2012 Yearbook

2012 YEARBOOK

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Tennis. The Sport of Opportunity.

Community Tennis Adult Programs............................................... 11 Youth Programs............................................. 12 Pro Tennis and Other Programs ................ 13-14 Junior Camps Junior Camp Listing ................................. 15-17

USTA Player Development Office 10399 Flores Drive Boca Raton, FL 33428 561.962.6400 561.962.6401 fax USTA Member Services 800.900.USTA (8782) memberservices@usta.com

World TeamTennis 2012 Schedule ............................................. 28 CrossCourt The Serve with Jr. TeamTennis Team from Edmond, OK ........................................ 31 Honoring a Legacy ....................................... 32 On Court with Anthony Perkins................. 34-35 Net Notes...................................................... 36 Youth Spring Events Calendar......................... 37 Distribution of the Yearbook The USTA Missouri Valley Yearbook is mailed free of charge to USTA Missouri Valley members (on a request-only basis). If members did not request a copy, but would like one, please e-mail yearbook@movalley.usta.com to receive your copy.

Correspondence - Advertising - Reproduction The USTA Missouri Valley Yearbook is a publication of the USTA Missouri Valley. All correspondence regarding the editorial material should be directed to the Missouri Valley office (c/o Marketing Director). The USTA Missouri Valley may grant permission to reprint any and all articles published in the Yearbook unless copyrighted by a third-party, upon written request.

No photographs and/or logos may be reproduced without the written approval of the USTA Missouri Valley.

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Member Organizations Listing ..................................................... 65-66 Bonus Online Content Photo Section

Digital Publications The 2012 USTA Missouri Valley Yearbook was produced digitally with a limited print run. This publication, as well as previous yearbooks and every issue of CrossCourt is available online in digital format free of charge.

2012 Yearbook Contributors The Yearbook is produced by the USTA Missouri Valley Marketing Communications Department with assistance from various program managers and volunteers.

Cover Art The 2012 USTA Missouri Valley Yearbook cover features images of USTA members and events throughout the section.

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USTA National Office 70 West Red Oak Lane White Plains, NY 10604 914.696.7000 914.696.7167 fax USTA.com

Adults 2011 Adult Rankings ............................... 26-27

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Adult Leagues League Section Champions ..................... 22-25

Year in Review 2011 Year in Review . .............................. 38-39 Timeline.................................................... 40-41

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USTA Missouri Valley 6400 West 95th Street | Suite 102 Overland Park, KS 66212 913.322.4800 888.368.8612 toll free 913.322.4801 fax

Juniors Junior Competition Contacts . ....................... 18 2011 Junior Sportsmanship Awards .............. 19 2011 Junior Rankings .............................. 20-21

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USTA Missouri Valley President & Executive Director's Message . ..... 2 Volunteers ...................................................... 3 Board of Directors .......................................... 4 Committee Chairs . ......................................... 5 Staff ................................................................ 6 Annual Conference ........................................ 7 Hall of Fame . ................................................. 8 Section Awards .......................................... 9-10

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Table of Contents & General Information

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ADA Statement In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the USTA Missouri Valley strives to provide quality recreational programs to individuals of all abilities. If you, or anyone you know has a disability and would like more information on the accessibility of our programs or any facilities in our section, call toll-free at 888-368-8612. We would like to work with you to continue to improve program and facility accessibility. Also, please contact us if you experience difficulty or have concerns about gaining access to any of our programs or facilities. If you have specific questions or concerns about programs, please contact the Executive Director (contact information on page 6). missourivalley.usta.com

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Non-Discrimination Statement In accordance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, no person, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, shall be excluded from, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity of the USTA Missouri Valley. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against should write to the USTA Missouri Valley office, c/o Executive Director.

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Mission Statement The United States Tennis Association Missouri Valley is a not-for-profit organization covering a five-state region of Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma, as well as parts of Illinois. As one of the 17 sections of the USTA, the USTA Missouri Valley has more than 24,000 individual members and approximately 400 organizational members. The USTA Missouri Valley offers recreational and competitive tennis for all ages and abilities. The mission of the USTA Missouri Valley is to promote and develop the growth of tennis.

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Message From the President and Executive Director

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The most important thing is not to win but to take part. This Olympic motto unites athletes from around the world in a sporting tradition that dates back more than 100 years. In this Olympic year, a diverse group of athletes will convene in London to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympics. Tennis enthusiasts will be glued to the TV watching the tennis competition from the historic grass courts of Wimbledon in late July and early August.

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In 1912, the iconic Olympic rings were designed by Baron Pierre De Coubertin, founder of the modern Olympic Games, to symbolize the idea that the Olympic movement welcomes all countries to join the competition. The colors of the rings represent the five regions of the world that come together to compete. That same year, Jim Thorpe, a young Native American man who grew up in the Sac and Fox Nation in Oklahoma would travel to Stockholm, Sweden to compete in the Olympics against almost insurmountable odds. Thorpe would go on to win gold medals in both the pentathlon and decathlon. This year in mid-June, thousands will gather in Oklahoma City for the centennial celebration of Thorpe’s gold medal victory.

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Like the Olympic rings that represent the five regions, tennis athletes in our five states are united in the opportunity to play the game in our seven districts. Our mission, “To promote and develop the growth of tennis” is driven by our focus on diversity and inclusion. Everyone, regardless of their race, age, physical abilities or backgrounds is welcome to join in the game. This core value of inclusion drives the success we have experienced in the USTA Missouri Valley. 2011 was no exception.

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In 2011 we laid the groundwork to grow youth tennis by making tennis more kid friendly. 10 and Under Tennis was introduced with five key components – smaller courts, shorter racquets, balls that don’t bounce as high or fast, nets lower to the ground and a simplified scoring system for youth. Like the Olympic rings, the five components are linked together to ensure these participants grow in the game. With the new 10 and Under Tennis rules adopted in 2012, we will experience a new level of play and success for our junior players.

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While we all agree that this new national initiative will impact the future of the American game, we continue to see success on the court in our section. One Missouri Valley junior caught the attention of the country as he competed and won the US Open Mixed Doubles Championship.

Jack Sock and partner Melanie Oudin captured not only the top prize, but the appreciation of a country who longs for American success at the Grand Slams. Jack, now 19, is competing and experiencing some success on the USTA Professional Circuit, winning the first tournament of 2012, the Plantation Futures in Florida.

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Thorpe isn’t the only Olympic athlete to have come from our five states. Nick Taylor, of Wichita, has won gold medals in Quad Doubles tennis in both the 2004 Athens and 2008 Beijing Paralympics. In 2011, Nick had another successful year, winning quad doubles with partner David Wagner in the USTA US Open Wheelchair Championships in St. Louis.

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The cornerstone programs in the USTA continue to experience growth and success in the USTA Missouri Valley.

In 2011 USTA League participation was at an all-time high of 17,593 participants.

Participation in these programs, and a membership promotion to give a free USTA membership to all new 10 and Under members in 2011 and 2012, are responsible for our highest membership numbers ever, currently 24,047. It’s up to each and every one of us to continue to engage the juniors, as well as tournament and USTA League players, in the game so we see higher membership retention and participation numbers.

The USTA Missouri Valley greatly benefits from the commitment of manpower – volunteers and staff alike. A new board of directors will be elected and volunteer committees will be appointed this year to begin serving in 2013. This could be your call to serve. On page 3 of the Yearbook you will see quotes from many of volunteers who share their thoughts on why “I Serve.”

Each year we take the opportunity to recognize volunteers and players who serve the game at our annual Awards Luncheon and Hall of Fame Induction. In December, 2011, 32 section award winners received well-deserved honors. We also welcomed five new members into the USTA Missouri Valley Hall of Fame. You can see a list of the recipients on pages 8-10 in the Yearbook.

We’d be remiss to not recognize the staff members who daily support the USTA mission to grow the game. Did you know the average staff tenure is seven years? The 18 staff members are here to serve the game – let us know how we can be of assistance to you in your efforts to grow the game.

The people we’ve highlighted in the 2012 Yearbook are all members of a team. It’s that same team spirit the Olympians have had for generations that continues to make the USTA Missouri Valley successful. The Olympic motto that was embraced a hundred years ago still resonates in our five states:

“The most important thing is not to win but to take part.”

Scott Hanover President

Tennis. The Sport of Opportunity.

Mary Buschmann Executive Director

Volunteers are the "VIPs" on our team. They serve the USTA because of their love of tennis and a desire to give back to the game that has given so much to them. The reason a volunteer gives of his or her valuable time is as individual as how they came to the game.

Their commitment at every level of the game makes it possible for the USTA mission to be met - “To promote and develop the growth of tennis.”

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There are many different volunteer opportunities available - from a one day event like a tournament or community event to annual commitments on a committee or board.

Training and recognition are provided to support your efforts. Please consider how you can help grow tennis - the sport of a lifetime.

On this page you will meet many of our volunteers and learn why they are proud to say,

"I Serve!"

"I have always loved the sport and I just wanted to get involved and give back."

- Scott Hanover, Section President, 14-year volunteer

“I do this becau teacher sk se it fits my elem entary an ill set, m d middle eaning I li school k e kids and o rganizing - Janie Bre am used their acti myer, Mc to vities.”

Pherson Advantag e Junior T CTA, 17-y ennis Clu ear volun b teer

"My daughter loves tennis and was honored by Win for KC last year."

- Chantay Thomas, first-time event volunteer at Tennis in KC Day July 2011 "I serve because I live for moments I can remember and cherish for a lifetime."

- Sara Deere, Heart of America District and Section volunteer, 9-year volunteer

"I enjoy worki ng with childre n and find it rewardi ng to introduce tennis to students an d observe the benefits the sport prov ides to them."

- Erma Owens, Net Rushers Te nnis Association, 14 -year voluntee r

"I serve because I love playing tennis and want to share my love of tennis with my Native American people. I also enjoy working with the Native American tennis players to encourage them to keep playing and coming to the NAITA National Tournament each year."

- Margaret Knight, North American Indian Tennis Association, 15-year volunteer

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“Few times in one’s life, one is able to combine their love for a sport and make it a part of a families’ endeavor and provide a reliable occupation over many years for many people.”

- John Bregin, National Membership Committee member, US Open volunteer, section and district volunteer, 45-year volunteer

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For more information on becoming a USTA Missouri Valley volunteer: Contact Marissa Moment Brown at 913.322.4822 or contact your district volunteer chair.

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"Tennis is a sp ort that can en rich the lives of people of al l ages. It build s character, camaraderie, community in volvement, stronger bodies and keener m inds."

- Diana Christm an, Topeka Te nnis Association, 12 -year voluntee r

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"I serve because I love tennis, which has provided so many wonderful opportunities for my children and our family as a whole.”

- Barbara Fackel, BiState Community Tennis Association, USTA MV Section JCC Chair, Player Development Council Chair, 30-year volunteer

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Volunteers

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2012 Board of Directors

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USTA Missouri Valley Executive Committee (L-R): Kim Reser, Stuart Dusenberry, Shelley George, and Larry Haugness. Seated (L-R): Alex Lee, Scott Hanover and Susan True.

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President Scott Hanover 8500 N. Winfield Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153 ptcguy@yahoo.com 816.891.7251 home 816.784.5100 office

First Vice President Kim Reser 1923 N. Weller Springfield, MO 65803 kreser@springfieldmo.gov 417.864.1328 day

Vice President Stuart Dusenberry 9 Ridge Road Atlantic, IA 50022 sddins62@yahoo.com 712.243.4806 day 712.243.6958 night

Vice President Larry Haugness 2331 E. Pythian Springfield, MO 65802 lhaugness@springfieldmo.gov 417.837.5826 day

Secretary Susan True 5111 NW 85th Street Kansas City, MO 64154 sstrue@att.net 816.741.3641

Treasurer Alex Lee 10305 E. Peppertree Ct. Wichita, KS 67226 AlexL17@aol.com 316.523.4972 day 316.630.0550 night

Immediate Past President Shelley George ihawk10s@aol.com 315.443.2850 day 315.403.1484 night

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Past USTA Missouri Valley Presidents

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Shelley George Richard M. Perry Kevin Nebergall Verne Weber Pam Sloan Dave Riley Barbara Fackel Jodie Adams Mervyn Webster Richard F. Haitbrink Steve Gerdes Joy Rodenberg Leigh Strassner

Iowa City, Iowa Enid, Oklahoma Cedar Rapids, Iowa Omaha, Nebraska Kansas City, Missouri Tulsa, Oklahoma Rock Island, Illinois Springfield, Missouri Wichita, Kansas Overland Park, Kansas Omaha, Nebraska Lincoln, Nebraska St. Louis, Missouri

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Don Gardner Carl A. Simonie Francis Baxter Wilmer Rompf Marvin P. Richmond John L. Brown Jack E. Buss S.E. Freund O.B. Martin T.H. "Curly" Vaughn Herbert Thomas Jr. Dr. Keedy Campbell

Wichita, Kansas Kansas City, Missouri.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Des Moines, Iowa Kansas City, Missouri Omaha, Nebraska Des Moines, Iowa St. Louis, Missouri Oklahoma, City, Oklahoma Winfield, Kansas Little Rock, Arkansas Kansas City, Missouri

District Presidents Heart of America Bruce Baldwin bruce@homesolvers.com

In what district do I live?

Nebraska District - All of Nebraska, as well as Pottawattamie County in Iowa.

Iowa District - All of Iowa (except Pottawattamie County), as well as Rock Island County in Illinois.

Iowa Mark Jackson rohardware@iowatelecom.net Kansas Rick Thompson rkthompson@martinpringle.com Missouri Marianella Padron marianellapadron@hotmail.com

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St. Louis District - 10 Missouri counties (Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, Perry, St. Charles, St. Francois, St. Genevieve, St. Louis, Warren and Washington; parts of illinois within a 30-mile radius of St. Louis City Hall.

Kansas District - All of Kansas except those counties in the Heart of America district.

St. Louis Gwen Moore gwen898@sbcglobal.net

Oklahoma District - All of Oklahoma.

Heart of America District - Seven Kansas counties (Atchison, Doniphan, Douglas, Jefferson, Johnson, Leavenworth and Wyandotte); and 10 Missouri counties (Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Cass, Clay, Holt, Jackson, Nodaway, Platte and Ray).

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Nebraska Troy Saulsbury troysulz@frontiernet.net Oklahoma Lisa Minihan lisa.m.minihan@gmail.com

Missouri District - All of Missouri, except those counties in either the Heart of America or St. Louis districts.

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Standing Committees Adult Competition Committee Chris Carey chris@careytennis.com Staff Liaison: Lori Therrien

Nominating Committee Shelley George ihawk10s@aol.com Staff Liaison: Mary Buschmann

Officials Committee Verne Weber vaweber10s@aol.com Staff Liaison: Mary Buschmann Personnel Committee Shelley George ihawk10s@aol.com Staff Liaison: Mary Buschmann

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Adult League Committee Terry Jackson tcj857@sbcglobal.net Staff Liaison: Lori Therrien

Junior Competition & High Performance Committee Barbara Fackel bjftrain@aol.com Staff Liaison: Renae Friedrichsen

Grievance Committee Bruce Vosburg bvosburg@fitzlaw.com Staff Liaison: Mary Buschmann

Ad Hoc Committees

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District Presidents & Committee Chairs

Task Forces Tennis Industry Task Force Steve Timperley stimperley@tencaptennis.com Staff Liaison: Mary Buschmann

Collegiate Committee Austin Harris isuace70@gmail.com Staff Liaison: Nick Hays

Diversity and Inclusion Committee Brian Sullivan mwceagle@gmail.com Staff Liaison: Fred Johnson

10 and Under Tennis Task Force Amanda Smith asmith@springfieldmo.gov Staff Liaison: Laura Puryear

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Hall of Fame Francis Baxter Francisbaxter@cox.net Staff Liaison: Eli Gieryna

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Awards Committee Kristy Rich kristy@rollacity.org Staff Liaison: Manon Eilts

Community Tennis Committee Ryan Kalis kalisr@parkhill.k12.mo.us Staff Liaison: Marissa Moment Brown missourivalley.usta.com

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USTA Missouri Valley Staff

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USTA Missouri Valley Staff: (front row L-R): Eli Gieryna, Nick Hays, Scott Howes, Connie Robertson, Fred Johnson, Sue Riemann, John Terpkosh, Selene Werkowitch; (back row): Carolyn Clemons, Mary Buschmann, Manon Eilts, Marissa Moment Brown, Renae Friedrichsen, Laura Puryear, Kara Heim, Lori Therrien and Jodi Gordon. Not pictured: Emily Steinwart.

Marissa Moment Brown Community Tennis Director 913.322.4822 brown@movalley.usta.com

Eli Gieryna Digital Media Coordinator 913.322.4827 gieryna@movalley.usta.com

Fred Johnson Diversity Manager 913.322.4828 johnson@movalley.usta.com

Mary Buschmann Executive Director 913.322.4824 mbuschmann@movalley.usta.com

Jodi Gordon TSR - Heart of America 913.322.4833 gordon@movalley.usta.com

Laura Puryear TSR - Oklahoma 913.322.4839 puryear@movalley.usta.com

Carolyn Clemons Administrative Assistant 913.322.4845 clemons@movalley.usta.com

Nick Hays Youth Pathway Manager 913.322.4854 hays@movalley.usta.com

Sue Riemann TSR - St. Louis 913.322.4836 riemann@movalley.usta.com

Manon Eilts Marketing & Communications Director 913.322.4826 eilts@movalley.usta.com

Kara Heim TSR - Nebraska 913.322.4840 heim@movalley.usta.com

Connie Robertson TSR - Kansas 785.887.6730 crobertson@movalley.usta.com

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Renae Friedrichsen Program Manager Junior Competition 913.322.4832 friedrichsen@movalley.usta.com

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Scott Howes TSR - Missouri 913.322.4821 howes@movalley.usta.com

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Emily Steinwart Public Relations & Graphic Design Coordinator 913.322.4838 steinwart@movalley.usta.com John Terpkosh TSR - Iowa 913.322.4835 jterpkosh@movalley.usta.com Lori Therrien Program Manager - Adult Competition 913.322.4829 therrien@movalley.usta.com Selene Werkowitch Finance Director 913.322.4823 werkowitch@movalley.usta.com

USTA Missouri Valley 6400 West 95th Street Suite 102 Overland Park, KS 66212 913.322.4800 888.368.8612 toll-free information@movalley.usta.com

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ore than 200 people attended the USTA Missouri Valley Annual Conference from December 2-4 at the Sheraton Hotel in Overland Park, Kansas. The conference theme, “Tennis: Teaming with Opportunity“ encapsulated the weekend as the speakers and workshops demonstrated the many opportunities that are available to grow the game in the coming years.

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Saturday’s agenda also featured Gary Avischious, a noted author and one of the country’s top authorities on coaching education, training and certification. Avischious pointed out many common mistakes that adults make while working with children, emphasizing that selfmotivated athletes are the best athletes and letting your child make mistakes is one of the best things you can do for them.

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Craig Jones, the Also honored Saturday were more than 20 Missouri USTA Director of Valley award winners and 10 junior sportsmanship Youth Play and winners. The full list can also be found on the USTA Competition, Missouri Valley website. presented a 10 and Under Tennis clinic The conference concluded on Sunday with a Meeting Friday afternoon of the Association, as well as open and closed board to help attendees meetings. To open the meeting, Carol Welder, Director understand how At Large of the National USTA Board of Directors, to make 10 and gave a presentation comparing the USTA of today Under Tennis work versus the 1970’s to show the progress we have made for them with case over the years. It was a wonderful reflection of how far studies and best Volunteers gathered during the Annual Conference for a USTA League coordinators’ training to learn about new rules and best practices for 2012. the USTA has come and a great charge to go into 2012 practices. Beyond with that same mindset. the clinic on Friday, Jones put his words into action by hosting a USTA Play Day on The 2012 USTA Missouri Valley Annual Conference will be held Saturday night, held at Midtown Athletic Club, which highlighted November 30 - December 2, also at the Sheraton Hotel in Overland various games and drills that can be used to host a successful USTA Park, Kansas.

Play Day.

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The USTA Missouri Valley honored its 2011 Hall of Fame class during a luncheon on Saturday. Inducted this year were Rex Coad (Wichita, Kansas), James “Buddy” Fields (Wichita, Kansas), Janet Thomas Griffith (Tulsa, Oklahoma), Jane Pratt (St. Louis, Missouri) and Kim Steinmetz (St. Louis, Missouri). The five new members of the Missouri Valley Hall of Fame bring the total number of members to 104. Visit the USTA Missouri Valley website to read more about each of our Hall of Fame inductees.

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2011 USTA Missouri Valley Annual Conference

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In addition to the informational sessions, the conference held committee meetings for each of the major USTA programs, including community tennis, collegiate tennis, adult competition, diversity and many more. Friday also featured a full day of training for USTA League coordinators.

Above: Three of the five new inductees into the USTA Missouri Valley Hall of Fame, (from left) Kim Steinmetz, Rex Coad and Janet Thomas Griffith.

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Above and at left: Midtown Athletic Club hosted a 10 and Under Tennis Play Day on Saturday night, demonstrating how to conduct a successful event for young players. missourivalley.usta.com

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USTA Missouri Valley Section Hall of Fame Criteria

In order to be eligible to be inducted into the USTA Missouri Valley Hall of Fame, a nominee must meet one of four criteria: A USTA Missouri Valley resident for five or more years or, be a player who has participated in numerous section and/or national championships and gained a ranking high enough to be considered an outstanding player or, made a substantial contribution to tennis (i.e. tournament directors, teaching pros, coaches and umpires) or, shown exemplary sportsmanship and character on and off the court.

Rex Coad Wichita, Kansas Coad grew up in the Wichita area, began his competitive career as a junior netter in the USTA Missouri Valley section and played collegiate tennis at Wichita State University.

Following his graduation from WSU, Coad became involved in the local tennis industry with the Wichita Racquet Club, where he would spend the next 20 years of his professional career. Concurrently, he became the men’s tennis coach for the Shockers. From 1985-1997, he volunteered in many Kansas District Tennis Association and USTA Missouri Valley positions and was chairperson of the Junior Competition Committee from 1995-1997. Following a 20-year association with the Wichita Racquet Club, Coad has been the tennis professional at the Wichita Country Club since 1998.

James "Buddy" Fields Wichita, Kansas Like many in the Wichita area, Fields was introduced to tennis early by Missouri Valley Hall of Famer Charles “Goose” Doughty, a fixture in the local tennis community.

