https://simplecast.com Here To Serve Welcome to our “Here To Serve” series of video and podcast discussions. We speak with guests on happenings throughout our tennis ecosystem, from how to level up your game to discussions on improving the tennis experience. These videos will be posted on the USTA Florida YouTube channel every other Wednesday. en Wed, 7 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Wed, 7 Jan 2026 17:00:12 +0000 https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Here To Serve https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/3b136678-be60-4c10-a15c-4ac6e8a859d5/6b012123-6165-4aae-ad8c-eda87ae7e8d0/3000x3000/logo-usta-fl.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve episodic Welcome to our “Here To Serve” series of video and podcast discussions. We speak with guests on happenings throughout our tennis ecosystem, from how to level up your game to discussions on improving the tennis experience. These videos will be posted on the USTA Florida YouTube channel every other Wednesday. USTA Florida false https://feeds.simplecast.com/h3dVWFpJ tennis, florida USTA Florida info@ustaflorida.com 4d6dc1ad-b318-4542-afaf-163bd0beb513 The Impact of Tennis Academies on Player Development Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 7 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jay Gooding - Gooding Todero Academy Founder & Head Coach, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> The Impact of Tennis Academies on Player Development Jay Gooding - Gooding Todero Academy Founder & Head Coach, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:35:09 On this episode of Here to Serve, we sit down with Jay Gooding, renowned tennis coach and co-founder of Gooding Todero Academy in Lake Nona, Florida. Jay shares insights on what makes Florida a global hub for junior tennis development, the evolution of high-performance training since the Bollettieri era, and the role academies play in shaping the future of the sport. We discuss the differences between public and private academies, what parents should look for when choosing a training program, and practical advice for young players chasing their tennis dreams. On this episode of Here to Serve, we sit down with Jay Gooding, renowned tennis coach and co-founder of Gooding Todero Academy in Lake Nona, Florida. Jay shares insights on what makes Florida a global hub for junior tennis development, the evolution of high-performance training since the Bollettieri era, and the role academies play in shaping the future of the sport. We discuss the differences between public and private academies, what parents should look for when choosing a training program, and practical advice for young players chasing their tennis dreams. false full 138 d4c5afe7-49d9-4d5c-9319-f83d0b6e4fb7 Legacy of the Orange Bowl Tennis Championships Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 5 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Eric Poms - Orange Bowl CEO, Doug Wiley - Orange Bowl International Tennis Championships Chair of the Board, Scott Pukys - Director of Tennis at The Jimmy Evert Tennis Center, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Legacy of the Orange Bowl Tennis Championships Eric Poms - Orange Bowl CEO, Doug Wiley - Orange Bowl International Tennis Championships Chair of the Board, Scott Pukys - Director of Tennis at The Jimmy Evert Tennis Center, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:23:42 On this Here to Serve episode, Laura Bowen is joined by Doug Wiley, the Chair of the Board of the Orange Bowl International Tennis Championships, Eric Poms, the Chief Executive Officer of the Orange Bowl, as well as Scott Pukys, Director of Tennis at The Jimmy Evert Tennis Center. Learn about the deep history of the Orange Bowl Tennis Championships, from its early days under Jimmy Evert to why it has always been played in a public park and tons more! On this Here to Serve episode, Laura Bowen is joined by Doug Wiley, the Chair of the Board of the Orange Bowl International Tennis Championships, Eric Poms, the Chief Executive Officer of the Orange Bowl, as well as Scott Pukys, Director of Tennis at The Jimmy Evert Tennis Center. Learn about the deep history of the Orange Bowl Tennis Championships, from its early days under Jimmy Evert to why it has always been played in a public park and tons more! here2serve, heretoserve, tennis, orange bowl tennis, florida, orange bowl, usta florida, florida tennis, usta, here to serve false full 137 61109b5d-d7ea-4252-a05a-da3f406ac35b Preparing for USTA Florida's 76th Annual Meeting Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Donn Davis - USTA Florida Section Foundation Vice President) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Preparing for USTA Florida's 76th Annual Meeting Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Donn Davis - USTA Florida Section Foundation Vice President 00:09:30 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by former USTA Florida Foundation President Donn Davis to talk about the 2025 Annual Meeting, what will be voted on, and everything else you need to know before you attend this year's meeting. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by former USTA Florida Foundation President Donn Davis to talk about the 2025 Annual Meeting, what will be voted on, and everything else you need to know before you attend this year's meeting. here2serve, heretoserve, tennis, florida, usta florida, florida tennis, here to serve false full 136 6aa7c0e6-18e9-46ba-9459-f23883fa6cfd Technology and AI Shaping Leadership Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 8 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Joe Watson - Professor of Practice at Arizona State University, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Technology and AI Shaping Leadership Joe Watson - Professor of Practice at Arizona State University, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:27:49 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Joe Watson, a Professor of Practice at Arizona State University to talk about all things leadership. Learn from Watson as he talks about innovation and technology, specifically the future of AI and how it is shaping leadership across the world. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Joe Watson, a Professor of Practice at Arizona State University to talk about all things leadership. Learn from Watson as he talks about innovation and technology, specifically the future of AI and how it is shaping leadership across the world. here2serve, heretoserve, tennis, florida, usta florida, florida tennis, joe watson, here to serve false full 135 61df1bc2-2519-41d9-9da8-6a082a77933a Supporting Local Advocates Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Supporting Local Advocates Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:53:42 USTA Florida hosted its first Advocacy Workshop at the Palm Beach Gardens Tennis and Pickleball Center. On this episode of the Here to Serve podcast, USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen, takes a deep dive with local advocates in the City of Palm Beach Gardens. Listen to how the panel played out with city officials, local advocates and others as USTA Florida works to build a better tennis for all. USTA Florida hosted its first Advocacy Workshop at the Palm Beach Gardens Tennis and Pickleball Center. On this episode of the Here to Serve podcast, USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen, takes a deep dive with local advocates in the City of Palm Beach Gardens. Listen to how the panel played out with city officials, local advocates and others as USTA Florida works to build a better tennis for all. here2serve, heretoserve, tennis, usta florida, tennis advocacy, advocacy, usta, here to serve false full 134 10f73d0e-c2a4-4e32-af72-c3e90dec10a6 Growth, Access, and the Future of Public Tennis Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Matt Pressman - Florida Tennis Editor and Publisher) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Growth, Access, and the Future of Public Tennis Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Matt Pressman - Florida Tennis Editor and Publisher 00:37:29 In this special crossover episode of the Here to Serve podcast, USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen, sits down with Matt Pressman, Editor of Florida Tennis Magazine, for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolution of tennis in Florida. From the impact of the 75th anniversary to the challenges facing public tennis centers, Laura shares insights on how USTA Florida is adapting, growing, and serving diverse communities across the state. In this special crossover episode of the Here to Serve podcast, USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen, sits down with Matt Pressman, Editor of Florida Tennis Magazine, for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolution of tennis in Florida. From the impact of the 75th anniversary to the challenges facing public tennis centers, Laura shares insights on how USTA Florida is adapting, growing, and serving diverse communities across the state. false full 133 b076efce-355d-41c3-8039-242d64ff614b Advocacy in Action Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 28 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Christine Ducey - USTA Florida Director of Advocacy, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Advocacy in Action Christine Ducey - USTA Florida Director of Advocacy, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:38:20 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by USTA Florida Director of Advocacy, Christine Ducey. Learn about Christine's background in tennis, what USTA Florida is doing to advocate for a better tennis ecosystem, what projects the USTA Florida Advocacy Team is working on and much more! On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by USTA Florida Director of Advocacy, Christine Ducey. Learn about Christine's background in tennis, what USTA Florida is doing to advocate for a better tennis ecosystem, what projects the USTA Florida Advocacy Team is working on and much more! false full 132 10694afd-07be-4ee2-9fdc-db2fd09c61c8 SwingVision & Technology in Tennis Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 14 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, George Opelka - SwingVision) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> SwingVision & Technology in Tennis Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, George Opelka - SwingVision 00:23:41 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by George Opelka, the Head of Pro Player Relations at SwingVision. The two sit down to discuss SwingVision over the past year since its launch, what has changed, how its impacting tennis at the collegiate level, and how AI & technology in tennis is evolving the sport. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by George Opelka, the Head of Pro Player Relations at SwingVision. The two sit down to discuss SwingVision over the past year since its launch, what has changed, how its impacting tennis at the collegiate level, and how AI & technology in tennis is evolving the sport. false full 131 d14fc00d-1505-42c8-abf0-01b3c284f9b6 ASU + GSV Summit with HBCU Tennis Star Genesis Whitelock Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Genesis Whitelock - Florida A&M Tennis, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> ASU + GSV Summit with HBCU Tennis Star Genesis Whitelock Genesis Whitelock - Florida A&M Tennis, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:12:26 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is live at the ASU + GSV Summit (Arizona State University and Global Silicon Valley) with HBCU Tennis star Genesis Whitelock. USTA Florida, a sponsor of the summit brought Genesis along to learn from the summit and share her experiences. The Florida A&M University Junior has been making a massive impact on and off the tennis courts. Learn about her journey as a child prodigy to a college athletes and what her future holds. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is live at the ASU + GSV Summit (Arizona State University and Global Silicon Valley) with HBCU Tennis star Genesis Whitelock. USTA Florida, a sponsor of the summit brought Genesis along to learn from the summit and share her experiences. The Florida A&M University Junior has been making a massive impact on and off the tennis courts. Learn about her journey as a child prodigy to a college athletes and what her future holds. false full 130 19a74fa8-03f4-4543-8ec6-1de4ade6e94d ASU + GSV Summit with HBCU Football Star Nay'Ron Jenkins Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Nay'Ron Jenkins - Florida A&M Football, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> ASU + GSV Summit with HBCU Football Star Nay'Ron Jenkins Nay'Ron Jenkins - Florida A&M Football, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:09:49 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is live at the ASU + GSV Summit (Arizona State University and Global Silicon Valley) with HBCU Football star Nay'Ron Jenkins. USTA Florida, a sponsor of the summit brought Nay'Ron along to learn from the summit and share his experiences. The Florida A&M University Junior is a leader both on and off the field. Learn about his childhood, journey to FAMU, and what he has learned from attending a HBCU. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is live at the ASU + GSV Summit (Arizona State University and Global Silicon Valley) with HBCU Football star Nay'Ron Jenkins. USTA Florida, a sponsor of the summit brought Nay'Ron along to learn from the summit and share his experiences. The Florida A&M University Junior is a leader both on and off the field. Learn about his childhood, journey to FAMU, and what he has learned from attending a HBCU. false full 129 ba05f2ca-9a11-438f-944c-a5ef11147f3f Live From the ASU + GSV Summit Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 9 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Tiffany Taylor - ASU+GSV Summit Partner & Co-President, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida 2021-2022 President) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Live From the ASU + GSV Summit Tiffany Taylor - ASU+GSV Summit Partner & Co-President, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida 2021-2022 President 00:11:33 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is live at the ASU + GSV Summit (Arizona State University and Global Silicon Valley) with former USTA Florida President Dana Andrews, and Tiffany Taylor, Partner and Co-President of the summit. USTA Florida is a proud sponsor of the event. Learn things from steps in innovation for the HBCU space to educations advancements. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is live at the ASU + GSV Summit (Arizona State University and Global Silicon Valley) with former USTA Florida President Dana Andrews, and Tiffany Taylor, Partner and Co-President of the summit. USTA Florida is a proud sponsor of the event. Learn things from steps in innovation for the HBCU space to educations advancements. false full 128 b5400fd3-1b57-4c52-8a89-c8384bd85505 Women Excellence Fueling Generations Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jolynn Smith - President of the Whirlwind Johnson Foundation, Michelle Curry - Administrator of Althea Gibson's Estate, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Women Excellence Fueling Generations Jolynn Smith - President of the Whirlwind Johnson Foundation, Michelle Curry - Administrator of Althea Gibson's Estate, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:55:24 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by two wonderful women. Jolynn Smith, President of the Whirlwind Johnson Foundation, and Michelle Curry, Administrator of Althea Gibson's Estate sit down on the podcast to discuss everything from Women's History Month, their success stories on and off the courts, how they are inspiring the future generation of women, and much more! On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by two wonderful women. Jolynn Smith, President of the Whirlwind Johnson Foundation, and Michelle Curry, Administrator of Althea Gibson's Estate sit down on the podcast to discuss everything from Women's History Month, their success stories on and off the courts, how they are inspiring the future generation of women, and much more! tennis, usta florida, florida tennis, althea gibson, usta false full 127 635a17ed-83f2-472b-aa94-f6dc7411a9b7 Behind the Success of Cici Bellis Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (USTA Florida) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Behind the Success of Cici Bellis USTA Florida 00:11:22 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by CiCi Bellis who shares her journey from a young top professional tennis player to a female venture capital firm owner. In celebration of Women's History Month, CiCi discusses how tennis shaped her leadership skills and her excitement for the future of the sport as a member of the 2025-2026 USTA Board of Directors. