Associations

August 19, 2010

USTWA Announces Book Contest Winners

In its first book contest, the United States Tennis Writers’ Association awarded First Prize to OPEN: An Autobiography. The USTWA Book Contest recognizes and honors the best tennis books published in 2009. OPEN was written by charismatic Andre Agassi, winner... (Full story …)

July 15, 2010

New CTA Energized by Block Party

The Fergus Falls Tennis Association in Minnesota is one of the youngest CTAs in the USTA Northern section. Started just over a year ago, this small-town association decided to energize its efforts with a block party on May 27th. More... (Full story …)

July 2, 2010

7 To Join Tennis Hall of Fame July 10

Newport, RI — The International Tennis Hall of Fame will present the highest honor available in tennis to seven legends of the game on Saturday, July 10 at 12:30 p.m. The Induction Ceremony will take place on the historic grass... (Full story …)

July 1, 2010

Tennis Channel to Show US Open Playoffs

White Plains, NY - The USTA and Tennis Channel announced that the network will present live broadcasts of the finals of the 2010 US Open National Playoffs - Men’s and Women’s Championships. The men’s and women’s winners of the US... (Full story …)

June 30, 2010

4 Juniors Win Novo Nordisk Scholarships

New York, NY - Kelsey Aho, 18, of Marietta, Ga., and Melanie Nolt, 19, of Manheim, Pa., have been named the 2010 Novo Nordisk Donnelly Award national recipients. Aho and Nolt, who are both tennis standouts with Type I Diabetes,... (Full story …)

USPTA 'Footwork' Show to Air on Tennis Channel

“On Court with USPTA” is the cable TV show produced by the USPTA. In the episode “Footwork Solutions Part 1 - Baseline side to side,” USPTA Master Professional Lorenzo Beltrame demonstrates the importance of developing good footwork to be a... (Full story …)

Suiter Named USTA Southern TSR for Georgia

Atlanta, GA - USTA Southern has announced that Mark Suiter has been hired this month as a tennis service representative (TSR) for Georgia. Suiter has enjoyed a 36-year professional teaching career. He served most recently as the tennis director at... (Full story …)

June 29, 2010

San Diego is Site for Fed Cup Final vs. Italy

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — The USTA announced today that the city of San Diego and the San Diego Sports Arena have been selected to host the 2010 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Final between the United States and Italy, November... (Full story …)

June 28, 2010

USPTA Warns About Job-Offer Scams

The USPTA recently emailed a letter to all members warning against bogus job offers in which applicants sent money to foreign addresses in hopes of securing a job as a tennis pro. The letter is reproduced here: Dear member, A... (Full story …)

USTA Awards Grants to 26 Organizations

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — USTA Serves, the philanthropic and charitable entity of the United States Tennis Association, announced today that it has awarded 26 grants in its 2010 spring funding cycle, totaling $301,000. The bi-annual granting process, a national initiative... (Full story …)

iTUSA Signs Deal with Spanish Tennis Federation

SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch is proud to announce that its tennis partner, iTUSA, International Tennis USA, headquartered at the resort, has just signed an agreement with the Royal Spanish Tennis Federation and... (Full story …)

June 17, 2010

USTA Funding Permanent QuickStart Courts

The U.S. Tennis Association is offering funding assistance to tennis facilities and organizations looking to paint permanent lines for 36- and 60-foot QuickStart Tennis courts, designed for children 10 and under. The funding assistance—50% of the cost of the lines—is... (Full story …)

ASBA to Offer Technical Meeting

Exhibit hall opportunities available to industry members in Ponte Vedra Beach (Full story …)

June 16, 2010

'Jigsaw Puzzle Theory' premieres on Tennis Channel

Show will air on June 20 at 1 p.m. Eastern time (Full story …)

June 4, 2010

USTA Conference Celebrates its 40th Year

The USTA’s 40th Tennis Teachers Conference will be held in New York City from Aug. 28 to 31. Conference events will be held at the Grand Hyatt New York and the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Headlining the... (Full story …)

June 3, 2010

U.S. Draws Belgium in Fed Cup 1st Round

USTA Will Announce Site of 2010 Fed Cup Final vs. Italy in Two Weeks (Full story …)

May 10, 2010

PTR Offers Members Another New Benefit

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announced that its members will receive a new benefit with membership. PTR members can be among the first to read each issue of Racquet Sports Industry (RSI) magazine, which is published... (Full story …)

May 6, 2010

USPTA's Gill Recognized

Vice president receives Distinguished Club Award for Ibis Golf & Country Club. (Full story …)

May 5, 2010

USTA Celebrates Tennis Moms

National Tennis Month in May. TennisMonth.com Features Daily “Mom Spotlight” and “Tennis Celebrates Moms Sweepstakes” awarding US Open trip as Grand Prize Chris Evert, 18-Time Grand Slam Champion and Mother of Three, is National Spokesperson USTA Serving Up More than 145 “Tennis Block Parties” Across the United States (Full story …)

April 28, 2010

PTR contributes to Special Olympics

Hilton Head Island, SC — PTR Foundation, the charitable arm of Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), distributed more than $2,300 in new tennis equipment, as well as hundreds of gently used tennis racquets to in-need programs that participated in the 2010... (Full story …)

April 22, 2010

USTA to Conduct Player Development Camp

Six Young Americans to Attend Camp in Birmingham, Ala., April 21-25, in Conjunction With Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Semifinal. (Full story …)

April 19, 2010

PTR to Debut Spring TennisFest in March 2011

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announced that starting in March 2011, it will host an annual event for college tennis teams on Spring Break. Bringing college tennis teams to Hilton Head Island was the brainchild of... (Full story …)

April 15, 2010

USTA Names Coaches for Summer Teams

Oklahoma State’s Jamea Jackson and Notre Dame’s Julia Scaringe to lead women’s team; Baylor’s Chris Brandi and Alabama’s Bo Hodge to coach the men (Full story …)

USTA Player Development boosts Staff

Lee Hurst Hired As USTA National Coach for USTA Training Center-East; Bret Waltz and Ryan Curtis Named Strength and Conditioning Specialists (Full story …)

April 9, 2010

PTR Expands Member Benefits

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) has expanded its member benefits to include Tennis World Magazine. Tennis World is now available online free to PTR members. The visually exciting 88 page publication is packed with articles about the... (Full story …)

April 8, 2010

Carillo Named President of USTA Serves

Noted Tennis Personality and Emmy Award-Winning Sportscaster. (Full story …)

PTR Signs Two Corporate Members

*Hilton Head Island, SC - - *Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announced that Racquet Network and Russell Tennis Academy have signed on as Corporate Members. Racquet Network is a worldwide network of racquet sports players and coaches based in Calgary, Canada.... (Full story …)

April 7, 2010

Darling Tennis Center now USTA Certified

Las Vegas Facility Becomes 11th USTA Certified Regional Training Center, Expanding USTA Player Development’s Programming Throughout the Country. (Full story …)

April 5, 2010

ITA Announces USPTA Partnership

University Membership Program. (Full story …)

March 31, 2010

WTT Accepting Applications for Scholarships

$15,000 in Donnelly Award scholarships to be awarded by Novo Nordisk to young tennis players with diabetes (Full story …)

Tennis Across America Still Encouraging People

National program is in its 21st year of getting people to participate in tennis, get fit, and have fun. (Full story …)

March 29, 2010

Tennis Participation Jumps 43% in nine years

Ranks Among Fastest Growing Traditional Sports from 2000 through 2009, According To Physical Activity Council Study (Full story …)

March 24, 2010

USTA Names Recipients of Annual Awards

Recipients Honored at the USTA Annual Meeting March 19-22, 2010 in Dallas, Texas (Full story …)

