New York Junior Tennis & Learning Announces Tecnifibre as Official Racquet Sports Partner
New partnership will expand access to high-quality equipment, elevate coaching resources, and support events for thousands of NYC youth
New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL), the nation’s largest youth tennis and education nonprofit, announced a new multi-year partnership with Tecnifibre, which will become NYJTL’s Official Racquet Sports Partner. This collaboration with a global leader in racquet sports equipment will strengthen programming at NYJTL’s Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning in the Bronx and enhance access to world-class racquet-sport equipment for youth and families citywide.
Cary Leeds Center coaching staff and select NYJTL program participants will receive packages including racquets, strings, grips, bags, and other essentials. Tecnifibre will provide NYJTL with customized pricing on racquets, strings, apparel, and bags, and the partnership will also include a discount for NYJTL players.
Tecnifibre will strengthen NYJTL’s mission by sourcing used racquets, demo equipment, and other gear for community programming, helping ensure that young people can participate regardless of financial barriers. Tecnifibre will also serve as a sponsor of the NYJTL Mayor Dinkins Cup, the largest free junior interscholastic tennis competition in the nation, with players from all over New York City representing public, parochial, and private schools.
“NYJTL is committed to making high-quality tennis instruction accessible to all young people and this partnership with Tecnifibre allows us to deepen that commitment,” said Udai Tambar, President & CEO of NYJTL. “From our year-round programs at the Cary Leeds Center to our free citywide tennis offerings, Tecnifibre’s support will help New York City youth build confidence, stay active, and experience the joy of tennis.”
“We are thrilled to partner with NYJTL and support the incredible work they do across the New York metro area,” said Thomas Guerre, CEO of Tecnifibre USA. “Tecnifibre’s mission is to unlock every player’s potential, and we’re proud to play even a small role in helping advance NYJTL’s mission. NYJTL is a remarkable organization, led by inspiring people who create opportunities for thousands of young players while growing the game of tennis in a meaningful and lasting way. At the heart of what we all do is a genuine love for the sport so it is wonderful to work together with NYJTL.”
About New York Junior Tennis & Learning
New York Junior Tennis & Learning is the largest nonprofit youth tennis and education organization in the nation, reaching more than 90,000 young people each year through afterschool programs, community tennis, mental-health and wellness supports, and college-pathway initiatives. NYJTL’s mission is to develop the character of young people through tennis and education. The Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning in the Bronx is NYJTL’s flagship hub and a vital community anchor. Learn more at nyjtl.org.
About Tecnifibre
Founded in 1979, Tecnifibre is a leading tennis brand dedicated to serving players through innovation, precision, and performance. Known globally for its leadership in strings, Tecnifibre has expanded into a full range of high-performance tennis equipment including racquets, balls, apparel, and accessories. Trusted by elite professionals and developing players alike, Tecnifibre’s mission is to unlock every player’s potential by providing the most advanced and technically precise products in the game. Tecnifibre is part of the Lacoste Group.
