Tennis Talk
November 2025
Hello Members of The Orlando Tennis Centre
Welcome back to another edition of OTC Tennis Talk! We're here to keep you informed about all the latest happenings at the Orlando Tennis Centre. This fall, we’re excited to share some important updates, upcoming programs and seasonal highlights.
Welcome to the team- Louis Bolling!
We’re excited to welcome Louis Bolling as the new Manager of the Orlando Tennis Centre! A Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) certified teaching professional, Louis brings more than 20 years of experience as a Division I tennis player, coach, educator and community leader.
He has worked with parks and recreation departments nationwide to grow youth sports and inclusive programming. Before joining the Orlando Tennis Centre, Louis served at the United States Tennis Association (USTA) as Manager of Schools Tennis (K–12) and earlier as Manager of Community Outreach, helping bring tennis to thousands of students.
A Philadelphia native, he is a Morgan State University graduate, holds a Master of International Sports Management from Guilford College and is also a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP). We’re excited to have Louis on board and look forward to his leadership and vision at OTC!
Save the date! DJTC / OTC Holiday Tournament
Get ready to serve up some fun! The Denton Johnson Tennis Corporation (DJTC) and the Orlando Tennis Centre (OTC) are hosting the Holiday Tournament from December 12–14, 2025.
- Free youth clinic on Saturday morning, open to players of all skill levels
- Showcase your skills and enjoy friendly competition
- Celebrate the season with fellow tennis enthusiasts
For more information or to sign up, visit orlando.gov/signup and select Sports under the Activities menu.
Winter Warm-Up
As temperatures drop, a proper warm-up becomes even more important to prevent injury and improve performance.
- Dress in layers and keep your hands, ears, and joints warm
- Begin with five minutes of light cardio (jogging, jumping jacks, or high knees)
- Follow with dynamic stretches like arm circles, leg swings, torso twists, and lateral shuffles
- Finish with shadow swings or light serves to prepare your muscles for play
- Keep moving between games to stay warm, and remember to hydrate—even in cool weather!
Everything you need to know about League Season
League season is here at OTC! Here's everything you need to know to stay in the loop.
- All current leagues have been approved and are now in progress
- All morning league teams will play at the facility Tuesday-Friday with warm-ups starting at 9 a.m. and matches starting promptly at 9:30
- OTC evening league play will begin at 7 p.m. and must be completed by 9 p.m.
- League team members are not permitted to reserve additional courts or warm up times on the day of their scheduled league matches. These courts are prioritized for use by community members.
- All league members must sign and adhere to the OTC League Team Guidelines throughout the entirety of the league season.
December and January Highlights:
As we head into the winter season, here’s what’s coming up at the Orlando Tennis Centre and around our community:
December
- Holiday Tournament – December 12–14, hosted by DJTC & OTC
- Special Events at The Grove:
- Holiday Pops – December 12
- A Walk for Change – December 13
- YMCA Jingle Jog – December 13
January
- Ladies Night returns! Join us for an evening of tennis, fitness, and fun
- New Yoga Program to support wellness, flexibility, and recovery
- Expanded Clinic Programs for youth and adults—more opportunities to learn, play, and connect
Looking Ahead
Sculpture Installation planned for Spring/Summer 2026, enhancing the OTC walkway and overall atmosphere
Stay tuned for even more programs, partnerships, and facility updates in the months ahead!