Tournament Officials & Administrators
Welcome to USTA Georgia Tournament Directors, Officials, Coaches and Other Tournament Staff. Below you will find administrative forms and helpful information to assist you in developing and running your USTA Georgia sanctioned tournaments. If you are interested in becoming a USTA Georgia Tournament Director, please contact the USTA Georgia office.
In 2024, USTA Southern is hosting quarterly webinars tailored for both new and experienced tournament directors seeking insights into the Serve Tennis tournament platform. These sessions will feature invaluable tips on running successful events, implementing best practices, and addressing any concerns they may have when navigating the platform. Referees are also welcome to participate. Mark your calendars for the inaugural webinar on Sept. 26, 2024, at noon! Reserve your spot by signing up here.
Resources
2025 Sanction & Schedule Information – Tournament Sanctioning for National Level 7s is always open
Tournament Application Requirements and Helpful Hints
USTA Rules of Tennis, the Code “Friend at Court”
USTA Georgia Adult Tournament Requirements
Adult Tournament Checklist – Suggestions for a Great Tournament
Junior Requirements for Sanctioned Tournaments and Junior Circuits
1-Day & Compass Draw Guidelines
USTA Georgia Medical Release (Juniors only)
Junior players competing in the USTA, the USTA Southern Section, and the USTA Georgia must submit a signed Release and Medical Release to the tournament director before the first match is played. The player and the parent or guardian must sign the form. At this time, this form is online on MatchTennis App. Parents and players can sign it there.
CONTACT INFORMATION | |
| USTA Georgia | www.ustageorgia.com 404.256.9543 |
| Eva Marie McCravy Director of Competition | mccravy@ustageorgia.com 404.256.9543 x 103 |
| USTA Southern | www.southern.usta.com |
| Adam Dalton Manager, Junior Team Tennis | dalton@sta.usta.com 770.368.8200 x 117 |
| Jessica Lackey Coordinator, Junior Programs | lackey@sta.usta.com 770.368.8200 x 118 |
| Maria Cercone Director, Junior Tennis & Player Development | cercone@sta.usta.com 770.368.8200 x 119 |
| Tom Burnham Manager, Adult Tournaments & Social Play | burnham@sta.usta.com 770.368.8200 x 108 |
| Milly Sequera Huss Senior Manager, Adult Programs & Special Projects | sequera@sta.usta.com 770.368.8200 x 104 |
OFFICIALS Spotlight
Dick Bailey – Officials Spotlight
BirthplaceSpringfield, MA Most memorable officiating moment?Working the 2012 US Open Diehard fan of what sports team? Boston Celtics Favorite city to travel?Mobile, Alabama My dream
Janell McKenzie – Officials Spotlight
BirthplaceEnid, Oklahoma Most memorable officiating moment?I officiated in Birmingham, AL once when it was snowing! Diehard fan of what sports team? All in with tennis!
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
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
