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March 11, 2010

US Open National Playoffs announced

Men's and Women's Championships to be Played at 2010 Olympus US Open Series Events in Atlanta and Stanford, Respectively. Men’s and Women’s Champions Receive Wild Card Entry into 2010 US Open Qualifying Tournament. On-line Registration Open at www.USOpen.org for Most Sectional Qualifying Events. (Full story …)

Hingis to face Clijsters and Williams sisters in WTT

WTT Pro League releases schedule for 2010 season (Full story …)

March 10, 2010

Win a free trip for two to Roland Garros

Dunlop Sport and Family Circle Cup Partner to Send a Lucky Fan to the French Open. Dunlop Returns as Official Ball & Racquet for Sony Ericsson WTA Tour Premier Event (Full story …)

Hewitt To Play First Atlanta Tennis Championships

July 19-25. (Full story …)

March 9, 2010

2010 BNP Paribas Open on Tennis Channel

Tennis Channel to Carry 90 Hours of Live Matches at 2010 BNP Paribas Open. Nine Straight Days of Network Coverage on Tap from Indian Wells, Calif., Including Live Men’s and Women’s Singles Finals, 12-Hour Days and 70 Hours of Encore Competition. Telecast Begins Friday with “Hit For Haiti” Relief Exhibition that Features Agassi, Sampras, Navratilova, Federer, Nadal, Graf, Davenport and Henin. (Full story …)

Media Alert: Melanie Oudin Exclusive Photo and Interview Opportunities Available at Indian Wells, Plus Surprise Announcement

Melanie Oudin Announces Partnership with Virgin Mobile USA (Full story …)

March 5, 2010

PTR to Host Club & Facility Conference

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will host its second Tennis Club and Facility Conference May 19-21, 2010 at PTR Headquarters on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The three day event has been designed specifically for tennis... (Full story …)

March 4, 2010

Ivanovic Enters Southern California Open

Former World No. 1 and 2008 French Open Champion will headline the return of Women’s Professional Tennis to La Costa Resort and Spa, July 31-Aug. 8, 2010 (Full story …)

Elite Motion Coach to Premiere in Baltimore

Slow Motion Video Training Systems Announces Its National Sales Launch at the Konica Minolta FACE-OFF Classic, M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, Maryland (Full story …)

U.S. Begins Chase for 2010 Davis Cup

John Isner, Sam Querrey, and Doubles Brothers Bob and Mike Bryan Head to Serbia for First Round. See it all on Tennis Channel. (Full story …)

Tickets on sale for U.S. vs. Russia Fed Cup SF

Available to the General Public on Friday, March 12. Fed Cup Rivals to Face Off in Birmingham, Ala., on April 24-25 (Full story …)

March 3, 2010

All-Prince U.S. Davis Cup Lineup

Next Generation Squad -- Sam Querrey, John Isner and the Bryan Brothers All Choose to Play with Prince Racquets Featuring Visible O-Technology (Full story …)

March 2, 2010

Sony Ericsson Ultimate All-Star Tennis Experience

March 23: The Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center at The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne. First In Sony Ericsson Tournament Tennis: US Open Woman's Champ Kim Clijsters Rallies Against Andy Roddick & Guillermo Canas Local Tennis Players Compete To Return Roddick's Serve / Win Points Against Clijsters. (Full story …)

Plexipave Selected for Three ATP Tournaments

Andover, MA — Plexipave has been selected as the surface for the ATP World Tour events taking place in Memphis, Delray Beach, and Indian Wells. Plexipave’s speed of play makes it possible for all types of players to excel, and... (Full story …)

March 1, 2010

ITHF Class of 2010 to Honor Doubles Stars

Doubles stars dominate the Recent Player and Master Player categories, with the selections of Todd Woodbridge, Mark Woodforde, Gigi Fernandez, Natasha Zvereva and Owen Davidson. In the Contributor category, wheelchair tennis creator Brad Parks has been selected for induction, along with Derek Hardwick, who served as chairman of the British Lawn Tennis Association and was instrumental in the creation of Open tennis. (Full story …)

February 26, 2010

PTR to Host SONA Championships

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will host the 11th annual Special Olympics North America (SONA) National Invitational Tennis Championships presented by PTR , March 8-10, 2010, at PTR Headquarters in Van der Meer Shipyard Racquet Club on... (Full story …)

Querrey to Play at ITHF Championships

A finalist at the 2009 tournament in Newport, R.I., Davis Cup team member Sam Querrey's ranking improved this week to match his personal best ranking of No. 22 following title in Memphis last week. (Full story …)

February 25, 2010

USTA Hosting Registration Events

More Than 700 Youth Registration Events to be Held at Facilities Across the Country in Celebration of "Tennis Night in America" Between February 26-March 1 To Facilitate Early Registration for Spring/Summer Junior Tennis Programs Nationwide. (Full story …)

February 24, 2010

Non-Profits Partner on Tennis Tournament

Two Local Non-Profits Partner on Inaugural Mens and Ladies Doubles Tennis Cup Tournament Fundraising May 14-16, 2010 (Full story …)

February 23, 2010

Isner, Blake to Play Atlanta Championships

Atlanta, GA — John Isner and James Blake, the second- and fourth-ranked American men’s tennis players, have committed to play the 2010 Atlanta Tennis Championships. The Atlanta event, owned and operated by USTA Southern, will serve as the kick-off to... (Full story …)

February 22, 2010

UCSC Wins ITA National Title

Top-seeded Santa Cruz Captures Third ITA National Men's Team Indoor Championship Title (Full story …)

February 18, 2010

Gustavus Adolphus Set to Host Competition

10th Annual ITA Division III Men's Team Indoor Championship. (Full story …)

U.S. names first-round Davis Cup team

United States names John Isner, Sam Querrey, and the World's No. 1 Doubles Team of Bob and MIke Bryan to Face Serbia. First Meeting Between U.S. and Serbia in Davis Cup will take place on Indoor Clay at the Beogradska Arena in Belgrade, Serbia, March 5-7. Isner to make Davis Cup Debut; Becomes Tallest Player in U.S. Davis Cup History. (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 …)

Northwestern defends ITA crown

Defending Champion prevails in the ITA National Women's Team Indoor Finals. (Full story …)

Virginia defends ITA crown

Now a three-time winner of the ITA National Men's Team Indoor Championships. (Full story …)

February 11, 2010

'Showdown' Serves Up a Strong Marketing Partners

Official Partners Include Caesars Atlantic City, Delta Air Lines, FIJI Water, Fila, FXDD, Jumeirah Essex House, Lexus, NASDAQ OMX, Optimum, Rums of Puerto Rico, Sportime Tennis Clubs, Steuben Glass, Tennis.com, Travelers Insurance, Ubisoft and Wilson Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Svetlana Kuznetsova and Kim Clijsters to Headline Event at Madison Square Garden on Monday, March 1, 2010 (Full story …)

All-Stars in WTT Draft

Pro League Marquee Players Andy Roddick, Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Martina Hingis, and Kim Clijsters selected. Maria Sharapova, Lindsay Davenport, John McEnroe, Anna Kournikova, and James Blake will also play WTT in 2010 (Full story …)

Stacey Allaster Announced as Speaker

WTA Tour Chairman & CEO. The Global Sports Industry Summit takes place from September 28 - October 1, 2010. (Full story …)

World's Greatest Squash Players at Westchester CC

To Be Held March 1 to 4 at Westchester Country Club. Inaugural Invitational Event Will Bring Together Players That Have Combined To Win 29 National Championships (Full story …)

Safin to Make Champions Series Debut in Rio

2010 Rio Champions Cup, March 12-14 at the Maracanãzinho Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Full story …)

February 10, 2010

Babolat Promotion to Support Roddick Foundation

Grand Prize Winner to Hit With Andy Roddick at 2010 US Open. (Full story …)

February 9, 2010

Atlanta Tennis Championships Selects Site

Atlanta Athletic Club to host 2010 tournament. (Full story …)

February 4, 2010

U.S. Begins Chase for Fed Cup Title

2009 Fed Cup Runner-up. Young US Open Star Melanie Oudin Leads Americans into First-Round Against France (Full story …)

February 3, 2010

Babolat sponsoring the 'Little Mo' Tournaments

Boulder, Colorado — Babolat, leading manufacturer of tennis racquets, announces its sponsorship of the Road to the “Little Mo’” Nationals and the “Little Mo” International Open tennis tournament. Babolat recently signed a two-year contract to support the tournament as the... (Full story …)

Serena to Face Clijsters

Rematch of the 2009 US Open Semifinal at the "BNP Paribas Showdown for the Billie Jean King Cup" set for March 1 at Madison Square Garden. (Full story …)

USPTA Announces 2010 Tournament Schedule

The United States Professional Tennis Association announces its 2010 National Surface Championship Series, offering its members the chance to earn prize money and ranking points. This series kicks off with the USPTA Indoor Championships April 23-25 presented by the USPTA... (Full story …)

February 2, 2010

HEAD pros make AO History

Andy Murray and Marin Cilic. (Full story …)

February 1, 2010

Querrey to Defend LA Tennis Open Title

Joins No. 2 Djokovic, No. 5 del Potro in Field. Bryans Win Australian Open; Viper Room Next Stop. (Full story …)

Roger Federer Has The Perfect Feel

Federer Wins Australian Open Title with New BLX Racket (Full story …)

Wilson 2010 AO Tour Update

Roger Federer artfully used his Six.One Tour BLX tennis racket as he defeated Murray in straight sets to win his 4th Australian Open title and extended his record to 16 Grand Slam titles. Using her Blade Team racket, Serena Williams... (Full story …)

A True Champion Continues Her Legacy

Defending Champion Serena Williams Captures Australian Open Singles Title Serena and Venus Williams Defend Doubles Championship (Full story …)

January 31, 2010

Bryan Brothers Capture Fourth AO Title

Second Consecutive AO title, and Eighth Major Crown Overall. Recent Racquet Switch to Prince EXO3 Ignite Team 95 Helps American Doubles Duo Take One Step Closer to All-Time Titles Record. (Full story …)

January 29, 2010

Tennis Australia Serves up High-Speed Wi-Fi

Australian Open Using 802.11n from Aruba Networks. Sporting Events, Headquarters, and Regional Offices Receive Network Upgrades. (Full story …)

January 28, 2010

New Tennis Channel Series 'Celebrity Tennis'

Premieres Monday, February 1. Host Vince Van Patten Hits the Courts with Advice Guru Dr. Phil, Supermodel Christie Brinkley, Poker Champ Gus Hansen, Music Superstar Brandy and Others. (Full story …)

January 27, 2010

Nieminen Reaches Australian Open Doubles Semis

Decked out in all Wilson gear, Jarkko Nieminen and his partner, Kohlmann reach their first Grand Slam Doubles semifinal after they led Ljubicic/Gonzales 4-6 6-1 2-0 and Ljubicic was then forced to retire due to injury. Using his Six.One Tour... (Full story …)

January 26, 2010

Online Video Partners Bolster Tennis Channel

RayV, Unicorn Media Facilitate Inaugural Australian Open Streams, Ongoing Video, Respectively, for tennischannel.com. (Full story …)

USTA Creates US Open National Playoffs

Will Provide the Opportunity for All Players to Compete for a Berth into the US Open. US Open National Playoffs Men’s and Women’s Champions Receive Wild Card Entry into 2010 US Open Qualifying Tournament. World Champion Skier Bode Miller to Compete in a Sectional Qualifying Tournament. (Full story …)

January 25, 2010

Waller Wows Grand Central Crowd

News from the Professional Squash Association World Tour (Full story …)

PSA Super Series Hails Return of Australian Open

News from the Professional Squash Association World Tour (Full story …)

Walker Advances In ToC Qualifying

News from the Professional Squash Association World Tour (Full story …)

January 21, 2010

Expanded TV 'Daily Updates' to 2010 majors

NEW YORK & LOS ANGELES — FOX Business Network (FBN) and Tennis Channel have expanded their partnership to bring viewers daily updates of market moves and courtside play during the 2010 Grand Slam Events. Starting with this week’s Australian Open,... (Full story …)

January 19, 2010

Campbell Makes Knight's Day In Vancouver

Martin Knight beat fellow New Zealander Campbell Grayson in the final of the Comfort Inn Open to claim the third PSA World Tour title of his career at the $20,000 squash event at Evergreen Squash Club in Vancouver, Canada. Fifth... (Full story …)

Waters In Line For US WISPA Double

England’s world No6 Alison Waters is predicted to double her collection of WISPA World Tour squash titles in her first two tournaments of the year in the USA over the next two weeks. The 25-year-old from London is top seed... (Full story …)

BallenIsles CC Hosts Int'l Senior Women’s Tournament

Les Grandes Dames International Senior Women’s Tennis Tournament to be held at New Sports Complex. (Full story …)

Sobhy It In Berwyn

In a surprise all-American final of the Women’s Liberty Bell Open between two sixteen-year-olds, New York’s Amanda Sobhy emerged triumphant to win the $6,700 WISPA World Tour squash event at Berwyn Squash & Fitness Club in Berwyn, PA, USA. Second... (Full story …)

Salazar Stuns Koukal For Salt Lake City Title

Fifth-seeded Mexican Cesar Salazar twice upset the form book to win the inaugural Zantrex-3 International at Squashworks in Salt Lake City, USA. The 22-year-old from San Luis Potosi made his breakthrough in the quarter-finals of the $10,000 PSA World Tour... (Full story …)

Mosaad Survives Marathon To Win St Louis Title

Egyptian Omar Mosaad won his second PSA World Tour title of the year - and the longest squash match of his career - when he beat Canadian Shahier Razik in the final of the $15,000 Racquet Club Invitational at The... (Full story …)

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 12, 2010

AO Coverage Begins Monday, January 18

Tennis Channel to Offer Free Live Match Streaming on tennischannel.com for First Time -- 55 Hours of Broadband Action in Addition to On-Air During Two-Week Event. Martina Navratilova Returns to Tennis Channel Booth Alongside Bill Macatee for Nightly, Prime-Time Match Telecasts Followed by Six-Hour Australian Open Today Morning Show. (Full story …)

December 30, 2009

Kids Free at the ITHF in 2010

At the ITHF's annual Legends Ball, more than $30,000 was donated by Hall of Fame supporters to provide complimentary admission for children in the year ahead. (Full story …)

'Competitive Drills and Games' premieres on Tennis Channel

USPTA show will air on Jan. 2 at 11 a.m. Eastern time (Full story …)

Live Coverage of the 2010 Hopman Cup

Stars Oudin and Isner to Represent the U.S. in Prestigious Mixed Doubles Tournament. Tennis Channel’s Live Coverage Begins Monday, Jan. 4, at 9 p.m. EST. (Full story …)

December 22, 2009

BNP Paribas Open Announces New Owner

Indian Wells — The BNP Paribas Open, the most attended tennis tournament in the world outside of the four major events, to be held March 8-21, 2010, and its home, the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, have been purchased by... (Full story …)

December 17, 2009

ATP Awards Tournament Sanction to Atlanta

ATP 250 Tournament to be Staged from July 17-25 and to be Run by USTA Southern Section. Men’s Tournament will Kick-Off 2010 Olympus US Open Series. (Full story …)

December 15, 2009

Legendary Guests at Annual ITA Convention

Legendary Guest Lineup Highlights 25th Coaches Convention (Full story …)