Soon, Fields began to coach in the local parks, helping develop many players in the Wichita area through his tireless efforts. His family founded the BK Tennis Academy in Wichita and owned and operated the facility through 2009. Fields dominated the competition in his later years, ranking as high as No. 1 in the ATA as an adult, winning the ATA 45s singles national title three times and the 55s national title once. Fields also found success in USTA national tournaments. In 2007, he reached a national ranking of No. 9 in the 60s singles division and No. 1 within the Missouri Valley section.

Jane Pratt St. Louis, Missouri Jane Pratt was involved in the game of tennis her entire life. She was a player, an organizer, a supporter and a fan since the first day she walked onto a court. Jane is remembered as a crafty, solid doubles player on the court.

Off the court, Jane’s contributions were immense. In 1965, she became president of the Municipal Tennis Association, serving for 43 years in that role. For more than 40 years, she was a fixture at Dwight Davis Tennis Center. She tirelessly campaigned to improve the facilities and her contributions have helped Dwight Davis Tennis Center become one of the best public tennis facilities in the nation. Jane is indelibly linked to St. Louis tennis. Her efforts to support tennis in countless ways in the area left a permanent positive impact on the sport. The game of tennis is better because of her.

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Janet Thomas Griffith Tulsa, Oklahoma For her 10th birthday, Janet Thomas Griffith’s father gave her a tennis racquet in hopes that she would like the sport as much as he did. Turns out, she did. Following her sophomore year of college, she moved to Norman, Okla., where she played on the first-ever OU women’s tennis team in 1975. After graduating college, Janet continued playing in adult tournaments throughout the nation and found success not just as a player, but as a coach as well.

From 1980-85, she led the Oral Roberts University women’s tennis team. Besides teaching private and group lessons to all ages, Janet directed local tennis tournaments, and coordinated team tennis groups, after-school programs and clinics. She also worked with the USTA’s NJTL program, giving lessons to underprivileged children.

Kim Steinmetz St. Louis, Missouri From the age of seven, Kim Steinmetz loved and embraced the game. She was the first woman to receive a full tennis scholarship at Southern Methodist University. She attended SMU for two years, followed by two years at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. During her collegiate career, Kim was a two-time All-American. After graduation, Kim joined the professional tennis circuit and was eventually ranked in the Top 100. Kim’s professional tennis career lasted 10 years and included 26 Grand Slam tournament appearances. She retired in 1990 and immediately began her second passion, teaching others about the game she loves. Kim, still doing what she loves, is currently the tennis director at the Missouri Athletic Club in St. Louis.

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USTA Missouri Valley Hall of Fame Inductees 2011 Rex Coad.........................Wichita, Kan. James “Buddy” Fields.......Wichita, Kan. Janet Thomas Griffith......... Tulsa, Okla.

Jane Pratt........................ St. Louis, Mo. Kim Steinmetz................ St. Louis, Mo.

2005 John Allen Been............ Houston, Texas Dr. Harry Clifton Burrus.Winter Haven, Fla. Jacque Croft...........Overland Park, Kan. Richard Mechem......Fredericksburg, Texas Frank A. Thompson Jr...... St. Louis, Mo.

2010 Charles "Goose" Doughty, Jr. ..... Wichita, Kan. Tommy English . . Oklahoma City, Okla.

Paul Lockwood ........... Norman, Okla.

James Wadley . .......... Stillwater, Okla.

2004 John Bregin.................... Merriam, Kan. Don Dippold.................. St. Louis, Mo. Don Gardner...................Wichita, Kan. Ken Lidie.......................Bellevue, Neb. Su Oertel................... Mason City, Iowa

2009 Nick Taylor .................... Wichita, Kan. Skip Walther . ............. Columbia, Mo. Sheldon Weiner . ........ Rock Island, Ill.

2003 Bill Brown.......... Arroyo Grande, Calif.

Cliff Buchholz..........Fort Collins, Colo.

Bob Green..............Atlantic Beach, Fla. Nancy Pearce-Jeffett.........Dallas, Texas Phil Landauer..................Hillard, Ohio

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2008 Gayle David Bradshaw......................... ....................... Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. Patricia Graham.......... Kansas City, Mo. Steve Prosser................... DeSoto, Kan. Leigh Strassner................ St. Louis, Mo.

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2007 Barbara Fackel..............Rock Island, Ill. Ken Flach........................ St Louis, Mo. Bob McKinley..... College Station, Texas 2006 Dave Freeborn................... Tulsa, Okla.

Jay Louderback...........South Bend, Ind. Terry Miller............Overland Park, Kan. Dave Riley......................... Tulsa, Okla.

Russell Warner.................. Tulsa, Okla.

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2002 Patsy Rippy-Bond............... Sandy, Utah William Davis.............Seminole, Okla.

Ralph Hart...................... St. Louis, Mo. Bill Rompf.......................Newport, R.I. Mary Norwood-Rompf....Newport, R.I. 2001 Junior Coen................ Kansas City, Mo. Dick Gilkey.................. Edmond, Okla.

Gene Land..........Oklahoma City, Okla.

Gerry Perry..................Springfield, Mo. Don McNeil.............. Chickasha, Okla.

2000 Marilyn Mueller.............. St. Louis, Mo. Louis Gerdes.................. Omaha, Neb. Ollie Gresham................... Tulsa, Okla.

Homer Robinson............... Tulsa, Okla.

Dr. Bryce Young........ Hilton Head, S.C. Judy Levering........................ Stowe, Vt. 1999 David Bryant......Oklahoma City, Okla.

Dr. George Milton..........Emporia, Kan. Cliff Price.......................... Tulsa, Okla.

J. Hal Surface Jr........... Kansas City, Mo. Dr. Steve Wilkinson...... St. Peter, Minn.

1998 W.E. Steve Broadie..........Wichita, Kan. Dr. Donald Klotz..........Iowa City, Iowa J.C. Louderback...... Arkansas City, Kan. Jim Reed........................ Winfield, Kan. S.L. Shofner.................... Prescott, Ariz.

1997 Lucien Barbour.............. Winfield, Kan. Frank Ward........................ Jenks, Okla.

Anna Guerrant.............Scottsdale, Ariz.

Dick Johnson....................Ballwin, Mo. Nora Prosser.................. Merriam, Kan. 1996 Harold "Buck" Balzer.........Buhler, Kan. Justina Bricka.................. St. Louis, Mo. Kate Cushing..................... Tulsa, Okla.

Ted Drewes.................... St. Louis, Mo. Phillip L. Edwards........... St. Louis, Mo. 1995 Jodie H. Adams...........Springfield, Mo. Carol Hanks Aucamp...... St. Louis, Mo. Mary Ann Eisel Beattie.... St. Louis, Mo. 1994 Wray Brown................... St. Louis, Mo. Earl "Butch" Buchholz Jr. . St. Louis, Mo. Beverly K. Buckley...Des Moines, Iowa

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Joy Rodenberg................ Lincoln, Neb. Mervyn Webster..............Wichita, Kan. 1993 C.J. Hixon.......................... Tulsa, Okla.

Wally Smith...............Ponca City, Okla.

Dave Snyder.....................Austin, Texas 1992 Jack Buss..................Des Moines, Iowa Lucile Davidson.... Independence, Mo. Ed Doane......................... Tustin, Calif.

1991 Clarence Dyer................ Durant, Okla.

The Ward Parker Family... St. Louis, Mo. Tom McSpadden....... Muskogee, Okla.

1990 Francis Baxter............... Edmond, Okla.

Earl H. Buchholz Sr.......... Sedalia, Mo. Charles D. Cunningham.... Tulsa, Okla.

Bill Price......................... St. Louis, Mo. Len Prosser.................... Merriam, Kan. 1989 Gerald Perry................Springfield, Mo. 1988 D. Keedy Campbell.... Kansas City, Mo. Harris M. Coggeshall..Des Moines, Iowa Marvin P. Richmond......Leawood, Kan. T.H. "Curly" Vaughan..... Winfield, Kan. 1986 Dwight F. Davis.............. St. Louis, Mo. Charles McKinley........... St. Louis, Mo.

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Community Service Excellence Bud Petit Lawrence, Kansas

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Facility of the Year Riverside Tennis Center Wichita, Kansas

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Junior Recreational Player of the Year Jacob Thompson Andover, Kansas

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Member Organization of the Year Oklahoma City Tennis Center Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Outstanding Adult/Senior Tournament USTA Nat’l Women’s 65, 75, 85 Indoor Championships Overland Park, Kansas Outstanding Contributor USTA League Tennis Program Kathy Anderl Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Outstanding Contributor Youth High Performance Program Eric Rand Olathe, Kansas

Outstanding High School Coach Mary Kessinger-Wassom Frankfort, Kansas

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Tennis Family of the Year The Mel Brown Family Topeka, Kansas

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Outstanding Contributor USTA Tennis Youth Programs Janie Bremyer McPherson, Kansas

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Adult Recreational Player of the Year Art Staden Chesterfield, Missouri

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If you have questions regarding the section awards, please contact the Awards Committee chair, Kristy Rich at kristy@rollacity.org or the staff liaison, Manon Eilts, at eilts@movalley.usta.com.

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The following awards were also presented, but are not pictured: Media Excellence - Mark Dewar, St. Joseph, Mo. Outstanding Community Tennis Association - Maureen Connolly Brinker Foundation of Kansas, Wichita, Kan. Outstanding Junior Tournament - Baird Iowa Open, Cedar Rapids, Iowa Outstanding Official - Dwayne Campbell, Enid, Okla.

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Adult Player of the Year - Nick Taylor, Wichita, Kan. Event of the Year - Oklahoma Energy Classic Kids Clinic, Oklahoma City Junior Player of the Year (Female) - Brooke Urzendowski, Omaha, Neb. Junior Player of the Year (Male) - Matt Hagan, Omaha, Neb.

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USTA League Tennis is one of the most successful recreational sports programs in the country. Players can make friends and compete not only in matches against players with similar abilities, but also as part of a team. USTA Leagues has more than 17,500 participants in the Missouri Valley and includes more than 625,000 players from all across the nation, making it the world’s largest recreational tennis league.

In addition to competing locally, you can vie for district, section and even national championships – just as long as your team keeps winning. Players range in age from 18 to 90 (and beyond), so there’s a team for you to play singles, doubles or mixed.

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USTA Flex Leagues packages all the thrills of organized league tennis into a flexible schedule so everyone, regardless of time constraints and ability, can play. With Flex Leagues, it’s your call. The Flex League format groups players of similar ability together in an organized seven to ten week league that allows participants to schedule matches on their own terms. Flex Leagues can be either singles or doubles, within NTRP ratings or by gender, ensuring fair and competitive matches. Go to ustaflex.com.

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There are many adult and senior tournaments offered at the district and section level. These tournaments are for players of all levels and players can enter to compete in either singles or doubles. These tournaments match players by skill level or age and they are a great way to maintain or improve your tennis skills playing against new competitors who are on your level. Find a list of adult and senior tournaments in your area on TennisLink.

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USTA Tennis on Campus program is a natural extension to a college or university’s physical education tennis classes, intramurals/extramurals program or recreational league. It’s the chance to begin, or continue another type of education while in college, your tennis education! USTA Tennis on Campus programs offer students and faculty the chance to compete in a friendly and competitive playing environment.

The playing format of USTA Tennis on Campus is designed to be flexible, so that it will work on any campus and incorporate players of all ability levels and teams of all sizes. Beginning players may elect to concentrate more on skill building and the social aspects of tennis, while more advanced players might opt to form a sport club team and compete against nearby schools. Visit tennisoncampus.com for a list of schools and details on how to start a team.

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Varsity collegiate tennis in the United States provides opportunities for thousands of players to continue their tennis careers while earning a college degree. There are three associations governing collegiate athletics: the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), and the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Each association sponsors a season-ending National Championship for its divisions. The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) serves as the governing body of collegiate tennis in the United States. The ITA administers a comprehensive calendar of tournaments and events and a far-reaching awards program. The goal of the ITA is to improve the level of intercollegiate tennis competition and the quality of college tennis coaching. Visit www.itatennis.com for more information on the ITA.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS 10 and Under Tennis follows the same logic as other youth sports like baseball or soccer, which use kid-sized courts and kid-sized equipment. With 10 and Under Tennis, balls bounce lower, don’t move as fast through the air and are easier to hit. Racquets are sized for small hands while courts are smaller and easier to cover. By using this format, the benefits are immediate and, within a short time, kids are rallying, playing, and excited to keep playing. That means kids will have more fun and less frustration. They’re playing real tennis and having real fun—and that’s what is most important. The new rules require that 10-andunder tournaments be played using slower-moving and lower-bouncing balls, on smaller courts and utilizing shorter, lighter racquets. The rule change follows the International Tennis Federation’s recent rule change and applies to all USTA-sanctioned events for children 10-and-under. Visit 10andUnderTennis.com for more information.

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Jr. Team Tennis offers girls and boys age 6 to 18 the opportunity to play on teams in local competitions that emphasize fun, fitness and friends. Leagues match players of similar age and ability using the Jr. National Tennis Rating Program (JNTRP). Teams play against each other in one of the following divisions based on age and skill level: • 8 & under: 10 and Under Tennis • 10 & under: 10 and Under Tennis • 12 & under: Intermediate, or Advanced • 14 & under: Intermediate, or Advanced • 18 & under: Intermediate, or Advanced A league consists of a minimum of two teams in the same division, with at least three boys and three girls on each team. Visit jrteamtennis.usta.com for more information.

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Junior Tournaments give youth the opportunity to advance their game by getting on the court, learning from the best and connecting with friends. Competing in junior tournaments will help take their game as far as they want to go – high school, college or the pros. Youth can compete in their town, district, section or nationally. Junior competition includes events for everyone- from first time competitors to top level tournaments for more experienced competitors. Participating in multiple formats gives you more chances to compete - round robin, multiple elimination and team events. Find more junior tournaments using the junior tournament listing on the USTA Missouri Valley homepage.

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USTA School Tennis is a program designed to introduce the sport to youth through PE classes and extracurricular activities. Children will learn the basics of tennis in PE class, then play games on teams in intramural or interscholastic after school programs. Funding is available to help initiate those leagues. The Missouri Valley will also provide free teacher workshops that demonstrate lessons from the USTA’s tennis curriculum which was developed for teachers with large numbers of students in schools without traditional tennis courts. Schools with USTA membership may access discounted equipment and grants.

Register your program on the new school registry at usta.com/schooltennis and receive the school tennis handbook and a USTA schools clipboard.

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The USTA National Junior Tennis & Learning (NJTL) is a nation-wide network of community tennis organizations seeking to develop the character of young people through tennis and education. The goal of NJTL is to reach out to those who may not otherwise have the opportunity to play the sport, instilling in youngsters the values of leadership and academic excellence and giving all kids (regardless of income, race, or gender) the opportunity to fully develop their tennis skills so they can derive a life time of enjoyment from the sport.

The NJTL is a great way for kids to get exercise, make friends, and have fun in a teamoriented and safe environment. NJTL offers a variety of on and off-court programming, emphasizing educational and life-skill components to enhance overall development. This curriculum is offered at little or no cost to the participant.

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USTA Pro Circuits provide players with the opportunity to gain the professional ranking points needed to compete on the major pro tours. It is now the largest developmental tennis circuit in the world, consisting of more than 90 tournaments and more than $3 million in prize money. There are two types of men’s events on the USTA Pro Circuit: Futures and Challengers. Futures are professional tournaments offering $10,000 to $15,000 in prize money and are typically the proving ground for top-ranked juniors, college players and pros at the beginning of their careers. Challengers offer $25,000 to $50,000 in prize money. These tournaments serve as a bridge between the Futures and the ATP tour and enable players to earn more points per round than they do in Futures events. Women’s events on the USTA Pro Circuit consist of $10,000, $25,000, $50,000 and $75,000 tournaments. The $10,000 tournaments are entry-level events and give young players the opportunity to earn their first ranking points. The competition and ranking points increase at the $25,000 tournaments. Visit procircuit.usta.com for more information on Pro Circuit Tournaments.

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For over 10 years, National Parks and Recreation Association(NPRA) has partnered with the United States Tennis Association (USTA) to bring parks and recreation agencies, Tennis in the Parks (TIP). TIP is a strategic initiative designed to help you improve and expand opportunities in communities nationwide, for the public to learn and play the lifelong game of tennis. Tennis In the Parks (TIP) and all associated program resources are FREE to eligible agencies that are committed to growing and improving tennis programs and infrastructure in the community. missourivalley.usta.com

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Wheelchair Tennis is one of the fastest growing and most challenging of all wheelchair sports. To meet this demand, USTA offers programs geared towards the wheelchair player. Rules are the same as stand-up tennis, except the wheelchair player is allowed two bounces of the ball. USTA Wheelchair Tennis provides persons with disabilities the opportunity to share in activities with their peers, whether able-bodied or disabled.

Playing USTA Wheelchair Tennis adds to socialization and the normalization of life after sustaining a disabling injury. Proficient wheelchair users can play and actively compete against stand-up players. Learning mobility on the court is exciting and challenging, and helps build strength and cardiovascular ability.

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Adaptive Tennis recognizes four main categories of disabilities: 1) Developmentally disabled (learning disabilities, autism, Down Syndrome, intellectual disabilities) 2) Physically disabled (birth defects, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, muscular dystrophy, hearing impaired, stroke, etc.) 3) Consumers of mental health services (psychiatrically disabled, emotionally disturbed) 4) At risk/environmentally disabled (substance abusers, mentally and physically abused, homeless, HIV positive individuals, persons within the juvenile justice system, etc.) For each of these groups, USTA Missouri Valley Adaptive Tennis provides grant money, equipment and resources for specifically-tailored programs that provide fun, fitness and a positive social experience for participants. Regional clinics and instructional programs are held throughout the country.

The enjoyment, physical well-being and contact shared by participants has proven to be a positive source of self-esteem, helping open doors to a more positive lifestyle. USTA Adaptive Tennis program works to provide opportunities to all populations to enjoy and realize the benefits of tennis and its life changing opportunities.

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World TeamTennis always offers fans plenty of thrills, but it is extra exciting in the USTA Missouri Valley, home to two WTT franchises -- the Kansas City Explorers and Springfield Lasers. For three weeks in July, professional tennis players make their way through the section, bringing some of the finest tennis around. The USTA is a minority owner and promotional partner of World TeamTennis. WTT and the USTA are teaming up on a number of initiatives, including development of 10 and Under Tennis. For more information, visit wtt.com.

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OTHER PROGRAMS Community Tennis Associations (CTA’s) can be defined as any incorporated, geographically defined, not-for-profit, volunteer-based tennis organization that supports or provides programs which promote and develop the growth of tennis.

As an association, the group works to coordinate and maintain tennis programs and services; guaranteeing that they are open and accessible to all. Fueled by local volunteers, they exist to promote and develop the game of tennis in the community. For more information, visit www.usta.com/cta.

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The USTA Missouri Valley hosts hundreds of tournaments a year and none of them would be possible without the use of officials. If you are interested in becoming an official, there is an on-going program for the recruitment and training of new officials that offers an opportunity for tennis enthusiasts to become involved in a variety of officiating roles. These roles range from overseeing local junior/senior tournaments and collegiate events, to officiating on-court at the US Open.

For more information, visit www.missourivalley.usta.com/officials/officials.

There are numerous volunteer opportunities within the USTA. Volunteers may serve on committees, assist at tournaments and events, staff USTA booths, help with mailings, maintain websites, and assist in many more ways. Every district has different needs and different volunteer opportunities. Whatever your interests or talents, there is definitely a volunteer opportunity for you. For more information, visit www.missourivalley.usta.com/get_involved/volunteer.

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USTA MISSOURI VALLEY RESOURCES The USTA offers two unique types of on-court trainings: Recreational Coach Workshops and Recreational QuickStart Tennis Workshops. Whichever workshop you choose, our staff will ensure an exceptional experience that only the USTA can provide. Find out what training is right for you and when one will be hosted close to you. www.missourivalley.usta.com/grants_and_resources/oncourt_trainings/

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The USTA and the USTA Missouri Valley offer a variety of grants to help grow the game of tennis in many ways.

Check out all the available grants and requirements for the Missouri Valley section. www.missourivalley.usta.com/grants_and_resources/grants_and_scholarships/ Increase awareness of your USTA programming and bring more people into the game with customizable marketing materials available online. These tips and templates are designed to make marketing your programming easy and effective. Check out all the available templates and designs. www.missourivalley.usta.com/grants_and_resources/marketing_materials/

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Order USTA Program Resources to help develop and implement your local tennis program. www.tennisawards.com/content/156.htm

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

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Embracing diversity and encouraging multicultural outreach efforts is essential to achieving the USTA Missouri Valley section’s mission to grow the sport of tennis. We are committed to fostering a tennis environment that is more inclusive and inviting to all people. In working to expand the image of tennis, the USTA Missouri Valley section is focused on broadening and increasing diversity participation in the sport and serving as a model for all organizations that aspire to successful growth and an inclusive environment.

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It’s Your Summer. It’s Your Game.

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The Junior Competition Committee (JCC) is made up of one volunteer from each district and other appointed members. The JCC sets the policy and procedures for the USTA Missouri Valley Junior section events and serves as the tournament committee for the USTA Missouri Valley Sweet 16 during Segment II. These are the volunteers who comprise the JCC for the USTA Missouri Valley: Chair Barbara Fackel bjftrain@aol.com 309.786.1159

Kansas Simon Norman simon@genesishealthclub.com 316.634.6111

Oklahoma Eric Wedemeyer ewedemeyer1@cox.net 405.627.0792

Heart of America Tracy Cooper tennismom@kc.rr.com 913.963.6867

Missouri Kyle Wartick kwartick@springfieldmo.gov 417.837.5800

St. Louis Troy Bray rocktennis@aol.com 816.522.8919

Iowa Phil Williams phil-iatennis@hotmail.com 319.636.6589

Nebraska Brian Clark bclark@abbottsports.com 402.464.1682

Parent Advisory Committee

Regional Training Centers

The role of the USTA Missouri Valley Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is to act as a liaison between parents of players and the Missouri Valley. The committee will meet regularly with the USTA Missouri Valley staff to provide feedback and express concerns/suggestions that they receive from other parents within the Missouri Valley. The committee will not be involved in any decision making that pertains to the Missouri Valley Junior Circuit. The committee's role is strictly to provide feedback in hopes of improving the overall process for junior players competing on the junior circuit.

