What are the goals of the SJTA?
The St. James Tennis Association (SJTA), with over 450 members and growing, is an organization established to benefit all tennis players with a Clubs at St. James Sport or Golf membership. From beginners playing socially to advanced players seeking a competitive challenge, the SJTA supports players at all levels.
The purpose and focus of the SJTA is to:
- Promote tennis, friendly competition, and enjoyment of the game
- Encourage all levels of play – recreational as well as competitive
- Give back to the greater community through our fund-raisers (this year: Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas), as well as supporting other charitable activities and our volunteer efforts
- Serve as liaison to Troon and The Clubs at St. James management on improving the tennis and experience, facilities, and future plans
- Serve as a voice that helps shape the growth and development of tennis in St. James, Brunswick County, and the greater Wilmington area
What we do:
- Sponsor several tennis tournaments during the year open to SJTA members
- Provide an opportunity to play in various SJTA sponsored tournaments and monthly round robins
- Create a fun and social environment for the St. James tennis community.
- Hold numerous social events including Member Appreciation Day, Beach Outings, Holiday Party, and the Annual Business meeting/dinner
- Communicate regularly through Weekly Court Reports and keep our membership updated on upcoming activities and events
- Raise money for SJTA-selected charities
2023 Board members
Back Row: Jim Robertson, Tom Miller, Mike Osborn, Dave Martin and Susan Doyle
Middle Row: Liz Sullins, Jeannie Schuelke, and Laura Kogler
Seated: Loraine Beinhart, Lisa Toomey, Karen Kontoulas
Middle Row: Liz Sullins, Jeannie Schuelke, and Laura Kogler
Seated: Loraine Beinhart, Lisa Toomey, Karen Kontoulas
- President: Lisa Toomey, 413-348-7993, latshop1@gmail.com
- Vice President: James Robertson, 704-604-0073, jrob3649@gmail.com
- Secretary: Loraine Beinhart, 301-641-8785, clbeinhart@aol.com
- Treasurer: Susan Doyle, 919-698-5471, spdoyle@bellsouth.net
- Social Events: Karen Kontoulas, 336-918-2026, sjtasocial@gmail.com, Laura Kogler, 309-339-0928, beachcat86@hotmail.com
- Member Communications: Mike Osborn, 703-864-3220, mikeosborn524@yahoo.com
- External Communications: Jeannie Schuelke, 757-739-4699, uncgradjs@gmail.com
- Tournaments: David Martin, 910-253-5141, davidjmartin879@gmail.com
- Men’s Events & Mixed Doubles: Tom Miller, 540-847-8172, millerth3@gmail.com
- Women’s Events & New To St. James Tennis Liz Sullins, 240-472-9376, lizsullins@verizon.net
- Director of Tennis: Brian Preston, 910-477-8500, ext. 2011 bpreston@troon.com