Today, the club gathered to honor longtime member John Salamida for his extraordinary generosity and dedication. John donated the funds needed to purchase the club’s new irrigation system in memory of his mother and grandparents, creating a lasting tribute to their legacy. Fellow members attended the special event to thank John and celebrate his meaningful contribution to the club and its future. Click to watch highlights from today’s special ceremony and celebration.

Fast, reliable stringing to keep your racquet match-ready — whether you’re chasing aces or just trying to keep the ball in play.

Let's welcome back Harry Lentz and Chris Mercogliano - our early morning court gurus!

On behalf of the Albany Tennis Club's BOARD OF DIRECTORS, I am pleased to inform you the ATC will open for the 2026 season on Saturday, May 16th at 9:00am!!!!

Of course, it is highly recommended you call the club phone (518) 438-8846 BEFORE you travel given the forecast for 2.5 days of rain in the Capital Region (Wednesday, Thursday, and half of Friday). An updated court report will be prepared by the staff at 6:30am on Saturday.

IF we are able to open this coming Saturday, then the club will likely be open from 9:00am to 6:00pm.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Best regards,

Larry Yakubowski
Albany Tennis Club
Manager

Click on the HERE to read "The Clay Before the Glory".

We contract annually with a vendor to prepare our clay courts for the upcoming season, but ATC volunteers, led by the indefatigable Steve Beditz, are already hard at work getting the club ready. From turning on the water and dialing in the irrigation system to setting up tables, benches, chairs, and a windscreen on the perimeter fence, from testing the court roller to mowing our fresh new grass on the median, our member volunteers will have the courts and the club ready for you to play. Stay tuned, the exact opening date will be announced.

As we celebrate National Tennis Month this May, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the lifelong joy and vitality the game can bring. One recent story from our own teaching team captures that spirit beautifully.

While teaching in Jamaica this past March, one of our teaching professionals, Jack Curry, had the pleasure of meeting an extraordinary player named Wolfgang, visiting from Frankfurt, Germany. At 91 years young, Wolfgang embodies the true essence of tennis longevity. He still plays twice a day, three to four times a week—and even makes time for golf on his days off.

Pictured here just after a 30-minute session with Jack, Wolfgang continues to refine his game with remarkable energy, focus, and enthusiasm. His dedication is a powerful reminder that tennis isn’t just a sport—it’s a lifelong pursuit that keeps both body and mind engaged.

Also joining them on court was Zuki, a local Jamaican Pro and friend, making the experience even more special.

Stories like Wolfgang’s inspire us all to pick up a racquet, stay active, and embrace the game for years to come.

Standing to the right of Wolfgang, Jack's friend, Zuki (from Jamaica) 

Are you new to the club? Do you need a few tennis friends? I'd like to help you. Set up an "orientation" with Larry Yakubowski for 20 minutes so he can assess your current skills and interests/goals on the tennis court. Email Larry@albanytennis.com to arrange an orientation.

The Friends of Albany Tennis Club Capital Campaign is still going strong, and you will see the results when you come to the club for the first time this season.

We’ve raised enough money to make significant improvements, including a new “Albany Tennis Club” banner welcoming players to the club, new tables, chairs, and umbrellas in the median, a new bottle-filling water fountain, new benches on the courts themselves, new scorecards on the nets, and additional fence hooks for hanging bags and backpacks. You will also see a new grass median, which was installed right after the close of the 2025 season. Plus, at the end of this season, we’ll be adding stone pavers at the club entrance and under the table seating areas. 

We could not have made these enhancements without the widespread support of our members. If you’d like to make a tax-deductible donation to the campaign, click here. We welcome and are grateful for any amount you choose to give.