On July 17, 2026, young athletes from Boys & Girls Clubs across the Mississippi Delta gathered at Mississippi Valley State University for an unforgettable tennis meetup. Thanks to the USTA Southern Rural Grant Initiative, kids who may never have picked up a racket got the chance to play, learn, and build life skills like determination, teamwork, and self-belief. Read more about this exciting day and how tennis is changing lives in the Delta.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Delta launches a free tennis program thanks to a USTA Innovation Grant. Starting April 24, trained coaches in Clarksdale, Greenwood, Grenada, and Cleveland will teach kids not just a sport, but discipline, resilience, and college pathways. Learn why tennis is a powerful choice for at‑risk youth—and how to sign your child up today.