# USTA Southern California


## Posts

- [THREE WEEKS IN BEACH CITIES: 2024 ADULT 18 & OVER SECTIONALS RECAP](https://ustasocal.com/news/three-weeks-in-beach-cities-2024-adult-18-over-sectionals-recap-3/): For the first time ever, USTA Southern California held its Adult Sectionals over three consecutive weekends, spanning from the final weekend of July until the second weekend in August.
- [THREE WEEKS IN BEACH CITIES: 2024 ADULT 18 & OVER SECTIONALS RECAP](https://ustasocal.com/news/three-weeks-in-beach-cities-2024-adult-18-over-sectionals-recap-2/): For the first time ever, USTA Southern California held its Adult Sectionals over three consecutive weekends, spanning from the final weekend of July until the second weekend in August.
- [THREE WEEKS IN BEACH CITIES: 2024 ADULT 18 & OVER SECTIONALS RECAP](https://ustasocal.com/news/three-weeks-in-beach-cities-2024-adult-18-over-sectionals-recap/): For the first time ever, USTA Southern California held its Adult Sectionals over three consecutive weekends, spanning from the final weekend of July until the second weekend in August.
- [THREE WEEKS IN BEACH CITIES: 2024 ADULT 18 & OVER SECTIONALS RECAP](https://ustasocal.com/news/hello-world/): For the first time ever, USTA Southern California held its Adult Sectionals over three consecutive weekends, spanning from the final weekend of July until the second weekend in August.

## Pages

- [Cecil Mamiit’s Global Impact Across Cultures and Courts](https://ustasocal.com/news/cecil-mamiit-aanhpi-heritage-month/): Cecil Mamiit’s Global Impact AcrossCultures and Courts MAY 1, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Cecil Mamiit’s Global Impact Across Cultures and Courts MAY 1, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Cecil Mamiit with his family at the Burbank Tennis Center; Middle: Mamiit served as a hitting partner for Maria Sharapova during her French Open victory; Bottom: Mamiit coaching at a USTA Southern California Green Ball clinic in Huntington Beach. (Photo – Jon Mulvey/USTA SoCal) Top: Cecil Mamiit with his family at the Burbank Tennis Center; Bottom: Mamiit served as a hitting partner for Maria Sharapova during […]
- [Micah Velte: A Young Leader in Wheelchair Tennis](https://ustasocal.com/news/micah-velte-wheelchair-tennis/): Micah Velte: A Young Leaderin Wheelchair Tennis APRIL 9, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Micah Velte: A Young Leader in Wheelchair Tennis APRIL 9, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Micah Velte competing at USTA Southern California Wheelchair Sectionals in Irvine. (Photo – Jon Mulvey/USTA SoCal) Middle: Micah with Coach Henry Reyes. Bottom: Micah with Coach Dee Henry. Top: Micah Velte competing at USTA Southern California Wheelchair Sectionals in Irvine. (Photo – Jon Mulvey/USTA SoCal) Bottom: Micah with Coach Henry Reyes. As wheelchair tennis celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, this milestone represents five decades of […]
- [Beyond the Baseline: Camille Hanson](https://ustasocal.com/news/beyond-the-baseline-camille-hanson/): Beyond The Baseline: Camille Hanson APRIL 7, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Beyond The Baseline: Camille Hanson APRIL 7, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA From building forts in the woods of Hickory, North Carolina, to supporting community tennis programs across Southern California, Camille Hanson has spent her life connecting people through creativity, sport, and teamwork. As a Community Tennis Coordinator with USTA Southern California, she plays an active role in expanding access to the game while supporting programs that connect players of all ages and backgrounds. Composed, versatile, and service-oriented, Camille brings a positive presence to […]
- [Southern California’s Finest Shine at Easter Bowl USTA Junior Spring Nationals](https://ustasocal.com/news/2026-easter-bowl-recap/): Southern California’s Finest Shine at Easter BowlUSTA Junior Spring Nationals APRIL 1, 2026  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Southern California’s Finest Shine at Easter Bowl USTA Junior Spring Nationals APRIL 1, 2026  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Boys’ 18s Singles Gold Ball winner Rishvanth Krishna of Irvine (right) and Silver Ball winner Peter Jorniak of Arcadia. Middle: San Diego’s Yilin Chen (right) won the Silver Ball in Girls’ 18s Singles. (Photos Courtesy of Easter Bowl) Bottom: Jaden Joyner of Tarzana and Cordelia Skye of West Hollywood won the Sportsmanship Awards in the 12s. (Photo – ZooTennis.com) Top: […]
- [Creating Impact Through Special Education and Sport with Emily Werman](https://ustasocal.com/news/emily-werman-world-autism-day/): Creating Impact Through Special Educationand Sport with Emily Werman APRIL 2, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Creating Impact Through Special Education and Sport with Emily Werman APRIL 2, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Current ATP world #40 Alex Michelsen of Alisio Viejo won the 2022 Easter Bowl singles and doubles titles. (Photo Courtesy of Easter Bowl) Tennis and education have always been intertwined in Emily Werman’s life. A lifelong tennis player, special education teacher, and disability advocate, she is driven by a commitment to representation, inclusion, and belonging among the autistic and disabled communities. Today, […]
- [Let's Play Tennis! - Grand Prix of Long Beach](https://ustasocal.com/play/grand-prix-of-long-beach/): Let’s Play Tennis! USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Let’s Play Tennis! USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Start Playing Today! Whether you’re new to the game, a casual player, or a seasoned pro—junior, adult, or anywhere in between—USTA Southern California offers countless tennis opportunities in all areas of the section. Fill out the form below and select your areas of interest to sign up for our mailing list and be alerted to tennis opportunities and events near you!
- [SoCal Pro Series: Claremont](https://ustasocal.com/proseries/claremont/): CLAREMONT June 22-28, 2026Biszantz Family Tennis Center  –  $15K – MEN’S DRAWS & RESULTS– WOMEN’S DRAWS & RESULTS– REQUEST A WILD CARD The SoCal Pro Series makes its first ever stop in the San Gabriel Valley at the home of one of the most successful college teams in the country, Claremont Mudd Scripps and its Biszantz Family Tenis Center. Instagram Facebook Facility Details Biszantz Family Tennis Center > LOCATION: 606 E 6th St, Claremont, CA 91711 > NUMBER OF COURTS: Twelve > TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR: Paul Settles Pre-Qualifying Claremont Pre-Qualifier – June 12-14BISZANTZ FAMILY TENNIS CENTERREGISTRATION OPENING SOON Wild Card Requests […]
- [SoCal Pro Series: Irvine](https://ustasocal.com/proseries/irvine-2/): IRVINE June 15-21, 2026Racquet Club of Irvine   –  $15K – MEN’S DRAWS & RESULTS– WOMEN’S DRAWS & RESULTS– REGISTER FOR THE PRE-QUALIFIER– REQUEST A WILD CARD The SoCal Pro Series makes a triumphant return to the Racquet Club of Irvine for the first time since 2023, when current ATP World #21 Learner Tien claimed his first ever professional men’s singles title. Instagram Facebook Facility Details Racquet Club of Irvine > LOCATION: 5 Ethel Coplen Way, Irvine, CA 92612 > NUMBER OF COURTS: Twenty-two hard courts and six green clay. > FAMOUS ALUMS: Hometown hero Learner Tien claimed his first ever […]
- [SoCal Pro Series: Lakewood #2](https://ustasocal.com/proseries/lakewood-2/): LAKEWOOD #2 June 1-7, 2026Lakewood Tennis Center   –  $15K – MEN’S DRAWS & RESULTS– WOMEN’S DRAWS & RESULTS– REGISTER FOR THE PRE-QUALIFIER– REQUEST A WILD CARD Located just north of Long Beach, Lakewood Tennis Center will host the second stop on the SoCal Pro Series summer schedule. Lakewood Tennis Center not only hosts a stop on the SoCal Pro Series as well as Southern California Junior Sectionals, it also hosts 30+ junior and adult tournaments each year from Level 7s up to Level 2s. It prides itself as being a spectator friendly club with generous seating for viewing. With newly […]
- [2026 Boys' High School Camp Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2026-boys-high-school-camp/): Boys’ High School Camp USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2026 Boys’ High SchoolCamp Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. For any posts made to social media using these photos, please tag/credit @ustasocal in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made […]
- [2026 Boys' High School First Serve Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2026-boys-high-school-first-serve/): Boys’ High School First Serve USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2026 Boys’ High SchoolFirst Serve Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. For any posts made to social media using these photos, please tag/credit @ustasocal in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They […]
