Cick the logo to see the fun from last year's event!
San Diego Tennis Fest is back with a FREE afternoon of fun for all ages and abilities. USPTA teaching pros and volunteers from all around San Diego gather for on-court clinics to teach strokes, skills and strategy for beginners to seasoned players.
Vendors are also on hand to provide products and info.
An exhibition match, Ben Press Award ceremony and raffle prize giveaways are also part of the day. (you must be present to win)
A complimentary USTA/San Diego Tennis Fest tshirt will be given on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.
So come on out and enjoy the fun, tell a friend, bring a family member, everyone is invited!
Event is Sunday, May 19th, Noon-4pm at Balboa Tennis Club, 2221 Morley Field Dr., San Diego, CA 92104
Greater San Diego City Tennis Council-
Partnership for Tennis Courts
Become an advocate for new or refurbished tennis courts in your community.
Read the full article here...
CONGRATULATIONS RYAN SEGGERMAN &
PATRICK TRHAC!
Ryan Seggerman of Coronado and partner Patrick Trhac of Rancho Bernardo captured the 2024 Mexico City Open ATP Challenger this past Sunday. Ryan and Patrick were given a wildcard entry at Indian Wells earlier this year and took out the #6 seed Gonzalez/Molteni in a deciding 10-point breaker 10-8. They lost in the next round to the eventual winners of the tournament 4-6 6-7 (6-8). Their performance in Indian Wells proved they belong on the ATP Tour as a team to be reckoned with. Wishing you continued success and a long career on the ATP Tour.
Level 5 Open: SoCal NTRP Tour 750, La Jolla (Singles)
May 11-12, 2024
La Jolla Tennis Club, 7632 DRAPER AVE, LA JOLLA, CA 92037
Closed March 25, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST
Level 5 Open: SoCal NTRP Tour 750, La Jolla (Doubles)
April 13-14, 2024
La Jolla Tennis Club, 7632 DRAPER AVE, LA JOLLA, CA 92037
Closed April 8, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST
Level 6: 24th Annual Pacific Beach Adult Open
April 19-21, 2024
PB Tennis Club, 2639 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA 92109
Closed April 14, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST
Level 1: Men's 65 National Hardcourt Championships
April 29-May 5, 2024
Barnes Tennis Center, 4490 W. Pt. Loma Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107
Closes April 21, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST
Level 6: SoCal Pro Series: $15k Pre-Qualifier,
Barnes Tennis Center (Men's and Women's Singles)
April 13-15, 2024
Barnes Tennis Center, 4490 W. Pt. Loma Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107
Closed April 9, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST
Level 6: Annual Peninsula Tennis Club Adult Championships
April 26-28, 2024
Peninsula Tennis Club, 2525 Bacon St., San Diego, CA 92107
Closes April 21, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST
Level 1: Father/Daughter & Mother/Son
National Hardcourt Championships
May 3-5, 2024
Barnes Tennis Center, 4490 W. Pt. Loma Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107
Closes April 21, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST
Level 5 Open: LJBTC Men's Senior Hard Courts
May 13-19, 2024
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, 2000 Spindrift Dr., La Jolla, CA. 92037
Closes April 28, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST
Level 1: USTA Nat'l Women's 50,60,70,80,90 & 95 Hard Courts
May 13-19, 2024
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, 2000 Spindrift Dr., La Jolla, CA. 92037
Closes April 28, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST
Level 5 Open:47th Annual Arthur Ashe Tournament
May 18-26, 2024
LMt. View Sports & Racquet Club, 6401 Skyline Dr., San Diego, CA 92114
Closes April 28, 2024 at 11:59 PM PST
Team Tennis Parent,
How can you pass this up or maybe you know someone who would benefit from this?
Ed Collins runs an amazing foundation here in SD and wants to help USTA Jr Team Tennis Players.
Ed is a hall of fame tennis coach from the USD Men's Tennis Program and now coaches at Peninsula and loves to give back.
He would like to help get more new tennis rackets in players' hands. Amazing rackets too from OUR LOCAL TENNIS SHOP IN SD!
See below on the steps:
"Earn" a New Tennis Racquet!
Collins Arts & Sport Foundation, in association with USTA Jr. Team Tennis, is offering your child an opportunity to "earn" a new tennis racquet.
How?
By doing some hours of community service, then writing a brief essay about the experience.
Step #1 -- Apply by emailing me (Conan Lorenzo) and include your team tennis coaches' name, describing your child's proposed community service project.
Step #2 -- Participants will be selected and notified by CASF.
Step #3 -- Complete community service (of your choice) and write an essay.
Step #4 -- Go to Racquet Stringing Workshop (in La Jolla) to select your racquet.
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Collins Arts & Sport Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) public charity. Learn how it supports San Diego youth here.
The Simple Things
Grownup Grigor shines in Miami
The full story...
Fire & Ice in Miami
Collins & Sinner win it their way
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Jenna and I just had a great podcast last week with Bill Kellogg and Jack McGrory and had a great chance to hear the ins and outs on how they got the ATP/WTA event and more here in SD.
I was amazed at how they put these events together and then to hear some of the back end things that went on.
If you are a tennis fan, this is a necessary listen to for sure :)
Also, can you recommend any more listeners? In other words is there anyone else you would recommend for me to send this out to so they can enjoy it?
Here are some good quotes from the listen!!
