17-YEAR-OLD IS THE YOUNGEST WINNER IN 2025
Seventeen and unstoppable. Torrance native Iva Jovic made history at the 2025 Guadalajara Open (WTA 500), turning a single week into a series of unforgettable milestones. In just a few days, she notched her first WTA Tour-level quarterfinal, first semifinal, first final, and ultimately her first title.
HHM PROFILE: EDUARDO GONZALEZ’S JOURNEY ON AND OFF THE COURT
From the Palm Desert courts to the University of California, Davis halls, SoCal’s own Eduardo Gonzalez brings resilience, drive, and heart to his tennis and life.
HHM PROFILE: ANGELICA GAVALDON IS TEACHING THE GAME SHE LOVES
At six years old, Angélica Gavaldón sat wide-eyed before the television, captivated by the clash of titans in the Wimbledon women’s singles final between Chris Evert and Hana Mandlikova.
KEATON HANCE CLAIMS 2025 US OPEN JUNIOR BOYS’ DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIP
Days after bowing out of the US Open junior singles draw, the 17-year-old Keaton Hance bounced back in the best way possible—hoisting a Grand Slam trophy.
FROM VENUE TO CONTENDERS, USTA SOCAL CASTS ITS LONG SHADOW ON THE US OPEN
Before you even see a ball hit at the US Open, the engaging and enduring impact of the USTA Southern California section is present at the Billie Jean King Tennis Center.
CELEBRATING WOMEN IN TENNIS: SHAINA ZAIDI AT THE CHAMPIONS OF EQUALITY
Shaina Zaidi of TuMe Tennis Club continues Southern California’s tradition of celebrating leaders who create meaningful access and opportunities in tennis.
FROM SET TO COURT: YOUNG STARS BALANCING HOLLYWOOD AND TENNIS
For these Southern California juniors, balancing two worlds is not just a challenge, it is a masterclass that will shape every role they play, both on stage and on the court.
USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FEATURE: BEYOND THE BASELINE – GAILOR LARGE
As Senior Director of Marketing, Gailor Large blends strategy, creativity, and heart—qualities that have elevated the organization’s brand and redefined how it engages the tennis community.
CHARLIE COOPER RETURNS TO US OPEN FOR THE 20TH YEAR OF WHEELCHAIR TENNIS
One year after reaching both the Boys’ singles and doubles finals at the US Open Junior Wheelchair Championships, La Quinta’s Charlie Cooper is headed back to NYC.
STAR POWER & SOCAL SPARK: A NEW ERA FOR US OPEN MIXED DOUBLES
A star-studded, high-stakes reboot of US Open Mixed Doubles puts Taylor Fritz and Venus Williams in the New York tennis spotlight like never before.
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Upcoming USTA Southern California Events
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September 25 - September 28
WOMEN’S INTERCOLLEGIATES
September 26 - September 28
MIXED 40 & OVER SECTIONALS – VENTURA COUNTY
October 3 - October 4
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT CAMP
October 9 - October 12
MEN’S INTERCOLLEGIATES
October 25 - October 26
JUNIOR DOUBLES SECTIONALS – 1ST WEEKEND