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by CiCi Bellis who shares her journey from a young top professional tennis player to a female venture capital firm owner. In celebration of Women's History Month, CiCi discusses how tennis shaped her leadership skills and her excitement for the future of the sport as a member of the 2025-2026 USTA Board of Directors. false full 126 f88c077c-f599-4cfb-9c4c-4036208fd139 Teaming Up to Expand Access Through Education and Tennis Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Tiffany Taylor - ASU+GSV Summit Partner & Co-President, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida 2021-2022 President) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Teaming Up to Expand Access Through Education and Tennis Tiffany Taylor - ASU+GSV Summit Partner & Co-President, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida 2021-2022 President 00:42:53 USTA Florida is a proud partner of this year's ASU + GSV Summit (Arizona State University and Global Silicon Valley) taking place in California on April 6 through 9. On this episode of Here to Serve, learn how USTA Florida and GSV are partnering to advance equity, opportunity, and access within the education and innovation ecosystems. USTA Florida is a proud partner of this year's ASU + GSV Summit (Arizona State University and Global Silicon Valley) taking place in California on April 6 through 9. On this episode of Here to Serve, learn how USTA Florida and GSV are partnering to advance equity, opportunity, and access within the education and innovation ecosystems. false full 125 79451b0e-9c51-458a-8594-2bd21b0cd37c Breaking Barriers Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 5 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Kennis Collins - Play Tennis Gainesville Head Tennis Pro, Glenn Gilliam - Executive Director Strategic Partnerships for the Althea Gibson Film Project & Screening Tour, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, George Henry - Play Tennis Gainesville Director of Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Breaking Barriers Kennis Collins - Play Tennis Gainesville Head Tennis Pro, Glenn Gilliam - Executive Director Strategic Partnerships for the Althea Gibson Film Project & Screening Tour, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, George Henry - Play Tennis Gainesville Director of Tennis 00:50:52 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Play Tennis Gainesville's George Henry and Ken Collins, as well as, Glenn Gilliam to discuss breaking barriers in tennis and the professional industry. Learn about their work with AMPLIFY, the American Tennis Association, and HBCUS growth. Also, hear Glenn detail his experience honoring the legendary Althea Gibson and much more. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Play Tennis Gainesville's George Henry and Ken Collins, as well as, Glenn Gilliam to discuss breaking barriers in tennis and the professional industry. Learn about their work with AMPLIFY, the American Tennis Association, and HBCUS growth. Also, hear Glenn detail his experience honoring the legendary Althea Gibson and much more. false full 124 6647ec83-ec72-45ee-95c4-197a5f5855c3 Meet USTA President Brian Vahaly Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 29 Jan 2025 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Brian Vahaly - USTA President, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Meet USTA President Brian Vahaly Brian Vahaly - USTA President, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:37:41 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Brian Vahaly, the newest USTA President. As a former tennis professional, Vahaly brings a wide range of experience the USTA. In this podcast, learn about his skillset, how USTA is developing top players and coaches to benefit local communities, and what you can do to help the game of tennis continue to grow. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Brian Vahaly, the newest USTA President. As a former tennis professional, Vahaly brings a wide range of experience the USTA. In this podcast, learn about his skillset, how USTA is developing top players and coaches to benefit local communities, and what you can do to help the game of tennis continue to grow. false full 123 9133a641-fe69-4c3b-ac80-d57a66bd815a Managing Public Racquet Sport Facilities Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Wendy Tatum - Palm Beach Gardens Tennis & Pickleball Center, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Managing Public Racquet Sport Facilities Wendy Tatum - Palm Beach Gardens Tennis & Pickleball Center, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:27:43 On this episode of Here to Serve, USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen, sits down with Wendy Tatum, Director of Tennis at the Palm Beach Gardens Tennis & Pickleball Center. Discover what makes PBGT&PBC unique as a public tennis center, the driving forces behind its expansion, and how pickleball was integrated into the facility. Learn about Wendy’s approach to programming and staffing, balancing member needs with community access, and best practices for managing pickleball at public racquet facilities. Whether you’re managing a facility or advocating for better tennis ecosystems, this episode is packed with valuable insights and advice! On this episode of Here to Serve, USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen, sits down with Wendy Tatum, Director of Tennis at the Palm Beach Gardens Tennis & Pickleball Center. Discover what makes PBGT&PBC unique as a public tennis center, the driving forces behind its expansion, and how pickleball was integrated into the facility. Learn about Wendy’s approach to programming and staffing, balancing member needs with community access, and best practices for managing pickleball at public racquet facilities. Whether you’re managing a facility or advocating for better tennis ecosystems, this episode is packed with valuable insights and advice! false full 122 29d69fd2-4fb8-4367-8cc2-a32f879b35de Why Forward Thinking is Essential Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:05:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Chuck Gill - USTA Florida President-Elect, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Why Forward Thinking is Essential Chuck Gill - USTA Florida President-Elect, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:22:38 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by 2025-2026 USTA Florida President, Chuck Gill. They sit down to discuss the five new women Board Members, the future of Florida Tennis and its volunteer structure, and why it’s important to have forward-thinking people in leadership roles. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by 2025-2026 USTA Florida President, Chuck Gill. They sit down to discuss the five new women Board Members, the future of Florida Tennis and its volunteer structure, and why it’s important to have forward-thinking people in leadership roles. false full 121 8fec82fc-6e7a-42ef-8ca6-b8cdb0198031 Five Innovative Women Join Board of Directors Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Lezita Davis - USTA Florida Board Member, Jane Wahl - USTA Florida Board Member, Tracy Almeda-Singian - USTA Florida Board Member, Meika Ashby - USTA Florida Board Member, Trishna Patel - USTA Florida Board Member, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Five Innovative Women Join Board of Directors Lezita Davis - USTA Florida Board Member, Jane Wahl - USTA Florida Board Member, Tracy Almeda-Singian - USTA Florida Board Member, Meika Ashby - USTA Florida Board Member, Trishna Patel - USTA Florida Board Member, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:36:27 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Lezita Davis, Jane Wahl, Tracy Almeda-Singian, Meika Ashby, and Trishna Patel, who are the five women joining the USTA Florida Board of Directors for 2025-2026. Learn what brought them into tennis, what strengths they’re bringing to the board, and why it’s important to have women represented in leadership roles. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Lezita Davis, Jane Wahl, Tracy Almeda-Singian, Meika Ashby, and Trishna Patel, who are the five women joining the USTA Florida Board of Directors for 2025-2026. Learn what brought them into tennis, what strengths they’re bringing to the board, and why it’s important to have women represented in leadership roles. false full 120 f9cba425-a45d-4d76-9c91-a8b359a28598 Tennis is the Best Investment Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Thu, 7 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Greg Pepitone - Tourism Economics, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Brad West - USTA FL Data Analytics & CRM Coordinator) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Tennis is the Best Investment Greg Pepitone - Tourism Economics, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Brad West - USTA FL Data Analytics & CRM Coordinator 00:25:40 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Greg Pepitone, the Associate Director at Tourism Economics and Brad West of USTA Florida. Learn about how Florida tennis is still growing everyday, why research and data is important to making changes in the space, and much more. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Greg Pepitone, the Associate Director at Tourism Economics and Brad West of USTA Florida. Learn about how Florida tennis is still growing everyday, why research and data is important to making changes in the space, and much more. false full 119 f8b4f66e-7e5b-4642-b190-3bcc6200ee66 Annual Meeting of the Membership Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 2 Oct 2024 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Donn Davis - USTA Florida Bylaws Committee Chair, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Annual Meeting of the Membership Donn Davis - USTA Florida Bylaws Committee Chair, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:14:24 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Donn Davis to preview what to expect at the 75th Annual Meeting of the Membership. Interested in attending? Visit ustaflorida.com/am2024 to learn more about how you can attend the virtual meeting. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Donn Davis to preview what to expect at the 75th Annual Meeting of the Membership. Interested in attending? Visit ustaflorida.com/am2024 to learn more about how you can attend the virtual meeting. false full 118 2051b4ad-759e-4480-a56f-7517e9a06501 Advocating for a Better Tennis Ecosystem Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Christine Ducey - Director of Advocacy, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida 2021-2022 President, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Advocating for a Better Tennis Ecosystem Christine Ducey - Director of Advocacy, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida 2021-2022 President, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:34:44 On this Here to Serve Episode, Laura Bowen is joined by USTA Florida Past President, Dana Andrews, and Director of Advocacy, Christine Ducey to talk about USTA Florida's efforts in advocating for a better tennis ecosystem. Hear insights on what the organization plans to do moving forward, how learned experiences are preparing USTA Florida to lend a helping hand, especially in public parks, and much more! On this Here to Serve Episode, Laura Bowen is joined by USTA Florida Past President, Dana Andrews, and Director of Advocacy, Christine Ducey to talk about USTA Florida's efforts in advocating for a better tennis ecosystem. Hear insights on what the organization plans to do moving forward, how learned experiences are preparing USTA Florida to lend a helping hand, especially in public parks, and much more! false full 117 3f0457e5-cceb-4761-8433-8a62de464fb4 Broadcasting the Game We Love Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Broadcasting the Game We Love Blair Henley, Laura Bowen – Executive Director 00:56:59 On this Here to Serve Podcast Episode, Laura Bowen is joined by Blair Henley, an on-camera host, reporter, and interviewer. Learn the ins and outs of tennis media from interviewing players after tough matches to being the emcee at tennis events like the US Open. Also, learn what challenges she faces as a woman in the tennis industry and what she did to overcome those obstacles to reach the positions she's in today. On this Here to Serve Podcast Episode, Laura Bowen is joined by Blair Henley, an on-camera host, reporter, and interviewer. Learn the ins and outs of tennis media from interviewing players after tough matches to being the emcee at tennis events like the US Open. Also, learn what challenges she faces as a woman in the tennis industry and what she did to overcome those obstacles to reach the positions she's in today. false full 116 4420dbaf-cc5e-4b2c-ac7c-b6d8f9af5e23 Inside Florida Tennis Magazine Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Fri, 17 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Matt Pressman - Florida Tennis Editor and Publisher, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Inside Florida Tennis Magazine Matt Pressman - Florida Tennis Editor and Publisher, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:49:12 On this Here To Serve Episode, USTA Florida's Executive Director, Laura Bowen sits down with special guest Matt Pressman, Editor and Publisher of Florida Tennis Magazine. Discover Matt's journey from his childhood to his passion for tennis and writing. Learn about his Florida roots and the inception of Florida Tennis Magazine. Explore his experiences and insights, including his relationship with Jim Martz, the Founder of the Magazine, and the challenges of magazine publishing. On this Here To Serve Episode, USTA Florida's Executive Director, Laura Bowen sits down with special guest Matt Pressman, Editor and Publisher of Florida Tennis Magazine. Discover Matt's journey from his childhood to his passion for tennis and writing. Learn about his Florida roots and the inception of Florida Tennis Magazine. Explore his experiences and insights, including his relationship with Jim Martz, the Founder of the Magazine, and the challenges of magazine publishing. false full 115 7ad36cd8-a27a-40d6-84c2-a38dc160ef59 Florida's Prestigious Junior Orange Bowl Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 3 Apr 2024 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Orange Bowl CEO - Eric Poms, USTA FL Executive Director - Laura Bowen) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Florida's Prestigious Junior Orange Bowl Orange Bowl CEO - Eric Poms, USTA FL Executive Director - Laura Bowen 00:38:48 On this Here to Serve Episode, Laura Bowen is joined by Eric Poms, CEO of the Orange Bowl to talk about everything related to the famous junior tennis tournament. Learn about the rich history of the Orange Bowl, its economic impact on the community, the number of junior players that partake in this event, and so much more. On this Here to Serve Episode, Laura Bowen is joined by Eric Poms, CEO of the Orange Bowl to talk about everything related to the famous junior tennis tournament. Learn about the rich history of the Orange Bowl, its economic impact on the community, the number of junior players that partake in this event, and so much more. false full 114 b35fac1d-f453-49eb-8419-1c9c8ebec9d8 Closing the Gender Coaching Gap Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Sarah McQuade Founding Director - e.t.c coaching consultants, Linda Low Senior Consultant - e.t.c coaching consultants, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Closing the Gender Coaching Gap Sarah McQuade Founding Director - e.t.c coaching consultants, Linda Low Senior Consultant - e.t.c coaching consultants, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:55:28 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by e.t.c coaching consultants founder Sarah McQuade, and Linda Low, a Senior Consultant to talk about the Women in Tennis Coaching Landscape. Women are heavily underrepresented in coaching but with advocating and pushing for more women opportunities, there are ways to close the gap. Learn from e.t.c coaching consultant's finest on how to get involved with this aspect of tennis. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by e.t.c coaching consultants founder Sarah McQuade, and Linda Low, a Senior Consultant to talk about the Women in Tennis Coaching Landscape. Women are heavily underrepresented in coaching but with advocating and pushing for more women opportunities, there are ways to close the gap. Learn from e.t.c coaching consultant's finest on how to get involved with this aspect of tennis. false full 113 405793d1-c0ee-4de4-bdc3-92e41521e8cd Inside the Walls of PTR Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 6 Mar 2024 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Dan Santorum - PTR CEO, Brian Parkkonen - PTR COO, Milena Vidos - PTR Director of Education and Diversity, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Inside the Walls of PTR Dan Santorum - PTR CEO, Brian Parkkonen - PTR COO, Milena Vidos - PTR Director of Education and Diversity, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:47:01 On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) CEO, Dan Santorum, the COO, Brian Parkkonen, and Director of Education and Diversity, Milena Vidos to talk all about PTR. The organization has left Hilton Head and joins the tennis world in Florida. Learn about their move to the Sunshine State, the evolution of coaching, and challenges PTR faces to advance growth in the space. On this episode of Here to Serve, Laura Bowen is joined by Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) CEO, Dan Santorum, the COO, Brian Parkkonen, and Director of Education and Diversity, Milena Vidos to talk all about PTR. The organization has left Hilton Head and joins the tennis world in Florida. Learn about their move to the Sunshine State, the evolution of coaching, and challenges PTR faces to advance growth in the space. false full 112 32905526-b002-4cfe-8cde-aa2fc8cff84b Widening the HBCU Tennis Landscape Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 21 Feb 2024 17:18:31 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (George Henry - Play Tennis Gainesville Director of Tennis, Rochelle "Nikki" Houston - Florida A&M University Director of Tennis, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Widening the HBCU Tennis Landscape George Henry - Play Tennis Gainesville Director of Tennis, Rochelle "Nikki" Houston - Florida A&M University Director of Tennis, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:31:18 On this episode of Here to Serve, USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen is joined by Florida A&M University Tennis Head Coach Rochelle "Nikki" Houston and Play Tennis Gainesville Director of Tennis George Henry, who coached at Bethune-Cookman, another HBUC. Learn about the rich history of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Florida, how the landscape for them is expanding, and how tennis at these colleges and universities has developed over the last 75 years. On this episode of Here to Serve, USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen is joined by Florida A&M University Tennis Head Coach Rochelle "Nikki" Houston and Play Tennis Gainesville Director of Tennis George Henry, who coached at Bethune-Cookman, another HBUC. Learn about the rich history of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Florida, how the landscape for them is expanding, and how tennis at these colleges and universities has developed over the last 75 years. false full 111 dfdbe36d-04c6-4c71-9008-c75fab998d6e Transforming Tennis Through Board Leadership Learn more by visiting USTAFlorida.com.

