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USPTA Announces RacquetDesk as the Official Sponsor of the USPTA 2022 World Conference (9/1/2022)
LAKE NONA, FL, September 1st, 2022 — The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), Inc. is pleased to announce that RacquetDesk is the Official Sponsor of the USPTA 2022 World Conference in New Orleans.

International Tennis Federation Publishes Short Documentary Film: History of Tennis Documentary (8/22/2022)
The ITF released a short film produced in collaboration with the International Tennis Hall of Fame and the United States Professional Tennis Association, documenting the history of tennis – from its origins as a medieval game through the establishmen

USPTA Hosts ATA for Althea Gibson Experience (7/29/2022)
On July 26, 2022, the USPTA welcomed the American Tennis Association (ATA) to its World Headquarters for the Althea Experience. Founded in Washington, D.C., in 1916, with its mission to elevate black tennis, the ATA is the oldest and longest-running

USPTA Elects to Not Reapply for USTA Accreditation (6/2/2022)
The USPTA Board of Directors and Executive Committee have elected not to reapply for full accreditation from the USTA. We will continue to work collaboratively with the USTA to develop an accreditation program that will impact the job market and bene

Italian Open (5/13/2022)
Ciao! Pack your bags and your game for a once in a lifetime experience with the USPTA at the 2023 Italian Open! With this year’s Italian Open delighting fans this week, it’s the perfect time to look ahead and start planning your own trip to Italy.

ICL Academy (3/23/2022)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), Inc. is pleased to announce a multi-year endorsement of Dwight Global Online School and its affiliate partner ICL Academy as the “Official Online Secondary Schools” of the USPTA, bringing wor

USPTA Announces A Multi-Year Endorsement With Revo Performance Sunglasses (3/8/2022)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), Inc. is pleased to announce a multi-year endorsement with Revo as the "Official Performance Eyewear" of the USPTA starting March 1, 2022.

Nyberg Fletcher and White Release (2/1/2022)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), Inc. is pleased to announce a multi-year endorsement with Nyberg Fletcher & White Promotional Products, as the “Official Awards and Promotional Product Supplier” of the USPTA starting Februar

USPTA Teams Up with Tennis Warehouse (11/19/2021)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), Inc. is pleased to announce a multi-year endorsement with Tennis Warehouse, as the “Official Footwear and Apparel Supplier” of the USPTA starting December 1, 2021. Tennis Warehouse, the worl

New Improved USPTA Pickleball Certification (11/11/2021)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), Inc. partners with the International Federation of Pickleball Academy (IFP Academy) to offer a new and improved USPTA Pickleball Certification.

JPTA and USPTA Extend Working Agreement (11/3/2021)
JPTA and USPTA Sign Three Year Agreement Extending a Nearly 40-Year Working Relationship.

Stan Smith Inducted into the USPTA Hall of Fame 2021 (10/7/2021)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is proud to present the Tim Heckler USPTA Hall of Fame Award to Stan Smith of Hilton Head, SC (Southern Division).

Mark Centrella Named USPTA 2021 Tester of the Year (10/7/2021)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is proud to name Mark Centrella of Wilmington, DE (Midwest Division), the 2021 USPTA Tester of the Year.

Christine Macur Presented 2021 USPTA Bob Ryland Diversity Award (10/7/2021)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is proud to present the 2021 USPTA Bob Ryland Diversity Award to Christine Macur from Bridgewater, NJ (Middle States Division).

Peter Dauphinee Presented 2021 USPTA Industry Excellence Award (10/7/2021)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is proud to present the 2021 USPTA Industry Excellence Award to Peter Dauphinee of Arcata, CA (NorCal Division).

Ken DeHart Presented USPTA George Bacso Lifetime Achievement Award (10/7/2021)
LAKE NONA, Fla. – The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is proud to present the George Bacso Lifetime Achievement Award to Ken DeHart of Portola, CA (NorCal Division).

Jimmy Borendame Named 2021 USPTA Steve Wilkinson College Coach of the Year (10/7/2021)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is proud to name Jimmy Borendame from Murfreesboro, TN (Southern Division), the 2021 USPTA Steve Wilkinson College Coach of the Year.

Caitlyn Segraves Presented 2021 USPTA Star Award (10/7/2021)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is proud to present the 2021 USPTA Star Award to Caitlyn Sagraves from Edmond, OK (Missouri Valley Division).

Rita Gladstone Presented 2021 USPTA Star Award (10/7/2021)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is proud to present the 2021 USPTA Star Award to Rita Gladstone from Orlando, FL (Florida Division).

Trish Faulkner Inducted into the USPTA Hall of Fame 2021 (10/7/2021)
The United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is proud to present the Tim Heckler USPTA Hall of Fame Award to Trish Faulkner, Palm Beach, FL (Florida Division).