Welcome to Houston!
On behalf of the Houston Tennis Club (HTC) and Tournament Directors TJ Weaver and Samantha Cruz, we’re thrilled to welcome you to HOUTEX44!
We’re so excited to have you join us for an unforgettable weekend in Houston — full of tennis, friends, and fun. Whether you’re here to compete, cheer, or celebrate, we hope you enjoy every match, every moment, and every margarita.
This page is your hub for everything happening during the tournament weekend. You’ll find key details, schedules, and event highlights below. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us in person or via email at houtex@houstontennisclub.org
Welcome Party
Kick off the weekend at our Welcome Party at Boheme!
Pick up your player goodie bag, reconnect with friends, and meet your first-round opponents (buy them a drink — or maybe get them tipsy 😉). Enjoy discounted beverages, grab a bite to eat, and soak up the vibes as we start HOUTEX44 in true Houston fashion.
Thursday, November 13 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Opening Day of Play
The tournament begins at Memorial Park Tennis Center! Please check your match times on the GLTA website and make sure to check in 15 minutes before your match.
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Regular scoring: best of 3 sets, with a 10-point super tiebreak for split sets.
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Light breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
Let’s get those first wins and first tan lines of the weekend!
Friday, November 14 | 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
Semifinals & Consolation Play
Second day of play at Memorial Park Tennis Center! Please check your match times on the GLTA website and make sure to check in 15 minutes before your match.
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Regular scoring: best of 3 sets, with a 10-point super tiebreak for split sets.
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Consolation matches play a 8 game pro-set, no ad.
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Light breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
Fuel up and get ready for another exciting day of competition and community!
Saturday, November 15 | 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
HOUTEX44 Banquet
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars at our banquet at the Houston Museum of Natural Science | Morian Hall of Paleontology!
Enjoy appetizers, dinner, and beverages, plus our silent auction, raffle, and a stellar performance by the one and only Silky Nutmeg Ganache.
Dress to impress, bring your tips for the show, and don’t forget to support this year’s beneficiary — The Mahogany Project — through our various fundraising activities, including the silent auction and raffle for entries to other GLTA tournaments!
Saturday, November 15 | 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
Finals & Trophies Ceremony
The last day of play at Memorial Park Tennis Center! Please check your match times on the GLTA website and make sure to check in 15 minutes before your match.
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Regular scoring: best of 3 sets, with a 10-point super tiebreak for split sets.
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Light breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
Join us for the finals and trophy presentations as we celebrate our champions and wrap up another fantastic year of HOUTEX.
Sunday, November 16 | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Support Our Cause
This year’s tournament proudly supports The Mahogany Project, an organization dedicated to uplifting and protecting Houston’s Black and trans communities.
If you’d like to make a monetary donation, you can do so by clicking the button below. Every contribution — big or small — makes a difference.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
HOUTEX44 wouldn’t be possible without the incredible generosity of our sponsors and supporters.
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And a heartfelt thank-you to all of our volunteers and Houston Tennis Club family for their dedication, energy, and love — both on and off the court.
See the Memories
Check out the action photos from this year’s tournament:
See You Next Year!
Thank you for making HOUTEX44 out of this world. We can’t wait to welcome you back for HOUTEX45!
With gratitude,
TJ & Sam
Tournament Directors
