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In June, oktf partnered with Quail Creek Country Club for the Inaugural Beth Neff Memorial Tennis Playday. Over 40 people celebrated the life of Beth! An avid tennis player, Beth was a long time supporter of OKTF and attended many of our events. Over $5,300 was raised for her favorite OKTF youth tennis programs!
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Courting Style Exhibit Opens at Jim Thorpe Museum and Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame
Exhibition: Courting Style: Women’s Tennis Fashion Host Organization: Jim Thorpe Museum and Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame Runs: September 1, 2021–January 7, 2022 Gallery Hours: 10:00AM – 5:00PM, Tuesday-Saturday Location: 20 South Mickey Mantle Drive, Oklahoma City, OK, 73104 Admission: Admission is Free Contact: (405) 427-1400 www.oklahomasportshalloffame.org
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Tennis has been a popular activity for men and women alike since the 1870s and developed initially as a casual leisure activity that men and women could partake in together at social gatherings. Early tennis fashion developed out of the styles and fabrics that were already in use for other popular outdoor activities, such as cricket and croquet. Like the game itself, tennis fashion has also seen tremendous changes over the years. Just as every decade has had notable fashion tastemakers, tennis, too, has had its share of trendsetters who dared to wear provocative attire on the court. Drawn from the collections at the Museum of the International Tennis Hall of Fame, Courting Style: Women's Tennis Fashion explores this intersection of tennis and fashion. Courting Style opens September 1, 2021, at the Jim Thorpe Museum and Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame. With an emphasis on outfits worn by the great iconic players, such as Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert, Billie Jean King, Tracy Austin, Evonne Goolagong, Maria Sharapova, Venus Williams, Serena Williams, the exhibition explores developments in tennis fashion design as well as fabrications, trends, major championships, identity, and the players themselves. From skirt lengths to color combinations and hair accessories, tennis fashions have had broader implications in the fashion world, as they reflect concurrent social and cultural contexts. While men’s tennis fashions have changed at slower rates, women’s tennis clothes are consistently a fiercely debated topic, even in regard to the most seemingly minimal alterations. Historian and author Jaime Schultz believes that “from the moment women first picked up their rackets, their attire inspired questions of decorum, social distinction, physicality, and femininity.” Also included in the exhibition are dresses, illustrations, and photographs from the Hall of Fame’s Ted Tinling Collection & Archive. Tinling designed dresses for a slew of the greatest tennis players from the late 1940s through the early 1980s, and his couture creations were alluring, colorful, revolutionary, and emphasized the unique personality of the player. The International Tennis Hall of Fame preserves and promotes the history of tennis and celebrates its champions, thereby serving as a vital partner in the growth of tennis globally. Dating to the twelfth century and constantly evolving today, tennis has a storied history rooted in inspirational champions, impactful leaders, and great moments that have influenced history, on and off the court. The Museum at the International Tennis Hall of Fame shares the narrative of tennis history from its origins through present day. Courting Style: Women's Tennis Fashion is organized by International Tennis Hall of Fame, Newport, Rhode Island, and toured by ExhibitsUSA, a program of Mid-America Arts Alliance. .
Michael Cole, Tracy Austin at Wimbledon, 1977 Digital reproduction of original photograph; Courtesy of AELTC / Michael Cole.
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Marilyn Kosten (American), Tennis Dress worn by Tracy Austin at her Wimbledon début, 1977 Cotton and metal, 27 x 14 1/2 inches; Courtesy of the Museum at the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
Cheryl A. Traendly, Billy Jean King, 1983 Digital Reproduction of original photograph; Courtesy of ITHF&M / World Tennis
COURTING STYLE: WOMEN'S TENNIS FASHION
Ted Tinling (British, 1910-1990) Dress designed for and worn by Billie Jean King, 1983 Rhinestones, polyester, metal, 29 9/16 x 15 3/4 inches; Courtesy of the Museum at the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
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EleVen by Venus (American), Dress worn by Venus Williams at the 2010 Wimbledon Championships, 2010 Lace, Lycra, nylon, 29 1/2 x 25 inches; Courtesy of the Museum at the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
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Michael Cole, Martina Navratilova at Wimbledon, 1978 Digital reproduction of original photograph; Courtesy of AELTC / Michael Cole.
Michael Cole, Venus Williams at Wimbledon, 2010 Digital reproduction of original photograph; Courtesy of AELTC / Michael Cole.
Ted Tinling (British, 1910-1990), Dress designed for and worn by Martina Navratilova, 1978 Polyester, gold thread, metal, 30 x 13 1/2 inches; Courtesy of the Museum at the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
Paul Zimmer, Maria Sharapova at the French Open, 2011 Digital reproduction of original photograph; Courtesy of Paul Zimmer
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MS Collection, Nike, Inc. (American), “Lemon Frost” Outfit designed by/worn by Maria Sharapova at the 2011 French Open, 2011 Jersey, mesh, polyester, 35 1/16 x 14 15/16 inches; Courtesy of the Museum at the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
Nike, Inc. (American), Dress worn by Serena Williams at the Olympic Games, 2012 Polyester and elastane; 31 1/8 x 15 3/4 inches; Courtesy of the Museum at the International Tennis Hall of Fame
Thomas Lovelock, Serena Williams at the Olympics, 2012 Digital reproduction of original photograph; Courtesy of AELTC / Thomas Lovelock
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Hispanic Heritage month is celebrated September 15 thru October 15 USTA Oklahoma took the opportunity to spotlight two outstanding Junior players, Alma and Andrea Mendoza
This past Fall, something clicked and now the two Mendoza girls are playing four-to-five times a week, They are training with BCCTA’s High Performance drill groups, are members of the academy’s Junior Team Tennis squads and compete in USTA tournaments throughout Oklahoma.
