The tennis industry has come together as Tennis Industry United to help drive the growth of this sport. Tennis Industry United has developed educational, downloadable, and customizable resources and information—including this biweekly newsletter—to help our local tennis advocates promote the benefits of tennis, attract new players and re-engage past players, and help drive greater diversity and inclusion in tennis participation. Together, for tennis.
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USTA Partners with President’s Council on Sports, Fitness |
The USTA, alongside Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff and special guests from the White House, announced that the USTA is the first National Governing Body to partner with the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition. |
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Tennis’s Growth in Diverse Communities, and More |
The ABC affiliate in Boston spoke with USTA New England Executive Director Lindsey Keeler recently about the growth of tennis participation in diverse communities, as well as the health and wellness benefits of tennis. |
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Tennis and Women’s History Month |
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Hall of Famers Discuss Early Years of Women’s Pro Tennis |
Two members of the Original 9, Rosie Casals and Judy Tegart Dalton, along with fellow Hall of Famer Ann Jones, discuss the early years of professional women's tennis in the latest episode of The TennisWorthy Podcast. |
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Get Involved this National Tennis Month |
Get ready to serve up tennis fun in May, with National Tennis Month! The USTA has updated tools and resources at www.usta.com/ntm to help promote this sport, including a new “Host an Event” feature. |
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Gauff Unveils Refurbished Courts for US Open Legacy Initiative
Coco Gauff’s 2023 US Open triumph is directly impacting tennis facilities, as part of the new US Open Legacy Initiative to reinvigorate courts at parks, schools, and other public facilities. The first project was recently unveiled in Delray Beach.
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Vania King Headlines AAPI Talks in San Diego, Indian Wells
The Asian American Pacific Islander Tennis Association held the first-ever AAPI panels at the San Diego Open and BNP Paribas Open. In IW, Grand Slam champ Vania King was joined by former WTA players Peanut Harper, Danielle Lao and Prim Siripipat on a panel moderated by award-winning journalist Michelle Yu.
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USTA New Hampshire Launches State Tennis Hall of Fame
USTA NH is launching the state Tennis Hall of Fame to preserve and promote the unique tennis history of New Hampshire, honoring exceptional players, volunteers, and other contributors. Nominations are open for the inaugural class.
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Ramona Husaru Named USPTA Chief Development Officer |
Ramona Husaru is the USPTA’s new chief development officer, from her prior position as director of education and certification. She’ll lead the organization’s learning development, growth initiatives, and strategic partnerships for all racquet sports. |
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USTA NE Hosts Provider Appreciation Month in April |
For the 11th straight year, USTA New England is celebrating Provider Appreciation Month in April, including a free Tennis Party on April 26 in Hanover, MA for anyone who works or volunteers in tennis. |
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Adaptive/Wheelchair Tennis |
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Register Your Adaptive Programs with the USTA |
Adaptive Tennis program leaders should update/register their programs with the USTA to help increase visibility for their programs, have access to resources and support, connect with other adaptive programs, and more. |
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NE to Develop Junior Wheelchair Tennis Initiative |
The South Coast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation and USTA New England are developing the Junior Wheelchair Tennis Initiative to grow the sport of wheelchair tennis among juniors in the New England region. Find out more at a virtual call April 3 at 3 p.m. ET |
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Apply Now for 2024 USTA Outstanding Facility Awards |
Do you know an outstanding tennis facility in your area? Do you work at or manage a facility that you feel deserves national recognition? Apply now for the 42nd annual USTA Outstanding Facility Awards program. |
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ITA David A Benjamin Achievement Award Nominations |
Nominations are now open for the ITA David A Benjamin Achievement Award, which pays tribute to past participants in the world of varsity tennis who have achieved excellence in their chosen career paths. |
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World Tennis Conference 4 Scheduled for March 28-31 |
The World Tennis Conference 4, co-organized by the Global Professional Tennis Coach Association and Segal Institute, will be March 28-31, 2024 and feature at least 70 speakers. CoachTube is providing the online educational platform for the conference. |
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TOC National Championship Set for April 4-6 in Rome, GA |
The 2024 USTA Tennis on Campus National Championship will be April 4-6 at the Rome Tennis Center at Berry College in Rome, GA. |
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National Campus to Host U.S. BJK Cup Qualifier vs. Belgium |
The USTA National Campus in Orlando, FL will host the Billie Jean King Cup Qualifier between the U.S. and Belgium April 12-13. |
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2024 ATA Nationals to be in Orlando, July 22-28 |
The American Tennis Association will hold this year’s ATA Nationals at the USTA National Campus in Orlando, FL, July 22-28. Stay tuned for more information. |
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ITA Coaches Convention Set for Nov. 15-17 in Dallas |
The Intercollegiate Tennis Association’s 2024 ITA Coaches Convention will be Nov. 15-17 in Dallas, at the Styslinger/Altec Tennis Complex on the SMU campus. |
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Climbing the Ladder to Success in Tennis |
Looking for a job in tennis? Or are you an employer looking to hire? Check out Careers in Tennis, where you can search for jobs for free or post job or internship openings. |
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Keep Up on Tennis Channel Programming |
Can’t get enough tennis? With live events, taped classics, and signature programming, check out what’s on Tennis Channel this week. |
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