Fall kidz tennis

This year's Roswell tournament will be August 30 through September 1. The Roswell Tennis Association is excited to announce that registration is now OPEN. Register soon to make sure you get a free t-shirt. Registration closes August 25th.  

REGISTER HERE: https://playtennis.usta.com/Competitions/ustasoutheasternnewmexico/Tournaments/Overview/d0ec75cc-4055-aa18-a1b4b564dfa2

There will be a dinner Saturday, August 31 at El toro Bravo. RSVP is required. Players' cost is included in tournament registration. However, player guests will be required to pay their own dinner at $14/per person. This dinner will be a buffet with a non-alcoholic drink included, alcoholic drinks will be available to purchase at the bar. We look forward to having you participate in our 25th tournament. Should you have any questions, reach out to any RTA board member.

FALL KIDZ TENNIS CAMP

Evelyn and Janet will begin their fall session of Kidz tennis this coming September. Tuesdays will be for the younger 5-9 year olds, 4:00-5:00pm and Thursdays will be for the older 10 and up, 4:00-5:30pm. 

The Roadrunner Junior tournament is Saturday, October 5th here in Alamogordo, starting at 7:30am. ALL TENNIS COURTS are reserved for this day. If interested in helping, please contact Janet Santackas or Evelyn Genta.

Kidz Summer Tennis Camp

 We had another great turnout this summer, ranging anywhere from 30-40 kids, all ages. We can't thank our coaches enough for their help: Tyden Spencer, John & Evelyn Genta, Candace Cormie, Janet Santackas, Gil Aranda, Paige Celoria and Brooke Gatis, we could not do this without their help. 

Here are some photos. We plan to offer some other tennis related events and will post at court 3 as well as share in email.

Summer Youth Tennis

Youth Tennis

Summer 2024

Mondays and Wednesdays,

 June 10-26, 8:00-9:30 am

GOAL: Provide structured tennis instruction and play opportunities for beginning and intermediate level players in elementary and mid school.

WHEN: 8:00-9:30 AM. Mondays and Wednesdays for 3 weeks from June 10-26.

WHAT: Each “play day” would include a warm-up, mini-lesson, and organized play period. Kids will be required to sign in each session and should bring their own water and dress appropriately. If the kids have their own racquets they should bring them, otherwise we are happy to provide loaners.

FEES: None required; we welcome donations to help with costs of balls and other needs.

REGISTRATION FORM: Parents must submit a current registration form with contact and pick up information, media and medical waivers. (Please email us for the registration form). kidztennisalamo@gmail.com 

For more info CONTACT kidztennisalamo@gmail.com, directors Janet Santackas and Evelyn Genta

Around the Southwest

USTA Southern New Mexico Junior Slam Series #2 of 5. 
Registration: playtennis.usta.com/tournaments Entry deadline Sunday, 05/26/2024 at 3:59 PM Contact: Tournament Director Jesus Baltazar at 575-618-7544 or J4511@hotmail.com

JUNE 1, 2024 – 8:00 AM     Lions Park - 701 W. Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM L7 12U-18U Jr. Circuit (10U) Tourny ID #24-19977 Tourny ID #24-35520 Entry Fee - $25.00 Entry Fee – $25.00

  

Welcome Fall

 What a beautiful morning it was at the courts, thanks for coming out to participate, 4 courts of tennis. Thank you Steve and Krista. In October (Date TBD) we will host another play day and we hope the Tiger High School Tennis team will come out and participate as well as ATA. Hope to see you there.

Great big thank you to Greg for getting the Barbara & Tom Springer sign made and hung at the Pavilion, well done Greg. 

UPCOMING:

2nd Annual USTA SNM Regional Scramble October 14, 2023 Register now for the 2nd Annual USTA SNM Regional Scramble. This year’s scramble will take place on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at Lions Park in Las Cruces. Hosted by the Las Cruces Tennis Players Association (LCTPA), this scramble is scheduled from 10am – 2:00pm. and includes a t-shirt, round robin format, lunch, awards and prizes. This event is FREE and a great way to meet your fellow SNM tennis players! For registration and additional information, click HERE or scan the QR code now.

TENNIS

ALAMOGORDO PLAY DAYS:  Hosts are needed if this is to continue for the members. Please contact a board member or sign up at the courts. There is a sheet in the picture window box at court 3. We don't have a host for March.  

