About Karen Ronney

Karen Ronney is an award-winning national coach, author, speaker, mentor and marketing specialist. She holds a Master’s Degree in Professional Tennis Management from San Diego State University. A USPTA Elite and a PTR Professional certified teaching pro; Ronney was recently named the 2020 High School Coach of the Year by both the USPTA and the Racquet Sports Industry. She was a National USTA 10-and-Under Faculty Member, USTA Tennis Service Representative and a 10 & Under Tennis Target Market Specialist. As a journalist, she was a staff writer for the Chicago Tribune, LA Times, LA Daily News and the San Diego Union Tribune. She used her tennis and writing skills to author Proud Parents’ Guide to Raising Athletic, Balanced, and Coordinated Kids, winner of 34 publishing awards. Ronney is currently the Marketing Director-Consultant for SCTA Foundation and resides in Southern California.
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Remembering Nam Jack- A Great Friend to the USTA Southern California Tennis Community

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

The Cymbiotika San Diego Open WTA 500 Presented by ResMed Had Something For Everyone

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,

The SCTA Foundation Celebrates the 121st Ojai Tennis Tournament

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

Fundraiser for So Cal Star Ivan Smith: Win an an All-Expense Paid Trip for Two to the 2023 US Open

Want a chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip for two to the 2023 US Open? The Southern California Tennis Association Foundation is raising money in support of Ivan Smith. Ivan Smith, a 21-year-old standout San Diego tennis star, became the NAIA Men’s Open Doubles champ while competing for San Diego Christian College last year. On April

Haley Giavara: A SCTA Foundation Scholarship Alumni Wins Prestigious PAC 12 Women’s Tennis Honor

Haley Giavara has been a Southern California junior and collegiate star for many years. She is also a Southern California Tennis Association Foundation scholarship alumni, who has recently achieved the pinnacle of prestigious collegiate success. The No. 1 from UC Berkeley women's tennis team, she was named the 2023 Pac-12 Women’s Tennis Scholar-Athlete of the

The SCTA Foundation Celebrates National Girls and Women in Sports Day

The Southern California Tennis Association Foundation is honored to celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day. We salute their drive, strength, honor, commitment, endurance and strength to learn, play and thrive in all sports, especially tennis. It’s our mission to provide equal opportunities to all genders by supporting tennis players, programs and organizations in

Morongo Basin Tennis Association Kicks of Its Social Challenge Team Series

By Karen Ronney Tennis, food and fun were present when the Morongo Basin Tennis Association kicked off its 2023 Social Challenge Team Series recently at the Palm Desert Country Club. It was a great experience for juniors that are just learning about competition. This event is part of a series created by Head Coach Al Sanada,

So Cal Stars Taylor Fritz and Desirae Krawczyk Shine On International Stage at the United Cup

While they started out in Southern California junior tennis, local-born talent Taylor Fritz and Desirae Krawczyk have made an international splash. This week they helped Team United States win the inaugural 2023 United Cup in Australia. The event combined the best ATP Tour and Hologic WTA Tour players in the world. It was a collection

New Years Greetings from Executive Director Linda Milan

Dear Southern California Tennis Association Foundation Friends, It has been an amazing and empowering year for the SCTA Foundation. We are back in full swing with our mission of Changing Lives and Communities Through Tennis. We have given approximately $400,000 to players, programs and organizations in underserved populations throughout Southern California. Our areas of impact include youth

The Southern California Tennis Association Receives a Grant from the San Diego Foundation

The Southern California Tennis Association Foundation is pleased to announce it is the recipient of a grant from the San Diego Foundation.  This grant will be used to promote youth development through increased accessibility and affordability of tennis in Southern California. This award is co-sponsored by the Junior Tennis Center/San Diego Tennis Patrons Fund at

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