March 23, 2010

AAHPERD Hires Dr. E. Paul Roetert as CEO

Reston, VA, March 23, 2010: The American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) is pleased to announce that E. Paul Roetert was named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for AAHPERD beginning September 1, 2010. Dr. Roetert comes to... (Full story …)

ITHF Calls for Nominations for 2011 Ballot

Nominations may be submitted online at tennisfame.com. (Full story …)

USTA Joins Forces with Tennis Skillastics®

Partnership to Comprise Newest Addition to USTA’s Youth Tennis Initiative (Full story …)

March 16, 2010

ASBA Announces New Certified Builders

Individuals certified in tennis courts, running tracks, sports fields (Full story …)

March 15, 2010

Pro Registry and TLTCA join forces

The Pro Registry and the TLTCA have joined forces to establish one united group of coaches. We will go by the name of PTCA, Professional Tennis Coaches Association, and we have opened a webpage that has our new logo and... (Full story …)

March 10, 2010

USPTA Redesigns Tennis-Health.com

The United States Professional Tennis Association’s announcement of the redesign of tennis-health.com shows its continued commitment to communicate the tremendous health benefits of tennis and that tennis is fun, easy, exercise for people of all skill, age and fitness levels.... (Full story …)

February 26, 2010

USPTA Accepting Nominations for Annual Awards

Recipients to be honored during USPTA World Conference in September (Full story …)

February 16, 2010

USTA Selects Site of 2010 Fed Cup Semifinal

United States Will Attempt to beat Russia to Reach Second Straight Fed Cup Final. Semifinal To Be Played At Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex Arena, April 24-25. (Full story …)

February 12, 2010

USPTA Pro to Intro Tennis to National City Kids

Angel Lopez Heads Effort by San Diego Hispanic Tennis Professionals. (Full story …)

January 25, 2010

USTA Training Center-East Begins Programming

Eagle Fustar Tennis Will Serve as Certified Regional Training Center for USTA NorCal. New USTA Certified Regional Training Centers will Expand. USTA Player Development’s Programming Throughout the Country (Full story …)

January 19, 2010

World TeamTennis to Make Australian Open Debut

New York, N.Y. — World TeamTennis will make its Australian debut in the second week of Australian Open 2010. The American-based concept co-founded by tennis legend Billie Jean King in the 1970s has been thrilling United States tennis crowds for... (Full story …)

January 11, 2010

USPTA Enhances Member Benefits

On-line Technology Tools now all listed in one convenient map. (Full story …)

January 6, 2010

ASBA Honors Founders with Industry Merit Award

*Ellicott City, MD - *The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for builders and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, has announced the winners of its highest honor, the Industry Merit Award. This year, the award was presented... (Full story …)

December 9, 2009

ASBA Honors Distinguished Sports Facilities

*Ellicott City, MD - *The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for builders and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, has announced the winners of its annual awards. Awards are presented each year to facilities built by ASBA... (Full story …)

December 4, 2009

Player Development Conference coming to Florida

USPTA Competitive Player Development Conference to take place in Naples, Fla., in December (Full story …)

November 17, 2009

ASBA Elects New Officers and Directors

Ellicott City, MD — The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for builders and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, has announced the election of its officers and directors for the coming year. The new slate will take... (Full story …)

U.S. Tennis Participation Tops 30 Million People

First Time in More Than 25 Years. 2009 USTA/Tennis Industry Association (TIA) Study Shows Growth In All Age Groups and Ethnicities. Participation up 12% vs. 2008 and 25% since 2003 (Full story …)

November 9, 2009

USTA Player Development Launches Training Center-East

At Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York. (Full story …)

September 28, 2009

ASBA to Offer Technical Meeting in Savannah

Field Builder Certification exam to be offered for first time (Full story …)

September 24, 2009

Cutler Receives Top Education Credit Earner Honors

During its annual awards breakfast at the USPTA World Conference on Tennis held Sept. 21-26 at the Marco Island Marriott Resort, Golf Club and Spa on Marco Island, Fla., the United States Professional Tennis Association recognized those members who make... (Full story …)

U.S. Names Junior Davis Cup Team to Defend Title

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — The USTA announced today that Bjorn Fratangelo (Pittsburgh), Marcos Giron (Thousand Oaks, Calif.) and Hunter Harrington (Spartanburg, S.C.) will represent the United States in the Junior Davis Cup Finals, Sept. 29 - Oct. 4 in San... (Full story …)

USPTA Recognizes Tennis Standouts

The United States Professional Tennis Association honored outstanding tennis coaches, players, managers and volunteers during its annual national awards ceremony at the USPTA World Conference on Tennis on September 24. USPTA, the world’s oldest and largest association of tennis-teaching professionals,... (Full story …)

September 22, 2009

USTA Names ITC as a Certified RTC

ITC Joins Three Chicago Academies to Comprise Midwest RTC Network. New USTA Certified Regional Training Centers will Expand USTA Player Development’s Programming Throughout the Country (Full story …)

USPTA Announces New Board of Directors

The United States Professional Tennis Association installed its new national board of directors that will serve the association until September 2011. Officers include a new president, vice presidents and secretary-treasurer. The new board took office during the USPTA World Conference... (Full story …)

September 17, 2009

SFC and NSSA Reach out to the Sports Press

SFC and NSSA connect with thousands of sports media professionals across all platforms TV, online, bloggers, print media, radio, photographers and more. (Full story …)

September 11, 2009

Top coaches to form association

A group of ATP World Tour and WTA Tour coaches is launching a new organization to help support fellow coaches and tour trainers by offering them a full range of benefits and services, including access to various forms of insurance,... (Full story …)

September 4, 2009

Cox Continues Babolat Relationship

Boulder, Colorado — Babolat, leading manufacturer of tennis racquets, is proud to announce that 17-year-old rising tennis star Jordan Cox has chosen to continue his relationship with Babolat. Cox, who will soon begin his career on the professional tour, has... (Full story …)

WTT Names Mountford as Senior VP

New York, N.Y. — World TeamTennis has named tennis industry veteran Bill Mountford as senior vice president. Mountford, who will be based in WTT’s New York City headquarters, will oversee staff in several key areas of operations including marketing, communications,... (Full story …)

August 21, 2009

PTR Offers adidas with New Rocky Mountain Sports Sponsorship

*Hilton Head Island, SC - - *Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) has signed an agreement with Rocky Mountain Sports, making RMS and its adidas line, the official apparel and shoes of PTR. PTR members will be able to purchase adidas clothing... (Full story …)

August 10, 2009

USTA Names John Newcombe Tennis Ranch as a Certified Training Center

Joins Austin Tennis Academy to Comprise Texas RTC Network; Additional Site to be Added. New USTA Certified Regional Training Centers will Expand USTA Player Development’s Programming Throughout the Country. (Full story …)

ITHF Honors Brown-Grimes and Reese

NEWPORT, RI — International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum Chairman Christopher E. Clouser has announced that Jane Brown-Grimes and John Reese are the 2009 recipients of the prestigious Chairman’s Award. The Chairman’s Award recognizes outstanding service by a Hall... (Full story …)

USPTA Member Montenegro Celebrates 100th Birthday

Walter Montenegro, the oldest current member of the United States Professional Tennis Association, turns 100 on August 25. Montenegro, who is a Professional 1 member, joined the association in 1940 when it was called the Professional Lawn Tennis Association, giving... (Full story …)

July 30, 2009

Top Tennis Speakers Headline USPTA’s World Conference

September event features 45 seminars and courses (Full story …)