- [Easter Bowl USTA Spring Nationals Will Once Again Feature Future of American Tennis](https://ustasocal.com/news/2026-easter-bowl-preview/): Easter Bowl USTA Spring Nationals Will OnceAgain Feature Future of American Tennis MARCH 19, 2026  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Easter Bowl USTA Spring Nationals Will Once Again Feature Future of American Tennis MARCH 19, 2026  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Current ATP world #40 Alex Michelsen of Alisio Viejo won the 2022 Easter Bowl singles and doubles titles. (Photo Courtesy of Easter Bowl) Just two weeks after American Taylor Fritz won the biggest pro title of his career capturing the BNP Paribas Open men’s singles title at the Masters 1000 event at Indian Wells Tennis Garden […]
- [There’s No Place Like Home: SoCal’s Taylor Fritz Makes History in the Desert](https://ustasocal.com/news/socals-taylor-fritz-makes-history-in-the-desert/): There’s No Place Like Home: SoCal’s Taylor FritzMakes History in the Desert MARCH 21, 2022  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA There’s No Place Like Home: SoCal’s Taylor Fritz Makes History in the Desert MARCH 21, 2022  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Photo – Lexie Wanninger/USTA SoCal) March 20 is a day Taylor Fritz, the Southern California native, will never forget. “My dad brought me here (to Indian Wells) as a kid,” Fritz said ahead of his appearance in the final of the BNP Paribas Open. “He told me that I was going to win this tournament one day,” […]
- [How Tennis Transformed Melissa Hoffman’s Life](https://ustasocal.com/news/melissa-hoffman-womens-history-month/): How Tennis Transformed Melissa Hoffman’s Life MARCH 23, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA How Tennis Transformed Melissa Hoffman’s Life MARCH 23, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Photos – Rachel Scalera In many ways, tennis saved Melissa Hoffman—physically, emotionally, and mentally. What began as a need to exercise after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis evolved into something far more transformative. The lessons she’s learned from tennis extend well beyond the court, from self-belief and discipline to resiliency and grit. “I live my life differently because I’ve learned so much about myself through the sport,” she says. “I […]
- [Leveling the Playing Field: Danielle Lugo on Empowering Young Girls Through Sports](https://ustasocal.com/news/danielle-lugo-womens-history-month/): Leveling the Playing Field: Danielle Lugo on Empowering Young Girls Through Sports MARCH 18, 2026  –  CAMILLE HANSON USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Leveling the Playing Field: Danielle Lugo on Empowering Young Girls Through Sports MARCH 18, 2026  –  CAMILLE HANSON USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Danielle Lugo; Woodcraft Rangers. As a lifelong softball player and champion of access and inclusion in afterschool programming, Danielle Lugo holds a firm conviction that sport sampling is the key to building leadership and confidence in youth, particularly for young girls who often face greater discouragement in athletics.  Early Career & Impact of High School Tennis A passion […]
- [SoCal Pro Series Celebrates Half a Decade of Launching Professional Careers](https://ustasocal.com/news/socal-pro-series-returns-in-2026/): SoCal Pro Series Celebrates Half a Decadeof Launching Professional Careers MARCH 11, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SoCal Pro Series Celebrates Half a Decade of Launching Professional Careers MARCH 11, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Above: ATP Tour World #27 Learner Tien of Irvine competing at the Lakewood SoCal Pro Series in 2024. (Photo – Jon Mulvey/USTA SoCal) The SoCal Pro Series, Southern California’s run of consecutive ITF World Tennis Tour events, is celebrating five years of giving elite junior and collegiate athletes a true pathway into professional tennis. What began as a regional experiment has […]
- [Tracy Austin: Through and Through, a SoCal Tennis Legend](https://ustasocal.com/news/tracy-austin-socal-tennis-legend/): Tracy Austin: Through and Through,a SoCal Tennis Legend MARCH 11, 2026  –  JOEL DRUCKER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tracy Austin: Through and Through, a SoCal Tennis Legend MARCH 11, 2026  –  JOEL DRUCKER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top and Bottom: Photo – Getty Images Middle: Tracy Austin at the Ojai in 1978. (Photo – The Ojai) Top Photo – Getty Images; Bottom: Tracy Austin at the Ojai in 1978. (Photo – The Ojai) Nearly half a century later, she can still vividly describe, savor, and appreciate the many Southern California-based moments that helped pave her path to greatness. The twinkling red lights […]
- [Camaraderie and Sportsmanship on Full Display at the Brewer Team Cup](https://ustasocal.com/news/2026-brewer-team-cup-recap/): Camaraderie and Sportsmanship on FullDisplay at the Brewer Team Cup MARCH 10, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Camaraderie and Sportsmanship on Full Display at the Brewer Team CupMARCH 10, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Southern California’s top juniors were in full force at the Brewer Team Cup (Spring Team Championships), a premier USTA Level 1 National junior tennis tournament featuring elite players across the country in the Boys’ and Girls’ 12s, 14s, 16s, and 18s divisions. Held annually in March, this event focuses on high-level team competition, camaraderie, and sportsmanship, with the Boys’ and Girls’ 12s […]
- [Let's Play Tennis! - YMCA Girls' Empowerment](https://ustasocal.com/play/ymca-girls-empowerment/): Let’s Play Tennis! USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Let’s Play Tennis! USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Start Playing Today! Whether you’re new to the game, a casual player, or a seasoned pro—junior, adult, or anywhere in between—USTA Southern California offers countless tennis opportunities in all areas of the section. Fill out the form below and select your areas of interest to sign up for our mailing list and be alerted to tennis opportunities and events near you!
- [The Desert Heats Up: Who to Watch at Indian Wells](https://ustasocal.com/news/bnp-paribas-open-2026-main-draw-preview/): The Desert Heats Up: Who to Watch in the BNP Paribas Open Main Draw MARCH 4, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Who to Watch in the BNP Paribas Open Main Draw MARCH 4, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Marcos Giron practicing at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden; Kayla Day in action during qualifying at the BNP Paribas Open 2026. (Photos – Lexie Wanninger) The sunshine swing has officially arrived in the California desert. With the BNP Paribas Open set to kick off main draw play on Wednesday, the first of back-to-back ATP and WTA 1000 events […]
- [2026 BNP Paribas Open Family Day Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2026-bnp-paribas-open-family-day/): BNP Paribas Open Family Day USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA BNP Paribas OpenFamily Day Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. […]
- [Beyond the Baseline: Evan Sonny](https://ustasocal.com/news/beyond-the-baseline-evan-sonny/): Beyond The Baseline: Evan Sonny MARCH 3, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Beyond The Baseline: Evan Sonny MARCH 3, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA As USTA Southern California’s Coordinator of Sportsmanship, Officiating, and Fair Play, Evan Sonny ensures these three areas move in the same direction at the organization. He plays a vital role in ensuring tennis is not only competitive, but played with integrity, respect, and fairness. Kind-hearted, noble, and trustworthy, Evan has become a natural fit for a position centered on guiding behavior and fostering positive experiences across the Southern California tennis community. His […]
- [Tennis Paradise Rising: Southern California’s BNP Paribas Open Qualifying Standouts](https://ustasocal.com/news/bnp-paribas-open-2026-qualifying-preview/): Tennis Paradise Rising: Southern California’s BNP Paribas Open Qualifying Standouts FEBRUARY 28, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGERUSTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tennis Paradise Rising: Southern California’s BNP Paribas Open Qualifying Standouts FEBRUARY 28, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Trevor Svajda in action at the SoCal Pro Series at University of San Diego. From the moment you arrive and see palm trees framed by the San Jacinto and Santa Rosa mountains, Indian Wells feels different. The Tennis Garden is not just a tournament, it is a festival of tennis. Wide, open grounds, buzzing practice courts, and Stadium 1 under the sun or […]
- [The Multifaceted Tennis Career of Sabastiani Leon](https://ustasocal.com/news/sabastiani-leon-womens-history-month/): The Multifaceted Tennis Careerof Sabastiani Leon MARCH 16, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA The Multifaceted Tennis Career of Sabastiani Leon MARCH 16, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Sabastiani Leon teaching tennis. Middle: Sabi with her parents, who have supported her pro tennis career. Bottom: Sabi officiating junior tennis tournaments. Sabastiani Leon, known as “Sabi” to her family and friends, has built one of the most diverse portfolios in Southern California tennis. A San José State Division I tennis alum, professional tennis player on the ITF/WTA Tour, coach and academy co-founder, USTA official, and President of […]
