Volunteer opportunities
2027-28 volunteer committee applications are open
Apply to serve on a USTA Southern committee!
Every two years, USTA Southern opens applications to serve on volunteer committees. Applications are now open to volunteer on a 2027-28 USTA Southern committee. Click here to apply by Friday, Sept. 20, 2026.
Current or past committee members will need to reapply for the 2027-28 term.
For a list of the section's committees, click here. The Direct Report Committees – Audit, Human Resources, Nominating and State Presidents – are not included in this process.
Why volunteer for USTA Southern?
Are you passionate about tennis? Are you interested in volunteering for USTA Southern on a committee? Volunteering for tennis is a rewarding opportunity shared by thousands of Americans each year to help grow the game of tennis. Regardless of your skill level, your age, or your background, there are many ways you can serve the sport.
During the summer of every even year, USTA Southern members will receive an email with information on how to apply to serve on a USTA Southern committee. Those selected will begin serving on the next January 1.
USTA Southern Board of Directors
Click here for our USTA Southern Board of Directors page.
Volunteering at the USTA state level
There are so many ways you can give back to the sport you love. Let us help you navigate the waters to find the perfect opportunity for you.
To find out more about volunteering on the state level, please click here to learn more the websites of the nine Southern states: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.
Volunteering at the community level
Do you want to spread your love of the game to others in your community? Here are links to help you support local tennis:
Community Tennis Associations (CTAs)
A USTA Community Tennis Association (CTA) is "any incorporated, geographically defined, not-for-profit, volunteer-based organization that supports or provides programs which promote and develop the growth of tennis." CTAs work to coordinate and maintain tennis programs and services, guaranteeing that they are open and accessible to all. Fueled by local volunteers, they exist to promote and develop the game of tennis in the community. More info
National Junior Tennis & Learning (NJTL)
The USTA/National Junior Tennis & Learning (NJTL) network is a nation-wide group of more than 600 non-profit youth development organizations that provide free or low cost tennis, education and life skills programming to more than 250,000 children each year. More info
Junior Team Tennis
USTA Junior Team Tennis is designed for kids ages 5-18 and for players of all skill levels. Most coaches are volunteer parents or other adults who organize the team and, in some cases, serve as the on-court coach. More info
USTA pathway
USTA has set up a pathway for volunteering to grow tennis and supporting existing programs. Click here to learn more, read stories about dedicated volunteers and sign up for a USTA Volunteer Profile.
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