Masters Tennis

Masters Tennis at Peter Igo Park in Marshfield, MA. Friday mornings FREE clinics sponsored by the Marshfield Tennis Club.

The Marshfield Tennis Club introduced USTA Masters Tennis to our Seniors. Masters Tennis is played on a smaller 60-foot court with a slower ball and a lighter (or your regular) racquet. It’s the perfect format for beginners learning to play and for players with mobility challenges. 

It’s easy to learn, fun to play, social and keeps you active! 

If anyone is interested in learning more about Masters Tennis, please contact the Master Tennis Ambassador, Bud Duksta (bud@marshfieldtennis.com).

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Keith Hay.

Newport Hall of Fame Championship Tennis Tournament

MTC Members with Matt Olson, USTA New England Executive Director, at the 2016 Newport Hall of Fame Championship Tennis Tournament on USTA Member Appreciation Day on a beautiful July afternoon. 

Don Knox, Bud Duksta, Matt Olson, and Russ Ellis

Bud courtside on center court

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Keith Hay.

University of Tennisology

Busy Monday morning at Peter Igo Park with kids of all ages participating in the Marshfield Tennis Club's University of Tennisology, which is proudly offered by professionally trained members of Marshfield Tennis Club. Instructors are certified by and follow the instructional guidelines of the United States Tennis Association and the Professional Tennis Registry.

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Keith Hay.

MTC Member at 2016 Wimbledon

Linda with professional american tennis player Nick Monroe.

Linda with Andy Murray's tennis coach, Leon Smith

Card carrying MTC Member, Linda Daichman of Houston, TX & Rexhame Beach at the 2016 Wimbledon tournament. 

Posted on June 23, 2016 by Keith Hay.

Lessons at Peter Igo Park

MTC member, Don Knox, and Rachael from the Boys & Girls Club "Holding Court" on Court #3 at Peter Igo Park along with a dozen young aspiring tennis players learning the fundamentals. All balls & racquets supplied by the Marshfield Tennis Club. Thanks to Don for providing a great introduction to the life sport of tennis!

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Keith Hay.

New Outdoor Fitness Stations Installed at Peter Igo Park

Thanks to Rockland Trust's charitable donations and partnership with FOPIP (Friends of Peter Igo Park) to provide Marshfield residents with an opportunity to Get Fit and Stay Fit!!!

The HealthBeat® Pull-Up/Dip provides multiple highly effective strength-building exercises for the upper body.

The HealthBeat® Ab Crunch/Leg Lift works both the upper and lower abdominals, and provides two different activities in one fitness station.

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Keith Hay.

2016 Peter Igo Park Tennis Tournament

MTC hosted our annual doubles tennis tournament on Sunday, May 15th to benefit Peter Igo Park.

Posted on May 15, 2016 by Keith Hay.

USTA Block Party

The Marshfield Tennis Club sponsored a USTA Block Party on Saturday (5/14/2016) at Peter Igo Park. The weather was perfect and everyone had a great time.

A special thanks to the South Shore YMCA, SportWorks, Sweet Frog, Roche Bros., and Shinetti's Grill. 

Posted on May 14, 2016 by Keith Hay.

Representatives from USTA, New England, visit Peter Igo Park

From right to left: Matt Olson, Executive Director USTA New England, Bud Duksta, MTC President, and Ms. Karen Zuidema, Director of Community Tennis USTA New England

On a very cold blustery Friday, February 26th, Ms. Karen Zuidema, Director of Community Tennis USTA New England, and Matt Olson, Executive Director USTA New England, made a visit to Peter Igo Park in person to check out all of the new improvements. During their visit, Ms. Shane Kelly (aka Coach K), and Bud Duksta, MTC President, arranged meetings with Scott Madden, Marshfield High School Athletic Director, and Ms. Kathleen Newcomb, Executive Director of Marshfield Boys and Girls Club.

As a result of these meetings, several opportunities were discussed involving the USTA that could greatly benefit the residents of Marshfield. More to come...

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Keith Hay.

Wheelchair Tennis Clinic

Members of the Marshfield Tennis Club recently participated in a wheelchair tennis clinic at the South Shore Emilson YMCA on Saturday, February 20th. The purpose of the clinic was to learn tennis in a fun and supportive setting. The clinic was presented in partnership with Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers, Wheelchair Sports Federation, & South Coast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation.

In addition, the Marshfield Tennis Club hosted six Wounded Warriors from the Brockton Veterans Administration campus at the South Shore YMCA in Hanover on Wednesday, March 30th.

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Posted on February 22, 2016 by Keith Hay.

Rockland Trust Presents Generous Donation

Paul Bowers Rockland Trust KMAN ,Marshfield Branch Mgr. / Jeff Smith Rockland Trust Executive VP presented a  very generous donation to the Friends of Peter Igo Park Chair Bud Duksta , Friday February 12th

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Keith Hay.

Sportsmen's Tennis & Enrichment Center Gala

The Sportsmen's Tennis & Enrichment Center held an evening of thanks, recognition, and celebration! The Annual Gala for Kids & Community was held at The Lantana in Randolph, MA earlier this month. The reception was attended by MTC President, Bud Duksta, which included a silent auction along with an awards dinner, music, and dancing! 

MTC President, Bud Duksta and his wife, Marian

Matt Olson, USTA New England Executive Director with Toni Wiley, Executive Director of Sportsmen Tennis Enrichment Center and President of USTA Eastern, MA Board.

On left, Frank Williams, Boston Police Dept. Volley Against Violence Program Director with Phil Belanger, key contributor to Sportsmen's Club fundraising efforts and table host.


Posted on January 26, 2016 by Keith Hay.

Peter Igo Park has Earned Tennis Industry'sPublic Park of the Year Award

Ten years ago, the 17-acre Peter Igo Park abutting Green Harbor River in Marshfield, MA, had deteriorated from neglect. Enter the Friends of Peter Igo Park, a group of tennis enthusiasts-turned-fundraisers. Their newly designed, handicap-accessible facility with enhanced programming has earned Tennis Industry's Public Park of the Year Award.

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Posted on December 26, 2015 by Keith Hay.

MTC Awarded 2015 Community Tennis Association Award

The Marshfield Tennis Club was recently awarded the 2015 USTA New England Community Tennis Association of the Year Award for the second time. The award will be presented to the Marshfield Tennis Club at an awards ceremony scheduled for January 9th, 2016. 

Congratulations to all MTC members!

Posted on November 2, 2015 by Keith Hay.

Santa at the Town Pier on Saturday, December 5th

SANTA AT THE PIER

WHEN: Saturday December 5th. 2015
From 11:00am - 1:00pm
WHERE: Green Harbor Town Pier  100 Central Street (Harbormasters Office) 
Santa arrives at 11 a.m. by Harbormaster boat to the Town pier
 
In cooperation with the Marshfield Kiwanis, Friends of Peter Igo Park, Shoreline Aviation & the Marshfield Police/Harbormaster Department
 
More to follow...

 

Posted on November 2, 2015 by Keith Hay.