- [Tracy Macnair Burrell: The “Unofficial Tennis Historian” of Bakersfield](https://ustasocal.com/news/tracy-macnair-burrell-womens-history-month/): Tracy Macnair Burrell: The “Unofficial Tennis Historian” of Bakersfield MARCH 26, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tracy Macnair Burrell: The “Unofficial Tennis Historian” of Bakersfield MARCH 26, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Tracy Macnair Burrell with 2025 Tracy Macnair Burrell Sportsmanship Award Nominee. Middle #1: Nominees for the 2025 Tracy Macnair Burrell Sportsmanship Award. Middle #2: Tracy Macnair Burrell and Jack Kramer in 1970. Bottom: Tracy receiving the 1971 Southern Cal Sportsmanship Award from USTA SoCal President Joe Bixler. In Bakersfield, tennis history doesn’t just live among scrapbooks and trophies. It lives within 72-year-old Tracy […]
- [Contact Us - USTA Billie Jean King Girls' National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/girlsnationals/contact/): ABOUT  –  TOURNAMENT INFORMATION  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE  –  PLAYER INFORMATION  –  COLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELS  –  RESULTS & AWARDS  –  PHOTOS  –  CONTACT US ABOUT THE EVENTTOURNAMENT INFORMATIONTOURNAMENT SCHEDULEPLAYER INFORMATIONCOLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELSRESULTS & AWARDSPHOTOSCONTACT US CONTACT US Tournament Staff Honorary Chair: Billie Jean KingTournament Director: Lornie KuhleTournament Desk: Maria GoldbergTournament Coordinator: Eric StephensChief of Officials: Teri CohnReferee: Reliford Sanders Contact Form
- [Photos - USTA Billie Jean King Girls' National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/girlsnationals/photos/): ABOUT  –  TOURNAMENT INFORMATION  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE  –  PLAYER INFORMATION  –  COLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELS  –  RESULTS & AWARDS  –  PHOTOS  –  CONTACT US ABOUT THE EVENTTOURNAMENT INFORMATIONTOURNAMENT SCHEDULEPLAYER INFORMATIONCOLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELSRESULTS & AWARDSPHOTOSCONTACT US PHOTOS Links to photo information and galleries coming soon!
- [Results & Awards - USTA Billie Jean King Girls' National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/girlsnationals/results/): ABOUT  –  TOURNAMENT INFORMATION  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE  –  PLAYER INFORMATION  –  COLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELS  –  RESULTS & AWARDS  –  PHOTOS  –  CONTACT US ABOUT THE EVENTTOURNAMENT INFORMATIONTOURNAMENT SCHEDULEPLAYER INFORMATIONCOLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELSRESULTS & AWARDSPHOTOSCONTACT US RESULTS & AWARDS 2025 Results > 18s SINGLES Champion – Alyssa AhnFinalist – Maya IyengarThird Place – Alexis NguyenFourth Place – Julieta ParejaFifth Place – Kristina PenickovaSixth Place – Maria Aytoyan > 16s SINGLES Champion – Hannah AyraultFinalist – Paige WygodskiThird Place – Brooke KwonFourth Place – Yilin ChenFifth Place – Julia SeversenSixth Place – Daniela del Mastro > 18s DOUBLES Champions – Thea […]
- [Travel & Hotels - USTA Billie Jean King Girls' National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/girlsnationals/travel/): ABOUT  –  TOURNAMENT INFORMATION  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE  –  PLAYER INFORMATION  –  COLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELS  –  RESULTS & AWARDS  –  PHOTOS  –  CONTACT US ABOUT THE EVENTTOURNAMENT INFORMATIONTOURNAMENT SCHEDULEPLAYER INFORMATIONCOLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELSRESULTS & AWARDSPHOTOSCONTACT US TRAVEL & HOTELS Hotel Information for Players, Parents, & Coaches We’ve arranged special rates and services at the hotels listed below for your convenience. Please note that room availability is limited and deadlines apply for booking at the USTA rate. Important: Pay close attention to the cutoff dates! Reservations made after the deadline will not receive the preferred rate, and hotel prices in San […]
- [College Coaches - USTA Billie Jean King Girls' National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/girlsnationals/coaches/): ABOUT  –  TOURNAMENT INFORMATION  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE  –  PLAYER INFORMATION  –  COLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELS  –  RESULTS & AWARDS  –  PHOTOS  –  CONTACT US ABOUT THE EVENTTOURNAMENT INFORMATIONTOURNAMENT SCHEDULEPLAYER INFORMATIONCOLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELSRESULTS & AWARDSPHOTOSCONTACT US COLLEGE COACHES Coach Registration We are excited to welcome college coaches to the USTA Billie Jean King Girls’ 16s & 18s National Championships, August 1-10, 2025 at Barnes Tennis Center. Please follow the instructions below. Please note a few important details: #1 – If you are attending the tournament and would like a printed badge, please be sure to register by JULY 23, 2025 […]
- [Player Information - USTA Billie Jean King Girls' National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/girlsnationals/players/): ABOUT  –  TOURNAMENT INFORMATION  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE  –  PLAYER INFORMATION  –  COLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELS  –  RESULTS & AWARDS  –  PHOTOS  –  CONTACT US ABOUT THE EVENTTOURNAMENT INFORMATIONTOURNAMENT SCHEDULEPLAYER INFORMATIONCOLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELSRESULTS & AWARDSPHOTOSCONTACT US PLAYER INFORMATION Tournament Sites There are three sites for the USTA Billie Jean King Girls’ 18s & 16s National Championships in 2026. The Main Site is Barnes Tennis Center (BTC)– Address: 4490 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107– Phone Number: 619-221-9000– Parking: Free Onsite  Site #2: University of San Diego (USD)– Address: 5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110– Parking: Tennis guests […]
- [Tournament Schedule - USTA Billie Jean King Girls' National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/girlsnationals/schedule/): ABOUT  –  TOURNAMENT INFORMATION  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE  –  PLAYER INFORMATION  –  COLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELS  –  RESULTS & AWARDS  –  PHOTOS  –  CONTACT US ABOUT THE EVENTTOURNAMENT INFORMATIONTOURNAMENT SCHEDULEPLAYER INFORMATIONCOLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELSRESULTS & AWARDSPHOTOSCONTACT US TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE On-Site Check-In All tournament check-ins will happen at the main site, Barnes Tennis Center. Friday, August 7th10:00 AM – 3:00 PMCheck-In for 16s Saturday, August 8th10:00 AM – 3:00 PMCheck-In for 18s ​See the Tournament Information page for instructions on submitting your USTA Medical/Media Release Form and the College Coaches page for information on for college coaches.   2026 Tournament Schedule * […]
- [Tournament Information - USTA Billie Jean King Girls' National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/girlsnationals/tournament/): ABOUT  –  TOURNAMENT INFORMATION  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE  –  PLAYER INFORMATION  –  COLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELS  –  RESULTS & AWARDS  –  PHOTOS  –  CONTACT US ABOUT THE EVENTTOURNAMENT INFORMATIONTOURNAMENT SCHEDULEPLAYER INFORMATIONCOLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELSRESULTS & AWARDSPHOTOSCONTACT US TOURNAMENT INFO Tournament Registration & Entry > ENTERING THE TOURNAMENT The USTA Billie Jean King Girls’ 18s & 16s National Championships will take place in San Diego, California from Friday, August 7 to Sunday, August 16, 2026. Entries will open on the USTA website on May 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM PDT. Online registrations will close on July 16, 2026 at 8:59 AM PDT. […]
- [March 2026 Newsletter](https://ustasocal.com/junior/march-2026-newsletter/): March 2026 Newsletter USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA L5 BARBARA ESTES FRIENDSHIP CUP  –  COLLEGE KNOWLEDGE  –  KRAMER SCHOLARSHIP GRANT  –  NOVO NORDISK DONNELLY SCHOLARSHIP JUNIOR PARENT WEBINAR  –  DISCOUNTED L7 TOURNAMENTS  –  U10 EARLY DEVELOPMENT CAMPS  –  SPORTSMANSHIP CORNERRECENT JUNIOR RESULTS  –  RECENT JUNIOR NEWS  –  WE ARE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE March Newsletter L5 BARBARA ESTES FRIENDSHIP CUPCOLLEGE KNOWLEDGEKRAMER SCHOLARSHIP GRANTNOVO NORDISK DONNELLY SCHOLARSHIP JUNIOR PARENT WEBINARDISCOUNTED L7 TOURNAMENTSU10 EARLY DEVELOPMENT CAMPSSPORTSMANSHIP CORNERRECENT JUNIOR RESULTSRECENT NEWSWE ARE HERE TO SUPPORT YOUTOURNAMENT SCHEDULE L5 Barbara Estes Friendship Cup Entries are now open! The Barbara Estes Friendship Team Cup is back, […]
- [Let's Play Tennis! - Thank You](https://ustasocal.com/play/thanks/): Let’s Play Tennis! USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Let’s Play Tennis! USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Thank you for your submission! We will be in touch with you shortly.