USTA Missouri Valley has three USTA Certified Regional Training Centers (RTCs) that will enhance the training and development of junior players in the USTA Missouri Valley. In addition to continuing their already existing programs, the USTA Certified RTCs will also host USTA Player Development camps for players, ages 8-12, in their respective regions. These players will be selected in conjunction with the USTA National coaching staff and their respective USTA Section Coaching Commission. The Centers will also help identify talent in players as young as 6-years-old, run 10 and Under programs and host 10 and Under tournaments for players 8-and-under and 10-and-under.

Please feel free to contact your district representative by email below: Heart of America Brian Kelly bjkelly@kc.rr.com

Missouri Paul Nahon johnpaulnahon@aol.com

Iowa Stu Cochrane stu.cochrane@johnsonlawia.com

Nebraska Mark Warren mtwarren@cox.net

Kansas Syd Dippel sdippel@smokyvalley.org

Oklahoma Stacey Lilley mlilley@aol.com

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St. Louis Lisa Stuhlmann saharajo4@aol.com

Kansas City United Tennis Academy at the Plaza Tennis Center Kansas City, Missouri Overland Park Racquet Club Overland Park, Kansas The Tucker Tennis Academy at the Grand Health & Racquet Club Tulsa, Oklahoma

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The Program Manager Junior Competition implements the USTA Missouri Valley Section Competition System, which includes coordinating junior circuit events and development of programs for all age groups.

Renae Friedrichsen friedrichsen@movalley.usta.com 913.322.4832

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The Community Tennis Director supervises the competition department of the USTA Missouri Valley.

Marissa Moment Brown brown@movalley.usta.com 913.322.4822

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2011 Junior Sportsmanship Winners (Back Row L-R): Jeff "Buddy" Wren, Rohit Chouhan, Will Welte, Jordan Henry, (Front Row L-R) Garrett Lewis, Christopher Dean, Brianna Liu. Not pictured: Kat Rosenberger, Michelle Han, Briana Menolascino.

Past USTA Missouri Valley Sportsmanship Award Winners

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1990 - Megan Russell, Christie Sim, Siri Eklund, Leanne Mos, Josh Barber, Jack Oxler, Tom Derouin, Scott Athey 1989 - Heather Mowery, Janet Rausa, Joan Heckman, Kara Brady, Adam Coldsnow, Paul Kloberdanz, Steve Griesener 1988 - Naomi Zeff, Brandi Swan, Blair Strassner*, Leslie Sue Jones, Eric Enloe, Bryan Smith, Erik West, Patrick Huewe 1987 - Shana Levitt, Ann Backhaus, Lynn Clark, Tracey Ruder, Jonathan Klampe, Mel Brown Jr., David Leslie, Joe Fackel 1986 - Kimberly Webster, Carolyn Strassner, Kristy Jessen, Stacey Stotts, Jonathan Poor, Derek Wooten, David Roberts, Andrew Dailey 1985 - Jennifer Lauck, Lydia Chiu, Barbara Knudten, Ann Christine Johnston, Joe Gonzales*, Scott Wolf, Doug Flach, Mark Fentriss 1980 - David Goodman, Sally Sulentic 1979 - Darrell Smith, Patsy Lukas 1978 - Jim Connor, Micki Schillig 1977 - Walt Mitchell, Sue Clark 1976 - David Mantor, Diana Myers 1975 - Champ Cudahy, Karen Bunag 1974 - Roger Knapp, Sue Briggs 1973 - Clark Phipps, Melanie Mann

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2001 - Megan Matter, Stephanie Johns, Christine Derouin, Kristina Stastny, Andrew Mellen, Logan Buck, Will Gray, Chris Gerdes 2000 - Pat Callaghan, Cameron Hubbs, Rob Simpson, Peter McCorkle, Nicole Ruiz, Amanda Pratzel, Kevin Otto, Megan Wedepohl 1999 - Lindsay McConnell, Kyle Tosie, Eric Hines, Chelsea Orr, Naren Clark, Laura Gravino, Angie Goodrich, George Hinkle 1998 - Kari Sloboth, Lauren Jensen, Branden Joost, Ryan Rowe, Kimiko Glynn, Ryan Friend, Annie Menees, Scott Brown, Amanda Cervantes, Josh Kopmeyer 1997 - Danielle Patton, Katie McGaffigan, Lindsay Marvel, Katarina Statsny, Ian Fillmore, Lee Dustin Gregg, Stuart Waters, Jarin Skube 1996 - Corey Steven, Kari Stark, Tara McGuire, Tina Harrison, Chris Schultz, Kevin Otto, Jon Navarro, Kelsey Moran 1995 - Laura McGaffigan, Tiffany Streeter, Shereee Schwartz, Lyndy Gegen, Matt Davis, Dylan Bird, Justin Menolascino, Matt White 1994 - Sheryl Posch, Melissa Iqbal, Brooke Nelson, Amy Michael, Andrew Murray, Brandon Hall, Omar Ahmed, Adeel Qalbani 1993 - Jenny McGaffigan, Jennifer Vaughn, Jill Stouffer, Molly Racette, Josh Kopmeyer, Marc McCallister, Dusty Beard, Richie Slivocka 1992 - Gigi Greenwood, Kendra Leese, Aimee Hites, Kalie Buehler, Greg Collins, Adam Jackson, Eddie Ernest, Brian Kelly 1991 - Emmy Cilek, Kate Cilek, Laura Baxter, Aimee Haas, Ashley Miskell, Billy Bemis, Blake Thompson, Danny Timblin, Todd Montgomery

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2010 - Jason Nayar, Anna Rada, Tyler Raclin, Jacqueline Engelbrecht, Jack Desse, Sarah Stuhlmann, Alex Jones, Breana Feemster, Greg Marifian, Audrey Coventry 2009 - Samantha Mannix, Eliza Fike, Adrienne Jensen, Sammi Hornbarger, Claire Dreyer, David Streller, Kevin Cahoy, Bailey Merkel, Robert Tung, Naveen Nath, Danny Delao 2008 - Sydney Harlow, Alena Frye, Adrienne Jensen, Ashley Tiefel, Lindsay Weideman, Caleb Shudak, Adam Dellos, Jackson O'Gorman-Bean, Connor Mulhall, Charlie Caris 2007 - Teresa Kaiser, Lauren Tondl, Kathryn Dillingham, Brooke Urzendowski, Claire Dreyer, Laura Richardson, Peter West, Joey Dulle, Robert Tung, Travis Neilson, Nate Kirk 2006 - Alli Hodges, Andrea Kinnerk, Katie Thome, Merritt Whitley, Casey Miller, David Liu, Anthony Delcore, Travis Neilson, Charlie Caris, Patrick Collins 2005 - Adrienne Jensen, Alecia Kauss, Tiana Bark, Chloe Jones, Rebecca Parks, Vinh Pham, Connor Mulhall, Paul Nahon, Abraham Souza, Milo Johnson 2004 - Mimi Fotopoulos, Christine McGaffigan, Jackie Lincoln, Leigh McCoy, Jackson Withrow, Will Humphreys, Malcolm Harrison, Blake Strode 2003 - Samantha Chao, Chloe Jones, Kali Krisik, Stephanie Smith, Michael Swank, Rod Bastani, Brett Waite, Chad Faulk 2002 - Gillian Hush, Kirby Bridges, Kara Hickey, Emily Wang, Chris Banerjee, Rod Bastani, Blake Strode, Stephen McGaughey

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2011 Junior Rankings (Top 50) - Boys Boys 10 1 Landon Hover 2 Pierce Rollins 3 Nathan Han 4 Graydon Lair 5 Murphy Cassone 6 Preston Brown 7 Zachary Weber 8 Justin Good 9 Timothy Ellis 10 Gabriel Diaz 11 Noah Winton 12 Dominic Lyle Roman 13 Finn Wartick 14 Garret Lewis 15 Wes Robertson 16 Matthan Tharakan 17 Matthew Zengel 18 John Wenzel 19 Kavin Anand 20 Luka Butera 21 Asa McIntyre Borup 22 Alex Booker 23 Nicholas Mailes 24 Samuel Shin 25 Daniel Wilkins Haley 26 Samad Arif 27 Jed Habib 28 Brooks Friedman 29 Zachary Scott Luhmann 30 Jai Vallurupalli 31 James Calvin Faris 32 Alex Han 33 Brett Arthur Seaton 34 Conner Wood 35 Matthew Fan 36 Ryan Jasper 37 Michael Wagman Haley 38 Nick Jackson 39 Will Cooper 40 Nico Feldman 41 William Wang 42 John Campbell Scott 43 Kyle Hook 44 Grant William Bowman 45 Ethan Bogner 46 Hayden Fischer 47 Will Pellegrini 48 Bek Wartick 49 Adam Jasper 50 Seth Adam Lipe

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Boys 12 1 Carson Haskins 2 Thomas Wilson Kennedy 3 Bradley Frye 4 Trey Huelskamp 5 Alexander Brown Christopher 6 Rhett Rollins Dean 7 Yaswanth Mylavarapu 8 Brett Thomas Slezak 9 William Gleason 10 Pierce Rollins 11 Jiung Jung 12 Ben Remis 13 Mason Meier 14 P J Panesar 15 Darryl Roman 16 Jacob Weber 17 Ritik Sundaram

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Mens Open Singles Ryan Ashner Dexter MacBride Joshua Andrew Smith Javier Gomez Kolt Randal Byerly David Haldimann Matthew Farnham Jeffrey Modean Mario Moises Cal Matthew Sombito Dennis Mailes Jonathan Hill Joshua Douglass Fabian Oechsle Abdullah Alfaraj Matthew Smith Justin Scott Wilkerson

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Mens 4.5 Singles Brian Sasser Phillip Becker Veselin Nenkov Todd Blackwell David Linebarger Adam Borders Dustin Wiens Terry Jackson Cooper Payne Joshua Douglass Norman Mechlin Brian Scott Richman John Kent Ulrey C. Raymond Lake Scott Martin Ryan Yarlagadda Kenneth Tharp Phillip Allen Shaw James Berry Kenneth James Krehbiel

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Mens 4.0 Singles Brent Douglas Hall Jeff Harding Danny Williams Andrew Arthur Wagner John Dudley Marshall Scott Vester Matthew Farnham Dennis Morris R. Scott Hanover Seymour Tiger Drew Burkhart Gary Kuzmich Nathan Robinson Bond Marrs Benjamin Schraeder Brian Schumann Marlin Carlson Matthew Smith Nathaniel Lumpkin Terry Delp

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Mens 3.5 Singles Harrison Hill Brian Michael Sullivan Michael Sullivan Kenn Tindall Bill Holmes John Greving Derek Holland Kenneth Dowell Keith Pettersen Adam Gerard Fuchs Robert Madison John Stolte Joseph VanBeckum Barry Burkhart James Shanklin Tom Finholm

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Mens 55 Singles Russell Crane Lonnie Clemon David Northey Andy Falls Robert Bailey Peter Selove Dr. James Lewis William Richards Lynn Barr Roger Bailey Jay Moorman

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Womens 4.0 Singles Romy Marlena Rotolo Machelle Wright Megan KiAnn Lister Nancy Spielbusch Janelle Hanson Traci Atzenweiler Jacqui Jensen Michelle Cullen Dianne Ryan Lori Therrien

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Husband & Wife Combo 120 Glen Spielbusch/ Nancy Spielbusch Karen Crook/ John Crook Bonnie Tharp/ Kenneth Tharp Robert Zrubek/ Patricia Zrubek John Malarky/ Carol Malarky Denise May Conner/ Lloyd Lee Conner Beverly Cain/ John Cain

Mens Wheelchair C Singles 1 Edward Joseph Hund 2 Brett Roufs 3 John Tutorino Mens Wheelchair A Doubles 1 Christopher Parnell/Darryl Rahn 2 Larry Salyer/Anthony Meadows’ Mens Wheelchair B Doubles 1 Nhat Dinh/Eric Kingery

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The Jr. Team Tennis 14s Advanced Team from Edmond, Okla. The team members shared their thoughts about going to Nationals and why they love tennis.

32 HONORING A LEGACY The 2012 Jim Thorpe games will celebrate the legacy of its namesake, Olympic medalist Jim Thorpe. The games will take place in Oklahoma City June 10-17.

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Anthony Perkins. Perkins is quite familiar with the 10 and Under Tennis movement here in the United States. As a child, Perkins grew up learning tennis in a similar system in the United Kingdom – known there as Short Tennis – and is now working to help young kids stateside develop their games.

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Seven teens from Kickingbird Tennis Club in Edmond, Oklahoma had a tennis experience in 2011 that they’ll always remember. The 14s Advanced Division team competed in the 2011 USTA Jr. Team Tennis National Championships in Surprise, Arizona. The team, coached by Javier Easton, shared their thoughts about going to Nationals and why they love the game with CrossCourt before they left for Surprise last October.

Story by Manon Eilts

At right: Members of the Jr. Team Tennis 14s Advanced Team Beau Lanier, Joel Tinker, Caleb Belden, Miller Zeiders, Kinsey Fields, Rylee Tucker, Jaci Smith

When did you first start playing tennis?

Jaci: I have gone to tennis camps and played in my front yard since I was six, but I started competing in tournaments when I was 11.

How did you first get started playing tennis?

Rylee: I started playing tennis because my friend was going to play and I wanted to play with her. I started out doing beginner drills and loved it, so I kept on playing.

Do you play any other sports?

Kinsey: Basketball and barrel horse racing.

Jaci: I run cross country and track and I also play basketball.

What is your favorite subject in school?

Beau: My favorite subject in school is EVERY subject!

Kinsey: Art. What are your goals in tennis?

Caleb: To continue advancing in the Missouri Valley, to make it to Nationals in 14 singles in 2012 and to get a college scholarship.

Who is your favorite tennis player, and why?

Miller: Roger Federer because he has a one-handed backhand like me.

Beau: Pete Sampras because he is a legend and I try to develop my game similar to his.

Joel: Andy Murray because he never gives up and I love his style of play and work ethic.

Are you excited to play at Jr. Team Tennis National Championships?

Beau: Yes, extremely excited. I think it will be an experience I will never forget.

Caleb: Yes, I am very excited because I have never played in a national tournament.

What are you most looking forward to at the Jr. Team Tennis National Championships?

Caleb: I am looking forward to playing some great competitors and doing well for my team.

Rylee: I’m looking forward to playing great competition and having fun.

What’s the best part about playing tennis?

Miller: That it’s physical but I also have to use my head. And it’s just fun!

Kinsey: The fun and the competition.

It’s a Saturday afternoon, what are you most likely to be doing?

Joel: Playing tennis or hanging out with friends.

Jaci: If I’m not playing a tennis tournament, I would be outside running or swimming or hitting tennis balls against my garage door.

Describe your tennis style.

Jaci: I guess I’m a counter puncher. I get everything back deep with spin and wait for a good opportunity to put the ball away.

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Honoring a Legacy: Jim Thorpe Games Will Celebrate the 100-Year Anniversary of Athlete's Olympic Triumph

By Eli Gieryna

Few athletes have impacted sports history like Jim Thorpe. Born in Oklahoma, his versatility was unmatched as he won multiple Olympic medals and also played professional baseball, football and basketball.

Thorpe’s legacy will be honored from June 10-17 in Oklahoma City, which will play host to the Jim Thorpe Native American Games. The event will coincide with the 100th anniversary of Thorpe’s performance at the 1912 Olympic Games in Stockholm, Sweden.

The Games will feature athletic competitions in 11 traditional sports – including tennis – as well as exhibitions in other games, such as stickball, blowgun and hatchet-throwing. More than 3,000 Native American athletes representing Indian nations, bands and tribes from across the United States are expected to participate.

The tennis tournament will offer a range of divisions, including men’s and women’s open singles and doubles, in addition to mixed doubles. It will also have age brackets for juniors and adults alike.

Players will travel from around the country to play in the event.

“I am so happy that tennis is one of the sports chosen to be part of the Jim Thorpe Games,” said Margaret Knight, tennis tournament director. “I’m hoping that tennis is a sport that Native people can become interested in and that it will become a sport for the entire family.”

Above and lower left: Athletes compete at the previous NAITA games. The Jim Thorpe games will take the place of the NAITA games this year.

This year, however, the tennis tournament will be a part of a larger focus – honoring Thorpe’s historic contributions to the sporting world. And in that spirit, the Games will aim to build those positive aspects in its competitors, especially younger ones.

“The Native American communities know the importance and value of supporting healthy lifestyle choices for their youth. Some of the many benefits of the Games will include promoting leadership development, increasing cultural awareness and most importantly, motivating young people to achieve great things,” said Annetta Abbott, Executive Director of the Jim Thorpe Games.

“Our young people are not only the leaders of the future; they are the leaders of today.”

Proceeds from the Games will benefit the Jim Thorpe Bright Path Youth Programs that include Jim Thorpe All-Star Games, Children’s Challenge, Artfest and the statewide Red Ribbon Week. In addition, a portion of the proceeds will benefit the “Awakening the Spirit” Native American Diabetes Awareness and Prevention program of the American Diabetes Association.

For more information, visit the Jim Thorpe Games website: www.jimthorpegames.com.

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The Jim Thorpe Games will feature elite athletes from around the United States, and the tennis event will be no different. One of the names to watch will also be one of the youngest competitors in the field: 15-year-old Austin Williams, who lives in Wichita, Kansas, and trains in Kansas City, Missouri.

Williams is of Cherokee heritage and will participate in the Games for the first time.

The Jim Thorpe Games tennis tournament will take the place of the North American Indian Tennis Association (NAITA) Championships, which are held annually each Memorial Day weekend. The event has frequently been held in the Missouri Valley section and will return to it in 2013, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

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“I’m excited,” Williams told the Indian Country Today Media Network. “I’ve never played in it before. I think it will be fun to see some of the other Native American games along with my sport.”

The high school sophomore has made an impact in the USTA Missouri Valley junior circuit, ranking as high as No. 6 in the Boys 16s division of the Missouri Valley section. He also ranks in the top 250 nationally in that same division.

Williams maintains aspirations of playing tennis in college and is currently interested in such high-profile schools as Michigan, Pepperdine, Florida, Texas and Tennessee.

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As the Director of Junior Tennis at Midtown Athletic Club in Overland Park, Kansas, Perkins is implementing programs that fully embrace 10 and Under Tennis. He spoke with the USTA Missouri Valley about his approach and how learning tennis in a modified format made him a better player.

CrossCourt: Tell us a little bit about your tennis background and how you got involved in the game.

Anthony Perkins: I started playing tennis around age four in the United Kingdom because my whole family plays. I started out playing a few tournaments at under-10 and then, by under-12s, I was part of the Junior National Team. At age 16, I moved to a Tennis Center of Excellence in London to train full-time and go to school. When I graduated high school I traveled all over the world, playing lower satellites and playing professional club tennis in Germany. I wasn’t doing so well on the tour, so I decided to come to the United States and took a scholarship at Drake University in Iowa. I played for four years at Drake and then took over as the coach there for a season before working as the Junior Director at Aspen Athletic Club for about five years. In 2009, I decided to move to Kansas City and took the role of Director of Junior Tennis at Midtown Athletic Club in Overland Park, Kansas.

You grew up in England and learned to play tennis with a method similar to 10 and Under Tennis here in the U.S. How did that shape your development as a player?

Back in the late 1980s it was called “Short Tennis,” and my mother actually used to teach classes in a church hall, so I went along and played with them. We had state and national championships with it on a 42-foot court using a foam ball. I went to the national championships and was lucky 34

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enough to be selected to do a demonstration at Wimbledon in 1988 with the red ball. [Learning this way] helped for a couple of reasons. First, I could play games, which meant it was more fun so I kept going back. More importantly, it helped me become a better tactical player since I was able to work more on playing out points as opposed to technique.

How did you get involved in teaching tennis?

When I was playing at Drake, the men’s coach there had us help out with lessons and camps, and when he left I took over for him. I chose to go into teaching as opposed to collegiate coaching after coaching 16s Zonals. I found that you get to make more of a difference with kids when you start them young as opposed to coaching 20-year-olds in college.

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Why do you think that using a modified play format like 10 and Under Tennis is important for the development of young players?

Because it’s fun! It allows us to play more with the kids and it allows the kids an environment in which they can learn for themselves, as opposed to us simply telling them what to do.

It’s like a science experiment; you never really know what’s going to happen. It allows for us teaching professionals to really get involved with each student individually. And it makes players so much more tactically aware as they find out what their strengths and weaknesses are by playing.

We see kids come in and play tennis on their first day. That never happened before.

What types of events and tournaments do you host at your club for 10 and Under Tennis players, and what has the response been from the players and parents?

We run an in-house Grand Slam circuit (US Open, Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon) for each level – red, orange, green – which has proven very popular with the kids and parents. Also, we recently had a parent-child orange court tournament where parents had to use 25-inch racquets and play on the smaller court with their kids. At Midtown, we have permanent lines on all of our courts, which allows us to go back and forth easily. We hosted two sanctioned 10 and Under Tennis tournaments last year, and will host a 10 and Under Tennis individual championship for the Missouri Valley in June, along

with a Tennis Play Day in March. We also did a “QuickStart Tennis, pizza and a movie” night for the kids a couple of months ago.

What advice would you have for other teaching pros who may be hesitant to use 10 and Under Tennis and break from the more traditional methods of instructions?

First of all, just put lines down on all your courts. That way you don’t have any excuses. And second, don’t interfere with the players as much as you think you should; allow them to find out things for themselves.

They are much more likely to retain information if they think that they figured it out for themselves. Create a positive, fun learning environment and don’t be afraid to be a kid yourself. And finally, use the same equipment that the kids are supposed to use because they will be more likely to use the correct equipment if we show that we can use it, too.

What do you like to do when you’re not playing tennis?

I watch a lot of soccer from England, hang out with my wife, Emily, and my dog, Oliver.

- Compiled By Eli Gieryna

Join the celebration!

Host or attend a youth tennis event and be a part of the USTA's largest youth tennis recruitment effort!

Join the celebration! Host a turnkey Youth Registration event this March and be a part of the USTA's largest youth tennis recruitment effort - and grow your business. Sign up kids for Spring and Summer tennis programs and show parents how the game has been sized right for kids.

Play Days are events designed to introduce kids to competition in a lowpressure setting where results are not documented. These events provide kids with the opportunity to continue to develop and enhance their skills.