Bryan Brothers Returning to LA Tennis Open

World No. 1 Team Owns Record Five LA Titles. Twins Join del Potro, Djokovic in 2010 Event (Full story …)

Sportaccord Conference Targets Global Themes

SportAccord Convention will be held in Dubai from April 25-30 2010 (Full story …)

December 10, 2009

Last Chance to Win a Trip to French Open

(Houston, TX): Just three weeks remain for tennis fans to enter to win a trip of a lifetime to the 2010 French Open. Imagine you and a loved one in Paris during May. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and the... (Full story …)

December 7, 2009

PTR to Host West Coast Conference

Second conference dedicated to Tennis Clubs and Facilities. (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 …)

December 3, 2009

Nadal Leads Spain into Davis Cup Final

Tennis Channel offers Complete, Live Coverage as Spain Battles the Czech Republic this weekend. (Full story …)

December 2, 2009

Top players headline BNP Paribas Showdown

Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Svetlana Kuznetsova, and Kim Clijsters will be at the Second Annual "BNP Paribas Showdown for the Billie Jean King Cup" at Madison Square Garden on Monday, March 1, 2010. A Tennis Night In America Event. Tickets On Sale Beginning Today. (Full story …)

November 24, 2009

Fields Finalized for USTA AO Wild Card Playoffs

Men's and Women's Playoffs for berth at Australian Open to be held at Racquet Club of the South in Atlanta, December 4-7. (Full story …)

November 23, 2009

World's Top Junior Tennis Players to Compete

2009 Dunlop Orange Bowl International Tennis Championships. Girls’ 18s Field Features World No. 1 and French Open Champion Kristina Mladenovic of France and US Open Champion Heather Watson of England. World No. 1 and French Open Champion Daniel Berta of Sweden Leads Boys’ 18s Field (Full story …)

November 19, 2009

Tennis Channel to cover the ATP World Finals

Wall-to-Wall Coverage of the 2009 Barclays ATP World Tour Finals starts November 22-29. Live Singles and Doubles Matches at Year-End Championships Begin at 7:30 a.m. ET Daily Followed by Prime-Time Replays Each Evening at 7 p.m. ET. Network to Dedicate 120 Hours Overall to Season’s Final Event During Upcoming Week. (Full story …)

HEAD Trio Prepared for ATP World Finals

Djokovic, Murray, and Soderling Ready to Take the Courts in London. (Full story …)

November 18, 2009

Darwish Seeded to Defend Qatar Classic Crown

Egypt’s former world number one Karim Darwish is seeded to retain the crown he won for the first time last year in the 2009 Qatar Squash Classic, the $147,500 PSA World Tour Super Series event which takes place for the... (Full story …)

November 16, 2009

Kids Cardio to Debut at PTR Symposium

Hilton Head Island, SC — The official debut of Cardio Tennis for Kids (CT4Kids) will take place February 18, 2010, at the PTR International Tennis Symposium on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Cardio Tennis for Kids will invigorate children’s tennis... (Full story …)

November 11, 2009

Young, Glatch Invited to AO Wild Card Playoffs

USTA Wild Card Events to be held during 2009 Infinite Energy Atlanta Challenge at the Racquet Club of the South, December 4-7. (Full story …)

November 9, 2009

Djokovic and Murray Take Top Spots this Weekend

Kennelbach, Austria — HEAD players made headlines last week at various tournaments around the world. HEAD player and World No. 3 Novak Djokovic upset World No. 1 Roger Federer in his hometown of Basel at the Davidoff Swiss Indoors on... (Full story …)

November 5, 2009

Oudin Wins First Annual Heart Award

US Open Quarterfinalist Will Receive Unique Heart Bracelet and $5,000 to Donate to Her Chosen Charity (Full story …)

November 3, 2009

Legends Highlight 25th Annual ITA Coaches Convention

SKILLMAN, N.J. — The 25th annual ITA Coaches Convention will take place at the Naples Grande Beach Resort in Naples, Florida, December 16-19, 2009 and will feature four legends of the game: Dennis Ralston, Jose Higueras, Emilio Sanchez and Stan... (Full story …)

November 1, 2009

Rec teams capture national titles at Advanta WTT Nationals

Teams from California, Florida, Minnesota, Missouri, New York and Texas Capture National Championships at Advanta WTT Rec League Finals (Full story …)

ITA National Intercollegiate Indoor Championship to Take Place

November 5-8, hosted by Yale University at the Cullman-Heyman Tennis Center. (Full story …)

October 29, 2009

USPTA Competitive Player Development Conference to Take Place in Fla.

Conference set for December in Naples. (Full story …)

October 28, 2009

Andrey Kuznetsov Wins His 1st ATP Tour Match

Wilson on the Rise (Full story …)

October 27, 2009

Serena Williams to Lead U.S. Fed Cup Team into Final

World No. 2 joins World No. 1 Doubles Player Liezel Huber, and US Open Quarterfinalist Melanie Oudin. 2009 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group Final Takes Place November 7-8 in Reggio Calabria. Daily Coverage on Tennis Channel (Full story …)

Ross and Steenkamp Capture Singles Titles

USPTA Hard Court Championships. (Full story …)

October 26, 2009

Federer vs. Roddick Wimby final available on DVD

New York, NY — Tennis fans can now relive one of the greatest matches in tennis history as SRO Sports, the exclusive distributor of Wimbledon DVDs, announces the release of. 2009 Wimbledon Men’s Final: Federer V Roddick. This historic DVD... (Full story …)

October 22, 2009

Tennis Channel to cover WTA Championships

Weeklong Coverage of Women's Year-End Sony Erricsson Championships begins October 27. Network Joins World’s Top Singles, Doubles Players in Doha, Qatar, with More Than 30 Hours of Live Match Telecasts. (Full story …)

October 21, 2009

USTA Announces U.S. Team for Master'U BNP Paribas

Eight nations to compete in International Collegiate Competition, December 9-14 in Poitiers, France (Full story …)

October 13, 2009

Djokovic and Kuznetsova Clinch China Open Titles

Djokovic Reclaims ATP World No. 3 Ranking (Full story …)

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 12-17, 2010, at PTR Headquarters on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The Symposium attracts nearly 1,000 tennis teachers and coaches... (Full story …)

October 7, 2009

Ukraine & Malta Share European Nations Cup Spoils

Ukraine and Malta emerged triumphant in the European Nations Challenge Cup at Squash Park in Poznan, Poland, after victories over Cyprus in both the men’s and women’s finals, respectively, in the European Squash Federation event in its seventh year. Unseeded... (Full story …)

October 4, 2009

Prince Congratulates Sharapova

Former World’s #1 comes back from surgery with her Prince O3 Speedport Black racquet to capture Toray Pan Pacific Open and continue her climb up the rankings. (Full story …)

September 28, 2009

Weekend Brings Three Event Titles for Prince Players

Monfils, Peer, and Montanes Win in Metz, Tashkent, and Bucharest Respectively; Cap Dominant Weekend and Showcase Prince Product. (Full story …)

September 25, 2009

Bijou Tennis Show in China

The famous “Bijou” Tennis Show, performed by Henri Elkins and Fernando Velasco, has been invited to perform clinics and several performances during the 2009 China Open Tennis Tournament in Beijing, China during the week of October 5-11. The $6.6 million... (Full story …)

Ross Wins Singles Title at USPTA Championships

MARCO ISLAND, FLA. — Cory Ross of Littleton, Colo., claimed the men’s open title at the $30,000 USPTA International Championships Thursday at the Players Club on Marco Island, Fla. Ross, the No. 1 seed, earned the championship title by defeating... (Full story …)

September 24, 2009

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 …)

McCollom Wins USPTA Women's Championship

Men’s final set between Cory Ross and James Daly. (Full story …)

September 17, 2009

2009 US Open: More Fans in More Ways

All-Time Attendance Record Set - Third Open to Top 700,000 in Attendance. New Cable Broadcasters ESPN2 and Tennis Channel Combine with CBS for Most Televised Hours in Tournament History. Website Traffic Hits All-Time High with More Than 150 Matches Streamed and Nearly 14 Million Streams Activated. (Full story …)

2009 Olympus US Open Series Most Successful Ever

Record-Breaking TV Viewership, Naming of EA Sports as Official Sponsor and US Open Champion del Potro Earns Bonus Prize Money (Full story …)

September 15, 2009

Williamses Capture US Open Doubles Title

[CHICAGO] — The Williams sisters, with their [K] Blade Team rackets, sweep through the US Open and claimed their third doubles title this year. They upset the defending champions, Liezel Huber and Cara Black 6-2, 6-2. “It feels great to... (Full story …)

Del Potro Conquers US Open for His First Major

[CHICAGO] — In an all Wilson final, Juan Martin del Potro defeated world #1 Roger Federer to earn his first Major title. The 6-foot-6 Argentine held strong throughout the entire five set match. He put aside a losing record against... (Full story …)

Champions Downed in Day of British Open Shocks

PSA/WISPA TOUR EVENT NEWS RESULTS: internationalSPORTgroup British Open Squash Championships, Manchester, England Men’s quarter-finals: [10] James Willstrop (ENG) bt [12] Mohd Azlan Iskandar (MAS) 11-5, 11-6, 12-10 (47m) [3] Amr Shabana (EGY) bt [5] David Palmer (AUS) 11-8, 14-12, 4-11,... (Full story …)

Tennis Greats and Celebrities Attend ITHF Benefit

Star-Studded Guest List Includes Whoopi Goldberg, Martina Navratilova, Monica Seles, Tracy Austin, Robin Roberts, Miss USA Kristen Dalton, The Real Housewives of NYC and More (Full story …)

PSA/WISPA Tour Event News

RESULTS: internationalSPORTgroup British Open Squash Championships, Manchester, England; New Zealand Dominate British Open Qualifiers Men’s qualifying finals: Stephane Galifi (FRA) bt Mohd Ali Anwar Reda (EGY) 18-16, 5-11, 11-4, 11-9 (74m) Simon Rosner (GER) bt Alan Clyne (SCO) 9-11, 11-9,... (Full story …)

September 8, 2009

Tennis Greats and Celebrities to Attend ITHF Benefit

Star-Studded Guest List Includes Martina Navratilova, Monica Seles, Tracy Austin, Robin Roberts, Miss USA Kristen Dalton and The Real Housewives of NYC and More (Full story …)

Ashe Inducted into US Open Court of Champions

International Media Selects Champion and Humanitarian to be Honored in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Thursday evening, September 10. President Bill Clinton to be Featured Speaker in Ceremony Broadcast Live on ESPN2. (Full story …)

September 4, 2009

US Open and Decoturf Extend Contract

DecoTurf remains the “Surface of the US Open” through December 2014 (Full story …)

September 2, 2009

USTA Pays Tribute to Pancho Gonzalez's Legacy

On-Court Ceremony Hosted by Noted Actor Benjamin Bratt. Hispanic Dignitaries and Gonzalez Family Members to Participate in On-Court Celebration. Tribute to Celebrate Gonzalez on the 60th Anniversary of His Back-to-Back U.S. National Championships Titles on September 5 (Full story …)

September 1, 2009

ITHF Benefit Auction Serves up Unique Items and Experiences

Autographed Memorabilia, Hit Sessions with Tennis Greats, Exotic Vacations and Grand Slam Ticket Packages all up for bid in Live and Silent Auction (Full story …)

Tennis Channel on Cablevision and the US Open

Cablevision has taken a step that raises serious problems for all cable programmers. We are sorting out these issues and will decide what steps to take when we are ready to do so. They are too important to the future... (Full story …)

August 31, 2009

XerTech Showcases Fitness Products at US Open

Engaging Exercise Zone to Provide Fun and Fitness for All Ages, US Open to Drive Exposure for XerTech’s Products (Full story …)

Tickets on Sale for East Asian Games in Hong Kong

HONG KONG—(BUSINESS WIRE)— The international sporting spotlight will be on Hong Kong in December when close to 3,000 athletes take part in the biggest-ever East Asian Games (EAG). From December 5-13, athletes from nine countries/regions in East Asia will gather... (Full story …)

August 28, 2009

Baldwin Joins King as USTA Expands its Green Initiatives

Venus Williams Designs 100% Organic T-Shirt Natural Resources Defense Council Partners As Strategic Advisor On All Initiatives (Full story …)

August 27, 2009

USTA to Celebrate Athletes Who 'Give Back'

Andre Agassi, Mia Hamm, David Robinson, and Doug Flutie to be Honored for Off-Court Achievements in Special Tribute Hosted by Good Morning America Co-Anchor Robin Roberts Grammy-Winning Musical Artist Rob Thomas to Sing “America the Beautiful” and Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The O’Jays to Perform “Love Train” (Full story …)

Querrey Clinches Olympus US Open Series Men's Title

Rising American Wins First Career Olympus US Open Series Championship. Women’s Series Champion -- Along With Second and Third Place Finishers -- Still to be Determined at Pilot Pen Tennis Event in New Haven. (Full story …)

August 26, 2009

Nike Introduces US Open Competition Looks

Big Apple-Inspired Apparel Unveiled as Federer, Williams, Nadal, and Tennis Great John McEnroe Greet Fans at Manhattan Unveil (Full story …)

August 25, 2009

USTA/NJTL Essay Contest Winners to Attend Kids' Day

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — The USTA today announced the 10 winners of the 11th annual USTA/NJTL Arthur Ashe Essay Contest. The 10 winners, ranging in ages from 10 to 18, will receive a travel package from August 28-August 30 that... (Full story …)

Federer and Safina Named 2009 US Open Top Seeds

12 Grand Slam Singles Champions Among the Seeded Players, Including Seven Former US Open Champions. (Full story …)

Fanball to Develop the 2009 US Open Bracket Challenge for the USTA

ST. LOUIS—(BUSINESS WIRE)— Fanball, the premier provider of online fantasy sports contests, content, strategy and insight, announced today its strategic partnership with the United States Tennis Association to build the 2009 US Open Bracket Challenge. The US Open Bracket Challenge... (Full story …)

Hernandez and McCollom win singles titles

Hector Hernandez of Easton, Pa., won the men’s open title after defeating H’Cone Thompson of Washington, D.C., 6-7, 6-2, 11-9, at the $5,000 United States Professional Tennis Association Grass Court Championships Sunday at the Philadelphia Cricket Club in Philadelphia. Marina... (Full story …)

USTA to Offer Free Live Streaming of Nearly Entire 2009 US Open on USOPEN.org

All Television Windows Broadcast by ESPN2 and Tennis Channel to be Available More than 150 Matches in total will be streamed (Full story …)

August 24, 2009

Tennis Channel's Inaugural US Open Coverage Begins Monday, August 31

Network Offers 72 Live Match Hours During Two-Week Tournament and 240 Overall, for Round-the-Clock, “Grounds Pass” Telecast with US Open Tonight, Breakfast at the Open US Open Legend Jimmy Connors Returns to an American Broadcast Booth for the First Time since 1991, Joining Tennis Channel’s Martina Navratilova, Bill Macatee (Full story …)

USTA and Stonyfield Farm Sign New Partnership Agreement for US Open

New Partnership to Build Brand Awareness of Oikos Organic Greek Yogurt USTA Expands Sponsorship Partnership to New Category (Full story …)

