Texas
WHM: Women Presidents of USTA Texas
Women who have served as USTA Texas President. Top row (left to right): Y. Garton, B. Smith, M. Rodriguez. Second row (left to right): C. Welder, E. Schaefer, J. Payne.
Six women have held the title of USTA Texas (and previously Texas Tennis Association) President. As the leader and voice of USTA Texas, these women rallied the volunteers and staff of the section to help grow and develop the game of tennis in the state. Each has left a lasting legacy and stands as an example of courage and leadership for those that follow in their footsteps.
Previous USTA Texas Women Presidents include:
Yvonne Garton, Midland 1981-1982
Barbara Smith, Austin 1985-1986
Marcia Rodriguez, Arlington 2001-2002
Carol Welder, Austin 2003-2004
Emily Schaefer, Houston 2017-2018
Jackie Payne, Amarillo 2021-2022
In 2021, we highlighted the stories of some of these presidents.
Learn more about Barbara Smith
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