Tennis
Althea Gibson Tennis Center![]() Empie Park converted what was once a softball complex into the city's Tennis Complex. They were awarded the USTA-NC tennis facility of the year for 2013. Althea is a member of the Wilmington Walk of Fame. She won just about every tournament when I first started watching tennis. She was mentored by Dr. Eaton during her days in Wilmington. Read my Wilmington Walk of Fame section.
2013 USTA-NC Award |
Ogden Park
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Holly Tree Racquet Club

I've been a member of Holly Tree for a few years and have never enjoyed a club as much as this one. They have a very active over 50 group at a 3.5 and a 4.0 level. If you like clay courts and are looking for a very reasonably priced club with a fun group of members you may want to check out Holly Tree.
The club is very active with their league programs for all ages and skill levels. This is not a country club, it is focused on tennis and attracts many of the best tennis players in the greater Wilmington area.
The club is very active with their league programs for all ages and skill levels. This is not a country club, it is focused on tennis and attracts many of the best tennis players in the greater Wilmington area.