In their own words: Becki Wortham on her tennis community

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the USTA also celebrates those in the Hispanic community whose dedication to the sport as USTA volunteers helps to keep our game growing strong. There are more than 350 national volunteers from all 17 USTA sections, and while it would be difficult to recognize every Hispanic leader here, we’re thrilled to be able to highlight these volunteer leaders, in their own words, whose contributions, influence and enthusiasm continue to push this organization and this sport forward. In this installment, longtime volunteer Becki Wortham reflects on what tennis means to her.

I began playing tennis 30 years ago, and I immediately fell in love with the game.

Now, I’m on the court playing in a league every day of the week except Sunday. While I’m an avid player, I’ve also captained as many as five leagues in one season—and my love for this game has spread to off the court, too. As a volunteer in tennis, I’m on the board of the San Antonio Tennis Association, and for the Texas section, on the Management Committee. As a USTA official, I enjoy transferring the love of the game to our younger generation. I also help to coach my grandchildren in tennis—bringing this great game to the newest generations.