Why Cessnock? Unfortunately Raymond Terrace Tennis Club the home of this popular junior tournament is still out of action from the April storms.

Port Stephens Council’s repair wheels certainly turn slowly but the courts look likely to be back in full operation by the end of the month. 

About 145 enthusiastic juniors entered the Auto Pro Bronze Junior Tour tournament with finals on Monday as The Star went to print. 

Results will be in next week, however Lake Macquarie Tennis Centre’s Emily Brogan was runner-up in the 16 years and under girls singles.