Tennis Industry News

Among the initiatives approved by the ITF membership at the International Tennis Federation’s 2010 Annual General Meeting this week was a rule change for all 10-and-under competition that will mandate modified courts and the use of slower balls as part of the ITF’s Tennis 10s campaign.

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Looking to increase your knowledge, grow your business and network with colleagues? Check out some of the tennis and sports industry events on tap for the remainder of the year. Not only will you find excellent resources and educational opportunities, but also attending one—or more—of these events will help you grow your business and the industry as a whole.

Upcoming Events

40th Annual USTA Tennis Teacher's Conference: Aug 28-31, New York, NY
4th Annual TIA Tennis Forum:  Aug 31, New York, NY
USPTA World Conference: Sept. 27-Oct. 2, La Quinta, CA
PTR Professional Development Weekend: Oct. 7-10, Orlando, FL
NRPA Congress and Expo: Oct. 25-29, Minneapolis, MN
ASBA Technical Meeting: Dec. 4-7, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
ITA Coaches Convention: Dec. 16-19, Naples, FL

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A new online registration system has been developed to allow you to sign-up your players for the QuickStart Tennis play format, which has become an integral component of tennis for kids 10 & under and a primary focus of the USTA and tennis industry.  In addition, you are able to collect payment and communicate with consumers using detailed, specific and targeted messaging to enhance your business.

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The USTA announced a series of expanded fan enhancements and programming for the 2010 US Open. This year's Opening Night ceremony will celebrate those who "Dream, Succeed and Inspire," with appearances by Martina Navratilova, James Blake and other notable celebrities, as well as a special performance by Gloria Estefan.

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The fourth annual TIA Tennis Forum will be Tuesday, Aug. 31, in New York City, in conjunction with the US Open and the USTA Tennis Teachers Conference. The Forum, which is open to all in the industry, will be from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. in Ballroom 2 on the Salon Level at the Grand Hyatt New York.

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Imagine playing nonstop tennis for an hour, burning hundreds of calories, hitting dozens of balls…and having a ton of fun the whole time. That’s Cardio Tennis.

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For years, the Savannah Area Tennis Association (SATA) has organized programs in public and private schools throughout its community in Georgia, both in school and after school. This year, however, SATA has become a key player in a network of community organizations dedicated to increasing the recreational opportunities of underserved school children through tennis.

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Atlanta, Charleston, and Richmond, Va., have been selected as the three finalists in the USTA’s second annual search to determine the winner of the “Best Tennis Town” contest, as determined by nationwide voting. The ultimate winner will be announced during the 2010 US Open.

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Longtime USTA partner American Express will present the inaugural “Fresh Courts” program, a philanthropic effort to invest in developing communities through the renovation of tennis facilities. The 2010 program targets 17 tennis courts in Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. and New York.

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Few players, male or female, have had the large-scale impact of Billie Jean King, on or off the court—and none can claim to have her continued influence. King’s impact on the sport and industry of tennis are so significant that she is the newest member in the Tennis Industry Hall of Fame.

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