The former Green Belt Tennis Club in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, now known as the Rogers Tennis Dome at Green Belt, has undergone a significant renovation. The facility, which originally opened for the 1977 Canada Games, has expanded from six to seven resurfaced courts, features a new air dome roof, and will host tennis events for the 2025 Canada Summer Games in August. Players, including Declan Walsh and Eva-Lynn Rice, express excitement for the improved venue.
The home of tennis in St. John's has gotten a facelift, and players say it's a grand slam
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️The former Green Belt Tennis Club in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, now known as the Rogers Tennis Dome at Green Belt, has undergone a significant renovation. The facility, which originally opened for the 1977 Canada Games, has expanded from six to seven resurfaced courts, features a new air dome roof, and will host tennis events for the 2025 Canada Summer Games in August. Players, including Declan Walsh and Eva-Lynn Rice, express excitement for the improved venue.
- 1 1977: Green Belt Tennis Club originally opened for the Canada Games.
- 2 Thursday: Renovated facility (Rogers Tennis Dome at Green Belt) opened to the public.
- 3 August 2025: Facility will host tennis events at the 2025 Canada Summer Games.
- Improved tennis facilities for the province
- Enhanced training opportunities for players
- Hosting of the 2025 Canada Summer Games
- Positive impact on the local tennis community and future generations of players
What: The Green Belt Tennis Club in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, has been renovated and renamed the Rogers Tennis Dome at Green Belt, featuring expanded and resurfaced courts and a new air dome, in preparation for hosting the 2025 Canada Summer Games.
When: Thursday (facility opened to public), August (2025 Canada Summer Games), 1977 (original opening for Canada Games).
Where: St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
Why: To upgrade the provincial tennis facility, accommodate the 2025 Canada Summer Games, and provide a better year-round playing environment for tennis players in the province.
How: Through a significant renovation project, including a $200,000 investment from Rogers, expanding courts, resurfacing, and installing a new air dome roof and an expanded clubhouse.