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n honor of Hispanic Heritage month USTA Oklahoma is taking the opportunity to spotlight two outstanding Junior players, Alma and Andrea Mendoza. The Mendoza sisters attend Dove Charter School in Oklahoma City and play tennis at the Britton Christian Church Tennis Academy (BCCTA). Andrea, 13-years-old, and Alma, 11-years-old, participated this past summer in 14 & Under Junior Team Tennis (JTT) and won the USTA Oklahoma JTT District Championships to advance to the Missouri Valley Section Championships. It was a special moment for the sisters, who are also the recipients of a scholarship to the Nike Tennis Camp at Oklahoma State University. “This past Fall, something clicked – and now the two Mendoza girls are playing four-to-five times a week”, says their coach and mentor, Brad Lund. “They are training with BCCTA’s High Performance drill groups, are members of the academy’s Junior Team Tennis squads and compete in USTA tournaments throughout Oklahoma.” Lund also praises the positive attitude shown by Alma and Andrea, adding “these are sweet, sweet girls that have become almost like daughters to me.” Accomplishments for Alma during 2020 and 2021 Junior Team Tennis (JTT) competitions include a pair of singles titles and three runner-up finishes. She is an honor student at Dove Science Academy and in 2020 BCC Tennis Academy recognized her as “The Ultimate Teammate.” Andrea, meanwhile, has won her first 26 matches in JTT and USTA competition, securing victories in all four of the 10 & Under Orange Ball tournaments this past year. She’s been named the BCC Tennis Academy’s “Most improved Player” for 2020. The Mendoza sisters began playing in 2018 as part of the inaugural Los Gatos Class at the Britton Christian Church Tennis Academy. A weekly after school program, Los Gatos encourages students from nearby Britton Elementary School in Oklahoma City to learn tennis and improve their reading skills. Please join us in congratulating these talented and well accomplished players on all their success. We look forward to seeing them continue to grow and enjoy the game of tennis. .
Starting September 16th: 7 and 8 year olds can now unlock green ball by reaching 1,000 points in orange ball as an additional option to a coach's assessment. All players that have reached 1,000 orange ball points since January 1, 2021 will automatically unlock green ball. Enhancements to the Net Generation Play Tracker will be viewable in your usta.com player profile. You can find your child's Play Tracker by accessing the Family tab when you login to your USTA account. Click here to learn more about Play Tracker. Click here to learn more about USTA Junior Programs.
USTA Junior Team Tennis brings together boys and girls, ages 6 to 18, to play singles, doubles and mixed doubles against other coed teams. Beyond being fun and a great form of exercise, Junior Team Tennis is a competitive, level-based environment that promotes individual growth, social growth and life skills..
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The Net Generation PlayTracker is for players aged 5-10 and their parents to track progress at USTA competitive events, all in one place.
USTA Junior Tournaments are a great way to get out on the court and test your game. You’ll have every opportunity to learn from the best, play against the best – and even make new friends along the way. There are seven levels of events ranging from Level 7 (Intermediate) to Level 1 (National Championships) and a universal ranking system that distributes points consistently across the country.
A USTA Team Challenge is your first step into tennis competition. Team Challenges offer a low-pressure team environment for beginner junior tennis players of all ages to develop their skills with others of similar experience. These events are not focused on winning and losing, instead focusing on positive teamwork.
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So when is the right time to introduce competition to children and what is the right approach? The USTA has developed a research-supported-pathway to guide junior tennis players, parents, and coaches. These USTA-developed junior tennis programs are all designed to discover, develop, and play tennis for a lifetime.
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A USTA Junior Circuit is an event that uses a non-elimination, round-robin draw format for junior tennis players of all ages so you can gain match experience in a tournament setting and then see your individual results. These fun events give you the opportunity to develop your skills through level-based play while learning and demonstrating good sportsmanship. (Most of these touranments are ages 10 & Under)
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On September 9, 2021 Father of Oklahoma Tennis and legendary coach, Francis Baxter passed away. Coach Baxter served as the tennis coach at the University of Central Oklahoma for 36 years. He gave back to the sport in numerous ways which included being the Missouri Valley President from 1973-74 and the USTA Oklahoma Executive Secretary for 32 years. Coach will be deeply missed by many. Memorial service will be announced in the near future. Francis Baxter attended high school in Dover, Oklahoma, where he played basketball and baseball. His class had only 13 students. He lettered in track and tennis at Central State University, where he graduated with a degree in Mathematics in 1956. He was certified to teach 7th-12th grades. He began teaching math and coaching tennis at John Marshall High School in 1956 and in 1960 moved to Harding High School where his boys’ tennis teams won three Oklahoma State titles. While at Harding, he helped administer the All-State Games. In 1970, Francis began his career at Central State University. He received his Master’s Degree in Teaching from Central State and began working toward a PhD from OSU. Francis was the head coach of the Central State/University of Central Oklahoma Men’s tennis teams for 36 years and of the Women’s tennis teams for 26 years before retiring in 2006. He led the Men’s and Women’s teams to six NAIA District 9 championships in the 1980s while taking the Men to three NAIA national tournaments and the Women to one. He also guided his teams to eight combined NCAA Division II national tournament appearances, six for the Men and two for the Women. In 1988 he was named the Lone Star Conference Women’s Coach of the Year and in 2004 the Lone Star Conference Men’s Coach of the Year. He also claimed the Division II Men’s Coach of the Year accolades in 1996. Coach Baxter had 14 players earn NAIA or Division II All-American honors a combined 25 times, including Charl Bornman, the school’s first-ever Division II National Champion. He was the driving force behind UCO hosting the NCAA Division II National Tournament in 1991, 1992, 1993, and 1996 in addition to the ITA/Rolex National Small College championships in 1993 and 1994. Francis was the Executive Secretary of the Oklahoma District Tennis Association for 32 years and was the Missouri Valley President from 1973-1974. As a player, Baxter served as captain of a United States International tennis team from 1993-2001, leading the 60-and-over men to the Von Cramm Cup title seven consecutive years from 1993-1999 and taking the 50-and-over men to the Fred Perry Cup Crown in 2000 and 2001. In 1999 he became the first Chair of the newly established Oklahoma Tennis Hall of Fame committee and is one of the five original inductees into the Oklahoma Tennis Hall of Fame. He was inducted into the University of Central Oklahoma Athletic Hall of Fame in 1991 and into the Missouri Valley Tennis Hall of Fame in 2009. Because of his success at Harding High School, Coach Baxter was inducted into the Oklahoma High School Tennis Coaches Hall of Fame in 2016. In 2017, Baxter was inducted into the prestigious Intercollegiate Tennis Association Hall of Fame in the same class as James Blake and Nick Bolletieri. Francis and his wife Jean live in Edmond, Oklahoma. In 1980 they became charter members of Faith Bible Church where he was an elder for 9 years and Junior High Sunday School teacher for 15 years. In 2021 Coach Baxter will be honored for life-time contributions to tennis and UCO with the erection of a life-size bronze statue at Edmond’s new Center Court public tennis facility. The Baxter statue is being funded with private donations through the Oklahoma Tennis Foundation and the Edmond Visual Arts Commission.