- [Let's Play Tennis! - BNP Family Day](https://ustasocal.com/play/bnp-family-day/): Let’s Play Tennis! USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Let’s Play Tennis! USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Start Playing Today! Whether you’re new to the game, a casual player, or a seasoned pro—junior, adult, or anywhere in between—USTA Southern California offers countless tennis opportunities in all areas of the section. Fill out the form below and select your areas of interest to sign up for our mailing list and be alerted to tennis opportunities and events near you!
- [2026 Tennis on Campus Sectionals (Sunday) Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2026-tennis-on-campus-sectionals-sunday/): Tennis on Campus Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tennis on CampusSectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights […]
- [2026 Tennis on Campus Sectionals (Saturday) Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2026-tennis-on-campus-sectionals-saturday/): Tennis on Campus Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tennis on CampusSectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights […]
- [UC San Diego Secures Three-Peat at 2026 Tennis on Campus Sectionals](https://ustasocal.com/news/2026-tennis-on-campus-sectionals-recap/): UC San Diego Secures Three-Peat at 2026Tennis on Campus Sectionals FEBRUARY 20, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA UC San Diego Secures Three-Peat at 2026 Tennis On Campus SectionalsFEBRUARY 20, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Photos – Jon Mulvey/USTA SoCal The 2026 Southern California Tennis on Campus (TOC) Sectionals returned to the Barnes Tennis Center for the second consecutive year over Presidents’ Day Weekend on February 14-15. Fifteen universities competed in San Diego, many fielding multiple teams in pursuit of a spot at the 2026 USTA Tennis On Campus National Championships.  “One of my favorite things about […]
- [2026 Service Awards Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2026-service-awards/): Service Awards Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Service AwardsPhotos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. For any posts made to social media using these photos, please tag/credit @ustasocal in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public […]
- [USTA Southern California Celebrates Excellence at Annual Service Awards](https://ustasocal.com/news/2026-service-awards-recap/): USTA Southern California Celebrates Excellenceat Annual Service Awards FEBRUARY 12, 2026  –  GAILOR LARGE USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA USTA Southern California Celebrates Excellence at Annual Service Awards FEBRUARY 12, 2026  –  GAILOR LARGE USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Pam Shriver was the recipient of the Henry Talbert Lifetime Achievement Award; Bottom: Santa Monica Tennis Collective Founder Debbie Mahdessian received the Curt Condon Spirit Award. The USTA Southern California community gathered on February 5, 2026 at the Long Beach Marriott to celebrate individuals, families, and organizations whose extraordinary and diverse contributions were driving forces in growing the game across Southern California in 2025.  […]
- [Celia Quintero’s Path to Empowering Players of All Backgrounds](https://ustasocal.com/news/black-history-month-celia-quintero/): Celia Quintero’s Path to Empowering Players of All Backgrounds FEBRUARY 13, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Celia Quintero’s Path to Empowering Players of All BackgroundsFEBRUARY 13, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Celia Quintero leading a girls’ tennis clinic in Brentwood. Middle: Celia coaching Kaley Cuoco. Bottom: Celia with France Tiafoe. For Celia Quintero, tennis has never been just a sport. It has been a classroom, a community builder, and ultimately a platform for creating belonging—one that has shaped her identity and purpose. Originally from New York City and now based in Brentwood, California, Quintero is […]
- [Reimagining Tennis Through Culture, Community, and Rhythm with Club Volley](https://ustasocal.com/news/black-history-month-club-volley/): Reimagining Tennis Through Culture, Community,and Rhythm with Club Volley FEBRUARY 18, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Reimagining Tennis Through Culture, Community, and Rhythm with Club Volley FEBRUARY 18, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Photos – Alleck Doxer/HUE Unlimited A Conversation with the Founders of Club Volley  On a Sunday morning in Los Angeles, there’s a fresh energy unfolding on the tennis courts. This isn’t a traditional tennis clinic—it’s a gathering shaped by curiosity, movement, and community. Founded in 2024 by Stedmon Harper, Deyonte Davis, and Michael Watson II, Club Volley was created to reimagine how people […]
- [Two Weekends of Doubles Action Crown Adult League Sectionals Champions in the Desert](https://ustasocal.com/news/2026-socal-doubles-sectionals-recap/): Two Weekends of Doubles Action Crown AdultLeague Sectionals Champions in the Desert FEBRUARY 5, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Two Weekends of Doubles Action Crown Adult League Sectionals Champions in the DesertFEBRUARY 5, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Photos – Jon Mulvey/USTA SoCal Over the past month, Palm Desert played host to two weekends of Adult League Doubles Sectionals competition, welcoming nearly 1300 competitors from all 13 areas of the section. Matches took place at Omni Rancho Las Palmas Country Club, Westin Mission Hills Resort, College of the Desert, and Palm Valley Country Club.  Both weekends […]
- [2026 SoCal Doubles Sectionals Weekend #2 Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2026-socal-doubles-sectionals-weekend-two/): SoCal Doubles Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SoCal Doubles SectionalsWeekend #2 Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights […]
- [More Than Records: Inside Dana Mathewson’s Lasting Influence](https://ustasocal.com/news/dana-mathewson-womens-history-month/): More Than Records: Inside Dana Mathewson’sLasting Influence MARCH 1, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA More Than Records: Inside Dana Mathewson’s Lasting Influence MARCH 1, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Dana Mathewson is, without question, one of the most influential figures in wheelchair tennis history: a former American #1 women’s player, Grand Slam doubles champion, three-time Paralympian, and global ambassador for the sport. On International Wheelchair Day and during Women’s History Month, it feels especially fitting to honor Dana, whose impact on wheelchair and adaptive tennis transcends rankings and trophies. Because to those who know her best, […]
- [2026 Surf City Marathon Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2026-surf-city-marathon/): Surf City Marathon Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Surf City MarathonEvent Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. For any posts made to social media using these photos, please tag/credit @ustasocal in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available […]
- [Jeron Smith: Smashing Barriers & Forehands](https://ustasocal.com/news/black-history-month-jeron-smith/): Jeron Smith: Smashing Barriers & Forehands FEBRUARY 6, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Jeron Smith: Smashing Barriers & Forehands FEBRUARY 6, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Jeron Smith at Harvard Business School. Charting new paths across some of the world’s most influential industries, Jeron Smith blends intellect, creativity, and purpose. His journey spans academics, athletics, global brand leadership, public service, and entrepreneurship. Those who know him describe Jeron as witty, curious, and deeply driven. Professionally, he has been a quiet architect behind influential campaigns, platforms, and cultural moments over the last decade at Nike and Jordan […]
