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2024 USTA Texas Large CTA of the Year Award



Congratulations to the 2024 USTA Texas Large CTA of the Year, Houston Tennis Association.

 

Reintroduced in 2023, this award honors a Large CTA that successfully fulfills the mission of the USTA – to promote and develop the growth of tennis – by providing various competitive and recreational play opportunities to their diverse community. 

 

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What does receiving this award mean to you?

"With Houston being regarded as the most diverse city in the country, HTA enjoys the challenge of offering tennis programming and services that address the needs of all communities. Being recognized by USTA Texas encourages the organization to continue along this path." – Emily Schaefer, Executive Director


Presented at the 2024 Awards Luncheon at the Omni Las Colinas Hotel in Irving on Saturday, Feb. 10th:

Through various programs and initiatives, the Houston Tennis Association has shown its commitment to growing tennis, meeting players, and serving its community.

 

Over the last year, HTA has seen significant growth in its USTA League, Junior Team Tennis and NJTL programs. It has leveraged relationships with the U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championships, the University of Houston, and other local businesses to make tennis more diverse and accessible. Notably, HTA is making a powerful investment in the future of Houston tennis, spending $160,000 to resurface all 26 courts at Lee LeClear Tennis Center, one of the city’s three major tennis facilities.

 

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