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HONOR AFFIRMS BILLIE JEAN KING’S LEGACY

If you hang around tennis circles long enough in Long Beach, you’re bound to eventually run into someone with a Billie Jean King story. “I knew her father and he was always after me to play her,” said 93-year-old Dale Jensen, who first played tennis in Long Beach 65 years ago.

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COACH ADAM PETERSON THANKFUL FOR EACH DAY HE SPENDS ON COURT

There are few days that go by on the court for coach Adam Peterson where he doesn’t dive into his memory bank, recalling some advice from the coaches who shaped him growing up.

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SOCAL FEATURES AT ITF WORLD TEAM AND INDIVIDUAL CHAMIONSHIPS

Team USA continued its tradition of excellence at the ITF 75, 80, and 85 and over World Team Championships on the red clay courts in Bol, Croatia, capturing three of the six world titles.

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INSIDE THE LIFE AND PHILOSOPHY OF COACH DANNY SALLOUM

It takes a special person to be a coach. Coaches guide, motivate, and build character, while helping athletes develop discipline and resilience. Danny Salloum is no exception.

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CHAMPIONS RISE AT MIXED 40 & OVER SECTIONALS IN VENTURA COUNTY

The final Adult Sectionals weekend before Nationals brought an electric close to the season as Mixed 40 & Over teams took the court from September 26 through September 28.

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FERNANDO GALLEGO TESTS HIS STROKES WITH ONE OF THE NATION’S BEST

You ask Chula Vista’s 15-year-old wheelchair tennis player Fernando Gallego to name his top moment or memory on the court, and there’s no pause or hesitation.

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HHM FEATURE: TWO FLAGS, ONE PASSION – ERNESTO “NETO” ESCOBEDO III

Born in LA to Mexican parents, Neto carried the flags of both the United States and Mexico during his playing days, becoming a symbol of bicultural pride for both communities.

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USTA SOCAL FEATURE: BEYOND THE BASELINE – ESTHER AVILA-HENDERSHOTT

As USTA SoCal’s Director of Community & DEI, Esther Avila-Hendershott has spent 30 years making tennis accessible and welcoming for thousands of players across SoCal. 

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FROM PLAYER TO MENTOR: THE COACHING JOURNEY OF TIGRAN MARTIROSYAN

This October, National Coaches Month shines a spotlight on the coaches who guide athletes not just to success, but toward growth, resilience, and joy in the sport.

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FINDING THE PERFECT TENNIS COACH IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

A great coach is essential for any prospective player. They not only teach the fundamentals, but also help motivate you to improve, succeed, and reach your potential.

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