- [How Marbella on a Mission is Rallying the Tennis Community for Cancer Care](https://ustasocal.com/news/marbella-on-a-mission-world-cancer-day/): How Marbella on a Mission is Rallying the TennisCommunity for Cancer Care FEBRUARY 4, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA How Marbella on a Mission is Rallying the Tennis Community for Cancer Care FEBRUARY 4, 2026  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA On World Cancer Day, communities everywhere come together to remember lives lost, celebrate the courage of those still fighting, and work toward a future without cancer. In South Orange County, that spirit comes alive through tennis, bringing people together, inspiring action, and creating meaningful change. At the heart of this movement are friends and co-chairs Trisha Heppenstall […]
- [February 2026 Newsletter](https://ustasocal.com/junior/february-2026-newsletter/): February 2026 Newsletter USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA BRYAN BROS. DOUBLES RACE  –  CONSOLATION INFORMATION  –  L5 FLIGHTED COMPASS DRAWS  –  BOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL WORKSHOP  –  JTT RED BALL CLINICFRIENDSHIP CUP  –  DISCOUNTED L7S  –  ULTIMATE SPORTSMANSHIP CHALLENGE  –  SPORTSMANSHIP CORNER  –  EARLY DEVELOPMENT CAMPSL1 WINTER NATIONALS RESULTS  –  JTT 10U SECTIONALS  –  L1 WILD CARD CRITERIA  –  RECENT NEWS  –  PARENTAL SUPPORT  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE February Newsletter BRYAN BROS. DOUBLES RACECONSOLATION INFORMATIONL5 FLIGHTED COMPASS DRAWSBOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL WORKSHOPJTT RED BALL CLINICFRIENDSHIP CUPDISCOUNTED L7SULTIMATE SPORTSMANSHIP CHALLENGESPORTSMANSHIP CORNEREARLY DEVELOPMENT CAMPSL1 WINTER NATIONALS RESULTSJTT 10U SECTIONALSL1 WILD CARD CRITERIARECENT NEWSPARENTAL SUPPORTTOURNAMENT SCHEDULE 2025 Bryan […]
- [For Hollywood Writer Fasick, Sportsmanship All Part of the Game](https://ustasocal.com/news/hannah-fasick-sportsmanship-52/): For Hollywood Writer Fasick, SportsmanshipAll Part of the Game APRIL 21, 2023  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA For Hollywood Writer Fasick, Sportsmanship All Part of the Game APRIL 21, 2023  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Hannah Fasick just can’t seem to get enough of USTA League tennis and is a self-described tennis nut who plays five times a week. She captains one mixed doubles team, as well as playing on another, and also lends her skills to a women’s team for this upcoming season. “If they don’t see me at the club, they call me and say, ‘Where are you?’ ” […]
- [Tien, Jovic, and Fritz: Southern California’s 2026 Australian Open Standouts](https://ustasocal.com/news/2026-australian-open-tien-jovic-fritz/): Tien, Jovic, and Fritz: Southern California’s 2026 Australian Open Standouts JANUARY 24, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tien, Jovic, and Fritz: Southern California’s 2026 Australian Open StandoutsJANUARY 24, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA  Top: Learner Tien smiles on Arthur Ashe Stadium at the 2025 US Open. (Photo – Lexie Wanninger) Middle: Iva Jovic celebrates in Indian Wells.(Photo – Lexie Wanninger/USTA SoCal) Bottom: Taylor Fritz competing at the 2025 BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells.(Photo – Lexie Wanninger/USTA SoCal) Learner Tien at the 2025 US Open; Iva Jovic celebrates in Indian Wells; Taylor Fritz competing at the 2025 BNP […]
- [From Bronx Red Clay to Southern California Courts With Official Larry Calder](https://ustasocal.com/news/usta-official-larry-calder/): From Bronx Red Clay to Southern CaliforniaCourts With Official Larry Calder JANUARY 26, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA From Bronx Red Clay to Southern California Courts With Official Larry Calder JANUARY 26, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tennis is often defined by precision, sportsmanship, and respect. Officials embody these characteristics during every match, working selflessly in the background to uphold the integrity of the sport. Among them is Larry Calder, a Southern California tennis official who has become a familiar face and trusted presence on court over the past five years. This milestone reflects not only […]
- [2026 SoCal Doubles Sectionals Weekend #1 Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2026-socal-doubles-sectionals-weekend-one/): SoCal Doubles Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SoCal Doubles SectionalsWeekend #1 Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights […]
- [From Upsets to Gold: Southern California Juniors Make Their Mark at 2025 USTA National Winter Championships](https://ustasocal.com/news/2025-usta-winter-national-championships-recap/): From Upsets to Gold: SoCal Juniors Make Their Markat 2025 USTA National Winter Championships JANUARY 22, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA From Upsets to Gold: Southern California Juniors Make Their Mark at 2025 USTA National Winter Championships JANUARY 22, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Girls’ 18s National Champion Kenzie Nguyen of Irvine. Middle: Boys’ 16s National Champion Nile Ung of Del Mar. Bottom: Girls’ 12s Doubles National Champion Lucy Jiang of Rancho Palos Verdes (second from left) and Boys’ 12s Doubles National Champions Kade Grover of Laguna Beach and Jaden Joyner of Tarzana. Top: Girls’ […]
- [Southern California Players to Watch at the 2026 Australian Open](https://ustasocal.com/news/2026-australian-open-preview/): Southern California Players to Watchat the 2026 Australian Open JANUARY 16, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Southern California Players to Watch at the 2026 Australian OpenJANUARY 16, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Zach Svajda during his 2026 Australian Open qualifying singles match. (Photo – Australian Open) Bottom: Learner Tien hits a backhand on Arthur Ashe Stadium at the 2025 US Open. (Photo – Lexie Wanninger) Top: Zach Svajda during his 2026 Australian Open qualifying singles match. (Photo – Australian Open) Bottom: Learner Tien hits a backhand on Arthur Ashe Stadium at the 2025 US Open. […]
- [2025 Junior Team Tennis Orange Ball Fall Section Championships Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-junior-team-tennis-orange-ball-fall-section-championships/): JTT Orange Ball Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA JTT Orange Ball FallSectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All […]
- [2025 Junior Team Tennis Green Ball Fall Section Championships Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-junior-team-tennis-green-ball-fall-section-championships/): JTT Green Ball Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA JTT Green Ball FallSectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All […]
- [Let's Play Tennis! - Surf City Marathon](https://ustasocal.com/play/surf-city-marathon/): Let’s Play Tennis! USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Let’s Play Tennis! USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Start Playing Today! Whether you’re new to the game, a casual player, or a seasoned pro—junior, adult, or anywhere in between—USTA Southern California offers countless tennis opportunities in all areas of the section. Fill out the form below and select your areas of interest to sign up for our mailing list and be alerted to tennis opportunities and events near you!
