How long have you been playing tennis, and what got you started?
I’ve been playing tennis for about 25 years. I was in my mid-thirties when I decided it was time to try something new. I had always really enjoyed watching all the grand slams, even thou I had no idea what the score really was. I decided one day to call around town to the different clubs and landed on one where I became a regular, so much so that I had to get a part time job working at the desk to help pay for my new addiction!
What is your favorite league to play in and why?
I enjoy all the USTA Leagues, each one has something different to offer, but if I had to pick one it would probably be Tri-Level. I love the fact that you get to be on a team with players of different levels. Combo is similar, so that is also at the top of my list. I’ve made so many lifelong friends through tennis, so I enjoy when a new team comes together where I can get to know players on a different level.
What do you enjoy/look forward to about working for USTA Kentucky?
In my position, I love the various opportunities and responsibilities that come with overseeing leagues. Some of these include the opportunity to travel across Kentucky and our Southern Section. In Kentucky I work directly with all of our Local League Coordinators and Community Tennis Associations, supporting and assisting them with opportunities to grow participation in their areas. It’s so rewarding when the hard work of a community starts to see results! I’ve made so many wonderful memories and great friends working at various sectional championships with my counterparts throughout the section. I just enjoy the variety of all the hard work, which doesn’t seem so hard when you are having fun!!! USTA Kentucky has such an amazing staff, we all work together to make tennis happen in Kentucky.
If you could attend one of the four grand slams, which would you choose, and why?
I am torn, not sure if Wimbledon or Australian Open would win out. Might have to flip a coin! Flying twice the distance to Melbourne might make the decision for me, not much on flying. The fact that I’ve not been to any of the grand slams, I would be thrilled to attend any one of them! Having said that, I’m thinking great seats at the US Open would be amazing. Taking in some other major attractions while in the Big Apple would be a bonus as well.
If you could be any candle scent, what would you be and why?
Pumpkin Spice candle scent takes me back to my childhood and wonderful memories of family spending time together outdoors with the leaves falling and sweater weather is around the corner, and a time to reflect and begin again. I think this is my choice of scent, to be able to bring love and comfort to those around me.
