Four Weekends. 36 Teams. Eight Champions.

A huge round of applause to all 36 teams from the Charlotte Metro League who competed with heart, grit, and determination. Over the course of four weekends, players battled through intense match-ups and nail-biting finishes—showcasing incredible teamwork and sportsmanship.

A special congratulations to the eight teams who emerged as state champions! These teams will go on to represent North Carolina at the USTA Southern Sectional Championships. Follow these winning teams as they advance to Sectional Championships over the next several months. Click here for the USTA Southern calendar of events.

Congratulations to the following state champions: 

18 & Over 3.0
Captain: Leidys Pinzon
Life Time Athletic
18 & Over 5.0
Captain; Diana West
Park Road Park
40 & Over 3.0
Captain: Tricia Magee
Carmel
40 & Over 3.5
Captain: Mary Eshleman
Providence Plantation Racquet & Swim Club
40 & Over 4.0
Captain: Carol Childress
Jeff Adams Tennis Center
40 & Over 4.5
Captain: Michael Waleski
Hornets Nest Park
65 & Over 3.0
Captain: Jeff Morse
JCC
65 & Over 3.5
Captain: Giles Beal
Gaston Country Club

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