March - Issue 152
Your monthly news & updates
PRESIDENT'S PERSPECTIVE
Join us in our commitment to focus on diversity and inclusion. Here are three ways to take action.
1.    Think of ways you can help create a more inclusive environment for diverse players and families.
2.    Expand your personal and professional network to identify new diverse tennis participants.
3.    Become a mentor to someone from a different background than you.

At your service,
Mike Eden
USTA KENTUCKY STAFF TAKING ACTION
USTA Kentucky has taken active steps to enhance diversity training. Executive Director Jason Miller said “USTA KY has always stood for inclusion and our sport being open to all, but it remains apparent we must continue to provide opportunities and leadership in this area.” Read More
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION GRANT
The USTA Southern Diversity and Inclusion grant will be available again in 2021. The deadline is May 31st. (amounts usually range from $250 to $1000) to initiate or expand tennis programming at the local level. Contact Cee Jai Jones 770-368-8200 for additional information.
CENTRE COURT NEW NAMING SPONSOR BRINGS NEW OPPORTUNITIES
Altaf Merchant was announced as the new naming sponsor for Centre Court in Owensboro, Kentucky. The ribbon cutting and unveiling of the new sign was held on Friday, March 5.   Read More
LEGENDS OF KENTUCKY TENNIS THE HALL OF FAME SERIES PODCAST
The Legends of Kentucky Tennis, The Hall of Fame Series is an intimate conversation with Kentucky Tennis Hall of Fame inductees. Conversations recalling memories and insight to tennis in Kentucky today, hosted by the University of Kentucky former Head Tennis Coach Dennis Emery. The first conversation is with Gary Plock. Listen Now
DROP SHOTS REGISTRATION OPEN
LOUISVILLE - Starts Week of April 19th
LEXINGTON - Starts April 21st
SOMERSET Starts Early May
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Don't miss the Arthur Lloyd Johnson Memorial Tennis Tournament held at historic Chickasaw Park in Louisville July 23 - 25 hosted by West Louisville Tennis Club. Registration information coming soon.
TURNING 60 THIS YEAR?
We have a fun opportunity for you!
60/70 & Over Invitational, May 14 - 16
Don’t miss this FUN & Competitive Invitational!
If you turn 60 anytime this year, we have a team for you! Read More
LEAGUE CAPTAIN RULES MEETING
Are you a new or long time captain? This refresher on USTA Regulations and Rules will benefit all.
We are offering two dates/times for you to participate.
Click Here to register for one of these Zoom Meetings
MAJOR CHANGES CHAMPIONSHIP PROCEDURES
Changes affecting 2021 League Championships Click Here 
  • Team advancement from Local League to State Championship for ALL leagues (Adult, Mixed Doubles, Tri-Level, Combo)
  • Adult 55 & Over and Southern Senior Cup Conflict
TRI-LEVEL SECTIONALS IN LOUISVILLE AGAIN - TIME TO FIND A TEAM
Registration is open in Louisville and other areas of the state. Keep an eye on your area. Click Here. Louisville information Click Here Invite a friend!
SOUTHERN SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP CALENDAR
Please note these dates/locations are subject to change, and Mixed Doubles Sectional is NOT being held in Lexington. Read More
PLANNING ON A TRIP TO ADULT LEAGUE NATIONALS?
NEIGHBORHOOD COURTS?
Does your community have courts? Let us know if you'd like to see junior or adult programming brought to your neighborhood! Read More
WTT
WTT will be playing again in Louisville.
Three sessions offered beginning May 3.
Teams: Minimum of 4 players/
Maximum of 10
National advancement opportunities!
Registration opening soon! Interested in Louisville or would like WTT in your area Read More
PAUL SCARPA SCHOLARSHIP
The Southern Tennis Foundation has established the Paul Scarpa Scholarship. Each student will receive $1,000 to help offset the expenses of his or her first year of school. The awards will continue for three additional years provided the recipient remains a student in good standing, giving each of the two scholarships a total value of $4,000. Read More
ADULT SINGLES LEAGUE
Registration is now open through May 4th for the Adult Singles league in Louisville. Outdoor play begins the week of May 10th and runs through July 4th. Registration & More Info
UPCOMING JUNIOR TOURNAMENTS
LIRC Spring Junior Championship
Level 6
Louisville, April 10th-11th
Deadline: April 7th
REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE

Frankfort Country Club Grand Prix #1 10U
Frankfort, April 10-11th
Deadline: April 6th
REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE
 
Joe Hightower Junior Tournament
Level 6
Louisville, April 24th-25th
Deadline: April 20th
REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE


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SCHOOLS NEWSLETTER
Check out the first edition of the Schools Newsletter. Valuable information for physical education teachers or anyone interested in kids tennis programming! Read More
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