To many Richard Williams is the best coach in tennis history after he has developed two great champions such as his daughters Serena (23 slams) and Venus (7 slams).  Serena and Venus have also won 14 slams together.

The statement

The ATA President Willie Emerson released the following statement

“The ATA has had a rich and colorful history, and we will be honoring our past while focusing on the strategic plans for the next 100 years for Black Tennis in America. This is an exciting year, and we have many exciting events planned.
  
Williams will be recognized for his success as a coach to his Compton-born daughters, who have received numerous accolades for their successes in the Summer Olympics and Grand Slam tournaments,” the ATA says. “For about 20 years, the sisters have steadily been credited as top-of-the-line tennis players, with Serena leading as number one. When paired together in double tournaments, the two are practically undefeatable and have won 22 out of 23 titles.” 

The induction will be held on August the 2nd during the ATA’s Centennial Celebration Gala.

Absolutely deserved.