July 23, 2009

Advanta WTT Pro League Announces Fines for Sportimes and Kastles

*New York, N.Y. (July 23, 2009) — *The Advanta World TeamTennis Pro League has announced additional reprimands for the on-court incidents involving members of the Washington Kastles and the New York Sportimes during a match on July 16 in Washington,... (Full story …)

July 16, 2009

USTA Announces Finalists in Search to Name America's 'Best Tennis Town'

Voting opens today for the 2009 “Best Tennis Town” title and Grand Prize of $100,000; Winners to be announced at the 2009 US Open (Full story …)

July 2, 2009

PTR Schedules Professional Development Weekend

*Hilton Head Island, SC - - *Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will hold its Professional Development Weekend, September 17-20, 2009. PTR Headquarters on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, is the site of the annual event. This year’s line up is better... (Full story …)

June 30, 2009

USTA Launches New Olympus US Open Series Website

OlympusUSOpenSeries.com to Serve as Umbrella Network for Individual Tournament Sites; USTA to Manage Five Tournament Websites The Newly Designed Website Includes Enhanced Capabilities, Increased Social Integration (Full story …)

June 15, 2009

USTA Launches 'The Big Serve' Advocacy Website

Website Part of Larger Advocacy Strategy. Tennis Legend Billie Jean King Presents “How To” Video on Utilizing the Website and Encourages People to Become Tennis Advocates in Their Communities. (Full story …)

June 11, 2009

USTA Establishes Alliance with 100 Black Men of America, Inc.

250 Students from 100 Black Men of America Mentoring Program Will Attend Tennis Clinic at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center The Honorable David Dinkins, 106th Mayor of New York City and USTA Board Member, Will Address Students (Full story …)

June 8, 2009

PTR Joins Forces with TennisLMS

*Hilton Head Island, SC - - *Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and TennisLMS Corporation, a revolutionary new company with a platform for tracking players’ development and performances, have signed a two year agreement. PTR members will receive exclusive discounted pricing for... (Full story …)

June 4, 2009

'On Court with USPTA' receives Award of Distinction

Award-winning episode is show’s first in HD (Full story …)

June 2, 2009

USPTA Receives Award of Distinction for Feature Article

The United States Professional Tennis Association received an award of distinction in the 2009 Communicator Awards competition. The winning entry was a feature article published in the August 2008 issue of ADDvantage magazine titled “Racquet-wielding mayor takes swing at obesity.”... (Full story …)

June 1, 2009

Tencap Signs as PTR Corporate Member

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announced that Tencap has signed on as a Corporate Member. Tencap provides tennis clubs web based technologies that are integrated into a club’s website, and offers PTR members 15% off set... (Full story …)

May 29, 2009

ITA Announces 2009 All-America Teams for NCAA Division I Tennis

Campbell/ITA final Singles & Doubles College Tennis Rankings released (Full story …)

May 27, 2009

Rally for the Cure and USPTA Partner to Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer

HOUSTON — Rally for the Cure and the United States Professional Tennis Association have joined forces to raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer through tennis and the USPTA’s Lessons for Life program. The alliance also fits naturally under... (Full story …)

May 22, 2009

PTR Inaugural Club Conference A Resounding Success

Hilton Head Island, SC - - Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) hosted its inaugural Tennis Club and Facilities Conference last week on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Feedback from the 62 attendees has shown the event was a “very worthwhile” experience.... (Full story …)

May 21, 2009

Georgia Chapters of CMAA and USPTA Hold Joint Meeting

The Georgia Chapter of the Club Managers Association of America invited the Georgia State Chapter of the United States Professional Tennis Association Southern Division to a joint meeting on May 18 at the Dunwoody Country Club in Dunwoody, Ga. More... (Full story …)

May 12, 2009

Top 100 Tennis Resorts and Camps

Tennis Resorts Online has just published its annual rankings of the Top 100 Tennis Resorts and Camps. Kiawah Island Golf Resort on Kiawah Island in South Carolina returns to the top position among resorts, edging out last year’s No. 1... (Full story …)

April 23, 2009

USTA Chief Medical Officer to Serve on Advisory Council

The United States Professional Tennis Association announced that United States Tennis Association’s Chief Medical Officer, Brian Hainline, M.D., will join an already impressive group as part of the Tennis — for the health of it! advisory council for 2009-2010. In... (Full story …)

Rodney Street Tennis and Tutoring Association Names Brown-Grimes as New Chair

Wilmington, DE — Jane Brown-Grimes was appointed Chairman of the Rodney Street Tennis & Tutoring Association in Wilmington, DE; a USTA NJTL Chapter providing innovative tennis and educational enrichment programs to inner-city youth. Having just finished her 2-year term as... (Full story …)

April 20, 2009

USPTA announces Tennis - for the health of it! advisory council for 2009-2010

The United States Professional Tennis Association named the members of the Tennis — for the health of it! advisory council for 2009-2010. The mission of the council is to ensure that all components of Tennis — for the health of... (Full story …)

March 12, 2009

Del Potro Extends Longer-Term Contract With Wilson

[CHICAGO] — Juan Martin Del Potro has signed a new long term agreement with Wilson Racquet Sports. 2008 was a defining year for Del Potro, with his meteoric rise from top 40 to top 10. He achieved this feat with... (Full story …)

March 5, 2009

USTA Serves Selects West Side Story For Annual Theater Fundraiser

Event Expected to Raise Over $60,000 (Full story …)

March 4, 2009

USPTA Professionals Raise $4 Million for Charity

The United States Professional Tennis Association teaching professionals once again demonstrated that giving to charity is a priority by raising $4 million in 2008 through the association’s Lessons for LifeTM program. “Our members continue to show their commitment to giving... (Full story …)

February 23, 2009

More than 750 Facilities Around the Country Now Set to Participate as USTA Celebrates 'Tennis Night in America' on Monday, March 2

Parents and kids across the country will help kick off 2009 youth tennis season as part of first-ever National Youth Registration Night initiative Live viewing parties of inaugural “BNP Paribas Showdown for the Billie Jean King Cup” from New York City will highlight team and program registration in all 50 states (Full story …)

Fernando Velasco Named PTR Male Player of the Year

*Hilton Head Island, SC — * Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) presented its annual awards this week during the 2009 PTR International Tennis Symposium. The event, which includes 60-plus on court and classroom presentations, a tennis trade show and $25,000 Championships,... (Full story …)

February 19, 2009

USTA Celebrates 'Tennis Night in America'

Parents and kids across the country will help kick off the 2009 youth tennis season as part of first-ever National Youth Registration Night initiative Live viewing parties of inaugural “BNP Paribas Showdown for the Billie Jean King Cup” from New York City will highlight team and program registration in all 50 states (Full story …)

February 18, 2009

PTR Presents Annual Awards

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) presented its annual awards this week during the 2009 PTR International Tennis Symposium. The event, which includes 60-plus on court and classroom presentations, a tennis trade show and $25,000 Championships is... (Full story …)

Two USPTA Members Honored by USOC

The United States Olympic Committee honored USPTA members Anne Smith, Ph.D., and Rita Gladstone as part of its Coaching Recognition Program. Smith of Dallas, was honored with the “Doc” Counsilman Science Award for tennis for her contributions in the area... (Full story …)

PTR to Host Inaugural Tennis Club and Facilities Conference

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will host its inaugural Tennis Club and Facilities Conference May 13-15, 2009 at PTR Headquarters on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The three day event has been designed specifically for tennis... (Full story …)

USTA Florida Announces New Partnership

Tennis Life Magazine Becomes New Official Section Publication (Full story …)

