Waterville Valley Tennis Canter has announced that it will once again host the annual New Hampshire Open, this year running from July 18 to 20. As one of the most important tennis events of the year, the $10,000 New Hampshire Open Tennis Championships is set on the 18 red clay court complex of the Waterville Valley Tennis Center.
(TRAVPR.COM) USA - June 27th, 2014 -
Waterville Valley, N.H.- Waterville Valley Tennis Canter has announced that it will once again host the annual New Hampshire Open, this year running from July 18 to 20. As one of the most important tennis events of the year, the $10,000 New Hampshire Open Tennis Championships is set on the 18 red clay court complex of the Waterville Valley Tennis Center.
The US Tennis Association New England event is the one of the most prestigious tennis events of the year. Athletes include top ranked New England and collegiate players who play the eastern summer tennis circuit.
“We have had several players through the years who have been ranked top 100 in the world, so the caliber of tennis is quite good,” says USPTA Director and center owner, Tom Gross, Jr.
Play begins on Friday afternoon, July 18, andcontinues throughout the day Saturday with singles and doubles, and concludes with the semi-finals and finals on Sunday July 20.
“Spectators are welcome all three days at no charge,” says Gross. “There is no better venue for watching tennis than our sunken Rod Laver Arena court, so come on out, bring family and friends, some beverages, and enjoy the great tennis.”
For years, the Waterville Valley Tennis Center has been recognized by Tennis Magazine as one of the “Top 50” tennis resorts in America, along with being named one of the Top 5 Best Bargains, as well as one of the Top 5 Family Resorts. In 2014, Tennis Resorts Online ranked Waterville Valley Tennis No. 25 In The World, along with a No. 4 for Best Value.
“You can bet we will live up to that very prestigious honor and the 33rd Annual New Hampshire Open is a great example of it,” General Manager Rene Schwartz said.
Amoskeag Beverages, and Roper Real Estate will be the main sponsors of the 33rd Annual New Hampshire Open, along with several Waterville Valley businesses.
Since 1884, Waterville Valley has been the tennis destination in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, entertaining thousands of tennis players through the years. The Tennis Center has daily clinic or multi-day packages available for all ages and needs. For more information please call 603-236-4840.
Waterville Valley was designed and planned as a self-contained, four-seasons resort. Today, in addition to its world-class ski area, Waterville Valley Resort has award-winning tennis courts, golf, hiking, biking, lodging, cultural activities and summer theater, an indoor ice rink, boating, a skate park, and a host of outdoor activities. Dining options include both traditional favorites and elegant eateries. For more information, call 1-800-GO-VALLEY or visit www.visitwatervillevalley.com
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