News From the Court
Latest Updates and Stories from STF
The Spirit of Giving Goes Deep into Donors' Roots
December 12, 2024
As the season of giving approaches, we celebrate two donors whose deep love for tennis drives their support of the Southern Tennis Foundation. Rex Maynard and Sandy Burgess are passionate about offering others the opportunity to experience the sport they cherish. Their generous contributions have helped create lasting impacts in communities across the Southern Section.
Recent News
Former No. 55 Bryan Shelton inducted into Southern Tennis Hall of Fame
Atlanta Open’s Eddie Gonzalez inducted into Southern Tennis Hall of Fame
Volunteer Paul Pittman inducted into Southern Tennis Hall of Fame
Celebrating the 2024 NJTL Youth Essay Contest winners
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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.
Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: USTA Southern's NJTL Girls' Program Pilots
In the heart of Georgia, a movement was underway to empower young girls through tennis and leadership development.
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.
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2018 STF Scholarship Recipient – Helena “Angel” Sanders (Memphis, TN)
2023 graduate of the University of Tennessee Knoxville with a degree in Nuclear Engineering and currently enrolled in a Pre-Med post-baccalaureate program to attend medical school.
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...
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.
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.
Bringing Tennis to the Blind and Low Vision
In a groundbreaking move, USTA Southern has expanded tennis accessibility for the visually impaired.
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.
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.
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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.
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