From Tennis Now | @Tennis_Now | Monday, December 9, 2024
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In his aim to make tennis more accessible, journeyman is investing in Court 16.
The USTA announced today that its investment initiative USTA Ventures has invested in Court 16, a New York-based company that offers tennis in unique and technologically advanced formats through its network of indoor tennis clubs.
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Founded in Brooklyn in 2014, Court 16’s presence now includes locations in Long Island City, Downtown Brooklyn, Manhattan’s Financial District, and upcoming locations in Philadelphia and Westchester’s Ridge Hill, opening in 2025. Court 16 offers an innovative experience and inclusive of tennis, adults and families can connect, learn and grow both on and off the court. Offering dynamic tennis programs, Court 16’s state-of-the-art curriculum builds a strong technical foundation, develops well-rounded athletes and inspires a true passion for the sport.
Pros, including Carlos Alcaraz, Felix Auger-Aliassime AND Leylah Fernandez have conducted clinics at Court 16 in Long Island City.
“Cort 16’s unique programming model creates greater access to our sport, providing tennis and building community in places that may not otherwise have access due to space limitations or financial constraints,” said Ted Loehrke, Managing Director , Section Partnerships, USTA. “Our mission is to grow tennis to inspire healthier people and communities everywhere, and Court 16 has shown it can help us deliver this amazing sport year-round to players and potential players in key markets across the country. “
It is the second investment made by the USTA Strategic Investment Committee, through USTA Ventures.
Earlier this year, USTA Ventures announced its investment in PlayReplay, a tennis technology company that features an electronic line calling (ELC) system designed to increase access to accurate, user-friendly ELCs for youth games , adults and entertainment nationwide. Formed in 2023, the committee is “focused on acquiring equity stakes in technology and other companies that will help advance the mission of the USTA,” the USTA said in a statement.
