USTA Northern Arizona

09/01/2026

🎾 White Mountains USTA Flex League: A Successful Inaugural Season!

The White Mountains USTA Flex League wrapped up its inaugural summer season with plenty of tennis, new connections, and excitement for the future!

Led by local volunteer Jill Rich, with support from Jodi Peruch and USTA Southwest, the league brought together players from Pinetop Country Club, Torreon, Pinetop Lakes Country Club, White Mountain Country Club, and area HOA courts. From a starting point of zero, the league grew to more than 40 players competing in Women’s Doubles, Men’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles.

The season kicked off May 26 at Pinetop Country Club with nearly 30 players enjoying clinics, Flex League demonstrations, and an introduction to Red Ball programming.

To celebrate the season, more than 20 players gathered at Pinetop Country Club for an End-of-Season Social & Drills Event. Players enjoyed three-plus hours of tennis games, drills, friendly competition, prizes, refreshments, and plenty of time to connect with fellow tennis enthusiasts.

The season also provided valuable feedback for 2027. Players would like clearer match windows, a longer playing season, and more opportunities for cross-club socials and team play. Next year, each participating club will have a league representative to help coordinate scheduling, participation, and social events.

Looking Ahead to 2027

Plans are already underway for an expanded summer season, with a May 2027 kickoff and potential additions including singles, Red Ball Socials, and Tri-Level team play.

Special thanks to Jill Rich, Jodi Peruch, Rob Richardson, Michelle Colbert, Pinetop Country Club, USTA Southwest staff, and everyone who made the inaugural season a success!

08/26/2026

🔥🎾 BEAT THE HEAT L6 JUNIOR TOURNAMENT RECAP🎾🔥

What a fantastic weekend of junior tennis at Northern Arizona University!

The Beat the Heat L6 Junior Tennis Tournament brought together 42 young athletes from across Arizona for a weekend filled with competitive matches, sportsmanship, new friendships, and plenty of fun.

Players competed in 12U, 14U, 16U & 18U Boys’ and Girls’ divisions, with singles and doubles action taking place on NAU’s indoor and outdoor courts. 💪🎾

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing sponsors for helping make the weekend extra special:

🍌 Sprouts — keeping players fueled with fresh bananas and oranges
🧋 Tangletown Tea — refreshing parents and spectators
🍦 Shamrock Farms — cooling everyone down with delicious ice cream and popsicles

And a special thank-you to Northern Arizona University for providing an outstanding venue and excellent indoor and outdoor courts for junior tennis.

👏 Congratulations to all 42 players! Your hard work, determination, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm made the Beat the Heat tournament a memorable one.

We love seeing junior tennis continue to grow across Arizona! ❤️🎾

08/22/2026

🚨 LAST WEEK TO REGISTER - Registration Deadline is August 28th! 🚨
Get your racquets ready! Registration is officially open for the 2026 Mile High Open at the Yavapai College Tennis Center. Whether you are looking to test your NTRP rating, compete in your age group, or test your skills in the Open divisions, there is a bracket for everyone.

Space is limited, so grab your spot on the court today!

📅 The Details
When: September 5 – 7, 2026 (Labor Day Weekend)

Where: Yavapai College Tennis Center (1100 East Sheldon Street, Prescott, AZ)

Registration Deadline: Friday, August 28, 2026, at 11:59 PM MST

💰 Entry Fees, Perks, & Swag
First Event: $60.00

Second Event: Only $30.00 (Maximum of 2 events per player)

Tournament T-Shirt: Every player receives an official tournament T-shirt!

Player’s Bag: Every player will receive a tournament player’s bag.

Giveaways: Players will receive additional tournament giveaways!

On-Court Refreshments: Balls, water, and snacks will be provided throughout the tournament.

Note: Your credit card will not be charged until the tournament closes after the August 28 deadline.

🏆 Available Divisions (18 & Over)
NTRP Levels: 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and 4.5 (Singles, Doubles, & Mixed)

Age Groups: 30+ all the way up to 85+ (Singles, Doubles, & Mixed)

Open Divisions: Men's, Women's, and Mixed Doubles

🎾 SILENT AUCTION — SUNDAY! 🎾

Join us Sunday during the tournament for a Silent Auction featuring items generously provided by our sponsors and other local supporters!💙 Proceeds will help grow tennis in the Prescott area, supporting programs, events, and opportunities for players of all ages.

We’ll also have specific auction items available to help support our USTA Northern Arizona Women’s 3.0 40+ team as they head to the USTA League National Championships in Mobile, Alabama! 🎾

Come out, support local tennis, check out the auction items, and help us cheer on the team!

👉 Ready to play? Click the link below for more information and to register!
https://playtennis.usta.com/Competitions/prescott-area-tennis-association/Tournaments/Overview/21b184a4-7aa4-45d1-9a6e-4cc9a110eb36

08/05/2026

🚨 Today is the FINAL Day to Nominate! 🚨

Show your ❤️ and support for Northern Arizona tennis by recognizing the incredible people who make our tennis community so special!

Do you know an outstanding:
🎾 Volunteer
🎾 League Captain
🎾 Player
🎾 Coach
🎾 Tournament Director
🎾 Tennis Ambassador
🎾 Community Organization
…and many more?

