Strategic Cooperation Between the Turkish Tennis Federation and the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation
Turkish Tennis Federation (TTF) and the Kazakhstan
Tennis Federation (KTF) have signed an important "Cooperation Protocol
(Memorandum of Understanding – MOU)" to support the development of tennis
and enhance the sharing of knowledge and experience.
The protocol was signed by Turkish Tennis Federation
President Şafak Müderrisgil and Kazakhstan Tennis Federation President Bulat
Utemuratov at the Almaty Open, an ATP tournament held in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
This agreement aims to further strengthen the strong
friendship and long-standing sports relations between the two countries, with
the goal of achieving common development objectives in the field of tennis.
Purpose and Scope of the Cooperation
The main purpose of the protocol is the comprehensive
development of the sport of tennis in both countries, the establishment of a
lasting cooperation model between the two federations, and the sharing of best
practice examples.
The main areas where the cooperation will be conducted are:
High-Performance Athlete and Coach Development: Joint
training camps, coach exchange programs, and the sharing of national team
experiences.
Youth and Junior Tennis: Joint projects for the
development of young talents in the 12, 14, and 16 & under categories.
Tournament Organization and Management: Sharing
knowledge and experience in the planning and management of national and
international tournaments.
Coach Education and Officiating: Mutual cooperation
on education systems, certification processes, and referee development.
Facility Management and Infrastructure Development:
The development and management of high-standard tennis centers.
Wheelchair Tennis and Mass Participation: Inclusive
projects for athletes with disabilities and the popularization of tennis
throughout society.
Implementation and Process Management
Both federations will appoint a coordinator for the
implementation of the agreement and will ensure the regular execution of
activities. The parties will meet at regular intervals to evaluate progress and
identify new cooperation opportunities. The protocol will be valid for a period
of three years from the date of signing.
A Shared Vision for Lasting Success in Tennis
With this agreement, the Turkish Tennis Federation and the
Kazakhstan Tennis Federation aim to build a strong sports bridge between the
two countries, contributing to the international development of tennis,
offering more opportunities to young athletes, and achieving lasting success.