Eastern Colorado Tennis Association
Mission Statement

The Eastern Colorado Tennis Association inspires academic excellence using tennis as a tool to teach important life skills such as leadership, discipline, teamwork, and responsibility through the sport of tennis.

The ECTA proudly partners as a not-for-profit NJTL (National Junior Tennis and Learning) organization, serving under the umbrella of USTA (United States Tennis Association), the governing body of tennis throughout the country.

We are dedicated to offering the sport of tennis to children and adults of all levels of play through proper instruction and training that will make the sport of tennis accessible and more fun for those interested in making tennis a part of their life.

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Kids who play tennis:

  • Are less likely to binge drink and smoke.
  • Are less likely to use drugs and get into trouble.
  • Are less likely to be overweight and at-risk for life-long health issues.
  • Learn about themselves and the etiquette of competition.
  • Can pick up competitive skills that will last them a lifetime.

About The ECTA Team:

Diane Brooks – Tennis Director

Diane Brooks posing near Pawnee Buttes

Diane Brooks grew up immersed in tennis, inspired by her father who sold Wilson tennis equipment and introduced her to the sport at age 9. Diane’s journey includes:

  • Winning state titles in USTA sixteens and under in Oregon and Washington
  • Competing nationally as part of the Northern California Section Team, winning their first and only national title
  • Teaching and directing tennis at renowned facilities, including the John Gardner Tennis Ranch, Beverly Hills Country Club, and Las Vegas Country Club
  • Working for the USTA in both Northern and Southern California
  • Currently works with the USTA Foundation and Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation

Diane has dedicated her entire career to tennis and now brings her passion and expertise to Colorado, inspiring local youth and setting an example for others to follow.

Paul Luna

Paul Luna’s journey to tennis began not on the court, but on the field—playing team sports in league after league. After years of teamwork, he realized he was ready for a new challenge and decided to pursue an individual sport. Faced with a choice between track, wrestling, and tennis, Paul chose tennis, even though he had never played before.

Paul stringing a tennis racquet

Determined to make the team, Paul spent an entire summer teaching himself the game, practicing relentlessly against a wall. His dedication paid off: he earned a spot on the team, playing number four singles, and helped his team reach the Southern Section CIF semifinals both years he competed.

Paul’s passion for tennis only grew from there. For decades, he played in tournaments and leagues, always seeking new competition. Despite his success as a self-taught player, Paul eventually realized he could reach even greater heights with professional guidance. Nearing 60, he took his first-ever tennis lesson from pro Larry Lewis—a transformative experience that deepened his understanding of the game. Inspired by this revelation, Paul decided to help others avoid the mistakes he made and began coaching, working alongside Larry to run the City of Fort Collins tennis program.

With encouragement from his mentor, Paul returned to his hometown of Fort Morgan to start his own tennis program. Today, he brings his lifelong love of tennis, his self-taught grit, and his commitment to learning and teaching to the Eastern Colorado Tennis Association, inspiring players of all ages to discover the joy and discipline of the sport.