Emily Russell 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
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
3/20/2026: USTA Provider Appreciation Day at Top Golf Greenville (10:00 AM-2:00 PM) Event Info: Join USTA National Leadership and USTA South Carolina Staff for a FREE day of networking, food, fun, and golf—all while exploring how USTA programs and services can help you expand your business, attract new players, and keep the momentum of tennis going strong. … Read more
Register to host a 2026 National Tennis Month event: click here Play in May for National Tennis Month! CTAs, NJTLs, Public Facilities, and Parks & Recreation Organizations may be eligible to receive funding for hosting a PUBLIC tennis event in May! Register your event in Serve Tennis AND complete the form. *Be sure to follow … Read more
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
The Pete Conklin Official of the Year Award is presented to a tennis official who has made outstanding contributions to the cause of tennis officiating. Celia Ulmer has over 15 years of experience in USTA and ITA matches and has served on the USTA SC Officials Committee. Celia is highly regarded by Tournament Directors, Chair … Read more
We’re excited to celebrate our Local Tennis Heroes who make such a difference in their communities! Their leadership, dedication, and love for the game help tennis thrive across South Carolina. Newly recognized local tennis heroes: Debbie Batha Karen Comeau Stephanie Davis Tim Driscoll Jeri Himmelsbach Dean Maly Rocky Thomason Fran Wilkes #TennisHeroes#GrowingTheGame#SCtennis
Pat Van der Meer was a cornerstone of tennis development, particularly through her leadership at the Van Der Meer Tennis Academy and facilities on Hilton Head Island. Alongside her late husband, Dennis Van der Meer, a globally renowned tennis educator and founder of the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), Pat helped shape the future of the … Read more
We’re thrilled to recognize the following incredible individuals who have made a lasting impact on our SC tennis community. From reviving programs to fostering a love for tennis, these leaders shine on and off the courts! Evelyn Goforth (Florence, SC) Paige Ouzts (Greenwood, SC) Cindy Froman (Sumter, SC) Shirley Godfrey-Jackson (North Charleston, SC) Jon Holmes … Read more
USTA South Carolina is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by sharing the voices and stories of Hispanic and Latino players in our tennis community. From what inspires them on court to their love of the game, these players remind us that tennis is stronger when everyone’s story is heard. Follow us on Social Media to see … Read more