February 10, 2009

USTA Player Development Hires Former Top 100 Player Hugo Armando as USTA Coach

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — The USTA announced today that Hugo Armando been hired as a USTA Coach. In this role, Armando will facilitate coaching and training programs to assist players working with USTA Player Development. He will be based at... (Full story …)

Jarkko Nieminen Endorses Wilson Apparel and Footwear

Chicago — Jarkko Nieminen started 2009 playing “head to toe” with Wilson. In addition to his long standing racket contract with Wilson, the top 40 player debuted Wilson’s new apparel & footwear on this year’s pro tour. Since joining the... (Full story …)

February 3, 2009

USPTA Texas Division Southwest Tennis Buying Show to be held in Dallas/Fort Worth area

More than 125 buyers are expected. (Full story …)

USTA Serves Awards Over $1 Million in Grants in 2008

“Aces for Kids” Year-End Grants Awarded to 39 Organizations (Full story …)

January 29, 2009

USPTA announces Tennis - for the health of it! advisory council

The United States Professional Tennis Association today announced the formation of the Tennis — for the health of it! advisory council. The mission of the council is to ensure that all components of Tennis — for the health of it!... (Full story …)

January 20, 2009

USTA Invests in World Teamtennis

New Relationship Provides Promotional Platform for USTA’s Jr. Team Tennis Initiative through Advanta WTT Pro League Advanta WTT Pro League Champions and Award Winners to be Recognized at US Open (Full story …)

January 15, 2009

Wilson Racket Sports Signs Anna Chakvetadze to Long Term Agreement

Chicago - Wilson Racquet Sports announced that they have signed a long term agreement with Anna Chakvetadze. The 21 year old ended 2008 with a WTA Tour ranking of 18, which was her third Top 20 year in a row.... (Full story …)

January 14, 2009

Bob Bigelow to Kick Off PTR Symposium

*Hilton Head Island, SC — *Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announced today that one of the country’s foremost speakers on coaching youth sports, Bob Bigelow, will kick off its International Tennis Symposium. The event will be held February 15-19, 2009, on... (Full story …)

January 13, 2009

ATP Appoints Adam Helfant as New Executive Chairman and President

London, UK - The ATP, governing body of the men’s professional tennis circuit, today announces the appointment of Adam Helfant as ATP Executive Chairman and President. Mr Helfant, 44, will begin his role with the ATP immediately and will be... (Full story …)

January 12, 2009

Ferris State University Announces Director of PTM Program and Racquet Facility Manager

Ferris State University is pleased to announce the appointment of Derek Ameel as the Director of the Professional Tennis Management (PTM) program and Manager of the FSU Racquet & Fitness Center. Ameel comes to Ferris State from Bainbridge, Georgia where... (Full story …)

January 8, 2009

HEAD Signs Squash World No. 1 Karim Darwish

Austria — Kennelbach — HEAD proudly presents the endorsement of the Egyptian squash pro and World No.1 Karim Darwish. The partnership became effective on January 1st 2009. “We are glad to have the World’s No.1 player on tour as part... (Full story …)

January 6, 2009

Lucy S. Garvin to Serve as USTA Chairman of the Board and President

Greenville, S.C. Resident Takes Office Through 2010 (Full story …)

HEAD Signs World No. 3 Novak Djokovic

Kennelbach - Austria - January 2009 - HEAD announced that the company has signed a long term agreement with tennis superstar Novak Djokovic of Serbia, who currently ranks third in the South African Airways ATP ranking. Djokovic will make his... (Full story …)

December 31, 2008

Racquet Sports Industry Magazine Names 2008 'Champions of Tennis'

*DEC. 31, 2008 - *Dave Haggerty, the chief executive officer of Head USA and president of Penn Racquet Sports, has been named “Person of the Year” by Racquet Sports Industry magazine in the publication’s January 2009 issue. Haggerty led off... (Full story …)

December 17, 2008

ATP Unveils 2009 Feel It Advertising Campaign

London, UK. - The ATP, governing body of the men’s professional tennis circuit, today unveiled the latest evolution of its advertising campaign - FEEL IT. Now in its second year, the multimillion dollar campaign, will again feature ATP World Tour... (Full story …)

December 16, 2008

USTA to Host Playoff Tournament to Determine 2009 Australian Open Main Draw Wild Card Recipients This Week

The USTA is hosting a playoff this week to award a men’s and a women’s singles main draw wild card to the 2009 Australian Open. The women’s wild card tournament began yesterday at the USTA Training Center in Boca Raton,... (Full story …)

PTR to Offer High School Coaches Tract

Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) is offering a High School Coaches Tract over President’s Weekend, February 14-16, 2009, during its International Tennis Symposium & $25,000 Championships. The annual event will be held at PTR Headquarters on... (Full story …)

December 11, 2008

USTA Player Development Names First Two USTA Certified Regional Training Centers

New USTA Certified Regional Training Centers will Expand USTA Player Development’s Programming Throughout the Country The Junior Tennis Champions Center in Washington, D.C. and The Racquet Club of the South in Atlanta Selected as First Sites for Program (Full story …)

USPTA Announces 2009 Certification Exams

The United States Professional Tennis Association, the world’s leader in tennis-teaching certification, provides tennis-teaching professionals with the opportunity to earn the sport’s most respected certification by participating in one of more than 110 USPTA Certification Exams scheduled nationwide in 2009... (Full story …)

November 14, 2008

USPTA Offers Members Online Practice Planner Tool Through Career Center

-- Tool allows tennis teachers to build team or lesson practices -- (Full story …)

November 11, 2008

USPTA and Elations Join Forces in Licensing Agreement

The United States Professional Tennis Association and Elations, a drink to maintain healthy joints, have entered into a licensing agreement incorporating the USPTA's service mark, Tennis — for the health of it!SM Elations plans to promote Tennis — for the... (Full story …)

November 3, 2008

USPTA Competitive Player Development Conference to Take Place in Naples, Fla.

-- Conference set for early December -- (Full story …)

October 29, 2008

Peter Burwash International Presents Awards at Annual Meeting

Peter Burwash International(PBI) recently celebrated its company annual meeting at the beautiful and prestigious Bio-Hotel Stanglwirt in Tirol, Austria. Consistently rated one of the top tennis destinations in Europe, Bio-Hotel Stanglwirt sits at the base of the stunning Wilder-Kaiser mountain... (Full story …)

Brown-Grimes to be Honored by ITHF

Special Tribute To Be Held On December 11 In New York City (Full story …)

October 27, 2008

PTR International Symposium Set for February

Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will hold its annual International Tennis Symposium & $25,000 Championships, February 14-20, 2009, at PTR Headquarters on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The Symposium attracts nearly 1,000 tennis teachers and coaches... (Full story …)

October 8, 2008

USPTA Competitive Player Development Conference to Take Place in Naples, Fla.