From beginners to more experienced players, a Play Day is a welcoming way for kids to experience the social and competitive aspects of tennis.

A Kids’ Tennis Club is a great way for kids to be introduced to tennis in a safe, open-play setting at local schools, parks, youth centers and tennis facilities. These clubs offer kids the opportunity to have fun, gain confidence and meet new friends, while enhancing their social and physical development.

To learn more or to register an event, visit 10andundertennis.com missourivalley.usta.com

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Homestead Country Club to Host US Open National Playoffs Homestead Country Club in Prairie Village, Kansas will host the US Open National Playoffs Missouri Valley Sectional Qualifying Tournament, June 28-July 1. The event will again include both men’s and women’s singles and mixed doubles.

The champions from each sectional qualifying tournament will advance to the US Open National Playoffs – Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles and Mixed Doubles Championship. The men’s and women’s singles champions of the national championships earn a wild card into the US Open Qualifying Tournament, held the week prior to the US Open. The US Open National Playoffs mixed doubles champions receive a main draw wild card into the 2012 US Open.

Registration opens on March 15 at www.usta.com/tennislink. The tournament ID is 400020412. The entry fee is $100 for singles and $120 for each mixed doubles team ($60 per player). All players competing must have a current USTA membership valid through August 27, 2012. Participants can be of any playing level, from aspiring novice to seasoned professional, giving everyone an equal opportunity to advance.

Sock Wins $10k Futures Title in Florida While much of the tennis world was focused Down Under in early January, Jack Sock was keeping his sights set not-so-far south at the $10,000 Plantation Open in Plantation, Florida.

In an effort to grind out some victories on the Futures circuit and build up his game at the start of his first full professional season, Sock stayed stateside in January rather than travel the Australian circuit. The effort paid off on Sunday, as he won his second professional singles title -- and his first since 2009 -- with a 6-1, 7-6(5) win over Aussie teenager Jason Kubler in the championship match.

The Missouri Valley teen breezed through the draw during the week, winning five matches without dropping a set. He upset third-seeded Benjamin Balleret 7-6(7), 7-5 in the quarterfinals before topping Matwe Middelkoop 6-3, 4-1(ret.) in the semifinals. That set up Sock for his title match against Kubler, another straight-set win.

Washington University in St. Louis took home the crown at the district’s Tennis on Campus Winter Invite, held at Creve Coeur Racquet Club in St. Louis on January 28.

Wash U topped Missouri in the final round by a 25-19 tally. The win follows Washington’s first-place finish at the USTA Missouri Valley Fall Invite in Kansas City in October. In total, eight teams competed at the event.

Missouri Valley Offering 10 and Under Incentive Program The USTA Missouri Valley is offering an incentive program for Organization Members and their 10 and Under Tennis programming for 2012. Incentive packages will be offered for hosting USTA Play Days, oneday 10 and Under Tennis tournaments and USTA Jr. Team Tennis.

Organizations can earn up to $900 in funding for hosting three of the listed events, as well as bonus funding for taking video, photos and using social media to promote the events. For full details and information about the incentive program, visit www.tinyurl.com/MVincentive.

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Check out the following youth events coming to a town near you!

O’Fallon Parks & Recreation Youth Registration Event March 15, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

2650 Tri Sports Circle O’Fallon, Missouri aanderson@ofallon.mo.us

Fremont Family YMCA Play Day March 18, 2-4 p.m.

Fremont, Nebraska ymcadmyers@yahoo.com McPherson Advantage Junior Tennis Club Youth Registration Event March 20, 7-8 p.m.

1509 Heritage Place McPherson, Kansas janiebremyer@yahoo.com Boonslick Heartland YMCA Youth Registration Event March 24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

757 Third Street Boonville, Missouri mhollrah@boonslickheartlandymca.org

Homestead Country Club Play Day March 24, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

6510 Mission Road Prairie Village, Kansas kctennispro@gmail.com

Boonslick Heartland YMCA Play Day March 24, 2-5 p.m.

757 Third Street Boonville, Missouri mhollrah@boonslickheartlandymca.org

Free Tennis Day Play Day March 25, 1-3 p.m.

10101 Bond Overland Park, Kansas laddadi1@aol.com

Marshall Junior Tennis Youth Registration March 25, 1-3 p.m.

805 South Miami Marshall, Missouri scarney@marshallschools.com

Free Tennis in Overland Park Play Day March 25, 1:30-3 p.m.

9516 Farley Circle Overland Park, Kansas laddadi1@aol.com

Cooper Tennis Complex Play Day March 25, 2-4 p.m.

2331 E. Pythian Springfield, Missouri lhaugness@springfieldmo.gov

Guthrie Junior Tennis - Kids Free Day Youth Registration Event March 25, 3-5 p.m.

3736 East Seward Road Guthrie, Oklahoma eric.moore@qg.com

Grover Park Tennis Courts Play Day March 29, 6-8 p.m.

428 Mill Street Warrensburg, Missouri matt.clawson@warrensburg-mo.com

Jefferson City Parks and Recreation Play Day March 31, 9-11 a.m.

1200 Missouri Boulevard Jefferson City, Missouri dunville@embarqmail.com

Wood Valley Racquet Club Play Day March 31, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

2909 SW 37th Street Topeka, Kansas ozcat@cox.net

Guthrie Junior Tennis Camp Youth Registration Event March 31, 2-3:30 p.m.

3736 East Seward Road Guthrie, Oklahoma eric.moore@qg.com

Midtown Athletic Club Play Day March 31, 4-8 p.m.

6700 West 110th Street Overland Park, Kansas anthony.perkins@midtown.com

Don't forget - you can host or attend a Tennis Play Day year-round!

Visit 10andUnderTennis.com for more information.

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It was another exciting year for the USTA Missouri Valley and these photos show just why tennis truly is the sport of opportunity.

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Timeline of the USTA Missouri Valley Nick Taylor wins quad doubles title at the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing

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The USTA implements new rules governing competition for 10-and-Under tennis tournaments

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Jack Sock wins U.S. Open Junior Boys title and USTA Boys 18 National Championship in Kalamazoo

Kansas City Explorers win World TeamTennis Championship title in Kansas City Independence, Kansas is selected as a top three finalist in the USTA’s search for America’s “Best Tennis Town.”

Springfield, Missouri is awarded honorable mention

USTA US Open Wheelchair Championships move to St. Louis

Nick Taylor wins quad doubles title at the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing

Cameron Hubbs (Omaha, Nebraska) caps a perfect 167-0 high school career, featured in Sports Illustrated Ames, Iowa hosts Special Olympics USA Games

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Louderback Family of Arkansas City, Kansas receives Ralph W. Wescott USTA Family of the Year Award Fed Cup held in Springfield, Missouri Cooper Tennis Complex: USA 5, Israel 0

Davis Cup held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Myriad Center: USA 5, Slovak Republic 0

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Springfield Lasers capture first annual USTA Missouri Valley World TeamTennis “Show-Me” Cup

A total of 350 tournaments are held in USTA Missouri Valley section

USTA Missouri Valley implements new website with information regarding tournaments, news, schedules, rankings and more

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Nick Taylor competes in 2011 World Team Cup in Pretoria, South Africa

Jack Sock wins U.S. Open Mixed Doubles Championship with Melanie Oudin

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Kansas City Explorers franchise added to World TeamTennis

St. Louis Aces win World TeamTennis Championship Title USTA Missouri Valley holds first Community Development Workshop

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Timeline of the USTA Missouri Valley

Davis Cup held in Kansas City, Missouri - Kemper Arena: USA 3, Germany 2

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USTA Missouri Valley section office moves from Des Moines, Iowa to Kansas City, Missouri John McEnroe defeats Mats Wilander in the longest match in Davis Cup history (6 hours, 22 minutes) in St. Louis, Missouri at the Checker Dome: USA 3, Sweden 2

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Arthur Ashe of St. Louis, Missouri wins the MV Junior Championship in Omaha

A total of 52 tournaments held in the section

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Total number of USTA Missouri Valley Registrations: 1,191 USTA Missouri Valley leads all sections in increased memberships from previous year (over 100%)

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A total of 84 tournaments held in the section

USTA Missouri Valley membership reaches above the 2,000 mark; club membership is at 100; 75 tournaments

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Greater Kansas City Tennis Association formed: Kansas City, MO

Dwight Davis of St. Louis, Missouri becomes president of the USLTA

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MVTA (Missouri Valley Tennis Association) founded and admitted as part of the USLTA

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Formation of the St. Louis Tennis Association Dwight Davis establishes first park tennis courts in St. Louis, Missouri Dwight Davis of St. Louis, Missouri wins National Intercollegiate Singles Championship A small group of tennis club members met at the Fifth Avenue Hotel in New York City to form the world’s first national governing body for tennis: the United States National Lawn Tennis Association (later to be known as the USTA). missourivalley.usta.com

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Tennis Service Representative

Officers President Bruce Baldwin 816.809.3300 bruce@homesolvers.com

Vice President - Adults Richard Kohn 816.820.0136 rinaner007@gmail.com

Vice President - Juniors Tracy Cooper 913.963.6867 tennismom@kc.rr.com

Board of Directors

JUNIOR CAMPS

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George Harris 816.309.3552 georgeh275@aol.com Terry Miller 913.341.8209 ttm10s@aol.com

JUNIORS

Frank Norfleet 816.746.5515 fnorfl1@hallmark.com

Treasurer Susan Nealy 913.438.7547 heaven2earth@att.net

Carolina Mayorga-Perry 816.550.0475 carolinamayorga_58@hotmail.com

Secretary Julie Walker 816.236.5756 Julie.walker@ commercebank.com

Jodi Gordon 3503 Emerald Lane St. Joseph, MO 64506 913.322.4833 gordon@movalley.usta.com

Committee Chairs Adult League Coordinator Terry Miller 913.341.8209 ttm10s@aol.com

Daytime League Coordinator Peggy Parrish 913.322.1276 mrsparrish@everestkc.com

Adult Tournament Directors Brad Bicknell 816.505.9144 brad.bicknell@ingenix.com

District Outreach George Harris 816.309.3552 georgeh275@aol.com

Hollis Worthen 913.541.9632 hworthen@everestkc.net

Greg Mott 913.897.9251 greg.mott@dhpace.com

ADULT LEAGUES

Executive Director Helen Elliott 913.522.7933 helliott@kc.rr.com

Asst. TennisLink Coordinator Pat Sibenaller 816.822.1276 pat.usta@gmail.com

Grants TBA

Jr. Team Tennis Coordinator Tracy Cooper tennismom@kc.rr.com

Super Seniors Coordinators Kathy Loepp 816.420.0421 klo@kc.rr.com

Marketing/PR Ryan Kimbrell 816.452.3501 rkimbrell@uscentral.org

Diversity

Daniel Wellington 203.676.8443 wellingtondwj@aol. com Flex League Coordinator Scott Hanover 816.891.7251 ptcguy@yahoo.com

Awards Kathy Loepp Kathy Loepp See Super Seniors 816.420.0421 Budget

klo@kc.rr.com See Treasurer

Patty Vidrine Community 913.432.0880 Development pattyvidrine@kc.rr.com Richard Kohn

Senior League Coordinator Frank Gagnon 913.649.7066 fgagnonlos@hotmail.com

Hall of Fame Scott Hanover Contact info under Flex League Coordinator

Grievance Bob Bates bates-robert@sbcglobal.net

Barbara Meigs 913.681.3887 bgmeigs@yahoo.com

Membership Margo Cabillonar 816.587.0984 mcabillonar@kc.rr.com

Tennis in the Schools Sara Deere 816.377.3204 smd22001@yahoo.com

Mixed Doubles Coordinator Patty Morton pattymort@yahoo.com

Volunteer Coordinator Peggy Parrish See Daytime League Coordinator

Officials Jeanne Chavez 816.233.6592 jmcz123@yahoo.com

Webmaster Richard Dedor tennis@richarddedor.com

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Boys 12 - Novice Collin Klumb Reser Hall Daniel Siemers Carson Kelly Gates Blake Andrew Savidge Nathan James Schmidt Jimmy Jian Nicholas Pallotto

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Bradley Mittleman Maxwell Goeke William Grier Grant Raedle Matthew Berkley Owen Mulcahy Aaron Swarz Reed Michael Williams Henry Jianqiang Rielley Logan Fox Rafae Pasha Chase Klosener Isaac Howes

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Boys 14 - Novice Christopher Holcomb Sinjin G. Nair Paul Jarrel Freeman Avery Don Nick Hurt Frank Gianni Paris Jackson Hubble Min Woo Moon Weston Reid Funk Collin Monsees Brett White Tanner Levi Ferrell Jonathan Grant Thomas Domenico DiMare

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Reik Rees Cormac Chester Benjamin Abbas Louis Reinmiller Matt Richard Schuetz Tyler Elmendorf

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Boys 16 - Novice Brent Henderson Grant Cooper Johnson Jacob Earl Reinmiller Aaron Cunningham Marcus John Elsey Yaswanth Mylavarapu Kip William Unruh

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Sven Gustaf Nielsen Nicholas DeHaan Kit Bradley John Ronie Chazhoor Michael Wang Cole Mowrer John Prabst Burdette Patrick Michaelis Blake Mason Jacob Moore Jack Lowry William Stouffer Collin Bertram Tripp Andrew Artzer

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2011 Award Winners Family of the Year Neilson Family Overland Park, Kansas

Adult Recreational Players of the Year Joe & Allison Carenza Blue Springs, Missouri Stephanie Waterman Junior Sportsmanship Award Sara Kelly Overland Park, Kansas

Community Service Bud Pettit Lawrence, Kansas

Will Welte Kansas City, Missouri

Outstanding Adult Tournament National Women’s 65, 75, 85 Indoor Overland Park, Kansas

Shawna Foreschl Adult Sportsmanship Harrison Hill Mission Hills, Kansas

Volunteer of the Year Pat Sibenaller Kansas City, Missouri

Recreational Player of the Year Danny Moran Kansas City, Missouri

Adult Player of the Year Helena Malinakova Lawrence, Kansas

Outstanding Official Cynthia Palmer Independence, Missouri

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Lucy Anne Kendall Kelen Caskey Megan Janice Demo Natalie DeHaan Jacqueline Kincaid Susan Sari Haenisch Tristen Caskey Peyton Hassenflu Lauren Olivia Fries Alexandra Grace Dodd Reagan Marie Sherron

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Girls 14 - Novice Mary Catherine Rielley Colleen Rose Freeman Camryn Parnell Janie Louise King Abigail E. Hans Hannah Swanson Bredar Karen Yan Nida Ali Angela Nicole Garza Kristina Coppinger Lilian Claire Gibson Caitlin Dodd Emily Frigon Meghan King Lucy Anne Kendall Maggie Ann Brown Josette Ryan Nelson Katie Mrkvicka Joie Beth Freirich

Girls 16 - Novice 1 Megan Zimbelman 2 Tegan Louisa Jarchow 3 Lauren Allison 4 Mackinzie Conard 5 Madison J. McCulloch 6 Mary Catherine Rielley 7 Carely Marie Mitus

Media Excellence Mark Dewar St. Joseph, Missouri

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Camryn Parnell Alyson Moore Jessica Alexander Kaleigh Frigon Emily Don Megan Lee Bowlin Brittany Bowne Brooke Shinneman Morgan Zaslavsky Meghan King Amy Siemers Nathalia Katherine Barr Monica Singh

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Girls 18 - Novice Megan Zimbelman Lanae Wilke Jessica Alexander Alyssa Marie McDaniel Julia Reinhardt Jenna Renee McDaniel Lauren Allison Brianna Lynne MItus Hannah Lickteig

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Boy 12 - Grand Prix Bradley Mittleman Carson Kelly Gates Noah Ryan Crist Nam Quoc Pham Owen Thomas Mulcahy Jimmy Jian Blake Andrew Savidge Ashvath Gondesi Isaac Howes

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Member Organization of the Year Plaza Tennis Center Kansas City, Missouri Oustanding Contributor to High Performance Eric Rand Olathe, Kansas Hall of Fame Inductee Bob Bates Prairie Village, Kansas

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Tate Hassenflu Connor O’Brien Maxwell Goeke Colton Edward Hess Alexander Downing Chase Eric Mikkelson Garrett Kenney Luinstra Jacob Louiselle Jack Nels Mikkelson Conner Berens Cooper Dean Wilkinson

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Boys 14 - Grand Prix Bradley Frye Nam Quoc Pham Max Kurzban Yaswanth Mylavarapu Carson Kelly Gates Owen James Dixon Mitchell Carl Rhyner Owen Thomas Mulcahy Alexander Downing Marcus John Elsey Jimmy Jian

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Boys 16 - Grand Prix Franklin Zhong Joe O’Connor Taylor Robert Ficke Jack Richard Evans Jamie Foster McDonald Paul Province Nicolas Riveros Horst Alexander Kartsonis Anil Jashwant Patel Aaron Cunningham Charlie Andrew Schmidt Steven Lawson Young Liu Blake Thomas Barnard Thompson Duong Tong

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Tyler Brandon Hamedi James Lowe Austin Mitchell Crist Austin Douglas Bachar Fletcher M. Scott

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Boys 18 - Grand Prix Kevin Kochersperger Steven Wirtz Parker Turek Andrew Dykeman Mitchell Samuelson Zack Royle Matthew Scott Reynolds Keenan Smith Brooks Kendall Luke Michael Faulconer Max Aaron Katcher Matthew Rodgers Joe O’Connor Jack Santilli Chandler McCray Jack Malley Andrew Christofer Lam Alex Samuelson Mason Short Dominic Gerard Malnar

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Girls 12 - Novice Meg Rohr Katie Boyd Sarah Ann Lounsbury Karen Yan Margaret Hubble Gretchan Cooper

Male Junior Player of the Year John Goodwin Mission Hills, Kansas

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Girls 10 - Novice Callie Jo Flanagan Maggie Shea Fielder Katie Boyd Megan Janice Demo Andrea Nicole Wolff Alisa Prinyarux Lexie Boyd Tristen Caskey Kansas Dreps Bentley Brianna Walters

Facility of the Year Minor Park Kansas City, Missouri

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Outstanding Junior Tournament Plaza Outdoor Futures Kansas City, Missouri

JUNIORS

Boys 18 - Novice Graham Wehmeyer Mason Short Nicholas Alley Dane Anthony Gray Aaron Greenbaum Jeremy Thomas Muller Michael Serwatka Harrison Campbell Cecil Keyes Stephen Leimbach Robby Thomas Brock Hunter Baade Matt Halas Young Liu Tim James Reichmuth Josh Chioma Nwanguzo Michael Halford Grant Robert Defonso Regan Houchin John Ronie Chazhoor

Ian Cunliff Kansas City, Missouri

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Distinguished Service Greg Russell Overland Park, Kansas

Female Junior Player of the Year Sara Kelly Overland Park, Kansas

Outstanding Contributor USTA League Tennis Nancy Manion Lenexa, Kansas

Outstanding High School Coaches Archie Michael Liberty, Missouri

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Outstanding Contributor USTA Tennis Youth Programs Tracy Cooper Prairie Village, Kansas

Event of the Year World TeamTennis Final Kansas City, Missouri

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Girls 16 - Grand Prix 1 Madeleine Tadros 2 Vilune Sestokaite 3 Erica Chang 4 Ariel Mittleman 5 Katie Morgan Fries 6 Michaela Ann Henne 7 Gretchen Ohlhausen 8 Haley Marie Egan 9 Stephanie Marie Wilcox 10 Grace Virginia Schaffer 11 Samantha Aleman 12 Mollie Jane Magee 13 Lindsay Haight 14 Lauren O’Brien 15 Meredith Shackelford 16 Margo Brooke Gerke 17 Jessica Alexander 18 Logan Morrissey 19 Brooke Barnard 20 Alexis Grace Czapinski 1 2 3 3 5 6 6 6 6 6 11 12 13 14 14 14 17 18 19 19 19 19

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Mens Open Singles Martin Bedecarratz Ryan Ashner Grant Gordon Nick Baker J Eduardo Riveros Bobby Miller Arin Enge Travis Neilson Nick McFee Ryan Cope Louie Stuerke Todd Chapple

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Mens 4.0 Singles Andrew Arthur Wagner Scott Vester R. Scott Hanover Scott Kirsch Gary Kuzmich Witold Rzepnicki Dennis Cruise Ed Otero Nate Morris Benjamin Schraeder Brian Miller Rick Urban Calvin Morris Jeff Kren Darrell Stevenson Brian Schumann Chadwick Brandon Epps Gerald Mupingo Brent Weinstein Bond Marrs

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Mens 3.5 Singles Harrison Hill Michael Sullivan Brian Michael Sullivan John Greving Keith Pettersen Christopher Ramsey Oswaldo Sanchez Kenneth Dowell Romelito Cochangco Luis Saiz Blake Thorne Zachary Tyler Schelp Steven Sturis Robert Madison John Stolte

Mens 3.0 Singles Zachary Tyler Schelp William Edwards Vlado Gjorgjioski Mens 35 Singles 1 Chris Carey 2 Grant Gordon 3 Joshua Douglass

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Womens 3.0 Singles 1 Lindsey Wainscott 2 Serena Marie Howard

Womens 4.5 Doubles 1 Jennifer Korf/ Deborah Roith 2 Nicole Spachman/ Deanna Meredith

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Officers

DISTRICTS

ADULTS

ADULT LEAGUES

JUNIORS

JUNIOR CAMPS

COMMUNITY TENNIS

President Mark Jackson 1604 Forest Avenue Red Oak, IA 51556 712.623.3853 rohardware@iowatelecom.net

Executive Secretary Mark Blume 2400 N Dodge St. Iowa City, IA 52245 319.400.8857 markblume@mchsi.com

Past President Stu Dusenberry 9 Ridge Road Atlantic, IA 50022 712.243.6958 sddins62@yahoo.com

Vice President/Secretary Ann Carder 1604 Forest Avenue Red Oak, IA 51566 712.623.3853 acarder@creighton.edu

First Vice President Phil Williams 1100 Sioux Dr NW Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 319.361.8482 Phil-iatennis@hotmail.com

Vice President Cindy Rasche

808 14th Place Camanche, IA 52730 563.259.8669 clrasche@yahoo.com

Treasurer Kelly Drake 813 Timber Court Coralville, IA 52241 319.354.6295 kdrake.tennis@gmail.com

Adult Competition Mark Blume Contact info under Exec.

