High School Player Spotlight

Her parents are no strangers to the game either. Sydney’s mom, Amy, is also a solid tennis player and played college tennis. Amy’s dad was also a high school tennis coach, so the tennis roots run deep. Sydney’s mom relates how some of her best memories growing up were that of high school tennis. Sydney’s dad was also a multi-sport athlete and played high school tennis, as well. You can see where it was always understood that Sydney would follow in the footsteps of family and play high school tennis. 

Over the last several years, Sydney has volunteered with the Stephanie Waterman Foundation, which is a local nonprofit in Kansas City that is run by Scott Hanover.  Amy is also on the foundation’s board.  The mission is to provide tennis training and opportunities to urban kids in KC.  Sydney has done fundraising and goes on the court to hit with kids, feed balls to the younger kids, etc.

Scott Hanover says, “The Foundation is thrilled to have high school-age volunteers like Sydney who make up our Junior Board. Our kids need to see other players their age engaged in our association.

We’re thrilled with the service Sydney has provided over the years.”

We are very grateful for high school players like Sydney, who give back to the game and help provide opportunities for others to experience this great sport we all love.