Conference set for early December (Full story …)

September 29, 2008

Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Women Crowned National Champions at USTA League Presented by Chrysler 4.0 Adult National Championships

(Tucson, Ariz.) (September 29, 2008) - The women’s team from Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., representing the USTA Florida, captured the national title at the USTA League presented by Chrysler 4.0 Adult National Championships held at the Randolph Tennis Center in Tucson,... (Full story …)

Seattle Men Crowned National Champions at USTA League Presented by Chrysler 4.0 Adult National Championships

(Tucson, Ariz.) (September 29, 2008) - The men’s team from Seattle, representing the USTA Pacific Northwest, captured the national title at the USTA League presented by Chrysler 4.0 Adult National Championships held at the Randolph Tennis Center in Tucson, Arizona.... (Full story …)

Sacramento, California Women Crowned National Champions at USTA League Presented by Chrysler 5.0 Adult National Championships

INDIAN WELLS, CA - SEPTEMBER 28, 2008 - The women’s team from Sacramento, Calif., representing the USTA Northern California captured the national title at the USTA League presented by Chrysler 5.0 Adult National Championships held at the Indian Wells Tennis... (Full story …)

Sacramento, California Men Crowned National Champions at USTA League Presented by Chrysler 5.0 Adult National Championships

INDIAN WELLS, CA - SEPTEMBER 28, 2008 - The men’s team from Sacramento, Calif. representing the USTA Northern California, captured the national title at the USTA League presented by Chrysler 5.0 Adult National Championships held at the Indian Wells Tennis... (Full story …)

September 25, 2008

2008 USTA Outstanding Facility Award was Recently Bestowed Upon Copeland-Cox Tennis Center in Mobile, Alabama

Copeland-Cox Tennis Center in Mobile, Alabama, which became the world’s largest public hard court tennis facility (60 courts) after completion of Phase I of Global Sports & Tennis Design Group's Master Plan in June, 2007. At their 2008 International Tennis... (Full story …)

USTA Launches Tennis on Campus Website

Website To Provide College Tennis Clubs Resources To Promote and Strengthen Co-ed Team Programs (Full story …)

September 24, 2008

USPTA Member Alan Cutler Receives Top Education Credit Earner Honors

Sept. 24, 2008 -- During its annual awards breakfast at the USPTA World Conference on Tennis held Sept. 15-20 at the La Quinta Resort and Club in La Quinta, Calif., the United States Professional Tennis Association recognized those members who... (Full story …)

September 22, 2008

USPTA Recognizes Leaders in Tennis Profession

The United States Professional Tennis Association honored its top teachers, coaches, players, volunteers and managers during its annual national awards ceremony at the USPTA World Conference on Tennis on September 18. USPTA, the world’s oldest and largest association of tennis-teaching... (Full story …)

September 17, 2008

USPTA Celebrates 50th Episode of 'On Court with USPTA'

-- “Creating a Successful Doubles Team” to air Sun., Sept. 21 on the Tennis Channel -- (Full story …)

September 16, 2008

Jose Higueras Named Director of Coaching For USTA Elite Player Development

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., September 16, 2008 -- The USTA today announced that Jose Higueras has been named Director of Coaching for USTA Elite Player Development. Higueras will oversee all of the program’s men’s and women’s coaching efforts and will work... (Full story …)

PTR Offers Tennis iCoach to Members

Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announced an agreement with the International Tennis Federation (ITF) to provide PTR teachers and coaches with special pricing on Tennis iCoach. Tennis iCoach is an educational website that is already attracting... (Full story …)

September 10, 2008

2008 US Open Biggest in 40 Year History Breaking All-Time Records

All-Time Attendance Record Set at 720,000 Fans -- Reaching 99% Capacity. Overall Attendance Climbs 100,000 vs. 5 Years Ago, and 180,000 vs. 10 Years Ago. Website Traffic Hits All-Time High with Over 39 Million Visits from 200 Countries. Americans Capture Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles and Girls’ Singles Titles; Best Junior American Performance in 20 Years (Full story …)

Tennis Legends, Capturing 170 Grand Slam Titles Attend 'Legends Ball' to Benefit the International Tennis Hall of Fame on September 5 at Cipriani in New York City

More Than $170,000 Raised Through Silent and Live Auction (Full story …)

August 28, 2008

USTA Launches New and Innovative Physical Education Curriculum for Schools

Collaboration with Dr. Robert Pangrazi Provides Comprehensive and Turn-key Solution for Teachers (Full story …)

August 27, 2008

USTA Serves OPENing Night Gala

Karen Eliezer (2nd from left), Executive Director of USTA Serves - the philanthropic and charitable entity of the USTA - welcomes more than 200 guests including (far left) Patrick McEnroe, Anna Wintour (2nd from right) Gordon Smith Executive Director and... (Full story …)

USTA to Launch Wide-Ranging Green Initiatives at 2008 US Open

Billie Jean King to Serve as Campaign Spokesperson. Evian© Natural Spring Water Supporting New On-Site Recycling Program Natural Resources Defense Council Partners As Strategic Advisor On All Initiatives (Full story …)

Climb For Cancer Foundation Partners with USTA Florida Section Foundation and USTA Florida

Charitable Organizations Call on Tennis Community to Raise Money for Cancer and Tennis (Full story …)

August 21, 2008

The Legends Ball Auction to Benefit the ITHF

Hit Sessions with Agassi, Courier and Seles up for bid in the Live and Silent Auction. (Full story …)

PTR New England Professional Development Day Set

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will hold a New England Professional Development Day on October 12, 2008, at the Middlebury Racquet Club in Middlebury, Connecticut. The event is open to all PTR and USPTA teaching professionals,... (Full story …)

August 13, 2008

USTA to Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Open Era at the 2008 US Open

40 Champions in 40 Years to Be Honored in Special On-Court Ceremony. Historic Event will be Celebrated Throughout Tournament with Commemorative Book, Special Clothing Lines, Collectibles and Video Vignettes. (Full story …)

July 28, 2008

PTR Partners with Bionic Gloves

Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and Bionic Gloves, a division of Louisville Slugger, announced a sponsorship agreement to provide PTR teachers and coaches with special pricing on custom PTR Bionic Tennis Gloves. Bionic Tennis Gloves provide... (Full story …)

July 21, 2008

ADDvantage magazine receives award for publication excellence

-- The October/November 2007 issue recognized -- (Full story …)

July 7, 2008

PTR Wins Two More APEX Awards

07 July 2008 - Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) was presented with two 2008 APEX Awards (Awards for Publishing Excellence) for its magazine TennisPro. TennisPro is the official publication of PTR tennis teachers and coaches. This... (Full story …)

July 2, 2008

Renowned Tennis Speakers Headline USPTA’s World Conference

-- September event features close to 40 seminars and courses -- (Full story …)

June 26, 2008

Florida Tennis Organization Partners With Climb for Cancer

Save the Date for Inaugural Pro-Am Tennis Event (Full story …)

June 25, 2008

USPTA’s Tennis Buying Show to be held at La Quinta Resort and Club

-- USPTA will host silent auction during buying show -- (Full story …)

June 23, 2008

‘Cardio Tennis’ Extravaganza Has Players Burning Calories in a Fun Tennis Workout

New Tennis Players Join Massive Program in Chicago And Burn an Average 900 Calories in 90 Minutes (Full story …)

Family Circle Tennis Center is Named TWC of the Month

Where can you find a $15 million award-winning public tennis facility with 17 lighted courts, a 10,200-seat stadium, year-round tennis programs and tournaments for all ages, and the oldest Tier I all-women’s professional tournament in the U.S.? The answer: The... (Full story …)

Tennis Industry Association Names Public Relations and Communications Coordinator

HILTON HEAD, S.C. (June 19, 2008)—- Jolyn de Boer, Executive Director of the Tennis Industry Association, announced today that Amanda Becker has joined the TIA staff as Public Relations and Communications Coordinator, effective immediately. In this newly created position, Becker... (Full story …)

June 19, 2008

Midtown Tennis Club Hosts a Cardio Tennis Extravaganza

Photo Caption: Midtown Tennis Club in Chicago hosted a Cardio Tennis Extravaganza on Friday, June 6 with 176 participants who also enrolled in the club’s Tennis in No Time® program. The caloric expenditure of each participant ranged from 478... (Full story …)

June 18, 2008

Chase, USTA Make For an Exciting Match

Chase Announces USTA Visa Signature Card with Flexible Rewards (Full story …)

June 17, 2008

USPTA Receives Award of Distinction for Feature Article

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - June 17, 2008 -- The United States Professional Tennis Association received an award of distinction in the 2008 Communicator Awards competition. The winning entry was a feature article published in the August 2007 issue of ADDvantage... (Full story …)

June 16, 2008

2008 US Open Theme Art Showcases Unique Elements of Sport, Entertainment and Pagentry

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., June 16, 2008 -- The USTA today unveiled the official 2008 US Open theme art. The design capitalizes on the US Open ad campaign, “It’s Showtime,” and depicts the US Open as a one-of-a-kind event located in... (Full story …)

June 10, 2008

Patrick McEnroe and Tracy Austin Earn USPTA Certification

-- Former ATP and WTA tour players receive Professional 1 certification -- (Full story …)

June 6, 2008

USPTA World Conference on tennis to take place September in La Quinta, Calif.

