In the competitive world of youth tennis, middle school players often step onto the court with solid technical skills developed through repetitive drills. However, these players frequently struggle to perform under the unique pressures of match play.

As the Spring 2026 tennis season comes to a close, an exciting USTA Orange Ball tournament will take place at Frank Black Middle School's (FBMS) expanded tennis center, located at the intersection of Chantilly Street and 43rd Street. This is the first USTA event held in Oak Forest for many years.

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) has concluded the 2026 spring district tennis tournaments, with the competition in Districts 5A and 6A wrapping up both singles and doubles play. These district tournaments are part of the broader University Interscholastic League (UIL) spring season and showcased intense competition among high schools in the Houston area.

In a match up of two Houston Independent School District (HISD) middle school tennis powerhouses, the Frank Black Middle School Panthers defeated Pin Oak Middle School 11-2 on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at the Panthers' newly enhanced tennis center on the school's campus.

As the Spring 2026 tennis season begins for the Houston Independent School District 10-5A, Waltrip High School's returning leader, junior Wyatt Dudley, has established himself as the player to beat.

Twelve young tennis players from the Oak Forest Tennis Club (OFTC) took a significant step in their athletic journeys on Saturday morning, March 21, 2026, as they competed in their very first USTA event.

The United States Tennis Association (USTA) recently announced that participation in tennis in the United States has significantly increased, welcoming a more diverse group of players than ever before.

To officially kick off the Development Team's Spring 2026 season, Coach Samintra Charles welcomed Principal Kemuel De Castro of Frank Black Middle School (FBMS) to the tennis community's breakfast gathering today. 

The Frank Black Middle School co-ed tennis team hosted its first match against Lanier Middle School at their new facility on March 17, 2026. The Panthers secured 4 victories in the 12 boys' matches, with the girls' matches scheduled for a later date.

In the fast-paced world of tennis, where rallies can involve dozens of strokes, one shot stands out above the rest: the serve. Often referred to as the "king of strokes," the serve not only starts every point but also can dictate the entire flow of a match. For junior players, having a strong serve can be a game-changer.

Today, the Frank Black Middle School (FBMS) tennis team kicked off its first spring season with a dual match against Meyerland Middle School, and we celebrated an exciting 13-3 victory!

Space City Tennis is dedicated to igniting a passion for the game among young athletes in Houston. If you're a budding junior player preparing for your first USTA Level 7 (L7) green ball tournament, congratulations from Coach Koko (Karen Hackett)!