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]]> Wed, 7 Feb 2024 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Chuck Gill - USTA Florida President-Elect, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Learn more by visiting USTAFlorida.com.

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]]> Transforming Tennis Through Board Leadership Chuck Gill - USTA Florida President-Elect, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:43:50 Join Laura Bowen and USTA Florida Board President-Elect, Chuck Gill on this episode of Here to Serve. Learn why he first got involved with tennis, what made him want to serve on the USTA Florida Board of Directors, and much more! The USTA Florida and USTA Florida Foundation Board of Directors application is now live and we want you to apply! Join Laura Bowen and USTA Florida Board President-Elect, Chuck Gill on this episode of Here to Serve. Learn why he first got involved with tennis, what made him want to serve on the USTA Florida Board of Directors, and much more! The USTA Florida and USTA Florida Foundation Board of Directors application is now live and we want you to apply! false full 110 a22bcc44-d902-4890-9361-c10e379561ea USPTA & Coaching Innovation Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 24 Jan 2024 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Brian Dillman - USPTA CEO, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> USPTA & Coaching Innovation Brian Dillman - USPTA CEO, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:35:34 On this episode of Here to Serve, USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen sits down with USPTA CEO, Brian Dillman to talk about one of the hottest topics in all of tennis; coaching. Learn about what is working well in the coaching space, why tennis needs more certified professionals, and what innovative changes are being made. On this episode of Here to Serve, USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen sits down with USPTA CEO, Brian Dillman to talk about one of the hottest topics in all of tennis; coaching. Learn about what is working well in the coaching space, why tennis needs more certified professionals, and what innovative changes are being made. false full 109 51f421ec-294b-4506-a924-a7ea6c097414 Growth, Learning, and Leadership Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 10 Jan 2024 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Natalia Pedroza - USTA Sr. Dir. of Growth Learning and Leadership, Rory Curren - USTA Dir. of Growth Learning and Leadership, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Growth, Learning, and Leadership Natalia Pedroza - USTA Sr. Dir. of Growth Learning and Leadership, Rory Curren - USTA Dir. of Growth Learning and Leadership, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:48:30 As 2024 gets underway, the first Here to Serve podcast of the year features USTA Growth, Learning, and Leadership Team members Natalie Pedroza and Rory Curren. Join us as USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen asks the guests what goes into goal planning, how to focus on professional growth, and how to use the resources around you. As 2024 gets underway, the first Here to Serve podcast of the year features USTA Growth, Learning, and Leadership Team members Natalie Pedroza and Rory Curren. Join us as USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen asks the guests what goes into goal planning, how to focus on professional growth, and how to use the resources around you. false full 108 8153b06a-b282-4398-b128-92ccb51deabe USTA Florida 75th Anniversary Preview Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 6 Dec 2023 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Amy Barnhart - USTA Florida Director of Marketing and Communications, Phil Girardi - USTA Florida President, Laura Bowen – USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> USTA Florida 75th Anniversary Preview Amy Barnhart - USTA Florida Director of Marketing and Communications, Phil Girardi - USTA Florida President, Laura Bowen – USTA Florida Executive Director 00:15:03 USTA Florida is celebrating 75 years of Florida tennis and we are excited to commemorate this tremendous occasion with our community. On this Here to Serve Episode, hear from Board President, Phil Girardi and Director of Marketing and Communications, Amy Barnhart as they break down everything from Event Kits to how you can join in on the festivities. USTA Florida is celebrating 75 years of Florida tennis and we are excited to commemorate this tremendous occasion with our community. On this Here to Serve Episode, hear from Board President, Phil Girardi and Director of Marketing and Communications, Amy Barnhart as they break down everything from Event Kits to how you can join in on the festivities. false full 107 60d310fc-3b47-42be-abf5-1ffdf3410670 Where Leadership Meets Innovation Click the links below for a visual reference of the analytics in the podcast and check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2023 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Lew Sherr - USTA CEO) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Click the links below for a visual reference of the analytics in the podcast and check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Where Leadership Meets Innovation Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Lew Sherr - USTA CEO 00:32:26 USTA CEO, Lew Sherr joins the Here to Serve Podcast to talk about everything about being an innovative leader. Learn from the person at the helm of USTA how innovation is a key pillar of leadership, what must be down in order to create more leaders, and what challenges the tennis industry faces with 2024 on the horizon. USTA CEO, Lew Sherr joins the Here to Serve Podcast to talk about everything about being an innovative leader. Learn from the person at the helm of USTA how innovation is a key pillar of leadership, what must be down in order to create more leaders, and what challenges the tennis industry faces with 2024 on the horizon. false full 106 da091a7f-969c-419e-aab9-f516ac4079c0 Utilizing Analytics to Expand Tennis Click the links below for a visual reference of the analytics in the podcast and check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 8 Nov 2023 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Brad West - USTA FL Data Analytics & CRM Coordinator, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Click the links below for a visual reference of the analytics in the podcast and check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Utilizing Analytics to Expand Tennis Brad West - USTA FL Data Analytics & CRM Coordinator, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:29:17 USTA Florida's Data Analytics & CRM Coordinator, Brad West joins the Here to Serve podcast to break down business insights and data. Learn the difference between the two, why each is important, and how USTA Florida is using analytics to continue the growth of grassroot tennis across the state. USTA Florida's Data Analytics & CRM Coordinator, Brad West joins the Here to Serve podcast to break down business insights and data. Learn the difference between the two, why each is important, and how USTA Florida is using analytics to continue the growth of grassroot tennis across the state. false full 105 0021d6f6-0082-450c-aff6-9b97fc0932ce Qualities of Great Industry Leaders Check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Antoinetta Mosley - Courage Candy Co., Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Qualities of Great Industry Leaders Antoinetta Mosley - Courage Candy Co., Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:54:45 Laura Bowen sits down with Antoinetta Mosely, the Chief Encouragement Office at Courage Candy Co. on this Here to Serve Podcast episode. Learn what qualities a good leader posses, how to embrace diversity, and why it's important to adapt to the environment, not just in tennis, but in your everyday life. Laura Bowen sits down with Antoinetta Mosely, the Chief Encouragement Office at Courage Candy Co. on this Here to Serve Podcast episode. Learn what qualities a good leader posses, how to embrace diversity, and why it's important to adapt to the environment, not just in tennis, but in your everyday life. false full 104 f851dcbf-6848-4c48-b205-bc392e73691a Women Behind The Mic Check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:10:40 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jennifer Gelhaus - Tennis Professional and Host of Vida Tennis Podcast, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Women Behind The Mic Jennifer Gelhaus - Tennis Professional and Host of Vida Tennis Podcast, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 01:01:06 On this episode of Here to Serve, we are joined by Jennifer Gelhaus of the Vida Tennis Podcast to talk about her start behind the microphone. Hear her perspective on women participation in all aspects of tennis and what steps the industry needs to take to create more women leadership roles, coaches, and players in the game. On this episode of Here to Serve, we are joined by Jennifer Gelhaus of the Vida Tennis Podcast to talk about her start behind the microphone. Hear her perspective on women participation in all aspects of tennis and what steps the industry needs to take to create more women leadership roles, coaches, and players in the game. false full 103 9b4f4ae9-0c54-4f03-b50e-6afd153698aa USTA Florida and SwingVision Partnership! Check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (George Opelka - SwingVision, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> USTA Florida and SwingVision Partnership! George Opelka - SwingVision, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:47:15 USTA Florida is thrilled to annouce its partnership with SwingVision an innovative way to level up your tennis game. Hear from the Head of Pro Player Relations at SwingVision, George Opelka, and learn how this is changing the way people train in tennis. Info on swingvision discount: Record like a Pro! USTA Florida members receive SwingVision Pro Yearly & SwingStick bundle for $169.98, normally a $249.98 value. Includes unlimited shot tracking, video analysis & cloud storage for life! DISCOUNT LINK: https://swing.tennis/r/ustafl20" USTA Florida is thrilled to annouce its partnership with SwingVision an innovative way to level up your tennis game. Hear from the Head of Pro Player Relations at SwingVision, George Opelka, and learn how this is changing the way people train in tennis. Info on swingvision discount: Record like a Pro! USTA Florida members receive SwingVision Pro Yearly & SwingStick bundle for $169.98, normally a $249.98 value. Includes unlimited shot tracking, video analysis & cloud storage for life! DISCOUNT LINK: https://swing.tennis/r/ustafl20" false full 102 5ee16a6a-6285-4bce-827e-c04ee65a5d27 The Landscape and Evolution of Women in Tennis Check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Aasha Joshi - Clarity Writing and Research, Candace West - Clarity Writing and Research, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> The Landscape and Evolution of Women in Tennis Aasha Joshi - Clarity Writing and Research, Candace West - Clarity Writing and Research, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:54:22 As we celebrate 50 years of equal prize money at this year's US Open USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen, sits down with Aasha Joshi and Candace West, who are doing extensive research on Women in Tennis. Learn more about the landscape, challenges, and efforts that women are dealing with in today's industry. As we celebrate 50 years of equal prize money at this year's US Open USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen, sits down with Aasha Joshi and Candace West, who are doing extensive research on Women in Tennis. Learn more about the landscape, challenges, and efforts that women are dealing with in today's industry. false full 101 0980bc1b-0b04-4314-b576-25582370dbfa Here to Serve: Special Edition 100th Episode Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 16:25:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (USTA Florida) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Here to Serve: Special Edition 100th Episode USTA Florida 01:09:04 We've reached a MAJOR milestone - our 𝟏𝟎𝟎𝐭𝐡 #HereToServe Podcast Episode! Join Tom and Mardy Fish as they take us back through their history and tennis journey, as well as the bright future of their home courts at Riverside Racquet Complex, now managed by USTA Florida! We've reached a MAJOR milestone - our 𝟏𝟎𝟎𝐭𝐡 #HereToServe Podcast Episode! Join Tom and Mardy Fish as they take us back through their history and tennis journey, as well as the bright future of their home courts at Riverside Racquet Complex, now managed by USTA Florida! false full 100 10a3bfb2-9c26-47fb-b131-f7ec15d47c41 USTA Florida Section Foundation Update Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 7 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Donn Davis - USTA Florida Section Foundation Vice President, Elizabeth DeConti - USTA Florida Section Foundation President, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> USTA Florida Section Foundation Update Donn Davis - USTA Florida Section Foundation Vice President, Elizabeth DeConti - USTA Florida Section Foundation President, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:21:48 On this Here to Serve Podcast, discover the latest developments and impactful initiatives of the USTA Florida Foundation. Join Elizabeth DeConti, USTA Florida Foundation Board President, and Donn Davis, USTA Florida Foundation Board Vice President, as they delve into the Foundation's mission of growing tennis programs, promoting inclusivity, and making a difference in communities. Gain valuable insights into their scholarships, grants, and collaborative efforts with partners. If you're passionate about tennis, community development, or the transformative power of sports philanthropy, this conversation is a must-listen. On this Here to Serve Podcast, discover the latest developments and impactful initiatives of the USTA Florida Foundation. Join Elizabeth DeConti, USTA Florida Foundation Board President, and Donn Davis, USTA Florida Foundation Board Vice President, as they delve into the Foundation's mission of growing tennis programs, promoting inclusivity, and making a difference in communities. Gain valuable insights into their scholarships, grants, and collaborative efforts with partners. If you're passionate about tennis, community development, or the transformative power of sports philanthropy, this conversation is a must-listen. false full 99 81aa393f-66a9-4938-9598-ad279cd584a2 Celebrating Jewish Heritage Month Notes: Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 24 May 2023 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Steven Foldes – Tennis Enthusiast & Financial Manager & More!, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Notes: Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Celebrating Jewish Heritage Month Steven Foldes – Tennis Enthusiast & Financial Manager & More!, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:49:04 Join us for a special edition of USTA Florida's "Here to Serve" podcast as we celebrate Jewish Heritage Month with guest Steven Foldes, former circuit tennis player currently with Evensky & Katz / Foldes Wealth Management. Discover Steven's unique life story and his deep connection to tennis. Explore Jewish Heritage Month and its significance, as well as ways to promote inclusivity in our sport. Learn more about the interplay between tennis and the Jewish community, including the Maccabi Games. Don't miss this enlightening conversation and gain a deeper appreciation for Jewish heritage. Tune in now! Join us for a special edition of USTA Florida's "Here to Serve" podcast as we celebrate Jewish Heritage Month with guest Steven Foldes, former circuit tennis player currently with Evensky & Katz / Foldes Wealth Management. Discover Steven's unique life story and his deep connection to tennis. Explore Jewish Heritage Month and its significance, as well as ways to promote inclusivity in our sport. Learn more about the interplay between tennis and the Jewish community, including the Maccabi Games. Don't miss this enlightening conversation and gain a deeper appreciation for Jewish heritage. Tune in now! false full 98 c9283a51-f90f-4bab-b1b3-2a988a43fe6f National Tennis Month! Notes: Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 10 May 2023 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Robin Jones – USTA Senior Facility Consultant for USTA Tennis Venue Services, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Greg Lappin - USTA Delivery Council Chair) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Notes: Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> National Tennis Month! Robin Jones – USTA Senior Facility Consultant for USTA Tennis Venue Services, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Greg Lappin - USTA Delivery Council Chair 00:27:13 It’s National Tennis Month! On the latest Here to Serve podcast we chat with Greg Lappin, USTA Delivery Council Chair, and Robin Jones, USTA Senior Facility Consultant for USTA Tennis Venue Services Team. We dive into the various activities happening for National Tennis Month and how our audience can get involved, as well as the resources available for providers to deliver more tennis this month and year-round. We also chat with our guests about the biggest challenges facing tennis today and what we can do to keep it growing for many years to come! Relevant Links: USTA Florida National Tennis Month Release - https://www.ustaflorida.com/usta-florida-celebrates-unstoppable-tennis-growth-during-national-tennis-month/ Statement of Guidance on Tennis Growth in Florida - https://ustaflorida.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/Website%20Public%20Assets/EX7mwsx8YONJvv1UbUV-UwABJBJkMoDzxqI01G9wE5w-Tg?e=SkXqkj 2023 Florida Tennis Participation Report - https://ustaflorida.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/Website%20Public%20Assets/EcmnB7bqnrZNhpzW_O-I-qgBlQtY_6QO62neH_F4yM0PYg?e=Kn2z2s Here to Serve Podcast: Health & Wellness Benefits of Tennis - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ignHXLsYK7Q Florida Tennis Growth Stories - https://www.ustaflorida.com/category/community-tennis-news/growth/ It’s National Tennis Month! On the latest Here to Serve podcast we chat with Greg Lappin, USTA Delivery Council Chair, and Robin Jones, USTA Senior Facility Consultant for USTA Tennis Venue Services Team. We dive into the various activities happening for National Tennis Month and how our audience can get involved, as well as the resources available for providers to deliver more tennis this month and year-round. We also chat with our guests about the biggest challenges facing tennis today and what we can do to keep it growing for many years to come! Relevant Links: USTA Florida National Tennis Month Release - https://www.ustaflorida.com/usta-florida-celebrates-unstoppable-tennis-growth-during-national-tennis-month/ Statement of Guidance on Tennis Growth in Florida - https://ustaflorida.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/Website%20Public%20Assets/EX7mwsx8YONJvv1UbUV-UwABJBJkMoDzxqI01G9wE5w-Tg?e=SkXqkj 2023 Florida Tennis Participation Report - https://ustaflorida.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/Website%20Public%20Assets/EcmnB7bqnrZNhpzW_O-I-qgBlQtY_6QO62neH_F4yM0PYg?e=Kn2z2s Here to Serve Podcast: Health & Wellness Benefits of Tennis - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ignHXLsYK7Q Florida Tennis Growth Stories - https://www.ustaflorida.com/category/community-tennis-news/growth/ false full 97 7e82e024-1511-45b5-b085-d5c0e5118a66 Participation in Tennis Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Tue, 9 May 2023 16:21:12 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Bryan White - Tennis Industry Association Executive Director, Mickey Maule - USTA Managing Director of Engagement & Services, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Participation in Tennis Bryan White - Tennis Industry Association Executive Director, Mickey Maule - USTA Managing Director of Engagement & Services, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:45:01 On this USTA Florida Here to Serve podcast episode USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen is joined by USTA Managing Director of Engagement & Services, Mickey Maule, and Tennis Industry Association, Executive Director, Bryan White to break down the latest data from the 2023 Tennis Participation Report. Learn about how tennis had another year of growth and what the sport will look like throughout the year! View Florida's Tennis Participation Summary Report here: tinyurl.com/ycyrw5b On this USTA Florida Here to Serve podcast episode USTA Florida Executive Director, Laura Bowen is joined by USTA Managing Director of Engagement & Services, Mickey Maule, and Tennis Industry Association, Executive Director, Bryan White to break down the latest data from the 2023 Tennis Participation Report. Learn about how tennis had another year of growth and what the sport will look like throughout the year! View Florida's Tennis Participation Summary Report here: tinyurl.com/ycyrw5b false full 95 f75d3647-bdaf-4e08-ba1d-061d10bb7e5d Coaching in High School Tennis Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 26 Apr 2023 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen – USTA Florida Executive Director, Thad Hawkes – USTA Florida Youth Program Coordinator, Phil Girardi - USTA Florida President, Tom Beard - Lake Nona High School Tennis Coach) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Coaching in High School Tennis Laura Bowen – USTA Florida Executive Director, Thad Hawkes – USTA Florida Youth Program Coordinator, Phil Girardi - USTA Florida President, Tom Beard - Lake Nona High School Tennis Coach 00:35:33 On this Here to Serve Podcast Episode, Laura Bowen is joined by USTA Florida Board President, Phil Girardi, USTA Florida Youth Play Coordinator, Thad Hawkes, and Lake Nona Tennis Head Coach, Tom Beard, to talk about all things high school tennis! From seeing the game through a coach’s point of view to learning USTA Florida’s involvement in the space, this episode will give you the full insight on high school tennis in the state. On this Here to Serve Podcast Episode, Laura Bowen is joined by USTA Florida Board President, Phil Girardi, USTA Florida Youth Play Coordinator, Thad Hawkes, and Lake Nona Tennis Head Coach, Tom Beard, to talk about all things high school tennis! From seeing the game through a coach’s point of view to learning USTA Florida’s involvement in the space, this episode will give you the full insight on high school tennis in the state. false full 96 b61dd407-765f-4d44-84df-65f82bd35a0c Women in Tennis Initiative To learn more about USTA Florida's expanded Women in Tennis initiative, click here.

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]]> Wed, 29 Mar 2023 15:54:13 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Mason Cathey Brady - Executive Director of Positive Coaching Alliance-Tampa Bay, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida 2021-2022 President, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve To learn more about USTA Florida's expanded Women in Tennis initiative, click here.

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]]> Women in Tennis Initiative Mason Cathey Brady - Executive Director of Positive Coaching Alliance-Tampa Bay, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida 2021-2022 President, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:47:19 In the ongoing celebration Women's History Month, this USTA Florida Here to Serve podcast episode officially announces the expansion of our "Women in Tennis" initiative that was first launched in 2021. USTA Florida Executive Director Laura Bowen, Immediate Past President, Dana Andrews, and Executive Director of Positive Coaching Alliance-Tampa Bay, Mason Cathey Brady, discuss the new plans and efforts that are being made to get more women and girls involved with tennis. In the ongoing celebration Women's History Month, this USTA Florida Here to Serve podcast episode officially announces the expansion of our "Women in Tennis" initiative that was first launched in 2021. USTA Florida Executive Director Laura Bowen, Immediate Past President, Dana Andrews, and Executive Director of Positive Coaching Alliance-Tampa Bay, Mason Cathey Brady, discuss the new plans and efforts that are being made to get more women and girls involved with tennis. false full 94 3d953d8c-6fd1-4da3-b398-6016ecf6e60e Billie Jean King Cup & All-Girls Camp Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 15 Mar 2023 18:25:31 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Megan Rose – USTA Managing Director of Major Events, Danielle Gooding - USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Billie Jean King Cup & All-Girls Camp Megan Rose – USTA Managing Director of Major Events, Danielle Gooding - USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:24:49 In this Women’s History Month episode of the Here to Serve podcast, USTA’s Managing Director of Major Events Megan Rose and USTA Florida’s Director of Community Tennis Danielle Gooding discuss women in sports, the Billie Jean King Cup, USTA Florida’s All-Girls Camp held at the Billie Jean King Cup in Delray Beach, and more! For more on the Billie Jean King Cup, visit www.BillieJeanKingCup.com. For more on the All-Girls Camp held at the Billie Jean King Cup in Delray Beach, visit bit.ly/3yI9BCi In this Women’s History Month episode of the Here to Serve podcast, USTA’s Managing Director of Major Events Megan Rose and USTA Florida’s Director of Community Tennis Danielle Gooding discuss women in sports, the Billie Jean King Cup, USTA Florida’s All-Girls Camp held at the Billie Jean King Cup in Delray Beach, and more! For more on the Billie Jean King Cup, visit www.BillieJeanKingCup.com. For more on the All-Girls Camp held at the Billie Jean King Cup in Delray Beach, visit bit.ly/3yI9BCi false full 93 37aa72bf-e17b-404a-a60b-90fc05f9b818 Increasing African American Tennis Participation at HBCUs Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 1 Mar 2023 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (George Henry - Tennis Supervisor for the City of Palm Coast, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Increasing African American Tennis Participation at HBCUs George Henry - Tennis Supervisor for the City of Palm Coast, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:45:50 In this episode of the Here to Serve podcast, we chat with George Henry, former Head Women’s Tennis Coach at Bethune-Cookman University to learn about his tennis journey, experiences and research on Increasing African American Tennis Player Participation at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. To view George Henry’s thesis, click here: http://bit.ly/3ZuT4NF In this episode of the Here to Serve podcast, we chat with George Henry, former Head Women’s Tennis Coach at Bethune-Cookman University to learn about his tennis journey, experiences and research on Increasing African American Tennis Player Participation at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. To view George Henry’s thesis, click here: http://bit.ly/3ZuT4NF false full 92 f77ae7e6-e9f7-4ef4-965c-01bc218a374b Health and Wellness Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2023 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Dr. Brian Hainline - USTA Chairman of the Board & NCAA Senior VP and Chief Medical Officer, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Health and Wellness Dr. Brian Hainline - USTA Chairman of the Board & NCAA Senior VP and Chief Medical Officer, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:11:17 USTA Chairman of the Board and Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of the NCAA, Dr. Brian Hainline talks about the many benefits the sport of tennis has on your mental, emotional, and physical health in this special Heart Month episode of Here to Serve! USTA Chairman of the Board and Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of the NCAA, Dr. Brian Hainline talks about the many benefits the sport of tennis has on your mental, emotional, and physical health in this special Heart Month episode of Here to Serve! false full 91 b773f316-2f0f-4d9a-83d2-236562518c97 Black History in Florida Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 1 Feb 2023 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Charlene Farrington - Spady Cultural Heritage Museum Executive Director, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Black History in Florida Charlene Farrington - Spady Cultural Heritage Museum Executive Director, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:22:34 Join us on the latest episode of the Here to Serve Podcast as we celebrate Black History Month by sitting down with Charlene Farrington, Executive Director of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum. We delve into the importance of the work being done at the Spady Museum and the significant role in educating the community about the contributions of African Americans to our state. To learn more about Florida’s African American culture and other ethnically diverse history visit FAAHPN.com (Florida African American Heritage Preservation Network). #BlackHistory #USTAFlorida Join us on the latest episode of the Here to Serve Podcast as we celebrate Black History Month by sitting down with Charlene Farrington, Executive Director of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum. We delve into the importance of the work being done at the Spady Museum and the significant role in educating the community about the contributions of African Americans to our state. To learn more about Florida’s African American culture and other ethnically diverse history visit FAAHPN.com (Florida African American Heritage Preservation Network). #BlackHistory #USTAFlorida false full 90 2db51c2f-90eb-4881-802d-04dcf3d170a6 High School Tennis Season is Here! Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2023 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Tom Beard - Lake Nona High School Tennis Coach, Michael Hughes - USTA Director of Digital Strategy and Business Development, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> High School Tennis Season is Here! Tom Beard - Lake Nona High School Tennis Coach, Michael Hughes - USTA Director of Digital Strategy and Business Development, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:17:20 It’s time for high school tennis season! We sat down to chat with Lake Nona High School tennis coach and USTA Director of Digital Strategy and Business Development who share their insight on making the experience fun and successful for coaches, players, and parents! It’s time for high school tennis season! We sat down to chat with Lake Nona High School tennis coach and USTA Director of Digital Strategy and Business Development who share their insight on making the experience fun and successful for coaches, players, and parents! false full 89 cb66c8fc-5514-475d-a32b-b4df3b1cf05e What's Happening in Florida Tennis? Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 4 Jan 2023 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen – Executive Director, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, Danielle Gooding - Director of Community Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook or YouTube page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> What's Happening in Florida Tennis? Laura Bowen – Executive Director, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, Danielle Gooding - Director of Community Tennis 00:21:27 What can USTA Florida players expect as we head into the new year? Executive Director Laura Bown is joined by USTA Florida staff Jason Gilbert, Christine Ducey, and Danielle Gooding as they share what they’re looking forward to in Florida Tennis in 2023. What can USTA Florida players expect as we head into the new year? Executive Director Laura Bown is joined by USTA Florida staff Jason Gilbert, Christine Ducey, and Danielle Gooding as they share what they’re looking forward to in Florida Tennis in 2023. false full 88 dcae60d4-6f2b-4245-a18c-6f55aae5b4cc You Ask, We Answer: Mythbusters Edition` Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 7 Dec 2022 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen – Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> You Ask, We Answer: Mythbusters Edition` Laura Bowen – Executive Director 00:15:59 In this end of the year special episode, we ask Executive Director Laura Bowen some popular myths around USTA Florida and the Florida tennis community. View the Here to Serve episode with USTA CEO Lew Sherr here: https://youtu.be/knqRPjfl1Q0 In this end of the year special episode, we ask Executive Director Laura Bowen some popular myths around USTA Florida and the Florida tennis community. View the Here to Serve episode with USTA CEO Lew Sherr here: https://youtu.be/knqRPjfl1Q0 false full 87 8609aa52-b6b9-4579-b469-3388ba562317 President Chat: Strategic Priorities 2023-2024 Board of Directors: Board of Directors - USTA Florida

