Milwaukee Tennis & Education Foundation (MTEF)

10/20/2026

Our latest edition of The Match (our paper newsletter) arrived in mailboxes last week. It's filled with stories about the kids, coaches, programs, and people who make MTEF so special.

In her Executive Director's message, Rachael Badt reflects on her first five years with MTEF, the growth of our programs, and the incredible community that makes it all possible.

Whether you've been part of MTEF for years or are just getting to know us, I hope you'll take a few minutes to see what we've been up to!

📖Read the latest edition of The Match here! https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2f50d48dbe.html

10/17/2026

Last week, we finished up our falladult drop-in tennis sessions, and we have to say — we loved this new format! It was great to see players getting out on the court, working on their skills, meeting new people, and enjoying some tennis together.

And while our pictures might not be winning any photography awards, we promise the tennis was better than the photos! 😂

A big thank you to everyone who joined us. We'll be back on the courts at Dineen Park in May, and we can't wait!

Want to join us next season? Visit mtef.com/adulttennis for more information.

10/14/2026

Help us make the Tennis Ball auction something special! We're busy gathering auction items for MTEF's annual Tennis Ball, and we'd love your help!
Have tickets to a sporting event or concert? A vacation getaway? A connection to a local restaurant or business? Or maybe you have an idea for a unique experience that someone would love to bid on?

We'd love to hear from you!

Every donated item helps us raise funds to support tennis, education, and mentoring opportunities for young people throughout Milwaukee.
You don't have to be attending the Tennis Ball to make a difference. Donating an auction item is a great way to support MTEF!

Have an idea or something to contribute? Send us a message or email [email protected].

09/01/2026

Big news at MTEF! We’re excited to officially introduce our new tennis leadership team!

Cullen White is stepping into the role of Tennis Director, with Susan Loomis and Spencer Creal joining him as Assistant Tennis Directors.

Together, this team will help us strengthen our programs, support and develop our coaches, create more consistency across our sites, and continue building opportunities for our players on and off the court.

We’re so excited for this next chapter and can’t wait to see what this team builds together!

08/21/2026

Looking for a fun way to support UWM Tennis. Check out their doubles fundraiser on September 5th.

Bring Your Game To The Courts!
September 5 | 1pm | The Town Club
Join UWM Women's Tennis for the 2026 Fall Panthers Doubles Classic! Hosted by The Town Club - everyone is invited to bring their talents to the courts! You do not need to be a member of the club, but you do need to bring wear your Wimbledon whites.
All participants will also receive a UWM Tennis shirt sponsored by Gruber Law!
With only 14 courts available, space fills up fast - reserve your spot today!

https://events.blackthorn.io/en/8c8QaW37/g/4HTksH3Erk/2026-mke-tennis-doubles-tournament-4a5jQkxLhx/overview

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

08/20/2026

08/15/2026

MTEF Summer 2026 is officially a wrap!

Nine weeks filled with tennis, new friendships, big laughs, new experiences, and SO many memories.

From our camps, Teen League, lessons, the Summer Showdown, and everything in between, it was quite a summer!

Our players grew on the court, but they also built confidence and social-emotional skills, tried new things, made new friends, and had a whole lot of fun along the way.

To our incredible summer staff, families, enrichment partners, guest presenters, volunteers, and supporters — THANK YOU. 💙 You helped make all of this possible.

Most of all, thank you to every young person who spent part of their summer with us. You are the reason we do what we do.

Game. Set. Summer. 🎾☀️

08/09/2026

Congrats to all the winners! But special congrats to the men’s 18+ team - we might just know a couple of those guys! Well done everyone!

07/29/2026

We are SO proud of MTEF player, Zylphia! 🎉🎾

Zylphia was named the Grand Prize Winner in the Grades 6–8 Division of the 2026 USTA Midwest Tennis & Education Foundation NJTL Essay Contest!

Her essay reflected on the theme “Realize the Dream” and shared how she uses her voice, her love of tennis, and her commitment to others to make a difference in her community.

We love having Zylphia (and her family) as part of the MTEF family, and we’re thrilled to see her hard work, thoughtfulness, and leadership recognized across the Midwest.

Congratulations, Zylphia! You continue to make us proud both on and off the court. 💙🏆

07/29/2026

Meet Our Coaches

Coaching isn't the only thing these two do.

Both this coaches balance careers outside of tennis while continuing to make time to mentor, teach, and inspire the next generation of players. Whether it's leading evening programs or taking time away from work to help at camp, their commitment to MTEF and the young people we serve is truly appreciated.

We're grateful for the energy, leadership, and experience they bring to the court.

See all out staff at MTEF.com/MTEFStaff.