November Spotlight of the Month: Volunteer
Each month, USTA Oklahoma will highlight a player, a volunteer and a NJTL (National Junior Tennis & Learning) or Adaptive Tennis Player. After selecting the three winners, USTA Oklahoma sits down for Q & A with the spotlight of the month.
Athlete: Any player that has good sportsmanship & dedication to the sport, whether they are just starting out in a Team Challenge or they are a nationally-ranked player. USTA Oklahoma would love to hear recommendations from your team or facility. Click here to read November's athlete spotlight.
Volunteer: A person that has gone above and beyond for your facility or program.
- NJTL/Adaptive Player: A player that has demonstrated hard work and dedication in their program.
The November Volunteer Spotlight of the Month:
Steve Porter
Where do you volunteer? Britton Christian Church Tennis Academy in Oklahoma City
Favorite tennis memory? BCCTA memories for sure. From the beginning, we simply wanted to provide kids in our church, in our neighborhood the opportunity to learn the game of tennis. That mission statement is still very much alive but, in addition, we now have several kids ranked high in the state and Mo. Valley. Watching kids grow in their faith and on the court has been a real blessing for all of us.
Do you play tennis? Yes, it’s in my family’s DNA. My brother, Don Brewington, was one of the top juniors in the Mo. Valley during his era and went on to be a top player in his 30’s and 40’s.
How long have you been playing? Around the age of ten my brother gave me one of his Wilson Kramer racquets and I started hitting balls off a brick wall under a pecan tree at my Grandma’s house.
What racquet do you use? Wilson Clash 100 Tour
Favorite Athlete? Roger Federer
Who is your tennis coach? Jeff Sasser & Andrew Cabato
Forehand or backhand? Love the forehand but once in a while can sneak in a greasy backhand.
Favorite sport, besides tennis? Golf
Favorite food? Sushi from The Sushi Bar
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