"Everything we planned started at the bar with a drink"
"We do not get money from TV for the tournament, which I think everyone expects to happen and that we are raking in the money"
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1tQGtEahfN4qqI35uBDTVQ?si=40e66728b9e247d2
Thank you so much for all the support and our next podcast looks to be with a national staff member of the USPTA, Ramona Husaru.
Let me know what you think as we love the feedback and comments!
The Executive Director of a Division will run the day-to-day operations of the Division. This position is responsible for all administrative tasks associated with the Division. Individuals will assist the President and Division Board of Directors. Individuals will serve as a liaison to the USPTA network on a national, divisional, and regional level and to the divisional committees.
This position will be a part time position requiring 10-15 hours per week on average (varies by Division), and 2 - 4 traveling weekends per year. Individual is required to attend divisional board meetings, conference calls, Divisional Leaders Training Workshop, April Executive Committee meeting, and divisional convention, workshops, one day events, and the World Conference.
To view the full job description and requirements CLICK HERE
To Apply: Email your cover letter and resume to careers@uspta.org
Pacific Beach Tennis Club is hiring!
PB Tennis Club is in search of a part time USPTA/PTR teaching professional
and a part time front desk attendant.
For information email Hannah Holladay at: Hannah.pbtc.gmail.com
The 2024 San Diego Tennis Yearbook is Online!
Click the cover to read what's inside...
BTC Member and Tennis Legend Roz King
was featured on KUSI News to celebrate
Black History Month in San Diego.
Roz was amazingly well-spoken and articulate about her amazing career which spans 42 years and counting. Roz is currently the #1 player in the world in the 85 and over division.
USD Men's Tennis Coach Ryan Keckley and his team are hosting some amazing schools up on the hill and have two tennis players ranked in the top 30 (Ollie Tarvet #8 & Iiro Vasa #30) this preseason.
The San Diego Tennis Hall of Fame (SDTHOF) selection committee will begin the voting process for class of 2024 in April 2024. If you would like to nominate someone who you feel is worthy of consideration for the SDTHOF please use the link below. We are always accepting nominations. The class of 2024 will be announced at the San Diego Tennis Fest on Sunday, May 19th.
Contact SDTHOF committee chair David Jaehnig if you have any questions. 858-774-3098.
"If you would like to nominate someone for the Hall of Fame click here!"
Interested in Serving on the San Diego District Board of Directors?
The SDDTA is looking for people to fill Director positions. We have 35 board members with a common passion for tennis and growing the game in San Diego County. We are an all-volunteer organization who commits time and resources to various tennis activities and projects throughout San Diego. We want members with a variety of skills and professional backgrounds. We are currently seeking people with social media, website management and marketing skills. In addition we are seeking someone to chair and organize the community programs committee such as Drop In classes and Family Tennis Day clinics which we have funding for. If you are interested in applying for a board position click here to download an application.
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Physical Benefits of Tennis, TENNIS IS MORE LIFE!
Did you know, playing tennis just 3 hours per week can reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease by 56%? Or, as one long term study shows, tennis players add 9.7 years to their life over sedentary individuals?
Playing tennis has a wide range of health benefits that make it an ideal physical activity for anyone, at any age.
LEAGUE MATCH Rules & Etiquette What To Do When You Don't Know What To Do.
San Diego County Tennis Community Comes Together to Preserve Our Tennis Courts
The San Diego District Tennis Association (SDDTA) it's board of directors along with other members of the San Diego County tennis community have been working with San Diego Parks & Rec and other cities in the county to help preserve tennis courts. Proposals made by SD-Pickleball who wish to take over UCRC, Peninsula Tennis Club (Robb Field), or Pacific Beach Tennis Club are among the targeted clubs.
Follow news coverage of the event.
KUSI pickleball coverage1 KUSI pickleball coverage2 Fox5sandiego pickleball coverage
Pickleball players stage takeover of Peninsula Tennis Club to make a point
San Diego Tennis Community fends off pickleball take over attempt at Peninsula Tennis Club
KUSI Billie Jean King girls 16s and 18s National Championship @ Barnes Tennis Center
https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/sports/pickleball-battle-brews-on-point-loma-tennis-courts/3021484/
KUSI Turf War studio 6/19/23 https://www.kusi.com/barnes-tennis-center-announces-addition-of-19-pickleball-courts/?fbclid=IwAR2rwxJ4e6nraxK8hS_Y7jhEAw12tRWDoLQcwbKOnnFD7uJCghMyPLSOQF8
KUSI Turf War Studio 6/23/23 https://youtu.be/OdMIqWsrm4c
KUSI Tennis/Pickleball 6/26/23 https://youtu.be/58rdxzSn14U
KUSI Pickleball & racquet sports 7/9/23 https://youtu.be/VnbIsfcGj84
KUSI Tennis Pickleball 7/24/23 https://youtu.be/geubD3rHAfk
KUSI Barnes pickleball 8/3/23 https://youtu.be/cd4suQCfYaU
KUSI Barnes pickleball pt 2 8/3/23 https://youtu.be/2-L86H7ys8w
The San Diego District Tennis Association was established in 1973 to serve the adult tennis community by providing activities, programs, sanctioned tournaments and leagues in San Diego county. The SDDTA is the local affiliate of the Southern California Tennis Association (SCTA) and the United States Tennis Association (USTA).
Learn more about the history of the SDDTA
