USTA News, Kansas & Beyond

03 Dec USTA Publishes 2025 National Standings — New Rankings Live Now

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The USTA has officially published its 2025 national standings across kansas — meaning the latest rankings are now available for players, coaches, and fans to check....

10 Nov Court Makeover Success

Posted at 18:24h in Local, Missouri Valley

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When coach Amelia Dirks saw her school's tennis courts needed attention, she took action—securing a USTA grant that transformed Trego Community High School's facility....

17 Oct Prairie Dunes launches new USTA programs under Colin Gillam’s leadership

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New programs arrive at Prairie Dunes in Hutchinson—including Red Ball Tennis, Cardio Tennis and revamped junior offerings—all guided by new Director of Racquets Colin Gillam....

14 Oct From player to mentor: Janet Glaser’s lasting impact on youth tennis

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USTA Kansas celebrates longtime coach Janet Glaser, whose passion for teaching has shaped generations of juniors and earned her awards, including National Coach of the Year....

USTA Kansas captain Berry Wanless has guided two teams to nationals this year, including a 55 & Over Men's 7.0 team.

05 Sep League captain Berry Wanless, 79, leads two teams to nationals

Posted at 15:44h in Local, Missouri Valley, National

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At 79 years old, Berry Wanless continues to shine on the tennis court, captaining two Kansas teams to the USTA League National Championships this year....

Richard Strange captains a USTA Kansas 2.5 Women's team that advanced to the USTA League Section Championships this year.

11 Aug Longtime coach, USTA Kansas board member Richard Strange serves on and off the court

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Richard Strange has spent decades shaping Kansas tennis as a player, coach, volunteer and leader—and he’s still serving the game in Salina....

04 Aug Tennis legend J.C. Louderback inducted into Kansas Sports Hall of Fame

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Kansas tennis legend and lifelong mentor J.C. Louderback was inducted into the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame after decades of service to the sport and community....

Longtime tennis player Duane Pomeroy (left) is set to make his debut at the National Senior Games this summer in Des Moines, Iowa.

10 Jul Topeka High School tennis coach Duane Pomeroy joins nation’s top seniors in Iowa

Posted at 17:39h in Missouri Valley, National

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Topeka High School's longtime tennis coach Duane Pomeroy brings his competitive spirit to the National Senior Games in Des Moines....

CiCo Park in Manhattan, Kansas is slated to construct a new tennis complex featuring eight courts by fall 2026.

09 Jul Eight new tennis courts coming to CiCo Park in Manhattan

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Manhattan’s CiCo Park tennis courts are getting a major refresh—eight new courts, spectator seating and expanded youth programming are all part of the plan....

Wheelchair tennis legend Nick Taylor (center) was recognized for a decade as Wichita Tennis Open tournament director as part of the WTO's festivities.

08 Jul Recap: Wichita Tennis Open mixes world-class tennis with local outreach

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The 10th Wichita Tennis Open brought top-tier international talent and local outreach, making it a USTA Pro Circuit tournament to remember....

With assistance from the USTA, the 2025 Special Olympics Kansas State Summer Games featured format changes to help tennis players of all ability levels find success on court.

10 Jun Tennis shines at Special Olympics Kansas Summer Games with USTA support

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The 2025 Special Olympics Kansas State Summer Games included tennis, with format changes helping ensure players of all abilities found success on the court....

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly declared May as National Tennis Month via a state proclamation with USTA representation on hand.

09 Jun USTA Kansas National Tennis Month festivities include proclamation, social events

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USTA Kansas celebrated National Tennis Month with a series of events—including a proclamation, tourneys and social gatherings—with plenty of play opportunities available this summer....

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in the U.S., and USTA Kansas is highlighting members of these communities who have made an impact on and off the court. This year, we’re shining the spotlight on Jitesh Patel.

08 May Jitesh Patel, USTA Kansas vice chair of officiating, details benefits of becoming an official

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USTA Kansas Vice Chair of Officiating Jitesh Patel has worked as an official since 1995 and advocates for more individuals to give officiating a try....

07 May Wichita Tennis Open returns this June with professional tennis and so much more

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The 2025 Wichita Tennis Open, set for June 8-22, features a men's and women's professional tennis tournament and fun-filled community events....

A Wichita 3.0 men’s league team captained by Anand Vennavelli celebrates a season of fun, fitness and friendship on and off the court.

06 May Captain Anand Vennavelli, teammates have a blast in new 3.0 men’s league

Posted at 18:31h in Local

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Anand Vennavelli formed a team for an all-new USTA Kansas 3.0 men's league, and he and his teammates are having a blast making friends in the high-energy league....