Academy Headlines
Speaker Conquers Binghamton
January 15, 2017
Justin Speaker had a great weekend, as he captured the Boys 16’s L1A Binghamton Tennis Center January Championships with three hard-fought wins. Justin defeated Robbie Werdiger 6-2, 7-6 in the final.
Seidman Makes It Three
January 14, 2017
Congratulations to Jonathan Seidman for winning yet another tournament. The L1B Hardscrabble Winter Challenger is his third title of the season. He earned it by winning three matches, including a straight-set victory over Oybek Askarov in the final.
Wei Wraps Up Tournament Title
December 31, 2016
Big congratulations to James Wei for winning the U18 Boys L1 Justin Gimelstob Holiday Championship. James won four matches, taking out Ron Brody in three sets in the final. James also took home the doubles title with fellow high-school teammate Luke Quiroz.
Seidman Seizes Another Crown
December 22, 2016
Job well done to Jonathan Seidman for taking the U14 title at the L1B TI Academy December Challenger. Jon won four matches to win the tournament, beating Hugh Hentchel 6-2, 7-5 in the final. This is Jon’s second tournament victory in as many weeks.
Speaker Continues Run of Success
December 22, 2016
Justin Speaker continued his hot streak by winning the L1B Jingle Ball Open doubles title and making to to the finals of the singles event. Justin joined AITA in September, and we are thrilled to have him a part of our team.
A. Seidman a Tourney Champion
December 14, 2016
Congratulations to Andrew Seidman for winning his first USTA tournament. Andrew won at the L20 Hardscrabble December Open by beating Ruimin Zhang in the final by a score of 4-2, 2-4, 4-2.
J. Seidman Victorious at AI
December 14, 2016
Congratulations to Jonathan Seidman for winning on his home turf in the U14 L1B Armonk Indoor December Challenger. Jonathan won four matches, including the final against Benjamin Kantor by a score of 6-2, 6-4.
Wei Wins
December 10, 2016
Well done to James Wei for winning the U18 L1B Tennis Innovator December Open. James battled through three matches to capture the title. In a hard-fought final, he beat Jack Mascone 4-6, 6-0, 10-5. James also recently qualified for the L1+ Eastern Gran Prix in the Boys 18-and-under division.
Togo Wins at Sportime
December 10, 2016
Congratulations to Kenta Togo for winning the L1B Sportime Harbor Island December Challenger. Kenta beat Connor Aylett in the final by a score of 7-6, 6-2. We’re all proud of the improvements Kenta has made so far this season and look forward to continued success.
Glanville Stuffs Competition
November 29, 2016
Congratulations to Ryan Glanville for winning five matches en route to the U16 L1B Armonk Indoor Harvest Challenger title. Ryan played spectacular tennis during the Thanksgiving weekend tournament, beating Connor Morris in the final by a score of 6-4, 1-6, 10-3.
Speaker Sets New Milestone
November 22, 2016
Well done to Justin Speaker for winning the U18 L1B MatchPoint Fall Classic. At only 15 years old, this is Justin’s first U18 tournament victory, and his fourth overall since August.
Lowitz Takes Another Title
November 15, 2016
Congratulations to Spencer Lowitz for winning the Boys U18 L2 Cunningham November Open. This is Spencer’s second tournament win since October.
Rao Earns Tournament Victory
November 15, 2016
Congratulations to Riya Rao for winning the L20 Chestnut Ridge November Open. By winning the three tournament matches, Riya claimed her first title since joining AITA.
Nelson Wins Second in a Row
November 8, 2016
Josh Nelson enjoyed yet another successful weekend here at Armonk Indoor by winning his second L1B U14 tournament in as many weeks. Josh won four matches, beating Matthew Luzzi 6-2, 7-5 in the final.
Tamis Gets First Title
November 8, 2016
Congratulations to Julia Tamis for winning the L20 Hardscrabble November Open–her first USTASHI tournament victory! We are all happy for Julia’s success and know she will be working hard to continue it.
Nelson Victorious at Armonk Indoor
October 31, 2016
Congratulations to Josh Nelson for winning the Armonk Indoor October Challenger. Josh sealed the home-court title by beating Caleb Fockens 6-4, 7-5 in the final.
Get To Know Pro Jaklin Alawi
October 28, 2016
Jaklin is in her first year with AITA. She was previously an assistant coach for the Florida International women’s team and has trained top-flight ITF juniors and players on the WTA circuit. Jaklin played collegiately at Long Beach State and South Carolina and was a top-ranked player and member of the Fed Cup team in her native Bulgaria. View Jaklin’s full bio here.
Speaker Wins Title in New Jersey
October 25, 2016
Justin Speaker came through in dominating fashion to win the L1B On Serve October Challenger in Mahwah, NJ. This is Justin’s 3rd tournament win in as many months.
Togo Takes Title
October 25, 2016
Congratulations to Kenta Togo for winning the L1B Sportime Lake Isle October Challenger. Kenta won 4 matches on his way to the title, including a 6-4, 6-4 victory over Lucas Arora in the final.
Schantz Wins on Home Court
October 17, 2016
Congratulations to AITA’s own Hudson Schantz for winning the U12 L1B Armonk Indoor October Challenger. Hudson won 4 matches, beating Alex Marino 6-2, 6-0 in the final. Hudson’s tournament victory is a product of his exceptional work ethic on the practice court.
Lowitz Captures Harbor Island
October 11, 2016
Congratulations to Spencer Lowitz for winning the L1B Sportime Harbor Island October Challenger, beating Charlie Levinson, Kaivalya Hariharan, and Lucas Chan en route to the title.
