Baton Rouge Wheelchair Tennis Association honored with 2024 Brad Parks Award

Eight advocates for the sport of tennis at the grassroots and local levels were honored with national awards at last week's 2024 USTA Annual Meeting and Conference in Orlando, Fla.

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Among the group’s most notable events is the Cajun Classic tournament, one of the most prestigious in the world. The annual tournament brings together both professional and amateur wheelchair players from 20 countries and 25 states for a competitive and social event.

In addition, the organization’s annual Halloween carnival introduces children to tennis in a fun and unique way. The carnival features adapted tennis courts, allowing players with different disabilities to participate in the sport.

“The Baton Rouge Wheelchair Tennis Association’s dedication to growing wheelchair tennis is continuous and ongoing,” Craig Morris, the USTA's chief executive for community tennis, said.

“The organization has created a vibrant and thriving community where players can come together, compete, and celebrate the transformative power of the sport.”