Our Mission
Founded in 2009, the Pete Brown Junior Tennis Program (PBJTP) is a 501c3 non-profit organization based in Los Angeles California. Based at the Harvard Park Tennis Center, our mission is to grow and promote junior tennis as a platform for developing character, physical fitness and lifetime achievement. PBJTP offers our participants opportunities and support to reach their highest potential through tennis, education and community.
We are deddicated to training diverse community youth in grades Pre-K through 12th grade in the sport of tennis. Pete Brown Jr. Tennis Program's mission is grown and promote junior tennis as a platform for developing character, physical fitness, and lifetime achievement. PBJTP offeres participants opportunities and support to reach their highest potential through tennis, education, and community.
We offer after-school and weekend tennis, academic and mentoring programs at no charge to children who are willing to work hard in school and on the tennis court. We help our children reach their full potential and use their PBJTP experience to help them go to college, earn a degree which is essential for future success.
We Are...
Grateful
To be here
Respectful
To everyone
Open
To learn
Willing
To work
Founder (decreased 2009)
For over 40 years the late Ulysses "Pete" Brown displayed a loyal and loving commitment to the children of South Central LA. His dedication to enrich children's lives continues today through the PBJTP as we understand the importance of helping children blossom to their full potential. After his passing in 2009, the PBJTP was formed to continue his mission of providing a safe and positivie place for young people who have the desire to learn and excel at the game of tennnis.
Our Coaching Team
Leadership Team
Founder (decreased 2009)
For over 40 years the late Ulysses "Pete" Brown displayed a loyal and loving commitment to the children of South Central LA. His dedication to enrich children's lives continues today through the PBJTP as we understand the importance of helping children blossom to their full potential. After his passing in 2009, the PBJTP was formed to continue his mission of providing a safe and positivie place for young people who have the desire to learn and excel at the game of tennnis.
Executive Director & CEO
In 2009 when Coach Brown got sick and ultimately passed away, Marty took over as the CEO and Executive Director of the PBJTP and has been "paying it forward" ever since keeping the mission and legacy of Coach Brown alive and well. Marty has been instrumental in promoting and developing tennis along with academics within the community while making a long-lasting impact on the children of South Central with the game of tennis he loves so dearly.
Secretary
Engineering
Finance
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With over two decades of excellence, PBJTP has produced dozens of tournament champions, college athletes, and passionate tennis enthusiasts. Join our growing community today.
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