• About Us

    The United States Tennis Association, Northern California Section (USTA NorCal), based in Alameda, Calif., is a not-for-profit volunteer-based organization dedicated to promoting and growing the game of tennis across Northern California and Northwest Nevada since 1953.

    As one of the 17 geographic sections of the USTA, the governing body of tennis in the United States, USTA NorCal is deeply rooted in its commitment to building an active and engaged tennis community. USTA NorCal engages audiences across every level of the community and brings tennis to a diverse set of players of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels. From grassroots tennis in the parks and organized leagues and tournaments to tennis scholarships, grants and education resources, the community is the driving force behind all tennis in Northern California.

    Our Philosophy

    Mission

    To promote and develop the growth of tennis as an inclusive and inviting lifetime activity in the Northern California section.

    Vision

    To be a trusted, inclusive and proactive provider and partner in advocating for tennis as a healthy and accessible lifetime activity that impacts lives in positive ways.

    Staff Directory

    Meet the individuals spearheading USTA NorCal’s various programs. Whether you have questions, need more information or just want to connect, find the right contact person for your program of interest below. Feel free to reach out. We’re here to help!

    Operations &
    Strategy

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    Summer Verhoeven

    Executive Director

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    Melissa Negri

    Administrative Specialist

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    Jesus Cortez

    I.T. Manager

    David Resnick-Dunn

    Sr. Manager, Operations & Strategy

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    Bernadette Lange

    Controller

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    Tammy Peterson

    Operations and Administrative Coordinator

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    Cherryl Silva

    Advocacy Programs Manager

    Adult Competition

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    Michelle Wilson

    Sr. Manager, Adult Competition

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    Joanna Broda Schunck

    Adult Tournaments Specialist

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    Mike Lim

    Adult Leagues Specialist

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    Molly Neal

    Adult Leagues Specialist

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    Michelle Angel

    Adult Leagues Coordinator

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    Martin Borjas

    Adult Leagues Coordinator

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    Erin Chamberlin

    Adult Leagues Coordinator

    Junior Competition

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    Beth Workeneh

    Sr. Manager, Junior Competition

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    Tommy Tu

    Junior Competition and Tournaments Manager

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    Trey Astbury

    Junior Team Tennis Manager

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    Vinod Herur

    Officials and Sportsmanship Specialist

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    Stephen Morley

    Junior Competition Coordinator

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    Mika Padmanabhan-Kabana

    Player Development Coordinator

    Coaching

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    Lani-Rae Green

    Coaching Programs Manager

    Community Programs

    Vivian Li

    Sr. Manager, Community Programs

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    Christy Perez

    Community Programs Representative - Adaptive, HITS and Wheelchair

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    Macy Barajas

    Community Programs Representative - Social Play & Tennis On Campus

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    Jack Nielson

    Community Programs Representative

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    Chris Samuel

    Schools & Tennis Outreach Manager

    Brook Workeneh

    Community Programs Representative

    Marketing

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    Essie Elsakkar

    Sr. Manager of Marketing & Communications

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    Jonathan Bisquera

    Marketing Specialist

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    Faivale Atualevao

    Marketing Specialist