Top Players Committed to Forexx Women's World Open

All but one of the world’s twenty-five best players have entered for the Forexx Women’s World Open Squash 2009, which will take place from 20-27 September in Amsterdam. (Full story …)

August 21, 2009

USTA Offers US Open Junior Wild Cards to Three 2009 USTA National Champions

*FLUSHING, N.Y., August 21, 2009 - *The USTA announced today the names of eight boys and eight girls who have been offered wild card entries into the 2009 US Open boys’ and girls’ singles championships. The US Open Junior Championships... (Full story …)

USTA Introduces Official 2009 US Open Bracket Challenge

Registration Available Now at www.USOpen.org/bracketchallenge Challenge to Go Live on Thursday, August 27 After US Open Draw Show on ESPNews Men’s and Women’s Bracket Winners to Receive Trips to 2010 US Open (Full story …)

USTA Launches New Programming and Fan Enhancements for 2009 US Open

On-Court Celebrations to Include Opening Night’s Tribute to ‘Athletes Who Give Back’ And Special Pancho Gonzalez and Arthur Ashe Ceremonies US Open Available in More Ways Than Ever Before with New ESPN, Tennis Channel Relationships, and Live Streaming on US Open.org Fan Enhancements Include SmashZone, Family Day, The Best Tennis Town, The US Open Bracket Challenge, Instant Replay on Grandstand and More (Full story …)

Glatch, King, and McHale receive 2009 US Open Wild Cards

USTA Previously Committed Wild Card to Former US Open Champion Kim Clijsters. Locals McHale (Englewood Cliffs, N.J.) and Gail Brodsky (Brooklyn) To Play in Main Draw. (Full story …)

August 20, 2009

DIRECTV and ESPN Invite the Public to Come Out and Play

Free, Day-Long Event on Aug. 26 to Feature Biggest Names in Tennis Including Venus and Serena Williams, the Bryan Brothers, the Jensen Brothers, James Blake and more; General Public will have a Chance to Train with USTA Teaching Pros in a Variety of Skills Challenges (Full story …)

August 19, 2009

Dent, Britton, and Buchanan receive US Open Wild Cards

*FLUSHING, N.Y. — * The USTA announced today that a talented group of Americans consisting of Devin Britton (Jackson, Miss.), Chase Buchanan (New Albany, Ohio), Taylor Dent (Newport Beach, Calif.), Brendan Evans (Key Biscayne, Fla.), Jesse Levine (Boca Raton, Fla.)... (Full story …)

2009 US Open Wheelchair Competition Returns September 10-13

Top Four Men’s, Women’s and Quad Division Players Headline Field (Full story …)

Prince Presents the 2009 Central Park Tennis EXO3bition

World’s Top ATP & WTA Pros to Showcase Skills on NYC’s Legendary Public Courts Day Before Start of U.S. Open. Event Gives Public Chance to Meet, Learn From and Play With Pros and Legends Such as Gael Monfils, the Bryan Brothers, Sam Querrey, John Isner, Stan Smith and Many More Special, Live Musical Performance from American Idol Season 7 Finalist and Former Top-Ranked Australian Junior Player, Michael Johns (Full story …)

Tennis Channel All-Star Line-up

As you know Tennis Channel coverage of the US Open begins in less than two weeks. But Tennis Channel is much more than just the Grand Slam Network. Check out the match schedule beginning today at 11 am ET from... (Full story …)

August 18, 2009

Murray Captures Title and Earns No. 2 World Ranking

Kennelbach, Austria — HEAD sensation Andy Murray put together another stellar performance at the Rogers Cup in Montreal to capture the title and become the first British winner in tournament history. With the victory, Murray leaps past Rafael Nadal to... (Full story …)

August 10, 2009

4 Titles Up for Grabs, 4 Wilson Tour Team Wins

There were 4 titles up for grabs this past week and Juan Martin Del Potro, Flavia Pennetta, Robert Lindstedt and Yan Zi all snatched titles for the Wilson Tour Team. Juan Martin Del Potro did not disappoint in Washington D.C.... (Full story …)

Alarcon Conquers Tour de las Americas in Peru

Brazilian Rafael F Alarcon made a clean sweep of the three “Tour de las Americas” squash titles in South America by winning the Peru Open, the final event in the PSA World Tour series at Club Regatas in the Peru... (Full story …)

August 4, 2009

Prince Team Touring Pros Dominate Weekend Tour Events

Bartoli, Querrey and Bryan Brothers Use Prince O3 Racquets to Capture Titles in Los Angeles and Stanford (Full story …)

August 3, 2009

Querrey Wins LA and Takes Lead in Olympus US Open Series

Marion Bartoli Upsets Venus Williams in Stanford and Takes Early Lead in the Women’s Standings. Series Continues Next Week with Men in Washington, D.C., and Women in Los Angeles. (Full story …)

July 30, 2009

Top Tennis Speakers Headline USPTA’s World Conference

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

July 28, 2009

US Names Teams for 2009 World Junior Tennis Competition Finals

U.S. Girls’ Seek Third Straight Title; U.S. Boys’ Won Consecutive Titles in 2002-03 (Full story …)

July 24, 2009

USPTA’s Tennis Buying Show to Be Held at Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort, Golf Club and Spa

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

July 23, 2009

Huczek Wins Men’s Singles at 2009 World Games

Phoenix, AZ — Among his junior titles, national adult singles and doubles championships, professional Grand Slam tournament victories and the top ranking in the World, there isn’t much Jack Huczek has yet to accomplish in his stellar racquetball career. Already... (Full story …)

USTA Announces Players and Coaches for 2009 Invacare World Team Cup

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

Top players headline 2009 US Open Women's Field

Field Includes Five Former US Open Singles Champions -- Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Maria Sharapova, Svetlana Kuznetsova and wild card Kim Clijsters (Full story …)

SRO Sports releasing Federer vs. Nadal DVD

New York, NY — Tennis fans can now relive one of the most exciting matches in tennis this year as SRO Sports announces the release of Australian Open 2009 Men’s Final: Federer V Nadal. This action-packed DVD will all be... (Full story …)

July 20, 2009

Olympus US Open Series Sixth Season Launches Today with the Indianapolis Tennis Championships

Game’s Top Players to Compete for Over $30 Million in Prize Money More Than 200 Hours of National Television on ESPN2, CBS and Tennis Channel Highlighted by Back-to-Back Men’s and Women’s Finals on Sundays Multi-Million Dollar Marketing Campaign Features “It Must Be Love” (Full story …)

Pennetta and Bondarenko Sisters Finish on Top in Wilson Player Battles

Flavia Pennetta used her [K]Blade 98 to defeat fellow Wilson player Sara Errani to take the Palermo Singles title and the Bondarenko sisters defeated Wilson duo Iveta Benesova and Barbora Zahlavova Strycova to win the Prague Doubles title. Top-seeded Flavia... (Full story …)

USTA and IBM Sign New Partnership Agreement for US Open

IBM to Continue as Official Information Technology Solution Provider of US Open IBM Technology to Power Record-Setting USOpen.org (Full story …)

US Open Tennis Tickets Heat Up as 2009’s Last Grand Slam Draws Nearer

With Federer Restoring His Title at Wimbledon and Nadal Returning after a Knee Injury, Demand for US Open Tickets Continues to Grow Resulting in Better Ticket Values for Fans and a Different Sales Pattern Than in Years Past (Full story …)

July 17, 2009

ABC's Roberts to MC 'Legends Ball' to Benefit the ITHF

Event to take place on September 11 at Cipriani in New York City. (Full story …)

July 16, 2009

40 Student Athletes Earn Spots in 25th Annual Leadership Camp

Camp to Stress Arthur Ashe’s Ideals of Leadership and Sportsmanship USTA/NJTL Honors Athlete-Scholars from Diverse Backgrounds with Limited Financial Means in Denver July 21-27 (Full story …)

Tennis Channel's 2009 Olympus US Open Series Coverage to Include Seven Tournaments, Close to 60 Hours of Live and Same-Day Match Play in High Definition

Summer-long Network Schedule again Features Sunday Doubles Finals and Singles Semifinal, Quarterfinal and Early Round Competition (Full story …)

July 9, 2009

Tennis Channel to cover 2009 U.S. Davis Cup Quarterfinal This Weekend

Tennis Channel also Covers International Tennis Hall of Fame Inductions in Addition to On-Court Action as Stars James Blake, Mardy Fish, and Brothers Bob and Mike Bryan Chase Cup (Full story …)

July 8, 2009

World TeamTennis' Top Mixed Doubles Team to Receive 2009 US Open Wild Card

NEW YORK, N.Y. — The top mixed doubles players in the Advanta World TeamTennis Pro League will have more on the line this season than team pride and bonus money. The mixed doubles team that finishes at the top of... (Full story …)

July 7, 2009

Williams Sisters Sweep Wimbledon

Serena Williams Captures 3rd Wimbledon Title Venus and Serena Williams Defend Women’s Doubles Championship (Full story …)

2009 US Open Prize Money Tops $21.6 Million

Prize money increased by one million dollars. Men’s and Women’s Singles Champions Could Earn up to $2.6 Million Each - $1.6 Million Winner’s Purse Plus Potential $1 Million Bonus Prize Money. (Full story …)

PTR Midwest Conference Set for August 21

Hilton Head Island, SC - - Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will hold its Midwest Conference on August 21, 2009, at the Midtown Tennis Club in Chicago, Illinois. The event is open to all PTR and USPTA teaching professionals, high school... (Full story …)

Tennis.com Draws More Than One Million Unique Users for Wimbledon

NEW YORK, NY - JULY 7, 2009 - They may play on the hallowed grounds of Wimbledon in “classic tennis whites,” but when fans want the news, they turn to the Internet. For the second consecutive Grand Slam tournament, TENNIS.com,... (Full story …)

PTR Schedules Summer Instructing Wheelchair Tennis Workshop

*Hilton Head Island, SC - - *Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will present two Instructing Wheelchair Tennis Workshops this summer - one on August 28 at Oak Creek Tennis Center in Dallas, Texas, and the other at Chaplin Park Tennis Center,... (Full story …)

July 6, 2009

Federer and Top Doubles Teams Qualify for Barclays ATP World Tour Finals

Qualifiers set to renew rivalries, battle for No. 1 Ranking at season finale Arch rivals Nestor-Zimonjic & Bryan Brothers clinch berths (Full story …)

2009 US OPen Opening Night Ceremony Will Celebrate Athletes Who Give Back

ANDRE AGASSI TO BE JOINED ON-COURT BY OTHER NOTED ATHLETES Ceremony Will Kick Off ESPN’s US Open Primetime Coverage; Worldwide Leader in Sports to Broadcast US Open for First Time in 2009 (Full story …)

Fish to Replace Roddick on U.S. Davis Cup Squad for 2009 Quarterfinals at Croatia

Injured Hip Flexor Sidelines Wimbledon Runner-up (Full story …)

July 2, 2009

BNP Paribas Returns as Title Sponsor for the 'Showdown for the Billie Jean King Cup'

Serena Williams and Svetlana Kuznetsova Qualified to Participate (Full story …)

Three Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy Students Reach Semis of Junior Wimbledon

Three of the players left in the semis of the Boys’ Singles at Junior Wimbledon all make their home at the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Jordan Cox, Devin Britton, and Bernard Tomic all train at the NBTA and all three... (Full story …)

World's Top Squash Players to Compete in Kaohsiung World Games

World Games, the multi-sport event which is being staged in the Chinese Taipei city of Kaohsiung under the patronage of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). (Full story …)

July 1, 2009

PSA Heralds Return of US Open in Chicago

Following the success of last year’s Sweet Home Chicago Open — the first professional squash tournament in the USA to be held outdoors — Chicago will host the 2009 US Open Squash Championship, from 2-6 September. Action in the Professional... (Full story …)

June 26, 2009

Federer Seeks Record 15th Major

“Only a few months ago people were writing him off.” - NBC’s McEnroe on Federer going for record (Full story …)

June 24, 2009

Wilson Players Heat Up Wimbledon

On a sunny English day, Wilson Tour Team players heated it up at the All England Club. There was no shortage of Wilson players that moved onto the second round of Wimbledon and here are some of the notable first... (Full story …)

Seb Coe Launches London 2012 Open Weekend 2009

Hundreds of events planned to be part of London 2012 Open Weekend in July across the country, supported by BP. (Full story …)

June 23, 2009

'Live at Wimbledon' Streaming Coverage Announced by NBC Sports

First-Ever Widely Available Free Wimbledon Streaming in U.S. Features Live Matches From Multiple Courts, Alternate Camera Angles, On-demand Replays & More “Live at Wimbledon” is Accessible at NBCSports.com & Wimbledon.org (Full story …)

June 22, 2009

Top American Juniors to Compete at 2009 Wimbledon Boys' and Girls' Championships

2009 NCAA Singles Champion Devin Britton Leads U.S. Boys’ Contingent; Roland Garros Junior Semifinalist Sloane Stephens Leads U.S. Girls’ Participants (Full story …)

Prince Helps Bring Authentic Wimbledon Experience to New York City

Fans Get a Chance to Play on Grass Court with New EXO3 Racquets. Contest Gives Consumers On-Site and Online a Chance to Win Prince Product Pack by Guessing Number of Tennis Balls in Larger-Than-Life Container. (Full story …)

Rosner Rallies on in Toulouse

Defeats Chris Ryder in Semi-Final (Full story …)

Robson Takes the Court

Wilson player Laura Robson will be the youngest Brit ever to play Wimbledon and will become the youngest player since Martina Hingis in 1995 to walk onto the courts at the All England Club. Winning the 2008 Wimbledon Girls Junior... (Full story …)

Wilson players Tursunov and Dancevic carve up the competition in Eastbourne

In an all Wilson singles final, Dmitry Tursunov used his [K]Blade Tour to defeat [K]Blade 98 player Frank Dancevic 63 76 to take home his 6th career ATP Tour singles title and 1st Eastbourne AEGON International Singles title. “I have... (Full story …)

Live at Wimbledon Streaming Coverage Announced by NBC Sports and All England Lawn Tennis Club

First-Ever Widely Available Free Wimbledon Streaming in U.S. Features Live Matches From Multiple Courts, Alternate Camera Angles, On-demand Replays & More Live at Wimbledon is Accessible at NBCSports.com & Wimbledon.org (Full story …)

June 18, 2009

DIRECTV Continues Its 'Championship' Season With The Wimbledon Experience

Now Available for All Eight Golf and Tennis Grand Slam Events, DIRECTV’s Enhanced Platform Delivers Extra Live Channels, Unique Interactive Features, and Expansive HD Coverage (Full story …)

June 16, 2009

Roddick to Headline Annual Charity Event

Proceeds to benefit Elton John AIDS Foundation and local charities (Full story …)

June 15, 2009

Murray and Haas Take Home First Grass Court Titles

HEAD Player Murray Wins First British Title in 71 Years (Full story …)

June 9, 2009

Arthur Ashe and Jeanne Moutoussamy - Ashe to be Honored with the Eugene L. Scott Award by the International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum

Tennis Legend and Humanitarian to be Recognized at 29th Annual Legends Ball on September 11 in New York City (Full story …)

Wilson Junior Players Rise to the Occasion at Roland Garros

Wilson was well represented during the junior trophy ceremonies at Roland Garros. As Roger Federer was in his quest to make history on Court Philippe Chatrier, Wilson On the Rise players Kristina Mladenovic, Daniel Berta, Elena Bogdan, and Dino Marcan... (Full story …)

Federer Conquers French Open Title and Career Grand Slam

Wilson’s Federer wins 14th Grand Slam Title and ties Pete Sampras’s Historic Record (Full story …)

June 8, 2009

Kuznetsova Captures French Open Title

HEAD Player Earns Second Grand Slam Title (Full story …)

USPTA World Conference on Tennis Announces Dates, Location

Conference will be held in September on Marco Island, Fla. (Full story …)

David and Duncalf in Seoul Final

BBQ Women's Seoul Squash Open, Seoul, South Korea (Full story …)

June 2, 2009

Corren Claims 19th Crown

PSA International Golden Open, Kalgoorlie, WA, Australia (Full story …)

Lane Lands Hemubo Trophy in Netherlands

Hemubo Squash Trophy, Almere, Netherlands (Full story …)

David in Bid to Overtake Grinham in Seoul

Malaysia’s world number one Nicol David is seeded to reach her 52nd WISPA World Squash Tour final in this week’s $60,000 Women’s Seoul Open in South Korea, thus moving ahead of her long-time rival Rachael Grinham to boast more Tour... (Full story …)

June 1, 2009

Anjema Beats Barker to Book Semi Slot in Belgium

EUROPEAN SQUASH NEWS RESULTS: European Individual Squash Championships, Herentals, Belgium Men’s 2nd round: [1] Gregory Gaultier (FRA) bt [9/16] Rasmus Nielsen (DEN) 11-4, 11-2, 11-8 (31m) [5/8] Adrian Grant (ENG) bt [9/16] Dylan Bennett (NED) 11-9, 11-6, 11-5 (38m) [5/8]... (Full story …)

May 26, 2009

Q and A with the NCAA Division I women’s tennis champ

When she first stepped on campus more than five years ago, Mallory Cecil was a talented junior looking to improve her tennis game at the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy/IMG Academies. When she returned to IMGA this week after a stellar... (Full story …)

Bollettieri alums make history, sweep NCAA singles championships!

