Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Friday, September 18, 2009
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Officials's Newsletter - May 2009
The May Officials newsletter has been sent electronically to all certified officials. If you didn't get a copy, here is a link to the file.
May Newsletter
May Newsletter
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Kalamazoo B 16, B18 Applications available
The 2009 Kalamazoo National Tournament (August 7-16) umpire application is now available online at www.geocities.com/KZooOfficials
If you have problems submitting the form, there is a paper version of the application which you can print and snail mail or email to the chief umpire, John Coleman at JBCPharmD (at) aol.com
Application deadline is May 15, 2009
If you have problems submitting the form, there is a paper version of the application which you can print and snail mail or email to the chief umpire, John Coleman at JBCPharmD (at) aol.com
Application deadline is May 15, 2009
April Official's Newletter
The official's newsletter is posted at the official's site at www.usta.com and has been emailed to officials. Here is a link to a copy
April Officiating Newsletter
April Officiating Newsletter
Ruth Smith, Tina Herrera-Richards to be honored at Midwest Spring Awards
Stanley Malless Award: Ruth Smith - Alden, Mi.
This award is presented to a volunteer recognizing distinguished service in his or her district.
Smith has been volunteering and giving back to tennis in the Northern Michigan Tennis Association for more than 20 years. She is currently president of the District, and has previously served as its Executive Director, and chaired numerous committees.
Smith started a District tournament in 1995 to increase opportunities for adults to play tennis. She also continually strives to increase the number of local players and teams competing in the USTA League program. In 1999 she created The Bob Scholarship Tournament in memory of a young man from the local tennis community. She sought sponsors for the tournament, and each year six $1,000 scholarships are awarded to deserving youth.
In addition, Smith is a certified tennis official who conducts training workshops. She developed a mentoring program for high school players, is a junior high school tennis coach, and is a PTR certified instructor. Smith has previously been honored as the Northern Michigan Tennis Association Volunteer of the Year.
Frank Dowling Officials Award: Tina Herrera-Richards – Winfield, Il.
This award recognizes an individual who has displayed outstanding attributes as a tennis official for at least five years.
Herrera-Richards has been officiating tennis matches for almost 20 years. She has served as a roving official, referee and line judge for numerous tournaments throughout the USTA/Midwest Section. Herrera-Richards received the 2008 Chicago District Tennis Association Tennis Official of the Year Award.
Herrera-Richards has worked all levels of officiating, from novice junior tournaments in Chicago, to the USTA Boys’ 18 National Championships in Kalamazoo, Mi., to professional circuit events. She has served as a mentor to new officials in the Chicago District area
This award is presented to a volunteer recognizing distinguished service in his or her district.
Smith has been volunteering and giving back to tennis in the Northern Michigan Tennis Association for more than 20 years. She is currently president of the District, and has previously served as its Executive Director, and chaired numerous committees.
Smith started a District tournament in 1995 to increase opportunities for adults to play tennis. She also continually strives to increase the number of local players and teams competing in the USTA League program. In 1999 she created The Bob Scholarship Tournament in memory of a young man from the local tennis community. She sought sponsors for the tournament, and each year six $1,000 scholarships are awarded to deserving youth.
In addition, Smith is a certified tennis official who conducts training workshops. She developed a mentoring program for high school players, is a junior high school tennis coach, and is a PTR certified instructor. Smith has previously been honored as the Northern Michigan Tennis Association Volunteer of the Year.
Frank Dowling Officials Award: Tina Herrera-Richards – Winfield, Il.
This award recognizes an individual who has displayed outstanding attributes as a tennis official for at least five years.
Herrera-Richards has been officiating tennis matches for almost 20 years. She has served as a roving official, referee and line judge for numerous tournaments throughout the USTA/Midwest Section. Herrera-Richards received the 2008 Chicago District Tennis Association Tennis Official of the Year Award.
Herrera-Richards has worked all levels of officiating, from novice junior tournaments in Chicago, to the USTA Boys’ 18 National Championships in Kalamazoo, Mi., to professional circuit events. She has served as a mentor to new officials in the Chicago District area
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Officiating Newsletter, March 2009
The official's newsletter which will be posted on the USTA website under officials and has been emailed to officials. Here is a copy.
March 2009 Officiating Newsletter
March 2009 Officiating Newsletter
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
New Coordinator - USTA Official's Dept.
From Rich Kaufman:
I wanted to update you on the position of Coordinator for the Officials Department.
Please join me in welcoming Julio Echavarria as the new Coordinator for the USTA Officials Department. Julio has been with the USTA Pro Circuit Department, headed by Brian Earley, for the past seven years. In addition to his position as Coordinator with the Pro Circuit Department, Julio has been an important part of the USTA Professional Division, working in Credentials at the US OPEN and at Davis Cup and FedCup Ties. In addition, he has worked closely with me on many projects related to the Officials Department and the US OPEN and he is very aware and current with many of our activities. With his background in the Professional Division and his involvement with a variety of programs with the Officials Department, we are extremely fortunate to have Julio’s skills and knowledge now with us.
There will be some time needed for transition as Julio winds down with the Pro Circuit Department and moves over to the Officials Department. He is involved with Davis Cup coming up very soon and he will be involved with training the person who will take over his position with the Pro Circuit Department. Until Julio is with us full time, please continue to address any concerns or questions to me until the transition period ends by mid to late March. We will keep you updated on this transition and we will post this announcement to all officials in the Officials Department Newsletter and the Officials Webpage when the transition period is nearly complete and Julio is prepared to take on the day to day activities as Coordinator.
Thanks.
Rich Kaufman
Director of Officials, USTA
I wanted to update you on the position of Coordinator for the Officials Department.
Please join me in welcoming Julio Echavarria as the new Coordinator for the USTA Officials Department. Julio has been with the USTA Pro Circuit Department, headed by Brian Earley, for the past seven years. In addition to his position as Coordinator with the Pro Circuit Department, Julio has been an important part of the USTA Professional Division, working in Credentials at the US OPEN and at Davis Cup and FedCup Ties. In addition, he has worked closely with me on many projects related to the Officials Department and the US OPEN and he is very aware and current with many of our activities. With his background in the Professional Division and his involvement with a variety of programs with the Officials Department, we are extremely fortunate to have Julio’s skills and knowledge now with us.
There will be some time needed for transition as Julio winds down with the Pro Circuit Department and moves over to the Officials Department. He is involved with Davis Cup coming up very soon and he will be involved with training the person who will take over his position with the Pro Circuit Department. Until Julio is with us full time, please continue to address any concerns or questions to me until the transition period ends by mid to late March. We will keep you updated on this transition and we will post this announcement to all officials in the Officials Department Newsletter and the Officials Webpage when the transition period is nearly complete and Julio is prepared to take on the day to day activities as Coordinator.
Thanks.
Rich Kaufman
Director of Officials, USTA
Sunday, February 1, 2009
2009 ITA Rules Updates
You may find the 2009 ITA Rules updates on the ITA website
www.itatennis.com
Here is the direct link to the actual updates
2009 Rules Updates"
www.itatennis.com
Here is the direct link to the actual updates
2009 Rules Updates"
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