Bylaws and Strategic Plan: Our Governance - USTA Florida

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]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Phil Girardi - USTA Florida President, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve 2023-2024 Board of Directors: Board of Directors - USTA Florida

Bylaws and Strategic Plan: Our Governance - USTA Florida

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]]> President Chat: Strategic Priorities Phil Girardi - USTA Florida President, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:27:07 With the installation of the new USTA Florida Section Board of Directors at the recent 2022 Annual Meeting and Tennis celebration, we sit down with new board President, Phil Girardi to chat about the strategic priorities for the organization and what that means for tennis in the state of Florida. With the installation of the new USTA Florida Section Board of Directors at the recent 2022 Annual Meeting and Tennis celebration, we sit down with new board President, Phil Girardi to chat about the strategic priorities for the organization and what that means for tennis in the state of Florida. false full 86 08b3cf86-5f76-4cba-aa04-4963e19297a6 Hurricane Relief Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 9 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Donn Davis – USTA Florida Foundation President, Dana Andrews – USTA Florida President, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Hurricane Relief Donn Davis – USTA Florida Foundation President, Dana Andrews – USTA Florida President, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:13:56 Hurricane season is something that affects everyone in the state of Florida. In the latest Here to Serve podcast, USTA Florida President Dana Andrews and USTA Florida Section Foundation President Donn Davis join Laura Bowen to talk about hurricane relief and how the section is helping the impacted tennis community in Florida. While so many are rebuilding their lives, you can play a role by helping the facilities that provide a safe place for kids, families, and friends to come together as a community through the USTA Florida Section Foundation Hurricane Relief Fund. Visit USTAFloridaFoundation.com/HurricaneRelief to donate! #FloridaTennis Hurricane season is something that affects everyone in the state of Florida. In the latest Here to Serve podcast, USTA Florida President Dana Andrews and USTA Florida Section Foundation President Donn Davis join Laura Bowen to talk about hurricane relief and how the section is helping the impacted tennis community in Florida. While so many are rebuilding their lives, you can play a role by helping the facilities that provide a safe place for kids, families, and friends to come together as a community through the USTA Florida Section Foundation Hurricane Relief Fund. Visit USTAFloridaFoundation.com/HurricaneRelief to donate! #FloridaTennis false full 85 7ba67910-17d1-4b1b-9f01-515edabde090 Tennis eSports & Gamification Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Greg Gettinger – Tennis eSports Founder, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Tennis eSports & Gamification Greg Gettinger – Tennis eSports Founder, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:18:05 Tennis in virtual reality is here! Greg Gettinger, the founder of Tennis eSports joins Laura Bowen on the latest Here to Serve Podcast to chat about the digital gamification of tennis and expanding the tennis presence across the virtual landscape. All members and players from USTA Florida are eligible to receive a free key to download the Tennis eSports application, a $29.99 value. Link: www.tennis-esports.com Tennis in virtual reality is here! Greg Gettinger, the founder of Tennis eSports joins Laura Bowen on the latest Here to Serve Podcast to chat about the digital gamification of tennis and expanding the tennis presence across the virtual landscape. All members and players from USTA Florida are eligible to receive a free key to download the Tennis eSports application, a $29.99 value. Link: www.tennis-esports.com false full 84 0a5cde9f-dcd7-402c-b818-efb9c85c40d9 USTA Florida Annual Meeting Preview Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Phil Girardi - USTA Florida President-Elect and Director of Tennis at Treasure Bay, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida President, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> USTA Florida Annual Meeting Preview Phil Girardi - USTA Florida President-Elect and Director of Tennis at Treasure Bay, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida President, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:29:23 Join USTA Florida Board President-elect Phil Girardi with Board President Dana Andrews and Executive Director Laura Bowen on the latest #HereToServe podcast! They break down all things related to the company’s annual meeting, including what it is, why we do it and how you can get involved in the organization moving forward. #FloridaTennis Join USTA Florida Board President-elect Phil Girardi with Board President Dana Andrews and Executive Director Laura Bowen on the latest #HereToServe podcast! They break down all things related to the company’s annual meeting, including what it is, why we do it and how you can get involved in the organization moving forward. #FloridaTennis false full 83 293d15b9-9d4c-4b52-b83a-4aa673f99a6a Hispanic Heritage Month Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 14 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Carlos Perez - Perez Technologies Founder, Marcelo Gouts - Board Member & Founder of MG Tennis, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Hispanic Heritage Month Carlos Perez - Perez Technologies Founder, Marcelo Gouts - Board Member & Founder of MG Tennis, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:33:32 In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, USTA Florida Board of Directors Treasurer Marcelo Gouts and USTA Florida IT Technology Partner Carlos Perez join the Here to Serve podcast to discuss their personal heritage, a passion for bringing tennis to the Hispanic community in central Florida, and we discuss what we can do to further advance equality in tennis for everyone. In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, USTA Florida Board of Directors Treasurer Marcelo Gouts and USTA Florida IT Technology Partner Carlos Perez join the Here to Serve podcast to discuss their personal heritage, a passion for bringing tennis to the Hispanic community in central Florida, and we discuss what we can do to further advance equality in tennis for everyone. false full 82 8c9bc4eb-30df-4d9d-b89a-3b2a63ca9737 High School Resources, Trainings, Grant Opportunities and More! Find out more on the High School Tennis Page

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]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2022 15:30:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Cameron Wood - Foundation Grants Officer, Danielle Gooding - USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Find out more on the High School Tennis Page

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]]> High School Resources, Trainings, Grant Opportunities and More! Cameron Wood - Foundation Grants Officer, Danielle Gooding - USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:25:46 Join USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis Danielle Gooding and USTA Florida Foundation Grants Officer Cameron Wood as they discuss High School Tennis, including resources, trainings, grant opportunities and more to support programs across the state. This podcast is dedicated to Laurie Martin, Chair of USTA High School Committee and tireless advocate for growing high school tennis. Help us honor her memory by donating to her memorial fund: www.XCP.org/giving More information on Florida high school tennis: https://www.ustaflorida.com/high-school-tennis/ More information on applying for USTA Florida Foundation grants: https://www.ustafloridafoundation.com/apply-for-grants/ Join USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis Danielle Gooding and USTA Florida Foundation Grants Officer Cameron Wood as they discuss High School Tennis, including resources, trainings, grant opportunities and more to support programs across the state. This podcast is dedicated to Laurie Martin, Chair of USTA High School Committee and tireless advocate for growing high school tennis. Help us honor her memory by donating to her memorial fund: www.XCP.org/giving More information on Florida high school tennis: https://www.ustaflorida.com/high-school-tennis/ More information on applying for USTA Florida Foundation grants: https://www.ustafloridafoundation.com/apply-for-grants/ false full 81 400437b4-5243-44da-92d5-2459e35ae895 Here To Serve: Junior Team Tennis and Team Play Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 17 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Elizabeth Spicer - USTA Florida Youth Team Play Manager, Debbie Ellsworth - USTA Florida Local Youth Play Coordinator, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Here To Serve: Junior Team Tennis and Team Play Elizabeth Spicer - USTA Florida Youth Team Play Manager, Debbie Ellsworth - USTA Florida Local Youth Play Coordinator, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director 00:28:59 Our youth tennis staff check into the latest Here to Serve podcast to chat about all things team tennis and the Junior Team Tennis program! Check out ustaflorida.com/juniorteamtennis for a current list of available Junior Team Tennis leagues. Registration is now open! Our youth tennis staff check into the latest Here to Serve podcast to chat about all things team tennis and the Junior Team Tennis program! Check out ustaflorida.com/juniorteamtennis for a current list of available Junior Team Tennis leagues. Registration is now open! false full 80 2e7f08dd-1097-4ea1-9393-06baf1b1d44e Here to Serve: CEO Chat: USTA Priorities Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 3 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Lew Sherr - USTA CEO, Laura Bowen – Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Here to Serve: CEO Chat: USTA Priorities Lew Sherr - USTA CEO, Laura Bowen – Executive Director 00:52:51 In the latest edition of the #HereToServe podcast, we sit down with United States Tennis Association - USTA (Official) CEO, Lew Sherr to talk about his experience, the US Open Tennis Championships, and his vision for the sport. In the latest edition of the #HereToServe podcast, we sit down with United States Tennis Association - USTA (Official) CEO, Lew Sherr to talk about his experience, the US Open Tennis Championships, and his vision for the sport. false full 79 a360efe4-21c4-4405-9e36-444df9347502 Here To Serve: USTA Sanctioning Process Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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USTA National Tournaments important links:

2023 NJTS Dates and Deadlines.docx (constantcontact.com)
2023 USTA Adult National Tournament Bid Application Form (google.com)
Bid Form for 2023 Adult National Tournaments, Junior Wheelchair Tournament Series, Adult and Junior National Championships. (google.com)
2023 National Level 3 Open Bid Form (google.com)
 

USTA Florida Tournaments important links:

Tournament Application - Sanctioning - USTA Florida
Tennis Tournament Directors Resources - USTA Florida

]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Nolan Brewer - Tournaments & Serve Tennis Coordinator, Laura Bowen – Executive Director, Tracy Davies – USTA Managing Director Recreational Competition) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

USTA Florida Facebook Page.
USTA Florida YouTube Page.

 

USTA National Tournaments important links:

2023 NJTS Dates and Deadlines.docx (constantcontact.com)
2023 USTA Adult National Tournament Bid Application Form (google.com)
Bid Form for 2023 Adult National Tournaments, Junior Wheelchair Tournament Series, Adult and Junior National Championships. (google.com)
2023 National Level 3 Open Bid Form (google.com)
 

USTA Florida Tournaments important links:

Tournament Application - Sanctioning - USTA Florida
Tennis Tournament Directors Resources - USTA Florida

