The WWTA Scholarship program supports our mission of promoting the game and spirit of tennis in Western Wake County. Although this is not a skills based award, the program supports the continued growth of youth skills in those showing dedication and promise, while also recognizing community involvement and volunteerism.

Applicants must live within the WWTA service area zip codes: 27502, 27511, 27512, 27513, 27518, 27519, 27523, 27526, 27539, 27540, 27560, 27592.

Additional scholarship and grant opportunities for youth and college students are also available through the USTA Foundation and Southern Tennis Foundation. For Wake County residents only, there is the Anthony Blackman Scholars College Scholarship and other opportunities through the NC Tennis Foundation.  Deadlines are typically earlier in the year than our WWTA Scholarships.

To be considered for the Elementary, Middle or High School scholarships, players must be nominated by their coach or pro. Coaches/pros can nominate deserving youth by submitting the online nomination form by March 15, 2026. Coach/pro nomination forms are below and live during the nomination period. Each nominee will then be notified and asked to submit an application by April 10, 2026.

Graduating Senior Scholarships do not require a nomination. Those individuals who would like to apply can do so using the link at the bottom of this page. Application is due by April 10, 2026. Transcripts and references must be postmarked by April 10, 2026.

The Scholarship Committee will review the applications and select the recipients. All nominees will receive notification of their status no later than May 8, 2026. Please email Scholarships for any additional information.

2026 WWTA Youth Scholarship Awards:

Elementary School Camp Scholarship – $250 – Coach/Pro Nomination Form

Grinder & Garcia Family Dentistry Middle School Camp Scholarship – $250 – Coach/Pro Nomination Form

High School Camp Scholarship – $250 – Coach/Pro Nomination Form

College Scholarship – $1,000 – up to 2 Awarded – College Scholarship Form

2026 WWTA Scholarship Recipients

Elementary School Scholarship:

Timothy Comer w/Coaches Mike Rayos & Bevan Hewitt

“Tim is a beast on court! He has a heart like Nadal and competes hard every time he sets foot on court. In our summer tennis camps he also assists us coaches whenever asked whether it be cleaning up after lunch or to help demonstrate the next drill. He always helps out and works hard with a huge smile on his face. Such a nice kid and deserving of some recognition..”

Middle School Scholarship:

August Hope w/Coach Val Stanford

“I met August several years ago at 8U program at CTP. August has been making  progress through programs, moving from red, to orange, green, and now yellow ball. He works hard, always positive, listens, and very coachable.

It is nice to watch kids’ dedication to the sport and see them improve while enjoying playing.”

High School Scholarship:

Sarvitha Saravanakannan w/Coach Stacie Fernstrum

“Sarvitha is one of the hardest workers I know. She sets goals for herself and puts in the time and effort to reach them. Like many high achievers, she can be tough on herself, but she’s learning to give herself grace and understand that growth matters more than perfection. Academically, she’s strong and takes real pride in doing well. She’s also my go-to whenever I have a tech issue—she figures things out quickly and is always willing to jump in and help. She has also volunteered in a youth tennis program and has been a ball kid during the Atlantic Tire Championship.”

High School Scholarship:

Sanjay Attur w/Coach Stacie Fernstrum

“Sanjay can fool you. He’s quiet and super serious on the court, locked in on every point. He thinks about his game a lot and is always looking for ways to improve from one match to the next. He’s the kind of player who reflects and adjusts. He’s also a solid teammate and someone the others respect. Being part of the Student Athlete Leadership Club fits him well — he leads more by example than by volume. On top of that, he’s a strong student and a hard worker in everything he does.”