2025 Winter News

Supporting organizations and programs that enhance the lives of people through tennis and education in North Carolina

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The NC Tennis Hall of Fame Class of 2025

"A Night to Remember"

On Saturday, February 1st, the NC Tennis Foundation proudly inducted Donald Clark, Don Flow, Janet Moseley, and Ashley Rhoney (left to right) for their incredible achievements, into the prestigious NC Tennis Hall of Fame in Pinehurst. This momentous occasion not only honors their exceptional contributions to NC tennis but also reflects the NC Tennis Foundation's commitment to recognize those who have passionately nurtured a love for tennis and who have brought recognition to themselves and to our State. Their dedication showcases the spirit of tennis in North Carolina and reminds us of the joy and camaraderie that tennis brings to those who embrace it. Learn more about all the NC Tennis Hall of Fame members HERE.

United Tennis Organization

2024 National Junior Tennis & Learning Chapter of the Year

Join us in celebrating the United Tennis Organization's remarkable achievements, along with those of North Carolina's additional15 NJTL Chapters, who are developing and strengthening youth, families, and communities in the name of tennis and education! To locate an NC NJTL Chapter near you, clck HERE.

The NC Tennis Foundation NJTL Committee was delighted to honor the United Tennis Organization (UTO) of Gastonia with the 2024 NJTL Chapter of the Year Award during the Hall of Fame dinner! This accolade was presented to Belén Gómez-Jordana, Executive Director, and her sister, Marta Gómez-Jordana, Director.

UTO's dedication to transforming lives through tennis and education truly exemplifies the spirit of community engagement, as they offer accessible and affordable programs to youth in Gaston County and beyond. UTO's success is deeply rooted in their philosophy of uniting families to learn and play tennis together, cultivating a vibrant community atmosphere that benefits everyone involved, and creating community partnerships with organizations such as Abilities Tennis of NC and the Gastonia Police Department to use tennis and education as vehicles to enrich lives.

Learn more about United Tennis Organization

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Congratulations

Junius "Junie" Chatman!

Celebrating A North Carolina Treasure - Junius "Junie" Chatman

Junius Chatman, Director of Tennis, City of High Point, NC continues to break barriers and achieve success with the announcement this week of his selection to be inducted into the 2025 Black Tennis Hall of Fame! Congratulations to all those selected for induction.

Junius Chatman Class of 2025 Inductees

Congratulations to the Wheel Serve of NC 2025 Polar Doubles Up/Down Winners! The February 15th Tournament held at Cary Tennis Park had 5 divisions and these teams came out victorious!

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Winners:

A Division - Nick Burnham/Mary Kay Wheel Serve of NC

B Division Blue - Kenny Heuchert/Helen Leonard

B Division Red - Sarah Benzing/Mason Womack

C Division Blue - George Sutphen/ Robyn Merk

C Division Red - Ben Elliott/Allen Foiles

C Division Green - Mel Bussard/Megan Atterbury

D Division - Alexandra Cariboni/Diane Rode

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Shoutout to everyone who came out to play or support the event. It’s ALWAYS a great time when there is friendly competition!