]]> Here To Serve: USTA Sanctioning Process Nolan Brewer - Tournaments & Serve Tennis Coordinator, Laura Bowen – Executive Director, Tracy Davies – USTA Managing Director Recreational Competition 00:52:14 With the sanctioning window to apply for 2023 Florida tournaments opening in September, we cover what sanctioning is, why tournament directors are required to get sanctioned, and give insight into how to make the application process an easy one. With the sanctioning window to apply for 2023 Florida tournaments opening in September, we cover what sanctioning is, why tournament directors are required to get sanctioned, and give insight into how to make the application process an easy one. false full 78 7af6ac1a-f598-4e11-a645-e09ad3437f27 Courageous Conversations Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 6 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Antoinetta Mosley - I Follow the Leader CEO, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Courageous Conversations Antoinetta Mosley - I Follow the Leader CEO, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director 00:31:42 Ever been invited, yet still didn't feel you belonged? In this episode of the Here to Serve podcast, we sit down with I Follow the Leader CEO, Antoinetta Mosley and discuss how having courageous conversations allows diversity, equity and inclusion to thrive on and off the court. Ever been invited, yet still didn't feel you belonged? In this episode of the Here to Serve podcast, we sit down with I Follow the Leader CEO, Antoinetta Mosley and discuss how having courageous conversations allows diversity, equity and inclusion to thrive on and off the court. false full 77 89c1ae9e-db98-4b68-891c-c69ea7ca71a5 Spotlighting Black Coaches In Our Tennis Community Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 22 Jun 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen – USTA Florida Executive Director, Christopher Champion - Play Tennis Gainesville Head Tennis Professional, John Richards - President of Central Florida Tennis Management Associates, Albert Richards - President of Posh Roch Tennis Foundation, Ebony Evans-Molock - Volunteer at Fort King Tennis Center) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Spotlighting Black Coaches In Our Tennis Community Laura Bowen – USTA Florida Executive Director, Christopher Champion - Play Tennis Gainesville Head Tennis Professional, John Richards - President of Central Florida Tennis Management Associates, Albert Richards - President of Posh Roch Tennis Foundation, Ebony Evans-Molock - Volunteer at Fort King Tennis Center 00:53:39 In this episode of the #HereToServe podcast, we speak with Black tennis coaches in the community as they reflect on how they got started, how we can attract more diverse players & coaches, and the impact that having more representation will have on the sport #TennisForAll In this episode of the #HereToServe podcast, we speak with Black tennis coaches in the community as they reflect on how they got started, how we can attract more diverse players & coaches, and the impact that having more representation will have on the sport #TennisForAll false full 76 1b10d9e0-d91e-4572-b935-5c973302f82a ITF World Tennis Number Explained Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 8 Jun 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen – USTA Florida Executive Director, Thad Hawkes – USTA Florida Youth Program Coordinator, Tracy Davies – USTA Managing Director Recreational Competition) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> ITF World Tennis Number Explained Laura Bowen – USTA Florida Executive Director, Thad Hawkes – USTA Florida Youth Program Coordinator, Tracy Davies – USTA Managing Director Recreational Competition 00:33:57 The USTA is partnering with ITF World Tennis Number (WTN) to provide a global standard for players regardless of age, gender, or ability. Our guests on this Here to Serve episode join us to discuss the benefits of WTN and how it will be incorporated into the current tournament structure. Find your WTN on your USTA player profile today! The USTA is partnering with ITF World Tennis Number (WTN) to provide a global standard for players regardless of age, gender, or ability. Our guests on this Here to Serve episode join us to discuss the benefits of WTN and how it will be incorporated into the current tournament structure. Find your WTN on your USTA player profile today! false full 75 d66b3172-ec07-4477-8a25-88812bd4ffb6 Tennis is Goooooood For You! Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 25 May 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Michelle Krause - Cardio Tennis Instructor, Larry Lauer - Sports Psychologist) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Tennis is Goooooood For You! Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Michelle Krause - Cardio Tennis Instructor, Larry Lauer - Sports Psychologist 00:43:42 Sport psychologist, Dr. Larry Lauer and fitness enthusiast and Cardio Tennis Instructor, Michele Krause speak to the many benefits the sport of tennis has on your mental, emotional and physical health in this special National Tennis Month episode of Here to Serve. Tune in for the science behind the fun sport of tennis! Sport psychologist, Dr. Larry Lauer and fitness enthusiast and Cardio Tennis Instructor, Michele Krause speak to the many benefits the sport of tennis has on your mental, emotional and physical health in this special National Tennis Month episode of Here to Serve. Tune in for the science behind the fun sport of tennis! tennis, florida tennis, here to serve false full 74 36fbf710-9350-4913-8f93-9c9d2d7fafec School's Out, Tennis is On! Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 11 May 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Christopher Champion - Play Tennis Gainesville Head Pro, Mina Zimmerman - Summer Camp Participant, Andrew Zimmerman - Parent of Summer Camp Participant) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook and YouTube pages to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> School's Out, Tennis is On! Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Christopher Champion - Play Tennis Gainesville Head Pro, Mina Zimmerman - Summer Camp Participant, Andrew Zimmerman - Parent of Summer Camp Participant 00:10:18 Play Tennis Gainesville Head Tennis Pro, Christopher Champion joins Laura Bowen on the Here to Serve podcast to kick off summer! Summer camps in Florida are BIG and have a lasting impact on players who participate. Don't miss this HOT episode! Play Tennis Gainesville Head Tennis Pro, Christopher Champion joins Laura Bowen on the Here to Serve podcast to kick off summer! Summer camps in Florida are BIG and have a lasting impact on players who participate. Don't miss this HOT episode! false full 73 5fe903b2-4e0a-4fe6-b3d9-2df570cdcd36 Special Olympics Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Sherry Wheelock - Special Olympics FL CEO) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Special Olympics Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Sherry Wheelock - Special Olympics FL CEO 00:21:49 On the latest edition of the Here to Serve Podcast, USTA Florida Executive Director Laura Bowen chats with the CEO of Special Olympics Florida, Sherry Wheelock, about all things tennis and Special Olympics, including the state and USA games hosted in Orlando, Florida! On the latest edition of the Here to Serve Podcast, USTA Florida Executive Director Laura Bowen chats with the CEO of Special Olympics Florida, Sherry Wheelock, about all things tennis and Special Olympics, including the state and USA games hosted in Orlando, Florida! false full 72 dfeeb619-aefc-46bb-9358-d517b809d9f5 Autism Awareness Month Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 13 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Lisa Pugliese-LaCroix - Love Serving Autism Founder, Felicia Katz - Love Serving Autism Participant, Ethan Katz - Love Serving Autism Participant) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Autism Awareness Month Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Lisa Pugliese-LaCroix - Love Serving Autism Founder, Felicia Katz - Love Serving Autism Participant, Ethan Katz - Love Serving Autism Participant 00:27:44 Tune in to the latest edition of the Here to Serve podcast to learn more about Ethan Katz’s superpower as we celebrate #AutismAwarenessMonth in this episode of the podcast! Love Serving Autism Founder Lisa Pugliese-LaCroix and program participants Felicia & Ethan Katz join the Here to Serve podcast to discuss tennis and the importance of awareness and acceptance of individuals with autism and developmental challenges. #HereToServe Tune in to the latest edition of the Here to Serve podcast to learn more about Ethan Katz’s superpower as we celebrate #AutismAwarenessMonth in this episode of the podcast! Love Serving Autism Founder Lisa Pugliese-LaCroix and program participants Felicia & Ethan Katz join the Here to Serve podcast to discuss tennis and the importance of awareness and acceptance of individuals with autism and developmental challenges. #HereToServe love to serve, autism awareness, tennis, autism awareness month false full 71 ea312115-0c32-4d4d-b5b0-0206a0e3fa96 Community Coach Programs Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Phil Girardi - USTA Florida President-Elect and Director of Tennis at Treasure Bay, Marcelo Gouts - USTA Florida Board Treasurer and Director of Tennis at Lake Cane Tennis Center, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida President - Chuck Gill USTA Florida Board Director at Large and Director of Tennis at Wellington Tennis Center) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Community Coach Programs Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Phil Girardi - USTA Florida President-Elect and Director of Tennis at Treasure Bay, Marcelo Gouts - USTA Florida Board Treasurer and Director of Tennis at Lake Cane Tennis Center, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida President - Chuck Gill USTA Florida Board Director at Large and Director of Tennis at Wellington Tennis Center 00:26:00 Join us as Executive Director Laura Bowen sits down with members of our board of directors and community professionals to chat about USTA Florida’s Community Coach Programs on the latest edition of our #HereToServe podcast. Join us as Executive Director Laura Bowen sits down with members of our board of directors and community professionals to chat about USTA Florida’s Community Coach Programs on the latest edition of our #HereToServe podcast. community, tennis, usta fl, usta florida, usta, coaching false full 70 cff165ed-237e-43fb-8447-fd52d213804b Athletics + Academics = Achievement Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 16 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (USTA FL Executive Director - Laura Bowen, Chairman of the Board for First Serve Miami - James Champion, First Serve Miami Executive Director - Angie Rivera) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Athletics + Academics = Achievement USTA FL Executive Director - Laura Bowen, Chairman of the Board for First Serve Miami - James Champion, First Serve Miami Executive Director - Angie Rivera 00:18:06 "It's all about the kids!" In this episode of the podcast, we turn the spotlight on First Serve Miami and showcase the outstanding work they are doing in Miami to deliver tennis and life skills to youth in south Florida. "It's all about the kids!" In this episode of the podcast, we turn the spotlight on First Serve Miami and showcase the outstanding work they are doing in Miami to deliver tennis and life skills to youth in south Florida. youth, njtl, tennis, usta fl, first serve, miami, usta true full 69 a0eabbcc-15c6-4e2e-a86b-4c5dd27ef0f8 Women on the Court Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 2 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Catherine Dunagan - Head Women's Tennis Coach at UNF) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Women on the Court Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Catherine Dunagan - Head Women's Tennis Coach at UNF 00:29:27 In recognition of Women’s History Month, UNF Women’s Tennis Coach Catherine Dunagan joins the Here to Serve podcast to discuss how she found herself in the game, who impacted her tennis journey and what challenges she sees impacting women leaders and coaches in the sport. In recognition of Women’s History Month, UNF Women’s Tennis Coach Catherine Dunagan joins the Here to Serve podcast to discuss how she found herself in the game, who impacted her tennis journey and what challenges she sees impacting women leaders and coaches in the sport. women, tennis, women's history month, usta fl, coach, role model, college, usta, coaching false full 68 f951fecb-25db-49a0-affc-d0945ac5593c The Black Tennis Experience Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 16 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Roxanne Aaron - ATA President, Deanne Adams - ATA Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> The Black Tennis Experience Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Roxanne Aaron - ATA President, Deanne Adams - ATA Executive Director 00:49:40 In this episode, we AMPLIFY our partners at the American Tennis Association. ATA President Roxanne Aaron and ATA Executive Director Deanne Adams share the history of Black Tennis in America, talk about their favorite moments in tennis history and discuss what we can do to further advance equality in tennis for everyone. In this episode, we AMPLIFY our partners at the American Tennis Association. ATA President Roxanne Aaron and ATA Executive Director Deanne Adams share the history of Black Tennis in America, talk about their favorite moments in tennis history and discuss what we can do to further advance equality in tennis for everyone. black history month, american tennis association, black tennis, tennis, usta fl, history, amplify, usta, ata false full 67 1f97d2de-e574-4a25-9995-1de06c6362a3 New Grants Available Now! Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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USTA Support Facility Funding

]]> Wed, 2 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Donn Davis - USTA Florida Section Foundation President, Cameron Wood - Foundation Grants Officer) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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USTA Support Facility Funding

]]> New Grants Available Now! Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Donn Davis - USTA Florida Section Foundation President, Cameron Wood - Foundation Grants Officer 00:18:58 New grants available now! In this episode, USTA Florida Section Foundation President Donn Davis and USTA Florida's Grant Officer Cameron Wood and share the details on grant funds available now for equipment, program support and facility funding. New grants available now! In this episode, USTA Florida Section Foundation President Donn Davis and USTA Florida's Grant Officer Cameron Wood and share the details on grant funds available now for equipment, program support and facility funding. tennis, foundation, usta florida, grants, usta false full 66 e21cc903-7d4a-4666-938a-9b0018079c38 High School Tennis Find out more on the High School Tennis Page

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]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Thad Hawkes - Youth Program Coordinator, Dedric Holmes - High School Coach) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Find out more on the High School Tennis Page

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]]> High School Tennis Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Thad Hawkes - Youth Program Coordinator, Dedric Holmes - High School Coach 00:40:31 High School Tennis season is here, and we asked three expert coaches to share their insights on how to make it a fun and successful experience for coaches, players and parents. Take a listen and check out our new High School Tennis page for more great resources and tips. High School Tennis season is here, and we asked three expert coaches to share their insights on how to make it a fun and successful experience for coaches, players and parents. Take a listen and check out our new High School Tennis page for more great resources and tips. players, coaches, high school, heretoserve, junior, tennis, usta fl, coach, parents, usta false full 65 c694c3ee-8285-4860-87c0-b650e723eb04 Year in Review/Look Ahead Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 5 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida President) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Year in Review/Look Ahead Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Dana Andrews - USTA Florida President 00:16:07 In our first episode of 2022, USTA Florida President shares what she is most excited about in Florida tennis, where we see the most potential for growth, and her personal advice for anyone looking to set new goals and leap into a successful New Year. In our first episode of 2022, USTA Florida President shares what she is most excited about in Florida tennis, where we see the most potential for growth, and her personal advice for anyone looking to set new goals and leap into a successful New Year. new year, 2022, tennis, usta florida, look ahead, year in review, growth, usta false full 64 0f71f5b7-1cbc-424f-88ab-1ae5f967f7f8 Volunteer Aces If you’re interested in getting involved, please visit USTAFlorida.com/Volunteer

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]]> Wed, 8 Dec 2021 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Magali Holt - Community Play Coordinator) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve If you’re interested in getting involved, please visit USTAFlorida.com/Volunteer

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]]> Volunteer Aces Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Magali Holt - Community Play Coordinator 00:14:45 Volunteers are the heartbeat of USTA Florida – it’s in our roots. We've recently revamped the Volunteer Aces program to be an easier way for individuals to express their interest in volunteering with the organization. Volunteers can access the new volunteer hub on USTAFlorida.com to browse a calendar of available volunteer opportunities. The best part is, no tennis experience is necessary to become a Volunteer Ace with USTA Florida! Volunteers are the heartbeat of USTA Florida – it’s in our roots. We've recently revamped the Volunteer Aces program to be an easier way for individuals to express their interest in volunteering with the organization. Volunteers can access the new volunteer hub on USTAFlorida.com to browse a calendar of available volunteer opportunities. The best part is, no tennis experience is necessary to become a Volunteer Ace with USTA Florida! volunteer, community, volunteer opportunities, tennis, program, usta fl, volunteer aces, usta false full 63 43b9d8fa-af12-4455-82aa-dfaf918d887c Adult League Hot Topics: Suspension Points, Year-end Ratings Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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USTA NTRP Ratings FAQ

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]]> Wed, 17 Nov 2021 17:30:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Heather Hawkes - USTA Senior Manager, Kevin Johnson - Committee League Chair of Florida Section, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis USTAFL, Desirae McLaughlin - Adult Team Play Manager USTAFL) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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USTA NTRP Ratings FAQ

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]]> Adult League Hot Topics: Suspension Points, Year-end Ratings Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Heather Hawkes - USTA Senior Manager, Kevin Johnson - Committee League Chair of Florida Section, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis USTAFL, Desirae McLaughlin - Adult Team Play Manager USTAFL 00:27:40 Leagues are booming in Florida, and with change on the horizon, our committee and staff break down everything from suspension points to year-end ratings. You won’t want to miss this chance to tune in and weigh in on our popular adult recreational program. Check out our helpful links below! Leagues are booming in Florida, and with change on the horizon, our committee and staff break down everything from suspension points to year-end ratings. You won’t want to miss this chance to tune in and weigh in on our popular adult recreational program. Check out our helpful links below! leagues, year end, tennis, program, usta fl, adult, points, ntrp, usta, suspension false full 62 cf6bbcaf-1077-444a-804e-f5b66f071e38 Military Outreach Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 3 Nov 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Harrell Thomas - Tennis Facility Manager for City of Jacksonville, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Katie Blunk - Adaptive Sports Coordinator for North Florida and South Georgia for Veteran's Health System) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Military Outreach Harrell Thomas - Tennis Facility Manager for City of Jacksonville, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Katie Blunk - Adaptive Sports Coordinator for North Florida and South Georgia for Veteran's Health System 00:16:32 Veterans Day is a time to celebrate and thank those who served our country. In this episode, we will learn how the City of Jacksonville and USTA Florida have joined forces to launch a new tennis clinic for veterans at Southside park. Veterans Day is a time to celebrate and thank those who served our country. In this episode, we will learn how the City of Jacksonville and USTA Florida have joined forces to launch a new tennis clinic for veterans at Southside park. community, va health system, military, tennis, usta fl, veterans day, veteran, usta false full 61 0458b200-8455-4723-9d09-554552697349 Miami Tennis Outreach Project Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 20 Oct 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Angie Rivera - Executive Director of First Serve Miami, Cathy Nordlund - Tennis Service Representative (Miami), Laura Bowen - Executive Director USTA Florida, Maiysha Warren - Director of Market Development for the USTA Foundation) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Miami Tennis Outreach Project Angie Rivera - Executive Director of First Serve Miami, Cathy Nordlund - Tennis Service Representative (Miami), Laura Bowen - Executive Director USTA Florida, Maiysha Warren - Director of Market Development for the USTA Foundation 00:25:47 Miami is one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in the country. Tune in to hear how USTA Florida and First Serve Miami have joined with city and county parks to deliver more free programs for kids of all ages. Miami is one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in the country. Tune in to hear how USTA Florida and First Serve Miami have joined with city and county parks to deliver more free programs for kids of all ages. kids, free programs, community, youth, tennis, usta fl, outreach, project, miami, usta false full 60 67cf9570-24ce-4d5a-83d7-75f87c7f3377 Wheelchair Tennis Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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Level 5 – PTG Wheelchair Open Event

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]]> Wed, 6 Oct 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (William Speed - USTA Florida Adaptive/Wheelchair Play Coordinator, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Jennifer Edmonson - USTA Chair of Wheelchair Tennis Commitee, Jo Wallen - Senior Director at USTA National Campus) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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Level 5 – PTG Wheelchair Open Event

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]]> Wheelchair Tennis William Speed - USTA Florida Adaptive/Wheelchair Play Coordinator, Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Jennifer Edmonson - USTA Chair of Wheelchair Tennis Commitee, Jo Wallen - Senior Director at USTA National Campus 00:47:59 Wheelchair tennis is on a roll! Tune in to hear how we are working with a team of volunteers, staff and players to create more play opportunities — from tournaments to truly integrated beginner play! Wheelchair tennis is on a roll! Tune in to hear how we are working with a team of volunteers, staff and players to create more play opportunities — from tournaments to truly integrated beginner play! community, adaptive, usta fl, programs, wheelchair, tournaments, usta false full 59 86a67d96-6405-4692-ac6f-a3bc2c6ae401 Coach Education Take a look at our Coach Education page for more information.

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]]> Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (USTA FL Executive Director - Laura Bowen, USTA FL Board Director at Large - Chuck Gil, USTA FL President Elect - Phil Girardi, USTA FL Director of Tennis Management - Frank Swope) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Take a look at our Coach Education page for more information.

