Malika Andrews to Host USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation Gala

The gala serves as a primary funding vehicle for the USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation, which aims to dismantle geographic and financial barriers to the sport. Proceeds from the evening will support core initiatives including the Girls Rule the Court program, junior scholarships, and the ongoing refurbishment of public tennis infrastructure. Over the past three years, the foundation has invested $505,000 into 17 public venues to support a regional base of 1.4 million players.

Beyond the fundraising efforts, the evening will honor Vice Admiral Sean S. Buck, the retired 63rd Superintendent of the United States Naval Academy, with the 2026 Tennis Creates Impact Award. The foundation, which reached over 114,500 youth in 2025, continues to focus its resources on public park and school-based programs to ensure long-term community access to the sport.