League Tennis: Currently the 40+ is in motion. Upcoming league tennis - 18+

February 17-19 is Mixed 55+ sectionals
March 13 - June 4 is 18+ Spring USTA league
March 15-19 is the Rudolph Cars Tennis Classic
March 25-27 is the Sun City Jr. Masters Level 4
April 7-9 is the Westside Spring Challenger l6

Impact Team Tennis formerly known as World Tean Tennis

The layout for ITT is as follows:

50 and Over Team • Teams 2.5 – 4.5 players • Minimum 3 men & 3 women; Maximum 10 players.
Format • 1 line men’s & women’s doubles • 1 line men’s & women’s singles • 2 lines mixed doubles,
6 game pro set, 9-pt tie break at 5 games all. 3.5, 4.0 and 4.5 winners advance

60 and Over Team • Teams - 2.5 – 4.0 players • Minimum 3 men & 3 women; Maximum 10 players. Format • 1 line men’s & women’s doubles • 2 lines mixed doubles, 8 game pro set, 9-pt tie break at 7 games all 3.5 and 4.0 winners advance.  If you are interested in forming or participating on a team Contact Allison Deputy at deputy@southwest.usta.com. Deadline for show of interest is February 28, 2023. 

18 and over team numbers are now available. To request a team number email Jerry Pippens at pippin@southwest.usta.com. He will need the following information from you if you wish to captain a team. 1. Captain's name, 2. Phone number, 3. Level of play, 4. Playing site.  Registration is already open. Deadline for the initial roster is 2/19, No numbers will be given out after 2/19. Play for the league beings on 3/13, first matches will vary depending on level of play. 

JUNIOR TENNIS UPDATE. The 2023 SNM Junior tennis has begun with the first tournament taking place earlier in February 4th-5th in Las Cruces. The rest of the dates are: June 3rd - The Desert Bowl, July 14-16 - NSMU Jr. Open, August 12th here in Alamo - the Roadrunner Open and November 11-12th - Green Chile Bowl. Help is always needed and appreciated for these tournaments, please contact the appropriate tournament director if you'd like to help. 

Happy New Year

Congratulations to Brayden Money. On January 28th at 1:00pm his parents are inviting everyone to the courts for a signing ceremony. Brayden will be signing his letter of "intent to play" at LeTourneau. Those of you that have had the chance to play with or against Brayden know how talented he is on the courts. He is also a pretty talented "kicker" for the Alamo HS Football. We wish him all the best for his bright future. 

January Birthday get together: Cathy has made arrangements for dinner at the 19th hole at the golf course. Hope to see you there, dinner is at 5:00pm since the restaurant closes at 7:00pm. 

League Tennis: Currently the 40+ all levels, 18 and over all levels. There is a Westside Challenger Jr L6 taking place January 20-22. February 4-5 is the Las Cruces Jr. Open L6, February 17-19 is the Mixed 55+ sectionals. 

If you are interested in playing league tennis, please contact Allison Deputy for more information: deputy@southwest.ustal.com

2023 Play Days: The ATA would love your help with Play Days. If interested in hosting a play day, please contact a board member. It's easy to host, pick your Saturday and time and format.  Janet & Cathy will host a February 11th play day. 

Alamogordo Tennis

 

NOVEMBER DECEMBER NEWSLETTER

The last play day of 2022 will take place on December 3 @ 9:30.

Annual Meeting 11/19/22: There was no interest from any members to run for a term on the board, therefore, Candace Cormie, Greg Richardson and Carl Jones will serve another term on the ATA board as well as Janet Santackas (1yr left) and Cathy Waggoner who has volunteered to take over Denise Buchan’s spot for 1 year.  Turkey winners: Congratulations to the 4 turkey winners: Evelyn Genta, Patsy Common-Pearce, Joy Gallent and Pat Morgan.  Thank you to those members who showed up in the cold this morning to participate. 

2023 membership dues: As announced at the Annual Meeting, the board has decided that due to the past 2 years with the Pandemic and the very little ATA events, there will be no dues for current ATA members for the 2023 year. We sure hope to have more tennis fun on and off the courts.

The Kidz Summer and Fall Camp was a huge success this year. Huge thank you to Candace and Garrett Cormie for spreading the word. Another huge thank you to our awesome volunteers; Tyden Spencer (director), Tristen Montoya, Maddie Glass, Mayce Cooler and Raegan Leslie, all were and still are High School tennis players volunteering their time throughout the year. We are super proud of these volunteers and what they have accomplished in this sport. 

League Tennis - Let Allison know, if you would like to participate on any of these teams, at snmleagues@gmail.com, or contact Alliston Deputy, League Coordinator at deputy@southwest.usta.com.

To find tennis tournaments in our area:  click here.  USTA / Tournaments

ATA Christmas Party – December 3^rd
Where: The Morgan’s home at Amber Skies #154    See your earlier email for code
Time:  5:00pm, dinner at 6:00pm

This is a "potluck" party. The Morgan's will provide sodas, water, beer & wine. ATA will provide a spiral cut ham. Please contact the Morgan's and or Cathy Waggoner should you have any questions or would like to help. Gift exchange: if you bring a gift, you will get a gift. You are no obligated to participate in the gift exchange.