Sec. Collegiate Brenton Kuchera 3301 Cobblestone Cir. Apt. 2 Waterloo, IA 50701 319.296.5933 bkuchera@cvcatholic.org Grievance Cindy Rasche Contact info under VP Junior Competition Phil Williams Contact info under 1st VP Nominating/Personnel Stu Dusenberry Contact info. under Past President Diversity Bonnie Beechum 808 Harrison St Davenport, IA 52803 563.322.7363 work bbeechum1@aol.com

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John Terpkosh 1775 Diehl Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50320 913.322.4835 jterpkosh@movalley.usta.com

2011 Award Winners

Committee Chairs 10 and Under Brian Dahlstrom 1522 47th Ave. Moline, IL 61265 309.762.2400 quadcitytennisclub@ mchsi.com

Tennis Service Representative

Community Development Barbara Fackel 1440 31st Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201 309.786.1159 work bjftrain@aol.com

Special Pops/Wheelchair Sue Nelson 3607 74th Street Moline, IL 61265 309.738.8774 cell sanelson611@mchsi.com

Hall of Fame Kevin Nebergall 1512 Whitters Way NW Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 319.398.5899 night nebergallkevin@ImOnMail.com

Adult League Coordinator Jan Koder 13275 Ashleaf Dr Clive, IA 50325 515.223.3074 home iowa-usta@hotmail.com

Recreation Carole Hoffman PO Box 107 Audubon, IA 50025 712.563.2243 hoffmancjb@yahoo.com

Adults/Mixed/Seniors Cathy Linn 4539 Amber Court Bettendorf, IA 52722 563.332.4847 clusta22@yahoo.com

Awards Carol Ward 2036 Riverfront Court Muscatine, IA 52761 563.607.0743 cell cwrd50@gmail.com

Web Manager Scott Drake 813 Timber Court Coralville, IA 52241 319.354.6295 scottdrake.ita@gmail.com

Marketing Kathy Anderl WTC, 3511 18th Ave SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 319.396.7060 work ganderl@mchsi.com

Umpires (Officials) Donna Farley

2279 Rice Ridge Lane NE North Liberty, IA 52317 319.626.6470 home farleys@inav.net

Community Service Excellence Carole Hoffman Audubon, Iowa

Membership Ann Carder Contact info under VP/Sec.

Donna Farley Outstanding Official Noah Young North Liberty, Iowa Junior Female Player of the Year Katie Hammond Cedar Rapids, Iowa Junior Male Player of the Year John Ellis Boone, Iowa Adult Player of the Year Kristine Diehl Coralville, Iowa Recreational Adult Player of the Year Sean Mizlo Orion, IL Recreational Junior Player of the Year McKenzie Krauel Audubon, Iowa Outstanding Contributor to Youth Programs Penny Bennett Mason City, Iowa Outstanding Community Tennis Association SportAbility of Iowa Solon, Iowa

Tennis. The Sport of Opportunity.

Outstanding High School Coach Joe Benedict Cedar Rapids, Iowa Facility of the Year Graham Park Tennis Complex Carroll, Iowa Member Organization North Dodge Athletic Club Iowa City, Iowa Outstanding Junior Tournament Baird Iowa Jr. Open Cedar Rapids, Iowa Outstanding Adult Tournament Michelob Light Adult Open Clive, Iowa Media Excellence Award WMT Radio Stations Cedar Rapids, Iowa Distinguished Service Ryan Roeth Ames, Iowa Event of the Year Adaptive Sports Iowa Summit Iowa Sports Foundation Ames, Iowa President's Award John De Lorbe Waterloo, Iowa Outstanding Contributor to USTA Leagues Kathy Anderl Cedar Rapids, Iowa

2011 Final Rankings (Top 20)

Girls 12 Singles Davi Rose Patterson Anna Rose Corell Emma Koch Hannah Sherman

1 2 3 4

Girls 18 Singles Jessica King Michelle Vanroekel Payton Kintz Ashley Victoria Hoff

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Boys 12 Doubles 1 John Wenzel 2 Nick Weyers 3 Cole Schneider 4 Jiung Jung 5 Shiv Puri 6 Justin Sehlin 7 Brad DiLeo 8 Rami Samir Hemaidan 9 Joseph Robert Hoff 10 Timothy Ellis 11 Ty Sherman 12 Neil Vijayram Sura Boys 14 Doubles 1 Ben Friedman 2 Jiung Jung 3 Austin Grossmann 4 Ty Sherman 5 Vineel Mallavarapu 6 Billy Goins 7 Trent Schneider 8 Jarrett Benson 9 Shaddy Khalafallah 10 Nicholas Fifield 11 Andrew Jaspers Boys 16 Doubles 1 Karl Wenzel 2 Jackson Guilford 3 Andrew Ellis 4 Trent Schneider 5 Kyle Paul D’Mello 6 Pranav Puri 7 Ryan Andrew Shomo 8 Jacob Jeffrey Donald 9 Billy Goins 10 Kenneth Goins 11 Joshua Shawn Swagler 12 Solaris R.G. Nite 13 Derrick Stabler

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Girls 10 Doubles Emma Koch Peri Elise Sagun Audrey Koch Caitlyn Hanulikova Chloe Ann Wilson Davi Rose Patterson Anna Kathryn Roeth Jamie Zhang

Girls 12 Doubles 1 Davi Rose Patterson Girls 14 Doubles 1 Chloe Jefferies 2 Lilly Hartman 3 Hannah Sherman 4 Kelly Mitchell King 5 Beckett Royce Finley 6 Eren Sagun 7 Anna Rose Corell 8 Brittani Kay Langland 9 Eve Diane Small 10 Jessica Pedersen 11 Susanna Gianola Girls 16 Doubles 1 Caroline Ott

1 2 3 4 5 6

Girls 18 Doubles Jessica King Jenna Heil Payton Kintz Ashley Victoria Hoff Chloe Jefferies Dena Khalafallah

DISTRICTS

1 2 3 4

Boys 10 Doubles Timothy Ellis Charlie Steven Corell Noah Azeem Burmeister Jack Drey Luke Harrison Campbell John David DeVito John Wenzel Samuel Shin Will Ecklund

Boys 18 Doubles 1 Mitchell Anderson 2 John Ellis 3 Bryson Cale 4 Austin Schoeck 5 Yusuf Chowdhry 6 Alexander Punj 7 Mitchell Schumacher 8 Bobbie Slavens 9 Adam Boldt 10 Karl Wenzel 11 Noah Schmall 12 William O’Brien Code 13 Wesley Steffen 14 Dillon Einck 15 Kenneth Goins 16 Sean Meikle Mullan 17 Matt Peterson 18 Trent Schneider 19 Blake Young 20 Dalton Hart

ADULTS

Boys 16 Singles Brady Richard Anderson Andrew Ellis Trent Schneider Karl Wenzel Ryan Andrew Shomo

Girls 16 Singles 1 Alexandra McCarthy Kerr 2 Mary Hill 3 Eve Diane Small 4 Michelle Vanroekel 5 S. Kathleen Hutchinson 6 Elizabeth Ott 7 Olivia Alexandra Ray 8 Meera Prasad 9 Caroline Ott 10 Taylor Nicole Thoen 11 Aubrey Grant 12 Sarah Wade Huber 13 Payton Kintz 14 Joiah Bandfield 15 Elizabeth Ann Nutty 16 Courtney Schneider 17 Rachel Faith Faircloth 18 Chloe Kittrell Stewart 19 Breanna Parker 20 Alyssa Taylor Ray

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

14 Jack Benson 15 Anthony Michael Kaiser 16 Matthew Larson Murry 17 Gilbert Phelps 18 Christopher Fifield

ADULT LEAGUES

1 2 3 4 5

Girls 10 Singles 1 Peri Elise Sagun 2 Lauren Couves 3 Audrey Koch 4 Emma Koch 5 Anna Roeth 6 Chloe Ann Wilson 7 Arunadee Fernando 8 Olivia Thoen 9 Caitlyn Hanulikova 10 Allyson Roeth 11 Greta James Stewart 12 Grace O’Donnell 13 Isabella Rose Fain 14 Lillian Becker 15 Kayla Grace Nutt 16 Julia Heil 17 Aaliya Iman Husain 18 Natalie Thoen 19 Sofia del Carmen Sackett

Girls 14 Singles 1 Chloe Jefferies 2 Susanna Gianola 3 Lilly Hartman 4 Brittani Kay Langland 5 Hannah Sherman 6 Cari Naanep 7 Molly Elaine McPherson 8 Elisabeth Cathern Parr 9 Beckett Royce Finley 10 Jessica Pedersen 11 Magdalena Caro 12 Eren Sagun 13 Ellena Wolff 14 Lauren Olivia Hoffart 15 Maria Catherine-Renee Wright 16 Madison McCann 17 Katherine Grace Helms 18 Abby Reis

5 Jenna Heil 6 Angie Allgood 7 Laura Birky 8 Chloe Jefferies 9 Lindsay Nicole Hall 10 Mary Hill 11 Katie Ann Todd 12 Madison Larson 13 Liz Rucker 14 Marissa Kate Buresh 15 Dena Khalafallah

JUNIORS

Boys 14 Singles 1 Alexander Brown 2 Ben Friedman 3 Brian Murman 4 Jiung Jung 5 Jarrett Benson 6 Sandeep Yeturu 7 Trent Schneider 8 Chandreshwara Morales 9 Nicholas Fifield 10 Shaddy Khalafallah 11 Jonathan Bowser 12 Mac Delsol 13 Austin Grossmann 14 Noah Hunter Ridgway 15 Vineel Mallavarapu 16 Andrew Ellis 17 Sam Jones 18 David James Conway 19 Parker McLain Muller 20 Robert Valencia-Cook

Boys 18 Singles 1 Yusuf Chowdhry 2 Riley Galbraith 3 Aaron Chalstrom 4 Chad Moklestad 5 Mitchell Anderson 6 Noah Schmall 7 Bryson Cale 8 Mitchell Schumacher 9 Alexander Punj 10 Bobbie Slavens 11 Thomas Kwanchanok Pitcher 12 Alexander Constant 13 Karl Wenzel 14 AJ Naanep 15 Wesley Steffen 16 Forrest Campbell 17 William Obrien Code 18 Adam Boldt 19 Matt Peterson 20 Peter Michael Rietgraf

5 Beth Murman 6 Abby Reis 7 Emma Heiderscheit 8 Mira Cler Hemaidan 9 Valentina Caro 10 Eren Sagun 11 Kelly Mitchell King 12 Anna Postnikov 13 Olivia Fain 14 Emma Rose 15 Bihotza James-Lejarcegui 16 Jamie Zhang 17 Peri Elise Sagun 18 Roshni Penmatcha 19 Lily Michele Schoeck 20 Margaret Moreland

JUNIOR CAMPS

Boys 12 Singles 1 Jiung Jung 2 Ty Sherman 3 Rami Samir Hemaidan 4 Cole Schneider 5 Nick Weyers 6 Shaddy Khalafallah 7 John Wenzel 8 Timothy Ellis 9 Sriram Sugumaran 10 Rami Andrew scheetz 11 Joseph Robert Hoff 12 Shiv Puri 13 Noah Azeem Burmeister 14 Peyton Parker 15 Justin Sehlin 16 Neil Vijayram Sura 17 Brad DiLeo 18 Samuel Shin 19 Cameron Luhring 20 Alex Meyer

6 Kenneth Goins 7 Adam Dellos 8 Yaakov Litvak 9 Pranav Puri 10 Jackson Guilford 11 David Dileo 12 Joshua Shawn Swagler 13 Rommy Khalafallah 14 Jack Sackett 15 Christopher Habermann 16 Justin Allen Rumley 17 Jacob Jeffrey Donald 18 Matthew Larson Murry 19 Kyle Paul D’mello 20 Bryce Brien

COMMUNITY TENNIS

Boys 10 Singles 1 Timothy Ellis 2 John David DeVito 3 Noah Azeem Burmeister 4 Luka Butera 5 Brooks Friedman 6 John Wenzel 7 Samuel Shin 8 Parker Sprague 9 Conor Weeks 10 Isak Werner Anderson 11 Luke Harrison Campbell 12 Jack Drey

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Mens Open Singles Matthew Tyler Steven Etheridge Mike Cranford Jonathon O’Leary Curtis Edward Newman Joshua Trueblood Eric Lee Randy Billingsley

Mens 4.5 Singles 1 Steven Harper 2 Josiah Paul Brandt

1 2 3 4

Mens 4.0 Singles Chris Koehn Benjamin Lehnen Brandon Willett Stephen Ludovico

Mens 3.5 Singles 1 Darren Bullard 2 Gary Gilbert Mens 3.0 Singles 1 Kent Michael Foulker Mens 35 Singles 1 Mike Cranford 2 Robert Armbrust Mens 45 Singles 1 Steven Harper 2 Randy Childers

1 2 3 4 5 6

Mens 55 Singles Warren Lock James Moran Alan Reed John Petit Mark Breheny Kevin Nebergall

17 Michael Madsen 18 Joe Lankelma 19 Scott Stegemann 19 Joshua Trueblood

1 2 3 4 5 5 5 5 9 9 9

Mens 4.0 Doubles Nicholaus Daniel Dave Gascho Ronald Bradfield Darren Bullard Abel Sanchez Randy Childers Steven Odegaard Paul Shanley Stephen Streff Kevin Lewis Burton Rob Edwards

1 1 1 1 5 6 6 6 6 6 6

Mens 3.5 Doubles Charles Notis Brian Wolf Nathan Koch Jeremy Feitelson Gary Wendt Ed Hill Sudhish Madhavan Yesu Thommandru Philip Jay Wasta Daniel Sandler Robert Lumsden

1 1 3 3 3 3 3 3

Mens 35 Doubles Carl Hartman Richard Allebach Ronald Bradfield Luke Less Jeff Bortscheller Ev Cochrane Eric Bligard Randy Childers

Mens 65 Singles 1 Thomas Bullinga 2 Ron Capps Mens Open Doubles 1 Steven Etheridge 2 Matthew Tyler 2 Steve Tyler 4 Aaron Forsberg 5 Mike Cranford 5 Brent Jeffrey Hargrave 5 Patrick Cote 8 Ryan Roeth 8 Luke Boyd 10 Curtis Edward Newman 11 Takeshi Kubota 12 Dalibor Pavic 12 Austin Wiser 12 Tim Wiser 12 Chris Lueth 12 Sean McCabe

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Mens 45 Doubles Mark Breheny Carl Hartman Todd Johnson Joe Blaine Slavens

1 1 3 4 5 6

Mens 55 Doubles Mike Thies Mark Parker Mark Breheny Richard Tubbs Warren Lock Tim White

7 Wesley Brackey 8 James Miller 8 Richard Leake 8 Roy Dawson 8 Daniel Ekstrom 12 Kevin Nebergall 13 Ronald Bradfield 14 Joseph Vinzant 14 John Petit 14 John Langer

1 2 3 3 5 5

Mens 65 Doubles Robert F. Mitchell Paul Dupont Tom Wickham David Tammel Jerry Schubick Robert Connor

Womens Open Singles 1 Lindsy Blair Womens 4.0 Singles 1 Jennifer Ortega 2 Kristen Johansen Womens 3.5 Singles 1 Kim Bradfield Womens 3.0 Singles 1 Penny Cutler-Bermudez 2 Tara Gartin

1 2 2 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Womens Open Doubles Taylor Gustafson Amina Abdullah Nikki Kuehl Sarah Kaley Van Vooren Teresa Barker Jalyn Deering Jennie Henry Kay Dileo Kristine Diehl Angela Beaver Chelsea Moore Ashley Victoria Hoff Alexandra McCarthy Kerr

1 2 2 4 5 5 5 5 9 9 9 9 9 9

Womens 4.0 Doubles Kristen Johansen Bethany Ann Koch Meghann Woods Libuse Brachova Jennifer Raber Sandra Hayes Ria Meyer Mary Schumacher Korri Clark Wilt Wendy Johnson Rebecca Johnson Connie VanRoekel Julie Bruntz Carole Kron

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Womens 3.5 Doubles 1 Laura Anderson 1 Christine Amelon 3 Linsay Burkart 4 Melanie Klemz-Smith 5 Amy Christine Chatham 5 Sara Beth Mitchell 7 Deretha Fantroy 7 Melinda Jean Boyd 9 Dawn Allen 10 Connie VanRoekel 10 Kammy Michele Prevo Womens 3.0 Doubles 1 Barbara Sedgley 2 Christine Halbrook

1 1 1 1 1 6 6

Womens 35 Doubles Maureen Bortscheller Terilyn Limondin Penny Gilloon M. Julie Westercamp Luann Gilman Abby Lasecki Christina West

1 2 2 2 2

Mixed Open Doubles Lindsy Blair Joey White Kristine Diehl Dalibor Pavic Marina McCollom

1 1 3 3

Mixed 9.0 Doubles Lindsy Blair Bryn Boswell Tim White Elisabeth Marks

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Mixed 8.0 Doubles Ronald Bradfield Jennifer Ortega Brandon Willett Korri Clark Wilt Dave Gascho Kristen Johansen Tim White

1 2 2 4 5 6

Mixed 7.0 Doubles Mary Neumann Kristen Kaye Trovas Todd Andrew Barker Ed Hill Gary Wendt Mary Linde

1 1 1 4 4 4 4

Mixed 35 Doubles Rusty Graff Scott Taylor Christina West Mark Oliver Mary Fiala Doug Wenzel Aimee Walsh

Officers

Second Vice President/ Junior Competition Simon Norman 1447 N Rock Road Wichita, KS 67206 316.634.6111 day snorman@ genesishealthclubs.com

Secretary Ken Brown 500 E Maple Independence, KS 67301 620.331.6611 day 620.331.0814 night kbrown@indycc.edu

Treasurer TBD

COMMUNITY TENNIS

First Vice President/ Adult Leagues/Competition Bob Keeshan 1520 SW Stratford Road Topeka, KS 66604 785.267.0040 Ext. 102 bob@sqwblaw.com

Tennis Service Representative

Executive Director John Cayton 1322 Rural Street Emporia, KS 66801 620.340.8047 night 620.341.6129 day jccayton@sbcglobal.net

President Rick Thompson 1638 Crest Court Andover, KS 67002 316.265.9311 day rkthompson@martinpringle.com

INFORMATION

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Connie Robertson 1974 E. 300 Road Lecompton, KS 66050 785.887.6730 robertson@movalley.usta.com

Men's League Coordinator Mel Brown 3442 SE 35th Street Topeka, KS 66605 melbrown3@cox.net

Webmaster Jason Rose jlrose@martinpringle.com

Senior Women’s League Coordinator Robbin Stafford 1231 N Saint Andrews Dr. Wichita, KS 67230 rastafford@earthlink.net

ADULT LEAGUES

Mixed League Coordinator Diana Holmes 2510 SW Chauncey Drive Wichita, KS 67230 Diana@engellawpa.com

At-Large League Committee Jeff Clark 603 N Dellrose St. Wichita, KS 67208 JPClark@wichita.gov

JUNIORS

District League Coordinator Jason Doll 4229 N Ironwood Court Wichita, KS 67226 jasondoll@hotmail.com

Women's League Coordinator Kelly Hodge 9112 E Country Walk Wichita, KS 67206 kellyahodge@gmail.com

JUNIOR CAMPS

Committee Chairs Community Development Mary Kessinger-Wassom 1938 Navajo Road Frankfort, KS 66427 785.562.5356 mkessinger@marysvilleschools.org

2011 Award Winners Junior Male Player of the Year Stratton Brown Salina, Kansas

Outstanding Contributor USTA High Performance Thiago Dos Santos Salina, Kansas

Outstanding USTA League Program Diana Christman Topeka, Kansas

Adult Player of the Year Nick Taylor Wichita, Kansas

Outstanding Jr. Tournament Genesis Summer MVTA Futures Wichita, Kansas

Outstanding Official Al Ferrell Topeka, Kansas

Outstanding Contributor USTA Youth Programs Janie Bremyer McPherson, Kansas

Outstanding Adult Tournament Jayhawk Adult Tournament Topeka, Kansas

Member Organization of the Year McPherson Advantage McPherson, Kansas

Facility of the Year Riverside Tennis Center Wichita, Kansas

Junior Female Player of the Year Abby Stevens Wichita, Kansas

Event of the Year Summer USTA MV Kansas League Kickoff Wichita, Kansas Recreational Adult Player of the Year Michael Chico Topeka, Kansas

Tennis Family of the Year Mel Brown Family Topeka, Kansas missourivalley.usta.com

Recreational Youth Player of the Year Jacob Thompson Andover, Kansas Outstanding High School Coach Mary Kessinger-Wassom Frankfort, Kansas Outstanding Community Tennis Association Maureen Connolly Brinker Foundation of Kansas Wichita, Kansas

Junior Sportsmanship Stratton Brown (B12) Salina, Kansas Tommy Hunter (B14) Topeka, Kansas Amy Fugit (G16) Wichita, Kansas Abby Stevens (G18) Wichita, Kansas

Outstanding USTA Jr. Team Tennis Organizer Ken Brown Independence, Kansas

DISTRICTS

Media Excellence Joanna Chadwick Wichita, Kansas

ADULTS

Distinguished Service Charles “Goose” Doughty Wichita, Kansas

Community Service Award Alex Lee Wichita, Kansas

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2011 Final Rankings (Top 20) 1 2 2 4 5 6

Boys 12 Singles Lakelin Conrad Jason Reilly Bryce Watson Kerry Dunn Nolan Schrader Jordan Wilson

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 10 10 14 15 15 17 18 18 18

Boys 14 Singles Samuel Beren Zachary Hampton Kirkland Lambert Micah Harris Riley Kingsley Wonjoon Cho Eric Banning Derek Drew Collin Martin Kerry Dunn Zachary Woods Easton Ewy Stephen Le Collin Queal Joe Dalton Tyler Isaac Penner Bryce Easton Jason Reilly Garrett Roth John Stoller

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 9 10 10 10 10 14 14 14 17 18 19 20

Boys 16 Singles Travis Osland Cory Otis Jake Seaton Jeffrey Michel Thomas Hampton Braden Baker Wonjoon Cho Peter Jensen Micah Harris Brandon King Peter Horton Eric Banning Brandon Williams Samuel Carter File Joshua Carlgren Matthew Zemanick Timio Lopez Steven Wegner Logan Becis Tyler Manlove

