Fourteen Hurstpierpoint College pupils enjoyed an unforgettable February half term as they travelled to the Aphrodite Hills Resort in Cyprus for the College鈥檚 first tennis and padel tour delivered in partnership with Active Away. Over five days, pupils took part in听high-quality听coaching, friendly听competition听and a full programme of team activities.听
Accompanied by staff members Mrs Sutherland and Mr Harrison, pupils arrived in Paphos full of energy despite the early start. After settling into their apartments and enjoying lunch overlooking the golf course, the group explored the resort and prepared for a busy week ahead.听
Coaching began the following morning, with pupils rotating between sessions on Doubles DNA,听Spanish style听drills听and an introduction to padel tactics. The popular听Beat the Coach听challenge brought plenty of excitement, with pupils giving their all against the coaching team before enjoying time in the gym,听pool听and spa facilities. Evening doubles matches and a lively quiz added to the sense of camaraderie.听
A major highlight came as Hurst became the very first group to play on Aphrodite Hills鈥� new clay courts. A morning focused on volleying and transitional play was followed by inter-apartment match competition, where听each win earned points for their room. The听evening descended into a听resort wide听treasure hunt鈥攃omplete with maps,听clues听and enthusiastic searching.听
Monday involved tactical doubles training before pupils took part in the inaugural Active Away Cup, competing across singles and doubles formats. A coaches鈥� exhibition match provided further entertainment, and Musical Bingo ensured the day ended on a high.听
The final morning鈥檚 competition proved incredibly close, with just two points separating the teams before听Amelia鈥檚 Americans听claimed the win.听
