About Us
Since 2015, we have been on a mission to change the way communities experience tennis. What started as a passionate effort to bring the sport to low-income juniors has grown into something much bigger: a movement dedicated to making tennis accessible for everyone, regardless of age or background. Today, we are proud to expand our reach to adult players, and we have our sights set on even more.
We believe tennis is more than just a sport. It's a vehicle for confidence, connection, and opportunity. Every program we offer, every court we open, and every partnership we build is driven by one simple goal: to make tennis affordable and inclusive for all. Looking ahead, we are excited about our plans to grow into adaptive communities, ensuring that the joy of tennis reaches every corner of our community.
No matter where you come from or where you are in your tennis journey, there is a place for you here, and we are just getting started.
Our Mission
Central Illinois Tennis Association's mission is to promote and develop the growth of youth tennis in Central Illinois and to cooperate with the United States Tennis Association and other associations in pursuit of these aims.
Your generous contribution helps make our tournaments a reality by helping to offset the cost of hosting.