SPOTLIGHT ON DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

USPTA Mid-Atlantic Celebrates Diversity and Inclusion by promoting events and funding programs in the Mid-Atlantic Area

Mid-Atlantic’s USPTA Eddie Davis and Father, Edward “Big Dave” Davis to be inducted to the 2023 Black Tennis Hall of Fame!

Congratulations to USPTA Elite Professional, Eddie Davis, who will be inducted, together with his late father, Edward John Davis, into the Black Tennis Hall of Fame as part of its 2023 class.

The Black Tennis Hall of Fame (BTHOF) (https:// www.blacktennishalloffame.com), located in Richmond, Virginia, was founded to honor the achievements of those individuals who achieved success in tennis and life in spite of the many barriers that they faced, as well as those who helped them achieve those successes.

The BTHOF honors these individuals by permanently inducting them into the Black Tennis Hall of Fame. Eddie and his father will be honored at the 15th Annual Induction Ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23220.

Both Eddie and his father, Edward, are considered regional legends for their dedication and love of tennis. Eddie has coached college tennis at numerous schools including George Washington University and Howard University. During his career he has been honored as USPTA New England Pro of the Year, USPTA Mid-Atlantic College

Coach of the year as well as MEAC College Coach of the year and USTA New England Junior Coordinator of Year. Eddie also donates his time on numerous committees and currently plays a vital role on the USPTA Mid-Atlantic’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee. Eddie said, “I am truly honored and blessed to receive this distinction.”

Edward, known as “Big Dave,” was a four-sport college athlete, playing football, basketball, tennis and swimming. He later became a Department of Recreation Director in the DC area where he focused on growing the sport of tennis.

Congratulations to Eddie from the entire USPTA Mid-Atlantic Division!

USPTA Mid-Atlantic Supports Asian Games 2023

USPTA Elite Professional

Chris Tran was the recipient of a USPTA MidAtlantic Diversity and Inclusion Grant to help cover costs for the recent Asian Games held in Reston, Virginia. Chris was the Tournament Director and organized the entire event which was comprised of a round-robin tournament with 72 adult participants and a junior clinic for over 50 kids ranging in ages from 6 to 16 years.