Former professional tennis player Laura Collins has joined Bounds Green Bowls and Tennis Club as coach.

The 22-year-old has coached in South Africa and Spain and brings her wealth of playing and coaching experience to the north London club.

Collins coaches players at all levels, including with junior players.

Jane Lees, director of the club, said: “We are delighted to have someone of Laura’s calibre joining the club.

“We look forward to putting into practice all the great ideas she has and will be introducing her to the people living locally over the next few weeks.”