BEAUTIFICATION PROJECTS COMPLETED

If it’s been a while since you’ve been to Austin Tennis Academy, you need to go check out all the upgrades completed over the summer.

The first of the beautification projects to be undertaken was bringing in gorgeous river rock to be laid in certain areas around the facility, as well as permanent turf installed in once grassy areas. While these additions make a huge difference in how the grounds look, they also help in ATA’s efforts to conserve water and protect the environment.

Next up, resurfacing all 12 of the hard courts. This process saw crews working on a group of 3-4 courts at a time, grinding down the old court surface in order to first build new surfaces, then add the color surfaces.

It took more than a month for all the courts to be completed; then new nets were put up as well as new trash cans hung on each court.

Next, three portable buildings were set up in the tree-lined area behind ATA’s pro shop, gym and locker rooms. The portable buildings have been converted into classrooms to service ATA College Prep’s growing student body. Wooden steps and a wooden deck were built for the new classrooms.

There is also a large tent on the grounds to serve as a meeting place for Leadership and other school-related gatherings. Plus, two tents were set up, one next to court 12 the other next to court 7, to provide shade for viewing during tournaments.

With all the projects completed, Coach Jack Newman – CEO of Austin Tennis Academy – says
ATA is looking the best it ever has!