PO Box 11915
Bakersfield CA,93389
(661) 747-4873
Welcome to the KCTA
Supporting the Kern County tennis community since 1965.
Champions of Equality Award
Launched in 2023 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Equal Prize Money at the US Open, Champions of Equality honors women across the USTA’s 17 Sections who have been leaders and trailblazers in advancing equality.
One of our own, Beth Kuney was recently recognized at the national level during the 2024 US Open. She and her husband, Scott, enjoyed a trip to New York to receive the award and watch the women's semifinal matches. Beth has served for many years as the KCTA Executive Director, USTA League Coordinator, and high school tennis coach. Her service has grown the sport in our community and enabled hundreds of all ages to earn the benefits of playing the game so many of us love. Beth's service to tennis is part of a family legacy. Her father, Mark Van Voorhis, was a high school tennis coach and for many years a principal figure in KCTA and its predecessors.
Congratulations Beth!
Testimonials
One nonprofit equips local high school tennis teams for new season
Upcoming Events
UPCOMING EVENTS
December 2024
9 @6pm Tennis for Toys at Stockdale Country Club
11 @6pm Burrell Sportsmanship Award Dinner at Hodel's
January 2025
27 Coaches' Clinic at SCC
February 2025
1 Players' Drills at BRC
6 Equipment Distribution at BRC
Champions of Equality Award
Launched in 2023 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Equal Prize Money at the US Open, Champions of Equality honors women across the USTA’s 17 Sections who have been leaders and trailblazers in advancing equality.
One of our own, Beth Kuney was recently recognized at the national level during the 2024 US Open. She and her husband, Scott, enjoyed a trip to New York to receive the award and watch the women's semifinal matches. Beth has served for many years as the KCTA Executive Director, USTA League Coordinator, and high school tennis coach. Her service has grown the sport in our community and enabled hundreds of all ages to earn the benefits of playing the game so many of us love. Beth's service to tennis is part of a family legacy. Her father, Mark Van Voorhis, was a high school tennis coach and for many years a principal figure in KCTA and its predecessors.
Congratulations Beth!
Tennis Serves Others (TSO) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that unites tennis ladies to organize and promote charitable activities. TSO is partnering with KCTA by collecting gently-used tennis clothing and shoes to support the "Shopping Spree" that is part of our launch of the high school girls' tennis season. This year the Shopping Spree provided over 1500 items to nearly 400 girls.
Jerry Matthews receiving a small portion of the gear donated from Kelley McBride, TSO CEO.
Advancements In Women's Tennis
Article regarding girl's and women's tennis!