Celebrating Young Professional: Amanye Reynolds
Amanye Reynolds is a rising young professional at USTA Northern whose journey in tennis began at just five years old at Saint Paul Urban Tennis (SPUT) in St. Paul, Minnesota. Inspired by her older sister, Amanye picked up a racquet and quickly developed a lifelong passion for the sport. As one of USTA Northern’s NJTL chapters, SPUT has spent more than 35 years using tennis as a vehicle to engage youth, build community, and open doors to opportunity.
SPUT played a significant role in Amanye’s development both on and off the court. She progressed through every level of the program—from community lessons as a child to the Warrior Leadership Academy in high school, and later serving as a college intern.
“Amanye is a true gem and a shining example of using tennis as a launchpad for impactful community work,” said Gunnar Liden, Executive Director of SPUT. “We’re excited that things will come full circle this summer when she helps lead on-court coach training for our high school coaches as a member of the USTA Northern staff.”
Amanye was also a standout player. She joined the Harding High School varsity tennis team as a seventh grader and served as team captain during her junior and senior seasons. Her team captured the Saint Paul Public Schools Conference title each year, and in her senior season, she qualified for the Minnesota State Tournament, earning a sportsmanship award.
She continued her tennis career at Macalester College in St. Paul, competing in both singles and doubles in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. In the summer of 2021, she also coached at the Tennis & Life Camp at Gustavus Adolphus College, helping young players grow both on the court and as individuals.
- Amanye Reynolds
After graduating, Amanye joined USTA Northern in August 2024 as a Database Administrator. In January 2026, she was promoted to Coordinator of Coach and Player Development while continuing to serve as the organization’s Salesforce project lead. Known for her positive attitude and collaborative spirit, Amanye has quickly made an impact supporting coaches, players, and staff initiatives across the organization.
Amanye credits SPUT with shaping her development as both an athlete and a professional. “What I loved about SPUT is the emphasis on developing the person, not just the player,” she said. “Through the Warrior Leadership Academy, I gained skills that helped me grow socially and professionally while improving my tennis game.”
Today, Amanye also serves on USTA Northern’s DEI Task Force, reflecting her passion for expanding access to the sport. “Equity has always been important to me,” she said. “I want more people, especially those from underserved communities, to feel empowered to play the sport I’ve grown to love.”
One of her favorite experiences with USTA Northern was attending the 2025 Coach Inclusion Summit at the USTA National Campus.
“It was inspiring to meet coaches and leaders who are so passionate about growing the game for everyone,” she said.
Her advice to fellow young professionals is simple: stay curious. “Be open to wearing different hats and learning about different parts of the organization. The more you understand the industry, the more impact you can make.”
From her early days at SPUT to competing in college and now supporting tennis development across the region, Amanye’s journey highlights the power of tennis to create opportunity, leadership, and lifelong connections.
As she puts it best: “Tennis has been a vehicle of opportunity in my life. It has given me lifelong friendships, introduced me to incredible people, and created experiences I will always cherish.”
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