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]]> Coach Education USTA FL Executive Director - Laura Bowen, USTA FL Board Director at Large - Chuck Gil, USTA FL President Elect - Phil Girardi, USTA FL Director of Tennis Management - Frank Swope 00:31:15 Coach education is a hot topic with the rising demand for tennis programs and play. Tune in to hear how USTA Florida is work with a team of certified tennis professionals to bring more community coaches into the system and teach them how to deliver entry-level programs. (Guests Chuck Gill; Frank Swope; Phil Girardi) Coach education is a hot topic with the rising demand for tennis programs and play. Tune in to hear how USTA Florida is work with a team of certified tennis professionals to bring more community coaches into the system and teach them how to deliver entry-level programs. (Guests Chuck Gill; Frank Swope; Phil Girardi) coaches, community, coach education, tennis, usta fl, programs, teaching professionals, entry-level, teaching, certified, usta false full 58 6f401fa0-cfc1-44f9-9736-51dcc3be3495 Hispanic Heritage Month Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 8 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (USTA Florida Board Member - Marcelo Gouts, USTA Florida Executive Director - Laura Bowen) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Hispanic Heritage Month USTA Florida Board Member - Marcelo Gouts, USTA Florida Executive Director - Laura Bowen 00:21:59 We’re kicking off our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month with USTA Florida board member and community advocate Marcelo Gouts, who shares his passion for bringing tennis to the Hispanic community in central Florida and keys to expanding our outreach in the future. We’re kicking off our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month with USTA Florida board member and community advocate Marcelo Gouts, who shares his passion for bringing tennis to the Hispanic community in central Florida and keys to expanding our outreach in the future. community, tenisparatodos, tennis, hispanic, usta fl, outreach, celebration, hispanic heritage month, usta false full 57 9b61daca-52e7-4971-90a5-cf92de9a1a25 US Open Preview Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 25 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (USTA Chief of Professional Tennis - Stacey Allaster, USTA Florida Executive Director - Laura Bowen) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> US Open Preview USTA Chief of Professional Tennis - Stacey Allaster, USTA Florida Executive Director - Laura Bowen 00:28:46 Live from New York, it’s the US Open! USTA Chief of Professional Tennis Stacey Allaster gives us an inside look at what you can expect at this year’s US Open. Live from New York, it’s the US Open! USTA Chief of Professional Tennis Stacey Allaster gives us an inside look at what you can expect at this year’s US Open. professional tennis, us open, tennis, usta fl, stacey allaster, open, usta false full 56 14b9228c-9c08-4d49-b93d-1fbd5fe0ca79 USTA Florida Leadership Academy Apply now via the Leadership Academy Application

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]]> Wed, 11 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (USTA FL President Elect - Phil Girardi, USTA FL Executive Director - Laura Bowen) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Apply now via the Leadership Academy Application

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]]> USTA Florida Leadership Academy USTA FL President Elect - Phil Girardi, USTA FL Executive Director - Laura Bowen 00:30:16 Applications for USTA Florida’s Leadership Academy are now open. Tune in to hear from 2021-2022 President-Elect Phil Girardi, as he shares his own leadership journey and what he is looking for in our next class of volunteer leaders. Applications for USTA Florida’s Leadership Academy are now open. Tune in to hear from 2021-2022 President-Elect Phil Girardi, as he shares his own leadership journey and what he is looking for in our next class of volunteer leaders. class, volunteer, leadership academy, tennis, usta fl, leadership, applications, usta false full 55 bf5d44f0-c4b4-44b2-be45-9ecd88ea3012 Improving a Player's and Parent's Mental Game Learn more at our Parent Zone

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]]> Wed, 28 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (USTA Mental Skills Specialist - Dr. Larry Lauer, USTA FL Executive Director - Laura Bowen) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Learn more at our Parent Zone

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]]> Improving a Player's and Parent's Mental Game USTA Mental Skills Specialist - Dr. Larry Lauer, USTA FL Executive Director - Laura Bowen 01:07:28 What does it take to develop a player’s mental skills? How can parents help (or hurt) this aspect of player development? Tune in as we talk to Dr. Larry Lauer, USTA’s Mental Skills Specialist, who will share his advice for parents and players. What does it take to develop a player’s mental skills? How can parents help (or hurt) this aspect of player development? Tune in as we talk to Dr. Larry Lauer, USTA’s Mental Skills Specialist, who will share his advice for parents and players. youth, skills, advice, junior, tennis, usta fl, development, player, mental, parents, usta false full 54 4c9da969-04b4-400b-9cd9-18d6d1763cf1 Parents and USTA Tournaments: Expectations and Best Practices Learn more at our Parent Zone

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]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (USTA Florida President - Dana Andrews, USTA Florida Executive Director - Laura Bowen) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Learn more at our Parent Zone

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]]> Parents and USTA Tournaments: Expectations and Best Practices USTA Florida President - Dana Andrews, USTA Florida Executive Director - Laura Bowen 00:38:37 USTA Florida President Dana Andrews shares her insights as both a former tennis parent and Section Grievance Chair in this parent-focused podcast. Tune in to hear her recommendations for how we can work together to improve the tournament experience for all players. USTA Florida President Dana Andrews shares her insights as both a former tennis parent and Section Grievance Chair in this parent-focused podcast. Tune in to hear her recommendations for how we can work together to improve the tournament experience for all players. players, tennis, tournament, usta florida, parents, usta false full 53 ed23a3ed-4fab-4228-8a29-0899cc0f58fb Rankings and Rating Unfiltered Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 23 Jun 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (John Hudson - Florida Tennis Center provider, Tanner Stump - UF Associate Head Pro, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Petia Rodewald - tennis parent) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Rankings and Rating Unfiltered John Hudson - Florida Tennis Center provider, Tanner Stump - UF Associate Head Pro, Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Petia Rodewald - tennis parent 00:42:47 Part one of this episode features UF Associate Head Pro Tanner Stump discussing how college coaches view rankings and ratings when recruiting players. Part two features tennis parent Petia Rodewald and Florida Tennis Center provider John Hudson as they discuss how parents and tennis coaches view these tools and the roles that each of them play in developing junior players. Part one of this episode features UF Associate Head Pro Tanner Stump discussing how college coaches view rankings and ratings when recruiting players. Part two features tennis parent Petia Rodewald and Florida Tennis Center provider John Hudson as they discuss how parents and tennis coaches view these tools and the roles that each of them play in developing junior players. coaches, rankings, uf, junior, tennis, usta florida, parents, tools, florida tennis center, usta false full 52 ee41fa05-f8c6-48d5-85fb-4f9220ab2caa Tennis Essentials Trainings/Provider Resources Find out more about Provider Resources

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]]> Wed, 9 Jun 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Lori Burdell - Training and Quality Assurance Manager, Steve Keller - Senior Manager of Accreditation and Certification for USTAU, Paul Roetert - Managing Director of USTAU, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Find out more about Provider Resources

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]]> Tennis Essentials Trainings/Provider Resources Lori Burdell - Training and Quality Assurance Manager, Steve Keller - Senior Manager of Accreditation and Certification for USTAU, Paul Roetert - Managing Director of USTAU, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:34:17 USTA Florida’s Lori Burdell joins USTA’s Steve Keller and Paul Roetert to discuss the challenges of recruiting and training new tennis coaches. Tune in as we get information on what resources are available to coaches. USTA Florida’s Lori Burdell joins USTA’s Steve Keller and Paul Roetert to discuss the challenges of recruiting and training new tennis coaches. Tune in as we get information on what resources are available to coaches. coaches, tennis, resources, usta florida, providers, usta false full 51 6375c84c-dd8a-45a5-ab2d-52a874fbe744 What Players Want: A Conversation with Top Florida Providers Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 26 May 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Kevin Brandt - Director of Tennis for Star Island Resort, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Robert Gomez - Director of Tier One Tennis Academy and Tennis Operations Supervisor for City of Coral Gables) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> What Players Want: A Conversation with Top Florida Providers Kevin Brandt - Director of Tennis for Star Island Resort, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Robert Gomez - Director of Tier One Tennis Academy and Tennis Operations Supervisor for City of Coral Gables 00:28:00 We’re talking directly to providers to hear what consumers really want in the current market. Tune in as we get real feedback on what’s working, what’s not, and what providers really need to serve the current influx of players. We’re talking directly to providers to hear what consumers really want in the current market. Tune in as we get real feedback on what’s working, what’s not, and what providers really need to serve the current influx of players. players, consumers, tennis, usta fl, wants, feedback, providers, usta false full 50 7325ea6f-b72f-4548-acc6-7262978f2e8e PAC Study Findings – State of Play in Florida 👉 View the full results for the Florida section of the Tennis Participation Summary Report: Click Here

👉 Learn more about the surge of Florida tennis in 2020: Click Here

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]]> Wed, 12 May 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Keith Storey - Sports Marketing Surveys Vice President, Akash Jain - Director; Business Strategy & Operations) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve 👉 View the full results for the Florida section of the Tennis Participation Summary Report: Click Here

👉 Learn more about the surge of Florida tennis in 2020: Click Here

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]]> PAC Study Findings – State of Play in Florida Keith Storey - Sports Marketing Surveys Vice President, Akash Jain - Director; Business Strategy & Operations 00:23:48 The Tennis Participation Report is out, and we’re digging into the Florida results to see where we shine, and where we have opportunities to grow. Tune in to hear how the study is compiled and how it stacks up to your experience as a player and provider. The Tennis Participation Report is out, and we’re digging into the Florida results to see where we shine, and where we have opportunities to grow. Tune in to hear how the study is compiled and how it stacks up to your experience as a player and provider. players, study, participation, tennis, florida, data, usta florida, providers, usta false full 49 4e3c77c8-0643-4395-921e-9779b0a62459 College Community Hubs Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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Check out more information on our Professional Tennis Management program:

USTA PTM Scholarship Program

]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Dr. Jill Fjelstul - Associate Professor at UCF and Director of Hospitality in Sports / Professional Tennis Management, Danielle Gooding - USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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USTA PTM Scholarship Program

]]> College Community Hubs Dr. Jill Fjelstul - Associate Professor at UCF and Director of Hospitality in Sports / Professional Tennis Management, Danielle Gooding - USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:24:35 With the many first-class university venues in Florida, there is no reason not to make these sites as hubs for local community programs. Dr. Jill Fjelstul, Associate Professor Director of Hospitality in Sports / Professional Tennis Management, Rosen College of Hospitality Management at UCF and Danielle Gooding, USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis will discuss the Collegiate Community Hub concept. With the many first-class university venues in Florida, there is no reason not to make these sites as hubs for local community programs. Dr. Jill Fjelstul, Associate Professor Director of Hospitality in Sports / Professional Tennis Management, Rosen College of Hospitality Management at UCF and Danielle Gooding, USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis will discuss the Collegiate Community Hub concept. collegiate, tennis, usta florida, local community programs, hubs, college, communities, usta, university false full 48 c4702d12-3d38-4302-a8ae-b15276fb2415 Summer Camps & Adult Play Engagement Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 14 Apr 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Frank Swope - Director of Tennis Management) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Summer Camps & Adult Play Engagement Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Frank Swope - Director of Tennis Management 00:21:45 Ready for Summer? USTA Florida is preparing for its Summer Camps for kids while also engaging all the new and returning adult players that are enjoying the sport! Oh how Tennis is growing! View or listen to this episode to learn about how, when and where you can get your game on… Ready for Summer? USTA Florida is preparing for its Summer Camps for kids while also engaging all the new and returning adult players that are enjoying the sport! Oh how Tennis is growing! View or listen to this episode to learn about how, when and where you can get your game on… new players, youth, summer camps, junior, tennis, usta florida, returning players, usta, adult play engagement false full 47 6d6f8675-508c-4a79-819c-ddc8fc72c203 Sportsmanship Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 31 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Scott Williams - Tennis Coach, Daniela Porges - Tennis Player, Lauren Embree - Assistant Tennis Coach at University of Florida) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Sportsmanship Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Scott Williams - Tennis Coach, Daniela Porges - Tennis Player, Lauren Embree - Assistant Tennis Coach at University of Florida 00:21:42 The intent of this episode is to educate players, parents and coaches on the current environment at USTA Florida’s competitive events, why sportsmanship continues to be a priority, (especially in the climate we are living in) solutions on how we can improve sportsmanship, and what are the consequences for all of us if players and parents don’t adapt good sportsmanship habits. The intent of this episode is to educate players, parents and coaches on the current environment at USTA Florida’s competitive events, why sportsmanship continues to be a priority, (especially in the climate we are living in) solutions on how we can improve sportsmanship, and what are the consequences for all of us if players and parents don’t adapt good sportsmanship habits. players, coaches, competitive, sportsmanship, tennis, habits, usta florida, compete, usta false full 46 955b2148-f8cf-4097-a91f-45c93c01bdf8 League Reg Changes and National/Section Champs Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Desirae McLaughlin - Adult Team Play Manager, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> League Reg Changes and National/Section Champs Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Desirae McLaughlin - Adult Team Play Manager, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis 00:08:57 We’ll review the USTA National regulations changes for 2021. With the recent release of the 2021 National and Sectional League Championship calendars, we will share other USTA Florida Sectional news about potential Sectional format changes, and new divisions of play! We’ll review the USTA National regulations changes for 2021. With the recent release of the 2021 National and Sectional League Championship calendars, we will share other USTA Florida Sectional news about potential Sectional format changes, and new divisions of play! leagues, usta national, tennis, 2021, regulation changes, sectionals, usta florida, sectional league championship, usta false full 45 20754618-8584-4563-90f4-c7897005cf25 Adaptive Programs Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (William Speed - Coordinator of Adaptive Tennis, Danielle Gooding - Director of Community Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Adaptive Programs William Speed - Coordinator of Adaptive Tennis, Danielle Gooding - Director of Community Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:16:33 Growing Adaptive Tennis is one of USTA Florida’s major priorities. William Speed, Coordinator of Adaptive Tennis, and Danielle Gooding, Director of Community Tennis, discuss their team’s efforts in bringing adaptive tennis to different communities in Florida. Growing Adaptive Tennis is one of USTA Florida’s major priorities. William Speed, Coordinator of Adaptive Tennis, and Danielle Gooding, Director of Community Tennis, discuss their team’s efforts in bringing adaptive tennis to different communities in Florida. community, adaptive, tennis, usta fl, programs, wheelchair, usta false full 44 0686773e-c72f-46ab-94e9-c50529a4deca USTA Florida Foundation Focus For more information on EleVen by Venus visit:

Elevenbyvenuswilliams.com/pages/Believe-In-Tomorrow

 

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]]> Wed, 3 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Alexis Johnson - Florida Foundation Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve For more information on EleVen by Venus visit:

Elevenbyvenuswilliams.com/pages/Believe-In-Tomorrow

 

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]]> USTA Florida Foundation Focus Laura Bowen - USTA FL Executive Director, Alexis Johnson - Florida Foundation Executive Director 00:21:56 The USTA Florida Foundation has new support opportunities available now for grassroots tennis programs. Tune in to hear about the grant application window and a brand-new opportunity to support under-served youth athletes across the state thanks to a new partnership with EleVen by Venus. The USTA Florida Foundation has new support opportunities available now for grassroots tennis programs. Tune in to hear about the grant application window and a brand-new opportunity to support under-served youth athletes across the state thanks to a new partnership with EleVen by Venus. application, eleven, usta fl, support, grants, florida foundation, tennis programs, usta false full 43 13e4fa15-4c51-4ffc-bd1f-abe45cdeb489 Black History & Amplify Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Ronald Lyons -Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator, Lauren Bowen - Executive Director, Marisa Grimes - Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Black History & Amplify Ronald Lyons -Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator, Lauren Bowen - Executive Director, Marisa Grimes - Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer 00:20:57 As we celebrate Black History Month, we also must reflect on the work we must do to bring more tennis opportunities to the Black community in Florida. Join our D&I leaders as they discuss the work we are doing in 2021 and beyond. As we celebrate Black History Month, we also must reflect on the work we must do to bring more tennis opportunities to the Black community in Florida. Join our D&I leaders as they discuss the work we are doing in 2021 and beyond. black history month, inclusion, tennis, 2021, diversity, usta florida, usta, black community false full 42 0319af6e-5516-4ddf-b3c0-0e6fa7177f0c Junior Circuit/JTT Visit www.ustaflorida.com/florida-junior-team-tennis-spring-season-report/ to view a current list of available Junior Team Tennis leagues. Registration is now open!

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]]> Wed, 3 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Elizabeth Coates - Youth Team Play Manager, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Thad Hawkes - Youth Program Coordinator) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Visit www.ustaflorida.com/florida-junior-team-tennis-spring-season-report/ to view a current list of available Junior Team Tennis leagues. Registration is now open!