MG Academies alums sweep NCAA tennis singles championships in record-setting fashion (Full story …)

Baltazar Ferreira Battles to Marathon Swiss Success

Richards is celebrating his fifth Tour final appearance - and looking for his second PSA win this year against Jorge Isaac Baltazar Ferreira. (Full story …)

Richards Romps to Vitis Victory

Tom Richards wins the $10,000 PSA World Tour squash title at Vitis Sports Center in Schlieren, near Zurich, in Switzerland. (Full story …)

Ford Powers to Perth Prize

Ben Ford, the top-seed beat Australian Corren, the second seed, in the final of the PSA World Tour Satellite event 11-7, 9-11, 11-7, 13-11 to claim his third Tour title at the City of Perth Squash International, Perth, Australia. (Full story …)

Prince Players Ready to Roll at Roland Garros

PARIS MARKS START TO SUMMER SEASON FOR PLAYERS AND BRAND (Full story …)

Seegarten Vitis Squash Open, Schlieren, Zurich, Switzerland

Qualifier Schweertman Leads Upsets In Schlieren (Full story …)

Wilson Grand Slam Champions’ Bag Makes Debut at Roland Garros

Wilson has an unrivaled tennis history with 467 Grand Slam Championship wins and counting. In recognition of all Wilson’s great champions, Wilson has created the new Grand Slam Limited Edition Bag. The Grand Slam Bag will make its debut at... (Full story …)

Mueller Marches on in Schlieren

Seegarten Vitis Squash Open, Schlieren, Zurich, Switzerland (Full story …)

Squash Leaps Toward 2016 Olympics

"Squash and the Olympics, a Perfect Match" (Full story …)

May 22, 2009

WISPA Celebrates Return of New Zealand Open

The Women’s International Squash Players’ Association is celebrating the return of the New Zealand Open, one of the most prestigious events on the international Squash circuit until the mid-nineties. The $55,500 WISPA World Tour Gold event will take place in... (Full story …)

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 …)

USTA to Host Third Annual Open Casting Call for Children to Perform at the 2009 US Open

Boys and Girls Age 12 and Under Invited to Audition at Radio City Music Hall on June 8 Former American Idol Runner-Up Diana Degarmo, Ugly Betty Star Mark Indelicato To Judge on Celebrity Panel (Full story …)

Wilson Racquet Sports | US Open Sweepstakes

Wilson is proud to announce the 2009 US Open Sweepstakes contest! As the Official Ball of the US Open, Wilson is once again giving tennis consumers throughout the US a chance to go to the 2009 US Open. Following last... (Full story …)

May 19, 2009

Nadal Qualifies for Barclays ATP World Tour Finals

ATP announces release of 65,000 tickets at The O2 arena (Full story …)

Australia and Canada Share Honours in World Doubles Championships

RESULTS: PayPal World Hardball Doubles Squash Championships, San Francisco, USA Men’s: Final: [1] Paul Price & Ben Gould (AUS) bt [3] John Russell & Clive Leach (ENG) 15-11, 15-12, 15-17, 15-9 Women’s: Final: [1] Stephanie Hewitt & Jessica DiMauro (CAN)... (Full story …)

Nicol David Strikes Gold in Texas

RESULTS: Women’s Texas Open Squash Championship, Plano, Nr Dallas, USA Final: [1] Nicol David (MAS) bt [2] Natalie Grainger (USA) 7-11, 12-10, 11-5, 11-6 (39m) Top-seeded Malaysian Nicol David overcame defending champion Natalie Grainger for the second time in seven... (Full story …)

Kemp Crowned Atlanta Open Champion

RESULTS: Atlanta Open Squash Championship, Atlanta, Georgia, USA Final: [1] Jonathan Kemp (ENG) bt [2] Eric Galvez (MEX) 11-4, 11-5, 13-15, 11-3 (50m) England’s Jonathan Kemp celebrated his fourth successive PSA World Tour final appearance in North America in grand... (Full story …)

Nadal Praises 'Spectacular' Tennis Venue for Madrid 2016 Olympics

The Spanish hero was overwhelmed by the passion of the home spectators (Full story …)

May 18, 2009

French Open on Tennis Channel Begins Sunday, May 24

Two-Week Grand Slam Coverage Averages Seven Hours Daily, in Addition to Nightly Prime-Time Show French Open Tonight and Same-Day Semifinal Replays (Full story …)

David and Grainger to Meet in Texas Final

RESULTS: Women’s Texas Open Squash Championship, Plano, Nr Dallas, USA Semi-finals: [1] Nicol David (MAS) bt [5] Jenny Duncalf (ENG) 11-4, 11-3, 11-6 (30m) [2] Natalie Grainger (USA) bt [4] Natalie Grinham (NED) 8-11, 11-7, 11-5, 11-4 (36m) David &... (Full story …)

Malaysian Superstar Nicol David Backs Squash 2016 Day

Auction to raise awareness of Olympic bid (Full story …)

May 14, 2009

Clutch Play Earns Berdych His Fifth ATP Title

Win Also Marks Fourth ATP Tour Title for Dunlop this Season (Full story …)

Djokovic Takes Title in Front of Home Crowd

Austria - Kennelbach — HEAD Player Novak Djokovic defeated Lucacs Kubot from Poland in straight sets 6:3, 7:6 (0) in front of his home crowd to take the top spot at the Serbia Open. This victory marked the Serb’s 13th... (Full story …)

2010 Cayman Islands Open Promises to be 'Even Better'

It was midway through the inaugural Women’s Cayman Islands Open - the $37,500 WISPA World Tour squash championship which reached its climax at the weekend in Grand Cayman - that tournament director Dan Kneipp announced that the event had already... (Full story …)

May 12, 2009

Siddall Soars to Zwolle Success

RESULTS: Women’s Eurosafe Solutions Zwolle Squash Open, Zwolle, Netherlands Final:[3] Lauren Siddall (ENG) bt [6] Celia Allamargot (FRA) 11-3, 11-7, 11-5 England’s Lauren Siddall claimed the second WISPA World Tour squash title of her career with an impressive display against... (Full story …)

Snell Snaps up First Tour Title in Japan

RESULTS: Japan Pro Squash Kansai, Wakayama, Japan Final:[2] James Snell (ENG) bt [5] Karim Abdel Gawad (EGY) 11-6, 11-9, 14-12 (63m) England’s James Snell secured his first title on the PSA World Tour when he beat Egyptian Karim Abdel Gawad... (Full story …)

May 11, 2009

Bianchetti Wins Longest Match to Reach Rome Final

Italian squash star Davide Bianchetti survived the longest match of his career when he beat defending champion Mark Krajcsak in a 138-minute marathon to reach the final of the Roma Est Open, the $10,000 PSA World Tour event in its... (Full story …)

May 6, 2009

Tennis Legends King and McEnroe Rally on Barge

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — Tennis legends Billie Jean King and John McEnroe have played tennis all over the world and on all surfaces. Now they can add a new venue to the list: a barge floating on the Hudson River... (Full story …)

May 4, 2009

HEAD Player Novak Djokovic Claimed Final Spot in Rome

HEAD Ladies Clinched Two Titles in Last Week’s Tournament Draws (Full story …)

April 29, 2009

Chinese Launch of 2009 ATP World Tour Reinforces Country's Key Role in Pro Tennis

Chinese language web site launched to cater to China’s millions of tennis fans (Full story …)

April 27, 2009

Playoff tournaments to determine U.S. wild card recipients for Roland Garros

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 French Open. The men’s wild card tournament will take place on the clay courts of the Boca... (Full story …)

April 24, 2009

Order of play for the 2009 Fed Cup semifinal match between the U.S. and the Czech Republic

Saturday, April 25 & Sunday, April 26, 2009, Starobrno Rondo Arena — Brno, Czech Republic DAY/LOCAL TIME MATCH PAIRING Saturday, 1:30 p.m. Singles A: Bethanie Mattek-Sands (USA) vs. Petra Kvitova (CZE)   Singles B: Alexa Glatch (USA) vs. Iveta Benesova... (Full story …)

Tennis Channel Continues 2009 Fed Cup Chase Coverage This Weekend

Action Starts Saturday as Stars Bethanie Mattek-Sands, Liezel Huber, Melanie Oudin and Alexa Glatch Continue Quest for Championship (Full story …)

Prince Junior Players Enjoy the 2009 Easter Bowl

Seven Champions, Four Finalists & One Sportsmanship Award Cap Impressive Week (Full story …)

Young American Melanie Oudin makes her move on the WTA Tour

Wilson player Melanie Oudin is making her way on the WTA Tour. Last week, Oudin used her [K]Blade Tour to defeat world #26 Aleksandra Wozniak en route to reach the Round of 16 of singles at the Family Circle Cup... (Full story …)

April 13, 2009

Andy Murray Follows Up Sony Ericsson Victory With Cover Story in the May 2009 Issue of Tennis Magazine

May 2009 Issue Also Presents Voting for Tennis’ Greatest Generation; 5 Things You Didn’t Know About John Isner; the 10 Best Tennis YouTube Videos; the 2009 Tennis Shoe Guide; NTRP at 30 and More (Full story …)

April 8, 2009

Dellis Cay Hosts VIP Suite During the 2009 Sony Ericsson Open in Key Biscayne

MIAMI—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Over the past twelve days, from March 25-April 5, 2009, private island Dellis Cay hosted a VIP Suite for the second straight year at the 2009 Sony Ericsson Open in Key Biscayne, courtesy of Dr. Cem Kinay, CEO &... (Full story …)

April 6, 2009

Murray and Azarenka Dominate in Miami to Capture Titles

Kennelbach, Austria - April 2009 - HEAD pro Andy Murray captured his third ATP title of the season winning against fellow HEAD player Novak Djokovic at the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami. In the women’s competition, Victoria Azarenka bested top-ranked... (Full story …)

April 2, 2009

Schedule Set for Tennis Club and Facilities Conference

Hilton Head Island, SC - - Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) has set the schedule for its inaugural Tennis Club & Facilities Conference May 13-15, 2009 at PTR Headquarters on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The three day event has been... (Full story …)

March 25, 2009

Dellis Cay Sponsors 2009 Sony Ericsson Open in Key Biscayne

MIAMI—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Dr. Cem Kinay, CEO & Chairman of The O Property Collection (OPC), is pleased to announce Dellis Cay as a host sponsor to the 2009 Sony Ericsson Open, the annual 12-day tennis tournament held at the Tennis Center in... (Full story …)

March 24, 2009

Tennis Across America celebrates 20 years of grassroots tennis

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 20th annual Tennis Across America day will... (Full story …)

March 23, 2009

Scottrade Announces Sponsorship of 2009 Sony Ericsson Open

Online investment firm’s sponsorship of premier tennis tournament will include presence online, on TV and at Miami’s Tennis Center at Crandon Park (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

Tennis Channel to Carry Complete, Live Coverage of First-Round U.S. Davis Cup Competition This Weekend

Exclusive Three-Day Telecast Follows American Squad’s First Action of 2009 Campaign, as Host to Switzerland in Birmingham, Ala., March 6-8 (Full story …)

March 3, 2009

USTA to Conduct Player Development Tennis Camp in Conjunction with Davis Cup First Round Tie

Seven Young Americans to Attend Camp in Birmingham, Ala., March 3-8 (Full story …)

'Tennis Night in America' Serves Up a Winner

National Effort in 50 States at 700 Facilities Attracts Tens of Thousands of Kids, Parents (Full story …)

March 2, 2009

Fish Makes History in Delray

Wilson [K]Six-One 95 player Mardy Fish became the first top seed to title in the 17-year history of the Delray Beach International Tennis Championships after rallying to defeat Russian qualifier Korolev 7-5, 6-3 on Sunday. Fish, making his sixth Delray... (Full story …)

February 26, 2009

Andre Agassi to play in Advanta WTT Pro League; WTT releases 2009 schedule

NEW YORK, N.Y. — Andre Agassi will return to professional team tennis competition this summer, playing two matches for the Philadelphia Freedoms of the Advanta World TeamTennis Pro League. League officials announced Agassi’s return when they released the 2009 schedule... (Full story …)

February 24, 2009

Roddick, Blake, and Bryans to Face Switzerland in 2009 Davis Cup

United States Davis Cup team to Face Switzerland in the first round at Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex Arena, March 6-8. Tennis Channel to air matches live daily starting at 1 p.m. ET (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 …)

February 20, 2009

Trinity Men’s Squash Defends National Title for Tenth Consecutive Year

Bantams Look For 200th Straight Win Against Dartmouth Friday (Full story …)

PTR Expresses Concern

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), although delighted by the issuance of a travel visa for Andy Ram, expresses deep concern about the denial of the same for Shahar Peer to compete in Dubai last week. Peer’s... (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

Tennis Channel Dubai Statement

Tennis Channel regrets to inform our viewers and tennis fans that we are canceling our upcoming coverage of the Barclays Dubai Tennis Championships in Dubai, U.A.E, originally scheduled for this weekend. Unfortunately the event will exclude a single player who... (Full story …)

Tennis Channel Becomes Exclusive Home of U.S. Davis Cup

Network Adds American Davis Cup Team Coverage to all other Davis Cup, Fed Cup and Hopman Cup Rights in Same Year it will Add US Open to Lineup First Competition March 6-8 Expected to Begin with Switzerland’s Roger Federer against the United States’ Andy Roddick (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 …)

