The 2025 edition of the USTA Level 1 Women’s National Grass Court Championships was a resounding success, hosted for the first time by Carlos Nunez Del Prado, Director of Racquet Sports at Mission Hills Country Club…

Tennis players are all too aware of the issue of grips. Whether it's some form of Eastern, Western, or Continental, the grip and the firmness of the grip we use influences how we hit the ball and sometimes how well we hit the ball…

From the moment she held a cut-off tennis racquet at the age of three and a half, Gail Gibson’s life has been anything but ordinary…

The inaugural Coast to Coast Friendship Cup took place September 11–14, 2025, at the Judy and Roger Pearce Tennis Center in Columbus, Georgia…

A 2021 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) survey reported that approximately 64.8% of adults (ages 18 or over) in the U.S. had taken a prescription medication in the previous 30 days…

The Women’s 50s team seeded No. 2, stormed through their round robin, took out Italy in the quarterfinals, and battled their way to a 4th-place finish after a semifinal loss to Spain 2-1…

Want to know how to put on an exceptional national championship? Just ask the folks at Germantown Cricket Club. The 2025 edition of the National Grass Courts was nothing short of spectacular…

Here is a list of top tennis podcasts as recommended by NWTO members.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s summer 2025 forecast indicates that temperatures in July through September are predicted to be higher than average (1). You should be aware of the risks of competing in very hot weather and the heat safety strategies that can help you.

When it comes to athletic performance, most athletes focus on protein—and for good reason. It’s the cornerstone of muscle repair and growth, helping to rebuild tissue broken down during workouts. But often overlooked is fiber, an equally important nutrient that supports long-term energy, gut health, and recovery…

Isabelle’s road to the U.S. was paved with twists and turns. But one thing was clear during our conversation, Isabelle has a beautiful ability to turn what some might call a setback into a competitive advantage. Here’s why…

Over the last several years, hydrogen-rich water (HRW) has attracted interest from athletes and physically active people due to its health-promoting potential. Despite this growing interest,  fundamental questions remain regarding its mechanism and efficacy.

Countries from around the globe sent age-level teams to compete in the prestigious ITF World Championships in Palm Beach Gardens.

There is an extremely active and competitive tennis circuit for seniors happening, and it’s only getting stronger. One example of this is the Pauline Betz Addie Cup. In its 45th year, Eastern took home the Cup.

As Summer approaches, most of us will use sunscreens to protect against the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight, including skin cancer. Many formulations of sunscreen are available today which can be confusing to the consumer.  This article is intended to help you make informed decisions by answering these questions:  

• What do these products contain?

• How do they work?

• What do SPF numbers mean?

• Are they safe?

The National Women’s 50–80 Hardcourt Championships kicked off on Monday, May 5, with a soggy start—but true to form, our players and the tennis gods rallied. Drizzle and damp courts gave way to clearing skies by 10:00 a.m., allowing first-round matches to get underway and setting the tone for a week of top-tier tennis and camaraderie.

This year’s National Indoor Championships for ages 35–95 took place at the Racine Tennis Club in Racine, Wisconsin (population approx. 77,000)—a somewhat sleepy town just a breezy 30-minute drive from the Milwaukee International Airport and the birthplace of malted milk.

Southern hospitality was in full swing during the Charleston, South Carolina Level 2 even- ages tournament on March 5-9.  Many players commented on how friendly and welcoming everyone was.  With the Houston Clay Courts sadly gone, this could be our new destination.

A Week of Grit, Grace, and Great Tennis in Palm Beach Gardens

The USTA Women’s Clay Court National Championships for the 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s divisions happened March 25 - 30, 2025 at the picturesque Palm Beach Gardens Tennis & Pickleball Center. Under varied weather conditions  (sunny, cloudy, rainy and windy) players from across the country came together for a week of fierce competition, resilient performances, and heartfelt camaraderie.

This year’s National Clay Court Championships took place at a new venue—the Pelham Racquet Club in Pelham, Alabama, a beautifully maintained public facility run by the city. Players arrived ready to embrace the new location, leaving behind comparisons to past sites and instead, focused on the spirit of competition…