FORMER ATP #4 PUTS RETIREMENT ON HOLD
James Blake, a 10-time ATP World Tour singles champion and seven-time ATP doubles champ who reached as high as #4 in the world, is putting his retirement from professional tennis on hold for one week as he competes in doubles with Rancho Santa Fe teenager Hudson Rivera at the Rancho Santa Fe Pro Open – the first of seven SoCal Pro Series summer events.
JOHN KOSAKOWSKI REMEMBERED AS LOVING TENNIS FAMILY MAN
John Kosakowski’s life was dedicated, in part, to his four children’s pursuit of their tennis dreams. The longtime SoCal official passed away earlier this month after a five-year battle with leukemia.
BLANDO TWINS SHOW THE ADVANTAGES OF PLAYING TENNIS WITH FAMILY
Rancho Bernardo’s Mike and Jay Blando have a unique connection on full display whenever they take the court, drawing inspiration from fellow SoCal tennis twins the Bryan Brothers.
Q&A: NOA FAMILY TAKES PRIDE IN CELEBRATING THEIR SAMOAN HERITAGE
May is a vibrant celebration of AAPI culture. We recently spoke with Sam Noa, founder of the Semurana Tennis Association, and his grandchildren about their Polynesian heritage.
HARVARD-WESTLAKE PARTNERS WITH USTA SOCAL AT THE RIVER PARK
Harvard-Westlake School has announced that it is partnering with USTA Southern California to bring community tennis programming to the proposed River Park in Studio City.
SOCAL PRO SERIES RETURNS IN MAY WITH SEVEN ITF WORLD TOUR EVENTS
Debuting successfully in the summer of 2022, the SoCal Pro Series will once again give Southern California players the chance to earn valuable ATP and WTA world ranking points.
CYNTHIA’S JOURNEY: HOW RELAY FOR LIFE INSPIRES AND EMPOWERS SURVIVORS
Ask two-time breast cancer survivor Cynthia Neiman what got her through the toughest days and she will say it was her drive to fight for what she holds dearest in life – her family.
MOTHER’S DAY Q&A WITH SOUTH BAY TENNIS CENTER’S COURTNEY HANCE
On this Mother’s Day Weekend, we caught up with Hance and asked her about raising her four children–Kenadi, Connor, Kimmi, and Keaton–three of which have competed at the DI level.
SOCAL SWINGS THROUGH THE 121ST OJAI TOURNAMENT
The 121st edition of The Ojai took place this past weekend, with individual and team action encompassing all levels of the game from juniors through college and adult players.
READY TO ADD SERIOUS YEARS TO YOUR LIFE? TENNIS CAN GIVE YOU 10!
Studies have shown that playing tennis can add 10 years to your life, surpassing other activities in terms of health benefits, including badminton, soccer, cycling, swimming, and jogging.
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Southern California has always been synonymous with tennis. We produce champions, make headlines, fill courts and bond communities. Tennis is a game for all in Southern California. Professional players train here year-round with access to world-class coaches. Adults play in leagues and tournaments that combine competition and community. Juniors have access to a pathway of tournaments that can prepare them for innumerable college programs. And, children are exposed to the compelling nature of the sport through city parks, schools and tennis clubs.
USTA Southern California serves all of these diverse constituencies by providing resources and programming, supporting our players, and celebrating the tennis lifestyle that is uniquely part of SoCal culture.
Southern California has always been synonymous with tennis. We produce champions, make headlines, fill courts and bond communities. Tennis is a game for all in SoCal. Professional players train here year-round with access to world-class coaches. Adults play in leagues and tournaments that combine competition and community. Juniors have access to a pathway of tournaments that can prepare them for innumerable college programs. And, children are exposed to the compelling nature of the sport through city parks, schools and tennis clubs.
USTA Southern California serves all of these diverse constituencies by providing resources and programming, supporting our players, and celebrating the tennis lifestyle that is uniquely part of SoCal culture.
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