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The 3rd Annual Play It Forward Tennis Tournament

WHAT:
An event where family and friends can come together to support the fight against cancer, supporting women's cancer research at VCU Massey Cancer Center.


WHEN:

Sunday, October 22, 2023, 12 - 7pm

Juniors Skills Challenge

  • For ages 10-14 years old.
  • 12 - 1pm Check-in opens at 11:45 am.


Ladies Doubles Tournament

  • Check-in opens at 12:30 pm and event play will begin promptly at 1:00 pm*.
    • *Start time will vary upon level of play.
    • Email communication will be sent prior to the event with confirmed start time.


WHERE:

Courtside West Racquet and Fitness
1145 Gaskins Rd,
Richmond, VA 23238


REGISTRATION:
 

Ladies Round Robin Tournament

  • The $100.00 registration fee is a 100% donation to the Women & Wellness Fund at VCU Massey Cancer Center.
  • Participants may either donate the total registration cost themselves, or fundraise to meet the $100 amount (or a combination of both).
  • A maximum of 48 player spots are available.


Juniors Skills Challenge

  • The $50.00 registration fee is a 100% donation to the Women & Wellness Fund at VCU Massey Cancer Center.
  • Participants may either donate the total registration cost themselves, or fundraise to meet the $50 amount (or a combination of both).
  • A maximum of 18 player spots are available.
  • Players must be between ages of 10 and 14 years old.


Donations:

All donations are accepted and greatly appreciated! If you would like to make a straight donation to benefit Massey without registering for the event, please select the “DONATE” button on Play It Forward’s home page and fill in the required information.

Players and non-players are welcome to create a peer-fundraising profile to Play it Forward, and raise funds to fight for a future without cancer!


Personal Campaigns:

Every registrant has their own “personal campaign” within their account. Be more than just a participant by sharing your story and motivation to participate in this year’s Play It Forward!


Event Features:

  • Family friendly
    • Snacks, and refreshments will be available for participants and audience members.
    • Free Parking available near courts.
  • Round Robin Tennis Play
    • ​Particpants will be paired based on their experience level as reported in the registration form.
    • Winners will receive a prize from one of our generous sponsors.
    • Scoring will be the responsibility of the individual players. Tournament volunteers will track the progress of each team.
  • Juniors Skills Challenge
    • ​Participants must be between ages 10 and 14 years old.
    • Players will receive instruction from Courtside West Tennis Pro
  • ​Silent Auction
    • ​A silent auction will take place throughout the event, and winners will be announced at the end.​
    • The silent auction will be available online. Stay tuned for more details
      • ​If you are interested in donating an item to the silent auction, please email Meghan Zapiec at mzapiec@vcu.edu


What to bring:

  • Tennis Shoes and Racket
  • Appropriate athletic clothing
  • A FUN attitude!
 

Volunteering:

Interested in volunteering? Great! We would greatly appreciate your support.
Please visit the link below to sign up as a volunteer and for more information about volunteering at this event.

 

Volunteer Sign-Up: email Meghan Zapiec at mzapiec@vcu.edu

 

Sponsorship:

Thank you to our Event Partners and Sponsors: