contentsoctober 2020 volume 55 | number 10 | parksandrecreation.org During the COVID-19 pandemic, tennis has allowed athletes to enjoy the outdoors and stay engaged with friends while staying safe. FEATURES 46 Glenn Harris: An Advocate for Racial Equity and Social Justice Vitisia Paynich Jon Solomon The president of the new Race Forward and publisher of Colorlines addresses the opportunity for park and recreation professionals to advance equitable practices in their communities. Learn how park and recreation professionals are emerging as key leaders in ensuring a more fair, just and inclusive model for youth sports leagues, especially during COVID-19 response and recovery. 50 Designing a Safe, Green Schoolyard 6 56 COVID-19 and the Changing Face of Youth Sports 62 Tennis Is Driving Success Barton Robison Mary Helen Sprecher In a community that has faced systemic racism, economic collapse and stark health disparities, the creation of a green schoolyard at a local elementary school represents a step toward a healthier, more equitable future. Three cities discuss how they have reconstructed, renovated and realigned their tennis facilities to achieve maximum impact and elevate community involvement through the sport. Parks & Recreation | O C TO B E R 2 02 0 | PA R K S A N D R E C R E AT I O N .O R G 2020 NRPA ANNUAL CONFERENCE: A VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE 68 Grand Avenue Park: The Heart of the Community for Nearly a Century 72 Education Highlights 74 Virtual Programming 75 Answering Your Questions About the 2020 NRPA Annual Conference: A Virtual Experience 76 Product Preview