News From the Court

Latest Updates and Stories from STF

From inspiring player stories, transformative events, to new initiatives, get the latest scoop on how STF continues its relentless pursuit of championing tennis, education, and wellness across the South.

Recent News

September 10, 2024

Former No. 55 Bryan Shelton inducted into Southern Tennis Hall of Fame

September 10, 2024

Atlanta Open’s Eddie Gonzalez inducted into Southern Tennis Hall of Fame

September 10, 2024

Volunteer Paul Pittman inducted into Southern Tennis Hall of Fame

May 20, 2024

Blind and Low Vision Tennis Gains Traction in Georgia

Things are hopping in Macon, Georgia and it isn’t all about the blues scene. A pilot tennis program started in April and it’s gaining traction.

March 21, 2024

Anna Monhartova: Leading award-winning NJTL in New Orleans

Anna Monhartova was exposed to the great game of tennis by her parents in her native country of Czech Republic when she was five years old. Because of her budding talent and good coaching, she was selected to be on their national junior team when she was just 13.

January 30, 2024

Rachel Sweatt from Arkansas Receives Player of the Year Award

At their best, sports can transcend winning and losing. They can often teach us lessons far more important than anything involving a silly ball...

November 7, 2023

New Orleans Brothers Navigate Path to Success Through Tennis, Academics, and NJTL

Engaging in tennis offers a blend of enjoyment, new connections, and diverse volunteer prospects.

November 6, 2023

USTA Southern Shines: 2023 National Essay Contest Winners

USTA Southern's youth shine in the 2023 USTA Foundation’s National Essay Contest, presented by Deloitte.

September 25, 2023

Bringing Tennis to the Blind and Low Vision

In a groundbreaking move, USTA Southern has expanded tennis accessibility for the visually impaired.

March 30, 2023

Southern Tennis Foundation Announces Mike McNulty Endowed Scholarship Fund

The Southern Tennis Foundation (STF) proudly introduces the Mike McNulty Endowed Scholarship Fund, aiming to provide college scholarships to deserving students across the South.

March 22, 2023

Southern Tennis Foundation Establishes Althea Gibson Scholarship

The Southern Tennis Foundation (STF) proudly establishes a college scholarship in memory of Althea Gibson, a tennis and sports legend born in Silver, S.C., on Aug. 29, 1927.

November 22, 2022

STF Junior Financial Assistance Impact: A Deep Dive

Discover the profound impact of STF's support in financial assistance, scholarship program from uplifting individual lives to transforming communities.

November 6, 2023

USTA Southern Shines: 2023 National Essay Contest Winners

USTA Southern's youth shine in the 2023 USTA Foundation’s National Essay Contest, presented by Deloitte.

March 30, 2023

Southern Tennis Foundation Announces Mike McNulty Endowed Scholarship Fund

The Southern Tennis Foundation (STF) proudly introduces the Mike McNulty Endowed Scholarship Fund, aiming to provide college scholarships to deserving students across the South.