Tennis in the Hamptons 2025
In the summer, people from across Long Island and New York City flock to the Hamptons, to enjoy the sun, while sitting by the pool or ocean, and taking part in an array of outdoor activities. One of those activities, and perhaps its most popular, is tennis.
It may be the favorite activity for Hamptons-goers, and there is no shortage of tennis courts or opportunities to play out on the East End, from hitting around at local parks or lacing them up and playing on a private court in a luxurious Hamptons home.
There is so much to enjoy about summer life in the Hamptons, and tennis is at the forefront! Long Island Tennis Magazine has compiled some of the best places to play, stay and shop out in The Hamptons this summer:
Places to Play
Annacone Tennis Management
info@annaconetennis.com
(865) 300-7323
Annacone Tennis Management provides an array of services in the Hamptons, and can help produce programming and consulting for your neighborhood courts, country clubs, tennis clubs, resorts and more. One of the programs offered is MyHamptonsPro, which is a concierge tennis company specializing in providing the highest quality offsite tennis services in the Hamptons.
This service is available on your private court, at one of our private courts, or at your tennis facility. Focused specifically on creating the utmost in customer satisfaction, MHP provides comprehensive tennis services from world-class tennis professionals to fit all of your needs. MHP tennis pros specialize in private tennis lessons that are customized to your specific tennis goals, with flexible times and days available to meet your needs. Steve Annacone, Director of MyHamptonsPro, has been a tennis professional and coach for over 45 years. Originally from Sag Harbor, NY and a graduate of East Hampton High School, Steve has been very involved in the tennis community in the Hamptons.
By understanding that each player has specific needs and creating a customized tennis experience to accommodate these needs, Steve and the MHP staff will help you get the most out of your time on the court.
Gotham Tennis Academy – Montauk
91 South Fulton Drive
Montauk, NY 11954
(631) 267-8525
Info@GothamTennis.com
For over a decade, Gotham Tennis Academy has become known for innovative, world-class tennis instruction in NYC and the Hamptons.
Gotham Tennis – Montauk is on a beautiful nature preserve, just minutes from the center of Montauk. Their eight pristine clay courts are meticulously maintained and open to the public, offering a full range of popular camps, private lessons, home lessons and clinics suited to your level of play and interests. Beginners, rising stars, recreational players, and tournament players are all welcome.
Instruction and fun is always geared to your age and level of play. Private lessons with Gotham Tennis Academy’s world-class tennis professionals are available not only at our Montauk club, but also for home lessons throughout the Hamptons from Southampton to Amagansett including East Hampton, Sagaponack, Water Mill, Bridgehampton and Shelter Island.
In the summer, Gotham Montauk offers tennis and sports camps, private lessons, adult clinics, private events and parties, as well as home lessons. Gotham Montauk also offers affordable memberships to get the family get into the game and achieve all of your tennis goals this summer!
Hampton Racquet Club
172 Buckskill Road
East Hampton, NY 11937
admin@hamptonracquet.com
(631) 324-0297
Hampton Racquet Club is located in the beautiful East End town of East Hampton at 172 Buckskill Road. Serving up tons of opportunities to play tennis, partake in wellness programs, and other treats for many years, Hampton Racquet is one of the oldest tennis clubs in the Hamptons and has established a well-earned reputation as a leading club in the community.
Regardless of age or skill level, there’s an opportunity for everyone to grow at Hampton Racquet. Offerings including private tennis lessons, clinics, court rental, summer camp, off-site lessons, home-court maintenance, pro shop, stringing services, restaurant and more.
There are several different packages to choose from when considering options for lessons and play at Hampton Racquet. They have monthly and family memberships that provide members with perks and discounts for services at the club. Whatever an individual’s goal is when they enter Hampton Racquet, they will be treated with the utmost attention with a staff that always aims to not only meet but exceed the expectations of its clients.
Though Hampton Racquet has been considered a tennis club first and foremost for all their years in business, they have included more and more wellness programs and additional sports as they not only keep up with trends but set their own. They have a JULUKA fitness program offered as one-hour classes, and packages are available. They also have a Pilates program led by Ashley Patten who has extensive experience in Pilates as well as a huge wellness and fitness background.
