Thrilling conclusion to NIC 2025 Yorkshire Visually Impaired Tennis League

After four inspiring stages across Hull, York, Leeds and Sheffield, the 2025 NIC Yorkshire Visually Impaired Tennis League came to a thrilling conclusion on Saturday 27th September.

Played at Sheffield, the season finale was tense, exciting, and full of surprises. South Yorkshire’s Ameen Memon and Fiona Hodgson were new winners in the B2+ category, while Sandra Thorpe and and Gav Griffiths – also from South Yorkshire – reclaimed the B1 crown. Meanwhile, Ed Hastings and Guy Keating from West Yokshire stepped up to the Open category and left with the winners medals. Read full report here>>>

Despite South Yorkshire’s impressive last day efforts, claiming 14 out of a possible 18 points, it’s North Yorkshire who become the first NIC Yorkshire Visually Impaired Tennis League champions for 2025. Ten players proudly represented the region throughout the season: Graham Robson, Robert Hanson, Tony Harrison, Bilaal Ali, Linsay Dutch, Rachel Abel, Jayanti Mistry, Ann Jenner, Paul Hotchkiss and Dave Green — each playing a vital role in securing the crown.

A huge shout out goes to our volunteers – from umpiring to ball collection, to stepping onto court to support matchplay, the league simply wouldn’t exist without the dedication of our volunteers. Your energy and commitment are the backbone of this competition. Thank you for making VI tennis in Yorkshire so inclusive, welcoming, and inspiring.