2024

2024-ATANC impacts over 3,000 individuals, including athletes, volunteers, coaches, and families, through more than 300 clinics, tournaments, and events across North Carolina. The organization hosts six major tournaments, with the Winston-Salem Abilities Tennis Tournament earning Special Tennis Event of the Year from the NC Tennis Association. Two ATANC unified doubles teams compete at the National Adaptive Tournament in Orlando, further showcasing the power of inclusive play. ATANC expands its Abilities Access Grant program, helping athletes travel to compete in tournaments beyond their local areas. Strengthening partnerships across the state, ATANC launches new clinics in Fuquay-Varina, Gastonia, Mint Hill/Charlotte, and reinstates its Pinehurst clinic. Four ATANC coaches help lead the Court of Dreams Adaptive Clinic at the US Open. Alex B. “Andy” Andrews IV joins the ATANC Board of Directors, and Executive Director Lou Welch continues to serve on the NC Tennis Foundation board and adaptive committees for USTA NC, USTA Southern, and USTA National.