community NEWS
Jeff Chandley Announces Retirement
The USTA Georgia staff & volunteer leadership congratulate Jeff Chandley, wishing him a happy retirement. Jeff’s contributions to the sport are numerous, most importantly the
Jaime Kaplan Honored With RSI “Champions of Tennis” Award
Congratulations to Georgia Tennis legend and Hall of Fame inductee (Class of 2006) Jaime Kaplan. She has been honored by Racquet Sports Industry as one
USTA Georgia District Newsletter: 3rd Edition
We are excited to issue the third edition of USTA Georgia’s District Newsletter and share the wonderful things our CTAs are doing. While spotlighting the
“Catching Up” With Georgia Tennis Legend Al Parker
We “catch up” with Class of 2003 Georgia Tennis Hall of Fame member and icon Al Parker. Al reminiscences on his legendary junior career, which
Tournament NEWS
JUNIOR PLAYER SPOTLIGHTS
Michael Chervenkov – Junior Player Spotlight
BirthplaceMarietta, GA FamilyMitko (Dad), Hristina (Mom), Toby (furry brother) Favorite TV show?Young Sheldon Favorite city to travel?Palm Springs Best part of your game?Forehand Dream doubles
Ellery Mendell – Junior Player Spotlight
BirthplaceAthens, GA FamilyOlder sister Favorite TV show?Modern Family Diehard fan of what sports team?Michigan State basketball Favorite city to travel?New York City Best part of
London Vasilescu – Junior Player Spotlight
BirthplaceAtlanta FamilyAngelo (Dad), Elena (Mom), Lucas (Brother) & Jagger (Weimereiner) Favorite TV show?Ballers Diehard fan of what sports team?Edmonton Oilers Favorite city to travel?Miami Best
Jack Wrobel – Junior Player Spotlight
BirthplaceAtlanta Family4 older sisters Favorite TV show?The Arrow Diehard fan of what sports team?Georgia Bulldogs Favorite city to travel?Zell am See, Austria Best part of
Adult PLAYER SPOTLIGHTS
Joel Nelson – Adult Player Spotlight
BirthplaceColorado Springs, CO Favorite TV show?MASH Diehard fan of what sports team?Nebraska Cornhuskers Favorite city to travel?Paris Best part of your game?Endurance, I’m a grinder!
Carolina Blouin – Adult Player Spotlight
BirthplaceBrazil FamilyMarc, Eric, Catherine & Lucas Favorite TV show?Shark Tank Favorite city to travel?Florence, Italy Best part of your game?Endurance for my age (over 50)!
Alida Jakovenko – Adult Player Spotlight
BirthplaceOradea, Romania FamilyJohn, Emma & Maia Favorite TV show?Friends Diehard fan of what sports team?Florida State University football Favorite city to travel?Destin, FL Best part
Mauricio Roveri – Adult Player Spotlight
BirthplaceLondrina, Brazil FamilyGabriela (wife), Gustavo (son) & Isabella (daughter) Favorite TV show?Friends Diehard fan of what sports team?Palmeiras (soccer team in Brazil) Favorite city to
AdultS NEWS
2025 Tournament Calendar is Now Available!
We’re excited to announce that the 2025 USTA Georgia Junior and Adult Tournament Calendars are now live! Both calendars provide a comprehensive look at the
Jaime Kaplan Honored With RSI “Champions of Tennis” Award
Congratulations to Georgia Tennis legend and Hall of Fame inductee (Class of 2006) Jaime Kaplan. She has been honored by Racquet Sports Industry as one
“Catching Up” With Georgia Tennis Legend Al Parker
We “catch up” with Class of 2003 Georgia Tennis Hall of Fame member and icon Al Parker. Al reminiscences on his legendary junior career, which
Georgians Capture 7 USTA Southern Awards in 2024
Congratulations to our 2024 USTA Southern award winners from the state of Georgia! We look forward to celebrating your achievements at the J. Ralph Gregson