Now is your chance to celebrate those who have gone above and beyond to grow the game throughout USTA Northern Arizona. Whether they've inspired players, built programs, organized events, or volunteered countless hours, they deserve to be recognized.

🏆 Show your love and support for NAZ Tennis by submitting a nomination today!

⏰ Nominations close TODAY (August 5)!

Submit your nomination here:
https://www.usta.com/en/home/about-usta/usta-awards/southwest/AWARDS.html

Awards page listing

07/30/2026

🎾 2026 Oxendale Auto Group Indoor Championships Recap 🎾

What an incredible weekend of tennis in Flagstaff!

Over four exciting days, more than 100 players competed in the 2026 Oxendale Auto Group Indoor Championships at the Northern Arizona University Tennis Complex. With matches played across 12 courts—both indoor and outdoor—the tournament showcased outstanding competition, sportsmanship, and community.

A huge thank you to all of the players, families, officials, volunteers, and spectators who helped make this year's event a success. We especially appreciate everyone's flexibility as we navigated court changes and weather throughout the weekend.

One of the best parts of this event? Every dollar raised stays in Northern Arizona, helping grow the game and support local tennis programs and communities.

👏 Special thanks to our amazing sponsors:
🎾 Oxendale Auto Group (Title Sponsor)
🎾 Elizabeth A. McFarland, ESQ
🎾 Cambium Wealth Management
🎾 Northern Arizona Periodontics

Congratulations to all of our champions and participants—we can't wait to welcome everyone back to Flagstaff next summer! 🎉💙

Event results and draws can be viewed here: https://playtennis.usta.com/Competitions/southwesttennisfoundation/Tournaments/draws/8D2825F5-1AE4-4B57-A35E-57EE73A5A7F9

07/30/2026

07/09/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! 🚨

Don't miss your opportunity to compete in the Oxendale Auto Group Indoor Championships at the Northern Arizona University Tennis Center!

🏆 L4 Open: July 23–26
🎾 Singles • Doubles • Mixed • NTRP • Age • Open Divisions

Whether you're chasing rankings points or just looking for a fun weekend of indoor tennis, this tournament has something for everyone.

💚 Every entry helps grow tennis in Northern Arizona!

🎁 Every player receives a free tournament gift!

💲Entry Fees:
• $60 – First Event
• $30 – Second Event (2-event maximum)

⏰ Registration closes soon—Deadline is July 12th at midnight!

https://playtennis.usta.com/Competitions/southwesttennisfoundation/Tournaments/overview/8D2825F5-1AE4-4B57-A35E-57EE73A5A7F9

Register today at NAZUSTA.com and we'll see you on the courts! 🎾

06/16/2026

WTN events offer participants a great opportunity to player others outside of their typical age range or NTRP grouping all while maintain fun and competitive matches! 🎾

🚨 LAST WEEK TO REGISTER! 🚨

Saddle up and join us for the 2026 Yavapai County WTN Tournament on June 27-28 at the Yavapai College Tennis Center!

🎾 Co-Ed Singles & Doubles
🎾 Groups based on World Tennis Number (WTN)
🎾 Open to players of all ages and skill levels
🎾 Fun, competitive match play against players of similar ability

What is WTN?

The World Tennis Number (WTN) is a global rating system developed by the ITF that measures a player's tennis level on a scale from 1-40. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, WTN helps place you in a group with players of similar ability, creating more competitive and enjoyable matches.

✅ Fair competition
✅ Track your improvement over time
✅ One rating recognized worldwide

💥Registration closes June 22! 💥

Don't miss one of Northern Arizona's most unique tennis events.

Register today at https://playtennis.usta.com/Competitions/prescott-area-tennis-association/Tournaments/Overview/833f5de2-f04f-4c55-9d3a-e64caa39234d

06/15/2026

🏆 HEADING BACK TO NATIONALS! 🏆

Congratulations to our USTA Northern Arizona Women's 3.0 team, captained by Ellen Radavich out of Prescott Area Tennis Association - PATA, on capturing the USTA Southwest Adult League 40 & Over Championship!

The team battled hard all weekend in a tightly contested division and saved their best tennis for the final match. A decisive 4-0 sweep in their last team match secured the championship and punched their ticket back to nationals.

It was truly a total team effort. All 11 players recorded at least one win during the tournament, and 8 players finished with winning records, showcasing the depth and strength of the entire roster.

We are proud of the determination, teamwork, and competitive spirit these ladies displayed throughout the event. Their 3-1 record earned them the Southwest title and the opportunity to represent Arizona on the national stage once again.

Next stop: USTA League National Championships in Mobile, Alabama, October 23-25.

Good luck at nationals, ladies! We’ll be cheering you on as you represent Northern Arizona and the Southwest. 🎾🏆💪

Congrats to our new USTA Southwest Adult League 40 & Over champions in the women's 3.0 division, our team from USTA Northern Arizona.

Captained by Ellen Radavich, these ladies won a tightly-contested 3.0 division with a 3-1 record.

The squad now advances on to the USTA League National Championships held later this fall. Good luck and do Southwest proud!