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Rose O’Laughlin: A Rising Star in Wheelchair Tennis

Rose O’Laughlin: A Rising Star in Wheelchair Tennis

Detroit, MI – Rose O’Laughlin, a determined 7-year-old with a passion for tennis, has been named the 2024 recipient of the…

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Celebrating Excellence: 2024 USTA Midwest Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Celebrating Excellence: 2024 USTA Midwest Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

On Friday, January 31, 2025, tennis enthusiasts gathered in Detroit, Michigan, to celebrate the achievements of extraordinary individuals at the…

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Paul Farah: Honored with the Mel Bergman – Section Diamond Service Award

Paul Farah: Honored with the Mel Bergman – Section Diamond Service Award

We are proud to announce that our very own USTA/Midwest Tennis & Education Foundation Board President, Paul Farah, was awarded…

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A Heart for Community: Celebrating Jill Siegel’s Impact on Tennis and Wellness in Chicago

A Heart for Community: Celebrating Jill Siegel’s Impact on Tennis and Wellness in Chicago

The USTA/Midwest Tennis & Education Foundation is excited to announce that Jill Siegel is the recipient of the 2024 Heart…

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MTEF Honors Black History Month

This year, The USTA/Midwest Tennis & Education Foundation held its second annual Black History Month Essay Contest for our National Junior…

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Celebrating the G.O.A.T.

Celebrating the G.O.A.T.

Michigan Student, Chase Myers, Wins USTA NJTL Essay Contest with Tribute to Her Mother The USTA Foundation proudly announced the…

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Announcing the 2024 Recipients of the Robert P. and Barbara D. Harris Community Tennis Grant!

Announcing the 2024 Recipients of the Robert P. and Barbara D. Harris Community Tennis Grant!

For 2024, two Midwest organizations were recently named the recipients of the Robert P. and Barbara D. Harris Grant: Flint…

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Interested in Volunteering?

Interested in Volunteering?

We need your help! The USTA/Midwest Tennis & Education Foundation is seeking nominations for leadership positions for the 2025-2026 term.…

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Dr. Susan Klumpner, MTEF’s Board Director, to Receive Champions of Equality Award at the 2024 US Open

Dr. Susan Klumpner, MTEF’s Board Director, to Receive Champions of Equality Award at the 2024 US Open

2023 Champions of Equity Inaugural Event During the 2023 US Open’s inaugural “Champions of Equality” event, members from 17 USTA…

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The Champion of Resilience

The Champion of Resilience

The Inspiring Journey of Danny Scrivano in Adaptive Tennis The USTA/Midwest Tennis and Education Foundation is dedicated to expanding our…

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Jeannette and Gaza: Empowering Bond Through First Service Doubles

Jeannette and Gaza: Empowering Bond Through First Service Doubles

Jeannette Tarqueno, a Navy Veteran, has discovered a profound connection and newfound passion through her involvement in First Service Doubles…

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TMYL’s Ongoing Impact in Lansing

TMYL’s Ongoing Impact in Lansing

Since its founding in 1994 by former professional tennis player Todd Martin, Todd Martin Youth Leadership (TMYL) has been dedicated…

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