USTA St. Louis Ready to Host USTA League Section Championships

“Westminster also has bleachers for spectators everywhere. Dwight and Westminster are both good locations as far as quality of courts, and that’s important to the players.”

In case of inclement weather, the district has several indoor facilities lined up. Huchet said USTA St. Louis is grateful to have the support of high-quality indoor alternatives. And to help combat the potentially hot conditions the district will provide players Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, a well-known St. Louis staple.

Huchet encouraged individuals and teams not partaking in Section Championship action to come watch the high-caliber tennis that will be on display.

“We have the 5.0 men and 5.0 women this year — those are the best players in St. Louis and a lot of them are tennis pros,” Huchet said. “They always attract a good crowd. We also play against the best players, 5.0s of Kansas City and Nebraska. It is great tennis at a higher level you don’t get to see very often.

“You also want to see how the team that beat you is doing when they get challenged by stronger teams from other parts of the section. That’s always interesting. There are players not competing in sectionals who come watch those matches. It’s always good to see them. They just enjoy watching tennis. It’s fun.”