David Fisher – Officials Spotlight
BirthplaceDallas, Texas Most memorable officiating moment?Calling lines at the BB&T wildcard tournament, semi-finals and finals. Can’t wait to do more of that! Diehard fan of what sports team?Atlanta Falcons Favorite city to travel?Miami/Fort Lauderdale My dream doubles match would be me and…Roger Federer When I’m not playing tennis, I’m…Building outdoor furniture for my wife. #1 […]
After 37 Years, Stacey Venker Proves it is “Tennis For Life”
A pillar of the Athens/Oconee community for 37 years, Stacey Venker has most recently served as Director of Tennis for Life in Athens (Bishop Park). After all these years, Venker announced that she will retire from her post in June. For the founder of Tennis For Life, Venker assures tennis enthusiasts that this is not “goodbye!” “When […]
Amanda Folds – High School Coach Spotlight
School I coach at: Carrollton High School (Home of the Tigers) Years Coaching High School Tennis: 7 years Best High School Tennis Memory I’ve had is:Some of my best high school memories were being partof a team that encouraged each other and had funplaying tennis Favorite Pro/College Athlete: Rafael Nadal Favorite Quote: “You will excel […]
Cameron Leslie – Tournament Director Spotlight
Birthplace: Richmond, VA Tournament Location(s): Cherokee Tennis Center, Hobgood Park, Kenny Askew Park The Best Part Of Running A Tournament: Watching the junior players develop and grow on court! Diehard Fan Of What Sports Team? West Ham Hammers, Florida Gators, Nashville Preds, Atlanta United, Falcons, Braves Favorite City To Travel: London My Dream Doubles Match Would […]
Shaneji Ward – Officials Spotlight
Birthplace: Eatonton Most memorable officiating moment: My very first day, I was so nervous! Diehard fan of what sports team? I have a favorite player (not a team), so whatever team Russell Westbrook is currently playing on Favorite city to travel: Boston My dream doubles match would be me and…Serena Williams When I’m not playing […]
Teza Simunyola – USTA Georgia/GPTA Teaching Professional Spotlight
Hometown Buford Club/Facility you currently teach at? Midway Park (Cumming), Owner of Simunyola Tennis Atlanta How did you get involved in teaching tennis? I was trying to play tennis professionally but couldn’t and so I started teaching tennis to help kids try to play professionally. Best part of your game?Forehand Dream doubles match would be […]
Ingrid Abram – Officials Spotlight
BirthplaceHattiesburg, MS Most memorable officiating moment?The Peach State (2019) Diehard fan of what sports team?New Orleans Saints Favorite city to travel?New York My dream doubles match would be me and…Venus vs Serena and Alyssa (my daughter) When I’m not playing tennis, I’m…Volunteering in the community, mentoring youth and cheering on my daughter in her matches. […]
Witton Carlisle – Tournament Director Spotlight
Birthplace: Roswell, GA Tournament Location(s): Roswell Area Park The Best Part Of Running A Tournament: Seeing High Level Competition Diehard Fan Of What Sports Team? Georgia Southern University Soccer Favorite City To Travel: Buenos Aires, Ag My Dream Doubles Match Would Be Me And: and my dad beating the Bryan brothers… When I’m Not Playing Tennis, […]
Stewart Atkins – Volunteer of the Month
Birthplace Asheville, North Carolina Family Jekyll Island Tennis Center Members Favorite TV Show Atlanta Braves Baseball Diehard Fan Of What Sports Team Atlanta Braves/ Jacksonville Jaguars Favorite City To Travel Weaverville, North Carolina Best Part Of Your Game Anything on my left side! Dream Doubles Match Would be Me And …. Amanda Coetzer When I’m […]
Amanda Boudreau – Seeing the Big Picture
Organizing and promoting USTA School Tennis throughout the state of Georgia, USTA Georgia’s Amanda Boudreau always gets a thrill in seeing a tennis racquet in a child’s hand for the first time, but it’s really about overcoming challenges and making sure tennis is one viable option for children during physical education class in their elementary schools. […]
