Conway Area Tennis Association
CATA’s mission is to encourage and support the growth of the sport of tennis in the city of Conway, Arkansas and surrounding areas such as Greenbrier, Vilonia, Morrilton, etc. to all ages of the community. In partnership with local colleges and tennis professionals, we are excited to reach out to the tennis community and grow opportunities for tennis play in the area.  CATA sponsors fun play days for all tennis playing levels, tennis drill sessions with USPTA teaching professionals, and other fun and competitive tennis events throughout the year.
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USTA College Scholarships Available

There are several college scholarship opportunities available from USTA Arkansas, USTA Southern and USTA National. Complete information and links to the applications can be found here or by clicking on this text box: https://www.arktennis.com/page/scholarships

Upcoming deadlines are:

STF College Scholarships – deadline March 31, 2024 

USTA Foundation College Scholarships – deadline May 15, 2024 

USTA Arkansas College Scholarship – deadline December, 1, 2024

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Support & Services

Conway has access to some of the best teaching professionals in the state. If you are new to tennis or just want to brush up your skills or maybe work on doubles strategy with your partner, contact one of these professionals.

Conway City Parks / Conway Tennis Center

Wyatt Miller
Conway Tennis Center Manager, USPTA Certified Instructor
Conway Tennis Center
Phone: 501-499-8555
Email: wyatt.miller@cityofconway.org

Kate Hoopchuk
USPTR Certified Instructor – JTT Coordinator
Conway Tennis Center
Phone: 501-277-9475
Email: khoopchuk@gmail.com

Roger Meredith
Conway Tennis Center
Phone: 501-733-4688 (Text first please)

Carl Bell
Conway Tennis Center
Phone: 509-432-6396


UCA

Casey Wharton
Head Tennis Coach, UCA
Phone: 254-645-0739
Email: cwharton@uca.edu

 

Hendrix

Craig Kirchgessner
Head Tennis Coach
Hendrix College
Phone: 812-987-4492
Email: kirchgessner@hendrix.edu


Maumelle City Parks

Kelli Holmes
USPTR Certified Instructor
Play More Tennis , Maumelle and Conway,
Phone: 479-531-2713
Email: playmore10s@yahoo.com

 

If you are a tennis professional in the area looking to connect with students, please contact CATA. Our goal is to support the growth of tennis in the area.

The Conway Area Tennis Association coordinates with the local schools to encourage tennis and tennis programs.  For instance, Conway High School hosts a tournament every fall and hopes to have more. • Conway Open Tournament (CHS fundraiser tournament) – Past year had 72 kids from the surrounding areas. 2 day tournament with Doubles on Friday and Singles on Saturday. Average of 5 kids for overnight stay. • CHS Spring Tournament CHS would like to start hosting a spring tournament to keep kids involved. School coaches can also support CATA’s goals by promoting and forming teams for the Junior Team tennis programs.  If your child is interested in JTT, have them contact their school coach or your local JTT coordinator.
Steve Ibbotson Conway Parks Director Phone: 501-328-4173 Email: CITY Conway City Parks The City of Conway currently supports parks with 8 tennis courts in 3 parks. Laurel Park 4 fenced and lighted courts 2310 Robinson Ave, Conway, AR 72034 Phone:(501) 450-6186 Fith Avenue Park 2 fenced and lighted tennis courts Between 5th Avenue, Vine Street, and 7th Avenue in East Conway Gatlin Park 2 fenced and lighted tennis courts 2325 Tyler St, Conway, AR 72034 Phone:(407) 254-9820 Morrilton City Tennis Courts 2 Laykold Courts Public Open-4 outdoor fenced unlit 100 City Park Dr, Morrilton, AR 72110 COLLEGE Hendrix College 5 unlit outdoor courts and 3 indoor courts. Please call 501- 505-2966 to make a reservation. UCA UCA Tennis Complex has 9 lighted outdoor courts, restrooms, and parking. Located west of the Reynolds Performance Hall. No reservations necessary. HIGH SCHOOL Greenbrier High School 4 public unlit outdoor fenced courts Vilonia High School 6 public unlit outdoor fenced courts