Work crews have been out in full force in recent days at the Valois Tennis Club in Pointe-Claire. Members and volunteers are trying to get the five Har-Tru courts ready for a possible opening May 15.
Playing at the 98-year-old club this season will be very different from previous years, all due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] Social distancing measures will be enforced, meaning the clubhouse, deck, barbecues and most of the patio furniture will be off-limits.
Essentially, players will be allowed to show up, play and leave. Tennis may also be restricted to singles, only further ensuring players remain at least two metres from each other.