Our mission is to improve lives and build healthier communities in South Carolina
by growing and promoting tennis as a lifelong sport.

Fireflies Game – May 16th

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Segra Park! Join USTA South Carolina, the South Carolina Tennis Foundation and the Columbia Tennis Association as we celebrate National Tennis month with a night at the ballpark featuring games & special prizes for our tennis community! Join us on May 16th for Star Wars Night as the Fireflies face off

Read More »

Host & Home + USTA South Carolina Tennis

USTA South Carolina is proud to partner with Host & Home Luxury Vacation Rentals. Host & Home Luxury Vacation Rentals is the Exclusive Housing Partner for several premier adult tennis championships on Hilton Head Island. This partnership ensures players, captains, and families have access to spacious, high-quality vacation homes close to the island’s top tennis

Read More »

LOCAL TENNIS HEROES

We’re excited to celebrate our Local Tennis Heroes who make a difference in communities across South Carolina! Their leadership, dedication, and love for the game help tennis thrive throughout our state. Diana Pendleton – A dedicated supporter of Grand Strand tennis events and a beloved substitute teacher in Horry County who serves her community with

Read More »

From Showcase to College Tennis

The USTA South Carolina College Showcase continues to create opportunities for junior players to connect with college coaches and pursue their dream of playing at the next level. Mia El-Kheddiwi (Wando High School) signed with Coker University. Mia’s father, Mehdi El-Kheddiwi, a South Carolina tennis professional, shared how important the showcase was in her recruiting journey: “The

Read More »

Upcoming USTA Coaching Events – 2026

FRIDAY, APRIL 3 | 12:30PM-4PM Intro to Coaching Workshop @ Credit One Charleston Open  In this workshop, you’ll learn how to organize beginner tennis players and provide basic tennis coaching in a group environment, and gain essential techniques for creating positive and engaging environments that build confidence from the start. Who should attend? Anyone who

Read More »

2026 National Tennis Participation Report

We’re proud to share the latest National Tennis Participation Report on the continued growth of tennis across the country. 🎾 27.3 million people across the country stepped on a tennis court in 2025. That’s six consecutive years of growth. Since 2019, participation has increased by an incredible 54% – nearly 10 million more people stepping

Read More »

find yourself in the game ®