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On October 14th, the Play It Forward Tennis Foundation partnered up with the Oklahoma Special Olympics to offer a statewide free tennis clinic for people with special needs. The class was limited to 36 athletes to ensure a quality coach-student ratio. Racquets were provided and after the class, snacks and drinks were served. “We are working with the Oklahoma Special Olympics organization to bring tennis into their games. They do such a great job offering a wide variety of sports for our special need athletes. We now would like to see tennis as an option as well,” states Play It Forward President, David Minihan. “At this time, we are in the beginning stages and hope to possibly be part of the games in 2023. The Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. Oklahoma has two special needs year-around tennis programs if you are looking to get involved as a player or volunteer. The League of Exceptional Players at LaFortune Tennis Center and Play It Forward Tennis Foundation at Edmond Center Court.
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We had such a great time at Positive Tomorrows introducing this great sport to 85+ kids! Our very own Hall of Famers, Jessica Braver Reineke and Paul Lockwood, led the clinic with the help of our board members.
In June, we partnered with Quail Creek Country Club for the Inaugural Beth Neff Memorial Tennis Playday. Over 40 people celebrated the life of Beth! An avid tennis player, Beth was a long time supporter of OKTF and attended many of our events. Over $5,300 was raised for her favorite OKTF youth tennis programs!
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Where do you play? I play at the Oklahoma City tennis center in Oklahoma City Favorite tennis memory? My favorite tennis memory is playing at a tennis camp and watching Jimmy Connors and John McEnroe play an exhibition match. How long have you been playing? I have been playing for nine years. Who is your coach? My coach is Chris Haworth What is your pre-match ritual or pre-match meal? I don’t have a specific meal I eat but before every match I stay off of my phone and sit and visualize hitting my shots successfully Favorite athlete? My favorite athlete is Kobe Bryant. Forehand or backhand? Forehand What racquet do you use? I use a 2021 Babolat Pure Drive Favorite sport, besides tennis? My favorite sport besides tennis is baseball. Favorite food? Favorite food is any kind of chicken.
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STACYE CHERNISKY
Where do you volunteer? I started the All Saints Tennis Team at All Saints Catholic School in Broken Arrow. I also volunteer at Indian Springs Country Club with Junior Tennis Tournaments being a court monitor. Favorite tennis memory? Playing at Indian Wells at the 2015 USTA National Championship Favorite Athlete? Tom Brady & Rafael Nadal How long have you been volunteering at this organization? At All Saints Catholic School since 2019. I have volunteered at Indian Springs since 2015. What racquet do you use? Babolat Pure Aero. Forehand or backhand? Forehand all day Favorite sport, besides tennis? Football, Golf I pretty much like all sports, except soccer...sorry! Favorite food? Steak!
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Where do you play? Oklahoma City Tennis Center Favorite tennis memory? My favorite memory is when I got second place in my first L7 tournament Where are you from? Oklahoma City How long have you been playing? 7 years Favorite athlete? Coco Gauff Who is your tennis coach? Tony Mulligan and many others What is your pre-match ritual or pre-match meal? Stretching and listening to music What racquet do you use? Wilson & Head Forehand or backhand? Backhand Favorite sport, besides tennis? Karate Favorite food? Spaghetti & Meatballs
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MINDEE BROWN
Where do you play? Edmond Center Court Favorite tennis memory? Winning King Of The Court for the first time Where are you from? Edmond,OK How long have you been playing? Since May when the Champions Program started. Favorite athlete? Gracie Epps! Who is your tennis coach? Coach Caitlyn What is your pre-match ritual or pre-match meal? Chocolate Donut Holes What racquet do you use? Prince Warrior 107” Forehand or backhand? Forehand, but really I like both equally… I’m a both-er Favorite sport, besides tennis? Swimming Favorite food? Phillipino!
Where do you volunteer? Britton Christian Church Tennis Academy Favorite tennis memory? That wonderful day at the OKC Tennis Center in 2000 when each of my daughters won a State Championship for Heritage Hall. As I was standing there hugging them, I was overcome with pride and joy. Where are you from? Ardmore, OK How long have you been playing? Since I was a kid. Favorite athlete? Ken Rosewall What is your pre-match ritual or pre-match meal? Cheeseburger, Fries and a Coke What racquet do you use? Wilson Steam 105 Forehand or backhand? Love my chip/slice backhand with a forehand grip Favorite sport, besides tennis? Ping Pong Favorite food? Anything Johnnies!
