Our People

The founder who built the court, the owners who kept it going, and the Johnson family who taught the game here for three generations.

Founder, 1905

The wealthy American who built Moreton Hall and the tennis court.

Professional, 1905 to 1970

The court's first professional, who served Moreton Morrell for sixty-five years.

World Champion, 1957

Ted's son, born at the court, who won the world title his father never could.

Owner, 1921 to 1949

Soldier and benefactor, remembered by the coat of arms above the net.

Leaseholder, 1930s and 1940s

Led the enthusiasts who kept the court going, and saved it from being requisitioned in the Second World War.

Owner, 1949 to 1963

Introduced matches with other clubs, and sold the court to the club in 1963.