The Kulu Marsa Junior Open 2025 proved to be an exciting and competitive tournament for young tennis players from Asciak Tennis Academy. Despite some weather delays, the event was a resounding success, showcasing the talent and determination of our juniors.
Tournament Overview
The tournament began on Wednesday, 5th February 2025, but due to inclement weather, the last finals where played on Friday, 21st February. The event featured several age categories, allowing young players to compete in a structured and supportive environment.
Events Held
Singles Categories: U10, U12, U14, U16 (Boys & Girls)
Doubles Categories: U12 Boys & Girls
Consolation Matches: U10 Boys & Girls
Tournament Highlights
8-year-old Ed Spiteri Paris dominated the Boys U10 category, winning all his matches without dropping a single game.
11-year-old Maxine had a spectacular run, reaching three finals: winning both the U12 Singles and U12 Doubles, while also finishing runner-up in U14 Singles.
Roll of Honour
Girls Singles
U16 Winner: 🥇 Maya Trojanawska
U16 Runner-Up: 🥈 Lily Schranz
U14 Winner: 🥇 Julia Perera Vega
U14 Runner-Up: 🥈 Maxine Soler
U12 Winner: 🥇 Maxine Soler
U12 Runner-Up: 🥈 Kelly Nikashin Spiteri
U10 Runner-Up: 🥈 Valentina Pace
Girls Doubles
Winners: 🥇 Maxine Soler / Kelly Nikashin Spiteri
Runners-Up: 🥈 Sofia Frendo / Ena Tanti
Boys Singles
U16 Runner-Up: 🥈 Kurt Bonnici
U14 Winner: 🥇 Andy Gingell Littlejohn
U14 Runner-Up: 🥈 Kurt Bonnici
U10 Winner: 🥇 Ed Spiteri Paris
U10 Runner-Up: 🥈Marco Federici
U10 Consolation Winner: 🥇Nick Gasan
U10 Consolation Runner-Up: 🥈Tom Pace
Boys Doubles
U12 Winners: 🥇 James Xuereb / Daniel Fleri Soler
Trophy Presentation
The Presentation of Trophies took place on Friday evening at Court No.1. Trophies were presented by Marc Gingell Little John, President of the Malta Tennis Federation, Godwin Borg, Chairman of Marsa Sports Club, and Eng. Anthony Mifsud, Chairman of the Tennis Section. They acknowledged the players' efforts and the importance of junior tennis development.
Special Thanks
We appreciate the contributions of the following individuals and organisations:
Tournament Director: Jevon Dimech.
Referee: Kevin Formosa.
Sponsor: Kulu Bistro and Grill.
Asciak Tennis Academy Coaches for their support and training of players.
Marsa Sports Club for hosting the event.
Malta Tennis Federation for fostering junior tennis.
Gavin Borg for providing tournament photography.
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