PO Box 11915
Bakersfield CA,93389
(661) 747-4873
Welcome to the KCTA
Supporting the Kern County tennis community since 1965.
Thank You!
Dear Friends of KCTA:
The 2026 Give Big Kern campaign has officially concluded, and we have much for which to be thankful. We received support from the community at a level never seen before. We exceeded our goal, surpassed our record for GBK donations by 40%, and, perhaps most important, we increased our donor base by 60%. That resulted in KCTA ranking #7 overall (out of 149 organizations), #1 in Volunteer Led organizations, and #2 in Education & Youth Development. We are proud of the confidence that shows you have in our work.
The statistics are great, but far more important is what this support will enable us to do for young people in our community. During the coming year, we will provide over 600 pairs of shoes, 300 racquets, 5,000 practice balls, and many thousands of pieces of clothing and other gear to local student athletes. We will also sponsor up to 15 hours of professional instruction for over 400 kids. Most would not be able to participate without this support that keeps them healthier, happier, out of trouble, and more focused in the classroom.
This recent note from a Highland player says it better than we can. "Without you guys, I wouldn't be able to play tennis. KCTA has really improved my social life in high school by making it possible for me to play on a team."
Thank you,
KCTA Board of Directors
Testimonials
SNAPS! — Kern Community Tennis Association
Boys Tennis Season Kickoff
Bakersfield Life
Feb 28, 2025
By Lisa Kimble
UPCOMING EVENTS
May
12 - KCTA Ladies' Clinic at Stockdale County Club.
June
12-14 - Frank Thiessen Memorial Tournament at BRC.
Frank Thiessen Memorial Tournament
Singles & Doubles/Mixed
June 12 - 14
The Kern Community Tennis Association (KCTA) invites players to participate in the Frank Thiessen Memorial Tournament, presented by Bakersfield Mazda, taking place June 12–14, 2026 at the Bakersfield Racquet Club.
This round robin tournament honors longtime Kern County tennis coach and mentor Frank Thiessen, whose dedication helped develop junior tennis players in the community for more than 50 years. Tournament proceeds support KCTA outreach programs for young players throughout Kern County.
Tournament Events:
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Mixed Doubles — June 12
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Men’s & Women’s Doubles — June 13–14
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Men’s & Women’s Singles — June 13–14
Entry Fees:
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Singles: $45/player
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Doubles: $80/team
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Mixed Doubles: $80/team
Entry Deadline: June 8, 2026
Spots are limited.
Please submit registration forms and payment (checks payable to KCTA or cash) to Robert at Bakersfield Racquet Club.
Coming Soon
BAKERSFIELD RECOGNIZED AS USTA SOCAL'S FIRST TENNIS TOWN!
Our tennis community and tradition were recognized in a brief ceremony on BRC's center court during the BTOpen. Trevor Kronemann, SCTA Executive Director, presented an award to local leaders recognizing Bakersfield as its inaugural Tennis Town. Receiving the award on behalf of our tennis community were Mayor Karen Goh, Tracy Burrell, Hank Pfister, Mark Fredriksz, Zach Gomez, Dave Krueger, and Robert Limpias. In response, Mayor Goh issued a proclamation declaring March 17 - 23 to be Bakersfield Loves Tennis Week. Learn more by clicking on the links to read the article, proclamation, or watch the video.