Diversity & Inclusion We work hard to ensure that the fundamental values of our organization are not just understood by staff and volunteers, but that they are reflected every day in our day-to-day operations. USTA Diversity & Inclusion

We work hard to ensure that the fundamental values of our organization are not just understood by staff and volunteers, but that they are reflected every day in our day-to-day operations.

What is

D & I ?

A strategic priority for the USTA and one of our core values. Diversity allows us to touch "All of America" and Inclusion allows "All of America" to touch us.

At USTA Northern California we believe that diversity is a key ingredient in the creation of a 21st century and beyond high performance organization. USTA Northern California's mission is to address the changing face of our communities and create an organization that fosters inclusiveness.

Our responsibility as the National Governing Body for the sport obligates us to identify and lead in removing barriers to allow us to be inclusive so that tennis reflects all of America.

Reflect the Communities We Serve
We strive to attract and retain diverse volunteers, employees and donors representative of the communities we serve.

High Performing People
We strive to attract and retain talented and diverse people, and to create an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential.

Diversity Supplier
We achieve this by aligning diversity efforts with organizational business objectives to ensure service to all

Northern California

Opportunities & Scholarships

USTA Northern California Regional Travel Team

The USTA Northern California Diversity & Inclusion Committee is sponsoring its second local travel team! The travel

team was created to provide players of ethnically diverse backgrounds in Northern California the opportunity to

improve their tennis skills in a team environment with players of similar age and skills.

The travel team is seeking applicants from San Clara County and is geared towards players with UTR 8 and under

levels who are dedicated to bettering their tennis skills, in particular for tournament play. The team will only be

accepting up to 12 players. The fee for the travel team is $100.

Who should apply?

 Tennis players looking for intense tennis workouts, drills and competition;

 Players dedicated to increasing/bettering their tennis skills and abilities for tournament purposes;

 Players dedicated to their tennis pathway and want to increase their competitive edge;

Applicants must:

 Be a mature youngster between the ages of 11 and 15 capable of being a positive ambassador for USTA;

 Display good sportsmanship, a positive attitude, and a love for the game of tennis;

 Be a current USTA individual member in good standing;

 Be available to for all travel team events/dates

 Must reside within San Clara County

 Provide own transportation to all Travel Team activities

Application Coming Soon

Scholarships

USTA Northern California Diversity and Inclusion Committee offers four annual scholarships to support the Level One strategic priority of Diversity with a Multicultural focus. Our four annual scholarships to support and encourage multicultural participation among high school students entering college:

Diversity Committee Arthur Ashe College Scholarship: On the 19th day of January 1994, the section enacted in perpetuity the USTA Northern California Diversity Committee Service in memory of the valuable contributions Arthur Ashe made to tennis and the world at large.
Diversity Committee Michael Chang College Scholarship: On the 10th day of July 2003, USTA Northern California enacted the Diversity Committee Michael Chang Scholarship in honor of the valuable contributions Michael Chang has made to tennis for his play and his sportsmanship.
Diversity Committee Pancho Gonzalez College Scholarship: In August 2005, USTA Northern California inaugurated the Diversity Committee Pancho Gonzalez Scholarship in honor of the valuable contributions Pancho Gonzalez made to tennis for his play and his sportsmanship. As the only Latino player of his time, Pancho Gonzalez experienced great adversity and obstacles in his life. It could be argued that this helped his tennis career.
Diversity Committee Althea Gibson College Scholarship: In December 2007, USTA Northern California enacted the Diversity Committee Althea Gibson Scholarship in honor of the valuable contributions Althea Gibson made as well as in honor of her memory, life, and achievements of this exceptional pioneer who paved the way for millions who followed.