USTA-PACIFIC NORTHWEST SECTION

Parks and schools support services - invests in schools, parks and recreation and other community partners by providing tools and resources to help develop and optimize their tennis programs. These services include digital tools and platforms, advocacy, shared services support, educational materials, program curricula, networking opportunities, consulting, equipment, and grants. Usta/pnw also provides turnkey program delivery services in parks and schools to ease the administrative burden on community partners, create jobs, and facilitate an inclusive, affordable, and safe learning environment for players of all ages and skills levels. Continued on schedule o.scholarships and grants are available for turnkey program participants and schools, particularly title i schools, to provide underserved students the avenue to pursue their goals and highest dreams by succeeding in school, improving their health and nutrition, and becoming responsible community members. Youth benefit from free modified tennis equipment that promotes success on the first day and integrated character development and life-skill lessons.

Marketing and outreach - promotes and increases awareness of the benefits of tennis and life skills across all socio-economic levels and encourages individuals to engage in the lifelong sport of tennis. Outreach efforts seek to educate and activate stakeholders on multiple platforms, including: schools, colleges/universities, community centers, private and public clubs, as well as governmental entities, such as parks and recreation. As a mission-driven organization, usta/pnw promotes diversity and inclusion at all levels and, through its youth programs, campaigns to tie tennis to character development and educational opportunities.

Junior competition - a myriad of competitive programs committed to the development of junior players, including year-round training, tournaments, team play, and related travel. Programs for talented student athletes ages 6 to 18 help develop necessary tennis skills and build character through the sport. Through training, participants develop discipline, decision-making skills, self-esteem, the ability to focus on goals, and commitment to high standards, with an emphasis on academic success and college aspiration.