Whether you’re looking to build upon your wellness routine, sharpen your tennis skills, share court time with likeminded individuals, and of course a place for your kids to enjoy summer camp and take their tennis to new levels, Hampton Racquet is the place to be this summer in East Hampton!
Visit www.hamptonracquet.com to learn more!
Ross School Tennis Center
20 Goodfriend Drive
East Hampton, N.Y.
tenniscenter@ross.org
(631) 907-5162
Ross School Tennis Center (RSTC) is the premiere training center in the Hamptons, boasting a beautiful tennis facility that is open to the public and located on the Ross Upper School Campus in East Hampton, N.Y. The Tennis Center features six HarTru courts that are enclosed by a bubble from mid-fall through mid-spring, allowing for year-round play. The Tennis Center features state-of-the-art amenities such as spacious locker rooms, lower level lounge, convenient snack bar, and ping-pong tables, and the staff provides a fun and supportive atmosphere that allows for the greatest amount of success.
After-school programming, a dynamic program for junior players, and specialized summer programs are offered to make Ross Tennis Center the place to play tennis in the Hamptons.
After-school Programs (Pre-K–Grade 12)
→Nursery–Grade 4: Specialized one-hour training program where players build a strong foundation through a variety of game-based and cooperative activities using 10U age-appropriate (Red, Orange, or Green) balls and nets that will prepare them for eventual full-court play.
→Grade 5–Grade 12: Players build off their 10U foundation to further develop fundamental skills and techniques as they transition into yellow balls and prepare for full-court tournament competition. Ball control, strategy, and work ethic are all emphasized in this 90-minute session of drills and point play.
Players in kindergarten and higher are required to play twice per week in this program.
→RSTA Yellow+ is for players over 12 years old who play either on a JV or Varsity school team. There will be practice every day for two hours after school. Tryouts can also be evaluated by an RSTA coach if you are not yet a team member. Participation at both UTR and USTA tournaments is encouraged but not a requirement.
→Lessons and Court Rentals: Ross School Tennis Center also offers adult clinics, court rentals, and private and group instruction for all ages and levels. The Tennis Center is also used for a variety of special events and is available for private parties.
SPORTIME Amagansett/JMTA Hamptons
320 Abrahams Path
Amagansett, N.Y.
(631) 267-3460
Located in the Town of East Hampton, SPORTIME Amagansett’s 23 acre campus features 33 pristine outdoor Har-Tru tennis courts, one hard-surface tennis and pickleball court, a heated outdoor pool and so much more for members, students and campers to enjoy. The Hamptons’ summer home to the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, SPORTIME Amagansett welcomes aspiring young players to train at one of the world’s best academies when on the East End. The club is also home to East Hampton Sports Camp @ SPORTIME, which offers preschool and multi-sport full-day, full-summer fun for kids ages 3-13.
The SPORTIME Amagansett Sports Arena, open year-round, features a climate-controlled, regulation size rink that subdivides into three smaller courts that allow for multiple sports activities and small group training. Sports offered include hockey, soccer, basketball, volleyball and pickleball.
SPORTIME Amagansett offers both residents and Hampton visitors of all ages world-class tennis, pickleball and sports programming, camps, events, tournaments and more.
SPORTIME Quogue
2571 Quogue Riverhead Road
East Quogue, N.Y.
(631) 653-6767
Named the best tennis club on the South Fork by Dan’s Papers each year from 2020-2023, SPORTIME Quogue is a year-round, full-service tennis, fitness, summer camp and sports facility located in East Quogue, catering to the surrounding communities of Westhampton, Remsemberg, Quogue, Southampton, Hampton Bays, Eastport, Riverhead, the Moriches and the North Fork, serving both locals and visitors alike..
SPORTIME Quogue features four indoor Har-Tru soft-surface tennis courts and 22 outdoor Har-Tru courts, in addition to a heated outdoor pool, a full-service health and fitness club, a multi-sport court, and locker rooms with saunas. SPORTIME Quogue serves tennis players starting at the age of three, including junior pathway programs, as well as dynamic instructional programs for adults of all levels.