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Where do you play? Philcrest & RH-91 Favorite tennis memory? Going to the US Open with my family. Where are you from? Tulsa,OK How long have you been playing? 5 years Favorite athlete? Coco Gauff Who is your tennis coach? Andrew Schmidt, Ellie Bailey, & My Grandpa Bub What is your pre-match ritual or pre-match meal? Listening to music and donuts for breakfast What racquet do you use? Wilson Clash Forehand or backhand? Both Favorite sport, besides tennis? Pickleball & Ping Pong Favorite food? Chick-fil-a chicken nuggets
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HOA LESSELROTH
Where do you volunteer? USTA Oklahoma & Missouri Valley Favorite tennis memory? It’s hard to pick just one. Although anytime I’m able to travel with my tennis friends for a USTA tournament or just for fun, I treasure those memories most! Where are you from? I’m originally from Vietnam, but grew up in California. Since then I’ve lived in New Orleans and Portland, OR. Currently, I live in Tulsa, OK How long have you been playing? I started playing tennis in high school, but stopped for over 20 years. It wasn’t until 2017 that I picked it up again and loving it ever since!! What racquet do you use? I currently play with a Head Extreme MP racquet because it has a slightly heavier head. Forehand or backhand? I do favor my backhand, but am working on improving that forehand Favorite sport, besides tennis? I don’t have another favorite sport, but do enjoy any sport that involves a ball and racquet or paddle. Favorite food? Is dessert a food because I LOVE all things sweet!!
CARMEN RAMOS
Where do you play? LaFortune Case Tennis Center Favorite tennis memory? My first drill Where are you from? Domincan Republic How long have you been playing? 7 months Favorite athlete? Serena Williams Who is your tennis coach? Tim Leos & Carlos Salazar What is your pre-match ritual or pre-match meal? Light snack or Protein Bar What racquet do you use? Wilson, Head, Babolat Pure Drive Forehand or backhand? Both forehand, and backhand Favorite sport, besides tennis? Swimming Favorite food? Pizza
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Where do you play? LaFortune & RH-91 Favorite tennis memory? Oh, I have so many! Maybe playing mixed doubles with partner Barry Kenzie and making to Nationals 3 or 4 times. Where are you from? I lived in OK since 1960 but grew up in Pennsylvania. How long have you been playing? I started playing when I was forty years old, so fifty years! Favorite athlete? Just recently, that Canadian player, Leylah Fernandez Who is your tennis coach? Melissa McCorkle is one but I've had so many throughout the years. What is your pre-match ritual or pre-match meal? Try to restrict sugar Forehand or backhand? Forehand Favorite sport, besides tennis? Walking Favorite food? Watermelon, especially when it is hot!
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Caitlyn’s dedication and motivation to provide tennis to at-risk children and players with special needs as the Director of Outreach for the Edmond Center Court complex is unsurpassed. Caitlyn is a USPTA certified teaching pro and teaches adult programs, junior classes, private lessons and is the point person for our Junior Team Tennis program. What sets Caitlyn apart from our other pros, in addition to the number of hours she puts on the court, is her desire to give back to those less fortunate than she is. In addition to being our top producer at Center Court, she takes the helm organizing and teaching our outreach programs. Edmond Center Court is a host site for the Play It Forward Tennis Foundation. Play it Forward is an outreach foundation that celebrates the idea that anyone from anywhere should be able to play and compete. Our focus is diversity & inclusion reaching out to those with special needs and those that might not have the means to afford tennis instruction. As part of our NJTL program, Coach Caitlyn has gone above and beyond to not only organize and teach our existing programs, but also to expand the outreach of Play It Forward. Caitlyn worked on developing a relationship with management and partnering with a neighboring section 8 housing complex to offer free tennis classes to children that might not have the means to afford tennis. Throughout this weekly program, Caitlyn arranged for volunteers to help provide weekly classes along with providing a healthy snack and a life lesson following each drill. Children from the housing complex are brought over by their management each week and the number of children participating has continued to increase. Caitlyn also arranges for off the court benefits for the children, such as Christmas gifts this past year and tennis shoes for those who need it. In addition, she was a vital part of the new partnership that Play It Forward has made with the local Edmond YMCA program, Champions League. This program offers weekly classes to players with Down Syndrome as well and also includes adult special needs players, which is new to our programming. Their Champions League players will do weekly tennis instruction under the leadership of Caitlyn. This is in addition to the monthly clinics already provided by Play It Forward at Edmond Center Court in connection with the Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma. It is because of Caitlyn’s countless hours in arranging for volunteers, providing snacks and coaching that the Play It Forward Tennis Foundation underserved and adaptive tennis programs are a success. They are a welcome addition to the programming at Edmond Center Court and a reminder to all our staff and customers that the most joy tennis can bring is when you are serving others. We are looking forward to the next innovative and service-oriented program that Caitlyn will bring to our Play It Forward portfolio. .
USPTA Stars are members who have dedicated many years to volunteering in grassroots tennis and through initiatives incorporating multicultural and other aspects and bring the sport and sportsmanship to the players they touch. Their giving spirits have made them stars in their own communities.
Caitlyn Sagraves from Edmond Wins United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) National Star Award
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LANE EVANS
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is proud to present the 2020 USPTA Alex Gordon Professional of the Year Award to Lane Evans of Norman, OK (Missouri Valley Division). Lane picked up his first tennis racquet at age eight and hasn’t put it down since. After being the No. 1 singles player on his high school team, Lane attended Highpoint College in NC, where the men’s tennis team ranked nationally in the top 10, three out of four years he played. After college, Lane started his tennis teaching career. In 1983, he became a USPTA Professional. Lane holds over 27 certifications in tennis and fitness and has held director of tennis positions at several clubs during his run. He is currently the owner of Lane Evans Tennis and Golf Performance. Lane has served countless roles for USPTA NC, USPTA Southern, and one term on the USPTA National Board. This year, he also won Pro of the Year for the USPTA Missouri Valley Division. About the USPTA: Founded in 1927, the USPTA is the global leader in tennis-teacher certification and professional development. With more than 14,000 members worldwide and 17 divisions nationwide, the Association’s mission is to raise the standards of tennis-teaching professionals and coaches and to promote a greater awareness of the sport.
