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2026 “POSITIVE ATHLETE” STATE WINNERS ANNOUNCED
USTA Georgia is once again proud to be a partner with the Positive Athlete Foundation. The Positive Athlete Foundation is a recognition program that celebrates high
More Than a Game: NJTL Youth Develop Leadership Skills Through Tennis
On May 30th, the Georgia Tennis Foundation hosted its NJTL Leadership Camp, bringing together 70 participants from five NJTL chapters across Georgia for a day
“Catching Up” with Georgia Tennis Hall of Fame Member Kenny Thorne
The “Catching Up” series continues with another conversation from the Sessions Georgia Tennis Hall of Fame, spotlighting the stories, influences, and journeys that have shaped
Adult 55 & Over Players Set for State Championship Weekend in Columbus
Georgia’s adult league tennis season continues this weekend as teams from across the state head to Columbus for the Adult 55 & Over State Championship,
Tournament NEWS
JUNIOR PLAYER SPOTLIGHTS
Zachary Szymanski – Junior Player Spotlight
BirthplaceGeorgia FamilyLaura (Mom), Ben (Dad), Alex & Matthew (Brothers) Favorite TV show?Malcolm in the Middle Diehard fan of What Sports Team? Ohio State Buckeyes Favorite
Georgia Juniors Heat Up the Desert at 2026 Easter Bowl
The 2026 Easter Bowl (USTA National Spring Championship) was conducted at the world-famous Indian Wells Tennis Gardens this past week in the Southern California desert. Played at
Luke Hedrick – Junior Player Spotlight
BirthplaceJohns Creek, GA FamilyDad – Andy, Mom – Jen, brothers – Logan & Drew and dog – Stella Favorite TV show?Break Point Diehard fan of
Rhiya Chiang – Junior Player Spotlight
BirthplaceOrange County, CA FamilyJasmine (Mom), Tony (Dad) and Rio (brother) Favorite TV show?The Rookie Diehard fan of What Sports Team? FC Barcelona Favorite city to
Adult PLAYER SPOTLIGHTS
Georgia Athletes Earn Spots on Team USA for ITF Masters World Championships
The ITF Masters World Team Championships features the top players from across the world competing for their countries in age groups ranging from 35 to
Nataly Cahana Fleishman – Adult Player Spotlight
BirthplaceIsrael FamilyHusband is Seth Fleishman. I have four kids. Shira who is 19 and lives in Israel, Matan my son who is 16, and my
Roger Pearce – Adult Player Spotlight
BirthplaceBattle Creek, MI FamilyWife, Judy, and our dog, Layla – an Akita Favorite TV show?Too many to list! Diehard fan of what sports team?University of
Georgia Duo Wins National Title & Brings Home Gold
Georgia tennis is shining on the national stage! Chris Bussert (Big Canoe) and Danny Carlson (Mableton) teamed up to capture their second gold ball of the year together, winning
AdultS NEWS
Adult 55 & Over Players Set for State Championship Weekend in Columbus
Georgia’s adult league tennis season continues this weekend as teams from across the state head to Columbus for the Adult 55 & Over State Championship,
Nearly 700 Players to Compete in Adult 18 & Over State Championships
This weekend, Macon, Georgia becomes the center of adult league tennis as players from across the state compete in the Adult 18 & Over 2.5,
Georgia Athletes Earn Spots on Team USA for ITF Masters World Championships
The ITF Masters World Team Championships features the top players from across the world competing for their countries in age groups ranging from 35 to
Georgia’s Top Adult Players Head to Rome, Georgia for State Championship Showdown
This weekend, the spotlight shines on Rome, Georgia as players from across the state gather for the Adult 18 & Over 3.0, 4.0 Low, 4.0,