-- Conference theme will be Tennis — for the health of it!SM -- (Full story …)

June 4, 2008

USTA Tennis and Education Foundation to Grant Scholarships

54 College Scholarships This Spring Total $287,000. (Full story …)

May 30, 2008

USPTA’s Junior Circuit Offers Tennis Competition for Novice Juniors

-- Program provides skill-appropriate tournaments that build enthusiasm -- (Full story …)

May 29, 2008

USTA and River Oaks Country Club Extend U.S. Men's Clay Court Championship Agreement Through 2012

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., May 29, 2008 -– The USTA today announced its agreement with River Oaks Country Club to host the U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship has been extended for the next four years (keeping the second longest-running USTA National... (Full story …)

May 20, 2008

PTR Welcomes New Staffer

Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) is pleased to announce that Yza Shady has joined the staff in Membership Services. Shady, an avid tennis player and enthusiast, is responsible for assisting PTR members worldwide with all the... (Full story …)

USTA to Host Second Annual Open Casting Call for Children to Perform the National Anthem at the 2008 US Open

Boys and Girls Age 12 and Under Invited to Audition at Radio City Music Hall on June 9 Former American Idol Top 10 Contestant Constantine Maroulis To Judge on Celebrity Panel (Full story …)

May 19, 2008

USPTA and ACSM Announce Historic Partnership

-- Partnership is first to combine initiatives from medical and sports fields -- (Full story …)

May 16, 2008

USPTA now accepting nominations for annual awards

-- Recipients to be honored during USPTA World Conference in September-- (Full story …)

May 15, 2008

Tennis Channel-USTA-ESPN Deal

On Monday, May 12, at Manhattan’s historic 21 Club, the United States Tennis Association announced that Tennis Channel and ESPN will begin covering the US Open in 2009. From left: Ken Solomon, chairman and CEO, Tennis Channel; Arlen Kantarian, chief... (Full story …)

May 12, 2008

USTA, ESPN, and Tennis Channel Announce Partnership

Landmark 2009 Deal Creates Unified, Summer-Long ‘Open Season’ with Over 400 Hours of National TV Coverage on CBS, ESPN and Tennis Channel. New Partnership Includes Broadband, Mobile Streaming, Spanish Language and Digital Platforms. Six-Year Agreement Commences in 2009. (Full story …)

May 8, 2008

PTR Kids Tennis Launched

08 May 2008 - Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) is excited to present a new set of tools and resources to help tennis teachers work with children under age 10. As with its Munchkin Tennis, PTR... (Full story …)

May 6, 2008

PTR Announces New Director of Development

06 May 2008 - Hilton Head Island, SC - - Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announced today that Steve Keller has joined the staff as Director of Development. He brings a wealth of knowledge to the position. As Director of Development,... (Full story …)

April 22, 2008

Top 50 TWC Facilities Recognized

Facilities lauded for taking a proactive role delivering tennis across the U.S. (Full story …)

The USPTA Invites Everyone to Play Tennis - for the health Of It!

-- USPTA introduces newest initiative -- (Full story …)

April 15, 2008

John Embree ‘Goes Green’ Becoming New President of Prince Americas

Bordentown, NJ – April 14, 2008 -– Prince Sports, Inc. is proud and excited to announce that John Embree will be joining the Company as its new President of Prince Americas, leading the charge for the brand in the United... (Full story …)

International Tennis Hall of Fame Presents Franklin R. Johnson with Samuel Hardy Award

NEWPORT, RI -- The International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced that USTA Immediate Past President Franklin R. Johnson has been named the recipient of the 2007 Samuel Hardy Award. This award is given annually to a volunteer(s) of the... (Full story …)

April 2, 2008

USTA Tennis and Education Foundation Appoints Five New Members to It's Board

Dunlop Signs on as Official Ball & Racquet for Legendary Sony Ericsson WTA Tour Event (Full story …)

Patrick McEnroe Named General Manager, USTA Elite Player Development

McEnroe to Lead Newly Focused Effort to Develop American Champions Unified Approach to Include “Champions Advisory Board” and “Coaches Commission” ‘USTA Pro Track’ To Be Launched As Pathway for Elite Junior Players (Full story …)

March 26, 2008

USTA Announces Recreational Coach Workshop Trainer of the Year

Austin Texas’ Mike Carter Chosen as 2007 Recipient (Full story …)

USTA Announces 2007 Recreational Coach Workshop Host Site of the Year

Southeast Michigan Tennis Association Chosen as 2007 Recipient (Full story …)

March 25, 2008

PTR NorCal Professional Development Day Set

Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will hold its third annual NorCal Professional Development Day on May 25, 2008, at the Pacific Athletic Club in Redwood City, California. The event is open to all PTR and USPTA... (Full story …)

PTR Offers New Benefit

Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and CoachingSchool.org joined forces to provide PTR teachers and coaches with a great resource for coaching kids tennis. PTR members receive a free email subscription to the CoachingMinute, a weekly 2.5... (Full story …)

February 18, 2008

USPTA Launches Online Certification Review Course

— Association also announces online portion of certification exam — (Full story …)

February 13, 2008

Prince Set for Sponsorship of Tennis Channel Open

Official Racquet, String and Ball of ATP Tour Stop Brings Players and Fans Ultimate Experiences in Vegas (Full story …)

February 12, 2008

USTA Tennis and Education Foundation's New Online Presence Broadens Organization's Reach

Program Information and Online Giving Now Available at Foundationgiving.usta.org (Full story …)

January 30, 2008

Smash Magazine Renews Title Sponsorship of Top Junior Event

Chrysler Signs on as Presenting Sponsor of 2008 SMASH State Open Clay Court Junior Cup (Full story …)

January 23, 2008

USPTA and Tennis Week Magazine Announce 2008 Partnership

HOUSTON - – The United States Professional Tennis Association and Tennis Week magazine are proud to announce they will continue their alliance after reaching an agreement to extend and expand their partnership in the coming year. As part of the... (Full story …)

January 16, 2008

Olympus America and USTA Announce New Title Sponsorship for US Open Series

New Six Year Partnership Set to Significantly Elevate US Open Series and the US Open New Agreement is the Most Comprehensive Sponsorship Partnership in the Company’s History (Full story …)

December 12, 2007

'On Court With USPTA' Receives Gold Award

— “Ask the Professor – Episode 1” is award-winning episode — (Full story …)

November 29, 2007

PTR Offers High School Coaches Package

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will offer a High School Coaches Package over President’s Weekend, February 16-18, 2008, during its International Tennis Symposium & $25,000 Championships. The annual event will be held at PTR Headquarters on... (Full story …)

November 21, 2007

STA/ITA Community Service and Campus Recreation Award Winners Announced Ouachita Baptist, Gustavus Adolphus Coaches Earn National Recognition

