YOUTH LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
COMMUNITY TENNIS | USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
YOUTH LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
COMMUNITY TENNIS
USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
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APPLY FOR THE 2024/2025 YOUTH LEADERSHIP COUNCIL!
We are now accepting applications for the 2024/2025 term of the USTA Southern California Youth Leadership Council. Anyone interested in being a member of the 2024/2025 YLC must fill out the application, including members of the 2023/2024 YLC term.
Click here to apply for the 2024/2025 Youth Leadership Council! The application deadline is Friday, August 16th.
OUR MISSION
To empower junior tennis players in Southern California to take on leadership roles and amplify their impact on issues about which they are passionate.
OUR VISION
To create a network of young, dynamic and ambitious leaders using tennis as a vehicle to make a positive impact in Southern California.
OUR CORE VALUES
Teamwork
Integrity
Service
Inclusion
Community
Sportsmanship
YOUTH LEADERSHIP COUNCIL GOALS & OBJECTIVES
– Develop impactful connectivity between SoCal’s junior tennis population and the USTA Southern California section.
– Foster meaningful collaboration to enhance the delivery of junior tennis programming throughout Southern California.
– Create leadership opportunities for young, ambitious tennis players.
– Empower members with the ability to “give back” to the Southern California tennis community.
– Provide opportunities for community service and credit (when applicable).
YOUTH LEADERSHIP COUNCIL BLOG
YLC BLOG: THE WORLD CUP OF TENNIS – THE DAVIS CUP 2024
Blog by Ansel Lee – Since its formation in 1900, the Davis Cup has evolved into a prestigious event that unites countries and fans, making it one of the most anticipated highlights of the calendar.
YLC BLOG: SECOND SERVE – GIVING EQUIPMENT A SECOND CHANCE TO SERVE
Blog by Levi Jefferson – What began as a desire to help others gain access to tennis has grown into a network of young leaders dedicated to expanding the sport and uplifting underserved youth.
YLC BLOG: FROM HONG KONG TO TOKYO – ASIA’S INFLUENCE ON PRO TENNIS
Blog by Shivi Goyal – As we close in the men’s (ATP) and women’s (WTA) professional tennis tours, we are met with a few weeks worth of important tournaments in Asia.
YLC BLOG: JP YAMASAKI TOURNAMENT – HONORING A YOUNG TALENT
Blog by Levi Jefferson – For over 35 years, the Level 4 JP Yamasaki has been one of the most popular and iconic tournaments in the Southern California junior tennis community.
YLC BLOG: YLC TO RUN JUNIOR CIRCUIT EVENT IN PASADENA
Blog by Drake Nguyen – The USTA Southern California Youth Leadership Council is thrilled to host their first Junior Circuit tournament in Pasadena for 10 & Under players.
YLC BLOG: AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH COMMUNITY PLAY DAY
Blog by Alex Bakhtiari – This Saturday, April 6th, embrace the spirit of inclusion and the joy of tennis at the Serving Advantage Community Adaptive Tennis Play Day.
YLC BLOG: WHM – A CONVERSATION WITH JOSLYNN BURKETT
Blog by Maddy Posner – As Women’s History Month comes to a close, Joslynn Burkett celebrates women’s accomplishments through her own experiences in tennis and beyond.
YLC BLOG: HOW AI IS REVOLUTIONIZING THE SPORT OF TENNIS
Blog by Jenelle Liu – While many people worry about what the future of AI holds, it may actually be beneficial for players, coaches, and audiences alike to take advantage of the rapid changes.
YLC BLOG: APPLYING SUSTAINABLE EATING TO THE ATHLETIC DIET
Blog by Avery Yang – There are a plethora of ways athletes can incorporate sustainable eating habits into their lives while continuing to enjoy nutritious and delicious food.
WE WILL ACCOMPLISH OUR MISSION & VISION THROUGH OUR COMMITTEES.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Provides opportunities to SoCal youth to play in organized tennis events by removing obstacles to their participation, particularly in underserved communities.
MARKETING COMMITTEE
Provides content and delivery mechanisms for engaging young people in the sport of tennis on the most current and popular social media platforms and on the web.
COUNCIL LEADERSHIP
Halle Parker
Co-President
Irvine
Maddy Posner
Co-President
North Tustin
Lexi Wang
Vice-President
Temple City
Siena Huang
Secretary
Laguna Niguel
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Andrew Chan
Rancho Palos Verdes
Mira Dean
Irvine
Connor Fracisco
Los Angeles
Siena Huang
Laguna Niguel
Madeleine Jackson
Newport Beach
Harshini Mahesh
Tustin
Tristan Pham
Newport Beach
Joya Roy
Los Angeles
Gaby Shiao
Los Angeles
Sydney Smith
Tarzana
Connor Yang
Los Angeles
Sofia Vongsouvanh
San Diego
Shia Watts
Los Angeles
COMPETITION COMMITTEE
Desyray Chan
Los Angeles
Andrew Clouse
El Segundo
Rohan Grewal
Irvine
Logan Pham
San Diego
Lexi Wang
Temple City
MARKETING COMMITTEE
Calista Chun
Manhattan Beach
Shivi Goyal
Irvine
Evelyn Hwang
Irvine
Levi Jefferson
Thousand Oaks
Ansel Lee
Newport Beach
Akul Shivkumar
Irvine
Prubgeet Singh
Redlands
Emily Stutsman
Los Angeles
Avery Yang
Yorba Linda