A picture of a blue tennis court with white line-marking and new nets, surrounded by tall, black fencing.

IT’S EASIER BEING GREENSET: Players of all styles, ages and skill levels will benefit from the use of Greenset on court surfaces at the newly refurbished Jim Elphick Tennis Centre.

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Final Set is a Greenset for Jim Elphick Tennis Centre

Published: 21 Mar 2025 1:19pm

Championship point is in sight at the Jim Elphick Tennis Centre, with the final touches currently being made to the state-of-the-art facility at Bolton Park ahead of its much-anticipated opening this April.

The international-standard courts are nearing completion, with contractors in the process of completing the last of the line marking following the successful application of the iconic two-tone blue surface famously seen at Melbourne Park each summer during the Australian Open.

Manager Wagga Leisure Marc Geppert confirmed the blue courts have been surfaced with a material called Greenset.

“Greenset is a world-class acrylic surface designed for consistent play, comfort, and durability. With its ability to create uniform bounce and predictable ball speed, it’s going to ensure a fair game for all playing styles,” Mr Geppert said.

“Players of all ages and skill levels are going to benefit from the cushioned secondary layer located beneath the court surface, which has been designed to both absorb shock and reduce joint impact and enhance safety and comfort.”

Greenset is also a sustainable choice, using water-based, non-toxic materials to create a highly durable surface which is designed to withstand extreme heat and weather fluctuations, making it ideal for the Riverina climate.

An alternative balcony view of a tennis centre, showing courts with blue surfaces in the foreground, and synthetic green grass courts in the background. All courts are surrounded by tall, black fencing.