USTA Ventures invests in New York-based Court 16

“Court 16’s unique programming model creates greater accessibility for our sport, delivering tennis and building community in locations that may not otherwise have access due to space limitations or financial constraints,” said Ted Loehrke, the USTA's managing director of section partnerships. “Our mission is growing tennis to inspire healthier people and communities everywhere, and Court 16 has shown that it can help us to deliver this amazing sport year-round to players and potential players in major markets across the country.”

This is the second investment made by the USTA Strategic Investment Committee, through USTA Ventures. Earlier this year, USTA Ventures announced its investment in PlayReplay, a tennis technology company featuring an electronic line-calling (ELC) system set to increase access to accurate, user-friendly ELC for junior, adult and recreational play nationwide. Formed in 2023, the committee is focused on acquiring equity stakes in technologies and other companies that will help advance the USTA’s mission.