Ireland's Tennis Revolution: First Indoor Court Opens in Dundalk
Ireland is set to open its first indoor tennis court in Dundalk, marking a significant development for the sport in the country. The former Dundalk Ice Dome will be transformed into a year-round tennis facility with four state-of-the-art courts and elite training facilities, opening in summer 2025. This move is aimed at revitalizing tennis in Ireland, with hopes of boosting participation and nurturing talent.
Key Points
Ireland's first indoor tennis court will open in the renovated Dundalk Ice Dome in summer 2025.
The facility will include four state-of-the-art courts and elite training facilities.
The project is expected to boost tennis participation and nurture talent in Ireland.
Tennis Ireland CEO Kevin Quinn sees this as a landmark moment for preserving community space and creating a world-class tennis facility.
John McGahon, Tennis Leinster Performance Director, emphasizes the importance of year-round access to high-quality facilities for young players.
Comparatively, Ireland will have fewer indoor courts per capita than the UK and France.
