JA Guest Writer
A historic, all-African American women’s tennis team representing Jackson made a powerful run at the USTA Tri-Level State Championship in Hattiesburg, showcasing both athletic excellence and deep community bonds.
The 16-woman squad, captained by Kay Beasley, advanced through the United States Tennis Association (USTA) recreational league system to compete in the state playoffs from September 11–13. The unique Tri-Level format combines players from three distinct skill tiers to form a single competitive team…