Sunday on the LA Courts: What You Need to Know

What You Need to Know

USC’s Cinderella Run Inspires LA Players

USC men’s tennis delivered the biggest jolt to the LA tennis scene this week, stunning No. 6 San Diego and marching into the NCAA Super Regionals. The Trojans’ grit in a marathon eight-hour battle reflects the relentless energy found every Sunday on courts from East LA to Santa Monica. Local players are buzzing about the Trojans’ achievement, with more weekend warriors channeling that same underdog mentality. As one enthusiastic player said after watching the match:

“USC’s win shows what’s possible when you stay tough on every point—we’re all looking to bring that fire to our own games.”

LA Tournament Spotlight: Mark Your Calendars

May brings a packed slate for Los Angeles tennis, with events for every level. The SCIAC Men's Tennis Championship wrapped with top collegiate action on local courts, and the ACG Los Angeles Spring Tennis Tournament is grabbing community-wide attention for its all-level, networking vibe at the iconic LA Tennis Club.

Event	Date	Location	Format
ACG LA Spring Tennis Tournament	May 22	LA Tennis Club	Doubles / Live Ball
SCIAC Men's Tennis Finals	May 2	Various LA courts	Collegiate Singles & Doubles
Cinco de Mayo RRSM	May 5	Chira Tennis Academy	USTA Level 6
40 & Over League Sectionals	May 16	Los Angeles	USTA Adult League

The ACG event (May 22, 1–5pm) is open to all skill levels, with both doubles and Live Ball rotations led by pros. Registration is $95 for members and $125 for non-members, increasing onsite. Only the LA Tennis Club is used for this event, a historic facility with a longstanding reputation for exceptional tennis—not squash or pickleball.

Neighborhood Court Guide: Griffith Park, Venice, Echo Park

LA’s outdoor tennis landscape remains the region’s heart: true indoor tennis courts are extremely rare, and public courts are the backbone. Griffith Park’s shaded hardcourts thrive with early risers and doubles leagues, while Venice Beach offers ocean breezes and a lively weekend crowd. Echo Park is a hotspot for free play and post-match hangs. Court quality is generally high after spring maintenance, though weekend mornings can bring heavy demand. In the words of one local regular:

“Griffith Park is unmatched for its community feel—you see every generation out here, from first-timers to league veterans.”

Neighborhood	Facility	Fee	Community Vibe
Griffith Park	Griffith Park Tennis Courts	Free–$12/hr	Welcoming, mixed-levels, open-play mornings
Venice Beach	Venice Beach Tennis Courts	Free	Active, social, ocean-adjacent
Echo Park	Echo Park Tennis Courts	Free	Grassroots, inclusive, youth clinics
Westwood	Westwood Recreation Center	$2–$8/hr	Students, families, tournament-ready

Facilities listed above are verified for tennis only—no racquetball, squash, or alternative sports—ensuring LA players always find a true tennis experience.

Solving LA’s Tennis Challenges

Court scarcity and finding tennis partners are LA’s two perennial challenges. With outdoor courts at a premium and traffic eating into play time, connecting with reliable partners is vital. PlayTennisLA continues to break down barriers with a free, citywide platform that matches players by skill, schedule, and neighborhood. The platform is helping Angelenos play more often, join group matches, and discover new courts—without the hassle of endless group texts or high club fees.

“I used PlayTennisLA and found a hitting partner in my own neighborhood in less than 24 hours. It’s a game-changer.”

• PlayTennisLA is 100% free—no hidden costs or paywalls
• Real-time partner matching means even last-minute games are possible
• Great for newcomers or veterans, with options to filter by level and location

Get in the Game

Whether you’re rallying at sunrise in Griffith Park, chasing drop shots on the Venice Beach asphalt, or gearing up for the next tournament, LA’s tennis heart beats stronger than ever. Sign up with PlayTennisLA today to find your perfect partner and keep the city’s tennis momentum rolling—all for free. For more on the digital revolution sweeping tennis in Los Angeles, visit /blog/finding-tennis-partners-in-la-the-digital-revolution-2025-05-04.