The Official Blog of USTA Colorado
On behalf of USTA Colorado, our office is thinking of you during these difficult times. This global pandemic has put a strain on all of us in our tennis community. We know that most facilities have closed and that so many people involved in the delivery of tennis are adversely affected. Obviously, many of our…
3/15/2020 In light of the ongoing COVOD-19 pandemic, USTA Colorado is closing all on-line tournament registrations through May 20. These tournaments are not yet canceled, but we are taking precautions to ensure the safety and well- being of all players, tournament staff and spectators. We will keep you all updated with next steps and if…
4/29/2020 Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we are receiving about the suspension of play: DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIPS Why were the USTA CO District Championships canceled this year?Due to the COVID-19 virus, the USTA has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 League National, Sectional & District Championships. We apologize for any…
3/13/2020 USTA Colorado is following the USTA National policy re: sanctioned tournaments – all tournaments are cancelled effective immediately until April 20. We apologize for any inconvenience. Our District organization along with the Section and National organizations’ primary concern is the health and well-being of our players and communities. Please continue to visit our website for additional…
3/13/2020 USTA National issued a statement on 3/13 to all USTA Members that due to the coronavirus pandemic, the USTA has decided to suspend all USTA-sanctioned events through April 20. CTA TrioPlayers can no longer register for CTA Trio in TennisLink. CTA Trio league season is cancelled for 2020. All registered players will receive a full refund. USTA…
SPECIAL UPDATE USTA has suspended all sanctioned play until April 20. Read the official statement below: Link to Centers for Disease Control: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
For 2020 Women’s History Month, USTA Colorado celebrates Gigi Fernandez, a recent Colorado Tennis Hall of Fame inductee. A native of Puerto Rico, Gigi was a pioneer for female sports on the island. From a young age, her natural ability coupled with her instinct on the court, were signs that Gigi would reach levels that…
Join USTA Colorado and Gonzo Tennis for a three-hour training session that will jumpstart your working knowledge of teaching youth tennis. Friday, March 20, 202010am – 1pmEast Boulder Rec Center Courts RSVP to Kristy Harris by March 18
February is Black History Month, which is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of blacks in U.S. history. Exploring the contributions of African Americans in tennis, the first African American male to win Wimbledon, Arthur Ashe said… “There were times when I asked myself whether…
2020 marks the 20th anniversary of Colorado’s Tennis Hall of Fame. This year’s Gala celebrated past inductees as well as welcomed long-time Aspen resident Gigi Fernandez. See the night in photos and BlackTie Colorado wrap-up Gigi Fernandez is a native of Puerto Rico, and was a pioneer for female sports on the island. From a…