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Get to Know: Official Kevin Ware
Kevin has been a very active member of the NorCal officiating community. He has officiated at the US Open, Wimbledon,…
Pam Sloan Honored as Billie Jean King Public Parks Tennis Person of the Year
Meet Pam Sloan: Pam has spent decades helping tennis grow through public parks, grassroots programs, and community service. Her passion…
Get to Know: Official May Bhetraratana
Q: When did you become an official? A: I was certified in 2022 but didn't have my first officiating gig…
Women’s History Month Highlight: Chrissie Costamagna
Meet Chrissie: Chrissie Costamagna’s impact on tennis in Northern California goes far beyond the court. Yes, her accomplishments as a…
Women’s History Month Highlight: Isabella Feinberg
Meet Isabella: COO of Lifetime Activities, overseeing direct operations at six locations: Walnut Creek, Pleasanton, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, and…
Women’s History Month Highlight: Mariko Fritz-Krockow
Meet Mariko: Tennis has been a driving force in my life since I was about 7 years old, when my…Women’s History Month Highlight: Jill Van Slyke
Meet Jill: Jill has loved tennis since she was a child, and the sport continues to be a meaningful part…Women’s History Month Highlight: Janie McCauley
Meet Janie: Janie is an avid tennis player and board member of the Laney Tennis Association. She also volunteers at…Women’s History Month Highlight: Katie Delich
Meet Katie: A tennis entrepreneur and creator of a high-end tennis clinic brand. A recognized influencer in the tennis community…
Women’s History Month Highlight: Lucia Peters
Meet Lucia: A local tennis professional teaching at community parks in Brentwood and Discovery Bay. She has introduced more than…
88 Years Young & Still Winning: Betty Olsen’s Journey to Nationals
Betty Olsen is proof that tennis truly is a lifetime sport. At 88 years young, Betty recently captained her Adult…Black History Month Spotlight: Vince Owens
In celebration of Black History Month 2026, USTA Northern California proudly recognizes Mr. Vincent Owens for his dedication to youth…
Black History Month Spotlight: Keith Adams
Q: Can you tell us a little about your journey in tennis and how you first got started? A: I…
Laver Cup in Northern California
Much beyond witnessing Californian Taylor Fritz win the match that earned his “Team World” the Laver Cup prize in the…New Courts Coming Our Way at Lowell High School
Thanks to a generous grant from San Franciscans for Sports and Recreation (SFFSR), the 10 public high school tennis courts…
Spotlight on Alexander Anderson: His Journey to Worlds
ALAMEDA, California. — Being selected to represent your country in team competition is a dream for nearly every tennis player,…Gold Ball Winners From NorCal
Gold Ball - the most coveted trophy for most USTA amateur tennis players. It’s awarded to the winners of Level…
USTA Commits Additional $5 Million Over Five Years to Grow Local Tennis Programs Through New Micro-Grant Program
USTA grant programs now total $15 million in funding opportunities to support grassroots tennis ORLANDO, Fla., June 9, 2025 –…
ITF Masters Tour World Championships: NorCal Represents on USA Team
The ITF Masters Tour World Championships for women in the age divisions of 30s, 35s, 40s, and 45s took place…Spotlight on Gus Grumet, USTA NorCal Junior Player of the Year
Each year, USTA Northern California (USTA NorCal) honors a junior player who has excelled at the highest levels of competition,…
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Stephanie Kuroda & Michele Reyes, USTA NorCal’s League Volunteers of the Year
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, take a moment to learn more about two incredible USTA NorCal volunteers whose contributions…USTA NorCal Celebrates Women’s History Month with Special Events
USTA Northern California is proud to celebrate Women's History Month with a variety of events that honor and empower women…
Partner Spotlight: Jack and Jill, Oakland Bay Area Chapter
As we celebrate Black History Month, USTA NorCal is proud to spotlight the Oakland Bay Area Chapter of Jack and…
USTA Northern California Sees an 8.4% Increase in Tennis Participation Over Five Years
Nationwide Participation Surges to New High of 25.7 Million Players with USTA NorCal Making Up 9.8% of the Nation's Current…
Spotlight on Adult League Committee Chair Andrea Barnes: Q&A on Her Role and Vision
Q: What got you involved with USTA? I started playing USTA tournaments at the age of 11, and then I…
NorCal League National Champions
Huge congratulations to six incredible USTA NorCal Adult League teams for winning the 2024 USTA League National Championships and earning…
Champion Spotlight: Robert Quall
Get to Know Robert Quall. The 2024 Champion of 4 Level 1 National Tournaments in the Men’s 85 & Over…
Get to Know Captain Tammie Snyder
Q: When did you start playing in USTA NorCal Adult Leagues? A: In 2002 Q: What do you like most…
LAC Spotlight: Carlo Guariento
Meet Carlo Guariento, the Local Area Coordinator for Adult Leagues for the Fresno and East Bay areas. Q: What inspired…
HH Month: Spotlight on Nancy Moya
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we're excited to feature Nancy Moya, a valued member of our community and part…Grumet, Pallegar Highlight 2024 USTA National Championships
Team NorCal was well-represented at one of the most prestigious junior tournaments of the year—the USTA National Championships. Players from…
League Captain Spotlight: Craig Walsh
This month we are interviewing a new captain, Craig Walsh who has successfully captained his team to Nationals. Take a…Spotlight on Jessica Gonzalez: Breaking New Ground in Blind Tennis
This Disability Pride Month, we celebrate the remarkable journey of Jessica Gonzalez, an inspiring athlete making waves in the world…
Celebrating Public Parks & Championing Tennis: National Park & Recreation Month
Recently, the USTA and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) announced they are forming a new partnership to support…Play Your Way to US Open Merchandise
Play in a USTA NorCal Junior Circuit this summer leading up to the US Open and enter our weekly prize…AAPI Month: Q&A with Jesse Pangilinan
In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Month, USTA NorCal is celebrating local players and professionals around Northern California.…
