Heart of America Athletic Conference to Host Inaugural Tennis Championships at Plaza Tennis Center

The Heart of America Athletic Conference is thrilled to announce the inaugural Heart of America Tennis Championships, to be held April 17-19, 2025, at the Plaza Tennis Center in Kansas City, Missouri.

Set amidst the iconic Country Club Plaza, this championship event will gather the top tennis talent from across the conference.

The Plaza Tennis Center, known for its facilities and ideal location in the heart of Kansas City's historic shopping and cultural district, offers a spectacular venue for student-athletes and spectators alike.

Hosting the Heart's first-ever tennis championship in such a setting underscores the conference's commitment to providing exceptional experiences for student-athletes and enhancing the reach of Heart sports.

"We are excited to bring our first tennis championships to a venue like the Plaza Tennis Center," said Nik Rule, Commissioner of the Heart of America Athletic Conference. "This event is a testament to the dedication and growth of tennis within our conference, and we look forward to seeing our teams compete at such a great location."

Competing in the Tennis Championship for both men and women are seven schools: Baker University, Grand View University, John Brown University, Missouri Baptist University, Missouri Valley College, William Woods University, and Texas Wesleyan University.

"We appreciate the Heart of America Conference selecting the Historic Plaza Tennis Center for their inaugural tennis championships and we look forward to welcoming everyone and witnessing some great tennis!" said Mary Buschmann, CEO & Executive Director of the United States Tennis Association - Missouri Valley.