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Local Pro awarded prestigious USPTA Alex Gordon Professional of the Year Award
By: Lauren Krise
KRISE'S TENNIS STATS Currently ranked as a 2-star Recruit by Tennis Recruiting.net Current UTR of 5.15 Ranked Number 420 – National Junior Girls U14 – 2021 Ranked Number 47 – Gulf States Junior Girls U14 – 2021 Ranked Number 2 – Oklahoma Junior Girls U14 – 2021 Ranked Number 1 – Oklahoma Girls Challenger Tennis – 2019 Ranked Number 6 – Oklahoma Girls Champs Tennis – 2019 Ranked Number 50 – Missouri Valley Region – 2019 Kickingbird Tennis Club Racquet Award – Highest Achieving Player – 2019
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USTA OKLAHOMA'S 2021 EMERGING FEMALE JUNIOR PLAYER OF THE YEAR
LAUREN KRISE AND HER UNBELIEVABLE JOURNEY to tennis
I’d like to share something significant that happened to me. I started gymnastics when I was 1 ½ years old and I started playing soccer when I was 4 years old. Even though I played other sports, too, these were the ones I loved! But when I was in the 5th grade, I experienced a major head injury. At the time, I was State Champion in gymnastics and I had been selected to play on a competitive, club soccer team. Unfortunately, my injury was serious and life-changing: I lost the ability to walk, stand, or even sit up. I could not read, write, or do math anymore. I forgot who my friends were. I didn’t know my teachers or coaches. I couldn’t even recognize my own parents. My recovery took almost a year! And I was forced to give up both gymnastics and soccer. But I didn’t want this experience to change what I love the most – school and sports. So I worked really hard to catch back up. I now have a 4.0 GPA and have taken seven semesters of Pre-AP courses. I am also two grade levels ahead in math! And I chose a new sport – tennis. I was still recovering when I had my first tennis lesson but I immediately fell in love with the game. My long recovery was not easy. In fact, it was incredibly difficult, but it taught me to keep moving forward with a positive attitude. Instead of letting this experience get me down, I let it build me up. And it led me to tennis which has become my passion! I wasn’t able to do as much in 2020, mainly because of the COVID-19 pandemic but also because six months after the pandemic began, my mom was diagnosed with cancer. For almost seven months from October 2020 to April 2021, my family had to stay home without interacting with anyone. I attended school on-line and the only tennis I could play was to hit balls against my house or play with my dad (who isn’t a tennis player!), but I was determined to continue practicing and improve as much as I could on my own. Once again, I have worked very hard to come back from a difficult situation and become better than I was before. I am grateful to say that my mom has recovered and I am more than thrilled to finally be on the courts again with my coaches, competitors, and friends!
2021 USTA OKLAHOMA HALL OF FAME & AWARD WINNERS
BOYS 18 SPORTSMANSHIP WINNER, BRETT KEELING
DAVID MINIHAN
Since moving to Oklahoma in 1996, David Minihan has managed Westwood Tennis Center, Kickingbird Tennis Center and Edmond Center Court. Serving as both a teaching pro and Director of Tennis, David has delivered the sport of tennis to thousands of players over his career. In addition, David has spent years volunteering for USTA Oklahoma and USTA Missouri Valley, as well as serving as Executive Director for Oklahoma. David’s favorite role, however, is that of a founder and board member of Play It Forward, a NJTL organization that serves adaptive and low-income communities, ensuring that people from all backgrounds have access to the sport. .
JARIN SKUBE
USTA Oklahoma is excited to announce a pair of new inductees to the Oklahoma Tennis Hall of Fame for 2021 The newest members include the outstanding player, Jarin Skube, and the Executive Director of USTA Oklahoma and Edmond Center Court Director, David Minihan. Both will be honored at the USTA Oklahoma Hall of Fame and Awards Banquet at the Edmond Conference Center in Edmond, Oklahoma on January 8, 2022
Jarin Skube is a 1998 graduate of Edmond Memorial High School and a three-time Oklahoma State Champion in 6A singles. He finished his prep career with an overall record of 139-6 and was the No. 1 ranked USTA junior player in Oklahoma and Missouri Valley. His USTA accomplishments include three national championships in doubles competitions in the 14, 16 and 18 age groups. Skube continued his playing career at Texas A&M University where he was a four-year starter, two-time team conference champion and a first team all-conference selection. He now resides in Costa Rica continuing a successful career in investments and banking.
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AWARD
EMERGING PLAYER OF THE YEAR MALE
HIGH PERFORMANCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR FEMALE
TENNIS FAMILY OF THE YEAR
BRIAN DIEFENDERFER
HIGH PERFORMANCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR MALE
EMERGING PLAYER OF THE YEAR FEMALE
WINNERS
KY NICHOLS
TRENTON KANCHANAKOMTORN
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ADULT PLAYER OF THE YEAR 4.5 ABOVE
LUKE BISHOP
THE WOOD FAMILY
PLAYERS AWARDS
LAUREN KRISE
ADULT PLAYER OF THE YEAR 4.0 BELOW
OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTOR TO THE USTA LEAGUE TENNIS PROGRAM
OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY TENNIS ASSOCIATION
SOUTH OKC ASSOCIATION
FACILITY OF THE YEAR
OUTSTANDING JUNIOR TOURNAMENT
OUTSTANDING ADULT/SENIOR TOURNAMENT
OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTOR TO YOUTH TENNIS PROGRAMS
USTA OKLAHOMA AWARD WINNERS CONT.
