2026 Coach Inclusion Summit

Attending the Coach Inclusion Summit was an incredible experience that I am grateful to have been a part of. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed into a community of coaches who were passionate about growing the game of tennis and creating more inclusive opportunities for players of all backgrounds.

One of the highlights of the summit was the opportunity to meet and connect with coaches from across the country. I truly enjoyed making new friends and learning about the different paths that brought each person to coaching. The diversity of coaches in attendance was inspiring. There were coaches representing country clubs, National Junior Tennis and Learning chapters, Community Tennis Associations, schools, private facilities and many other areas of the tennis industry. As someone who works in recreation and parks, our programming model is often different from many of these environments. So it was valuable to hear how others approach challenges, engage participants and build successful programs.

The speaker lineup was outstanding. I appreciated not only the expertise each presenter brought, but also how interactive and engaging every session was. The speakers encouraged discussion, collaboration and reflection, which made the learning experience much more impactful. Rather than simply listening to presentations, we were actively involved in conversations that challenged us to think differently about leadership, inclusion and coaching.