A monumental achievement for our tennis program
We are thrilled to share some incredible news — four of our very own RSC athletes have officially qualified to compete at The Fischer Canadian Junior Nationals this August in Laval, Quebec. This is one of the most prestigious events in junior tennis, bringing together the top players from across the country, and we could not be more proud.
Representing RSC at Nationals:
- Elise Chen – U14 Girls
- Eli Marks – U14 Boys
- Julien Gagnon – U14 Boys
- Emilie Joly (age 10) – U12 Girls
The championships will take place August 20–25, 2025, and will showcase Canada’s top junior talent competing for national titles.
A Testament to Hard Work and Dedication
Qualifying for Nationals is no easy feat. It requires years of consistent training, mental toughness, and tournament performance at the highest levels of provincial competition. For these four athletes, it’s the result of countless hours on the court, unwavering commitment, and the guidance of our exceptional RSC coaching team.
Player Spotlights
Elise Chen – U14 Girls
Current National Ranking: 17th (Girls U14)
Elise is only in her first year of U14 and made the finals of the Quebec championships this summer.
Eli Marks – U14 Boys
Current National Ranking: 3rd (Boys U14)
Eli has shot up the rankings in 2025 and is one of the top seeds at this year’s U14 Summer Nationals!
Julien Gagnon – U14 Boys
Current National Ranking: 9th (Boys U14)
Julien plays for team Quebec and is competing at Summer Nationals for the second year in a row! He is one of the top players in Quebec just recently winning the Quebec U14 championships
Emilie Joly – U12 Girls
Current National Ranking: 58th (Girls U12)
At just 10 years old, Emilie is one of the youngest players to qualify for the U12 Nationals.
“We are incredibly proud of Elise, Eli, Julien, and Emilie. Their dedication, hard work, and passion for tennis have truly paid off, and they represent the very best of our junior program,” said Rachel Cruickshank, Director of High Performance at RSC. “Competing at Nationals is a major milestone, and we can’t wait to see them showcase their talent on the national stage.”
Inspiring the Next Generation
For the younger players in our programs, this achievement demonstrates what is possible through dedication and a love for the game. With over 1,700 athletes currently training in the RSC Tennis Academy, our players are not only competing against the best in Canada, they are inspiring the next generation in our community to dream big and set ambitious goals.
We invite our entire RSC family to join us in wishing Elise, Eli, Julien, and Emilie the very best as they represent our club on the national stage. No matter the outcome, we are already so proud of what they have accomplished.
