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Tennis is booming across the country and right here at home. U.S. participation has grown for six consecutive years, adding nearly 10 million players since 2019 to reach 27.3 million by the end of 2025. Alabama is answering that surge with a wave of major court construction and expansion projects, some newly finished and others…
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USTA Alabama is run by a volunteer Board of Directors. In addition there are many volunteers running local USTA programs throughout Alabama. The 2026/2027 Slate of officers.President – Ben BradshawExecutive Vice President – Eddie JacquesRegional Vice President Northern – Bruce LarsenRegional Vice President – North Central – Kathryn HornsbyRegional Vice President – Central – Jacob McAllisterRegional…
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India has been a college player, teaching pro, and even had dinner with Francis Tiafoe. So…..she’s kind of a big deal. We’re so happy to have her on our team and excited to see what she’ll do to grow tennis!
The 2025 Nominating Committee for the 26/27 slate of officers is as follows: Chairman – Tony Tumlin, North Region – Dinah Howard, North Central Region – Lynne Tiffin, Central Region – A J Holmes, Southern Region – Susan Harrell
It is with heartfelt gratitude that we announce the retirement of Keith Wilson, who officially stepped down from his role as Director of Community Development and Schools, with USTA Alabama on July 31 after 16 years of dedicated service. Keith’s contributions to tennis in Alabama—and across the South—have been truly impactful. He worked closely with…
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Welcome the newest member of the team! As our new Director of Marketing and Community Coordinator, Dakota has played collegiate tennis, been a coach, and is still in love with the game. We’re excited to have him and will make sure to give him pointers on that backhand.
After 21 years of dedicated service, William Fain has officially retired from USTA Alabama, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of contributions to the tennis community. Throughout his tenure, William played a pivotal role in the development of both junior and adult competition across the state. His unwavering dedication and leadership have significantly shaped the growth…
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The 2025 USTA Alabama Annual Meeting and awards luncheon will be held at Vestavia Country Club on February 8th. All are invited to lunch starting at noon with the USTA Alabama Awards to follow. Attire is business casual. There is no cost for the annual meeting or lunch. Deadline to register is January 28th. Vestavia Country…
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Umpire of the Year – Hans Laub Male Junior Player of the year and Elaine Francis Excellence Award – Houston JacquesAccepting – Eddie Jacques Media Excellence AwardUmage Media Park & Rec Award – City of MobileJunior Tournament of the Year – Mobile Tennis Center-Accepting Scott Novak CTA of the Year –Tuscaloosa Tennis Association Tennis Professional…
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The following have been nominated to serve on the USTA Alabama Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term. The slate below was voted on by the membership on February 10, 2024 at the USTA Annual Meeting at Vestavia Country Club.
