July 2020
DEPARTMENTS
INDUSTRY NEWS
USTA to pay 2021 dues for certified teaching pros
World Team Tennis to play pro season in one location
Sports and fitness industry showed solid growth in 2019
2020 Hall of Fame inductees to be honored in 2021
Har-Tru launches initiative to support pro players
PTR develops online certification instructor course
Slinger Bag signs 5-year distribution deal for U.K.
USPTA revamps coaching education with USPTA-U
Short Sets
Fans outside of U.S. gain access to Tennis Channel
PPR offers online certification for pickleball tournaments
UTR launches ‘Play Locally. Count Globally’ initiative
Two honored as Wilson/ITA Promoters of the Year
Peoplewatch
Foundation Tennis offers turn-key ‘Play Safe’ bundle
Brutus Rollers keep courts playing, looking their best
Quarterly racquet, string, shoe sales at specialty stores
FEATURES
- High Anxiety: For many teaching pros and facility managers, the effects of coronavirus go beyond the physical.
- Seasons of Change: Coaches splitting time between North and South have been a staple of our industry, but is this the end of the seasonal pro?
- Machine Learning: Teaching with a ball machine is key for a decision-making sport such as tennis. Plus: our 2020 Guide to Ball Machines.
- Selling for Success: How do you get someone to join your facility or programs? The last article on our series gives you the art of the close.
USPTA ADDVANTAGE
The USPTA World Conference is Going Virtual!
Struggle Leads to Opportunity
Passion, Perseverance Mark Coaching Career
Special Announcement on Dues Relief for Certified Pros
Plus
From the CEO
Vice President’s Message
USPTA Revamps Coaching Education with USPTA-U
USPTA Recognizes 2019 Top Education Credit Earners
World Conference Live from Lake Nona!
Career Development