Southern Tennis Foundation

⏰ Reminder! Time is running out! 🎾☀️

The Southern Tennis Foundation’s Summer Tennis Camp Assistance is still open but not for long!

💵 Awards: $200–$500
📅 Deadline: April 24, 2026

If your child (ages 10–15) is ready to level up their game and have an unforgettable summer, don’t miss this opportunity!

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Let’s serve up an amazing summer 🎾✨

🎾 The Southern Tennis Foundation is serving up something special. Our April Online Auction is officially live!

Explore exclusive Southern tennis trips, one of a kind collectibles, and unforgettable experiences.
Bidding is open now and closes Saturday, April 11 at 8:00 PM.

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Thanks to generosity of Debbie Southern, the Southern Tennis Foundation launched the Mildred F. Southern Girls Leadership Program in honor of one of the section’s most impactful leaders, Mildred Southern.

Coined Southern Stars as a nod to her mom, Debbie chose to support this initiative because it complemented her mother’s goal for every child to learn to play tennis while fostering leadership skills, especially among girls.

Debbie, a proven leader herself, played at the University of Tennessee and was the Head Women’s tennis coach at Furman University from 1985-2015. She led the team to 19 regular-season championships and 16 SoCon tournament titles.

In partnership with the Women’s Sports Foundation and using the WePlay Interactive curriculum, the Southern Stars program is currently implemented in 10 NJTL chapters, with more to follow later this year. Chapters have already shared the positive impact this program is making on their female youth players. From self confidence and self awareness to communication skills, the spirit of Debbie, Mildred, and their family is being embedded in our female youth throughout the section.

✨ Calling all graduating tennis players!

The Southern Tennis Foundation (STF) College Scholarship is here to support your next chapter. If you’re continuing your education and demonstrate financial need, this is a great opportunity to help fund your future.

📚 10 scholarships available:

• Two $4,000 awards
• Eight $1,500 awards

🗓 Deadline: March 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET

Be sure to review the application for full eligibility details and requirements. Don’t miss your chance to apply! 🎓🎾

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Want your shot at an unforgettable tennis experience? 🎾✨

Our Atlas Tennis Scholars are Europe-bound! 🇪🇺 Winners of the Kimche Memorial Girls Scholarship and the Doris Ann Hutchinson Boys Scholarship will spend their summer training, competing, and exploring some of the most legendary tennis cities in the world.

Apply for the Atlas Scholarship before March 13 to make your summer one to remember.

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Tennis is surging with six straight years of growth and 27.3 million players in 2025. More players are entering and staying in the game, with women and communities of color leading the rise, and intent to play hitting new highs.

On top of that, new participation insights for Southern show:
- 3.61M total players in our Southern Section
- 742K more people now very interested in picking up a racquet
- 31% growth among Black/African American players
- 23% growth among Hispanic/Latino players Tennis isn’t

just growing. It’s expanding, diversifying, and thriving. 💥

Here is your chance to win the trip of a life time.
Indian Wells BNP Paribas Open 2026

The auction ends Saturday, January 24 at 8pm.

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Don’t miss out!

The online auction is still going on!!⏰BID Today!

The auction ends Saturday, January 24 at 8pm.
This is your chance to win a Rafa Nadal autographed racquet and more!!

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Don’t miss out!

The online auction is still LIVE! ⏰

Place your bids now through 8 PM this Saturday, January 24, for your chance to win a Ben Shelton autographed racquet and more!!

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Don’t miss out!

🎾 The Southern Tennis Foundation proudly presents this year’s Online Auction!
Explore exclusive Southern tennis trips, one of a kind collectibles, and unforgettable experiences.
Bidding is open now and closes Saturday, January 24 at 8:00 PM.

Bid Today!: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/southerntennispatronsfoundationauction/