RANDY PAINTON
USTA JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS ORGANIZER
OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTOR TO YOUTH HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAM
BILL TOWLER
OKLAHOMA TENNIS CENTER
MEMBER ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR
CONTRIBUTOR AWARDS
RALLY FOR RESCUERS By Heather Palomino
USTA Girls' 16s Sections Invitational Championships @RH-91 by Tiffany Milner
WHITNEY RITCHIE
JON COLLINGS
SCARLETT MILNER
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE
GIRLS 10 SPORTSMANSHIP
GIRLS 16 SPORTSMANSHIP
OUTSTANDING DIVERSITY ACHIEVEMENT
GIRLS 12 SPORTSMANSHIP
KRISHNA BHADRIRAJU
BOYS 16 SPORTSMANSHIP
BOYS 12 SPORTSMANSHIP
CREED SKINNER
OUTSTANDING OFFICIAL
BOYS 18 SPORTSMANSHIP
DEAN RICHARDVILLE
HIGH SCHOOL COACH OF THE YEAR
ALLIE DOLEZAL
LUCAS BROWN
BRETT KEELING
IVY WILSON
SAMANTHA NGUYEN
GIRLS 18 SPORTSMANSHIP
BOYS 10 SPORTSMANSHIP
BOYS 14 SPORTSMANSHIP
CLARK BEARD
LAYLA DROTAR
LEADERSHIP AWARDS
GIRLS 14 SPORTSMANSHIP
JAMIE WHEAT
FIRST SERVE TULSA
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Basic Recruiting Information
Getting Started How do I start the recruiting process? In terms of starting the process, the earlier the better! Visit USTA.com/College to discover all of the opportunities college tennis provides. The NCAA has a lot of information, links and documents for potential college student-athletes: http://www.ncaa.org/ and NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete As early as your freshman year, you should start thinking about your academic and tennis criteria – as well as other criteria for your college experience. See the sample list of questions in the "Choosing a Path That Works for You" section to help you start shaping that list. It is also important, particularly if you are attending or have attended an online or non-traditional school, that you verify that your school and coursework are approved by the NCAA to meet their initial eligibility standards. You can find this information through the NCAA Eligibility Center. Once you have started to narrow your criteria, you can start building the list of schools that you are interested in. From there you can begin contacting the coaches of those teams. By junior year, you ideally should have a shorter list of schools, preferable categorized by tennis and academic fit, that you are interested in and also have initiated contact with the coaches at those schools. Email is the best way to contact a majority of coaches (See the "Sample Email to a College Tennis Coach" section). What is more important to a coach, TennisRecruiting.net star ratings or a USTA standings list? And how many matches should I be playing? Both are great tools for a coach to initially assess a player’s level. But both are just that: tools. Other tools coaches utilize include: Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) and International Tennis Federation (ITF) rankings. Coaches are much more interested in players’ results; much more so than the number next to their name – regardless of who publishes that number. They also notice if a player withdraws from tournaments, especially from the backdraws. A majority of coaches prefer to see someone play more than anything and will make an effort to do so for all the players they are considering seriously. If a coach can’t watch a player, often he or she will request a quick video of some match play. Watching a player play a competitive match can help a coach gauge a player’s talent level, competitiveness, attitude, desire, love of the game and ability to improve much better than looking at a ranking or even looking at results. In terms of how many matches should a junior play during the year, it depends on a variety of factors such as resources and determining how much is too much without burning out. Players should try to map out a schedule to play 50-70 matches, if possible. the student, not the parent, initiate the email. NCAA Division I coaches are able to email a prospective student-athlete back following the start of his or her junior year of high school. Coaches may also be contacted by phone. If you initiate this contact, phone calls may be made at your convenience. Keep in mind, however, that an NCAA Division I coach is unable to provide any recruiting materials, make phone calls or send any form of electronic correspondence (emails, text messages, etc.) until Sept. 1 of your junior year in high school. After this date, there is no limit on the number of phone calls that can be made. Visit the NCAA Recruiting guides and calendars for more details: http://www.ncaa.org/student-athletes/future/recruiting What do I say in an email to a prospective coach? In an initial email, a player should introduce himself or herself, indicate his/her graduation year and provide a link to his/her biography. We recommend linking to a player’s FREE bio on the Tennis Recruiting Network. Through this bio, coaches can access a player’s information, such as USTA tournament results, test scores, GPA, intended major, etc. If you do not link to your Tennis Recruiting Network bio, make sure you include that information in your email or in an attachment. In your email, address the specific coach that you are reaching out to (i.e., "Dear Coach John Smith" or "Coach Smith," not "Dear Coach"). And finally, you should express your interest in the school and ask the coach what other information they would like from you. Most of the time, the introductory email should be short to ensure that the coach does read it. If he/she is interested, he/she will follow up requesting the information needed.