1 2 2 2 2 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12 14

Boys 18 Singles Ryan Wolfe Matt Becker Matthew Barlow Kenton Hallowell Jared Ohm Jenson Kingsley John Rohr Tanner Pierret Tanner Lambky Kaynan Anderson Daniel Rineberg Brooks Taylor Collin Connor Keenan Zielke

Boys 12 Doubles 1 Brogan Richardson Boys 14 Doubles 1 Easton Ewy 1 Carter Tappan Boys 16 Doubles 1 Cory Otis 1 Brandon Williams

1 2 3 3 3

Boys 18 Doubles Matthew Barlow Quinton Tichenor Nick Moyers Chase Buntain Daniel Rineberg

1 2 3 4 5

Girls 12 Singles Colby Fugit Ellea Ediger Rachel Ivers Brittany McBride Hannah Klaassen

1 2 3 4 5 5 5 8 9

Girls 14 Singles Gwyneth Schuler Nicole Lubbers Grace Ball Jaya Mantovani Ally Burr Makenna Gonzales Cathy Lei Rebecca King Ellea Ediger

9 11 12 12 12 15 16 17 18 19

Carmen Mindt Morgan Bergen Katlyn Reifschneider Emily Ramsey Emily Ediger Mackenzie Hughes Camry Holle Rachel Ivers Madison Hearne Ashley Fonger

1 2 3 4 5 5 5 5 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 15 17

Girls 16 Singles Amy Fugit Hannah Hills Ashley Debauge Megan Wong Jessica Vanranken Ali Anderson Sydney Shields Taylor White Heidi Klaassen Morgan Hughes Ellarie Woolpert Brenda Sanchez Camille Rae Taylor Baylee Cox Grace Cusick Emily Ediger Hannah Carlgren

1 2 3 3 5 6 7 8 9 10

Girls 18 Singles Kari Rezac Shayla K. Roath Summer Schlotterback Elizabeth Pringle Courtney Lubbers Lexis Linn Hibbs Bridget Anne Winter Heidi Klaassen Brooke Jackson Hannah Wagle

Girls 14 Doubles 1 Ellea Ediger 2 Emily Ediger Girls 16 Doubles 1 Ashley Debauge

1 1 3 4 4 4 7 7 9 9

Girls 18 Doubles Brooke Jackson Summer Schlotterback Brooklyn Hunter Paige E. Hunter Mary Lawlor Kaylee McCaffrey Hannah Hills Sydney Shields Kaley Lynn Taylor Camille Rae Taylor

1 2 3 4 5

Mens Open Singles Colin Foster Robert Grout Matt Becker Luis Fernandez Adam Gray

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Mens 4.5 Doubles 1 Brendan Gore 2 Gary Shipp 3 Jamie Robinson

1 2 3 4

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Mens 4.0 Singles Peter Sanchez Kiran Pippalapalli Steve Saunders Steve Broxterman Larry Armstrong Aaron Wegner Dwight Long

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Mens 3.5 Singles Brandon Leddy Frank Lyons Ryan Dieckgrafe Randy Martin Dale Green Michael Hershey Jim Bruggeman

1 2 3 3 5 6 6

Mens Open Doubles James Lawrence Bobby Florence Ryan Wolfe Matt Becker Alberto Gonzalez Luis Fernandez Zach Loomis

Mens 4.0 Doubles Rod Becker Larry Armstrong Ron Cox Steve Saunders

Womens Open Singles 1 Allison Kaster

1 1 3 4

Womens 4.0 Doubles Deidre Barnett JoAnn Lind Melissa Goodman Jean Sanchez

1 1 3 3 5 5

Mixed Open Doubles Michael D. Canavan Trang Le Nguyen Macy Moyers Randy E. Moyers Brandon Leddy Allison R. Kaster

Mens 4.5 Singles 1 James F. Hunt

For complete junior and adult rankings rules, visit the Kansas District website at www.kansas.usta.com

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2. Players must present a current USTA membership card, or new membership proof, prior to entry into Kansas District sanctioned tournaments.

7. Players must have a minimum of one win in the event they wish to be considered in for a ranking. The best FOUR results from Kansas District tournaments will be used for KDTA Adult Tournament rankings.

3. The USTA computer ranking system of points per round reached is used by the Kansas District for ranking procedures. This system allows for additional ranking points to be awarded for more participation by a player, as well as for participation in heavier weighted tournaments.

8. If a player is NTRP rated, they may not participate or be ranked in a level lower than their NTRP rating.

4. The ranking committee will determine which tournaments will be weighted heavier for ranking purposes. Additional points will be awarded for participation in one of these tournaments: Mid-Continent Open and the Topeka Jayhawk Open.

6. To be ranked in doubles, players must play at least two tournaments sanctioned by the Kansas District with the same partner.

9. If a player enters a tournament but finds they will not be able to participate, they must notify the tournament director at least one day prior to tournament start. Without notification, a no-show will not count positively towards the requirement of participation for rankings.

10. Any discrepancies involving rankings will be handled by the ranking committee.

2. To receive a KDTA junior doubles ranking a player must compete in at least 2 sanctioned district tournaments in the same age-group in the calendar year to be ranked in that age-group.

JUNIORS

ARE YOU IN OR OUT?

JUNIOR CAMPS

Junior Rankings Rules 1. To receive a KDTA junior singles ranking a player must compete in at least 3 sanctioned district tournaments in the same age-group in the calendar year to be ranked in that age-group.

COMMUNITY TENNIS

5. To be ranked in singles, players must play a minimum of two tournaments sanctioned by the Kansas District.

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Adult Rankings Rules 1. Player must be a resident of the state of Kansas, a member of an armed forces family stationed in Kansas, a non-citizen holding a green-card, or a student who attends a Kansas school and maintains a Kansas District residence on their USTA membership.

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ADULT LEAGUES

• The opportunity to be a part of a rewarding and exciting part of the game

ADULTS

• A chance to learn more about the game you love we offer training to get you started • Earn a little money while staying involved in the sport

DISTRICTS

For more information, contact the USTA Missouri Valley Officials Chair, Verne Weber, at vaweber10s@aol.com or call us (888) 368-8612. missourivalley.usta.com

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Officers

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ADULTS

ADULT LEAGUES

JUNIORS

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COMMUNITY TENNIS

President Marianella Padron 1227 N. Range Line Rd. Joplin, MO 64801 417.206.0202 day 417.206.8907 fax marianellapadron@hotmail.com Immediate Past President Larry Haugness 2331 E. Pythian Springfield, MO 65802 417.837.5800 day 417.837.5804 fax lhaugness@springfieldmo.gov

District Administrator Linda Peters 2331 E. Pythian Springfield, MO 65802 417.837.5826 day 417.837.5804 fax lpmotennis@mediacombb.net

Second Vice President TBA

Tennis Service Representative

Secretary Amanda Smith 2331 E. Pythian Springfield, MO 65802 417.837.5800 day asmith@springfieldmo.gov

Treasurer Nancy Parker 19162 Hwy 98 Boonville, MO 65233 nancynikon@sbcglobal.net

Scott Howes 6400 West 95th St., Ste 102 Overland Park, KS 66212 913.322.4821 howes@movalley.usta.com

First Vice President Kyle Wartick 2331 E. Pythian Springfield, MO 65802 417.837.5800 day kwartick@springfieldmo.gov

Committee Chairs Umpires Cindy Baine 1010 S. Florida Joplin, MO 64801 tennismenace@cbaine.com Adult, Senior & Mixed League Coordinator Linda Peters Contact info. under District Administrator

Webmaster Linda Peters Contact info. under District Administrator

Volunteer Coordinator Linda Peters Contact info. under District Administrator

Junior Competition Kyle Wartick 2331 E. Pythian Springfield, MO 65802 417.837.5800 day 417.837.5804 fax kylewartick@yahoo.com

Diversity John Acosta 2500 E. Kearney Springfield, MO 65898 417.569.7263 Jacosta73@gmail.com

2011 Award Winners Outstanding Contributor to Youth High Performance Michael Wheelen Joplin, Missouri Community Service Excellence Larry Haugness Springfield, Missouri Male Junior Player of the Year Luke Frogge Joplin, Missouri Female Junior Player of the Year Mackenzie Rozell Springfield, Missouri Oustanding Contributor to USTA Youth Tennis Amanda Smith Springfield, Missouri

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Family of the Year The Bob Belote Family Springfield, Missouri

Boys 16s Sportsmanship Award Duncan Ford Joplin, Missouri

Events of the Year SmashZone in Joplin Joplin, Missouri

Jordan Hamling Forsyth, Missouri

Springfield Laser Kids Club Clinic Springfield, Missouri

Girls 10s Sportsmanship Award Madeline Fulk Springfield, Missouri

Boys 10 Sportsmanship Award Garret Lewis Joplin, Missouri

Girls 14s Sportsmanship Award Meghan Zengel Springfield, Missouri

Boys 12 Sportsmanship Award Kamran Farid Columbia, Missouri Boys 14 Sportsmanship Award Rohit Rao Columbia, Missouri Tennis. The Sport of Opportunity.

2011 Final Rankings (Top 20) Boys 10 Singles 1 Matthan Tharakan 2 Matthew Zengel 3 Nicholas Mailes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Boys 12 Singles Jason Nayar Finn Wartick Kamran Ford Evan Acosta Matthew Zengel Reid Jarvis Nicholas Mailes

Boys 14 Singles 1 Christopher Choe 2 O.B. Chambers 3 Tyler Acosta 4 James Ethridge 5 Spencer Weller 6 Hayden Fulk 7 Griffin Turnage 8 Michael Nacy 9 Cling Jung 10 Alec Jarvis 11 Brian Baker 12 Peter Bansuk Choi 13 Jackson Mach 1 2 3 4 5

Boys 16 Singles James Majors Rohit Rao Thomas Uhl Christopher Choe Clint Jung

6 Jadyn Cearnal 7 Jacob Winton 8 Harry Bozoian Boys 18 Singles 1 Jack Fay 2 Scott Strough Girls 10 Singles 1 Corinne Fari 2 Anna Tharakan 1 2 3 4 5

Girls 12 Singles Emily Kroutil Anna Rader Lauren Hofmann Madeline Duncan Madison Fuchs

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Girls 14 Singles Jacqueline Engelbrecht Meghan Zengel Ashley Dowden Anna Rader Emily Kroutil Maya Brown Bailey Busse Emma Ethridge

Girls 16 Singles 1 Colleen Mellinger Girls 18 Singles 1 Mackenzie Rozell 2 Savannah Everett

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2012 Junior Rules SINGLES/DOUBLES: The USTA Missouri Valley’s Missouri district encourages junior players to use the following guidelines in order to receive an annual singles and an annual doubles district ranking (determined by the TennisLink Ranking System).

Please note that the endorsement spots for each age division into the sectional tournaments are one tournament even though the different age groups are played over multiple weekends.

1. Be domiciled within the USTA Missouri Valley - Missouri district.

7. The 2012 USTA Missouri Valley Rules and Regulations as well as the 2012 Rules and Regulations set forth in the Friend at Court will apply.

2. Hold current USTA membership.

For example: If you are twelve years old and have a birthday in June, you must play in the 14s Division entering any tournament in the month of June. You may elect to play in an older age division before you are required to.

4. To receive a USTA Missouri district ranking, a player must play three USTA Missouri district sanctioned tournaments or two USTA Missouri District tournaments and compete in one USTA Missouri Valley Sectional team event either representing the Missouri district or “filling in” for another district within the age group for which the player is attempting to receive a ranking in a calendar year. In the event that you are unable to compete in a USTA Missouri Valley Sectional Team event, the USTA Missouri Valley Summer Sectional Tournament may be used as the third tournament towards your Annual USTA Missouri district ranking.

6. A player may enter only one singles division and one doubles division per Missouri district Endorsement Tournament held for Segment I and Segment II.

SEGMENT II Boys/Girls 12 May 4-6, 2012 - Springfield, MO ID 405050212

9. 10 and Under Divisions. All 10 and under events will follow one of the three sets of guidelines listed below. The tournament homepage will state which type of event it is. All events must be scheduled as one day events. a) Green Tournaments • Court – The court shall be a 78-foot court.

• Ball – The ball shall be a stage 1 (green) ball of any composition.

• Racquet – There are no restrictions.

• Scoring – The scoring shall be the best of three sets with a 10-point tiebreak

in lieu of the third or the same as with the Orange tournaments. b) Orange Tournaments • Court – The court shall be a 60 x 21-foot court.

• Ball – The ball shall be a stage 2 (orange) ball of any composition.

• Racquet – The racquet may not exceed 25 inches.

• Scoring – The scoring shall be the best of three short sets with a 7-point

tiebreak in lieu of the third. c) Red Tournaments • Court-The court shall be a 36 x 18-foot court.

• Ball-The ball shall be a stage 3 (red) ball of any composition.

• Racquet-The racquet may not exceed 23 inches.

• Scoring-The scoring shall be the best two out of three games. Each game

shall consist of a 7-point tiebreak.

SEGMENT III Boys/Girls 12, 14, 16, 18 July 20-22, 2012 - Springfield, MO ID 405050312

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Girls 14, 16, 18 May 4-6, 2012 - Joplin, MO ID 405004212

SEGMENT I OF 2013 The top Missouri district player in the 2012 Missouri Valley rankings, the week of December 17, 2012, will receive the one endorsement spot for 2013 Seg. I Super. The alternates will be the second, third and fourth player in the rankings.

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5. Will be penalized if he or she withdraws from a tournament after the draw has been made, for any reason, except illness, injury, or death in family. The USTA Missouri Valley Section Suspension Point System will be in effect at sanctioned tournaments.

8. Endorsement Tournaments scoring shall be the best of three sets with a 10-point tiebreak in lieu of the third set.

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3. Must enter the age division for which player wants to be ranked. You are eligible to play in your age division until the month you age up (your birthday month).

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Officers Director of Operations Steve Hossack 14936 Shirley St. Omaha, NE 68144 402.697.8786 sehossack@cox.net

Immediate Past President Jane Hines 510 S. 157th Circle Omaha, NE 68118 402.522.6310 janehines@gmail.com

Vice President Jeff Schoch 1112 West Keating Drive Lincoln, NE 68521 402.730.1845 twelvetoes@gmail.com

President-Elect Kevin Heim 401 South 33rd Street Lincoln, NE 68510 402.441.7095 woodsheadpro@windstream.net

Secretary Curt Smith 3109 Calvert St. Lincoln, NE 68502 402.326.3482 day 402.423.0522 night 402.435.4356 fax curtten@gmail.com

Treasurer Elizabeth Ellinghaus 1409 North 190th Street Elkhorn, NE 68022 402.203.3190 ebellinghaus@cox.net

Tennis Service Representative

COMMUNITY TENNIS

President Troy Saulsbury 2014 W. 37th Street Kearney, NE 68845 308.338.0911 night troysulz@frontiernet.net

Kara Heim

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3301 Sewell St. Lincoln, NE 68506 913.322.4840 heim@movalley.usta.com

Committee Chairs

Junior Competition Brian Clark 7620 North 70th Street Lincoln, NE 68517 402.464.1682 day Brian@nebraskatenniscenter.com

Collegiate Tom Tipton 5716 Culwells Road Lincoln, NE 68516 402.488.3555 day 402.430.6001 cell tommy10s@windstream.net Grievance Bruce Vosburg 615 North 65th St. Omaha, NE 68132 402.342.1000 day 402.554.1960 night bvosburg@fittslaw.com Hall of Fame Verne Weber 902 Hackberry Ct. #2411 Bellevue, NE 68005 402.682.5862 day 402.292.8301 night vaweber10s@aol.com

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Diversity Mary Schuele 2008 South 183rd Circle Omaha, NE 68130 402.334.3504 mary.schuele@cbshome.com League Coordinator Jennifer Allison 904 Hackberry Court, #2401 Bellevue, NE 68005 402.218.6255 jallison31@netzero.net Membership Committee Kile Johnson PO Box 81616 Lincoln, NE 68501 402.475.4240 day 402.489.5962 night kjohnson@johnsonflodman.com

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Officials Linda Richter 4910 Coffey Street Bellevue, NE 68133 402.291.3546 night 402.415.3546 cell drichter3@cox.net

Parks & Recreation Carol Hodges 12432 Ponca Road Omaha, NE 68112 402.453.7701 cbhodges444@gmail.com

Community Development Dan Bratetic 8137 South 101st Street Omaha, NE 68128 402.699.7487 dbratetic@gmail.com

ADULTS

Adult Competition Ron Betts 16558 Adams Street Omaha, NE 68135 402.598.0487 rbetts4@cox.net

Website Jane Hines & Steve Hossack Contact info. under “Officers”

Awards Committee Verne Weber Contact info. under Hall of Fame

ADULT LEAGUES

Junior Recreation Ben Wigert 7428 Potter Street Omaha, NE 68122 402.590.7393 bgwigert615@yahoo.com

Tournament Jeff Schoch Contact info under Vice President

JUNIORS

10 and Under Tennis Talor Wain 401 South 33rd Street Lincoln, NE 68510 402.875.3403 tj_wain@hotmail.com

Nominating Jane Hines Contact info under Immediate Past President

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2011 Final Rankings (Top 20) Boys 10 Singles Zachary Weber Gabriel Diaz Preston Brown Graham Hedstrom

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Philip Wier Joel Spiehs Nick Clayburn Mark Vogel

Girls 18 Singles 1 Dylan Harlow 2 Natalie Cech 3 Crista Cain

Boys 12 Singles 1 Zachary Weber 2 Hank Harold Massey 3 Tristan Proulx-Morin 4 Connor Vandewege 5 Samuel Lincoln Faulk 6 Sam Ortgies 6 Gabriel Diaz 8 Max Vernon Prochaska 9 Jordan Rhyner 10 William Everett 11 Mason Williams

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Boys 12 Doubles Haydn Muir Jacob Weber Zachary Weber Gabriel Diaz Bayne Basche

Girls 12 Doubles 1 Lizzie McClure

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Boys 14 Singles 1 Jackson McNair 2 Landon Warner 3 Nathaniel Singh 4 Grant Hubbard 5 Austen Lamborn 6 William Gleason 7 Raymond Thai 8 Andrew Bristol 9 Dillon Ketcham 10 Cameron Spurrier 11 Caleb Martin 12 Tommy Keene 13 Benjamin Faulk 14 Jacob Weber 15 Reis Dylan Pieper 16 Pierce Lam 17 Alex Woodward 18 James Gallentine 19 Bryce Medhi 20 Ben Harris Boys 16 Singles 1 Nikita Fomichev 2 Bryson Mosley 3 Jacob Wenger 4 Carl Sjulin 5 Max Ferguson 5 Jordan Nash 7 Max Cuppens 7 Matthew Case 9 Andrew Plamann 10 Gavin Kennedy 11 Nick Wimmer 12 Matthew Hilfiker 13 Michael Koch 14 Treyson McGill 15 Alex Heywood 16 Daniel Ceballos 17 Jaron Ahmann 18 Christian Hedstrom 19 Andrew Epperson 20 Tyler Grove Boys 18 Singles 1 Court Clark 2 Bryson Mosley 3 Erik Anderson

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Boys 14 Doubles 1 Tristan Proulx-Morin

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Boys 16 Doubles Max Cuppens Max Ferguson Gavin Kennedy Andrew Epperson Nick Wimmer Peter Furlow Zahler Zandt

Boys 18 Doubles 1 Jack Rodenburg 2 Nikita Fomichev 3 Bryson Mosley Girls 10 Singles 1 Bianca Dean 2 Sarah Weber 3 Katherine Kennedy

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Girls 12 Singles Lizzie McClure Hannah Raymond Madison Kiani Julia King Spencer Roach Chloe Dworak Sarah Weber Isabella Diaz Morgan Eby

Girls 14 Singles 1 Samantha Mannix 2 Spencer Roach 3 Olivia Faulk 4 Madison Eckstrom 5 Jessamyn Proulx-Morin 6 Claire Neil 7 Elizabeth Tyler 8 Holly Layne Holly 9 Alexandra McCashland 10 Clare Crockett 11 Lauren Bruning

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Girls 16 Singles Sydney Harlow Abby Bergsten Kaley Clark Emma Caroline Neil Grace Marie Rapp Riley Menagh Kaitlin Roselius

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Girls 14 Doubles Spencer Roach Phoebe Placzek Holly Layne Cope Casey Reefe

Girls 18 Doubles 1 Katherine Ternent 2 Elizabeth Ternent Mens Open Singles 1 Drew Mercier 2 August Hogan 3 Kyle Conzemius 4 Colby Hoshor 5 Noel Hoig 6 Eric McKnight 7 Brandon Scott Otoski 8 Jakob Strawhecker 9 Philip Wier 10 Eric Brown 11 Carl Moseley

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Mens 4.5 Singles Jerry Brockey Paul Barnes Keith Nielsen Brian Richmmeier Greg Hepfner Alvaro Carrasco

Mens 4.0 Singles 1 Kiran Poda 2 Paul Norman Brinkman 3 Kelby Deese 4 Matthew Snell 4 Brian Richmeier 6 Rick Hansen 7 Mark Leahy 8 Robert Harris 9 Brad Miller 10 Joseph William Shea 11 Michael Pivovar 12 Jamisen Goodell 13 Dana Mark 14 Zachary Tegler 15 Mark Jackson 16 Gene Stickney 17 Jeffrey Holland 18 Nick Harlow 19 Dan Hrivnak 20 Matthew Binderup

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6 Kunal Sharma 7 Suresh Kumar Namala 7 Kerry Lampe 7 Tyler Block 10 Mike Day 11 Paul Haar 12 Duane William Lantz 13 Stephen Seyler

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Mens 3.0 Singles Michael John McClellan Patrick Fuller Mutyam Jella Sumantra Chatterjee

Mens 45 Singles 1 Brad Miller Mens Open Doubles 1 Kyle Conzemius 1 Drew Mercier 3 Rick Stempson 4 John George Steinke 5 Eric McKnight 6 Eric Samuel Brown 6 Ron Betts 8 Sho Nihommatsu 9 Randy Brown

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Mens 4.5 Doubles Ron Betts Steven Gallagher George Nelson Clark Thompson Jeff Fredricks Roland Augspurger Michael Willman

Mens 4.0 Doubles 1 Clark Thompson 2 Thomas James Walker 2 William Stephens 4 Zachary Tegler 4 Doug Alan Tegler 4 Dan Hrivnak 7 Brian Allan Mark 8 Joseph Lopez-Wilson 9 Gene Stickney 10 Matt McDermott 11 Jeff Schoch 11 David Stoupa 13 Jonathan Rohloff Mens 3.5 Doubles 1 Scott Adams

Mens 3.5 Singles Michael Martin Scott Hagewood Matt Olsen Jerry Pivovar Kurt Weekly

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Womens Open Singles Heather Nicole Nobler Jacqueline Baude Kelly Ann Morgan Marisa Marsh

Womens 3.5 Singles 1 Sandy Vrana 2 Jacquie Dierks 3 Yaravi Lopez-Wilson Womens Open Doubles 1 Michelle Lisec-Talarico 2 Kari Leigh Stempson 3 Kelsie Olson 4 Heather Nicole Nobler Womens 4.0 Doubles 1 Mary Seyler 1 Amy Redfield 3 Barbara Schmidt 3 Margaret Sweigart 3 Lynne Martin 3 Patrice Proulx 7 Iona Pavlik 7 Shelly Bates 9 Patricia Yager 10 Linda McIntyre 10 Susie Weberg 1 2 3 4 5 6

Mixed Open Doubles Troy Saulsbury Jennifer Allison Ron Betts Kelly Ann Morgan Kelby Deese Denise Christensen

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Mixed 8.0 Doubles Patricia Yager Shannon Brinkman Paul Norman Brinkman Rick King Thomas Huffman Heather Blumel H. Damon Osborne Thomas Andrews M J Robertson

Mixed 7.0 Doubles 1 Renate Mark 1 Jonathan P. Rohloff

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2011 Award Winners Adult Players of the Year John Steinke (Grand Island, Neb.) Leita Keller (Omaha, Neb.) Chris Parnell (Lincoln, Neb.)

