SPUT SPIRIT Heroes: Service
“Remember this. Hold on to this. This is the only perfection there is, the perfection of helping others. This is the only thing we can do that has any lasting meaning. This is why we’re here. To make each other feel safe.” Andre Agassi Ernie Greene saw a gift that he was able to give…
Read MoreSPUT Alumni Spotlight: Ricky Moua
What led you to start your involvement at Saint Paul Urban Tennis? I was a St. Paul Harding graduate and during my summers and winters, I would participate in the programs that SPUT offered such as Junior Team Tennis, Tournaments, and Warriors. I started playing tennis in sophomore year in high school and after I…
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SPUT Alumni Spotlight: Jaileah Yang
“It’s a program I grew up with and where all my summer memories reside.” What led you to start your involvement with Saint Paul Urban Tennis? My older brother, Chueshe, was someone I looked up to and wanted to be like. When I was younger, he would take tennis lessons with SPUT in the summer,…
Read MoreExciting Expansion Plans for Saint Paul Urban Tennis
Saint Paul Urban Tennis (SPUT) is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in its mission to empower youth through tennis and education. Today the Minnesota Legislature approved a $750,000 capital investment for SPUT that will fuel the expansion of its youth development programs on the East Side of St. Paul. This transformative grant will serve…
Read MoreA Comprehensive Guide to Summer Tennis Lessons
Summer tennis lessons are a great way for kids to stay active and develop important life skills. When choosing a program, look for one that is tailored to your child’s age and skill level, is conveniently located, and works with your summer budget. Saint Paul Urban Tennis (SPUT) is proud to offer low-cost tennis programs…
Read MoreSPUT Announces the Addition of Gunnar Liden as Executive Director
The Board of St Paul Urban Tennis is thrilled to announce that Gunnar Liden will join the organization as the new Executive Director, effective April 10, 2023. St Paul Urban Tennis (SPUT) Board of Directors Chair, Collyn Iblings stated, “We are thrilled to have Gunnar join SPUT. His experience and proven leadership will help to…
Read MoreDecember Newsletter
Warrior Leadership Academy Youth Build Skills On and Off-Court on Winter Saturdays SPUT’s Warrior Leadership Academy high school youth have been improving their tennis skills with weekend practices at White Bear LifeTime while also enriching their minds with off-court workshops. On Saturday, November 12, players gathered at the Eastview Recreation Center (SPUT’s headquarters) to connect…
Read MoreEarly Giving for Give to the Max Day 2022 is Underway!
Saint Paul Urban Tennis needs funding to keep our tennis and education programming free and low-cost for all Saint Paul families. With costs for youth sports rising and income inequality at an all-time high, now more than ever, we must create safe and fun spaces for low-income and historically excluded youth to flourish and have…
Read MoreOctober Newsletter
Consider a Gift for SPUT Kids During GiveMN, November 1-17 Early giving for Give to the Max Day is underway! Saint Paul Urban Tennis needs funding to keep our tennis and education programming free and low-cost for all Saint Paul families. With costs for youth sports rising and income inequality at an all-time high, now…
Read MoreSPUT Announces Tom Streitz as Interim Executive Director
The St. Paul Urban Tennis Board of Directors is thrilled to announce that Tom Streitz joined the St. Paul Urban Tennis staff on Monday, October 10 as Interim Executive Director. Tom is a long-time civil rights lawyer and Georgetown University Law graduate. In addition to his vast legal experience, Tom is a 20+ year veteran of…
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