LTA – Monster Smash

LTA YOUTH COMPETITIONS

For over a decade, we have proudly partnered with the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA), the governing body for tennis in Great Britain, helping bring their mission to life — making tennis accessible and enjoyable for players of all levels. Our latest collaboration, ‘Monster Smash,’ infused the LTA’s Youth Team Challenge with spooky fun and a captivating visual identity designed to introduce junior players to stress-free competition, a proven way to boost retention and long-term engagement in the sport.

We embraced the playful, Halloween-inspired theme by creating a vibrant and dynamic brand identity. At its heart was an expressive character logo that captured the excitement of the event, complemented by a collection of imaginative tennis ball monsters, each donning Halloween costumes from witches and vampires to mummies. The bold and energetic colour scheme tied seamlessly into the existing LTA Youth Competitions visual identity, reinforcing brand consistency while standing out with ‘frightening’ flair.

To ensure coaches and organisers could deliver unforgettable events with ease, we developed flexible resource packs — ready-to-use ‘competitions in a box’ brimming with engaging materials. These resources included eye-catching promotional posters and banners, dynamic social media assets, playful sticker sets, vibrant medal inserts, and celebratory certificates. Competition guides were thoughtfully designed to facilitate smooth event management, and the identity even opened up opportunities for future merchandising and complementary events.

The ‘Monster Smash’ initiative brought tennis to life for players aged 7 to 14, creating a positive, stress-free environment that emphasized teamwork, fun, and the joy of friendly competition. By combining creativity with purpose, this project underscored our shared commitment to inspiring participation and growing tennis from the grassroots up.

Deliverables

Creative Direction
Conceptual Design
Logo Design
Visual Identity Design
Custom Illustrations
2D and 3D Character Design
Social Media Assets
Promotional Banners
Promotional Posters
Certificates
Medal Inserts
Competition Guides
Sticker Sets

A spooky success that left a lasting impact on young players and demonstrated the power of design in shaping memorable sporting experiences.