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North Carolina Tennis StaffThe North Carolina Tennis Association (NCTA), a not-for-profit organization, is the state affiliate of the United States Tennis Association in North Carolina and is commonly referred to as USTA North Carolina. The NCTA was founded in 1973 and since that time has focused on its singular mission: To promote and develop the game of tennis in North Carolina. The NCTA administers a variety of programs statewide for players of all ages and ability levels. As a not-for-profit organization, the association invests 100% of its proceeds to promote and develop the growth of tennis in North Carolina. There are currently over 34,000 USTA members residing in North Carolina. A professional staff housed in Greensboro carries out the NCTA's daily operations, but policy is formed and much of the organization's work is executed via a Board and committee structure of volunteers. The following is a very brief outline of each staff member's main responsibilities. All staff members are in the NCTA office unless otherwise noted. 2010 NC Tennis Staff
Back Row: Chris Bryce, Amy Franklin, Cy King Staff Responsibilties
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Kelly Gaines – Executive Director. All aspects of the NCTA. Kelly handles specific questions on NCTA and NCTF Board policies. Also, Kelly is the person who handles questions for junior competition. 
Gwenda Priest – Executive Assistant. Gwenda serves as the primary phone and visitor receptionist. She assists the Executive Director in office operations. She responds to requests for information and directs calls to staff members dealing with specific programs. 
Jane Scott – Director of Tournaments & Competition. Jane handles the day-to-day operations of sanctioned tournaments and officials. 
Mary Lloyd Barbera – Director of Marketing, Membership, and Special Events. Mary Lloyd coordinates special events and is responsible for the promotion of all tennis programs in North Carolina including USTA Team Tennis, USTA School Tennis and USTA League Tennis. She is also responsible for marketing, sponsorship, advertising and member benefits. 
Marianna Dunn – Marketing, Promotions and Communications Coordinator. Marianna oversees the content management and daily upkeep of 
Chris Bryce – Director of Adult League Tennis. Chris handles all aspects related to adult & senior leagues in North Carolina, including: USTA League Adult/Senior, USTA League Mixed Doubles, USTA League Super Seniors, Southern Combo Doubles & NCTA Singles League. 
Jenny Phelps - Adult Leagues Events Coordinator. Jenny works with the Director of Adult Leagues in the development, coordination and expansion of new and existing adult leagues through Parks and Recreation Departments, Community Tennis Associations and private clubs. She also assists in the running of the Adult League State Championships, which includes coordinating team registration, hotel and site preparations. She serves as the State Coordinator for the USTA Southern RBC Flex League. 
Amy Franklin – Director of Community Development, Outreach & Training. Amy is responsible for all aspects of Community Development, and primarily works with Community Tennis Associations and Grants. She is a member of USTA's National Adjunct Faculty and helps provide training and workshops to interested community groups. Amy Franklin and Daniel Abrahao work as a team for all the community development projects. 
Marusa Pogacnik - Community Program Coordinator. Marusa serves as the Jr. Team Tennis coordinator, overseeing USTA Jr. Team Tennis programs throughout the state. She is also responsible for USTA School Tennis, NJTL, and Tennis on Campus programs. In these roles, Marusa promotes and develops tennis pathway programs through Allied Organizations, Schools, Parks and Recreation Departments, Community Tennis Associations, private clubs and all other interested parties. She also holds trainings using the QuickStart 
Cy King - NC Tennis Service Representative.