Happy Pride from the GLTA: Celebrating Community, Inclusion, and Global Play!
Happy Pride Day to our incredible global tennis family!
Today, as rainbows fly proud and high across the world, Pride Tennis Worldwide, Inc. (GLTA) stands together to celebrate how far we’ve come, the vibrant community we’ve built, and the bright future we are continuing to create—both on and off the court.
From the Pride Parades to the Gay Games
This year’s Pride feels exceptionally vibrant, as so many of our players, supporters, and friends are currently on the ground representing the GLTA at the Gay Games!
To everyone competing, volunteering, and cheering right now: we see you, we are incredibly proud of you, and we are sending you endless energy from every corner of the globe. You are a living embodiment of what Pride is all about—shattering barriers, showcasing excellence, and uniting our global community through the universal language of sport. Bring home the gold, but more importantly, soak in every single moment of that unparalleled camaraderie.
Our Core Message: Everyone is Welcome
Whether you are currently competing on the world stage at the Gay Games, playing in a local GLTA tournament, or just picking up a racquet for the very first time, our message to you remains unwavering: Everyone is welcome.
Tennis has historically been a sport defined by strict traditions, but the GLTA was built to open the gates wide. We don’t care about your skill level, your age, your gender identity, or who you love.
At the GLTA, inclusion isn’t just a policy—it’s our baseline.
We are proud to provide a safe, competitive, and joy-filled space where you can bring your authentic self to the baseline. Every time you step onto a GLTA court, you are part of a family that celebrates you exactly as you are.
Looking Ahead
As we celebrate today, let’s carry the spirit of Pride and the energy of the Gay Games forward into the rest of the season. Let’s keep cheering each other on, making new friends across borders, and ensuring that our tournaments remain the most welcoming spaces in the sporting world.
To our athletes at the Games: smash those aces! To our community worldwide: have a safe, beautiful, and joyous Pride Day.
With Pride and Love,
The GLTA Team