“As early as your freshman year, you should start thinking about your academic and tennis criteria”
There are different categories of admission decisions:
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How do I contact the coach at the school I am interested in? Email is generally the best way to contact a college coach, although we recommend the student, not the parent, initiate the email. NCAA Division I coaches are able to email a prospective student-athlete back following the start of his or her junior year of high school. Coaches may also be contacted by phone. If you initiate this contact, phone calls may be made at your convenience. Keep in mind, however, that an NCAA Division I coach is unable to provide any recruiting materials, make phone calls or send any form of electronic correspondence (emails, text messages, etc.) until Sept. 1 of your junior year in high school. After this date, there is no limit on the number of phone calls that can be made. Visit the NCAA Recruiting guides and calendars for more details: http://www.ncaa.org/ What do I say in an email to a prospective coach? In an initial email, a player should introduce himself or herself, indicate his/her graduation year and provide a link to his/her biography. We recommend linking to a player’s FREE bio on the Tennis Recruiting Network. Through this bio, coaches can access a player’s information, such as USTA tournament results, test scores, GPA, intended major, etc. If you do not link to your Tennis Recruiting Network bio, make sure you include that information in your email or in an attachment. In your email, address the specific coach that you are reaching out to (i.e., "Dear Coach John Smith" or "Coach Smith," not "Dear Coach"). And finally, you should express your interest in the school and ask the coach what other information they would like from you. Most of the time, the introductory email should be short to ensure that the coach does read it. If he/she is interested, he/she will follow up requesting the information needed. Finalizing Applications How do I know if the college coach really wants me? Ask questions about scholarships, playing time and expectations up front. By answering these types of questions, a coach will be giving you a good idea of where you would potentially stand on his/her team. Once I have narrowed down the list, what is next? Once you have the list of colleges that meet your academic and tennis criteria, it is time to fill out the applications. Many colleges use the Common Application along with a supplement that is specific to the college. There is a main essay on the Common Application and usually one or more essays on the supplement. It is important to use these essays to give the admissions officers a real sense of who you are as a person. It is not necessary to write a tennis-oriented essay, although you can if there was a tennis situation that really gives the reader an insight into your personality or values. Make sure you have someone proofread your essay not only for content but for grammar! Also, there is a part of the Common App entitled, "Additional Information," that you can use to give the admissions officer a complete picture of who you are. There are different categories of admission decisions: Early Decision application deadline is usually Nov. 1 and is a binding decision. If you are admitted, you must attend that college. You may only apply to one Early Decision college. During College How many hours are devoted to playing college tennis? Playing a college sport is very demanding of an individual’s time. Between travel, practice, matches, strength training and meetings, college athletes’ days are filled with activity. The NCAA at the Division I level has implemented rules to limit the amount of time a student-athlete is required to participate in his/her sport each week. During the off-season, this number is eight hours, and during the season, the number is 20 hours. Even though each week may vary in the schedule, at least players know how much time may be blocked out of their schedule. Other divisions and sometime conferences have similar sets of rules – some are even more strict. How can I make up classes I miss due to away matches? While classes are usually not able to be made up, teachers and professors are usually more than willing to work with student-athletes. The key to balancing the relationship between academics and athletics successfully is communicating with teachers ahead of time. If students let their teachers know that they will be missing classes but would like to make arrangements to complete the work, there is not usually an issue. Where can I get academic help? Most institutions have an academic center that is solely for use by their student-athletes and/or one for all students needing additional academic help. While each school may have different resources, the basics usually include a study center/computer lab and an academic counselor(s). These counselors are in place to help students learn study skills and successfully navigate their way through their courses. In addition, academic support centers for student-athletes generally hire tutors to assist in studying.
Early Decision application deadline is usually Nov. 1 and is a binding decision. If you are admitted, you must attend that college. You may only apply to one Early Decision college. Early Action deadline is usually Nov. 1 also, but it is not a binding decision, so you are not required to attend if you are accepted. Decisions for both Early Decision and Early Action are sent out mid-to-late December. Early Decision II or Early Action II is usually in January. Early Evaluation is an informal non-binding “heads up” on your application. Rolling Admissions means that a number of weeks after you apply you will be notified of the admission decision. Regular Action applications are due in early January with notifications in late March or early April. It is important to know the application category and deadline for each college you are considering. Write deadlines down!
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“parents should encourage their children to assume responsibility for both their schedules and their actions. If parents step in and assume too much of a role in assisting their children, they are actually hampering their child’s development.”
Where can I get academic help? Most institutions have an academic center that is solely for use by their student-athletes and/or one for all students needing additional academic help. While each school may have different resources, the basics usually include a study center/computer lab and an academic counselor(s). These counselors are in place to help students learn study skills and successfully navigate their way through their courses. In addition, academic support centers for student-athletes generally hire tutors to assist in studying. Parental Involvement What is the ideal parental involvement in the college tennis recruiting process? One great thing to remember is that the student, not the parents, will be the one actually attending college and playing on the team. College coaches and recruits forming a solid relationship is key in the recruiting process and hopefully will help the student select the best school for him/her. In addition, coaches will be impressed with the initiative that the student is showing – something that they are definitely looking for when recruiting student-athletes for their teams. With all of that in mind, parents should be there to support and guide their children through the process – but not to run the process! Should a player attend a summer tennis camp on a college campus to be recruited? Summer camps can be a wonderful opportunity for young players. Taking a break from the individual nature of junior tennis, summer camps allow players to interact with others, spend multiple hours a day practicing, and compete in a team atmosphere that mimics that of college tennis. It is also a great opportunity for you to start to get a feel for colleges – and their campuses. However, attending a summer camp should also be something that you want to attend, as coaches rarely use their summer camps for recruiting. What should parental involvement be once a junior player transitions to college? Parental support and encouragement is always appreciated by both players and coaches. However, keep in mind that this period of your student’s life is one of much development. He/she is, in essence, becoming an adult throughout the college experience. Therefore, parents should encourage their children to assume responsibility for both their schedules and their actions. If parents step in and assume too much of a role in assisting their children, they are actually hampering their child’s development. This is actually a great question for a parent to ask a college coach during the recruiting process. Some have very specific parent policies for their teams.