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]]> Junior Circuit/JTT Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Elizabeth Coates - Youth Team Play Manager, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Thad Hawkes - Youth Program Coordinator 00:24:06 Where are the 10U events? Our youth tennis program staff check in to explain the new Junior Circuit and provide updates on orange-ball, green-ball and Junior Team Tennis play this Spring. Where are the 10U events? Our youth tennis program staff check in to explain the new Junior Circuit and provide updates on orange-ball, green-ball and Junior Team Tennis play this Spring. 10u, junior team tennis, green-ball, orange-ball, tennis, spring season, junior circuit, youth tennis, usta florida, junior tennis tournaments, usta false full 41 1fc7aa27-04f9-41aa-a6ba-4ee17defd8c8 Rankings & Junior Tournament Info Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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Keep track of 2021 events and tournaments at: playtennis.usta.com/tournaments

]]> Wed, 20 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Lew Brewer - Director of Junior Competition, Thad Hawkes - Youth Program Coordinator, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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Keep track of 2021 events and tournaments at: playtennis.usta.com/tournaments

]]> Rankings & Junior Tournament Info Lew Brewer - Director of Junior Competition, Thad Hawkes - Youth Program Coordinator, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:40:57 Junior players and parents: Tune in as our team tackles some of the common questions we have received about the new ranking list, new tournament structure and get an outlook on national tournaments for Q1. Junior players and parents: Tune in as our team tackles some of the common questions we have received about the new ranking list, new tournament structure and get an outlook on national tournaments for Q1. junior tournaments, junior, tennis, 2021, usta florida, sectional, national, usta, ranking false full 40 9dd72d96-484d-4403-a71f-4ff3b65d1729 Adult Tournaments Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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Keep track of 2021 events and tournaments at: playtennis.usta.com/tournaments

]]> Wed, 6 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Andy Gladstone - Adult Individual Play Coordinator, Milagros Huss - National Manager of Adult Tournaments, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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Keep track of 2021 events and tournaments at: playtennis.usta.com/tournaments

]]> Adult Tournaments Andy Gladstone - Adult Individual Play Coordinator, Milagros Huss - National Manager of Adult Tournaments, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:22:32 We’re kicking off the New Year with a look at the new Adult Tournaments available in 2021. Our Adult Tennis Team and experts from USTA give us the latest updates on everything from NTRP to Super Senior Grand Prix. We’re kicking off the New Year with a look at the new Adult Tournaments available in 2021. Our Adult Tennis Team and experts from USTA give us the latest updates on everything from NTRP to Super Senior Grand Prix. adult tennis team, super senior grand prix, tennis, 2021, usta florida, adult tournaments, ntrp, usta false full 39 7e583acc-54de-428b-8669-c55ed5cce6a6 You Asked / We Answer Podcast Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 23 Dec 2020 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Stefan Burnett - Marketing Manager, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> You Asked / We Answer Podcast Stefan Burnett - Marketing Manager, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:30:57 In this end of year special episode, we ask Executive Director Laura Bowen questions that were submitted from the Florida tennis community. In this end of year special episode, we ask Executive Director Laura Bowen questions that were submitted from the Florida tennis community. end of year, tennis, tennis community, questions, usta florida, usta false full 38 6a578f4a-bce0-4291-970c-3e85eb276503 Youth Tournaments and NG Circuit Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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For 2021 junior tournaments, keep track of this link as more tournaments are added ➡️ Click Here

]]> Wed, 16 Dec 2020 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Nolan Brewer - Youth Individual Play Coordinator, Elizabeth Coates - Youth Team Play Coordinator) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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For 2021 junior tournaments, keep track of this link as more tournaments are added ➡️ Click Here

]]> Youth Tournaments and NG Circuit Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Nolan Brewer - Youth Individual Play Coordinator, Elizabeth Coates - Youth Team Play Coordinator 00:19:56 As 2020 draws to a close, find out what you can expect from youth tournaments in 2021. Youth Tennis Director Jason Gilbert shares the latest on the new structure, safety guidelines and more! As 2020 draws to a close, find out what you can expect from youth tournaments in 2021. Youth Tennis Director Jason Gilbert shares the latest on the new structure, safety guidelines and more! youth, individual play, tennis, 2021, safety guidelines, tournaments, youth tennis, usta florida, team play, usta false full 37 16036015-6735-41ba-9cd2-5da42e4e5952 Officiating Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 9 Dec 2020 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Clark Higgs - Immediate Past USTA Florida President, Tracy Morgan - USTA Florida Officials Committee Chair) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Officiating Clark Higgs - Immediate Past USTA Florida President, Tracy Morgan - USTA Florida Officials Committee Chair 00:23:08 How has COVID-19 changed the game for officials? USTA Florida Officials Committee Chair, Tracy Morgan and Immediate Past President Clark Higgs share their experiences and thoughts on 2021 events. How has COVID-19 changed the game for officials? USTA Florida Officials Committee Chair, Tracy Morgan and Immediate Past President Clark Higgs share their experiences and thoughts on 2021 events. 2021 events, officials, tennis, covid-19, usta florida, usta false full 36 8f04892c-2abb-4ff7-8d5e-50d79c8b3722 2021 Sectional Events Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 2 Dec 2020 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> 2021 Sectional Events Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis 00:19:19 Join Christine Ducey, Director of Adult Tennis and Jason Gilbert, Director of Youth Tennis as they give a thorough review of what 2021 Sectional events will look like and what new and exciting things to expect. Join Christine Ducey, Director of Adult Tennis and Jason Gilbert, Director of Youth Tennis as they give a thorough review of what 2021 Sectional events will look like and what new and exciting things to expect. tennis, 2021, youth tennis, usta florida, sectional events, adult tennis, usta false full 35 b18ba44e-c346-46ad-ab57-5c683249a56d USTA Florida Foundation Support Support the USTA Florida Foundation online: ustafloridafoundation.com

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]]> Wed, 25 Nov 2020 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Donn Davis - USTA Florida Foundation President, Alexis Johnson - USTA Florida Foundation Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Support the USTA Florida Foundation online: ustafloridafoundation.com

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]]> USTA Florida Foundation Support Donn Davis - USTA Florida Foundation President, Alexis Johnson - USTA Florida Foundation Executive Director 00:26:10 Join USTA Florida Foundation Executive Director Alexis Johnson and Foundation President Donn Davis as they discuss how grassroots tennis programs provide lifechanging opportunities to those in local communities and how many have struggled to reopen and remain available since COVID-19. The USTA Florida Foundation has options to help and we’re ready to debunk the myth that support is too difficult to obtain. Join USTA Florida Foundation Executive Director Alexis Johnson and Foundation President Donn Davis as they discuss how grassroots tennis programs provide lifechanging opportunities to those in local communities and how many have struggled to reopen and remain available since COVID-19. The USTA Florida Foundation has options to help and we’re ready to debunk the myth that support is too difficult to obtain. usta florida foundation, support tennis, tennis, usta florida foundation license plates, usta florida, usta false full 34 e5a7ef7e-a645-4d89-9ff4-ba5586a9fb6a USTA Florida Board Focus Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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USTA Florida Board Sets Sights on Continued Growth in 2021-2022

USTA Florida Introduces Expanded Volunteer Structure for 2021-2022 Term

 

]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2020 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Dana Andrews - USTA Florida 2021-2022 President, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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USTA Florida Board Sets Sights on Continued Growth in 2021-2022

USTA Florida Introduces Expanded Volunteer Structure for 2021-2022 Term

 

]]> USTA Florida Board Focus Dana Andrews - USTA Florida 2021-2022 President, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:33:08 USTA Florida 2021-2022 President Dana Andrews has assembled a stellar board and volunteer structure to build on the organization’s growth. Get the scoop on what she sees as the most important areas of focus and why she’s excited to serve in the coming years. USTA Florida 2021-2022 President Dana Andrews has assembled a stellar board and volunteer structure to build on the organization’s growth. Get the scoop on what she sees as the most important areas of focus and why she’s excited to serve in the coming years. wheelchair tennis, tennis, florida, volunteers, usta florida, usta florida board, tennis facilities, usta false full 33 9b7c4c4b-0bb6-4e10-8be1-916384d7ebd8 USPTA Florida Focus Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2020 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Joe D'Aleo - USPTA Florida President, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> USPTA Florida Focus Joe D'Aleo - USPTA Florida President, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:41:03 USPTA Florida President Joe D’Aleo joins our podcast to talk about how tennis professionals are navigating the return to tennis and how USTA Florida can help them grow even more in 2021. USPTA Florida President Joe D’Aleo joins our podcast to talk about how tennis professionals are navigating the return to tennis and how USTA Florida can help them grow even more in 2021. wheelchair tennis, tennis, florida, volunteers, usta florida, tennis facilities, usta false full 32 dc16977b-00e3-4d3b-acdf-f76769bf3668 Volunteer Opportunities Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 4 Nov 2020 17:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jasmine Baptiste-Apena - Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Mary Conaway - USTA FL Board Member) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Volunteer Opportunities Jasmine Baptiste-Apena - Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Mary Conaway - USTA FL Board Member 00:20:44 It’s official – the inaugural class of the USTA Florida Leadership Academy is graduating this month. We check in with USTA Florida Board Member Mary Conaway and Volunteer Engagement Coordinator Jasmine Baptiste-Apena to see what new volunteer opportunities are coming in 2021 and how you can get involved. It’s official – the inaugural class of the USTA Florida Leadership Academy is graduating this month. We check in with USTA Florida Board Member Mary Conaway and Volunteer Engagement Coordinator Jasmine Baptiste-Apena to see what new volunteer opportunities are coming in 2021 and how you can get involved. volunteer, tennis, florida, usta florida, usta false full 31 fb910667-790a-4b46-99ab-2db56d2e9285 Provider App Resources & Virtual Training Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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Check out our revamped app to gain access to all things Florida tennis in the palm of your hand!

]]> Wed, 28 Oct 2020 16:45:07 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Stefan Burnett - Marketing Manager, Lori Burdell - Quality & Assurance Manager) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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Check out our revamped app to gain access to all things Florida tennis in the palm of your hand!

]]> Provider App Resources & Virtual Training Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Stefan Burnett - Marketing Manager, Lori Burdell - Quality & Assurance Manager 00:26:04 With the increased demand and need for virtual trainings and on demand resources for providers and programs, USTA Florida Training and Quality Assurance Manager Lori Burdell & Marketing Manager Stefan Burnett discuss new provider resources and trainings available through the USTA Florida provider web page and revamped app. With the increased demand and need for virtual trainings and on demand resources for providers and programs, USTA Florida Training and Quality Assurance Manager Lori Burdell & Marketing Manager Stefan Burnett discuss new provider resources and trainings available through the USTA Florida provider web page and revamped app. tennis, florida, usta florida, usta false full 30 32042e5b-ec8d-4c65-910d-30da303d1943 LSA/FAU Virtual Adaptive Tennis Love Serving Autism is excited to partner with the FAU Women’s Tennis Team to coach virtual adaptive tennis. Tune in as Lisa Pugliese-LaCroix, Founder of Love Serving Autism and Caroline Wheelen, FAU Women’s Tennis Coach discuss the importance of community outreach for collegiate athletes to develop future leaders both on and off the tennis court.

]]> Wed, 21 Oct 2020 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Lisa Pugliese-LaCroix - Founder of Love Serving Autism, Natalia Boltinskaya - FAU Women's Tennis Team Player, Caroline Wheelen - FAU Women's Tennis Coach) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Love Serving Autism is excited to partner with the FAU Women’s Tennis Team to coach virtual adaptive tennis. Tune in as Lisa Pugliese-LaCroix, Founder of Love Serving Autism and Caroline Wheelen, FAU Women’s Tennis Coach discuss the importance of community outreach for collegiate athletes to develop future leaders both on and off the tennis court.

]]> LSA/FAU Virtual Adaptive Tennis Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Lisa Pugliese-LaCroix - Founder of Love Serving Autism, Natalia Boltinskaya - FAU Women's Tennis Team Player, Caroline Wheelen - FAU Women's Tennis Coach 00:25:56 Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts. Click to go to the USTA Florida Facebook Page. Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts. Click to go to the USTA Florida Facebook Page. florida atlantic university, tennis, love serving autism, florida tennis, fau false full 29 34d146ec-f531-46bd-bbaa-4b468c73ac14 Schools Tennis/PE Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2020 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Magali Holt - Community Play Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Schools Tennis/PE Magali Holt - Community Play Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:25:11 Schools are back and with students working in both virtual and in-person environments, what tools are available to help get kids active and moving with tennis? USTA Florida Community Play Coordinator Magali Holt gives an update on PE resources for teachers and parents. Schools are back and with students working in both virtual and in-person environments, what tools are available to help get kids active and moving with tennis? USTA Florida Community Play Coordinator Magali Holt gives an update on PE resources for teachers and parents. false full 28 2f3979f0-7cae-4357-b2c2-bd11a640c321 Serve Tennis Sanctioning Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2020 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Nolan Brewer - Youth Individual Play Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Andy Gladstone - Adult Program Coordinator) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Serve Tennis Sanctioning Nolan Brewer - Youth Individual Play Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Andy Gladstone - Adult Program Coordinator 00:28:42 With sanctioning now open and a new tournament structure, USTA Florida tournament support staff discuss how providers can apply for events in 2021 and what changes they need to be mindful of when submitting their requests. With sanctioning now open and a new tournament structure, USTA Florida tournament support staff discuss how providers can apply for events in 2021 and what changes they need to be mindful of when submitting their requests. false full 27 230eb9a3-c0de-4ab1-a3a4-a4337f1235a3 NTRP Year-End Ratings Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2020 16:00:00 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Clark Higgs - USTA Florida President, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> NTRP Year-End Ratings Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Clark Higgs - USTA Florida President, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis 00:25:43 Join USTA Florida President Clark Higgs and Director of Adult Tennis Christine Ducey for a discussion and expert insights on the recent decision regarding NTRP Year-End ratings for 2020. Join USTA Florida President Clark Higgs and Director of Adult Tennis Christine Ducey for a discussion and expert insights on the recent decision regarding NTRP Year-End ratings for 2020. ntrp, tennis leagues false full 26 7876e24b-5319-4915-b02a-9b8683164624 Campus Events: "Bobby Curtis" Green Ball Sectional Championship Click the link below for the "know before you go" USTA National Campus Health Guideline FAQs.

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]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2020 16:00:09 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jenna Kelly - USTA National Campus Senior Manager of Events, Josh Record - USTA National Campus Manager of Events, Elissa Kinard-Hill - USTA National Campus Director of Events, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Click the link below for the "know before you go" USTA National Campus Health Guideline FAQs.

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]]> Campus Events: "Bobby Curtis" Green Ball Sectional Championship Jenna Kelly - USTA National Campus Senior Manager of Events, Josh Record - USTA National Campus Manager of Events, Elissa Kinard-Hill - USTA National Campus Director of Events, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis 00:20:01 Tune in as we check in with the USTA National Campus event team on what we learned from our first post-COVID sectional event and what players and parents can expect at this weekend's Bobby Curtis Green Ball Championships. Tune in as we check in with the USTA National Campus event team on what we learned from our first post-COVID sectional event and what players and parents can expect at this weekend's Bobby Curtis Green Ball Championships. tennis, usta florida false full 25 8e272308-a0f9-4e6e-b3b9-bd3552c463a6 Private Club Challenges & Opportunities Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2020 16:00:06 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Chuck Gill - Director of Sports at the Club at Ibis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Private Club Challenges & Opportunities Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Chuck Gill - Director of Sports at the Club at Ibis 00:35:39 Private tennis clubs face unique challenges and opportunities to grow in the post-COVID-19 world. Tune in as we get key insights from Chuck Gill, Director of Sports at the Club at Ibis, about how clubs can meet new demand and avoid potential pitfalls. Private tennis clubs face unique challenges and opportunities to grow in the post-COVID-19 world. Tune in as we get key insights from Chuck Gill, Director of Sports at the Club at Ibis, about how clubs can meet new demand and avoid potential pitfalls. tennis, usta florida false full 24 36f51a3a-66a9-469c-8af6-70ac2d61a06f Wheelchair Play Click here for the USTA 2021 Wheelchair Restructure

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]]> Wed, 9 Sep 2020 16:00:19 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Ron Lyons - Diversity & Outreach Coordinator, Jennifer Edmonson - USTA Southern Wheelchair Subcommittee Chair, Joanne Wallen - USTA Director of Adult Competition, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Bill Hannigan - Tennis Service Representative) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Click here for the USTA 2021 Wheelchair Restructure

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]]> Wheelchair Play Ron Lyons - Diversity & Outreach Coordinator, Jennifer Edmonson - USTA Southern Wheelchair Subcommittee Chair, Joanne Wallen - USTA Director of Adult Competition, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Bill Hannigan - Tennis Service Representative 00:26:01 Wheelchair tennis is taking center stage on Ashe Court during the US Open this year. Tune in as we talk with USTA’s Wheelchair tennis committee and USTA Florida’s wheelchair project team about the resumption of wheelchair play in the wake of COVID-19 and get a preview of the new wheelchair tournament structure coming in 2021. Wheelchair tennis is taking center stage on Ashe Court during the US Open this year. Tune in as we talk with USTA’s Wheelchair tennis committee and USTA Florida’s wheelchair project team about the resumption of wheelchair play in the wake of COVID-19 and get a preview of the new wheelchair tournament structure coming in 2021. wheelchair tennis, tennis, usta florida, usta false full 23 e630bd2c-d80b-4bbc-84cd-6eec90752afb Adult Beginners Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 2 Sep 2020 16:00:05 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jennifer Wysocki - Adult Program Coordinator, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, Laura Bowen – Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Adult Beginners Jennifer Wysocki - Adult Program Coordinator, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, Laura Bowen – Executive Director 00:14:14 It’s been four months since we first talked about getting new beginners on the court in the post-COVID-19 environment. With demand for tennis at a high, we check in again with our Adult Tennis team to discuss plans for rolling out more Love to Learn/Love to Play programs across the state this fall. It’s been four months since we first talked about getting new beginners on the court in the post-COVID-19 environment. With demand for tennis at a high, we check in again with our Adult Tennis team to discuss plans for rolling out more Love to Learn/Love to Play programs across the state this fall. false full 22 1888d05b-605b-451f-b82c-d99e7c098f75 Adaptive/Special Olympics Florida Download the Special Olympics COVID-19 Safety Guidelines

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]]> Wed, 26 Aug 2020 16:00:07 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Ron Lyons - Diversity & Outreach Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Bankole Adebanjo - Special Olmypics Florida Vice President of Sports & Programs, Danielle Good - Director of Community Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Download the Special Olympics COVID-19 Safety Guidelines

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]]> Adaptive/Special Olympics Florida Ron Lyons - Diversity & Outreach Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Bankole Adebanjo - Special Olmypics Florida Vice President of Sports & Programs, Danielle Good - Director of Community Tennis 00:18:27 Tennis is one of only two sports that Special Olympics is set to resume this fall. Tune in as our Community Tennis team talks with Bankole Adebanjo, Vice President of Sports & Programs at Special Olympics Florida as we talk through the new guidelines and resources available for players and coaches. Tennis is one of only two sports that Special Olympics is set to resume this fall. Tune in as our Community Tennis team talks with Bankole Adebanjo, Vice President of Sports & Programs at Special Olympics Florida as we talk through the new guidelines and resources available for players and coaches. special olympics florida, tennis, adaptive tennis false full 21 9a9104a8-1b12-4727-a830-2d5a040c4d4d COVID's Effect On USTA Sectional Play Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2020 19:03:20 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Ivan Baron - Delray Beach Open Tournament Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> COVID's Effect On USTA Sectional Play Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Ivan Baron - Delray Beach Open Tournament Director 00:16:34 USTA Florida Executive Director Laura Bowen joins Delray Beach Open Tournament Director Ivan Baron to discuss COVID-19’s effect on the future of USTA Florida tennis. USTA Florida Executive Director Laura Bowen joins Delray Beach Open Tournament Director Ivan Baron to discuss COVID-19’s effect on the future of USTA Florida tennis. florida tennos, tennis, delraybeach open false full 20 b1da2bd5-4bdc-490d-9e2c-061beb00391b Future of College Tennis Including Tennis On Campus Read our statement regarding the 2020/2021 Florida Tennis On Campus Season.

