The Orlando chapter of the College Tennis Alumni Network, led by USTA National staff members Darnesha Moore and Brooke Austin, held its first event, a Holiday Happy Hour, on December 10th, 2024 at the Aloft Sports Bar in Lake Nona, Florida.
The happy hour was hosted in conjunction with the USTA staff’s GOAT at the HOAT employee league, and as such was only open to USTA Staff, but the chapter plans to expand the group and its events outside USTA employees in 2025. All chapter members were asked to wear a shirt representing their alma mater to incorporate some fun school spirit.

This happy hour provided a great networking opportunity for USTA staff who are in the CTAN Chapter to connect with one another and grow relationships.
“It was a pleasure connecting with fellow SEC graduates, learning about the schools my coworkers attended, and hearing about everyone’s unique college experiences. This event provided a fantastic opportunity to build new relationships with other former collegiate athletes. I’m already looking forward to the next one!”
Brooke Austin, Orlando chapter co-coordinatior & Florida ’19 alum
The chapter looks forward to their next event in the beginning of 2025. With the USTA National Campus in their backyard, the chapter plans to attend either the always thrilling Florida v. Florida State College MatchDay, or Spring Break Tennis – both taking place at the campus.
If you are located in the Orlando, FL area and are interested in joining the chapter and participating in more fun events like this, please contact Darnesha Moore (darneshatennis2@gmail.com) or Brooke Austin (baustin1567@gmail.com).