Tennis, pumpkin bread and…Andy Murray? One day in October, a group of local players experienced just that. Homa Tavangar (far right) and a group of tennis friends… Read more “Andy Murray makes surprise visit to Philadelphia”
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Frog Hollow Racquet Club – Net Generation Experience
A 5 a.m. wake up for 8-12 year olds normally doesn’t make for the easiest morning. On the morning of August 31st, though, the kids had plenty… Read more “Frog Hollow Racquet Club – Net Generation Experience”
Award Spotlight: Melissa Jackson
Melissa Jackson was already a USTA League Tennis player when she decided to become an official in 2001. “I was tired of not knowing the rules and… Read more “Award Spotlight: Melissa Jackson”
Philly Player Talks Tennis on Jeopardy
Everyone knows tennis players are great athletes. It seems there are some pretty smart ones out there, too. Dilip Rajagopalan takes smart to a new level. A… Read more “Philly Player Talks Tennis on Jeopardy”
Why Play USTA League? These League Players Explain
Click here to get connected to USTA League Tennis. USTA League Tennis is the largest recreational tennis league in the country, sending more than 330,000 players on court… Read more “Why Play USTA League? These League Players Explain”
Coach Spotlight: Emily Fraser
When Emily Fraser took over as the Director of Tennis at Alpha Tennis and Fitness in Pittsburgh, she wanted her emphasis to be on youth and player… Read more “Coach Spotlight: Emily Fraser”
High School Champions Crowned in Middle States
This year’s boys and girls high school tennis state championships in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware have now officially ended in the Middle States Section. In Pennsylvania,… Read more “High School Champions Crowned in Middle States”
Premier Provider Spotlight: Upper Dublin Sports Center
Not a day goes by that Upper Dublin Sports Center (UDSC) isn’t buzzing with activity. Between tennis lessons, USTA League matches, clinics and its newest initiative, quick start programs… Read more “Premier Provider Spotlight: Upper Dublin Sports Center”
Prepped for the Next Level
When Kevin Taylor arrived at Chestnut Hill College in the fall of 2012, he knew exactly what to expect. According to him, he has Junior Team Tennis… Read more “Prepped for the Next Level”
Tennis For All
Buddy Up Tennis started with a mom in Ohio who wanted to provide tennis opportunities for her son with Down syndrome. Eight years later, the program has… Read more “Tennis For All”
