Edd Whetton
With over a decade of experience in coaching, Edd is a dedicated and passionate leader in the world of racket sports. As the Director of Rise Up Racket Sports, he has been instrumental in growing and developing club programs that foster skill, inclusion, and a love of the game. Since 2013, Edd has specialised in coaching players of all ages and abilities, from toddlers as young as 2 years old to elite County and Regional-level athletes, as well as International wheelchair players and adults with learning disabilities.
Edd's coaching philosophy emphasizes accessibility, empowerment, and holistic player development, striving to create environments where every individual can thrive regardless of their background or ability. In recognition of his impact and excellence in coaching, Edd was named runner-up in the LTA National Coach of the Year Award in 2022 and more recently in 2025, after winning both the County and Regional stages.
With a career built on nurturing talent and expanding opportunities in racket sports, Edd continues to inspire athletes and fellow coaches alike, helping the next generation of players achieve their potential both on and off the court.
Betsy Williams - Level 3
Club Coach at Syston Northfields Tennis Club and Sileby Tennis and Pickleball Club
Profile: Hi everyone!
I’ve recently completed my Sport and Exercise Science degree at Nottingham Trent University, where I competed in the BUCS teams for the ladies first team.
I’m a Level 3 LTA-accredited tennis coach with experience coaching a wide range of ages and abilities.
I’m passionate about making tennis fun, accessible, and rewarding for everyone. I’m really looking forward to getting stuck into building a dynamic coaching program, creating a great atmosphere at the club, and helping more people get involved in the game we all love.
If you’re interested in private one-to-one coaching sessions, or just want to find out more about what’s coming up at the club, feel free to get in touch—I’d love to hear from you
Andrew Laurel - Level 3
Club Coach at Syston Northfields Tennis Club
Cerys Pepper - Level 2 and Young Person Welfare Officer
Club Coach at Syston Tennis Club
Having played tennis for over 12 years, I’ve had the privilege of competing at both junior and adult levels, constantly pushing myself to improve. Alongside my playing career, I’ve been coaching for 6 years, and earned my Level 1 coaching badge in 2021 and hope to gain my Level 2 later this year. In 2024, I took part in a national safeguarding programme which meant I became 1 of 25 YPWAs in the country, raising awareness for safeguarding in tennis. I later received the Rising Star Award at both county and regional level. 2025 marked a breakthrough year, where I not only had the chance to play and film with Harriet Dart but also broke into the first team for both the ladies’ and mixed teams. The year was bettered by having the opportunity to compete at Wimbledon, a dream come true. Every year, I continue to grow both on and off the court, and I hope to use these experiences to support players that I get to coach.