- [2025 Junior Team Tennis Fall Section Championships Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-junior-team-tennis-fall-section-championships/): JTT Fall Championships USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2025 JTT FallChampionship Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. For any posts made to social media using these photos, please tag/credit @ustasocal in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to […]
- [A Life Well Served with Ed Kamiyama](https://ustasocal.com/news/a-life-well-served-with-ed-kamiyama/): A Life Well Served with Ed Kamiyama JANUARY 7, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA A Life Well Served with Ed Kamiyama JANUARY 7, 2026  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Photos –  For more than five decades, Ed Kamiyama has been a fixture in Los Angeles schools and on tennis courts across Southern California. A devoted family man, teacher, coach, athletic director, and Vietnam veteran, Ed has lived a comprehensive life with an unwavering commitment to helping young people succeed—not only as athletes but as students and citizens. Ed’s roots have always been firmly planted in Southern California. […]
- [Making Space in Tennis: Rachel Bevis on the Fight for Access and Representation](https://ustasocal.com/news/black-history-month-tennis-auntie-rachel-bevis/): Making Space in Tennis: Rachel Bevis on the Fightfor Access and Representation FEBRUARY 1, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Making Space in Tennis: Rachel Bevis on the Fight for Access and RepresentationFEBRUARY 1, 2026  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Rachel Bevis smiling on Centre Court at Wimbledon. Middle #1: Rachel Bevis doing the coin toss at the 2023 San Diego Open. (Photo – Lexie Wanninger) Middle #2: Rachel Bevis with Taylor Townsend at the BNP Paribas Open. Middle #3: Rachel Bevis, Coco Gauff, and Mike Zarraonandia in the credential office at the San Diego Open. Bottom: […]
- [Orange County Hosts Two-Weekend Tri-Level Sectionals to Close 2025 Adult League Competition](https://ustasocal.com/news/2025-adult-tri-level-sectionals-recap/): Orange County Hosts Two-Weekend Tri-LevelSectionals to Close 2025 Adult League Competition DECEMBER 23, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Orange County Hosts Two-Weekend Tri-Level Sectionals to Close 2025 Adult League CompetitionDECEMBER 23, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Photos – Jon Mulvey/USTA SoCal Back-to-back weekends of Sectionals in Orange County marked the conclusion of the 2025 Adult League season, drawing nearly 1,200 competitors from all 13 areas of the section. Matches were contested at the Great Park Tennis Center, Costa Mesa Tennis Center, and Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis Club, with all titles decided at Great Park. The first […]
- [In or Out? A Conversation on Sportsmanship and Gamesmanship](https://ustasocal.com/news/a-conversation-on-sportsmanship-and-gamesmanship/): In or Out? A Conversation on Sportsmanship and Gamesmanship DECEMBER 28, 2025  –  EVAN SONNY USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA In or Out? A Conversation on Sportsmanship and Gamesmanship DECEMBER 28, 2025  –  EVAN SONNY USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Above: Player shake hands at the net after a match at Junior Doubles Sectionals in Lakewood. (Photo – Jon Mulvey/USTA SoCal) Match point. You’ve got one serve left and everything on the line. The ball clips the line—but it’s called out. You pause. No one saw it clearly. No one’s going to stop the match. It’s your word against theirs. But deep down, you […]
- [USTA Southern California Names Suzanne Young 2025 Adult League Captain of the Year](https://ustasocal.com/news/suzanne-young-adult-league-captain-of-the-year/): USTA Southern California Names Suzanne Young2025 Adult League Captain of the Year DECEMBER 23, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA USTA Southern California Names Suzanne Young 2025 Adult League Captain of the YearDECEMBER 23, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Wendi Eusebio, Adaptive Tennis Champion of the Year; Middle: Nancy Abrams, USTA Coaching Member of the Year; Bottom: Adrian Bolton, Sales Rep of the Year. USTA Southern California has proudly named Coachella Valley’s Suzanne Young its 2025 Adult League Captain of the Year. Chosen through a rigorous nomination process, the honor recognizes one captain whose leadership, sportsmanship, […]
- [2025 Mixed Tri-Level + Mixed 55 & Over + Women's Tri-Level 3.5-2.5 Sectionals Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-mixed-tri-level-mixed-55-and-over-womens-tri-level-35-25/): Mixed Tri-Level / Mixed 55 & Over / Women’s 3.5-2.5 Tri-Level Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Mixed Tri / Mixed 55+ /W3.5-2.5 Tri Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage […]
- [Tina Karwasky Breaks Near 15-Year Drought, Clinches Gold at Women’s 65s Intersectionals](https://ustasocal.com/news/tina-karwasky-womens-65s-intersectionals/): Tina Karwasky Breaks Near 15-Year Drought, Clinches Gold at Women’s 65s Intersectionals DECEMBER 24, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tina Karwasky Breaks Near 15-Year Drought, Clinches Gold at Women’s 65s IntersectionalsDECEMBER 24, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Wendi Eusebio, Adaptive Tennis Champion of the Year; Middle: Nancy Abrams, USTA Coaching Member of the Year; Bottom: Adrian Bolton, Sales Rep of the Year. For nearly 15 years, Tina Karwasky has captained Southern California’s Women’s 55s and 65s teams to strong finishes at the USTA National Women’s Intersectional Team Championships, yet the gold medal always remained just […]
- [SoCal Doubles 2.5 / 3.5 / 4.5 Sectionals](https://ustasocal.com/adult/leagues/socal-doubles-25-35-45-sectionals/): SoCal Doubles 2.5 / 3.5 / 4.5 USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIASoCal Doubles 2.5 /3.5 / 4.5 Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA January 30-February 1, 2026 > SOCAL DOUBLES SECTIONALS> NTRP LEVELS – 2.5 / 3.5 / 4.5 Omni Rancho Las Palmas Country ClubRancho Mirage, California Palm Valley Country Club / College of the DesertPalm Desert, California > EVENT CONTACTS India Hoffmanihoffman@scta.usta.com(310) 208-3582 Susan Daymudesdaymude@scta.usta.com(310) 209-5900 USTA Rules & League Regulations will be enforced during the event. Follow along with @ustasocal on both Instagram and Facebook for photos of all the action live throughout the weekend! – ABOUT THE VENUES > OMNI RANCHO […]
- [SoCal Doubles 3.0 / 4.0 / 5.0+ Sectionals](https://ustasocal.com/adult/leagues/socal-doubles-30-40-50-sectionals/): SoCal Doubles 3.0 / 4.0 / 5.0+ USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIASoCal Doubles 3.0 /4.0 / 5.0+ Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA January 16-18, 2026 > SOCAL DOUBLES SECTIONALS> NTRP LEVELS – 3.0 / 4.0 / 5.0+ Omni Rancho Las Palmas Country Club / Westin Mission Hills ResortRancho Mirage, California College of the Desert / Palm Valley Country ClubPalm Desert, California > EVENT CONTACTS India Hoffmanihoffman@scta.usta.com(310) 208-3582 Susan Daymudesdaymude@scta.usta.com(310) 209-5900 USTA Rules & League Regulations will be enforced during the event. Follow along with @ustasocal on both Instagram and Facebook for photos of all the action live throughout the weekend! – ABOUT THE […]
- [2025 Tri-Level Sectionals Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-tri-level-sectionals/): Tri-Level Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tri-Level SectionalsPhotos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made […]
- [SoCal Leaders Shine in Racquet Sports Industry’s 2025 Champions of Tennis Awards](https://ustasocal.com/news/2025-rsi-champions-of-tennis-awards/): SoCal Leaders Shine in Racquet Sports Industry’s2025 Champions of Tennis Awards DECEMBER 22, 2025  –  LEXIE WANNINGERUSTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SoCal Leaders Shine in Racquet Sports Industry’s 2025 Champions of Tennis AwardsDECEMBER 22, 2025  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Wendi Eusebio, Adaptive Tennis Champion of the Year; Middle: Nancy Abrams, USTA Coaching Member of the Year; Bottom: Adrian Bolton, Sales Rep of the Year. The racquet sports world is celebrating its top contributors of the year, and Southern California is once again well-represented. Racquet Sports Industry (RSI) Magazine has announced its 2025 Champions of Tennis Awards, marking the 25th […]
- [About - USTA Billie Jean King Girls' National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/girlsnationals/about/): ABOUT  –  TOURNAMENT INFORMATION  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE  –  PLAYER INFORMATION  –  COLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELS  –  RESULTS & AWARDS  –  PHOTOS  –  CONTACT US ABOUT THE EVENTTOURNAMENT INFORMATIONTOURNAMENT SCHEDULEPLAYER INFORMATIONCOLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELSRESULTS & AWARDSPHOTOSCONTACT US ABOUT THE TOURNAMENT Every summer, the energy of the USTA Billie Jean King Girls’ 18s & 16s National Championships brought to you by USTA Southern California takes over San Diego, California, as the nation’s top junior girls gather at the Barnes Tennis Center. Nearly 400 of the best young players in the country compete in what is widely regarded as the pinnacle of the […]
