AUBURN, Ala.- The United States Tennis Association (USTA) recently announced that the City of Auburn/Auburn University Yarbrough Tennis Center has been designated as a USTA Premier Facility. This prestigious recognition is a testament to the Yarbrough Tennis Center's commitment to excellence in tennis operations and programming.

The USTA Premier Facility program aims to set a high standard of quality throughout the tennis industry by acknowledging and rewarding top-tier tennis facilities. In its inaugural year, only 50 facilities nationwide have been honored with this distinction, including the Yarbrough Tennis Center.

The City of Auburn/Auburn University Yarbrough Tennis Center stands as a collaborative effort between the City of Auburn and Auburn University, serving as the home of the Auburn men’s and women’s tennis teams. The center features 16 clay courts (including a stadium court), 12 outdoor hard courts and six indoor courts. The center hosts a variety of programs designed for tennis players of all skill levels, including tennis clinics, private lessons, large-scale tournaments and events.

To qualify for the Premier Facility program, facilities must meet rigorous criteria set forth by the USTA, including membership within the USTA, employment of certified teaching professionals and compliance with the USTA's Safe Play program. Premier Facilities are required to offer a diverse range of tennis programming, catering to players of all levels and interests, and must maintain high standards of facility maintenance.

"We're honored to be recognized as a USTA Premier Facility, and we look forward to continuing our tradition of excellence in serving the tennis community of Auburn and beyond," said Auburn Parks and Recreation Director Alison Hall.

For more information about the Yarbrough Tennis Center and its programs, visit auburnalabama.org/tennis. To sign up for the weekly tennis newsletter visit auburnalabama.org/enotifier/subscribe/.