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PRESIDENT'S PERSPECTIVE

March is one of my favorite months of the year for several reasons. It heralds the official start of spring, the NCAA March Madness basketball tournament and outdoor tennis in Kentucky!  This year it's especially exciting for the  Woodford County Park Tennis Court Complex. 

At your service,
Mike Eden
2019 USTA KENTUCKY YEARBOOK

The 2019 Yearbook has been published.  READ MORE  If you have not received a yearbook in the mail by  March 31,  and you would like a hard copy, please submit your  REQUEST.


USTA LEAGUE IS 40!

Help us celebrate USTA League's 40th anniversary all year by sharing memories and images.   We will highlight stories, picture and videos throughout the year in this newsletter and on social media.
Can't wait to hear from you! 
Pictured - Christie Herring 20 years ago! 

MIXED DOUBLES SOUTHERN SECTIONALS IN LEXINGTON
 
Mixed Doubles Leagues
Registration will be opening before you know it!!!
Registered teams have a chance to win $200!  READ MORE

DROP SHOTS!

The hottest tennis league for young adults is starting again in LOUISVILLE - starts April 20 with three different nights of play and two locations

LEXINGTON - starts April 22

SOMERSET - starts May 5
TRI-LEVEL LEAGUE

It's not to early to be thinking about forming your teams and win $$$! READ MORE
Sectional Championships will be in Louisville again this year!


OVER 60 - HERE IS YOUR WEEKEND OF FUN

60/70 "Clay Court" Invitational
NEW 70's Team Division! 
Registration is OPEN
Event will be held on May 15 - 17, 2020 in Louisville.
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP

Deadline extended to apply for the Southern Tennis Foundation College Scholarship.
CONGRATS TO LEXINGTON TRI-LEVEL WINNERS

Tri-Level League weekend was held Feb. 27 - March 1.  Congrats to the winning teams who will compete at the State Championship.

40 AND OVER SOCIAL LEAGUE

Louisville Leagues starting in April!
Don't see this offered in your area?  We'll help you get started. 


HENDERSON TENNIS LEAGUES

Henderson Tennis Leagues begin in April. 
Sunday evenings: Singles match play
Monday evenings: 3.5/4.0 18+ Ladies
Tuesday evenings: 3.5/4.0 18+ Men and 2.5/3.0 18+ Ladies
Wednesday evenings: 3.5 55+ Men
Thursday evenings: 3.5 18+ Ladies
Saturday mornings: 3.5 55+ Ladies
TBA: 4.0 55+ Men
Contact  Melanie Humbert for more information. 
TENNIS APPRENTICE

Tennis Apprentice Adult Beginner Lessons.   Sessions starting in Louisville  REGISTER NOW  
Contact Kathy Klein to bring Tennis Apprentice to your area.


2021 JR. TOURNAMENT CHANGES

USTA National has released plans for the upcoming changes to the junior tournament structure.  These changes are significant so parents are highly encouraged to read the following link. READ MORE
Please contact Bryan Hash for more information.


Find all links to sanctioned junior tournaments in Kentucky  

**Swing Into Spring Junior Champs. (Southern Level 5, 10U Green)
March 21-22nd, Louisville
Registration Deadline: March 18th  
REGISTER HERE

**LIRC Easter Bowl 
(Southern Level 5, 10U Orange)
April 10-12th, Louisville
Registration Deadline: April 8th
REGISTER HERE

**Georgetown Spring Junior Classic 
(Southern Level 5, YTP Orange)
April 24-26th, Georgetown
Registration Deadline: April 20th
REGISTER HERE

**Leon Zegart Junior Championships 
(Southern Level 5, 10U Orange)
April 24-26th, Louisville
Registration Deadline: April 22nd
REGISTER HERE


Contact  Bryan Hash or  READ MORE
MORE WAYS TO SUPPORT RAISE A RACQUET

RAR is registered as an 
Amazon Smile and 
Please select Raise a Racquet as your charity of choice when you shop or click link now!
10 & UNDER JOIN FOR FREE

Share your love for tennis with the next generation.  First year free for 10 and under!  READ MORE






REGISTER YOUR KROGER CARD
 
Select Raise a Racquet as your charity of choice!  Help to share tennis with others just by grocery shopping!   READ MORE   
JUNIOR TOURNAMENT CENTRAL

We have a page that is always on the USTAKY homepage to highlight recent top results in junior tournaments. It is a great way to celebrate the accomplishments of KY juniors. READ MORE

NET GENERATION
 
Working together to create our next generation of tennis greats!  

E-NEWS!

Do you have Community Tennis News you would like to share? If so, please email Kim Lonnemann with the information no later than the first day of each month.
E-News is sent mid month.
PLAY IT FORWARD GRANT

Over $1.2 million has been made available for programs and tournaments focused on innovative ideas & growth based programming.  READ MORE  or email  Stacey Croley .

BUILD IT FORWARD GRANT

USTA Southern has opened registration for grant applications for the Build It Forward initiative. $500K has been made available to build or reconstruct tennis courts. There is no deadline, as funds will be available until exhausted. 
READ MORE or email John Callen

YOUR LOCAL LEAGUE COORDINATORS

Looking for additional league playing opportunity?  How about getting a family member or friend involved in tennis?  READ MORE
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