While SPORTIME Quogue thrives year-round, the summer season is alive with a large outdoor tennis community, including Hampton vacationers and snowbirds returning for summer season. SPORTIME Quogue’s full-day summer camp, including preschool, multi-sport and tennis offerings, is recognized as one of the top summer camps in Westhampton.
Places to Shop
Tennis East
73 Main Street
Southampton, N.Y.
(631) 283-9535
For more than 50 years, Tennis East has been a staple of the tennis community on Long Island’s East End. Tennis East offers an extensive selection of men’s, women’s and junior’s rackets, apparel, sneakers, strings and accessories.
Tennis East keeps up to date with the latest and most popular products to make sure its customers are always up to date with the newest gear, and it even features a complete line of 10 & Under Tennis equipment, as well as a line of other racket sports, such as paddleball or pickleball. Stringing services and demo rackets are also available.
Places to Stay
Baron’s Cove
31 West Water Street
Sag Harbor, N.Y.
(844) 227-6672
The newly-renovated Baron’s Cove Hotel is the Hampton’s preeminent All-American resort destination. With 67 charming village and harbor-facing guestrooms, gorgeous lofted suites boasting sweeping harbor views, village rooms featuring intimate private gardens, and cozy dog-friendly accommodations, Baron’s Cove caters to every discerning traveler seeking a relaxing getaway on the East End.
Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa
290 Old Montauk Highway
Montauk, N.Y.
(631) 668-2345
Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa is a Hamptons icon and the only year- round resort in Montauk. Providing guests with direct access to a 2,000-foot private sand beach, Gurney’s features 146 rooms, suites, and beachfront cottages, all delivering dramatic ocean views. With five unique dining and drinking venues, Gurney’s presents an array of food and beverage options, from elegant seasonal cuisine to casual fare to craft cocktails. Gurney’s also offers over 25,000-square-feet of meeting and banquet space, for hosting a wide range of business and social events. Its acclaimed spa is renowned for its healing treatments and ocean-fed seawater pool, the only pool of its kind in North America.
Hampton Racquet Club Remains An East End Staple
This summer, countless people from all across the Metropolitan area head east to enjoy the splendor of the Hamptons. With an array of fun summer activities to take part in, tennis and other racquet and paddle sports are at the top of the list, and there is perhaps no better place to play than at Hampton Racquet Club.
“We are thrilled to reunite our community and share an unforgettable summer together,” said Hampton Racquet Club owner Monica Graham. “With brand-new facilities, exciting activities, engaging events and camaraderie, we are dedicated to providing the best services and creating cherished memories for all our members.”
Graham is the younger sister of John Graham, who was the heart and soul of Hampton Racquet for more than a decade. Through the strong and welcoming community he built, and his desire to bring the love of tennis and racquet sports to players of all ages, John Graham built Hampton Racquet into one of the shining beacons of the Hamptons athletic scene.
Unfortunately, John passed away in 2024, but not before leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, and community that will be cherished for years to come. In doing so,
Hampton Racquet became more than just a club—it is a legacy, a testament to the community that John passionately and tirelessly built over the years.
“As we carry forward John’s legacy at Hampton Racquet, we are committed to instilling these same values in our members and young players, ensuring they endure for generations to come,” Monica said.
Monica and her team at Hampton Racquet will continue that legacy this summer, and bring the love of sport to all people who walk through their doors. At its summer camp, all campers earn the benefit of exclusive membership perks, which include access to the Spa, court rentals, clinics & its on-site Restaurant, as well as family inclusion, where campers can invite their parents as their special guests, so the whole family can share in their dynamic club experience.
Campers are grouped by age and skill level to ensure they receive the most effective coaching and development.
To continue to cater to all, tennis isn’t the only sport offered at Hampton Racquet. Padel and beach tennis are all available, creating a well-balanced offering of racquet sports to ensure there is something for everyone.
