The 2025 River City Slam concluded another memorable weekend of wheelchair tennis in Richmond, Virginia. Hosted by Sportable and sanctioned by both the USTA and ITF, the tournament drew domestic and international athletes, solidifying its reputation as one of the premier events on the wheelchair tennis calendar.

In the Men’s Singles main draw, Conner Stroud (USA) claimed the title with a 7–6, 6–1 victory over Thomas Venos (CAN), highlighting his blend of power and consistency. Stroud then paired with Tomas Majetic (USA) to win the Men’s Doubles title, defeating Venos and Maximus Wong (USA) 6–2, 1–6, 10–6 in the final.

In the Men’s Singles consolation draw, Jacob Wald (USA) claimed victory with a 6–1, 7–6 win over Chris Thomas (USA) in the final. The bracket offered additional match play for early-round competitors and highlighted the depth of the tournament’s competitive field.

On the women’s side, Maylee Phelps (USA) completed a dominant campaign in the Women’s Singles round-robin by going undefeated, including a 6–2, 6–2 win over Natalia Lanucha (CAN). In the Women’s Doubles final, Lanucha and Beth Redford (USA) claimed the title with a 6–7, 1–6 victory over Clara Kesler (USA) and Phelps.

Quad Singles was contested in round-robin format, where veteran Greg Hasterok (USA) clinched the division with commanding wins over Ryan Beale (USA) and Hisham Mohammad (CAN), underscoring his control and experience throughout the weekend.

The junior spotlight shone on rising Tomas Majetic (USA), who captured the Boys’ Singles title with a strong performance over Maximus Wong (USA) in the final. The youth division continues to be a cornerstone of the River City Slam’s mission to develop the next generation of wheelchair tennis stars.

Domestic USTA competition was equally fierce.

In the A Singles division, Caiden Baxter earned the title over Gerardo Chomba, 4–6, 7–5, [10–4]. In A Doubles, Henry Reyes and Matthew Nadauld were crowned champions after defeating Geoffrey Kent and Grayson Fox, 6–0, 6–3.

Spencer Davis captured the B Singles title over Devan Curet, 4–6, 6–4, [11–9], while Edel Gray Ulloa and Hannah Exline teamed up to win B Doubles with an 8–1 victory over Christopher Lamps and Beale.

In C Singles, Patrick Bower emerged victorious over Jordan Bates, 6–4, 2–6, [10–8], while Bates returned to the court alongside Scott Therrell to claim the C Doubles title against Bower and Sivashankar Sivakanthan, 4–6, 6–3, [10–8].

Dainer Robinson claimed the D Singles crown over Taylor Roberts, 8–3, and joined forces with Matthew Wolinsky to finish as finalists in D Doubles. Carter Hillman and Phelps earned the championship in that division with wins of 8–6 and 8–5 in round-robin play.

Tournament Director Forrest Lodge expressed deep pride in the event’s continued growth. “Every year the River City Slam becomes more meaningful—not just for the athletes, but for the entire adaptive sports community in Richmond,” he said. “We’re creating a space where youth players, Paralympians, and everyone in between can compete with intensity and dignity.”

The event also welcomed first-time international entrants from Canada and Peru, signaling continued interest from players beyond U.S. borders. Organizers emphasized that the River City Slam offers not only competitive opportunities but also travel support and hospitality that make it accessible to a wider pool of athletes. Lodge noted, “From volunteers to sponsors to our fans in the stands, this event is a true team effort. Richmond has embraced wheelchair tennis in a way that’s truly special.”

With increased participation, international entries, and a format blending USTA and ITF competition, the River City Slam continues to thrive as a pivotal event on the wheelchair tennis calendar—offering athletes a premier experience rooted in development, inclusivity, and competition.

Additional photos from the event may be found here: https://photos.wheelchairsportsfederation.org/2025-River-City-Slam