Skip and Cindy Hogan Tennis Center

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December 15, 2025

SKIP AND CINDY HOGAN TENNIS CENTER RENTAL INQUIRY FORM

YEAR OPENED: 2003 (MAJOR RENOVATION: JANUARY 2022)

SPORTS: MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TENNIS

Perched at the west end of the University of San Diego's stunning campus, the Skip and Cindy Hogan Tennis Center stands as a testament to Torero tennis excellence and the transformative power of vision and generosity. What began in 2003 as an eight-court facility has evolved into one of the premier collegiate tennis venues in the nation, following a comprehensive $6.5 million renovation unveiled in January 2022.

The renovation brought eight fully resurfaced courts, now known as the Lester T. Vesell Championship Courts, alongside chairback grandstand seating that creates an intimate yet electric atmosphere for fans. But the crown jewel of the project was the program's first-ever clubhouse — a state-of-the-art space featuring locker rooms, a comfortable lounge, and dedicated study areas where student-athletes can balance their pursuit of excellence both on the court and in the classroom. The facility also includes an athletic training room to serve visiting teams, advanced infrastructure for live streaming all home matches, and a video scoreboard that brings a professional feel to every competition.

The renovation was made possible through the extraordinary generosity of Skip and Cindy Hogan, whose commitment to Torero tennis has created a lasting legacy. Court One was dedicated to longtime head coach Sherri Stephens, who has led USD to 13 NCAA Tournament appearances as the longest-tenured women's coach in university history. The facility honors both the past and the future — a fitting tribute to a program built on excellence.

Since the reopening, the Hogan Tennis Center has become a fortress for Torero tennis. The women's program has flourished, advancing to back-to-back NCAA Tournament second rounds in 2024 and 2025, capturing their first WCC Regular Season Championship in 2025, and reaching consecutive WCC Tournament finals. The men's team has been equally dominant, earning a No. 7 national ranking in 2025 and making program history by hosting NCAA Tournament matches at the Hogan Tennis Center for the first time — a milestone that underscored the facility's elite status.

The venue has also cemented its reputation as a premier host site, welcoming NCAA West Regional Championships, West Coast Conference Championships, and numerous USD Invitationals. With sweeping views from the hillside courts and world-class amenities throughout, the Skip and Cindy Hogan Tennis Center provides an unmatched home-court advantage for the Toreros.

Whether it's a heated WCC battle, an NCAA Tournament showdown, or a nationally ranked opponent coming to town, the Hogan Tennis Center delivers an experience that honors the legacy of Torero tennis while pointing boldly toward the future. In this corner of America's Most Beautiful Campus, champions are made, and history continues to unfold.

Court No. 1 honors Sherri Stephens, who coached USD's women's tennis team for 38 years, making her the longest tenured women's coach in university history. A Phoenix, Arizona native, Stephens was a nationally ranked junior player, then played collegiately at the University of Arizona. At USD, Stephens led the Toreros to 13 NCAA Tournament appearances, a 2012 WCC championship and guided Zuzana Lesenarova to the 1999 NCAA singles title, the only national championship in USD history.
Court No. 2 honors Nancy Ellen McNamee, the mother of former USD player Jim McNamee. With few tennis clubs in the Seattle area, McNamee drove her son three hours a day so that he could hone his forehand and backhand. She was a selfless woman whose three children always came first. McNamee symbolizes all the players in the USD program who were blessed with loving parents and families that supported the pursuit of their passion.
Court No. 3 honors the 1987 men's tennis team, the Toreros' first nationally ranked team in the Division I era. The 1987 team was ranked as high as 17th in the nation and upset No. 1 Stanford and No. 5 Pepperdine. The team was coached by Ed Collins and featured players Jim McNamee, Dave Stewart, Scott Partridge, Chris Smith, JR Edwards, Dan Mattera, Curtis Dadian, Rick Matheson, Mark Farren, Rob McKay and Pete Choi. The McNamee family designation honors Jackson and Carolina McNamee of Laguna Niguel, CA.
Court No. 4 honors Ed Collins, a native San Diegan who served as USD's men's tennis coach from 1978 to 1996, steering the Toreros into the Division I era. USD was ranked in the Top 25 for 10 years under Collins. His record was 350-190. Collins' highest ranked team rose to 12th in the nation in 1990. That squad won the WCC title and was led by four-time All-American Jose Luis Noriega. Collins created his own academy and is credited with helping more than 25,000 players learn the game.
Court No. 5 honors Gregg M. Tolton, a 1969 USD graduate who earned a B.A. of Arts and Sciences as a history major. Tolton was a USD scholar-athlete who adopted a philosophy that enabled him to succeed academically, athletically, professionally and throughout life. Tolton's tenet: "Always strive to do your best on and off the court."
Court No. 7 honors Donald Daniels, a 1979 USD graduate with a B.A. of Arts and Sciences as a history major. Dedicated to his love and passion for USD tennis, Daniels adopted a mantra that he lived his life by: "Faith, gratitude and determination." One of his favorite Bible verses was 2 Timothy 4:7 – "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."
Court No. 8 honors Tom Hagedorn. Hagedorn coached the men's tennis program for 11 seasons beginning in 1996 with the Toreros compiling 10 winning seasons. Under Hagedorn's watch USD advanced to the NCAA Tournament four straight seasons (2003-2006). Hagedorn coached Pierrick Ysern, who in 2005 was the runner-up in the NCAA Division I singles final. Hagedorn's legacy extends far beyond the tennis courts and USD. He inspired the entire community before passing away in 2009 after a courageous battle with leukemia. He was 43.
Jack and Allyson McGrory are a father/daughter team whose passion runs deep for the University of San Diego. Jack, having been a tennis and basketball scholar-athlete at Colgate University, a former Marine Corps Lieutenant stationed at Camp Pendleton, and a long-time executive at the City of San Diego, now is the CEO of La Jolla MJ Management, LLC, a real estate investment company. He also serves on multiple boards, including the Cal State University Board of Trustees. He has been an instrumental and an influential part of the growth of San Diego and is considered a philanthropist and change maker. Both he and Allyson each earned a degree in their respective fields, Jack a Law Degree and Allyson a degree in Business Administration from USD. Allyson also is in partnership with her father serving as the Chief Operating Office of La Jolla MJ Management, LLC and has followed in his philanthropic footsteps.

YEAR OPENED: 2003 (MAJOR RENOVATION: JANUARY 2022)

SPORTS: MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TENNIS

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