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RECRUITING CHECKLIST
11th Grade Rewrite the list of important elements in your college selection. Take the PSAT, schedule your SAT/ACT dates and continue to study for these standardized tests. In November, start to have weekly meetings with your college advisor. Create a college video that is no longer than 5 minutes, and post it online. Ask your registrar for an unofficial copy of your transcript so you can send it to coaches. In January, write a four- to six-line email and send it to 40-50 coaches stating your interest in their college and the athletic team. Start taking unofficial visits. Participate in college admissions visits to your high school. Determine the number of credits needed for graduation & choose solid RIGOR for your senior year. Set up phone calls with college coaches that are interested. In this process you are trying to build a relationship with the coaching staff. Set up a meeting with your coach before summer to make sure you have the schedule you need for the best possible exposure.
Successful college recruitment and decision making takes 100 hours. A prospective student-athlete must take ownership of the process.
10th Grade Grades, Grades, Grades! Every year counts! Meet with your coach and college advisor and explain the attributes you want for the college of your choice and make a list of 25 colleges that really appeal to you. Take the PSAT. Follow the teams where you can realistically play, and keep an eye on openings and possible scholarships. Visit the schools' team pages on MyUTR.com to learn what levels of players are on the rosters. Start to prepare for the SAT/ACT. If you want to achieve a good score, you will need 100 hours of preparation. Look into financial aid options. Start with FAFSA and collegeboard.org. Create an athletic resume and post it online. Set up a meeting with your coach to work on your tournament schedule, and continue to talk about college tennis options. Visit local colleges to gain an understanding for college campuses, facilities and the tennis teams.
9th Grade This is a transition year. Start early in looking for the college that fits you best. Grades, Grades, Grades! Every year counts, and the top academic schools want strong RIGOR and a good balance of classes all four years. Clearly understand the NCAA core classes for DI and DII. Be professional when using social media, email and voicemail. Plan your tournaments wisely, and play at least 25 matches per year, especially to start building up your UTR. Keep your TennisRecruiting.net profile updated each year. Understand the NCAA rules (visit the links at the top of this page).
12th Grade Update your profile and make a new college video if necessary. Continue to research and contact college coaches. Fill out the common application. Write your college essays (this can be done in the summer too). Retake the SAT/ACT if necessary. Take official and unofficial visits. Identify and confirm teachers who will write you a letter of recommendation. Organize in advance to have your transcripts sent to colleges. Fill out college applications (Early Decision and Early Action is November 1 and Regular Decision is January 1. There are exceptions to these dates!). Determine which schools are the best fit and start to narrow your list. Start to review scholarship options with your family, coach and college advisor. Make your decision! Notify and thank the coaches and colleges where you visited. Graduate! Keep up your grades and continue to train and play tournaments.
What should we be doing each year to prepare for college?
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Oklahoma City Tennis Center (OKCTC) is hosting the 2021 USTA League National Championships this October. The competition began Oct. 1 and concludes this coming weekend on Oct. 17. This is the second time OKCTC has hosted the USTA League National Championships, the first being in 2019 when the facility became the first in Oklahoma to ever host the National Championships. Each USTA League season culminates with the annual USTA League National Championships, where representatives from all 17 sections compete in 16 League national championship events in locations across the United States. In addition to Oklahoma City, 2021 host sites include Phoenix, Arizona; Surprise, Arizona; and Orlando, Florida. The Facility Director for the Oklahoma City Tennis Center, Steve Henry, says hosting this event is a big undertaking with a lot of pressure, but is confident OKCTC and the local tennis community is up to the challenge. “I can’t pull this off without help from our volunteers and support from local area clubs,” says Henry. That support includes backup locations in case of weather delays. “Imagine traveling here from as far away as Hawaii and it rains. Our friends at Edmond Center Court, Lifetime Fitness and Oaktree Country Club are this year’s indoor rain backup.” It's estimated over 400 players and family members will attend each weekend of the three week event. Organizers say that between incoming flights, car rentals, dining out and over 2,700 nights of hotel accommodations this is a great way to generate revenue for the Oklahoma City area.
It's estimated over 400 players and family members will attend each weekend of the three weekEND event
OKLAHOMA CITY TENNIS CENTER HOSTING USTA LEAGUE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
OKC Captain Craig Hays
DISTRICT TRI-LEVEL CHAMPIONS
OKC Tri-Angels Captain Jennifer White
Oklahoma City’s David Box captured the Men’s 55’s Doubles title Friday afternoon at the Level 1 USTA National Grass Court Championships at Sporting Club, Agawam Hunt in Rumford, Rhode Island. Box teamed with Andy Stoner, Director of Tennis at Desert Mountain, winning in the final 6-4, 6-3. Gold balls are awarded annually to winners at the USTA’s four national championships it hosts on the junior and adult tennis circuits. Box, a three-time letter winner at the University of Oklahoma from 1982-85, is the President and CEO of Box Ventures, which includes ownership of the Greens Country Club in Oklahoma City, Box Talent, Box Real Estate and Box Consulting.
18 & OVER
3.0 MEN JERRY FREED & TODD RAY
4.0 WOMEN KELLY FEEMSTER & PATTI BURTON
8.0 WOMEN RENEE PASCALE & LINDA BAHAN
40 & OVER
55 & OVER
LOCAL TEAMS HEADING TO NATIONALS
Top 17 teams battle it out to be the best in the USA, these are the teams from Oklahoma!
9.0 WOMEN LAURA GROOMS
3.0 WOMEN JULIE PROX
2.5 WOMEN CHELSEA PENN & KRISTINE TAYLOR
4.0 MEN RICHARD MAGANN
6.0 WOMEN JEANETTE JOHNSON
65 & OVER
7.0 MEN MARK COHLMIA
MIXED 40 & OVER
7.0 PAULA CASEY & MIKE THAGARD
MIXED 18 & OVER
6.0 MEN LARRY DOTSON & KEN HIRD
6.0 PATRICK DOUGHTY & SCOTT PHIPPS
6.0 PATRICK DOUGHTY
7.0 MEN TOM LANGWELL
7.0 WOMEN JANICE ROBERTS
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