Hampton Racquet possesses the perfect balance of a club rooted in a desire to welcome in its community while also the perks of being out in the Hamptons in the summer. There is a wellness area, which includes red lights, massages, salt therapy and more, plus a top-notch restaurant and cafe that hugs the club’s tennis courts.
When out in the Hamptons this summer, make Hampton Racquet one of your destination spots. Visit HamptonRacquet.com to learn more!
Q&A With Steve Annacone, MyHamptonsPro
The Hamptons tennis market is a unique one and to help break it down, Long Island Tennis Magazine spoke with Annacone about the way he approaches tennis teaching out in the Hamptons during the summer:
LITM: Many people in the Hamptons have Tennis courts on their own property. How prevalent is that market for coaches coming to the private residences as opposed to a club/camp?
Annacone: It has become more and more common for people to request lessons at their private homes in the Hamptons. I was first introduced to this back in the 1980’s with the Huggy Bear ProAm Tournament at the Forstmann’s in Watermill. Many of the homeowners in the Cobb Road area had “private coaches” come to their courts and give lessons. These days it is happening from Montauk all the way to Westhampton, as well as on the North Fork of Long Island. There are more courts and numerous requests and some all year round, weather permitting.
LITM: Do you see a lot of requests for at home tennis lessons from share houses? Families?
Annacone: I haven’t seen much from the share house situation but families tend to like this special service because they can have kids do lessons together right at home or put a few hours together and accommodate the whole family without ever leaving their property.
LITM: Are there certain towns where it’s more prevalent than others?
Annacone: The busiest towns for the “concierge” tennis requests seem to be East Hampton, Sagaponack, and Sag Harbor, but Watermill and Southampton are also favorites sites for these requests.
LITM: How would you describe the overall Hamptons tennis market heading into 2025? And how has it changed through the years?
Annacone: Tennis is extremely popular in the Hamptons and really exploded during the Covid pandemic. People are playing even more now and many come out to the Hamptons specifically for the tennis offerings. It used to be one of the great amenities on the east end but now it is an attraction in itself.
LITM: What makes the Hamptons Tennis market unique?
Annacone: The tennis market in the Hamptons is unique because many of the clients only have a specific, limited time that they are available. This makes them want to try to jam as much tennis into their stay as possible, and creates a huge demand at all of the tennis facilities in the area (and requests at their own home courts), requiring a large staff of pros that can accommodate a very diverse group of players-singles, doubles, beginners, advanced players, kids, adults, as well as young and old. In addition, there are many requests from celebrities since this area is a favorite for the stars.
LITM Tennis Tournaments Arrive Out East This Summer
Long Island Tennis Magazine will once again be hosting part of our Summer Series presented by Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group in the Hamptons, and are excited to be offering two Long Island Tennis Magazine Tennis Challenge events this summer on the east end.
The first tournament will be held on Saturday, June 7 at Sportime Quogue, featuring eight different divisions of play, four Men’s Doubles categories and four Women’s Doubles categories.
The event features all of the amenities players have become accustomed to at our events, including competitive and well-organized doubles play, catered lunch, complimentary happy hour, prizes for winners and features in Long Island Tennis Magazine.
Visit LITennisMag.com/Events/JuneTennisChallenge to learn more and to register.
“We are excited to host the LITM Challenges this summer in the Hamptons for the fifth year in a row,” said David Sickmen, Publisher of Long Island Tennis Magazine. “Sportime Quogue has proven to be the perfect host site as they accommodate our large draws on their outdoor courts, and we are able to bring people the amenities they have become used to on Sportime’s large pool deck. We look forward to seeing everyone back on the courts for fun in the sun this summer.”
To close out the summer, the September Challenge will be held on Saturday, September 8 at SPORTIME Quogue. More information and registration portal can be found at LITennisMag.com/Events/SeptemberTennis.
“These events are always so well put together, and they do such a great job of organizing the draws,” said Ray Omid, who plays in the LITM Challenges. “There is great food, drinks, and a warm welcoming atmosphere. The LITM Challenges are different than your normal tournament and are phenomenal.”
