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Women and Wellness presents the 4th annual
Play It Forward 
October 4 - 6, 2024

WHAT:
A weekend for advocates, champions, and friends rallying to help find a cure for women’s cancers. 
Join us to serve up hope and advance women's cancer research at VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center.


WHEN:

Cocktail Party - Friday, October 4, 2024 | 7-10pm
Kids Tournament - Saturday, October 5, 2024 | 12-2pm
Men's Doubles Tournament - Saturday, October 5, 2024 | 2-4pm
Ladies Doubles Tournament (Team Levels 5.5 and below) - Saturday, October 5, 2024 | 4-7pm
Ladies Doubles Tournament (Team Levels 6.0 and above) - Sunday, October 6, 2024 | 1-7pm

 

WHERE:

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

 

Cocktail Party | Friday, Oct. 4, 7-10pm

  • Players and non-players are invited to purchase tickets for the inaugural Play It Forward cocktail party.
  • The event will take place on the tennis courts at Courtside West.
  • Ticket includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine, auction and entertainment
  • $75 per person.
  • Purchase Tickets here.


Kids Tournament | Saturday, Oct. 5, 12-2pm

  • Boys and girls ages 10-16 are invited to participate in this match play event.
  • Maximum of 24 players.
  • Players must be a green dot ball - intermediate yellow ball player and able to play games. 
  • Fundraise or donate $50 to enter.
  • Check-in opens at 11:45pm.
  • Register Here


Men's Doubles Tournament | Saturday, Oct. 5, 2-4pm

  • Maximum of 24 players
  • Partners will be matched to provide a balance of skill level.
    • ​You may submit the name of a preferred partner, but we do not guarantee the two of you will be matched.  We will do our best to maintain a balance of play based on self-reported NTRP rankings.
  • Entry is $100 (or more!) per individual.
    • Entry amount can be donated personally or fundraised.
    • Highest fundraising team will get a prize.
      • You do not have to be a player to be a part of a fundraising team!
  • Check-in opens at 30 minutes before section start time.
    • Email communication will be sent prior to the event with confirmed start time.


Ladies Doubles Tournament | Saturday, Oct. 5, 4-7pm + Sunday, Oct. 6, 1-7pm

  • Maximum of 72 players (split into 3 sections of 24 max. based on self-reported NTRP rankings)
    • Sat. 4-7pm - ​Ladies First Section (teams 5.5 and below NTRP joint ranking)
    • Sun. 1-4pm - Ladies Second Section (teams on or about 6.0 NTRP joint ranking)
    • Sun. 4-7pm - Ladies Third Section (teams 6.5 - 8 NTRP joining ranking)
  • Entry is $100 (or more!) per individual.
    • Entry amount can be donated personally or fundraised.
    • Highest fundraising team will get a prize.
      • You do not have to be a player to be a part of a fundraising team!
  • Check-in opens at 30 minutes before section start time.
    • Start time will vary upon level of play.
    • Email communication will be sent prior to the event with confirmed start time.
  • ​Prizes for the Ladies Doubles Tournament are provided by Fink's Jewelers.
  • Register Here


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! Sign-up to fundraise here.


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!
 

What to bring:

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

Volunteering:

Interested in volunteering? Great! We would love your support. Please email Tara Daudani at TMDaudani@gmail.com to sign up as a volunteer.

 

Sponsorship:

Interested in sponsoring this event? Please contact Tara Daudani at TMDaudani@gmail.com for more information.

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