February 11, 2009

Racquet Stringers Symposium Returns to Disney World in 2009

In 2007 the first GSS racquet stringers symposium was held in New Braunfels, Texas. While attendance was modest the enthusiasm from those who participated was clearly evident. In 2008 the event was relocated to Orlando, Florida in the heart of... (Full story …)

February 6, 2009

Tennis Channel Begins 2009 Fed Cup Coverage This Weekend

Action Starts Saturday as Stars Julie Ditty, Liezel Huber, Jill Craybas and Melanie Oudin Begin Quest for Championship (Full story …)

February 5, 2009

Wilson Players Start Another Year Strong with [K]Factor at the Australian Open

Serena Williams Captures 10th Grand Slam Title and Regains #1 World Ranking (Full story …)

February 4, 2009

University of Illinois to Host 2009 ITA National Men's Team Indoor Championships

16 of the Top Teams Will Compete at Chicago's Midtown Tennis Club Feb. 13 - 16 (Full story …)

University of Wisconsin to Host 2009 ITA National Women's Team Indoor Championships

16 of the Top Teams Will Compete at the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Stadium Feb. 13 - 16 (Full story …)

January 28, 2009

Tennis Legend Jimmy Connors to Join Tennis Channel as Lead Analyst During Network's Inaugural US Open Coverage

Tournament to Mark Connors’ First Regular Appearance in a U.S. Television Booth in 18 Years, First as US Open Commentator All-Time Men’s Singles Titlist Only Player to Win US Open on Three Surfaces: Clay, Grass and Hard Courts (Full story …)

No. 3 American Singles Player Bethanie Mattek Makes Fed Cup Debut

WORLD NO. 1 DOUBLES PLAYER LIEZEL HUBER, JILL CRAYBAS AND MELANIE OUDIN COMPLETE TEAM TO PLAY ARGENTINA 2009 Fed Cup by BNP Paribas Quarterfinal Takes Place February 7-8 in Surprise, Ariz. Single Session Tickets and Two-Day Packages Still Available (Full story …)

January 26, 2009

Head Players Off to Strong Start in Australian Open

Tennis sensation Djokovic stuns the competition in early rounds (Full story …)

January 15, 2009

DIRECTV Interactive to Deliver a Volley Of Grand Slam Tennis Events this Year Beginning with the Australian Open

First-time Interactive Coverage of Australian Open Features 400 hours of ESPN2 and Tennis Channel Programming on Five Court Channels - all in HD (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 12, 2009

Second Year of Australian Open Coverage on Tennis Channel Begins Monday, January 19

Bill Macatee, Martina Navratilova Lead On-Air Team, with Nightly, Prime-Time Match Telecasts Followed by Six-Hour Australian Open Today Morning Show Tournament is First in Network’s Coverage During all Four Tennis Grand Slams in 2009 (Full story …)

January 7, 2009

Tickets Go On Sale Friday, January 16 for U.S. Vs. Switzerland Davis Cup First Round in Birmingham, AL

Top 10 Players - Roddick, Blake, Federer - Expected to Compete, March 6-8 (Full story …)

December 23, 2008

John Isner and Christina McHale Win USTA Playoffs for 2009 Australian Open Wild Cards

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., December 22, 2008 - The USTA announced today that Americans John Isner and Christina McHale earned wild card entries into the 2009 Australian Open men’s and women’s singles main draws after winning USTA wild card tournaments at... (Full story …)

December 18, 2008

Tennis Channel Asks Viewers to Pick Best Match of 2008

You Make The Call Lets Fans Rank Network’s Top 10 Matches of 2008, to Appear in Prime Time December 22-31 (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

USPTA Hosts Competitive Player Development Conference at Academia Sanchez-Casal in Naples, Fla.

The United States Professional Tennis Association Competitive Player Development Conference, which took place in Naples, Fla., from Dec. 4-6, brought in close to 130 attendees. The conference, which is traditionally held by the association in Houston, was shifted to the... (Full story …)

34th Season of World TeamTennis Pro League Set to Open July 2

NEW YORK, N.Y. (December 16, 2008) - Some of tennis’ top names are expected to return to team action when the 34th season of the World TeamTennis Pro League presented by Advanta kicks off on July 2. The League announced... (Full story …)

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 …)

December 15, 2008

Tennis Channel Asks Viewers to PIck Best Matches of 2008

You Make The Call Lets Fans Rank Network’s Top 10 Matches of 2008, to Appear in Prime Time December 22-31 (Full story …)

December 12, 2008

Tickets for U.S. vs. Argentina Fed Cup Quarterfinal Go on Sale Dec. 15

Two of the Top Fed Cup Nations to Face Off on February 7- 8 (Full story …)

December 3, 2008

Get Ready to Rock! Babolat Supports Rock-N-Racquets to Benefit The Andy Roddick Foundation

Boulder, CO — Babolat, one of the leading manufacturers of tennis products, announces the company is sponsoring a special event to support star Babolat player Andy Roddick. Benefiting The Andy Roddick Foundation, Rock-n-Racquets features the world’s most exciting tennis players... (Full story …)

November 21, 2008

NECP Sponsors Youth Tennis Tournament

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--New England Consulting Partners LLC (www.neconsultingpartners.com) is sponsoring a tennis match this weekend between high school age youngsters from New York City and Boston. The event is being held at the Boston Athletic Club in South Boston (www.bostonathleticclub.com) this... (Full story …)

Penn Named as Official Ball of BNP Paribas Showdown for the Billie Jean King Cup

Phoenix, AZ - November 2008 - Penn has been named the official ball of the BNP Paribas Showdown for the Billie Jean Cup which will be taking place Monday, March 2 at Madison Square Garden. The event will be telecast... (Full story …)

November 20, 2008

Tennis Channel Continues 2008 Davis Cup Chase with Complete, Live Coverage This Weekend

Action Starts Friday as Stars David Ferrer, Marcel Granollers, Fernando Verdasco and Feliciano Lopez Continue Quest for Spain’s Third Championship (Full story …)

November 17, 2008

ATP Tennis Masters Cup Creates Men’s Tennis Legacy In China For Future

Tennis participation grows 4 million since 2004 Shanghai to host Asia’s most prestigious ATP World Tour event from 2009 onwards ATP set to launch Chinese version of ATP web site in 2009 (Full story …)

November 14, 2008

The Lacoste Crocodile Brand Renews Its Partnership With The Barclays ATP World Tour Finals Until 2013

Shanghai, China - LACOSTE, renowned lifestyle brand of relaxed Elegance, and the ATP, governing body for the men’s professional tennis circuit, today announced that they have extended their partnership. LACOSTE will continue as the official apparel and footwear partner of... (Full story …)

Team HEAD Player Shane Vanderson wins IRT Event in Japan

Phoenix, AZ— November 2008 - Shane Vanderson, a member of HEAD’s Elite Racquetball Team of National Pro Staff, won the 2008 IRT Japan International Tournament. The event, held in Tokyo, is the only International Racquetball Tour (IRT) event held outside... (Full story …)

November 7, 2008

Tennis Channel to Offer Complete Coverage of Men's Doubles Tennis Master Cup Championships

Bryan Brothers Make a Run for Record Fourth-Straight No. 1 Year-End Ranking Close to 30 Live and Same-Day Hours from Shanghai’s Iconic Qi Zhong Stadium, as World’s Top Doubles Players Close 2008 Season Nov. 9-16 (Full story …)

November 3, 2008

Prince Named Official Apparel and Footwear for the Prestigious Sony Ericsson Championships

Bordentown, NJ - November 3, 2008 - This week in Doha, Qatar, the top eight singles players and top four doubles teams will compete in the season-ending Sony Ericsson WTA Tour Championships for the largest purse in women’s tennis. One... (Full story …)

Lindsay Davenport to Join Tennis Channel Booth During Women's Year-End Sony Ericsson Championships

Three-Time Grand Slam Singles Champion and Former No. 1 to Handle Network Analyst Duties for the First Time (Full story …)

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

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

October 28, 2008

Tennis Channel and ESPN2 to Offer Complete Coverage of Women's Year-End Sony Ericsson Championships

More than 30 Live Hours of High-Definition Tennis from Doha, Qatar, as World’s Top Singles, Doubles Players Close 2008 Season Nov. 4-9 (Full story …)

October 27, 2008

HEAD Penn Promotes the Game of Tennis to Children at a Local Non-Profit Event

Phoenix, AZ - October 27, 2008 -- HEAD Penn Racquet Sports participated in Touchstone Behavioral Health’s 6th Annual Family Fun Day event, which supports children and families who have behavior issues at home and at school, and introduced the game... (Full story …)

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 20, 2008

HEAD Player Andy Murray Captures Second Successive Masters Series Title

Head Pros enjoy successful weekend, upsetting the top three world ranked players (Full story …)

October 8, 2008

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

Conference set for early December (Full story …)

October 6, 2008

Haverhill Women Crowned National Champions at USTA League Presented by Chrysler 2.5 Adult National Championships

LAS VEGAS (Oct. 5, 2008) - The women’s team from Haverhill, Mass., representing the USTA New England Section, captured the national title at the USTA League presented by Chrysler 2.5 Adult National Championships held at the Amanda & Stacy Darling... (Full story …)

Salt Lake City Men Crowned National Champions at USTA League Presented by Chrysler 2.5 Adult National Championships

LAS VEGAS (Oct. 5, 2008) - The men’s team from Salt Lake City, representing the USTA Intermountain Section, captured the national title at the USTA League presented by Chrysler 2.5 Adult National Championships held at the Amanda & Stacy Darling... (Full story …)

Columbia, Maryland Men Crowned National Champions at USTA League Presented by Chrysler 3.0 Adult National Championships

TUCSON, AZ - OCTOBER 5, 2008 - The men’s team from Columbia, Maryland representing the USTA Mid-Atlantic Section, captured the national title at the USTA League presented by Chrysler 3.0 Adult National Championships held at the Randolph Tennis Center in... (Full story …)

Seattle, Washington Women Crowned National Champions at USTA League Presented by Chrysler 30 Adult National Championships

TUCSON, AZ - OCTOBER 5, 2008 - The women’s team from Seattle, Washington, representing the USTA Pacific Northwest Section, captured the national title at the USTA League presented by Chrysler 3.0 Adult National Championships held at the Randolph Tennis Center... (Full story …)

Berdych Bags Fourth Career Title in Japan

Win Also Marks Fourth ATP Tour Title for Dunlop this Season (Full story …)

October 2, 2008

Michelle Larcher de Brito Reaches her first WTA Tour Quarterfinal at 15

Michelle Larcher de Brito, 15, has reached her first career WTA Tour Quarterfinal at the 2008 Tashkent Open. Today, she defeated Tatiana Poutchek, a former top 60 player, 6-4, 6-1 and will next face the #3 seed, Sorana Cirstea of... (Full story …)

October 1, 2008

Tennis Channel's Pete Sampras Documentary to be Screened at First U.S. Sports Film Festival

Panel of Tennis Experts, Show Creators to Discuss Film with Audience Following Philadelphia-Event Showing (Full story …)

TENNIS.com Named as New Title Sponsor of the 2008 TENNIS.com Zurich Open

Zurich, October 1, 2008 - The world’s leading website for tennis fans, TENNIS.com, is the new title sponsor of the Zurich Open. Celebrating its 25th year in operation, the 2008 TENNIS.com Zurich Open will host the top players from the... (Full story …)

September 29, 2008

Wilson's Peter Barker Dominates the Merritt Properties Open

Peter Barker claims second consecutive title against #1 seed (Full story …)

September 18, 2008

Versus and Tennis Channel continue 2008 Davis Cup Chase With Complete U.S. Team Coverage This Weekend

Action Starts Friday as Stars Andy Roddick, Sam Querrey, and Brothers Bob and Mike Bryan begin Quest for Second Consecutive American Championship (Full story …)

September 17, 2008

Simon and Schnyder Celebrate Victories in Bucharest and Bali

Kennelbach - Austria - September 2008 - HEAD players enjoyed success last week at various tournaments around the world. HEAD player Gilles Simon successfully defended his BCR Open Romania title in Bucharest with a victory over No. 6 seed Carlos... (Full story …)

September 11, 2008

Dimitrov Claims Second Junior Major Title

Austria, Kennelbach — HEAD Team Elite's Grigor Dimitrov completed his junior career with a second consecutive boys Major title, capturing the US Open title and the No. 1 spot in the ITF world rankings with a 6-4, 6-3 win over... (Full story …)

September 10, 2008

US Open Men's Final to be Streamed Live on CBSSports.com and USOPEN.org

CBS Sports and CBSSports.com team up with USTA to provide free live video of first US Open Men’s Final to be played on Monday since 1987 (Full story …)

Murray, Erlich/Ram Qualify For Tennis Masters Cup

US Open finalist to make debut at prestigious circuit finale Reigning Australian Open doubles champions return to Shanghai for third year (Full story …)

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 …)

Wilson's [K] Factor Dominates US Open

Serena Williams Captures 9th Grand Slam Title and Regains #1 World Ranking Roger Federer Wins 5 th Straight US Open Championship and 13th Grand Slam Title (Full story …)

Sampras and Mallory Inducted into US Open Court of Champions

International Media Selects Greatest Champions in the 127-Year History of U.S. Championships/US Open. USTA To Honor Champions with Ceremonies in Arthur Ashe Stadium Before Women’s Singles Final Sunday Night. (Full story …)

Reigning Davis Cup Champions Name Squad For 2008 Semifinals Against Spain in Madrid, September 19-21

U.S. Davis Cup Captain Patrick McEnroe Selects Andy Roddick, James Blake and Bryan Brothers for U.S. Record 11th Consecutive Time Daily Television Coverage on Versus Starts at 12 Noon ET Tennis Channel to Rebroadcast Each Day’s Action at 8 P.M. (Full story …)

DataArt and TENNIS.com in Technology Partnership; Site Optimized for the US Open Tennis Championship

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DataArt, a high-end software outsourcing company with development centers in Eastern Europe, announced today a formal technology partnership with TENNIS.com (http://www.tennis.com), the leading tennis site on the internet, and the Official website of TENNIS Magazine. For the high... (Full story …)

September 3, 2008

ESPN's Cliff Drysdale to Emcee 'Legends Ball' to Benefit the International Tennis Hall of Fame on September 5 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City

NEW YORK, NY - Cliff Drysdale, one of the most prominent and respected voices of tennis will emcee the 28th annual “Legends Ball” to benefit the International Tennis Hall of Fame on September 5 beginning at 6:30 pm at Cipriani... (Full story …)

September 2, 2008

Tennis Legends, Capturing 184 Grand Slam Titles to Attend 'Legends Ball' to Benefit the International Tennis Hall of Fame on September 5 at Cipriani in New York City

EMI/ERG Recording Artist Wendy Moten to Perform (Full story …)

Wilson's [K] Factor Sweeps Through Week 1 of US Open

Federer, Djokovic, Fish, del Potro push through to Quarterfinals. Serena and Venus Williams meet in Quarterfinals with [K] Blade Team (Full story …)