Community Service Excellence Tammy Hill Omaha, Nebraska Distinguished Service Bob Schultz Lincoln, Nebraska

Facility of the Year (Small) Fremont Community Tennis Complex Fremont, Nebraska Facility of the Year (Large) Koch Family Tennis Center Omaha, Nebraska

Junior Male Player of the Year Matt Hagan Omaha, Nebraska

Media Excellence Jennifer Kennedy Omaha, Nebraska

Website of the Year Omaha Tennis Association

Nebraska Class B High School Girls State Champions 2011 Team Title - Elkhorn South

President's Award Mary Schuele Omaha, Nebraska

Junior Tournament of the Year Justin Balfany Memorial Tournament Kearney, Nebraska Outstanding Contributor USTA League Tennis Steve Hossack Omaha, Nebraska Outstanding Contributor to USTA Tennis Youth Programs Bill Batchelor Bellevue, Nebraska Outstanding Contributor to Youth High Performance Program Talor Wain Lincoln, Nebraska Junior Team Tennis Organizer Troy Saulsbury Kearney, Nebraska Outstanding High School Coach John Carroll Omaha, Nebraska Outstanding CTA Omaha Tennis Association Omaha, Nebraska

Hall of Fame Inductee Kile Johnson Lincoln, Nebraska Nebraska Class A High School Girls State Champions 2011 Team Title - Omaha Marian No. 1 Singles - Brooke Urzendowski Omaha Marian No. 2 Singles - Courtney Warren Omaha Marian No. 1 Doubles - Emma Schelble/ Alexandra Schelble Millard West No. 2 Doubles - Elizabeth Ternent/ Katherine Ternent Millard North Nebraska Class A High School Boys State Champions 2011 Team Title - Lincoln Southeast No. 1 Singles - David Liu Millard North

Outstanding Recreational Tournament Sherin Custer Memorial Rookie NET Fremont, Nebraska

No. 2 Singles - Jacob Wenger Lincoln East

Outstanding USTA Official TJ Sanderfer Lincoln, Nebraska

No. 1 Doubles - Michael Koch/ Nikolaos Piperis Omaha Creighton Prep

No. 1 Singles - Kathryn Carlson Omaha Duchesne Academy No. 2 Singles - Caroline Friedman Omaha Skutt Catholic No. 1 Doubles - Emily Fink/ Tiffany Hottman Elkhorn South No. 2 Doubles - Emilee Johnson/ Lauren Camenzind Omaha Skutt Catholic Nebraska Class B High School Boys State Champions 2011 Team Title - Elkhorn South No. 1 Singles - Trevor Milburn Lincoln Pius X No. 2 Singles - Nikita Fomichev Elkhorn South No. 1 Doubles Alex Lubben/ Bryson Mosley Elkhorn South

ADULT LEAGUES

Junior Recreational Player Faith Kowalski Kearney, Nebraska

Outstanding Adult/Senior Tournament Capital City Wheelchair Invite Lincoln, Nebraska

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Junior Female Player of the Year Brooke Urzendowski Omaha, Nebraska

No. 2 Doubles - Stavros Peperis/ Vincent Van Dyke Omaha Creighton Prep

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Event of the Year Turkey Tourney Pro-Am Lincoln, Nebraska

Tennis Family of the Year The Tharp Family Lincoln, Nebraska

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Adult Recreational Player Lynn Callahan Lincoln, Nebraska

Member Organization of the Year Friends of Woods Tennis Lincoln, Nebraska

No. 2 Doubles - Brian Carmody/ Mitchell Plance Omaha Skutt Catholic

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Officers

Treasurer Billy Little 405.323.0304 cell tennisbilly@gmail.com

Secretary Lisa K. Gragg 405.247.9876 work 405.933.1492 cell anadarkoadulted@yahoo.com

Vice President - Juniors Martin Brody 918.494.5874 home 918.728.9339 cell MartinEBrody@yahoo.com

Junior Competition Martin Brody Contact info. under VP-Juniors

Budget & Finance Billy Little Contact info. under Treasurer

Junior Recreation Angie Koumaris 405.848.2994 work abtwonder@yahoo.com

Collegiate Marc Claude 405.366.8859 work 405.640.9638 cell marcaclaude@gmail.com Community Development TBA

General Counsel/Grievance Charles Laster 405.273.2910 home charlielaster@sbcglobal.net

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Sanctions & Scheduling Bill Riggan 405.329.1994 home 405.650.6076 cell wmriggan@aol.com   Umpires Francis Baxter Contact info. under Hall of Fame Volunteers TBA

Senior League Coordinator (OKC Metro) Renee Pascale 405.524.8181 home 405.627.9203 cell okcseniorusta@gmail.com

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Hall of Fame Francis Baxter 405.341.0602 home 405.919.1298 cell francisbaxter@cox.net

Adult League Coordinator (OKC Metro) Marcie Byrne 405.752.4570 home 405-.550.4237 cell okcusta@aol.com

Nominating Bill Nelson Contact info. under Immediate Past President

ADULTS

Diversity Darrell Alfred 405.752.0256 home 405.740.2383 cell dalfred4@cox.net

District League Coordinator Local League Coordinator (Tulsa Metro) Jose Falcon 918.357.1561 home 918.629.5782 cell tulsausta@gmail.com

Membership Jesse Stovall 580.481.4190 cell jessestovall2002@yahoo.com

ADULT LEAGUES

SE Quadrant Skip Griese (Ada) 580.332.3400 home 580.310.7260 (x 8213) work griese@cableone.net grieses@adapss.com

Awards Sherry Sakoski 405.360.1560 home dsakoski@cox.net

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NE Quadrant David McCorkle (Tulsa) 918.496.6232 work webe21blue@yahoo.com

2100 Pine View Terrace Edmond, OK 73003 913.322.4839 puryear@movalley.usta.com

Committee Chairs

Quadrant Representatives

SW Quadrant Brian Sasser (Lawton) 580.704.7875 cell briansasser85@aol.com

Laura Puryear

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Vice President - Adults Steve Henry 405.226.1722 cell 405.946.2739 work okctenniscenter@att.net

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Immediate Past President Bill Nelson 580.332.8043 home 580.320.4700 cell skunny31@hotmail.com

NW Quadrant Bill Towler (Oklahoma City) 405.590.5260 billtowler@visi-health.com

Tennis Service Representative

Executive Secretary Diana Carr 2934 Amy Lynn Lane Duncan, OK 73533 580.255.2324 work/fax 580.351.8119 cell oktennis@cableone.net

President

Lisa Minihan 405.366.8859 work lisa.m.minihan@gmail.com

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Boys 10 Satellite Conner Wood Hunter Henry Michael Haley Alex Booker Brooks Harrison Jed Habib Aiden Robinson Alex Han Will Pellegrini Griffin Been Ryan Reilly Eli Thomas Cooper McMurray Kyle Hook Sam Bass Parker Honegger Kaden Scott Smith Barrett Gamble Luke Thomas Jimmy Huy Ma

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Boys 12 Satellite Christopher Lucas Colin Gardner Evan Isom Jacob Joseph Willing Travis Gray Reed Stallsmith Connor Raikar Aidan Raikar Brendan Kiely Michael Thetford Blake Alan Hopp Alexander Richards Brenton Dabney Luke Graham Wyatt Trost Landon Brown Logan Cherry Blake Stone Shannon Ryan Harris Connor Dale Culbe

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Boys 14 Satellite Blake Giles Anoop Erwin D’Souza Jesse Roy Blake Anthony Graham Michael Trent Smith Blake Cherry Cayne Wesley Shaw Grant Mantin Braden Turner Merrill Hunter Cole Gomez Harrison Hightower James Masterson Braden Singleton Dakota Gage Mitchell Karsen Flies Mason George Alex Mason John Mitchell Young Tyler Michael Hallett Samuel Jacob Corley

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Boys 16 Satellite Chris Lane Bryant Boatright

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Ryan Patrick Nix Caelin Luster James Kuegler Travis Christensen Caleb Johnson Michael Nhin Brandon Paul Turney Rahul Victor Prabhu Alexander Myers Timothy Fischer Riley Howell Jamon Gourd Cameron Villines Brian Le Tran Jeremy Pelotte Marcus David Todd Matt Adam Nicolo Garrett Brook Hanska

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Boys 18 Satellite Alan Tran Jonah Townsley Chris Tyndall Travis Coulson

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Girls 10 Satellite Bailey Wollmershauser Emily Sloane Johnston Makayla Freeman Libby Benedict Grace Reid Lainey Lehman Lauren Houston Berry Ashley Mabrey Zoe Yap Rachel McCorkle Peyton Glenn Teja Tirunelveli Hannah Walman Jessica Pelotte Julia Spaulding Elizabeth Elmburg Maggie Povroznik Grace Holliman Issabella Pensavalle Madeline Cameron

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Girls 12 Satellite Alyssa Nicole Zayat Hannah Scott Natalie Evans Jessica Fan Darla Jirousek Hailey Juen Kristen Anthamatten McKenzie Miley Juliet Roy Kayla Magnuson Morganne Freeman Molly Bloom Delaney Lutjens Rachel Osborn Kathryn Wegrzynski Grace Anne Willis Courtney Leigh Wages Karina Dickman Chloe Golightly Isabella Dunlap

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Girls 14 Satellite Lauren Locke Kathryn Dyer Sydney Ruth Shortridge Taelor Connell Sarah Cunningham Brittany Ann Calhoun Renie Dolese Katherine Wolfe Saralyn Young Dyer Allison Leigh Acuna Alexis Toles Cassidi Kay Gooch Isabella Roy Hannah Berndt Kendall Joan Helton Kate Elizabeth Axtell Liesl Dolese Madison Dabney Madeline Kampmeyer Alexandria Unah

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Girls 16 Satellite Paige Ariel Fleming Sherrill Marble Lauren Locke Heather McFarland Sara JoAnne Lankford Renie Dolese Annie Elaine Hale Kristen Grounds Kristin Shinn Annalena Dickman Kristyn Leigh Schein Victoria Rose Peters Andie Mathieson Katelyn Blumenthal McKenzie Rae Lumry Kelsey Bozeman Blair Howard Grace Anthony Lauren McCorkle Kathryn Dyer

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Girls 18 Satellite Karson Elizabeth Heist Mary Grace Thetford Sabrina Nicole Talton Samantha Chavez Olivia Marie Barnum Kathleen Grace Frantz

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Boys 10 Daniel Wilkins Haley Jed Habib Michael Wagman Haley Conner Wood Caleb Ashton Poole Jimmy Huy Ma

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Boys 12 Henry Miller Zeiders Bryce Buwick Jacob Joseph Willing Jordan Michael Jackson Hans Atherton Brock Buchanan Jake Peyton Golightly Clayton Hughes

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Zachary Yap Lucia Cortez Rutz Carson Blevins Ben Courtney Wyatt Jackson Smith Grant Braught Rhett Scroggs Luke Robert Stewart Logan Cherry David Vernon Collier William Puiggari Blake Stone Shannon

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Boys 14 Alec Powers Bennett Hughes Blake Cherry Brayden McKay Rucker Joel Christian Tinker Jordan Dotson John Thomas Zerby Jake Peyton Golightly Caleb Belden Russell Holder Ethan Galt Haydock Chance Riley Sistrunk Henry Miller Zeiders Lucas Puiggari Robert Meszaros Colin Henthorne Monif Habib Daniel Ryan Archer Brody Baker Swan Riley Howell

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Boys 16 Bryan Lilley Riley Hale Pierce Colton Bryant William Genesen Bradley Scott Gleason Austin Hoose Ryan Thomas Robinson Cameron Schuessler Micah Jacob Cash Joseph Davenport Seth Moore Cameron Austin Jeff Charles Wren Joshua Noel Matthew Wayne Scales Jacob Jessie Santana Brin Tyler Bedwell Blake Langston Andre Vuong Joshua Blake Ellis

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Boys 18 Braxton Bates Mike Moon Jarrett Tate Ferguson Chase Gordon Carlos Rodriguez Gabriel Kanelopoulos Avi Tushar Natha Devon Tyler Leone Joseph Davenport McCann Bell Jeff Charles Wren

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Chris Burns Daniel Martinez Isaiah Jesse Island Andrew Ahshapanek Cameron Jake Roberts Calvin Thomas Layman Blake Allen Bartlett Daniel Ahshapanek Chance Sistrunk

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Girls 12 Vanessa Ong Jenna Noel Grace Griggs Nina Jabrzemski Isabella Dunlap Karsen Sheffield Phoebe Jean Shapard Mackenzie Rains Darbi Robertson Jessica Spaulding Darla Jirousek Kathryn Wegrzynski Natalia Ada Jabrzemski Abby Gwin Kalynn Schwandt Lacey Marie Kerr Abigail Wegrzynski Emma Paschal Rose Grace Allene Collier Zoe Yap

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Girls 14 Rylee Noelle Tucker Nina Jabrzemski Sarah Nicole Cameron Jenna Noel Carly Dodge Kirkland Chloe Whittington Brittany Ann Calhoun Raegan Peters Carley Ryan Schuessler Jessica Ashley Greene Paityn Christine Bower Regan Ashley Gillespie Kendal Ann Johnson Morgan Rae Padgett Shaylee Smith Jordan Rogers Claire Kvicala Rachel Nicole Hacker

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Girls 16 Nadege Jorda Alexandra Klingler Miranda Hamilton Alisa Friel-Watanabe Jordan Lee Henry Jaci Brakelle Smith Kathryn Camp Dillingham Madeline Little Caitlin Calkins Kaitlyn Huelskamp Katie Conrad Emily Louise Faulkner Madison Schick Maria Marcos Meredith Shaw

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2011 Award Winners Facility of the Year Oklahoma City Tennis Center Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Event of the Year Oklahoma Energy Classic Kids Clinic Oklahoma City Tennis Center Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Mens Open Singles Dexter MacBride Jeff Sasser

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Mens 4.0 Singles Brent Douglas Hall Jeff Harding Dennis Morris Mark Middleton Robert Stevenson Alfredo Mantilla Seymour Tiger Brian Ward Russell Bell

Distinguished Service Dwayne Campbell Enid, Oklahoma

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Mens 3.5 Singles Jason Paul LIttle Bryon Hanawalt Bill Holmes Jeffrey Benedict Jon-Michael Littleton Rick Lee Laner Armando Reyes Justin Lewis Roy Ballou Noe Cruz Chris Gettings Joseph VanBeckum Joe Kincaid Alfredo Cedeno

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Kelly Hayes/ Daniel Smith Stephen Shaw/ Stephen Painton

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Mens 4.0 Doubles Jason Little/John Walker

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Mens 3.5 Doubles Armando Reyes/ Joseph VanBeckum David George Kever/ Todd Marshall

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Womens 4.0 Singles Machelle Wright

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Womens 3.5 Singles Dona Zanotti Alicia Towler Jennifer Holmes Kristy Elkins Victoria Lucia Sanchez Kathleen Harris

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Womens 3.0 Singles Kendrya Joseph Nicole Elizabeth White

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Womens 4.0 Doubles Megan KiAnn Grocholski/ Janelle Hanson Cindy Jean Hendrick/ Jennifer Holmes Nancy Jo Easterling/ Dawn Cerise Womack

Mens 3.0 Singles Michael Bargas

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Mens 50 Singles Bob Schoen Seabrook Griffin Dennis Morris

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Mens 55 Singles Bob Schoen Seabrook Griffin Dennis Morris

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Mens Open Doubles Gary Trost/ Kirk Loomis Randy Robinson/ Stefan Walia

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Womens 3.0 Doubles Victoria Lucia Sanchez/ Lyn Reaves Linda Kever/ Cindy Ritchie Mary Nhin/ Lynn Neumeister Angela Brown Holmberg/ Diane Hoehn Hyde Laurie Eby/Mary Smail Kelsey Arbogast/ Laura Brueggen

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7.0 Mixed Doubles Daniel Eric Perreira/ Tempe Perreira Kelsey Arbogast/ Clint Vallandingham

DISTRICTS

Mens 4.5 Singles Brian Sasser Cory West Brandon Kephart John Kent Ulrey Bob Schoen

Outstanding Tennis on Campus Sooner Tennis Club Norman, Oklahoma

ADULTS

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Girls 16 Michelle Han

Lifetime Achievement Award Ed Shapard Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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2011 Hall of Fame Inductees Betsy Braver Rob Braver Joe Braver Meredith Geiger Walton Glen Mullins Janet Thomas Griffith

ADULT LEAGUES

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Girls 18 Nicolle Hoose Brittany Toone Britton Scott Kelsey Levalley Brooklyn Scott Jordan Lee Henry Claire Wood Danielle Gatzman Lauren Marie Carter

Girls 14 Jordan Henry

JUNIORS

Rachel Alexander Hinchey Morgan Schick Maya Aileen Hamaker Maggie Jane Marcum Peyton Jennings

Male Junior Player of the Year Cameron Roberts Anadarko, Oklahoma

JUNIOR CAMPS

Junior Tournament of the Year Missouri Valley Sectional Championships Westwood Tennis Center Norman, Oklahoma

Female Junior Player of the Year Morgan Coppoc Tulsa, Oklahoma

Junior Sportsmanship Winners Boys 16 Jeff Wren

Outstanding Community Tennis Association Elk City Tennis Association Elk City, Oklahoma

Adult Player of the Year Marc Mears Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Junior Player of the Year Hannah Bowen Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Oustanding High School Coach Lisa K. Gragg Anadarko Learning Center Anadarko, Oklahoma

Family of the Year The Maytubby Family Anadarko, Oklahoma

Junior Recreation Player of the Year Alex Eakers Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Outstanding Member Organization Oklahoma City Tennis Center Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Outstanding Official Dwayne Campbell Enid, Oklahoma

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10 and Under Tennis Registration Systems - Get Involved!

1. Register Your Facility!

For more info, contact Nick Hays: hays@movalley.usta.com (913) 322-4854

We want to make sure that you and your facility are listed as parents are searching for tennis programming in the area. As you are registering on the site, make sure you not only register your facility, but that you register yourself as an organizer. That way, there will be additional opportunities for parents to find you as they conduct their search.

Link: http://www.10andundertennis.com/organizers/register-facility/

2. Facility Assistance and Blended Line Reporting Whether you’re just starting out and dreaming of building a state-of-the-art multi-court tennis facility, you’re interested in 36’ and 60’ tennis courts; or you just want to figure out how to repair the cracked courts at the local park down the street, you’re in the right place – the USTA is here to help!

Also, report your courts with blended lines for 10 and Under Tennis that did not go through the USTA’s National Line Grant process and they will be added to the USTA Section Dashboard.

Link: http://www.usta.com/facilities

3. Host a Recreational Coach or 10 and Under Tennis Workshop Are you looking to host a Recreational Coach Workshop or a Recreational 10 and Under Tennis Workshop? Find the ideal workshop for your needs by looking at a side by side comparison located through the link below.

Link: http://www.usta.com/Coaches-Organizers/On-Court Training/Workshop_Organizers/

4. Register USTA Kids’ Tennis Clubs A Kids’ Tennis Club is a program anyone can start that allows kids to sample tennis through supervised play and interactive activities. This program is a great way for kids to be introduced to tennis in a safe, open-play setting at local schools, parks, youth centers and tennis facilities. These “clubs” offer kids the opportunity to have fun, gain confidence and meet new friends, all while enhancing their social and physical development. Register through the link below and receive marketing resources!

Link: http://www.usta.com/kidstennisclubs

5. Register Play Days Play Days are events designed to introduce kids to competition in a low-pressure setting where results are not documented. These events provide kids of all levels the opportunity to continue to develop and enhance their skills and are a welcoming way to experience the social and competitive aspects of tennis. Organized by skill level, kids have the chance to gain additional play experience through a rotation of opponents and short, continuous matches over a two- to three-hour period. Play Days promote a sense of achievement through a fun and spirited atmosphere. Register your Play Day and receive a Starter Kit for the first Play Day, discounts on Play Day awards and prizes, downloadable participant certificates, draw sheets, flyer and organizer materials.

Link: http://www.usta.com/tennisplaydays

6. USTA Junior Tournaments and Jr. Team Tennis Playing in Junior Tournaments helps test your kids’ skills – while making new friends and having fun.

Kids can take their game as far as they want it to go – high school, college or the pros. Host a Junior Tournament today or find one in your area.

Playing tennis is always more fun with friends, so Jr. Team Tennis connects kids by having them play on teams in local leagues where they can advance to a national championship. This is a fun way to learn and play the game.

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Link to Jr. Team Tennis: http://tennislink.usta.com Tennis. The Sport of Opportunity.

