USTA Eyeing Changes

Patrick McEnroe, the U.S. Davis Cup captain, is expected to become head of player development for the United States Tennis Assn., a source said.

McEnroe has been given high marks for his visibility and ability to step up the plans to include the younger generation of players in the Davis Cup pipeline. He will oversee a staff that is likely to include Paul Annacone, longtime coach of Pete Sampras.

In addition, James Blake has become the leading contender to join Andy Roddick as the second singles player for the Davis Cup relegation round against India later this month.

The team of Don Johnson and Jared Palmer moved ahead of twins Bob and Mike Bryan of Camarillo in the race for the doubles spot.