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Indianapolis tennis legend Barbara Wynne dies at age 93

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 8:40 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Indianapolis tennis legend Barbara Wynne dies at age 93

Summary

Barbara Wynne, a prominent figure in Indianapolis tennis, died on July 18 at the age of 93. She was instrumental in developing grassroots tennis programs in Central Indiana, founding the North Side Tennis Club in 1964 and the Indianapolis Community Tennis Program. Her initiatives included the 'Kids Helping Kids' charity, which raised funds for Riley Hospital for Children. Wynne's contributions to tennis were recognized with multiple honors, including induction into the Indiana High School Coaches Hall of Fame and the United States Tennis Association Midwest Tennis Hall of Fame. A larger profile of her legacy is expected to be published in the IndyStar.

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•Barbara Wynne passed away on July 18, 2026, at 93 years old.
•She founded the North Side Tennis Club and Indianapolis Community Tennis Program.
•Her initiatives raised substantial funds for children’s health care.
•Wynne was recognized in multiple halls of fame for her contributions to tennis.
•A larger profile on her legacy will be published in the IndyStar.

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Indianapolis tennis pioneer Barbara Wynne passed away on July 18 at the age of 93. Her legacy in Central Indiana is undeniable and unmatched.
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