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]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2020 16:00:03 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Phil Girardi - St. Pete College Coach, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Andy Gladstone - Adult Program Coordinator) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Read our statement regarding the 2020/2021 Florida Tennis On Campus Season.

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]]> Future of College Tennis Including Tennis On Campus Phil Girardi - St. Pete College Coach, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Andy Gladstone - Adult Program Coordinator 00:29:15 With colleges reducing in-person classes and college sports on hold, what will the future of College Tennis look like in Florida this year? Tune in as USTA FL Board member and St. Pete College Coach Phil Girardi shares his views with USTA Florida’s college tennis resident expert Andy Gladstone. With colleges reducing in-person classes and college sports on hold, what will the future of College Tennis look like in Florida this year? Tune in as USTA FL Board member and St. Pete College Coach Phil Girardi shares his views with USTA Florida’s college tennis resident expert Andy Gladstone. tennis, tennis on campus, florida, college false full 19 630a92dc-e7cb-4ad3-9def-041aeba024b5 High School Tennis Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 5 Aug 2020 16:00:03 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Thad Hawkes - Youth Program Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Todd Rubenstein, Dede Allen - Episcopal School of Jacksonville Program Director and Executive Director of the FHSTA, Todd Rubenstein - Head Coaching Mourning School and USPTA District 13 President) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> High School Tennis Thad Hawkes - Youth Program Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Todd Rubenstein, Dede Allen - Episcopal School of Jacksonville Program Director and Executive Director of the FHSTA, Todd Rubenstein - Head Coaching Mourning School and USPTA District 13 President 00:41:01 We continue our discussion of school tennis this week with the potential return to high school tennis play. Tune in to hear what three of our long-time high school coaches, Dede Allen, Todd Rubenstein and USTA Florida’s own Thad Hawkes, had to say about the prospects for play this year. We continue our discussion of school tennis this week with the potential return to high school tennis play. Tune in to hear what three of our long-time high school coaches, Dede Allen, Todd Rubenstein and USTA Florida’s own Thad Hawkes, had to say about the prospects for play this year. high school tennis, tennis, florida tennis false full 18 c4e2047e-2a2b-4262-b004-9141c7ff460e Schools/After-School Share your thoughts with us, and complete the survey! 

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]]> Wed, 29 Jul 2020 16:00:03 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Magali Holt - Community Play Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Danielle Gooding - Director of Community Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Share your thoughts with us, and complete the survey! 

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]]> Schools/After-School Magali Holt - Community Play Coordinator, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Danielle Gooding - Director of Community Tennis 00:16:55 With Florida schools working on their return to the classroom USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis Danielle Gooding & Community Play Coordinator Magali Holt are working on keep kids active in PE and After-School. Check out what they have to say about the return of teacher-run programs this year. With Florida schools working on their return to the classroom USTA Florida Director of Community Tennis Danielle Gooding & Community Play Coordinator Magali Holt are working on keep kids active in PE and After-School. Check out what they have to say about the return of teacher-run programs this year. after-school, tennis, school false full 17 7adfa290-152b-4930-b94a-1b6ef5184355 Junior Team Tennis Program Share your thoughts with us, and complete the survey! 

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]]> Wed, 22 Jul 2020 16:00:10 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Elizabeth Coates - Youth Team Play Manager, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Share your thoughts with us, and complete the survey! 

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]]> Junior Team Tennis Program Elizabeth Coates - Youth Team Play Manager, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:14:10 When and where will junior team tennis return to the Sunshine State? Youth Team Play Manager Elizabeth Coates is ready to bring this important program back this fall. Tune in to find out when and where you can play. When and where will junior team tennis return to the Sunshine State? Youth Team Play Manager Elizabeth Coates is ready to bring this important program back this fall. Tune in to find out when and where you can play. junior team tennis, tennis true full 16 73dd16df-267b-4b17-816f-0fe2f42dc81e Social Justice & Equality in Tennis Click the link below to find out more about the USTA Florida Amplify Project 

USTA Florida Amplify Project

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]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2020 16:00:01 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, MaliVai Washington - Former ATP Pro & Founder of the MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation, Ron Lyons - Diversity & Outreach Coordinator) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Click the link below to find out more about the USTA Florida Amplify Project 

USTA Florida Amplify Project

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]]> Social Justice & Equality in Tennis Laura Bowen - Executive Director, MaliVai Washington - Former ATP Pro & Founder of the MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation, Ron Lyons - Diversity & Outreach Coordinator 00:38:16 Former ATP Pro & Founder of the Malivai Washington Youth Foundation, MaliVai Washington; and USTA Florida Diversity & Outreach Coordinator, Ron Lyons, share their insights on social justice & equality in tennis and how USTA Florida is amplifying voices that need to be heard. Former ATP Pro & Founder of the Malivai Washington Youth Foundation, MaliVai Washington; and USTA Florida Diversity & Outreach Coordinator, Ron Lyons, share their insights on social justice & equality in tennis and how USTA Florida is amplifying voices that need to be heard. tennis, florida, social justice false full 15 de1f13f9-03e4-4ed3-ae5c-e1a7a973e176 Adaptive Programs Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 8 Jul 2020 16:00:02 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Danielle Gooding - Director of Community Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Ron Lyons - Diversity and Outreach Coordinator, Lisa Pugliese LaCroix - Founder of Lover Serving Autism) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Adaptive Programs Danielle Gooding - Director of Community Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Ron Lyons - Diversity and Outreach Coordinator, Lisa Pugliese LaCroix - Founder of Lover Serving Autism 00:22:58 Tune in as USTA Florida’s Community Team connects with Representatives from Special Olympics and Love Serving Autism to discuss guidelines for resuming adaptive programs and how coaches and volunteers can get training. Tune in as USTA Florida’s Community Team connects with Representatives from Special Olympics and Love Serving Autism to discuss guidelines for resuming adaptive programs and how coaches and volunteers can get training. autism, tennis, special olympics false full 14 42e222ef-c068-4927-ad52-da29d0584d7e Sectional Events Get more details about the upcoming Sectional Events.

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]]> Wed, 1 Jul 2020 16:00:19 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Josh Record - USTA National Campus Events Manager, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Get more details about the upcoming Sectional Events.

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]]> Sectional Events Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Josh Record - USTA National Campus Events Manager, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis 00:21:53 USTA Florida Sectional Events are making a comeback in August. Tune in to hear what we will be hosting next month at the USTA National Campus and what players can expect. USTA Florida Sectional Events are making a comeback in August. Tune in to hear what we will be hosting next month at the USTA National Campus and what players can expect. tennis false full 13 0f8ac9d7-d792-4e81-9dab-62bf0902a73c Here To Serve: Adult League Restart Guidelines Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2020 20:00:16 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Here To Serve: Adult League Restart Guidelines Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis 00:28:00 Tune in as USTA Florida Director of Adult Tennis Christine Ducey explains the new guidelines for league play and what you can expect in your area. Tune in as USTA Florida Director of Adult Tennis Christine Ducey explains the new guidelines for league play and what you can expect in your area. adult tennis leagues, tennis false full 12 3a6972aa-90ee-4b87-bbd0-639b3f435ede Here To Serve: Youth & Adult Tournament Restart Guidelines Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2020 16:00:07 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Here To Serve: Youth & Adult Tournament Restart Guidelines Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:14:27 Join USTA Florida Director of Adult Tennis Jason Gilbert and Adult Tennis Play Coordinator Andy Gladstone as they discuss the new guidelines and schedule for tournaments in July. Join USTA Florida Director of Adult Tennis Jason Gilbert and Adult Tennis Play Coordinator Andy Gladstone as they discuss the new guidelines and schedule for tournaments in July. junior tournaments, tennis, youth tennis false full 11 9535221a-e237-4e9c-8d21-f893fe432562 USTA National Campus  Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2020 20:00:10 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Elissa Hill - USTA National Campus Senior Director of Events, Tim Cass - USTA National Campus General Manager) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve  Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> USTA National Campus Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Elissa Hill - USTA National Campus Senior Director of Events, Tim Cass - USTA National Campus General Manager 00:37:51 Last Friday, we sat down with USTA National Campus General Manager Tim Cass and Senior Director of Events Elissa Hill to get the inside story on the resumption of play and events. Tune in to hear how they are re-thinking play at the world's largest public tennis center. Last Friday, we sat down with USTA National Campus General Manager Tim Cass and Senior Director of Events Elissa Hill to get the inside story on the resumption of play and events. Tune in to hear how they are re-thinking play at the world's largest public tennis center. usta national campus, tennis false full 10 9c380655-bf1a-4348-bcad-641bf2d6e6a4 Public Parks Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2020 16:00:04 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Marcelo Gouts - Board Member & Founder of MG Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Public Parks Laura Bowen - USTA Florida Executive Director, Marcelo Gouts - Board Member & Founder of MG Tennis 00:28:11 Resuming play at public tennis centers post COVID-19 requires advocacy and patience. Tune in as we talk to long-time public facility manager and USTA FL Board Member Marcelo Gouts, who shares his perspectives on re-opening and the role advocacy can play in growing tennis. Resuming play at public tennis centers post COVID-19 requires advocacy and patience. Tune in as we talk to long-time public facility manager and USTA FL Board Member Marcelo Gouts, who shares his perspectives on re-opening and the role advocacy can play in growing tennis. public parks, tennis false full 9 852f9ab1-e5cf-4dd3-aa5e-b8f2518e000b Summer Camps At USTA Florida Managed Facilities Click the link below to see how USTA Florida Managed Facilities Summer Camps have changed this year for increased safety. 
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]]> Wed, 10 Jun 2020 16:00:06 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Lori Burdell - Training and Quality Assurance Manager, Frank Swope - Director Of Tennis Management) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Click the link below to see how USTA Florida Managed Facilities Summer Camps have changed this year for increased safety. 
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]]> Summer Camps At USTA Florida Managed Facilities Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Lori Burdell - Training and Quality Assurance Manager, Frank Swope - Director Of Tennis Management 00:23:37 Looking for the inside track on summer tennis camps? Check in with our Tennis Management team to get the latest on guidelines, best practices and what parent can expect. Looking for the inside track on summer tennis camps? Check in with our Tennis Management team to get the latest on guidelines, best practices and what parent can expect. summer camps, tennis false full 8 6dc1f3ab-785c-49d4-b45a-0a4020fc18e2 Junior Team Tennis Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 3 Jun 2020 15:45:17 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Elizabeth Coates - Youth Team Play Manager, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Junior Team Tennis Elizabeth Coates - Youth Team Play Manager, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:19:54 When will Junior Team Tennis resume and what will parents and players need to consider? Join Liz Coates, Youth Team Play Manager, as she discusses the future of this program. When will Junior Team Tennis resume and what will parents and players need to consider? Join Liz Coates, Youth Team Play Manager, as she discusses the future of this program. false full 7 3eba4b14-1a4e-4f95-b181-d79c275cd17b Community Tennis Updates Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 27 May 2020 16:00:01 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Magali Holt - Community Play Coordinator, Ronald Lyons - Diversity & Outreach Coordinator, Danielle Gooding - Director of Community Tennis) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Community Tennis Updates Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Magali Holt - Community Play Coordinator, Ronald Lyons - Diversity & Outreach Coordinator, Danielle Gooding - Director of Community Tennis 00:27:22 Will after-school programs return this fall? How can adaptive players and families participate in tennis safely? Hear what our Community Tennis Director, Danielle Gooding, and her diverse team have to say about the current state of community tennis programs in this week's Here To Serve podcast. Will after-school programs return this fall? How can adaptive players and families participate in tennis safely? Hear what our Community Tennis Director, Danielle Gooding, and her diverse team have to say about the current state of community tennis programs in this week's Here To Serve podcast. tennis, adaptive tennis, after school tennis false full 6 5c8a1562-3a48-4c31-8462-3ab83dac75c7 Youth Tournaments Share your thoughts with us, and complete the survey! 

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]]> Wed, 20 May 2020 16:00:19 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Share your thoughts with us, and complete the survey! 

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]]> Youth Tournaments Jason Gilbert - Director of Youth Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:15:20 What will junior tournaments look like when they return? Will the Bobby Curtis State Championships still be played? Check out this week's Here to Serve podcast with Youth Tennis Director Jason Gilbert to get answers to these questions and share your comments with us! What will junior tournaments look like when they return? Will the Bobby Curtis State Championships still be played? Check out this week's Here to Serve podcast with Youth Tennis Director Jason Gilbert to get answers to these questions and share your comments with us! junior tournaments, tennis false full 5 3dd3c0cf-8123-4837-bc4f-7d26b4ef5813 Adult Leagues Players:  Share your thoughts with us, and complete the survey! 

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]]> Wed, 13 May 2020 16:00:30 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, SLC, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Desirase McLaughlin - Adult Team play Manager/SLC) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Players:  Share your thoughts with us, and complete the survey! 

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]]> Adult Leagues Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, SLC, Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Desirase McLaughlin - Adult Team play Manager/SLC 00:18:19 How are we working to resume USTA League play in Florida? Tune into our latest podcast episode to hear Director of Adult Tennis Christine Ducey and SLC Desirae McLaughlin talk about the many considerations for resuming our local leagues and whether they think sectionals can be held later this year. How are we working to resume USTA League play in Florida? Tune into our latest podcast episode to hear Director of Adult Tennis Christine Ducey and SLC Desirae McLaughlin talk about the many considerations for resuming our local leagues and whether they think sectionals can be held later this year. tennis, usta leagues, florida tennis false full 4 fdc85938-d95b-477c-aa7b-8edbcd152d5f Grants & Financial Support Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 6 May 2020 16:00:01 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Alexis Johnson - USTA Florida Foundation Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Grants & Financial Support Laura Bowen - Executive Director, Alexis Johnson - USTA Florida Foundation Executive Director 00:21:29 In our latest podcast, Foundation Executive Director Alexis Johnson shares how facilities can apply for some of the $360,000 in new recovery grants, and what other funding opportunities are available to providers looking to re-start programs this year. In our latest podcast, Foundation Executive Director Alexis Johnson shares how facilities can apply for some of the $360,000 in new recovery grants, and what other funding opportunities are available to providers looking to re-start programs this year. tennis, usta florida, grants false full 3 b3cad945-e9e4-44cf-aeab-6f4f1a6324b9 Adult Beginner Programs Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:00:06 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Jennifer Wysocki - Adult Program Coordinator, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Adult Beginner Programs Jennifer Wysocki - Adult Program Coordinator, Christine Ducey - Director of Adult Tennis, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:18:22 Christine Ducey (Director of Adult Tennis) & Jennifer Wysocki (Adult Program Coordinator) talk about how new players can find a court and get started after COVID-19. Christine Ducey (Director of Adult Tennis) & Jennifer Wysocki (Adult Program Coordinator) talk about how new players can find a court and get started after COVID-19. tennis, florida tennis true full 2 0f67d30a-de04-42e9-81da-eb3513729d45 Clark Higgs, USTA Florida President Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Sat, 25 Apr 2020 16:00:01 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Clark Higgs - USTA Florida President, Laura Bowen - Executive Director) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Clark Higgs, USTA Florida President Clark Higgs - USTA Florida President, Laura Bowen - Executive Director 00:14:51 USTA Florida President Clark Higgs joins the podcast for this special bonus edition. Hear what he has to say about the prospects for returning to play in Florida and what players can expect when returning to their local courts. USTA Florida President Clark Higgs joins the podcast for this special bonus edition. Hear what he has to say about the prospects for returning to play in Florida and what players can expect when returning to their local courts. tennis, florida tennis false bonus fe759e25-074f-49c1-9732-9e292908341a Tennis Management Division Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2020 12:00:05 +0000 info@ustaflorida.com (Frank Swope (Director of Tennis Management), Laura Bowen (Executive Director)) https://www.ustaflorida.com/heretoserve Check out the video on our Facebook page to share your comments, questions, and/or thoughts.

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]]> Tennis Management Division Frank Swope (Director of Tennis Management), Laura Bowen (Executive Director) 00:21:22 There's a lot to consider when re-opening a tennis facility in the COVID-19 environment. Tune in as USTA Florida discusses how we are working to re-open our three public facilities and share your thoughts and questions with us. There's a lot to consider when re-opening a tennis facility in the COVID-19 environment. Tune in as USTA Florida discusses how we are working to re-open our three public facilities and share your thoughts and questions with us. tennis, tennis club, florida tennis false full 1