Officers

Tennis Service Representative Executive Director Mary Vassar 11901 Olive Blvd., Suite 212 St. Louis, MO 63141 314.432.3990 day 314.432.3959 fax director@sldta.com

Sue Riemann 457-A South Clay Avenue Kirkwood, MO 63122 888.368.8612 (ext. 4836)

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Secretary Sandy Welkener 314.892.4350 swelkener@hotmail.com

Junior Coordinator Martha Davis 314.432.3990 day juniors@sldta.com

Webmaster Betsy Lueg 314.452.2153 cell betsylueg@sbcglobal.net

Vice President - Juniors Troy Bray 816.522.8919 rocktennis@aol.com

Staff/Coordinators

Mixed Doubles Coordinator Leah Voyles 314.497.6065 cell mixed@sldta.com

Collegiate Chris Nasrallah 314.249.4770 cell nasrallahchris@hotmail.com

District Support/ Committees

Volunteer Coordinator Tim Kunkel 314.749.4805 cell t_kunkel@hotmail.com

Vice President - Adults Bob Faust 636.259.4609 cell bjfaust1@msn.com Vice President Community Development Allison Wilson 636.579.6733 cell awilson@watson.wustl.edu

Senior League Coordinator Jan Bushnell 314.651.5556 cell seniors@sldta.com Senior Mixed Doubles Patti Stewart 314.503.0808 cell seniormixed@sldta.com Tri-Level Coordinator Bob Faust Contact info under VP-Adults

St. Louis Association of Tennis Officials Lew Conley 314.707.3522 cell lewisconley62@yahoo.com Legal Advisor Andy Glaser 314.231.6700 day afg@herzogcrebs.com

Diversity and Inclusion Erma Owens/Mary Hudson 314.265.7916 cell ermaowens@prodigy.net

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Treasurer Sue Walton 314.567.1404 susan.walton217@att.net

Adult League Coordinator Beth Spengler 314.432.3990 day leagues@sldta.com

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Immediate Past President Jan Karibian 314.654.7986 day jan.karibian@att.net

Adult Recreational Players of the Year Kathy Wennemann (St. Louis, Missouri) Art Staden (Chesterfield, Missouri) Community Service Excellence Erma Owens Ferguson, Missouri

Event of the Year Frontenac Doubles Classic Mateo Dalla Fontana Frontenac, Missouri

Facility of the Year Steel Shop Tennis Club St. Charles, Missouri Member Organization of the Year The Club at Chesterfield Chesterfield, Missouri

Lindsey Whitehead Richmond Heights, Missouri

Charlie Curtis Webster Groves, Missouri Junior Recreational Player of the Year Mary Beth Niese Chesterfield, Missouri Outstanding Contributor Youth High Performance Steve Wall St. Louis, Missouri Outstanding Junior Tournament 14's Team Event Dana McBratney

Outstanding High School Coach Donna Stauffer Lafayette High School Outstanding Official Kim Simon Florissant, Missouri

NJTL Chapter of the Year NetRushers Ferguson, Missouri Outstanding Adult Tournament NTRP Central Regional Championship Tom Rensch & Jess Campbell

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Outstanding Community Tennis Association Dwight Davis Tennis Center St. Louis, Missouri Outstanding Jr. Team Tennis Organizer Craig Sandvig Sunset Tennis Center St. Louis, Missouri President's Choice Award Dana McBratney West Lafayette, Indiana League Team Sportsmanship Award Adult 4.0M Drago Media Excellence Bill Roseberry Edwardsville Intelligencer Edwardsville, Illinois Tennis on Campus Program Excellence Mark Platt Sam Keltner St. Louis University

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Family of the Year The Grasso Family Chesterfield, Missouri

Outstanding Contributor USTA Youth Programs Carobeth Kelly & Kurt Miller St. Charles, Missouri

Junior Players of the Year

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Distinguished Service Susan Walton & Nira Brady St. Louis, Missouri

Outstanding Contributor USTA Adult League Programs Terri Walser (Kirkwood, Missouri) Tom Rensch (Ballwin, Missouri)

ADULT LEAGUES

2011 Award Winners Adult Players of the Year Pat Purcell (St. Louis, Missouri) Martin Damm (Valley Park, Missouri)

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President

Gwen Moore 3718 Candlewyck Club Dr. #E Florissant, MO 63034 314.422.3648 cell gwen898@sbcglobal.net

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2011 Final Rankings (Top 20) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Boys 10 Singles Grant Bowman Ryan Jasper Jai Vallurupalli Nico Feldman Seth Adam Lipe Zachary Luhmann Ethan Bogner Druva Riswadkar Samuel Shoykhet Adam Jasper James Calvin Faris Danny Lombardi Will Cooper Hayden Fischer Andres Manny Vidal Henry Naismith Derek Fesser Patrick Simoncic Matthew Fan Callum Stewart

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Boys 12 Singles Robert Roy Baisch Thomas Waters Max Skaer Alexander Gray Matthew Dubuque Peter Fleming David Montgomery James Dulle Neel Vallurupalli Benjamin Murray Zachary Trimpe Takai Wang Gillam Christian Cowulich Ben Remis P J Panesar Dominic Macaluso Drew Boyles Edward Quan Aaron James Umen Justin Good

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Boys 14 Singles P J Panesar James Bishop Rex Serituk Erik Lukas Weiler Trevor Allen Constantine Veronikis Carl Stradal Ritik Sundaram Daniel Wolf David Lord Jordan Bernstein Kylel Wang Gillam Neel Vallurupalli Kyle Jon Carlson Jacob Hamilton Kenji Liu Yanaba Mehal Hetal Amin Kobi Zane Phillips Austin Lee Burton Thomas Taglieri

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Boys 16 Singles Jack Desse Tyler Walter Raclin Brett Evan Helbig Trevor Allen Carson Haskins Constantine Veronikis Ryan Thornton Jack Bridge Michael Lesko Michael L.H. Skaer Aaron Skaer Joey Bartholomew Derek Dallas Zachary Fields Luke Jeffrey Salisbury Daniel Schneller Pete Hasenmueller Austin Diehl Douglas Wilen Jordan Bernstein

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Boys 18 Singles Matthew Wong Brandon Harris Tyler John Rutz Tyrus Skaer Tatsumi Yanaba Michael Tracy Austin Diehl Adam Casanova Cameron Randall Robert Nicolli Jake Lee Spencer Hilton Conner Stevenson Andy Graf Jacob Kanter Dylan Faulkenberg Sean Courtney Matthew Mai-De Tao Matei Stefanescu Derek Bell

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Girls 10 Singles Kelly Nicole Maeda Lauren Cowulich Gabriella Thornton Abigail McIsaac Madison Buschur Sidney Hogan Payton Clara Riedl Sophia Burwitz Madelyn Mena Elizabeth Choate Abigail Thurmer Madison Hamilton Annie McGinnis Alexandra Thomas Ilona Terradot Joanna Skaer Keegan Weiss Bluette Kathryn Trickey

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Girls 12 Singles Maria Brandt Chloe McIsaac Athena Annie Zeng Taran Elise Stahle Mary Grace Sullivan Kylie McCarthy Emma Wings Lipe Madison Daminato Hope Woodruff Mackenzie Shelton Janel Dean Alia Arif Ellie Joan Lewis Isabel Burwitz Gabriella Thornton Grace Carlson Kelly Nicole Maeda Whitney Williamson Samantha Remis Kiki Eve Peters

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Girls 14 Singles Janelle Wilson Jocelynn Horton Callaghan Adams Grace Klutke Kylie McCarthy Caroline Pozo Hope Woodruff Merrit Stahle Yuri Takenaka Emily Bray Rebecca Davis Ellie Burger Kenna Hughes Gabriella Papachrisanthou Mary Wickenheiser Elise Gorman Connor Lauren Cassity Cesiley Lauren King Emily Lombardi Isabel Newell

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Girls 16 Singles Shrarre Ariel Smith Arianna Demos Abby Carpenter Callaghan Adams Meredith Heitland Janelle Wilson Allie Thomas Rebecca McIsaac Olivia Conway Mallory Abert Kayla Neskar Savannah Martin Megan LaRose Ellie Marie Bisig Kate Grace Dolan Risa Takenaka Victoria Lindsay Brittany Green Angeline Veronikis Kristin Schlueter

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Girls 18 Singles Trisha Sundaram Caroline Greenberg Jocelyn Koester Camden Newton Anna Sieckhaus Theresa Brands Risa Takenaka Savannah Drew Ellie Marie Bisig Kelcie Page Comley Rosemary Pelch Amanda Ziolkowska Maggie Fleming Haleigh Chobanian Paige Sturley Carly Cassity Madison Rinder Grace Hyde Kaitlin Wickenheiser Morgan McGinnis

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Mens Open Singles Martin Damm Kyle Schlotz Devan Faulkenberg Todd Parker Eric Schrumpf Lance Vodicka Patrick Kella Brett Brannon Romeo Monzones Kirk Schlueter Adam King Mariano Copello T.J. Schaefer Brad Tinnon John Brunnquell Drew Feder David Conley Michael Levan Richard Randall Faycal Ibnabdeljalil

Mens 3.0 Singles 1 Michael Koby Mens 3.5 Singles 1 Marco Pineda 2 Trey Shaffer 3 Edgar Romero Atienza Mens 4.0 Singles 1 Bernie Marglous 2 Andrew Mitchell 3 Cole Stevenson 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Mens 5.0 Singles David Conley Eric Schrumpf T.J. Schaefer Lyndon Morgan Richard Frank Kelly Hair Eldred Stephens Michael Nurmela Tennis. The Sport of Opportunity.

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Eric Wonsidler Jason Cogan Charles Welton Keith Hertel Tao Cui Stanislav Anguelov Nick Jannett Clark Robinson Taylor Mariano Copello Brett Hartig Ikhtiyar Uddin Sunmin Jeremiah Hong

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Mens Open Doubles Ryan Dickherber/ Michael Laycob Steve Moehn/ Dave Fuhrig Kirk Aaron Schlueter/ Adam King Paul Feder/ Mark Hoppenjans Matt Mainer/ Kyle Laramie Keith Hertel/ Charles Welton Michael Levan/ Terry McNabb Chris Meador/ Ian Andrew Baker

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Mens 5.0 Doubles Jimmy Walley/ Eric Schrumpf Todd Parker/ Richard Frank Tom Ross/ Jason Rule Michael Levan/ Terry McNabb Kyle Schlotz/ David Reinhart Dominic Oldham/ Dave Cruse Burak Taysi/ Chad Loegering Timothy Kunkel/ Brian Holdenried Keith Hertel/ Charles Welton Marco Tana/ Brian Holdenried

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Womens Open Singles Laurie Burke Lina Marcela Duque Allison Callahan Patricia Hudson Alissa Goetz Elizabeth Otto Emily Randall Emily Ottsen

Womens 3.0 Singles 1 Deborah Wagner 2 Diana Stevenson 3 Deborah Dahms Womens 3.5 Singles 1 Michele Walton 2 Rebecca Darding 1 2 3 4

Womens 4.0 Singles Laurie Burke Therese Basham Colleen Corbett Sharon Taysi

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Mixed Open Doubles Marco Tana/ Erica Peterson Cindy Bick/ Matt Mainer Todd Parker/ Erin Kinder Lindsay Smith/ David Reinhart Todd Parker/ Meghan Kiser Todd Parker/ Jennifer Stenson Devan Faulkenberg/ Lauren Szakielo Emily Randall/ Richard Randall

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8.0 Mixed Art Staden/ Libby Sharp Norma Feldman/ Billy Niemann Howard Wright/ Victoria Wright Phil Gammon/ Sharon Sherry Gabriel Vuagniaux/ Debra Haikal Edward Matejcic/ Rose Ann Matejcic

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Kansas Abilene High School Abilene Parks & Recreation Dept.

Arkansas City High School Tennis Club Arkansas City Recreation Department Arkansas City Tennis Association Ashland High School Bethel College Blythe Family Fitness Tennis Body FirstTennis and Fitness Center Buhler Grade School Cheney Recreation Commission City of Wamego Recreation City of Wellington Clearwater USD 264 Collegiate Tennis Organization Council Grove Recreation Department Crestview Country Club Deerfield Recreation Commission Ellsworth High School Emporia Recreation Commission Emporia State University Fort Riley Youth Sports Fredonia Tennis Association Fort Riley Elementary School Garden City Recreation Commission Genesis Racquet Club Genesis Salina Health Genesis West Central Health Goddard Tennis Association Great Bend Recreation Center Hayden High School Hesston USD 460 Hoisington High Holliday Park Kids CTA Holyrood Recreation Commission Hutchinson Recreation Commission Independence Tennis Association Junction City Middle School Kansas State University Kossover Tennis Center Liberal Parks & Recreation Lindsborg Kansas Tennis Association Marysville Tennis Maureen Connolly Brinker Foundation Inc. McAdams Community Tennis Foundation McPherson County Tennis Association Meadowlark Ridge Elementary School Ottawa Recreation Parsons High School Parsons Recreation Commission & CTA Progressive Tennis Ralph Wulz Riverside Tennis Center Salina High School South Salina Parks & Recreation Department Salina South Middle School Schilling Elementary USD 305 Shawnee County Parks & Recreation Sheldon Coleman Tennis Complex Stewart Elementary Sunflower State Games Sunset Elementary School

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Iowa 7 Flags Fitness & Racquet Club Ames Parks & Recreation Ames Racquet & Ftness Center Ankeny Parks and Recreation Art of Conservation, Inc. NJTL Aspen Athletic Clubs Atlantic Community Tennis Association Audubon Tennis Association Augustana College Club Tennis

Vinton Parks & Recreation Dept.

Wakonda Club Waterloo Leisure Services Westfield Tennis Club West Union Park and Recreation Winterset Parks & Recreation

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Heart of America ACT Sport Services Advantage Sport Coatings Aristocrat Motors Tencap League Baldwin City Recreation Commission Blue Hills Country Club Blue Springs Parks & Recreation Department Center Court Tennis Association of Kansas City City of Raymore City of Raytown Parks & Recreation Department City of Sugar Creek Parks & Recreation Clayview Country Club Elite Squad Tennis Club Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation Genesis School Inc. Greater Kansas City Jr Tennis League Hallbrook Country Club Harrisonville Parks & Recreation Heart of America District Heart of America Tennis Buddies Hilltop Racquet Club Homestead Country Club Independence Parks & Recreation Jayhawk Tennis Facility Kansas City United Tennis Kipp Endeavor Academy Lawrence Parks & Recreation Department Lawrence Tennis Association Lee's Summit North High School Lincoln Prep High School Metro East Tennis Center Midtown Tennis Club Northland Racquet Club Overland Park Racquet Club Paul Henson YMCA PDQ Tennis Pioneer Trail Middle School Plaza Tennis Center Polynesian Racket Pro Courts Red Bridge YMCA Rockhurst University Scuola Vita Nuova Charter Seven Bridges HOA Stephanie Waterman Tennis Foundation St. Joseph's Tennis & Swim Club St. Paul’s Episcopal Day School The Barstow School The Kansas City Country Club Tomahawk Underwood Elementary USTA Missouri Valley Wellington Academy of Tennis L.L.C. Westview Elementary Woodside Tennis & Health Club YMCA of Greater Kansas City

Bettendorf Life Fitness Center Bi-State Community Tennis Association Black Hawk Tennis Club Boone Tennis Association Camp Courageous Carroll Parks & Recreation Cedar Rapids Recreation Department Cedar Rapids Tennis Association Central Iowa Tennis Alliance Children & Family Urban Ministries City of Manchester Parks & Recreation City of Sioux City Parks and Recreation Clarinda Recreation Department Clark Racquet Center Clinton Dept. of Parks & Recreation Coralville Parks & Recreation Department Davenport Community School District Davenport Park & Recreation Department Decorah Parks & Recreation Des Moines Golf and Country Club Des Moines Parks & Recreation Drake Tennis Club Drake University Dubuque Golf & Country Club Fairfield Parks & Recreation FasTrac Fort Dodge Tennis Association Four Oaks Family & Children’s Services Glenwood Community High School Glenwood Tennis Association Great River Tennis Association Greater Des Moines Tennis Association Iowa City Parks & Recreation Department Iowa City Tennis Association Iowa State University Tennis Club I.S.P. Tennis Club Leisure Services Department LeMars Area Family YMCA Luther College Marshalltown Parks & Recreation Department Martin Luther King Jr. Center Inc. Mason City Recreation Mayor's Youth Empowerment Program Metropolitan Tennis Association Moline Parks & Recreation Montgomery County YMCA Muscatine Park & Recreation NJTL of Des Moines North Dodge Athletic Club North Polk West Elementary North Scott High Schools Norwalk High School Oelwein Community Schools Okoboji CTA Orthotic & Prosthetic Assistance Fund Inc. Osceola Parks & Recreation Oskaloosa Tennis Club Pella Tennis Association QCA Adaptive Sports Association Quad City Tennis Club SE Iowa CTA Shenandoah Parks & Recreation Special Olympics Iowa SportAbility of Iowa Tennis Umpires of Iowa UNI Tennis Club United Neighbors Inc. University of Iowa Urbandale Parks & Recreation

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Member Organizations The Arc of Butler County The Boys & Girls Club Prairie Band

of The Potawtomi Nation Topeka Tennis Association Washburn University Wheelchair Sports Inc. Wichita Country Club Wichita Public Schools Wichita Tanisha Open Winfield Recreation Commission

North Platte Tennis Association Omaha Clay Court Association Omaha Parks & Recreation Omaha Tennis Association Scottsbluff High School Stolley Park Tennis Buddies Woods Park Tennis Association World Medical Tennis Society York Community Tennis Association

Missouri Boonville Parks & Recreation Boys & Girls Clubs-Springfield Branson Parks & Recreation Dept.

Cape Area Tennis Association Cape Girardeau Parks & Recreation Carthage R-9 School District Caruthersville Parks & Recreation City of California City of Hermann, Parks Department Columbia Parks & Recreation Cooper Tennis Complex Country Club of Missouri Jefferson City Country Club Jefferson City Parks & Recreation Department Joplin Boys & Girls Club Joplin Family YMCA Joplin High School Knob Noster Park and Recreation YTP Logan Rogersville High School Marshall Junior Tennis Marshall Park and Recreation Dept.

Millennium Tennis & Fitness Club Missouri Southern State University Missouri State High School MST Tennis Club Poplar Bluff Parks & Recreation Department Rogersville Community Betterment Group Rolla Parks & Recreation Sedalia Parks & Recreation Springfield Tennis Association The Joplin Parks & Recreation Department Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School Truman State University USTA Missouri District Warrensburg Parks & Recreation Willow Spring School District

Oklahoma Ada Schools Ada Tennis Club Advantage in Sports Foundation Anadarko Public Schools Bartlesville Tennis Association Inc. Britton Christian Church Cascia Hall Preparatory School Chickasaw Nation City of Enid Park Board City of McAlester DTPA Duncan High School Earlywine Tennis Center Edmond Junior Tennis Foundation Edmond Tennis Association Elk City Tennis Association Enid Tennis Association Guthrie Junior Tennis Henryetta Tennis Association Heritage Hall Indian Springs Country Club Jenks West Elementary Kickingbird Tennis Center Lafortune Tennis Center/Tulsa County Parks Lawton Tennis Association McClemdon Tennis Center Metro Christian Academy Millwood Public Schools Muskogee Parks & Recreation Norman Tennis Association North Tulsa Tennis Association Oak Tree Country Club Oakwood Country Club Oklahoma City Golf And Country Club Oklahoma City Tennis Center Oklahoma Tennis Coaches Association OU Tennis Club Pauls Valley Tennis Association Philcrest Hills Tennis Club Philcrest Ladies Tennis Association Roosevelt Elementary School Shadow Mountain Racquet Club South Oklahoma City CTA Stillwater Tennis Association Tennis Competitors-Tulsa Tennis Connection The Grand Health & Racquet Club The Greens Country Club Tulsa Area Tennis Association Tulsa Park & Recreation Tulsa Tennis Club University of Tulsa Weatherford Parks & Recreation Westwood Tennis Center Willow Creek Country Club Youth At Heart Inc.

Nebraska Arlington Youth Tennis City of Bellevue Recreation Department City of Scottsbluff Parks & Recreation Columbus Community Tennis Association Council Bluffs Park & Recreation Department Fremont Family YMCA Fremont Tennis Association Friends of Woods Tennis, Inc. Grand Island Tennis Association Horizon Middle School Justin Balfany Memorial Tennis Association Kearney Parks And Recreation Kearney Tennis Association Lexington Tennis Association Lincoln Tennis Association Nebraska Tennis Center Norfolk, Nebraska Community Tennis North American Martyrs School North Platte Parks & Recreation

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St. Louis Alton Park & Recreation Department Ballys Dorsett Beginner’s World Tennis Bellefontaine Neighbors Belleville Township High School Brentwood Parks & Recreation City of Belleville Parks and Recreation City of Fairview Heights City of O'Fallon Parks & Recreation City of Washington Parks & Recreation Department Clayton Parks & Recreation Department Collinsville Area Recreation District Collinsville High School Craigwell, Inc. Creve Coeur Parks & Recreation Creve Coeur Racquet Club Des Peres Parks & Recreation Disabled Athlete Sports Association Dwight Davis Tennis Center Edwardsville High School Edwardsville YMCA EGHM Foundation Eureka Parks & Recreation Department Forest Lake Tennis Club Francis Howell North High School Franklin County Community Tennis Assocation Frontenac Racquet Club Gibault Catholic High School Hazelwood Parks & Recreation Incarnate Word Academy Jamaa Learning Center Just US Tennis Foundation Kings Point Racquet Club Kirkwood Parks and Recreation Department Ladue Middle School Lafayette High School Lewis & Clark Community College Maplewood Richmond School District McKelvey Elementary School Mehlville School District Mid County YMCA Net Rushers Tennis Association O'Fallon Township High School Old Warson Country Club Riverbend Community Center St. Charles Parks & Recreation Department St. Clair Tennis Club St. Louis Aces St. Louis Country Club St. Louis District Tennis Association Steel Shop Tennis Club Sunset Hills Parks And Recreation Sunset Tennis Center The Club at Chesterfield The Daybreak Inc. The Gateway Confluence Wheelchair Sports Tower Grove Park Triple A Youth Foundation University City Park & Recreation Department Vetta Sports Concord Washington University Watson Trail Park Webster Groves Tennis Center Wentzville Parks & Recreation West James Courts Inc. Woodsmill Racquet Club

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