SKILLMAN, N.J. — Ouachita Baptist University Director of Tennis Craig Ward has been named the national winner of the USTA/ITA Community Service Award and Gustavus Adolphus' men's tennis coach Steve Wilkinson is the national winner of the USTA/ITA Campus Recreation... (Full story …)

November 20, 2007

USPTA Gives Grand Valley State University’s Wheelchair Tennis Team $2,000 Grant

The United States Professional Tennis Association presented a $2,000 grant to the first collegiate wheelchair tennis team at Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Mich. USPTA first vice president, Tom Daglis, was on hand to present the check to the... (Full story …)

November 2, 2007

Babolat Sponsors National Senior Tennis Championships: Babolat World Tennis Classic Set For January 2008

Boulder, CO -– Babolat, one of the leading manufacturers of tennis racquets, announces they are sponsoring the upcoming United States Tennis Association (USTA) National Senior Tennis Championships. Formerly known as the Mission Hills Senior Championships, the Babolat World Tennis Classic,... (Full story …)

November 1, 2007

Free Trial Now Available for USPTA Online Resource for High School Tennis Coaches

Web site supports “no-cut” tennis campaign. (Full story …)

October 30, 2007

PTR International Symposium Set for February

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will hold its International Tennis Symposium & $25,000 Championships, February 16-22, 2008. The annual event will be held at PTR Headquarters on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The Symposium attracts nearly... (Full story …)

October 18, 2007

USPTA Member Ken DeHart Receives Top Education Credit Earner Honors

During its annual awards breakfast at the USPTA World Conference on Tennis in September, the United States Professional Tennis Association recognized those members who make education a priority. The Association honored Ken DeHart as the top credit earner in USPTA’s... (Full story …)

USPTA Presents Special Awards to CEO Tim Heckler and Longtime Member Townsend Gilbert

The United States Professional Tennis Association recognized two people for exemplary service during its annual awards breakfast at the USPTA World Conference on Tennis in September. The Association presented the President’s Award to Townsend Gilbert and honored USPTA CEO Tim... (Full story …)

October 2, 2007

Dunlop and Fluor Team Up to Grow Tennis in the Upstate

Local Sports Manufacturer Helps Sponsor Tennis Wellness Program (Full story …)

September 24, 2007

International Tennis Hall of Fame to Honor Nancy P. Jeffett as 2007 Golden Achievement Award Winner

NEWPORT, RI — The International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced that Nancy P. Jeffett, President and Trustee of the Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation, is the 2007 recipient of the prestigious Golden Achievement Award. The Golden Achievement Award is... (Full story …)

September 20, 2007

USPTA Announces New National Board of Directors for 2007

The United States Professional Tennis Association installed its new national board of directors that will serve the association until September 2009. Officers include a new president and vice president. The new board took office during the 80th USPTA World Conference... (Full story …)

September 17, 2007

Texas Tennis Hall of Fame Announces the Class of 2007

George P. Mitchell, John Kniffen, Charles Le Master, Barbara Smith, and Semp Russ to be inducted November 10, 2007 (Full story …)

August 29, 2007

Billie Jean King Launches GreenSlam

NEW YORK (Aug. 28, 2007) — Sports legend and social activist Billie Jean King is launching GreenSlam, an eco-conscious initiative to harness the power of sports, beginning with tennis, to create socially responsible change with positive environmental impact. One year... (Full story …)

August 24, 2007

PTR and MotionExpert Join Forces

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and MotionExpert have joined forces to provide PTR tennis teachers and coaches worldwide with video analysis software that will help their players improve more quickly by enhancing their attention to detail.... (Full story …)

August 23, 2007

Benedict Named National Promotions Manager for Wilson Racket Sports

CHICAGO — Wilson Racquet Sports announced today that Andy Benedict has been named the new National Promotions Manager. In this role, Benedict will focus on the administration and day to day execution of Wilson’s tennis industry and grass roots initiatives.... (Full story …)

August 20, 2007

Tennis Channel Names Timothy Russell Vice President, Advertising Sales, New York

LOS ANGELES — Tennis Channel, the only 24-hour, television-based multimedia destination dedicated to both the professional sport and passionate lifestyle of tennis, today announced the appointment of Timothy Russell to vice president of advertising sales, New York. In this position... (Full story …)

August 15, 2007

USTA to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Althea Gibson's Historic Victory

Gibson to be Inducted into US Open Court of Champions. Opening Night Celebration — Themed “Breaking Barriers” — Will Feature African American Female Pioneers Including Aretha Franklin, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun, Dr. Mae Jemison and More. Mayor Bloomberg, Billie Jean King and Mrs. Jackie Robinson to Join in Tribute. Aretha Franklin to Perform at Ceremony. (Full story …)

Ferris State Professional Tennis Management and Midtown Clubs Announce Partnership.

The Ferris State University Professional Tennis Management (PTM) program and Midtown Clubs are excited to announce their recent partnership intended to benefit the entire tennis industry. Midtown Clubs, the nation’s leader in upscale athletic club and sports resort management, will... (Full story …)

August 14, 2007

PTM Seminar at Methodist University, Fayetteville, NC Saturday, Oct. 20th

The Professional Tennis Management (PTM) program at Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC, will host a seminar on Saturday, Oct. 20. The on-court presenter will be Kelly Gunterman, Director of Tennis at Gunterman Tennis Schools, located at Amelia Island, FL, and... (Full story …)

August 9, 2007

USPTA Offers an Array of Specialty Courses at World Conference

Tennis conference will be held in September in Wesley Chapel, Fla. (Full story …)

August 7, 2007

East Hampton Pro/Am Tennis Invitational Benefiting the Prostate Cancer Foundation

East Hampton, New York; August 7, 2007: The 3rd Annual East Hampton Pro/Am Tennis Invitational benefiting the Prostate Cancer Foundation is scheduled to take place over the weekend of August 18th and 19th at the prestigious East Hampton Indoor/Outdoor Tennis... (Full story …)

August 6, 2007

Prince Continues Momentum Through Second Quarter

Company has #1 Hottest New Racquet and is #1 in Racquet Product Innovation (Full story …)

August 3, 2007

Ferris State Professional Tennis Management and Midtown Clubs Announce Partnership.

August 1, 2007 — The Ferris State University Professional Tennis Management (PTM) program and Midtown Clubs are excited to announce their recent partnership intended to benefit the entire tennis industry. Midtown Clubs, the nation’s leader in upscale athletic club and... (Full story …)

August 2, 2007

USPTA offers high school coaches workshop

At World Conference on Tennis. Workshop is sponsored by the USTA (Full story …)

August 1, 2007

Ferris State Professional Tennis Management and Midtown Clubs Announce Partnership

July 26, 2007

USPTA Provides Members With New Tennisplayer.net Benefit on Personal Web Sites

July 26, 2007 —The United States Professional Tennis Association continues to utilize technology to assist its members and as such has truly revitalized one of the best benefits created for members in the personal Web sites. Members will now find... (Full story …)

July 24, 2007

TIA and RSI Magazine Expand Partnership

Dedicated Print and Online Section to provide greater coverage of industry news (Full story …)

July 16, 2007

International Tennis Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Now Available Online, On Demand

Sampras Delivers Emotional Speech in Saturday’s Induction Ceremony (Full story …)

DecoTurf Tennis Surface Selected for World Team Tennis 2007 Season

Andover, MA — The home courts of the 11 World Team Tennis (WTT) teams will once again sport the colorful look and competitive feel of DecoTurf when the 2007 WTT Professional League season opens this month. The play will be... (Full story …)

This Week in Women’s Tennis: Internazionali Femminili di Tennis di Palermo and the Western Southern Financial Group Women’s Open.

