Today, the Greater Midland Tennis Center (GMTC) announces additional facility advancements through generous investments from community foundations, private donors, members, and the United States Tennis Association (USTA). The enhancements will propel future economic growth, organizational sustainability, and deliver a better player and spectator experience.
These key improvements, which focus on player development and facility renovations, go along with the facility project announced at GMTC’s 50th Anniversary in July.
Players will experience cutting-edge smart court technology called Zenniz that delivers new levels of performance analytics and Electronic Line Calling to training and competitive play. Zenniz harnesses technology to help players elevate their game and improve overall experience. This technology enables GMTC to attract the highest-level USTA tournaments and remain a leader in the industry.
Zenniz installation was made possible in part by a donation from Jen and Rod Coleman, the parents of Ellie Coleman, the Midland native and tennis pro who recently won the women’s doubles title at the Antalya W35 ITF Tennis Tournament in Turkey. This awards Coleman her first professional championship. "Rod and I have been genuinely enthusiastic about the opportunity to help bring this technology to the Greater Midland Tennis Center,” stated Jen Coleman. “We believe this represents the future of tennis, offering a significant step forward, ensuring accuracy during matches. It is fitting that a world-class facility like the Center would be among the first to adopt this innovative technology, further enhancing its impact.”
Additionally, Ellie shared, “The Tennis Center has been instrumental in my career from the time I first picked up a racquet to winning my first professional tournament. The addition of Zenniz will provide performance-enhancing analytics and data that will give me an added edge to my training.”
With a focus on all tennis and pickleball enthusiasts, GMTC is thrilled to refresh its public spaces to bring greater comfort and enjoyment, whether a visitor is watching a match or simply relaxing with players and friends. In addition, GMTC employees will benefit from upgrades to business and office areas.
“These upgrades, to be complete by the end of January 2026, reflect our commitment to keeping GMTC as a premier tennis and pickleball destination for another 50 years,” commented Jeff Rekeweg, Executive Director of GMTC. “By leading the way in technology and focusing on what matters most – our members, guests, players, and the ability to host first-class events like the Dow Tennis Classic (February 15-22, 2026) - we’re setting a new standard for excellence. We're grateful for our community's continued support.”
For those who want a small piece of GMTC’s past as it prepares for the future, a public auction is underway now through January 7, 2026. The auction is available at: Greater Midland Tennis Center Online Renovation Auction.
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