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| Gabriela Dabrowski and Sharon Fichman converse during Fed cup play |
TENNIS CANADA ANNOUNCES 2015 FED CUP TEAM
Tennis Canada announced Wednesday that Gabriela Dabrowski (Ottawa, ON), Sharon Fichman (Toronto, ON), Charlotte Robillard-Millette (Blainville, Quebec) and Françoise Abanda (Montreal, QC), will represent Canada for the team’s Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group first round tie against the Czech Republic on February 7 and 8, 2015. The tie will be played at PEPS on the campus of Laval University in Quebec City.
For her part, Abanda will be making her first Fed Cup appearance. The 17-year-old is currently ranked no. 202 on the WTA rankings and has already won her first pro Challenger title. Fichman, ranked no. 135 in the world, holds a 22-9 record in Fed Cup since making her debut in 2005 when she was just 14 years of age. For Dabrowski, Canada’s top ranked doubles player at no. 60 in the world, this is her fifth nomination for Canada’s Fed Cup squad.
Fans can still purchase tickets starting at $40 for the weekend or $25 per day. There is also a family package available which allows children under the age of 12 to attend the matches for free if they are accompanied by two adults. Student rebates are also available. Tickets can be purchased by calling 1-866-653-6203 or online at www.reservatech.net.
The tie will be broadcast live on Sportsnet and TVA Sports. The matches will begin at 1.p.m. E.T. on both Saturday and Sunday.
OTA HEADLINES
MIKE KOOL GETS OTA SERVICE AWARD
Long time head pro at Rosedale Hamilton Mike Kool received the OTA's Bruce Childs award for his outstanding contributions in over 30 years as a pro. For more info click here.
TPA CONFERENCE - JUDY MURRAY TO BE GUEST SPEAKER
Tennis Canada has announced that highly-respected coach and British Federation Cup captain, Judy Murray, will be the headlining guest speaker at the 2015 Tennis Professionals Association (TPA) Conference, to be held at the Centre of Excellence at Rexall Centre in Toronto on February 26.
“We are extremely excited to be bringing Judy Murray to the TPA Conference next year,” said Ari Novick, senior director, tennis development, Tennis Canada. “Murray is such an accomplished individual in the coaching world, and will be bringing a vast array of knowledge and experience to the event. We are all looking forward to hearing her speak and know she will help make the conference become another great success.”
For more information on the TPA Conference or to register for the event, please visit www.tpacanada.com or call 416-650-7938.
ACE Competitors Now Able To Watch Recorded Video Of Their Matches
ACE will be offering new video replay software for match evaluation called “ACE replay”. The software will allow members to obtain a copy of their match for only $10 when they provide their own USB. ACE is offering an “End of Soft Test Period Promotion” over the next six weekends at OTA sanctioned events at Cedar Springs Health, Racquet & Sports Club in Burlington. The promotion will be applied over the following tournament dates:
Jan 23rd - 25th
Jan 30th - Feb 1st
Feb 6th - 8th
Feb 13th - 15th
Feb 20th - 22nd
Feb 27th - 1st
The client terminal, currently in development, will not be operational, however, an assistant will be available at any time throughout the events to download your video. This video provides a great evaluation and coaching tool optimizing on the tournament match play execution. If you are not able to provide your own USB, ACE replay USB’s will be available at a cost of an additional $10.
For more information, please contact:
Pierre Lamarche, pierre@acetennis.ca
Gabriel Wu, gabriel@smartvisiondirect.com
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OTA/RAPTOR TICKET DEAL!!!
The OTA has teamed up with MLSE to offer OTA members some great discounts on Toronto Raptor home games for the rest of the season! Receive discounted ticket pricing on all remaining Raptors home games while supplies last. Click here for more details and to order!
The OTA has teamed up with MLSE to offer OTA members some great discounts on Toronto Raptor home games for the rest of the season! Receive discounted ticket pricing on all remaining Raptors home games while supplies last. Click here for more details and to order!
COMING EVENTS
ACE U10-U16 Rogers Rookie Tour February 13th-15th
Boys and Girls U10, U12, U14, U16 rookie tour. Entry deadline - February 8th. For more information or to enter, click here.
ACE U16 Provincial Circuit (3 star) February 13th-15th
Boys and Girls U16 singles provincial circuit. Entry deadline - February 8th. For more information or to enter, click here.
Rexall GU14 National Selection #2 February 13th-15th (Main Draw)
Girls U14 singles and doubles. Entry deadline - February 8th. For more information or to enter, click here.
Boys and Girls U12 singles provincial circuit 3 star. Entry deadline - February 8th. For more information or to enter, click here.
Boys and Girls U9 and U10 singles future stars. Entry deadline - February 8th. For more information or to enter, click here.
Boys and Girls U18 singles provincial circuit (3 star). Entry deadline - February 8th. For more information or to enter, click here.
OTA CLASSIFIEDS
Cuba Adult / Juniors Tennis Camp All Levels of Play
CAN World Sports by Amr Shagara " Head tennis pro at Joshua Creek Tennis Club in Oakville" is Organizing the 2nd tennis camp getaway to Cuba, at the beautiful Meliá Cayo Santa Maria Resort (5 tennis courts). The beaches & weather are phenomenal, tennis is great. The first trip went with great success in January 2015. Daily Camp 9:30 to 11:30: drills, strategy, skill development, Technical correction.11:30 am to 12:00: Fitness drills 12:00 to 4:00 : Lunch break, ocean fun. 4:00 to 5:30: Match play, game strategy, singles & doubles.Saturday: Off day at. leisure. A great way to have a fun vacation and get ready for the spring / summer season ahead of everyone. CAN World Offer other destinations too throughout the year.
Check our website http://canworldtravel.com/cuba-tennis-trip/
2015 ULTIMATE TENNIS & GOLF VACATION at HILTON HEAD ISLAND– APRIL 18th to APRIL 25th
Your vacation includes:
- 7 Night Stay at the beautiful Waterside Resort with your choice of a One, Two or Three Bedroom Villa
- Unlimited Free Court Time, Customized Round Robins, Drills and Clinics on 37 Courts with 12 Dedicated Teaching Pros
- Entry into the 13th Annual CAN / AM Hilton Head Island Men’s, Women’s and Mixed Doubles Tournament, including Players Packages, Courtside Luncheons and great prizes
- The USTA 6.0, 7.0, 8.0 and 9.0 Mixed Doubles Team Event … USA vs Canada – featuring many of our guests
- A free round of golf for four - each day - on your choice of 6 different championship courses located directly on the island
- New this year …. footgolf! Take part in our very fun 9-Hole Event - no need to have any golf experience!
- Two and half hour sunset catamaran cruise on the 53’ Pau Hana
- Free bicycles for each guest for the entire week
Plus: Welcome and closing receptions, unlimited refreshments each day, sea pines passes, restaurant and shopping group discounts & more
Extended stay options available - choose to arrive early and enjoy the RBC Heritage Golf Tournament or stay longer and enjoy more of hilton head island.
Priced as low as $729 USD pp (including all taxes and fees)*.
For more information or to book your spot today, contact TennisAccess at 647-342-TENNIS (8366) or visit 2015 Hilton Head Tennis & Golf Vacation
Special Pricing for non-tennis playing guests.
Already 70% Sold Out – Don’t miss out on this amazing Trip!
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