US Open Sets First Week Attendance Records

Bigger And Younger Crowds Fill Stadium to 100% Capacity. Record 423,420 Fans Attend First Week. USTA Projecting All-Time Attendance Record of 720,000 Fans -- Up 180,000 vs. 10 Years Ago; Up 100,000 vs. 5 Years Ago. US Open.org Receives Record 13.7 Million Visits in First Week. (Full story …)

August 27, 2008

Barbara Walters to Present Eugene L. Scott Award to Billie Jean King

NEW YORK, NY — Broadcasting legend Barbara Walters will present the Eugene L. Scott Award to tennis legend Billie Jean King at the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s “Legends Ball” on Friday, September 5th beginning at 6:30 pm at Cipriani... (Full story …)

Heidi Klum Designs Limited Edition US Open 'Green' Tee

T-Shirt to Be Sold at the 2008 US Open, USOpen.org and SoHo Pop-Up Store (Full story …)

DIRECTV, USA Network and CBS Deliver a Big Serve with 2008 US Open Interactive

Service Returns This Year with Three Extra Days of Coverage from CBS; Provides Access to More Than 400 Hours Of Interactive Tournament Coverage Only On DIRECTV (Full story …)

Frey Wins Fifth Annual BWI

BOSTON — Celeste Frey won this year's Boston Women's Invitational 6-2, 6-2 over Erika Bueno. Frey is a resident of Gloucester, Massachusetts and Bueno resides in Charlestown. The event was held at the Beverly Golf and Tennis Club. The tournament... (Full story …)

August 25, 2008

Ready, Set, Serve: Rums of Puerto Rico Serves Up Hip Rum Cocktails at BNP Paribas Taste of Tennis

NEW YORK — For the second consecutive year, the flavors of Puerto Rico, from cool rum cocktails to hot rum-inspired dishes created by Chef Wilo Benet of Pikayo restaurant and Mario Pagan of Chayote restaurant, both in San Juan, Puerto... (Full story …)

August 20, 2008

Wilson's Juan Martin Del Potro Wins Fourth Straight Title

Del Potro pushes through another victory with [K] Six.One 95 and [K] Factor Dominates in Olympic Doubles (Full story …)

USOpen.org Launches with Enhanced Technology and In-Depth Coverage

The Newly Redesigned Website Includes Enhanced myUSOpen.org Customizable Area, Dynamic Interactive Components, and Increased Mobile Content. Additional Broadband Video Will Feature a Live Show During Each Hour of the Day Sessions, Presented by American Express. (Full story …)

US Open Opening Night Celebration to Feature Parade of Champions and Star-Studded Entertainment

More than Twenty-Five US Open Singles Champions to Take Part in Special On-Court Ceremony Hosted by Oscar Winner Forest Whitaker. Special Musical Performances by Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Band Earth, Wind & Fire and Broadway’s Jersey Boys. (Full story …)

Wilson Official Stringer of the 2008 US Open Using Innovative New Stringing Machine

CHICAGO — For the 3rd consecutive year, Wilson has been the official stringer of the US Open, one of the four Grand Slam tournaments of the year. The Wilson stringing team will string nearly 3,000 racquets in the three weeks... (Full story …)

August 19, 2008

HEAD Pro Brings Home the Gold from Beijing

KENNELBACH, AUSTRIA — HEAD player Stanislas Wawrinka and partner Roger Federer earned an Olympic Gold Medal in men’s doubles after a 6-3, 6-4, 6-7(4), 6-3 victory over the Swedish team of Thomas Johansson and HEAD player Simon Aspelin, who took... (Full story …)

World No. 1s Nadal and Ivanovic Named 2008 US Open Top Seeds

Ten Grand Slam Champions Among the Seeded Players, Including Roger Federer, Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Andy Roddick, Novak Djokovic, Lindsay Davenport, Svetlana Kuznetsova, and Amelie Mauresmo. (Full story …)

August 18, 2008

Planned New Fan Enhancements and Programming for 2008 US Open

New Features Include Special 40th Anniversary Celebration, US Open Green Initiatives, YouTube Digital Channel, Enhanced Fan Ticket Exchange Program and More. Popular Features Returning Include Free Hand-Held TV’s, Children Anthem Singers, Instant Replay with Three Challenges, and Expanded Merchandise Offerings. (Full story …)

August 14, 2008

Rising Star Jessie Levine and USTA Boys' 18s National Champion Austin Krajicek Headline US Open Wild Cards

Six Americans Awarded Entry. Local Tennis Player Bryan Koniecko (Syosset) Receives Qualifying Wild Card (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 …)

US Open Wild Cards Awarded to Four Teenagers

Other Wild Cards Include U.S. Fed Cuppers Jamea Jackson and Ahsha Rolle (Full story …)

USPTA Offers High School Coaches Workshop at World Conference on Tennis

– Workshop sponsored by USTA – (Full story …)

August 12, 2008

DecoTurf Surface Chosen for the Legg Mason Tennis Classic

Andover, MA, August 2008 –- For the sixth consecutive year, the organizers of the Legg Mason Tennis Classic have chosen DecoTurf as the Official Surface provider of their world-class tennis tournament. The Legg Mason Tennis Classic, celebrating its 40th year,... (Full story …)

Twenty Children Ages 12-and-Under to Perform Patriotic-Themed Songs on the World's Stage at the 2008 US Open

Winners Competed at the Second Annual US Open Casting Call Held Earlier this Summer at Radio City Music Hall (Full story …)

August 11, 2008

The 2008 Hamptons Pro/Am Tennis Invitational Benefiting the Prostate Cancer Foundation

Wainscott, NY -- The 4th Annual Hamptons Pro/Am Tennis Invitational benefiting the Prostate Cancer Foundation is scheduled to take place on August 17th at the prestigious East Hampton Indoor/Outdoor Tennis Facility in Wainscott, NY. The Prostate Cancer Foundation holds two... (Full story …)

August 7, 2008

Jelena Jankovic Uses Prince O3 Technology to Become World's New No.1

23 year-old Jelena Jankovic will officially become the new No.1 ranked female tennis player in the world - only the 18th woman ever to claim the sport’s top spot. It has been a wild ride for the former No. 1... (Full story …)

August 5, 2008

Murray Claims First ATP Masters Series Title

KENNELBACH, AUSTRIA — HEAD players fought their way to victory last week at tournaments around the world. No. 8 seeded HEAD Player Andy Murray defeated World No. 3 Novak Djokovic 7-6(4), 7-6 (5) to earn his first Masters Series Title... (Full story …)

July 29, 2008

TENNIS.com to Provide Live Text Commentary for 2008 Olympic Tennis Matches Streamed Online on NBCOlympics.com

Coverage to Include Matches Not Televised (Full story …)

Rogers Cup to Be Played on DecoTurf

Andover, MA, July 2008 –- Continuing a partnership that began in 1987, DecoTurf is proud to have once again been selected as the tennis surface of the Rogers Cup WTA Tournament, to be played in Montreal July 26th through August... (Full story …)

2008 U.S Open Sets the Stage for Introductions of Prince Bag Collections

New Pro Team 100 and Sharapova Collections Certain to Turn Heads at Year’s Last Grand Slam (Full story …)

Wilson Named Official Tennis Ball For the 2008 Summer Olympics

Chicago — For the second consecutive Olympic competition, the Wilson US Open Tennis Ball will serve as the Official Ball for the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, China. The Olympics host some of the highest profiles players in the... (Full story …)

July 28, 2008

DecoTurf Tennis Surface is Once Again Selected for the US Open Series in Cincinnati

Andover, MA, July/August 2008 -- As momentum builds towards the US Open, the Lindner Family Tennis Center will host the Western & Southern Financial Group Masters as part of the US Open Series, July 28th – August 2nd. The play... (Full story …)

July 25, 2008

SRO SPORTS The Exclusive Distributor of Wimbledon DVDs Brings Tennis Fans the Greatest Match of All Time 2008 Wimbledon Final: Nadal vs. Federer Wimbledon Has a New King!

New York, NY (July 24, 2008) –- Tennis fans can now relive the greatest match in tennis history as SRO Sports, the exclusive distributor of Wimbledon DVDs, announces the release of. 2008Wimbledon Final: Nadal vs. Federer. This historic DVD will... (Full story …)

July 21, 2008

USPTA Texas Division Southwest Tennis Buying Show to be held in Houston

-- More than 100 buyers are expected -- (Full story …)

July 15, 2008

Incline Village Tennis Center Hosts Junior Tennis Fundraiser August 1-2, 2008

Incline Village, NV-- The Incline Village Tennis Center is hosting a special event on to benefit the junior tennis program for North Lake Tahoe. Former top 50 player and current TV tennis commentator Justin Gimelstob will play an exhibition match... (Full story …)

Robredo Wins Battle Between Dunlop Tour Team Members

Third Win on Tour this Season for Aerogel Racquets (Full story …)

July 10, 2008

Tennis Channel to Carry Close to 150 Hours of Live and Same-Day Coverage of 2008 Olympus US Open Series in HD

Prime-Time Sunday Doubles Finals on Network Again this Summer, in Addition to Singles Semifinal, Quarterfinal and Early Round Play (Full story …)

July 9, 2008

Nadal Leads Star Trio To Tennis Masters Cup Shanghai

Nadal, Federer & Djokovic to return to Shanghai for prestigious circuit finale. Nestor/Zimonjic, Bryan brothers first duos to secure spots in elite eight-team field. (Full story …)

TENNIS.com Sees Surge in Online Audience for Wimbledon

New York (July 9, 2008) -- TENNIS.com today announced that Wimbledon helped draw record audiences to its site with 1.5 million unique visits during the tournament, a 57% increase in daily uniques over last year. The biggest gain was for... (Full story …)

July 8, 2008

Dimitrov Claims Boys Championship at Wimbledon

KENNELBACH, AUSTRIA — HEAD's Team Elite members had a remarkable week at Wimbledon, with Grigor Dimitrov's boys singles championship leading the way. Dimitrov, a 17-year-old from Bulgaria, became the first player from that country to secure the prestigious junior title,... (Full story …)

HEAD Pros Swing for Success at Wimbledon

KENNELBACH, AUSTRIA — HEAD players battled tough competition to reach the semifinal and final rounds of Wimbledon last weekend. Former World No. 1 and HEAD player Marat Safin reached the semifinal round where he faced five-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer,... (Full story …)

International Tennis Hall of Fame Presents Sony Ericsson With The Joseph F. Cullman 3rd Award

Award to be Presented at the Legends Ball Friday, September 5, 2008 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City (Full story …)

July 7, 2008

Wilson's [K] Factor Technology Dominates Wimbledon

Venus Williams wins 7th Grand Slam with [K] Blade Team. Daniel Nestor completes a career Slam in Men’s doubles with his [K] Six.One 95. Roger Federer has thrilling 5 set final with his [K] Six.One Tour. (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 30, 2008

50% of Players in Wimbledon Men’s Round of 16 Playing with HEAD MicroGEL

Phoenix, AZ– June 30, 2008 –- HEAD players have shown success this year at Wimbledon through the round of 16. Eight HEAD players remain in the men’s main draw which means 50% of the players are playing with HEAD MicroGEL!... (Full story …)

June 27, 2008

The Claremont Resort and Spa Partners With Berkeley Tennis Club for the Girls' 18 National Championship

BERKELEY, Calif. -– The Berkeley Tennis Club (BTC) and The Claremont Resort & Spa are proud to once again host the USTA Girls' 18 National Championship August 2-10, 2008. Top players throughout the country have an opportunity to show their... (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 24, 2008

Ivo Karlovic wins Slazenger Open in Nottingham

KENNELBACH, AUSTRIA — HEAD players enjoyed success last week at various tournaments around the world. HEAD player Ivo Karlovic of Croatia successfully defended his title at the Slazenger Open in Nottingham as he defeated No. 3 seed Fernando Verdasco 7-5,... (Full story …)

June 23, 2008

HEAD Wheelchair Players Have Solid Showing at World Team Cup in Italy

Phoenix, AZ – June 18, 2008 -- The nation's top wheelchair tennis players competed against participants from 34 countries, June 9th - 15th at the Invacare World Team Cup in Cermona, Italy. HEAD sponsored players representing the United States and... (Full story …)

The Championships, Wimbledon

Dates: June 23rd to July 6th, 2008 Event Venue: All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, England Surface: Grass Prize Money: £11,812,000 GBP Defending Champion: Venus Williams of the USA The top tennis players in the world make... (Full story …)

‘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 …)

June 19, 2008

PTR Schedules Professional Development Weekend

Hilton Head Island, SC -- Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will hold its annual Professional Development Weekend, October 16-19, 2008. The event will be held at PTR Headquarters, located at the Van der Meer Shipyard Racquet Club on Hilton Head Island,... (Full story …)

GreenSlam Featured On Sundance Channel's 'The Green' Billie Jean King Profiled on Eco-Biz

NEW YORK, NY (June 18, 2008) -- Billie Jean King and GreenSlam are currently featured in a profile on Eco-Biz, now airing on The Sundance Channel. The Sundance Channel segment, which first aired on June 17, will air this week... (Full story …)

World TeamTennis Matches to Air on Tennis Channel and VERSUS

Regional cable networks to show additional matches (Full story …)

June 18, 2008

HEAD Wheelchair Players Have Solid Showing at World Team Cup in Italy

Phoenix, AZ – June 18, 2008 -- The nation's top wheelchair tennis players competed against participants from 34 countries, June 9th - 15th at the Invacare World Team Cup in Cermona, Italy. HEAD sponsored players representing the United States and... (Full story …)

June 16, 2008

Ektelon’s 'Three R’s' Rocky, Rhonda and Ruben Cap Dream Season

Rajsich and Carson End Year Ranked #1 in the World (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

Tennis Channel's French Open Tonight Gives Fans Insights

Federer, Sharapova, McEnroe, Navratilova Just a few of the Guests to Appear on the Nightly Recap Show During the First Week of the French Open (Full story …)

Prince Brand Sees Significant Presence at Roland Garros

Prince Brand Sees Significant Presence in footwear and apparel (in addition to racquets) at Major for First Time in Company History (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 28, 2008

Lejay Seen On Court at Roland Garros!

