Lew Sherr, who has been at the helm of the U.S. Tennis Association since 2022, has been appointed as the New York Mets’ new president of business operations. He will transition from the USTA, where he has worked since 2010, until the end of June. Sherr expressed excitement about the Mets' ambitious plans under owners Steve and Alex Cohen, highlighting their community engagement initiatives and the development of a casino and entertainment district near Citi Field. His appointment follows the recent departures of several key Mets executives.
For right now, my focus is the smoothest possible transition. But I'm hugely excited about what's happening over there. (Mets owners) Steve and Alex Cohen have made a commitment to that team that is unrivaled in sports.
The energy around the team. The energy around what they're trying to do for the community with their foundation. The plans for the casino and the hotel and entertainment district.
Steve Cohen is among the bidders for three casino licenses to be awarded by the New York State Gaming Commission and has been lobbying to have the state legislature reclassify the parking lots adjacent to Citi Field.
The USTA has seen growth in tennis participation around the country, along with increases in U.S. Open attendance, sponsorships, and overall engagement during my time as CEO.
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