- [USTA Billie Jean King Girls' 16s & 18s National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/girlsnationals/): ABOUT  –  TOURNAMENT INFORMATION  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE  –  PLAYER INFORMATION  –  COLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELS  –  RESULTS & AWARDS  –  PHOTOS  –  CONTACT US ABOUT THE EVENTTOURNAMENT INFORMATIONTOURNAMENT SCHEDULEPLAYER INFORMATIONCOLLEGE COACHESTRAVEL & HOTELSRESULTS & AWARDSPHOTOSCONTACT US WHERE CHAMPIONS ARE MADE Every summer, the energy of the USTA Billie Jean King Girls’ 18s & 16s National Championships brought to you by USTA Southern California takes over San Diego, California, as the nation’s top junior girls gather at Barnes Tennis Center. Nearly 400 of the best young players in the country compete in what is widely regarded as the pinnacle of the […]
- [Adult Flex Leagues](https://ustasocal.com/adult/leagues/flex/): Adult Flex Leagues USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WHAT IS A FLEX LEAGUE?  –  CURRENT LEAGUE OPPORTUNITIESGET STARTED PLAYING FLEX LEAGUES Adult Flex Leagues WHAT IS A FLEX LEAGUE?CURRENT LEAGUE OPPORTUNITIESGET STARTED Join a Flex League! USTA Flex is the easiest way to get more tennis into your life without the commitment of a traditional Adult League. Using the free USTA Flex app, you can join local Flex Leagues, discover events, connect with new hitting partners, and schedule matches that fit your life. You will be matched with players of similar skill, and you can play wherever and whenever it works for […]
- [2025 Officials Summit Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-officials-summit/): Officials Summit Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2025 USTA OfficialsSummit Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. For any posts made to social media using these photos, please tag/credit @ustasocal in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to […]
- [2025 L4 Intersectional Showdown Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-l4-intersectional-showdown/): Intersectional Showdown USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2025 L4 IntersectionalShowdown Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. For any posts made to social media using these photos, please tag/credit @ustasocal in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the […]
- [Carlsbad’s Pareja Continues Upward Ascent Into First SoCal Pro Series Singles Semifinal](https://ustasocal.com/news/socal-pro-series-rancho-santa-fe-julieta-pareja/): Carlsbad’s Pareja Continues Upward AscentInto First SoCal Pro Series Singles Semifinal JUNE 22, 2024  –  DAMIAN SECORE USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Carlsbad’s Pareja Continues Upward Ascent Into First SoCal Pro Series Singles Semifinal JUNE 22, 2024  –  DAMIAN SECORE USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA The youngest player steadily competing on the 2024 SoCal Pro Series, Julieta Pareja turned 15 four months ago. Weeks after completing her freshman year at Carlsbad’s Seaside Academy, she just may have quite the unique summer vacation story to share with her class when she returns to school later this summer. Pareja advanced to her first women’s semifinal in professional ITF World Tour/USTA […]
- [A Little Thing Like a Handshake Goes a Long Way for USTA Official Maureen Regan](https://ustasocal.com/news/usta-official-maureen-regan/): A Little Thing Like a Handshake Goes a LongWay for USTA Official Maureen Regan DECEMBER 3, 2025  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA A Little Thing Like a Handshake Goes a Long Way for USTA Official Maureen ReganDECEMBER 3, 2025  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Match point has been clinched and both players head to the net for the post-match handshake, a tradition as old as the game itself. The handshake doesn’t always look the same and comes in different forms – a racquet tap, fist pump and most often a clasp of hands. In a one-on-one sport, the […]
- [Four Areas Capture Titles, Orange County Reigns Supreme at Adult 65 & Over League Sectionals](https://ustasocal.com/news/2025-adult-65-and-over-sectionals-recap/): Four Areas Capture Titles, Orange County ReignsSupreme at Adult 65 & Over League Sectionals DECEMBER 1, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Four Areas Capture Titles, Orange County Reigns Supreme at Adult 65 & Over League Sectionals DECEMBER 1, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHERUSTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Photos – Rachel Scalera/USTA SoCal After a rain-filled week in Southern California delayed the start of Adult 65 & Over Sectionals play originally scheduled for November 14–16, the event was rescheduled and completed this past weekend, November 22–23. SoCal’s best traveled to the Inland Empire to vie for Sectional titles, with the Claremont Club […]
- [2025 Adult 65 & Over Sectionals Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-adult-65-and-over-sectionals/): Adult 65 & Over Sectionals USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2025 Adult 65 & OverSectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. For any posts made to social media using these photos, please tag/credit @ustasocal in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They […]
- [From 35 to 80: SoCal Teams Deliver a National Showcase of Excellence](https://ustasocal.com/news/2025-donoff-cup-womens-intersectionals/): From 35 to 80: SoCal Teams Deliver a National Showcase of Excellence NOVEMBER 26, 2025  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA From 35 to 80: SoCal Teams Deliver a National Showcase of ExcellenceNOVEMBER 26, 2025  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Men’s 75s Team Gold Ball Winners at the Donoff Cup. Middle #1: Women’s 65s Champions at Women’s Intersectional Team Championships. Middle #2: Women’s 75s Champions. Middle #3: Women’s 80s Champions. Middle #4: Women’s 45s Champions. Bottom: Women’s 35s Finalists. Team SoCal at the Donoff Cup and Women’s Intersectionals: Men’s 75s, Women’s 35s, 45s, 65s, 75s, 80s. Southern California […]
- [2025 Junior Doubles Sectionals Championship Sunday Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-junior-doubles-sectionals-championship-sunday/): Junior Doubles Sectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Junior Doubles Sectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made […]
- [2025 Junior Doubles Sectionals Weekend #2 (Saturday) Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-junior-doubles-sectionals-weekend-2-saturday/): Junior Doubles Sectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Junior Doubles Sectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights […]
- [December 2025 Newsletter](https://ustasocal.com/junior/december-2025-newsletter/): December 2025 Newsletter USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2026 NATIONALS  –  2026 SOCAL L1 WILDCARDS  –  2026 BATTLE OF THE SECTIONS  –  DOUBLES SECTIONALS RESULTS  –  JUNIOR AWARDS BANQUETTOURNAMENT FEEDBACK  –  DISCOUNTED L7S  –  ULTIMATE SPORTSMANSHIP CHALLENGE  –  EARLY DEVELOPMENT CAMPS  –  SOCIAL MEDIA IMPERSONATIONRECENT RESULTS  –  RECENT NEWS  –  BECOME AN OFFICIAL  –  PARENTAL SUPPORT  –  TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE December Newsletter 2026 NATIONALS2026 SOCAL L1 WILDCARDS2026 BATTLE OF THE SECTIONSDOUBLES SECTIONALS RESULTSJUNIOR AWARDS BANQUETTOURNAMENT FEEDBACKDISCOUNTED L7SULTIMATE SPORTSMANSHIP CHALLENGEEARLY DEVELOPMENT CAMPSSOCIAL MEDIA IMPERSONATIONRECENT RESULTSRECENT NEWSBECOME AN OFFICIALPARENTAL SUPPORTTOURNAMENT SCHEDULE 2026 USTA National Junior Tournaments Information The new year is just around the corner, […]
- [Celebrating Character, Growth, and Excellence at the 2025 Junior Awards Banquet](https://ustasocal.com/news/2025-junior-awards-banquet/): Celebrating Character, Growth, and Excellenceat the 2025 Junior Awards Banquet NOVEMBER 25, 2025  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Celebrating Character, Growth, and Excellence at the 2025 Junior Awards Banquet NOVEMBER 25, 2025  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Daniela Borruel, one of the 2025 recipients of the Evelyn Houseman Lifetime Sportsmanship Award. Bottom: Winners at the 2025 Junior Awards Banquet. On Saturday, November 1, the Long Beach Marriott celebrated Southern California’s outstanding young athletes at the 2025 Junior Awards. These honors recognize juniors who excel not only on the court but also through character, integrity, and dedication, inspiring […]
- [Mother’s Day Q&A with South Bay Tennis Center’s Courtney Hance](https://ustasocal.com/news/mothers-day-courtney-hance/): Mother’s Day Q&A with South BayTennis Center’s Courtney Hance MAY 14, 2023  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Mother’s Day Q&A with South Bay Tennis Center’s Courtney Hance MAY 14, 2024  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA It doesn’t happen very often, but a great day on the tennis courts these days for South Bay Tennis Center’s Courtney Hance is when one of her four children stops by and jumps into one of her popular clinics at the Torrance facility she owns with her husband Ken.  On this Mother’s Day Weekend, we caught up with Hance and asked her about raising her four […]
- [Mika Ikemori Looks to the Future After a Stellar SoCal Junior Career](https://ustasocal.com/news/mika-ikemori-looks-to-the-future-after-stellar-junior-career/): Mika Ikemori Looks to the FutureAfter a Stellar SoCal Junior Career JUNE 15, 2023  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Mika Ikemori Looks to the Future After a Stellar SoCal Junior Career JUNE 15, 2023  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Mika Ikemori competes at the 2023 Southern California Junior Sectional Championships in Costa Mesa. Bottom: Ikemori embraces opponent Lexie Flores at the net after their Girls’ 18s Round of 32 match. (Photos – Jon Mulvey/USTA SoCal) You won’t find a tighter bond in all of junior tennis between player and coach than the one Mika Ikemori shares with Debbie Graham. […]
