This week, the USTA National Campus hosted the National IDD Singles Tournament, featuring sixteen adapted athletes selected from across the country.

Their level of play, sportsmanship, and determination made this event truly special. USTA Southern was strongly represented with five athletes in the draw, and we’re proud to congratulate Rachel Sweatt, a 5.0 USTA‑rated player, on capturing the national singles title. Craig Pippert, Director of Sports Development with Special Olympics and Evan Enquist, USTA Director of Adapted Tennis, spoke about the new three‑year partnership between the two organizations, with the MOU officially signed during this tournament. Samantha Crawford, Executive Director of AAPITA, and our very own Lou Welch, Tournament Director, presented awards to all 16 athletes on one of the stadium courts at the USTA Campus. The momentum continues as we head into the Unified Doubles National Championship. Stay tuned for more inspiring tennis! #USTA #AdaptiveTennis #IDDtennis #USTASouthern #USTANationalCampus InclusionInSports