By Karen Ronney Tennis was never on Thelma Sepulveda's radar. Growing up in San Ysidro, she had never seen the sport until it was introduced to her at age 11 in a low-cost after-school program. She gave it a chance and it changed her life. Her passion pushed her to ask per parents for lessons. She
By Karen Ronney Tennis is one of the many blessings that Victor R. Stern is grateful for in life. At age 95, he has enjoyed the sport for over seven decades and it is his pleasure to pay it forward to the next generation. As such, it is the Southern California Tennis Association Foundation’s honor
By Karen Ronney Want to be a ball person for the BNP Paribas Open ATP Tour and WTA 1000 next year at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden? It’s a great chance get involved in professional tennis up close to possibly see tennis greats such as Novak Djokovic, Cameron Norrie, Taylor Fritz, Iga Swiatek, Maria Sakkari,
By Karen Ronney Your voice and vote will make a difference to help award Billie Jean King the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the highest civilian awards in the United States. Given by the U.S. Congress, the Congressional Gold Medal recognizes national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions by individuals or institutions that have a
By Karen Ronney Women’s pro tennis, health and awareness hit the spotlight once again in San Diego with the USTA Pro Circuit’s Rancho Santa Fe Open from October 9 to 15 at the Rancho Santa Fe Tennis Club. The ITF W60 event will host some of the top 100 ranked female pros. It’s an exciting
By Karen Ronney Small changes can make a big impact. Just ask the Southern California Tennis Association Foundation, which needs your help. Please join our Change Giving team and donate your spare change so we can directly improve the lives of deserving and underserved youth in Southern California. “We are committed to improving the lives
Reposted from USTA Southern California Tennis was “his first love,” USTA Chairman of the Board and President Brian Hainline shared, quoting Anne Johnson after speaking to the wife of Franklin Johnson, who recently passed away at the age of 87. Hainline and the Southern California tennis community are mourning the loss of one of its finest in
Story Reposted from USTA Southern California The USTA Southern California Section is mourning the loss of longtime executive board member Nam Jack of San Marino, who passed away on September 7th at the age of 64. “Nam’s passion and dedication to all things Southern California Tennis was immeasurable,” USTA SoCal Board President Bob Hochstadter said. “She was a
By Karen Ronney The Cymbiotika San Diego Open WTA 500, Presented by ResMed had it all. It was a tournament of surprises, incredible tennis, a heartfelt farewell, community celebrations and a stunning atmosphere. The Southern California Tennis Association Foundation is proud to be an event sponsor for the second straight year. During the eight-day event,
Tennis and tea are perfect partners and they made the 121st Ojai Tournament memorable and unique. Over 1,500 players participated in the traditional event, which started in 1896. It is one of the oldest amateur tournaments in the country. The Southern California Tennis Association Foundation is proud to be an event sponsor. The week-long competition
