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The Haven Community has a long history of participating in a variety of sports, with the tennis club commencing back in 1920 and the Indoor Bowlers dating back to the 1950’s. There are hundreds of very talented sportspeople who live in the Haven community. Twenty-three acres of land was purchased with funds from the community to develop sporting facilities and passive recreation. The construction of twelve tennis courts and Haven’s first ever netball court has seen the numbers of participants and programs increase every year. The tennis courts are always open and available for social games or practice. The new grassed Activities Field is completed – perfect for sports such as hockey, soccer, Auskick and a range of other activities. We welcome any new sporting groups or sports coaches to come on board so that we can provide a hub of sporting activities in one central location. There are also plans being developed to include other sports facilities such as ovals, change rooms and a community centre. We welcome people to come along and enjoy the facilities, and see the work that has been done by the community to develop what was once an irrigation paddock.
Haven Tennis Club Address: 4380 Henty Highway, Haven The Haven Tennis Club commenced in 1920 and is now one of the strongest clubs in the Central Wimmera Tennis Association. In 2009/2010 the club had twenty-five teams entered in the competition. The club has been very successful over the years and had over 100 junior players competing in teams during the last season. Haven has twelve tennis courts for competition play, and hires other courts to cater for some of the junior matches. The club provides a variety of other tennis programs for both children and adults and in 2003 supported two club members Sue Exell and Judy Carine to complete their Level 1 Development Course for coaching in Melbourne. The tennis courts are open to the public.
Slam N Sweat - Fitness Program Address: Haven Tennis Courts When: Wednesday Mornings – school terms Slam N Sweat is a tennis fitness program and is an excellent way to gain some fitness and have some fun - a cardiovascular workout. Be warned – it is addictive! Once you start, you may have trouble stopping. Come along and check it out – have a test run!
MLC Tennis Hot Shots Address: Haven Tennis Courts Contact: Sue Exell When: Thursday evenings (Terms 1 & 4) The MLC Tennis Hot Shots is a fun and exciting way for children to get into tennis. Aimed at children aged 5-12, it uses modified courts, racquets and balls to keep things fun and easy. The program is based on a “learning through play” philosophy where children serve, rally and score. Net-Set-Go Netball Address: Haven Tennis Courts What: Netta Netball – Ages 8 - 12 What: FunNet Netball – Ages 5 - 7 The Net-Set-Go Program at Haven is sponsored by the Horsham United Football & Netball Club. Both of these programs are aimed at giving girls and boys the basic fundamental skills to play netball. Starting from the very basic footwork and ball skills through to playing a game of modified netball. Lots of fun and games, and plenty of room for the little brothers and sisters to run around as well. Horsham Hockey Club Address: Horsham Racecourse The Horsham Hockey Club are keen to make their home at Haven in 2011. The new Activities Field is almost finished which will provide two hockey fields for competition play. The club are keen to provide some afterschool activities to teach the children how to play hockey. Visit the Horsham Hockey Club website Horsham Golf Club Address: 304 Golf Course Road, Haven via Horsham 3400 In 2009 the Black Saturday fires destroyed their clubhouse and caused catastrophic damage to their course but their dedicated hardworking committee and volunteers are forging forward with their recovery and had the greens ready for play only weeks after the fire - an amazing effort. |
