Jul 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
International Tennis Day by Victoria Scott It was incredible to see players around the world celebrate International Tennis Day this year. Thank you to everyone who participated and used the International Tennis Day banner in your social posts! John Lumley from Racquet Club of Philadelphia said, “In Philly, we had an amazing turnout on ITD – started off strong with lessons at 7 AM! We finished the day with a wrong end serving tournament where four countries competed against each other. It was great fun to see Tanfield carrying Lumley to victory for the UK team in their match! Team… Read the Full Story >
Jul 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
USCTA President’s Letter from Dacre C Stoker I have recently been elected by the USCTA Board of Governors to serve as your President for the next three years. I bring plenty of experience to this new role, as I have served on the board for twenty-two years as Aiken representative, Membership Chair and Vice President. It is indeed my honor to represent you all in my new capacity. I would like to start by thanking the outgoing President, Mary Livingston, who very successfully served between 2021-2024. I am happy to say that Mary will continue to serve on the USCTA board, where… Read the Full Story >
May 7, 2024 | Uncategorized
2024 U.S. Women’s National Championship by John Lumley The 2024 U.S. Women’s National Court Tennis Championships brought together a lively group of players from across the East Coast, making for a weekend packed with intense matches and memorable moments. Friday started off with first-round clashes. Libby Gephart, known for her strong game, cruised past Kelly Patrick. Meanwhile, Elisabeth McMorris and Alexis Dorr showed their skills, earning spots in the quarterfinals with solid wins. Saturday morning heated up with quarterfinal action. The top seeds dominated, but the highlight was Claire Voegele’s tight win over Victoria Scott, keeping fans on the edge… Read the Full Story >
Apr 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Melbourne hosted the Bathurst Cups – Men & Women – in March. Patrick Winthrop, Ben Hudson, Henry Smith, Xanthe Ranger and Emily Young represented the USA. Ranger & Young played on the winning “Rest of the World Team” vs. the UK. Winthrop, Smith & Hudson defeated the French to place 3rd in the Bathurst Cup. Well Done USA! Below is a recap by Alistair Curley. BATHURST CUPS – THE FINAL WRAP What a brilliant week of tennis at RMTC, as the best amateur players in the world gathered for the Bathurst Cup and Women’s Bathurst Cup. Firstly, congratulations to Rest… Read the Full Story >
Dec 10, 2023 | Uncategorized
Philadelphia defeated Washington 5-0 to win the 2023 Whitney Cup. Details to follow.
Dec 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
Dec 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
Nov 1, 2023 | Tournament Results, Uncategorized, US Events
by Dawson Lane Vegas came to The Tuxedo Club for Hadden Tomes 2023! A record 59 players participated in the handicapped doubles court tennis festivities throughout the weekend! The Racquets Committee at the Tuxedo Club should be applauded for supporting all the new players in Tuxedo, along with the solid junior program at Tuxedo represented by Hazel Christensen, Calliope Yannuzzi & Paul Nieuwerburgh. In addition to the strong contingent of Tuxedo players, Hadden Tomes 2023 had ten players from Lord’s, along with players from Boston, Philadelphia, Newport, Aiken, New York & Washington D.C. As usual, the pictures provide the best… Read the Full Story >
Aug 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
The Ladies Camp scheduled for the August 25-27 in Tuxedo has been canceled.
Nov 1, 2022 | Tournament Results, Uncategorized, US Events
by Dawson Lane The carriages and holsters on the 3:10 to Tuxedo were fully loaded with passengers from near and far for Hadden Tomes 2022. Cowboy Chisholm kicked off a jam-packed schedule of tennis on Friday, complete with unique orange and yellow balls designed to give everyone vertigo even before the bourbon was opened. Off the court, Rich Mueller once again delighted the evening crowd with his musical talents – accompanied on the mic by some of his favourite saloon girls. On the court, duels were battled (with racquets and witty barbs only), and excellent play continued throughout the weekend. On Saturday… Read the Full Story >