Internazionali Femminili di Tennis di Palermo When: July 14th to July 22nd, 2007 Event Venue: Country Time Club in Palermo, Italy Prize Money: $145,000 USD The Internazionali Femminili di Tennis di Palermo gets underway on July 14th at the Country... (Full story …)

July 13, 2007

Schedule for the 2007 PBI Tennis Show Tour

The PBI sites on the tour are Sports Core, Reynolds Plantation, Lake George Club and Grand Hyatt Seoul. A nice combination of private and public venues in addition to junior and pro tournaments. The confirmed performances are as follows: July... (Full story …)

July 10, 2007

Top Tennis Speakers Headline USPTA’s World Conference

— September event features over 35 seminars and courses — (Full story …)

TIA Expands Insurance for Members

To help meet the needs of retailers and facilities, the TIA has expanded its insurance offerings to members with TIA TennisInsure. The new program includes liability, property, auto, umbrella, and workers’ compensation insurance. Previously, the TIA offered only product liability... (Full story …)

Tennis Forum to Debut In NYC During Open

The first TIA Tennis Forum, presented by Tennis Magazine, will be on Monday, Aug. 27, at the Grand Hyatt in New York City, during the USTA Tennis Teachers Conference. The hour-long Forum, which is free to attendees, will “share the... (Full story …)

July 9, 2007

PTR Sets First Mini Symposium in Southern California

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will hold its first Southern California Mini Symposium, September 9-10, 2007, at the SeaCliff Country Club in Huntington Beach. The event, themed Excellence in Teaching, is open to all PTR and... (Full story …)

July 2, 2007

PTR wins two APEX Awards

Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) was presented with two 2007 APEX Awards (Awards for Publishing Excellence) for its magazine TennisPro. TennisPro is the official publication of PTR tennis teachers and coaches. One APEX was for the... (Full story …)

June 26, 2007

Stanford ATP ‘Doubles Rules’ Launched in London

London, England – On Monday 25th June, the first day of Wimbledon, the ATP and Stanford Financial Group brought world-class doubles tennis to the city. While the queues were forming down at SW19, special doubles mini exhibition matches were held... (Full story …)

USTA Names Top Collegians to U.S. Tennis Teams for 2007 Pan American Games

USTA National Coach Kent Kinnear to Coach Men’s Team, University of North Carolina’s Brian Kalbas to Coach Women (Full story …)

June 20, 2007

Peter Burwash International Selected to Direct the Tennis Program for Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi

The Woodlands (Houston), Texas - Peter Burwash International (PBI), the world's largest international tennis management firm, announced it has signed an agreement to direct the tennis operation for the Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi (www.emiratespalace.com) beginning October 1, 2007. The agreement... (Full story …)

June 19, 2007

GPTA Member Leads Resort to Top-50 List

An award -winning tennis program featuring 12 courts and state-of -the-art features has garnered GPTA sponsor Reynolds Plantation a “Top 50 Tennis Resorts Worldwide” recognition by Tennis Resorts Online. This marks the newest recognition for Reynolds Plantation’s tennis program, led... (Full story …)

June 15, 2007

Junior State Closed Championship: Race to the Top

06/15/07 — Junior State Closed Championship: Race to the Top The last day of the 59th annual 2007 USTA Florida Jr. State Closed brought sunny skies, precision hitting and another exciting chapter in the books. With all the No. 1... (Full story …)

RSI Magazine Publishes Ultimate Tennis Ball Issue

July Issue is Shipping Now (Full story …)

June 14, 2007

USTA Florida Junior State Closed 2007

We are in the sixth and final day of the 2007 USTA Florida State Closed Sectional. The State Closed Sectional is the strongest tournament that Florida sanctions. It is a high honor when players excel in this event. Boys' 18... (Full story …)

USTA State Closed Sectional 2007 - day five

We are in the fifth day of the 2007 USTA Florida State Closed Sectional. The State Closed Sectional is the strongest tournament that Florida sanctions. It is a high honor when players excel in this event. Boys' 18 Singles (Semifinal... (Full story …)

June 13, 2007

2007 USTA Florida State Closed Sectional - Day Four

The State Closed Sectional is the strongest tournament that Florida sanctions. It is a high honor when players excel in this event. This event is hosted by the Florida Tennis Center in Daytona Beach, Florida and at this site we... (Full story …)

June 12, 2007

Thanks to the Supporters of the 2007 FRIENDS Tournament!

More Players, More Money!!! A record 330 players joined forces to raise $46,000+ for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (Full story …)

June 11, 2007

GPTA Members, Sponsors work Toward Renovation of Atlanta’s ‘Grand Lady’

Next GPTA Membership Meeting: June 20th 7:30PM PGA Tour Superstore Roswell www.pgatoursuperstore.com Members and Guest Welcome! All who attend will receive a $25 PGA Gift Card! (Full story …)

June 8, 2007

2007 ATP Fantasy Tennis Presented by Stanford Opens

South African safari awaits winning Fantasy Manager. ATP pro Mardy Fish pits his selection skills against fans. (Full story …)

June 6, 2007

Little Tennis Encourages Parents to Play Tennis With Their Children

National USPTA program has encouraged families to play together for 13 years (Full story …)

Six days of Florida’s BEST junior tennis, coming right up!

2007 USTA Florida Jr. State Closed Championship: Race to the Top (Full story …)

June 5, 2007

USTA Announces Players and Coaches for 2007 Invacare World Team Cup

U.S. Teams to Compete in Wheelchair Tennis’ Premier International Team Competition (Full story …)

Midland Community Tennis Center Latest Addition to Prince Program

Michigan Academy Ready To Compete Against Best And Brightest From Across the U.S (Full story …)

May 30, 2007

Peter Burwash International Facilities Score High in Rankings

One out of every seven facilities in the Tennis Resorts Online annual rankings has its tennis program directed by professionals from Peter Burwash International(PBI). The final rankings had 11 PBI-staffed properties in the Top 75 Tennis Resorts. (Full story …)

PTR Schedules Professional Development Weekend

Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will hold its annual Professional Development Weekend, September 13-16, 2007. (Full story …)

May 24, 2007

USPTA’s Tennis Buying Show to be held at Florida’s Saddlebrook Resort

USPTA will host silent auction during buying show (Full story …)

May 23, 2007

GPTA Welcomes New Members

Henri Elkins and Donovan Goodman are the newest members of the GPTA team. (Full story …)

News from the Georgia Professional Tennis Association

Next GPTA Membership Meeting: June 20, 2007 at the PGA Tour Superstore in Roswell Topic: Affiliate Tennis Organizations with representatives from ALTA, USTA and other organizations that help to make Georgia Tennis Great! Guests Welcome! For more information, visit gpta.com.... (Full story …)

May 17, 2007

USPTA World Conference on Tennis Announces Dates, Location

Conference will be held in September in Wesley Chapel, Fla. (Full story …)

May 15, 2007

'On Court with USPTA' receives Award of Distinction

“Tennis – In the Balance” is award-winning episode (Full story …)

May 14, 2007

Florida’s Julien Link and Pennsylvania’s Shareen Lai win singles titles at the USPTA Clay CourtChampionships

Men’s and women’s winners of USPTA’s first tournament in its 2007 series of surface championships (Full story …)

May 9, 2007

Tennis Across America Celebrates 18 Years of Growing the Game

Tennis is a great way to get fit and the United States Professional Tennis Association continues to take the game to new, current and former players through the Tennis Across America™ program. The 18th annual Tennis Across America day is designated for May 12. (Full story …)