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Wild Cards Awarded For Upcoming Girls’ National Championships
Wild Cards Awarded For Upcoming USTA Girls’ 16s & 18s National Championships At San Diego’s Barnes Tennis Center Tennis Legend Billie Jean King Named Honorary Chair for National Tournament The United States Tennis Association Girls’ 16s & 18s National Championships has awarded a total of ten wild card entries into the tournament, which is scheduled…
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USTA Girls 16s/18s National Wild Cards Announced; King to be Honorary Chair of Event
The United States Tennis Association Girls’ 16s & 18s National Championships has awarded a total of ten wild card entries into the tournament, which is scheduled for August 5-13 at the Barnes Tennis Center in San Diego. The following players from across the U.S. received a wild card to play in this year’s championships: Michaela…
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Weekend Wrap: Team USA Doubles Down
Southern California was represented last weekend at many levels, particularly on the doubles circuit. From a pair of resurgent brothers to talented pro futures, there was plenty to celebrate across the board with #TeamUSA. At the top of the heap, Bob & Mike Bryan returned to the winner’s circle as US Open Series champions in…
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SoCal Officials Selected To The 2017 U.S. Open
USTA National Officiating Department has published the list of Southern California officials selected for the 2017 U.S. Open. This is the singular highest honor for an American tennis official in the Professional Pathway. For many on this list, it is the result of years of hard work and dedication. We are all very proud of…
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Champions of SoCal Tennis: Dancing with a Racquet
Each week we visit our Champions of Southern California Tennis – those who go above and beyond to promote and grow the game throughout SoCal and beyond. These individuals and organizations deliver the game of tennis to a variety of audiences, often in places where the significance of tennis goes far beyond the court itself. As we share their…
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Grand Slam Junior Champions Highlight Entries At National Championships
Grand Slam Junior Champions Highlight Entries At USTA Girls’ 16s & 18s National Championships, August 5-13, 2017 In San Diego San Diego County to be Well-Represented With Strong Contingent of Local Players Wimbledon girls’ champion Claire Liu of Thousand Oaks, Calif., and French Open girls’ champion Whitney Osuigwe of Bradenton, Fla., are among the entries…
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Harrison Leads Aviators To 18-17 Victory Over Springfield
Rogers and Jurak Score 5-4 Victory in Women’s Doubles Ryan Harrison continued to play clutch tennis this season as he led the defending Mylan World TeamTennis champion San Diego Aviators to an exciting 18-17 victory over the visiting Springfield Lasers on Tuesday night at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. Harrison and Raven Klaasen gave…
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Champions of SoCal Tennis: Sand Between Your Toes
Each week we visit our Champions of Southern California Tennis – those who go above and beyond to promote and grow the game throughout SoCal and beyond. These individuals and organizations deliver the game of tennis to a variety of audiences, often in places where the significance of tennis goes far beyond the court itself. As we share their…
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SCTA Hall of Fame Tickets on Sale Soon
Tickets for the 2017 SCTA Hall of Fame Induction Gala go on sale later this month via direct mail, phone, and online sales. This event, which celebrates the accomplishments of twelve Southern California tennis icons, will take place at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa on Sunday, October 1. Those who wish to join…
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What Adult Players Can Learn From Juniors – and Visa Versa!
At the recent Junior Sectionals tournaments, many of Southern California’s finest young talents were front and center, competing among their peers for 2017 bragging rights. These junior players exemplify some of the disciplines that often lose their significance in the adult game. Let’s consider what adult players can learn from watching SoCal’s exceptional young athletes.…