- [Ready to Add Some Serious Years to Your Life? Tennis Can Add 10!](https://ustasocal.com/news/tennis-can-add-10-years-to-your-life/): Ready to Add Some Serious Years to Your Life?Tennis Can Add 10! MAY 8, 2023  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Ready to Add Some Serious Years to Your Life? Tennis Can Add 10! MAY 8, 2023  –  LEXIE WANNINGER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tennis is a sport that can be played by people of all ages and skill levels, and its health benefits are numerous. Not only does it provide excellent cardiovascular exercise, but it also helps maintain a healthy weight, reduces stress and anxiety, and improves cognitive function and decision-making abilities. Studies have shown that playing tennis regularly can […]
- [Future, Present and Former UCLA Bruins Fill Up Draws at Jack Kramer Club SoCal Pro Series Event](https://ustasocal.com/news/socal-pro-series-jack-kramer-club-spencer-johnson/): Future, Present and Former UCLA Bruins Fill UpDraws at Jack Kramer Club SoCal Pro Series Event JUNE 27, 2024  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Future, Present and Former UCLA Bruins Fill Up Draws at Jack Kramer Club SoCal Pro Series Event JUNE 27, 2024  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Ladera Ranch’s Spencer Johnson advanced to Thursday’s second round with a straight sets win over Arda Azkara. Bottom: Future UCLA Bruin Kate Fakih defeated Ema Burgic in Wednesday’s first round of singles. (Photos – Jon Mulvey/USTA SoCal) Everywhere you looked on Wednesday during the first round of play at […]
- [Tien Nets Third Singles Crown and Pareja Wins First Pro Title, Becoming Youngest SoCal Pro Series Champion](https://ustasocal.com/news/socal-pro-series-rancho-santa-fe-learner-tien-julieta-pareja/): Tien Nets Third Singles Crown and Pareja Wins FirstPro Title, Becoming Youngest Pro Series Champion JUNE 24, 2024  –  DAMIEN SECORE USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Tien Nets Third Singles Crown and Pareja Wins First Pro Title, Becoming Youngest SoCal Pro Series Champion JUNE 24, 2024  –  DAMIEN SECORE USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA The concluding tournament of four in the 2024 SoCal Pro Series’ San Diego swing, onlookers at Rancho Santa Fe Tennis Club on Sunday may have seen the end of an era for the series’ most decorated champion and a dawn of a new one, featuring another Southern California teenage prodigy, to be continued […]
- [2025 Junior Doubles Sectionals Weekend #1 Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-junior-doubles-sectionals-weekend-1/): Junior Doubles Sectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Junior Doubles Sectionals Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. If you make a post using these photos on social media, please tag/credit @ustasocal and Jon Mulvey (@mlvytnns) in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights […]
- [Ace Your Dreams Growing Youth Tennis Access Across Latin America](https://ustasocal.com/news/ace-your-dreams-growing-youth-tennis/): Ace Your Dreams Growing Youth TennisAccess Across Latin America NOVEMBER 29, 2025  –  CAMILLE HANSON USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Ace Your Dreams Growing Youth Tennis Access Across Latin America NOVEMBER 29, 2025  –  CAMILLE HANSONUSTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Created from the vision and aspirations of two passionate tennis coaches and grassroots advocates, Ace Your Dreams emerged from the vibrant Santa Barbara tennis community through Santa Barbara Tennis Patrons, the oldest Community Tennis Association (CTA) in California. Long committed to the belief that tennis can open doors to opportunity, the initiative now reaches far beyond local courts, bringing the sport to underserved youth […]
- [Dear Coaches](https://ustasocal.com/dear-coaches/): Dear Coaches USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Dear Coach USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Say Thanks to Your Coach! Thank Your Coach! We’re creating a video project to celebrate the ones who make the game so special. The coaches who inspire, motivate, and elevate their players. We’re inviting you to write a letter to a coach (current or former), sharing how they have made a difference in your life both on and off the court. Selected letters will be featured in our video, where we’ll surprise your coach with your message during a video interview. Please note if selected, you will also be asked […]
- [Ava Schumacher Celebrates 45 Years of USTA Officiating](https://ustasocal.com/news/ava-schumacher-celebrates-45-years-of-usta-officiating/): Ava Schumacher Celebrates 45 Yearsof USTA Officiating NOVEMBER 20, 2025  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Ava Schumacher Celebrates 45 Years of USTA Officiating NOVEMBER 20, 2025  –  RILEY SHEAR USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Ava Schumacher, honored as the Glass Ball recipient at the 2025 USTA California Officials Summit. (Photo – Rachel Scalera/USTA Southern California) Bottom: Ava officiating a tennis event at Barnes Tennis Center in San Diego. Top: Ava Schumacher, honored as the Glass Ball recipient at the 2025 USTA California Officials Summit. (Photo – Rachel Scalera/USTA Southern California) Bottom: Ava officiating a tennis event at Barnes Tennis Center in San […]
- [Jane Roberts Passes Personality Test in Becoming Dependable USTA Official](https://ustasocal.com/news/tennis-official-jane-roberts/): Jane Roberts Passes Personality Test inBecoming Dependable USTA Official NOVEMBER 19, 2025  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Jane Roberts Passes Personality Test In Becoming Dependable USTA Official NOVEMBER 19, 2025  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Ken Grassel, Marsha Jones, Brett Haberstick, and Jane Roberts at the 2025 USTA California Officiating Summit. (Photo – Rachel Scalera/USTA Southern California) Ken Grassel, Marsha Jones, Brett Haberstick, and Jane Roberts at the 2025 USTA California Officiating Summit. (Photo – Rachel Scalera/USTA Southern California) If you were to list the qualities that define a great USTA Official, you’d probably start with someone who […]
- [Sophie Tong and Tiana Nguyen Leading Charge for Next Generation of Officials in Southern California](https://ustasocal.com/news/tennis-officials-sophie-tong-and-tiana-nguyen/): Sophie Tong and Tiana Nguyen Leading Charge for Next Generation of Officials in Southern California NOVEMBER 18, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Sophie Tong and Tiana Nguyen Leading Charge for Next Generation of Officials in Southern California NOVEMBER 18, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: Tiana Nguyen and Sophie Tong at high school graduation. Bottom: Sophie Tong, Justin Nguyen, and Tan Ton officiating. Top: Tiana Nguyen and Sophie Tong at high school graduation. Middle: Sophie Tong, Justin Nguyen, and Tan Ton officiating. Bottom: Tiana Nguyen and Sophie Tong. For best friends Sophie Tong and Tiana Nguyen, […]
- [Team SoCal Results from the 2025 Adult League National Championships](https://ustasocal.com/news/2025-adult-league-national-championships-results/): Team SoCal Results from the 2025Adult League National Championships NOVEMBER 13, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Team SoCal Results from the 2025 Adult League National Championships NOVEMBER 13, 2025  –  BRENDEN FISHER USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Mixed 18 & Over 7.0 National Champions — San Gabriel Valley “Wild Cards” — Captained by Colin Tang and Laurie Manley Photo #1 – Mixed 18 & Over 7.0 Champions — San Gabriel Valley “Wild Cards” — Captained by Colin Tang and Laurie Manley Photo #2 – Mixed 40 & Over 8.0 Champions — Orange County “Boot Camp” — Captained by Frank Tran […]
- [2025 Junior Awards Banquet Photo Gallery](https://ustasocal.com/photos/2025-junior-awards-banquet/): 2025 Junior Awards Banquet USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2025 Junior AwardsBanquet Photos USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Important Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available to the public for personal use only and may not be reproduced or reused for commercial purposes (i.e. posts made by sponsors) without the express written consent of USTA Southern California. For any posts made to social media using these photos, please tag/credit @ustasocal in the caption. Photo Usage Notice! All images in these galleries are © USTA Southern California. All rights reserved. They are made available […]
- [Park’s Place Now Firmly Cemented as a USTA Official](https://ustasocal.com/news/tennis-official-sanggyu-park/): Park’s Place Now Firmly Cemented as a USTA Official NOVEMBER 17, 2025  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Park’s Place Now Firmly Cemented as a USTA Official NOVEMBER 17, 2025  –  STEVE PRATT USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Top: SangGyu Park making his US Open officiating debut on court. Bottom: Southern California tennis officials working the 2025 US Open. (Left to right Maureen Regan, Val Davidson, Teri Cohn, Selwyn Brereton, SangGyu Park, and David Martinez). Top: SangGyu Park making his US Open officiating debut on court. Middle: Southern California tennis officials working the 2025 US Open. (Left to right Maureen Regan, Val […]
- [Service Awards Nominations](https://ustasocal.com/serviceawards/): Service Awards Nominations USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 2025 Service Awards USTA SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Nominations Closed The nomination period for the 2025 Service Awards has closed.


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