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LEONY BARROSO LEADS USTA KENTUCKY |
Learn a little more about our USTA Kentucky Board President Leony Barroso!
Southern believes Barroso is the first openly gay man who is a state president in the section.
“I am honored to have that distinction,” Leony said during an interview about Pride Month. “If that’s a way to open some doors and bring in more tennis fans to feel more comfortable and proud of who they are, then I am happy with that.” Read More
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NEW ADVANCING TEAM SINGLES |
NEW Team Singles League playing across the state. The State Championship will be September 16-18. Learn More
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JULIE DITTY'S PASSION LIVES ON |
The Julie Ditty Qualls 2022 Free Tennis Lessons at the Ashland Tennis Center was a huge success with over 100 junior players and 14 instructors directed by Haven Lochow. Thank you to all of the instructors, staff of the Ashland Tennis Center, members of GATA and the Julie Ditty Qualls Foundation Inc. who have made this experience possible. |
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CHECK OUT ALL THE LOCAL AREA PROGRAMMING! |
There are many beginner, recreational and competitive programs going on across the state! Don't miss the fun. Check your local contact information here. Read More Murray beginner clinic pictured.
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PLEASE SUBMIT HALL OF FAME NOMINATIONS |
Please take a moment to submit a nomination for a worthy Kentucky tennis player or advocate! The nomination committee relies exclusively on your nominations. To be considered for the 2022 class, please submit your nomination by July 15. Nominate Now
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AWARDS NOMINATION PORTAL OPEN |
It's time once again to submit your nominations for the USTA Kentucky Awards! Help us recognize and honor Kentucky's best! Nominate Now
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Hey league teams since you compete on the court why not compete for a cause! The team with the largest cumulative donation to Raise a Racquet will receive a team practice with Eric Quigley, NCAA all-time winningest men's tennis player! The winning team will be announce June 30th. Learn More
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This summer, the Lexington Challenger celebrates its 27th year in Central Kentucky August 1 - 7.
- Volunteer at the Event
- Be a Ball Person
- House a Player
- Drop off Meals for Players
- Many events planned throughout the week!
- ATTEND MATCHES AND SUPPORT THESE UP AND COMING STARS!!!!!
Qualifying Rounds July 31 AND morning of August 1- FREE to the public.
Hilary J. Boone Tennis Complex on the campus of the University of Kentucky
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You're invited to the
USTA Member Appreciation Party Friday, August 5th 5 - 7 pm at the Lexington Challenger! More details to come.
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We could not have championships or any other programming without you! THANK YOU! Please consider being part of our championship volunteer community!
Adult 40, Louisville June 24 – 26
Mixed Doubles, Bowling Green Aug. 25-28
65 & Over, Louisivlle Sept. 9-11
Tri-Level, Owensboro Sept. 23-25
Tri-Level Sectionals, Louisville Oct. 14-16
Combo Doubles, Bowling Green Oct. 27-30
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CONGRATULATIONS CREASON WINNERS |
Congratulations to all winners! Read more for a full list of winners with photographs! Thanks to our presenting sponsor Verizon Cellular Sales and our supporting sponsor Edward Jones.
Boys 10U Doubles Winner – Lopez/Lile pictured.
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LOOKING FOR CREASON PHOTS |
Brian Wood with Passing Shot Photography to many action shots at the Creason. Check out his website if you are interested in any photos that he may have taken of your child!
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JUNETEENTH W/ CITIZEN ASHE DIRECTOR REX MILLER AND ATA'S ROXANNE AARON |
Talking Tennis Southern Style celebrates Juneteenth with leading voices in Black tennis. First up is the director of Citizen Ashe. Tennis fan Rex Miller, of Durham, N.C., made a film about the famed athlete-activist Arthur Ashe, which makes its TV debut on CNN June 26 at 9 p.m. ET. He also directed a 2015 film about Althea Gibson, entitled Althea, along with numerous credits as an acclaimed cinemaphotographer. Also interviewed is Roxanne Aaron, President of the American Tennis Association. The ATA National Championships for Black tennis players were first played in 1920. Aaron has over 35 years of experience as an administrator for both non-profit and for-profit organizations and has led ATA for three years and talks about the importance of tennis in shaping Black lives. Listen Now
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55 & OVER ADULT LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP |
Congratulations to the winning teams!
3.0 Women - Baron - Louisville
3.5 Women - French - Louisville
3.5 Men - Tallon - Lexington
4.0 Women - Wimsatt - Hopkinsville
4.0 Men - Downing - Bowling Green
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USTA LEAGUE CAPTAIN APPRECIATION |
Captain appreciation June winner of a $50 Tennis Warehouse gift card is Jason Caldwell. Random drawings on the second Monday of each month and a quarterly drawing for a tennis gift box valued at $200! Read More
#leaguecaptainsrock
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18 & OVER ADULT LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP |
Congratulations to the winning teams!
2.5W - Louisville - Keehan
3.0W - Louisville - Dalton
3.0M - Purchase - Roberts
3.5W - Louisville - Reeder
3.5M - Lexington - Ross
4.0W - Purchase - Taylor
4.0M - Lexington - Hollingshead
4.5W - Louisville - Bauer
4.5M - Louisville - Watkins
5.0M - Lexington - Cunningham –
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LEGENDS OF KENTUCKY TENNIS |
Dennis Emery hosts a conversation with Kentucky Tennis Hall of Fame member Jack Ditty Listen Now or on Spotify.
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KENTUCKY TEAM STATE CHAMPIONSHIP |
We are a little under a month away from the first ever Kentucky Team State Championship. Teams of at least 3 boys and 3 girls compete together for a chance to be crowned team state champion in the 14U and 18U divisions. Winners qualify to play at the Southern Team Championships in August. This year’s tournament is July 15-17 in Lexington. Register through Match App
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UPCOMING JUNIOR TOURNAMENTS |
Centre Court Firecracker Open (Level 6)
Owensboro, July 2-3
Deadline: June 28th
CKTS State Farm Etown Open (Level 6)
Elizabethtown, July 2-3
Deadline: June 28th
Louisville Parks 10U Championship (Junior Circuit)
Louisville, July 9th
Deadline: July 5th
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"ASK THE DOC"? GREAT INFO FOR THE HOT MONTHS! |
Question: “Why is nutrition important during tournament/matches?" And "What is the importance of hydration and what are the signs of dehydration?" Learn More
Thanks to Lexington Clinic Orthopedics Sports Medicine/Tennis Center of Excellence
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RAISE A RACQUET RALLY CLUB |
Thank you to Rally Club Champions -
donors over $1,000
Kevin Collins, Mike Eden, John English, Judith Petty, Linda Seagle, Rick Shafferman
Thank you to Rally Club Baseliners -
donors over $100
John Congleton, Cynthia Miller, Jack Ditty MD, Ellen Miller, Eugene Castle, Jason Ford, Jane Gamble, Susan Habeeb, Sonya Harward, James Hollander, John Huston, John McNamara, Kim Poynter, Susan Sloane, Don Varga, Paul Varga.
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RAISE A RACQUET - NEW WEBSITE |
If you find yourself or your organization in need, Raise a Racquet is here to help!
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2021 USTA KENTUCKY YEARBOOK |
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MAKE THOSE DELIVERIES COUNT |
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Please select Raise a Racquet as your charity of choice when you shop or click link now!
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REGISTER YOUR KROGER CARD |
Select Raise a Racquet as your charity of choice! Help to share tennis with others just by grocery shopping! Read More
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