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Love of Tennis Runs Deep for USTA Official Terry Chan

ALHAMBRA RESIDENT IMMERSED IN THE SPORT

For Terry Chan, the game of tennis isn’t just a hobby or a casual game just to be played on weekends. “Tennis is a big part of me, and I love it so much,” said Chan. “I play it, coach it, captain Adult League teams. Sometimes I play in the morning and then I coach in the afternoon and then I officiate at night.”

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USTA SOCAL COMMUNITY FEATURE: BEYOND THE BASELINE – SAMMIE XIAO

As a Community Coordinator with USTA SoCal, Sammie Xiao has made a positive impact, working daily to help expand tennis accessibility across the section.

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FROM TRAGEDY TO TRIUMPH: KEISARI PENMAN’S JOURNEY OF RESILIENCE

Keisari Penman is not your typical teenager. The sixteen year old has been through the unimaginable after tragically losing her home to the Eaton Fire in Altadena in January 2025.

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NAVIGATING TENNIS TOURNAMENTS: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE

Before reaching the world’s biggest stage at Grand Slams, the top professional players around the globe all competed in local or regional junior tennis tournaments.

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RECOVERY LIKE A PRO: SLEEP, STRETCHING, AND REFUELING AFTER A MATCH

Whether you’re a junior player pushing for your next win or a casual player who just wrapped up a friendly match, recovery is the key to staying strong and maintaining your love for the game.

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FRED GUERRA LEAVES LECACY OF COMMUNITY IN ALTADENA AFTER EATON FIRE

Often described as a sleepy town nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, Altadena was jolted awake on January 7th, 2025 when fierce Santa Ana winds fueled the Eaton Fire.

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APPROACHING 90, RICHARD ALSTON REMAINS THE HEART OF EL DORADO PARK

Most people would consider it a blessing just to reach their 90s. For those who are lucky enough to be able to, the pace of life usually slows, as days are filled with quiet routines.

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MORE THAN A TROPHY: HOW SPORTSMANSHIP SHAPES YOUR CHARACTER

In tennis, sportsmanship can take many forms: accepting a loss gracefully, being honest about line calls, or fostering a positive environment through kind words and actions.

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SOCAL JUNIORS MAKE A SPLASH AT USTA L1 CLAY COURT NATIONALS

SoCal juniors brought the heat to the clay this summer, posting impressive results at the USTA Level 1 National Clay Court Championships, held July 5-13 at venues across the country.

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USTA SOCAL RENEWS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH WEIL TENNIS ACADEMY

USTA Southern California is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with Weil Tennis Academy, one of the West Coast’s premier tennis academies.

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