T3 Tennis Transforms Grassroots Wheelchair Training with SCTA Foundation Grant

By Karen Ronney When it comes to identifying a need and finding solutions that will grow the next generation of wheelchair tennis players, T3 Tennis on Wheels has emerged at the top of the  inclusive tennis heap. This nonprofit tennis organization is an adaptive sports program for kids ages 6 to 18 that offers the

Sign Up For the SCTA Foundation’s Amazing Summer Camp Tennis Racquet Scholarship Package by July 30

By Karen Ronney Are you a junior player ages 5 to 11? Or do you know a player who plays red, orange or green ball tennis? If so, we have a a great opportunity for you. The Southern California Tennis Association Foundation is offering the Summer Camp Tennis Racket Scholarship Package. The deadline to apply

Special Adaptive Wheelchair Social Event at El Dorado Tennis Center

By Karen Ronney The Southern California Tennis Association Foundation celebrates 🎉Disability Pride Month for a Special Adaptive Tennis Social Event on Sunday, July 13, from 9am to 4pm presented by USTA Southern California at the El Dorado Tennis Center in Long Beach. Players of all levels are welcome to participate in these four formats. Para-Standing

Oceanside Resident Wins the SCTA Foundation Raffle from San Diego Tennis Fest

By Karen Ronney Liza Rogers thought it would be great fun to attend San Diego Tennis Fest for the second straight year. After all, she had a blast at the 2024 event. Rogers, who lives and plays tennis in the small community of Oceanside, brought her fiancé to share the experience with him recently at

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

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