Nina Pantic, Author at WTT

WTT 2020 Season a Resounding Success Thanks to Teamwork, Planning and Protocols

Posted on August 10, 2020 (August 10, 2020)

White Sulphur Springs, W. Va.—From the early announcement in May until the last forehand was struck on Sunday, World TeamTennis organizers worked furiously behind the scenes to make the historic 2020 season a resounding success. When New York Empire raised the King Trophy on Sunday after beating Chicago Smash 21-20, it was time to collectively […]

Vandeweghe’s Huge Forehand Winner Secures Historic Ending for New York

Posted on August 2, 2020

White Sulphur Springs, W. Va.—The 2020 season has seen its fair share of challenges, and no one was more suited for the final challenge than WTT Finals Female MVP CoCo Vandeweghe. Sunday’s final between New York Empire and Chicago Smash came down to the deciding point of the Supertiebreaker between Vandeweghe and Nicole Melichar and […]

Photographer Ryan Loco Gets Creative with 2020 World TeamTennis Season Challenges

Posted on August 2, 2020 (August 2, 2020)

All season long, Ryan Loco has been tasked with a nearly impossible job: photographing 66 matches involving 50-plus players and coaches. He’s an integral part of the WTT family and has been spotted everywhere like atop the stadium, all along the court and behind team members in the corners of the court. He’s even been seen tucked under the net, peaking out from behind the indoor stadium’s wall and planted on the team bench. […]

2020 Season Female MVP Bethanie Mattek-Sands Propels Doubles into the Spotlight

Posted on August 1, 2020 (August 1, 2020)

White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. — As if she needed more confidence, Bethanie Mattek-Sands picked up the 2020 Female MVP award on Friday heading into the playoffs. The 35-year-old has posted the league’s highest winning percentages in women’s and mixed doubles (60 percent with Eugenie Bouchard and 56 percent with Rajeev Ram). Philadelphia Freedoms’ Taylor […]

Everything You Need to Know About the 2020 WTT Playoffs

Posted on July 31, 2020 (August 1, 2020)

The playoffs are set and it’s all coming down to four teams on Saturday: No. 1 Philadelphia Freedoms, No. 2 Orlando Storm, No. 3 Chicago Smash and No. 4 New York Empire. Here’s a look at what you can expect on Saturday.

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Sofia Kenin Brings Winning Intensity and Youthful Energy to Freedoms

Posted on July 28, 2020 (July 29, 2020)

White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. — As the highest-ranked player in the 2020 WTT field, Sofia Kenin has high expectations for herself and her team. With a 10-2 record, the Philadelphia Freedoms sit atop the standings going into the playoffs. As a rookie, Kenin has played her part, and then some, with nine singles wins. […]

Vandeweghe and Melichar Get Second Chance at King Trophy Thanks to Coach Jensen’s Trade

Posted on July 27, 2020 (July 28, 2020)

White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. — Late on Sunday night, a trade deal was struck between New York Empire and the San Diego Aviators. The lateness of the decision had a logical excuse: San Diego had just lost to Philadelphia 20-18 after sweeping the first three sets of doubles. “Philadelphia is one of the best […]

WTT Stars Take Competition From the Court to the Golf Course

Posted on July 25, 2020 (July 25, 2020)

White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. – Tennis is the reason players came to The Greenbrier this summer, but it’s not the only sport they’re playing. Their passion for golf is so intense that a number of WTT stars brought their own clubs. “Being an avid golfer is something that I really enjoy about The Greenbrier,” […]

Chicago’s Eugenie Bouchard Makes the Most of On and Off-Court Opportunities at The Greenbrier

Posted on July 24, 2020 (July 24, 2020)

White Sulphur Springs, W. Va.—The Greenbrier suits Eugenie Bouchard on and off the court. The Chicago Smash star has been putting up wins in both singles and doubles for her team while maximizing her free time. On her Instagram account, her two million fans can see her shooting clay pigeons, driving four-wheelers, lounging by the […]

Brandon Nakashima Growing On and Off the Court with Outgoing Chicago Smash Teammates

Posted on July 22, 2020 (July 22, 2020)

White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. – At 18, Brandon Nakashima is the youngest male in the 2020 WTT field. He’s certainly not playing like it with wins over Sam Querrey, Steve Johnson and Jack Sock for the Chicago Smash, who are 6-2 and second in the league standings. The teen is using his first experience […]

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