American tennis player, VANIA KING, was spotted on court at the French Open today wearing Lejay! She is sporting our Ruffled Camisole Dress (Style C3446) from the Cotton Candy Collection. She is shown left wearing the same dress at the... (Full story …)

May 22, 2008

Tennis Channel's French Open Coverage Begins Sunday, May 25th

Grand Slam Telecast Includes Nightly Prime-Time Show French Open Tonight, Same-Day Semifinal Replays (Full story …)

May 20, 2008

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

Florida’s Adrians Zguns and Iowa’s Marina McCollom win singles titles at the USPTA Clay Court Championships

Adrians Zguns of Port Saint Lucie, Fla., won the men’s open title at the $8,000 United States Professional Tennis Association Clay Court Championships Monday, May 12, at the Ibis Golf and Country Club in West Palm Beach, Fla., after defeating... (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 …)

Prince PPI Program Crowns First World Team Champion in Rome

Heads to Tulsa for PPI All-American Individual Championships. Revolutionary Junior Program Set to Showcase U.S Talent in front of Division I Coaches (Full story …)

May 14, 2008

Tennisforum.com: ATP Internazionali BNL d'Italia

When: May 12th to May 18th, 2008 Event Venue: Foro Italico in Rome, Italy Surface: Clay/Outdoors Prize Money: $2,450,000 Defending Champion: Jelena Jankovic of Serbia The ATP Internazionali BNL d'Italia, commonly known as the Italian Masters, is well underway at... (Full story …)

May 13, 2008

DecoTurf Chosen for NCAA Division I Tennis Championships

The University of Tulsa to host this year’s NCAA Men’s Division I Championships on DecoTurf (Full story …)

May 12, 2008

Tennis Channel Adds US Open to Grand Slam Lineup

Largest Annually Attended Sporting Event is Most Recent Component in Network’s Grand Slam Multimedia Alliance with ESPN, which Also will Include Olympus US Open Series Tennis Channel to Televise More than 60 Hours of Live US Open Matches, Including First-Weekend Prime Time, and Daily News and Highlights Beginning in 2009 Fourth Major Completes Network Grand Slam Circle (Full story …)

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 7, 2008

WTA Tour Qatar Telecom German Open

Event: The Qatar German Open Dates: May 5th to May 11th, 2008 Event Venue: Rot-Weiss Tennis Club in Berlin, Germany Surface: Clay/Outdoors Prize Money: $1,340,000 USD Defending Champion: Ana Ivanovic of Serbia The German Open is underway at the Rot-Weiss... (Full story …)

May 6, 2008

Four U.S. Junior Teams Go Undefeated to Win Regional Championships and Qualify for World Finals

Junior Davis Cup, Junior Fed Cup and World Junior Tennis Teams All Advance U.S. Girls’ World Junior Tennis Team Will Attempt to Win Back-to-Back Titles in August (Full story …)

Tennis Channel Teams With California Giant Berry Farms to Promote Network's Inaugural Wimbledon Coverage

Co-Branded “The Sweetest Match” Partnership Uses Historic Tennis Tournament’s Strawberries and Cream Tradition, Mutual Health Benefits of Both Tennis and Strawberries to Put Products in Front of Like Consumers Promotion to Generate Unprecedented 1.25 Billion Media Impressions for Network (Full story …)

May 2, 2008

USPTA to Host Tennis Across America Clinic With Zina Garrison and Her Academy at MacGregor Park

USPTA encourages kids to play Tennis — for the health of it!SM with free tennis clinic (Full story …)

April 29, 2008

Top Junior Tennis Academies Set to Compete in Inaugural Prince Plugged In World Championships

Kids and Coaches Head to Rome, Italy for Once In a Lifetime Opportunity (Full story …)

April 28, 2008

'Legends Ball' Benefiting the International Tennis Hall of Fame Friday, September 5, 2008 at Cipriani in New York City

Honorees to Include Billie Jean King and Michael Chang More Than a Dozen Hall of Famers Expected to Attend 28th Annual Gala (Full story …)

April 22, 2008

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

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

April 16, 2008

WTAWorld.com: Family Circle Cup Tournament

When: April 12th to April 20th, 2008 Event Venue: Family Circle Tennis Center in Charleston, South Carolina 2007 Champion: Jelena Jankovic Prize Money: $1,340,000 Playing Surface: Clay The 35th annual Family Circle Cup tournament is underway in Charleston, South Carolina... (Full story …)

April 15, 2008

Sharapova Wins Bausch and Lomb Championships for Third Title of Year

2008 Australian Open Champ Keeps Wins Coming for O3 Racquet Technology (Full story …)

April 10, 2008

Tennis Channel to Sell Las Vegas Tournament to ATP

City and Network Created Historic Pro Tennis Tournament, Landmark Television Coverage (Full story …)

Family Circle Cup, Ginn Tribute Hosted by Annika, and AVP Charleston Open Offer Charleston Elite Woman's Sports Package

CHARLESTON, SC –- With the grace and charm of a genuine southern belle, the genteel city of Charleston has long been renowned for its storied contributions to American history. With the arrival of premier tennis, golf, and pro beach volleyball... (Full story …)

April 7, 2008

Prince Dominates Sony Ericsson Open

7 of 12 Finalists and 5 Champions! (Full story …)

April 3, 2008

Family Circle Cup to Celebrate 35th Anniversary With Dunlop

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

March 26, 2008

USTA Announces 2007 Recreational Coach Workshop Host Site of the Year

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

Nadal to Blog for Tennis.com During 2008 Sony Ericsson Open

NEW YORK, NY -- If you always wondered what it’s like to be Rafael Nadal during a tournament, just surf on over to TENNIS.com beginning on Thursday, March 27, as the three-time French Open champion and #2 ranked player in... (Full story …)

World's First Tennis Match on Water Played at Gansevoort South in Miami

Playing On Water Injecting the sport with a dose of mainstream glamour, Sony Ericsson successfully engineered the world's fist-ever tennis match on water, played yesterday at the rooftop pool of the new Gansevoort South hotel in South Beach, Miami. Balanced... (Full story …)

March 25, 2008

Federer, Bryans Win Multiple ATP Awards

Miami, Florida — Roger Federer and Bob and Mike Bryan are the big winners in the 2007 ATP Awards, which were announced today in Miami on the eve of the Sony Ericsson Open. For the fourth consecutive year, Federer won... (Full story …)

March 24, 2008

Record attendance at the Pacific Life Open again

For the second year in a row, the Pacific Life Open's attendance topped 300,000, with the final total of 331,269. Attendance has grown by ten fold since the beginning of the event in 1976 when 30,000 people attended the tournament.... (Full story …)

March 20, 2008

Pacific Life Open to be Played on Plexipave

California Products Plexipave IW Surface Selected for Indian Wells (Full story …)

March 19, 2008

John McEnroe to Return to New York Sportimes for 2008 World TeamTennis Season

NEW YORK, N.Y. (March 19, 2008) -- John McEnroe will return for his 8th season with the World TeamTennis Pro League presented by Advanta when the Hall of Famer plays three road matches for the New York Sportimes this summer.... (Full story …)

Garrison and Harmon Named Coaches of 2008 U.S. Olympic Tennis Teams

U.S. Fed Cup Captain and USTA Director of Men’s Tennis To Lead Olympic Teams in Beijing. Dan James Named Coach for U.S. Paralympic Wheelchair Tennis Team. (Full story …)

March 13, 2008

Legg Mason Renews Title Sponsorship

Defending Champion Andy Roddick Commits for 40th Anniversary of Tennis Classic. Tournament to be held August 9-17, 2008 (Full story …)

March 11, 2008

USPTA Announces 2008 National Tournament Schedule

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - March 11, 2008 -- In 2008 the United States Professional Tennis Association will once again present the USPTA National Surface Championship Series and offer its members the chance to earn prize money and ranking points. USPTA... (Full story …)

March 6, 2008

Americans headline wildcard entries at the Pacific Life Open

Fish, Ginepri, Young, Isner, King, Rolle, Mattek, Haynes, Brengle, and Oudin Will Vie For The Title (Full story …)

WTAWorld.com: The 2008 Bangalore Open

WTAWorld.com: The 2008 Bangalore Open When: March 3rd to March 9th Event Location: Bangalore, India Prize Money: $600,000 Defending Champion: Yaroslavia Shvedova The 2008 Bangalore Open is underway in India with 22 year-old Jelena Jankovic as the tournament’s top seed.... (Full story …)

March 5, 2008

HEAD Penn Racquet Sports to Continue as Official Sponsor of Beach Tennis USA

PHOENIX – March 5, 2008 –- HEAD Penn Racquet Sports and Beach Tennis USA have renewed their partnership for another year. HEAD will serve as the official racquet and Penn will be the official ball for all the events, comprising... (Full story …)

Former Cup Finalists Elena Dementieva and Dinara Safina enter 35th Anniversary Event

2008 Family Circle Cup Player Field Includes All Active Former Champions & Finalists (Full story …)

March 4, 2008

Pacific Life Open announces Fox Sports Net as new broadcast partner

National sports networks to televise more than 40 hours of coverage (Full story …)

Team HEAD’s Jack Huczek Wins Fifth Consecutive Tournament

SAN DIEGO — Jack Huczek, a member of HEAD’s elite racquetball team of National Pro Staff, won the International Racquetball Tour’s (IRT) San Diego Open on Sunday at the American Athletic Club. Huczek (Rochester Hills, Mich.) defeated Rocky Carson (Ladera... (Full story …)

Family Circle Cup 35th Anniversary Kick-Off Event to Feature Player Appearances and Fireworks

Legendary Tennis Commentator Bud Collins to Emcee Family Circle Cup 35th Anniversary Celebration (Full story …)

February 27, 2008

COLLEGE TENNIS: Gustavus Adolphus captures title at ITA Division III National Men's Team Indoor Championship

SAINT PETER, MINN. -– Host and No. 3 seed Gustavus Adolphus upset defending champions and No. 1 seed UC-Santa Cruz 5-4, in Sunday's final at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association Division III National Men's Team Indoor Championship at the Swanson Tennis... (Full story …)

February 26, 2008

Team HEAD’s Jack Huczek Wins IRT Stop in Seattle

SEATTLE — Jack Huczek, a member of HEAD’s elite racquetball team of National Pro Staff, won the International Racquetball Tour’s (IRT) Seattle Open on Sunday. Huczek (Rochester Hills, Mich.) defeated Jason Mannino (San Diego, Calif.) in the five-game championship final... (Full story …)

HEAD Pros Swing to Victory at Recent Tournaments

KENNELBACH, AUSTRIA — HEAD players enjoyed success last week at tournaments around the world. ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament, Rotterdam, Netherlands HEAD player Robin Soderling reached his first final of the year with a 6-3, 6-2 win against HEAD fellow... (Full story …)

February 25, 2008

ESPN Deportes Begins Exclusive Telecasts of the Mexican Tennis Open

Live Coverage from Acapulco, Mexico to Showcase World-Class Players (Full story …)

February 19, 2008

Team HEAD’s Ruiz and Huczek Win USA Racquetball National Doubles Titles

Tempe, Ariz. -– Aimee Ruiz and Jack Huczek separately captured National Titles on Sunday at the 2008 USA Racquetball National Doubles Championships at the Arizona State University Recreation Center. Both Ruiz and Huczek are members of HEAD’s Pro Staff and... (Full story …)

February 18, 2008

Donald J. Trump Pro/Am Tennis Invitational Benefiting the Prostate Cancer Foundation

Palm Beach, FL, February 18, 2008 —- The 11th Annual Donald J. Trump Pro/Am Tennis Invitational benefiting the Prostate Cancer Foundation is scheduled to take place on February 24th at the prestigious Mar-a-Lago Estate of Mr. Trump in Palm Beach,... (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 …)

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 28, 2008

Novak Djokovic and His New Wilson [K]Blade Tour Win Their First Grand Slam Title

Novak Djokovic and Jo-Wilfried Tsonga switch to new [K]Blade rackets for 2008 and go on to dominate the men’s draw at the OZ Open (Full story …)

Maria Sharapova Leads O3 Dominance Down Under En Route to Third Grand Slam Title

Bordentown, NJ -– At only twenty years old, Maria Sharapova has already captured three of tennis’ four Grand Slam titles. With her Prince O3 White in hand, Sharapova soundly knocked off the No.1, No. 3, and No. 4 seeds on... (Full story …)

January 23, 2008

The 2008 Miller Zell U.S. Squash Championships

Atlanta, Georgia, January 23, 2008 -– U.S. Squash announced today that Invesco, The Coca-Cola Company, and Raymond James Financial will present The 2008 Miller Zell U.S. Squash Championships, March 13th-16th, in Atlanta, Georgia. The Miller Zell Championships will include the... (Full story …)

January 16, 2008

WTAWorld.com: The Australian Open

When: January 14th to January 27th Where: Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia Defending: Serena Williams Combined Prize Money (Men, Doubles etc.): 20,000,000 AU The 2008 Australian Open is underway in Melbourne, Australia. Defending champion Serena Williams will face a tough... (Full story …)

Family Circle Cup Selects Winner of Fifth Annual T-Shirt Design Contest

CHARLESTON, SC (January 16, 2008) — The Family Circle Cup is proud to announce the fifth annual Family Circle Cup official T-shirt design contest WINNER! This year’s winning submission came from 26-year-old Joanna Hall from Lexington, KY. Hall is an... (Full story …)

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 …)

January 9, 2008

The Medibank International

When: Monday January 7th to Sunday January 13th, 2008 Where: Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Center in Sydney, Australia Winner Earnings: $95,500 US Defending: Kim Clijsters The world’s top tennis stars are in Sydney this week competing at the city’s largest... (Full story …)

January 7, 2008

Martina Navratilova to Cover All Tennis Channel Grand Slams in 2008

Tennis Icon’s First Assignment to be Primary Commentator with Veteran Sportscaster Bill Macatee on Network’s Australian Open Telecast January 14-27 Tennis Channel Unveils Australian Open On-Air Team, Telecast Schedule – Including Nightly Prime-Time (Full story …)

January 2, 2008

USTA Selects Top Juniors to Compete in Two Prestigious International 14-and-Under Tournaments

Two-Week Trip to Europe includes Teen Tennis in Bolton, England, and Les Petits As in Tarbes, France (Full story …)

December 14, 2007

USTA Selects La Jolla, CA for Fed Cup Quarterfinal vs. Germany

Two of the Top Fed Cup Nations to Meet Feb. 2-3 Tickets Go On Sale Week of December 21 (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 27, 2007

Juicy News - Dunlop Named Title Sponsor of Orange Bowl

Miami, FL — Further bolstering its commitment to junior tennis, Dunlop is pleased to announce its role as Title Sponsor to one of the most prestigious junior tournaments in the world, the Orange Bowl International Tennis Championships held at The... (Full story …)

Sampras-Federer Replays on Tennischannel.com

Tennis Channel is offering fans the chance to see last week’s historic showdown between Pete Sampras and Roger Federer as well as the Rafael Nadal-Richard Gasquet exhibition in Malaysia, online at www.TennisChannel.com. All matches will be FREE and posted on... (Full story …)

November 7, 2007

WTAWorld.com: Sony Ericsson Championships

When: November 6th to November 11th, 2007 Where: Recinto Ferial de la Casa de Campo in Madrid, Spain Purse: $3 million Defending: Justine Henin The season ending Sony-Ericsson Championship is underway at the Recinto Ferial de la Casa de Campo... (Full story …)

November 6, 2007

Erlich/Ram Replace Bryans in Tennis Masters Cup Field

Popular Israelis return to Shanghai for second straight year Mike Bryan’s elbow injury sidelines No. 1 duo (Full story …)

November 2, 2007

Georgia’s Oren Motevassel and Pennsylvania’s Shareen Lai capture singles titles at the USPTA Hard Court Championships

Oren Motevassel, the No. 1 seed, of Alpharetta, Ga., claimed the men’s open title at the $8,000 United States Professional Tennis Association Hard Court Championships Sunday at the Hollytree Country Club in Tyler, Texas. Motevassel defeated the No. 3 seed,... (Full story …)

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 …)

October 31, 2007

Midtown Clubs Design Adult and Performance Junior Curriculum

October 30, 2007 — Tennis Corporation of America (TCA)/Midtown Clubs has announced a partnership with Wayne Elderton, Course Facilitator for Tennis Canada, to develop exclusive Adult and Performance Junior curriculum for Midtown clubs. Elderton recently introduced his “situation” Game Based... (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 …)

