San Diego Teen Receives a Youth Leadership Tennis Award

By Karen Ronney For Sofia Vongsouvanh tennis is more than a sport. It is about connecting with people and building friendships. Her drive to help, give back to her community and understand others are just a few of the reasons the senior from Patrick Henry High School was honored to receive the Youth Leadership Council

How to Optimize Tennis Equipment for Players Insights from the RSPA San Diego Racquet Pro Free Lunch Workshop

By Karen Ronney Tyler Jung of the South County Tennis Shop is clearly an expert on all things tennis as a player,  Racquets Sports Professional Association teaching professional and an experienced retailer. The Irvine resident led a comprehensive workshop enjoyed by approximately 25 attendees at the Racquet Pro Free Lunch (RPFL) Workshop sponsored by the

Registration is Open for a USTA Coaching Fundamentals Workshop

Ever thought of becoming a certified tennis coach? This is the first step in your journey. The initial training is the USTA's Coaching Fundamentals Workshop, a two-day workshop on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, at Peninsula Tennis Club in San Diego. It will be 8am to 4pm the first day, and four hours

Gwyneth Britton Shines On and Off the Tennis Court

By Brenden Fisher In the ever-growing and competitive sport that is tennis, it has become increasingly difficult to distinguish yourself and earn recognition on a national level. Gwyneth Britton, however, has flourished in making herself recognizable both on and off the court from a very young age. Born in Long Beach and now residing in Whittier,

Thelma Sepulveda’s Rise from Elementary After-School Tennis to College Success

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

Victor Stern’s Passion For Tennis Pays it Forward to Tomorrow’s Stars

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

Support Billie Jean King for the Congressional Gold Medal: #GiveBJKtheGold

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

Rancho Santa Fe Open Returns to So Cal for the Third Straight Year

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

Franklin Johnson: Remembering a Tennis Advocate and Legend

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

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