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January 24, 2015

Hestley earns PTR Master of Tennis

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announced that Ben Hestley, Director of Tennis at Druid Hills Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia, has completed the extensive education requirements to earn the organization’s highest coaching certification of PTR Master... (Full story …)

HEAD extends partnership Djokovic

Kennelbach — HEAD is proud to announce the extension of their partnership with the currently best Men’s Tennis player Novak Djokovic. The current No.1 in the ATP singles world ranking and seven-time Grand Slam winner has celebrated many successes with... (Full story …)

January 23, 2015

Ashe to PTR Hall of Fame

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will present its annual awards next month during the 2015 PTR International Tennis Symposium. The event, which includes more than 40 educational presentations for tennis teachers and coaches, a trade show... (Full story …)

January 22, 2015

90 seconds can change everything

In the new HEAD #gameraiser TV spot, Novak Djokovic and Maria Sharapova go from frustration to winning confidence in only 90 seconds. Can you do it too? (Full story …)

January 21, 2015

Wilson releases Rush Pro 2.0 shoe

New Patented Technology, Bold Design and Fresh Colors Mark Evolution of Rush Pro Collection (Full story …)

January 20, 2015

Key industry conferences set for March

Speakers to include legendary coach and Hall-of-Famer Nick Bollettieri, fitness club pioneer Bahram Akradi, performance expert Dr. Jim Loehr, top management consultant Dr. Gerald Faust, USTA President Katrina Adams, and many more. (Full story …)

Johnston named USTA Pro of the Year

Sea Colony Tennis Director Thomas Johnston, USPTA, PTR, MS will be honored later this month as the United States Tennis Association's Delaware District Pro of the Year. In the last five years, under Johnston's guidance, the Bethany Beach-area beach and tennis resort has enhanced its reputation as one of the United States' best tennis destinations. (Full story …)

Tennis Channel launches on Apple TV

Launch Marks Continued Multi-Platform Distribution Expansion of Tennis Channel Programming (Full story …)

January 16, 2015

Tecnifibre sponsors Young and Chardy

Tecnifibre and Donald Young have signed a material contract for the next 3 years. The American player is ranked #5 in the USA and 59th in the world. He was the youngest ever World Junior Champion in the history of... (Full story …)

Nadal is now Connected

Babolat expands connected tennis experience with top player endorsements and new Babolat Play models (Full story …)

January 15, 2015

Upson named ITHF COO

Upson, formerly head of the United States Bowling Congress, joins the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum leadership team at an exciting time for the organization. The Hall of Fame is in the midst of a major renovation and expansion, including the development of a new museum and expanded tennis facilities. (Full story …)