College Tennis Exposure Camp December 8-9 At USF

TAMPA, FL — The College Tennis Academy will hold its annual College Tennis Exposure Camp December 8-9 at University of South Florida in Tampa. The camp is open to high school and USTA tournament players, ages 15-18, who are interested... (Full story …)

Prince Players and O3 Racquet Technology Show Dominance Capturing Three Tour Titles in Twenty-Four Hours

Bryans, Hantuchova and Huber Win Titles; Gear Up For Championships (Full story …)

October 25, 2007

Henri 'Bijou' Elkins Tennis Show

The Henri “Bijou” Tennis Show was busy during the weekend of October 18-20 in Austin, Texas. Together with Master Pro Fernando Velasco, the Bijou Show was seen at the Opening Ceremonies of the Little Mo National Tournament at the Austin... (Full story …)

October 23, 2007

WTAWorld.com- Generali Ladies Linz

When: October 20th to October 28th, 2007 Event Venue: Intersport Arena Linz Purse: $600,000 Winning Share: $88,265 Defending: Maria Sharapova The Generali Ladies Linz is underway at the Intersport Arena in Linz, Austria. This week's top seeds are Russian Anna... (Full story …)

Bryan Brothers Capture Ninth Title of Year with Win in Madrid

Masters Series Win Helps World’s #1 Team Reach Another Career Milestone (Full story …)

September 24, 2007

U.S. Teams Announced for Junior Davis Cup and Junior Fed Cup Finals

Finals Will Be Played in Reggio Emilio, Italy, September 25-30 (Full story …)

September 21, 2007

This Week in Tennis: The China Open

Date: September 17th to September 23rd Event Venue: Beijing Tennis Center Total Prize Money: $600,000 The Beijing Tennis Center has been seeing some serious competitive action this week as it plays host to the China Open. The finals are set... (Full story …)

Port Saint Lucie’s Zguns Wins Singles Title at USPTA Championships

Wesley Chapel, Fla. –- Adrians Zguns of Port Saint Lucie, Fla., claimed the men’s open title at the $30,000 USPTA International Championships Thursday at the Saddlebrook Resort Tennis Center in Wesley Chapel, Fla. Zguns, the No. 2 seed, earned the... (Full story …)

September 18, 2007

2007 USTA Florida State Doubles Championships Post Press Release - tennis

The Florida Tennis Center in Daytona Beach played host this past weekend to 368 USTA junior tennis players for the 59th annual 2007 USTA Florida State Doubles Championships, September 15-16. The doubles tournament produced exciting matches between top junior tennis... (Full story …)

September 17, 2007

World’s Top 8 Tennis Players to be Cast as Chinese Terracotta Warriors

Shanghai, China — The ATP, governing body of the men’s professional tennis circuit, has commissioned a sculptor to create Terracotta Warriors of the best eight tennis players in the world to mark the Tennis Masters Cup, the prestigious circuit ending... (Full story …)

September 13, 2007

Bryan Bros. Clinch Stanford ATP Doubles Race

American Twins Finish Year-end No. 1 for Third Straight Year (Full story …)

This week in Tennis: The Wismilak Open/Commonwealth Bank Tennis Classic

When: September 10th to September 16th, 2007 Where: Bali, Indonesia Surface: Hard Court Defending: Svetlana Kuznetsova Prize Money: $225,000 The Wismilak Open/Commonwealth Bank Tennis Classic is underway on the island of Bali, Indonesia. Defending champion, Svetlana Kuznetsova, who has won... (Full story …)

HEAD Pros Swing into the Finals at the U.S. Open

KENNELBACH, AUSTRIA — HEAD players enjoyed two weeks of challenging and successful tournaments in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. at the 2007 U.S. Open. World No. 2 and HEAD player Svetlana Kuznetsova battled her way through to the final round of the... (Full story …)

September 11, 2007

Madison Brengle and Patrick McEnroe join Advanta WTT Smash Hits

New York, N.Y. (September 11, 2007) — Teenager Madison Brengle of Dover, Del., and Patrick McEnroe have been added to the field for the 2007 Advanta WTT Smash Hits, a charity tennis event co-hosted by Billie Jean King and Elton... (Full story …)

September 10, 2007

Wilson Dominates 2007 Grand Slam Capturing 7 of 8 Singles Championships

Federer and Henin Deliver Another Wilson Titles Sweep at 2007 US Open (Full story …)

September 7, 2007

The US Open is nearing the Finals!

When: August 27th to September 9th, 2007 Event Venue: The USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. Surface: Hard/Outdoors Prize Money: $19,600,000 US Women’s Single Winner: $1,400,000 US Defending: Maria Sharapova Broadcast: USA Network and CBS... (Full story …)

September 4, 2007

Beijing Olympic Tennis to be Played on DecoTurf

Andover, MA, September 4, 2007 — DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis court surface in the world, announced that their full cushioned tennis surface DecoTurf II, has been selected for the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China. The Beijing Organizing Committee... (Full story …)

Prince Sports, Inc. Joins Fight to Improve Environmental Practices in Sports

Tennis Leader Joins Billie Jean King’s GreenSlam Initiative (Full story …)

August 31, 2007

Florida’s Paulo Barros and Marine Nizri win singles titles at the USPTA Grass Court Championships

Aug. 31, 2007 — Paulo Barros of Orlando, Fla., defended his men’s open title at the $5,000 United States Professional Tennis Association Grass Court Championships Sunday at the Philadelphia Cricket Club in Philadelphia after defeating James Kohr of York, Pa.,... (Full story …)

August 30, 2007

2007 US Open Sets Four Consecutive Attendance Records in First Two Days

New Combined Day and Night Session Record of 60,619 Set on Tuesday, August 28, 2007 Single Day Session Record of 36,886 Set on Tuesday Back-to-Back Sellouts of Both Night Sessions (Full story …)

August 29, 2007

The US Open is underway: Henin #1 Seed

When: August 27th to September 9th, 2007 Event Venue: The USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. Surface: Hard/Outdoors Prize Money: $19,600,000 US Women’s Single Winner: $1,400,000 US Defending: Maria Sharapova Broadcast: USA Network and CBS... (Full story …)

August 27, 2007

Dunlop Star James Blake Wins Pilot Pen Championship

Enters US Open After Notching 10th ATP Career Singles Title. (Full story …)

August 23, 2007

'The Legends Ball' Silent, Live, and Online Auction to Benefit the ITHF

Vacation Getaways, Event Tickets, Fantasy Sports Experiences, Federer Signed Wimbledon Racquet, U2’s Edge Signed Guitar and More up for Bid. Live and Silent Auction at Cipriani 42nd Street and Online at www.tennisfame.com. (Full story …)

August 20, 2007

Pilot Pen Tournament Chooses DecoTurf Once Again

Andover, MA — The Connecticut Tennis Center, on the campus of Yale University in New Haven, has chosen DecoTurf once again as the cushioned playing surface for the exciting Pilot Pen Tennis Tournament. The Pilot Pen is the final stop... (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 …)

August 14, 2007

US Open Series Event in Toronto Again Chooses DecoTurf

Andover, MA — The “Greatest Road Trip in Sports” heads north to Toronto this week as the Women’s Rogers Cup becomes the latest US Open Series tournament to be played on cushioned DecoTurf. This is the sixth consecutive year that... (Full story …)

August 10, 2007

WTA This Week: The Rogers Cup

When: August 11th to 19th Where: Rexall Centre, Toronto, Canada Defending Champion: Ana Ivanović Purse: U.S. $1.34 Million This weekend the Rogers Cup kicks off at the Rexall Centre in Toronto, Canada. This event comes but once in every two... (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 8, 2007

Dunlop Star Tommy Robredo Captures 5th Career ATP Title

Wins Second Championship at Poland’s Orange Prokom Open. (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 1, 2007

Sacramento Capitals Capture WTT Championship With 24-20 Win Over New York Buzz

ROSEVILLE, Calif. (July 29, 2007) – The Sacramento Capitals defeated the New York Buzz 24-20 in overtime to win a record sixth World TeamTennis Championship in Roseville, Calif. The Caps last won the WTT title in 2002. This was New... (Full story …)

July 30, 2007

DecoTurf’s DecoColor Tennis Surface is Once Again Selected for the US Open Series in Washington, D.C.

Andover, MA —As momentum builds towards the US Open, the William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center will host the Legg Mason Tennis Classic as part of the US Open Series, July 30 – August 5th. The play will once again take... (Full story …)

July 27, 2007

WTAworld.com: This Week in Tennis

Acura Classic When: July 28th-August 5th Where: La Costa Resort and Spa, Carlsbad, California 2006 Winner: Maria Sharapova Prize Money: $1,340,000 Draw Size: 56 Singles/32 Qualifying/28 Doubles The Acura Classic will take place this Saturday at La Costa Resort and... (Full story …)

July 18, 2007

Federer, Nadal, Bryan Brothers Secure Tennis Masters Cup Shanghai Spots

Shanghai, China - The world’s leading singles players and Wimbledon finalists, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, and the top-ranked doubles pairing of Bob and Mike Bryan, all have secured their places in the prestigious circuit finale, the Tennis Masters Cup... (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 …)

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 …)

Campbell's Hall of Fame Tennis Championships

Campbell's Hall of Fame Tennis Championships Results - Saturday, July 14, 2007 Go to www.tennisfame.com for LIVE Scoring, Results and Schedule of Play. NORTHEAST Tennis Magazine Aces Race After Day 6 of competition, the leaders in the 2007 NORTHEAST Tennis... (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 …)

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

Wimbledon Final Earns Best Overnight Since 2004

NBC’s McEnroe on Federer-Nadal: “One of the all-time matches I’ve seen at Wimbledon.” Note: Corrected Top 10 Metered Markets (Full story …)

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 …)

June 28, 2007

'Which Racquet Will James Blake Play?' Winner Chosen

Greenville Mayor Knox White Draws Lucky Contestant Who Picked Dunlop’s Aerogel 2HUNDRED (Full story …)

2007 US Open Theme Art Captures the Spirit of the US Open and Welcomes the World to New York

Joanne Hus First Woman to Design US Open Theme Art (Full story …)

June 27, 2007

USTA names Fed Cup team for semifinal

Sold-Out Capacity Crowd of 4,100 at Stowe, Vt. Live Coverage on The Tennis Channel (Full story …)

Kiefer Accepts Wild Card into Campbell's Hall of Fame Tennis Championships

NEWPORT, RI — The International Tennis Hall of Fame announced today that Germany’s Nicolas Kiefer has accepted a wild card to play in the Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships July 9-15. Mark Philippoussis, a wild card in last year’s... (Full story …)

June 26, 2007

Hall of Fame Classic Exhibition to Feature 2007 Inductees Pete Sampras and Arantxa Sanches-Vicario

Hall of Famers Rod Laver and Stan Smith also Scheduled to Play (Full story …)

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 …)

Ljubicic and Karlovic Celebrate First Grass Court Victory

Kennelbach – Austria – June 2007 - HEAD players Ivan Ljubicic and compatriot Ivo Karlovic from Croatia both won their first grass court title last week. Ljubicic won in s’Hertogenbosch while Karlovic succeeded in Nottingham. HEAD Player and No. 2... (Full story …)

June 20, 2007

Campbell's Hall of Fame Tennis Championships: Player Field Represents 17 Different Countries

NEWPORT, RI — The International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced that this year’s Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships field will once again have an international flavor as players from 17 different countries will descend upon Newport. The Campbell’s... (Full story …)

Fundraiser for the Texas Tennis Museum and Hall of Fame

On July 7th, 2007 at the Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center from 8am to noon we will be having an English Breakfast and watching the Women’s Single Finals at Wimbledon on a 10ft HD TV. There will be courts... (Full story …)

June 19, 2007

Head Wants to Know: 'Are You Radical Enough?'

Submit your video clip for a chance to hit with Agassi. (Full story …)

Tomas Berdych Wins Gerry Weber Open

HALLE, GERMANY — Tomas Berdych won the Gerry Weber Open on Sunday, beating Marcos Baghdatis 7-5, 6-4 at this Wimbledon grass court warm-up. Playing with the Dunlop Aerogel 2HUNDRED, the 21 year old Czech won 35 of 37 first-serve points... (Full story …)

Sharapova and Jankovic Battle On The Grass At Birmingham In An All O3 Final

Jankovic Wins First Tournament Immediately After Picking Up New Ozone Racquet (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 …)

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

New Surface for the Australian Open

Plexicushion Selected for Grand Slam Tennis Tournament (Full story …)

Dunlop's Alicia Molik Wins French Open Doubles

Australian Star Captures Her 2nd Grand Slam Title (Full story …)

2007 USTA Florida State Closed Sectional - Day Three

We are in the third day of the 2007 USTA Florida State Closed Sectional. We had a small rain delay again today, but we were able to finish the matches by 11:30pm!! The State Closed Sectional is the strongest tournament... (Full story …)

June 10, 2007

2007 USTA Florida State Closed Sectional - Day Two

We are in the second day of the 2007 USTA Florida State Closed Sectional. We had a small rain delay, but overall the day was smooth!! J The State Closed Sectional is the strongest tournament that Florida sanctions. It is... (Full story …)

June 9, 2007

2007 USTA Florida State Closed Sectional - Day One

The State Closed Sectional is the strongest tournament that Florida sanctions. It is a high honor when players excel in this event. I know that they would appreciate you posting their results. If you have any questions regarding the event... (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 …)

June 4, 2007

Philippoussis Will Defend Title at 2007 Campbell's Hall of Fame Tennis Championships

Philippoussis to Star in NBC’s New Reality Dating Series “Age of Love,” Premiering June 18 (9-10:00 PM, ET/PT) (Full story …)

May 30, 2007

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

Croatia's Mario Ancic Enters Campbell's Hall of Fame Tennis Championships

Ancic was last player to defeat Federer at Wimbledon. American Vince Spadea will make 6th Appearance in Newport (Full story …)

Rome Title Marks Year-Long Comeback For Jelena Jankovic

22-Year-Old Credits Hard Work and O3 Technology For Turnaround; Heads Into Paris Confident (Full story …)

May 22, 2007

HEAD Wants to Know: 'Are You Radical Enough?'

Submit your video clip for a chance to hit with Agassi. (Full story …)

May 18, 2007

Penn and Chrysler Offer Chance to Win a Free 2008 Sebring Convertible in Packs of Tennis Balls

For a limited time this summer, specially marked 4-packs of Penn Championship and Pro Penn tennis balls will include a chance to win a FREE 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible or other HEAD Penn prizes. (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 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 …)

May 8, 2007

PTR/NorCal Mini Symposium Set

Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) NorCal will hold its second annual Mini Symposium, May 20, 2007, at the Decathlon Club in Santa Clara, California. (Full story …)

May 1, 2007

Dunlop Sports Group Announces Roland Garros Sweepstakes Winner

GREENVILLE, SC — Dunlop Sports Group has announced the winner of its 2007 Roland Garros French Open Sweepstakes. Steve Rothe of Sioux City, Iowa has won an all expense paid trip for two to attend the 2007 French Open. Co-sponsored... (Full story …)

April 26, 2007

Hall of Famers McEnroe, Courier and Wilander Will Be Jointed by Cash and Ferreira in Gibson Guitar Champions Cup

Tickets on Sale Now through Tennisfame.com (Full story …)