellent Tennis For Free charity and Tennis For Free proven methods