Three Charlotte Teams Advance to the USTA Mixed Doubles Sectional Championship

September 15, 2026

The Charlotte Tennis Association advanced 13 teams to the USTA Mixed Doubles State Championship this past weekend. Three of those teams won their divisions and earned a spot to compete at the Sectional Championships.

Congratulations to the following division champions:

· 18 & Over 3.5: Olya Banchik and Madelaine LeBlanc, captains — LifeTime

· 18 & Over 4.5: Chris Gardner, captain — Alexander Street Park

· 40 & Over 3.5: Frank Grindle, captain — Weddington Swim & Racquet Club

Good luck to these three teams who are advancing to the Sectional Championship being held in Memphis, TN, September 25–28, where they will compete against teams representing the nine Southern states.

18 & Over 3.5
Captain: Olya Banchik
Life Time Athletic

18 & Over 4.5
Captain: Chris Gardner
Alexander Street Park

40 & Over 3.5
Captain: Frank Grindle
Weddington Swim & Racquet Club

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