Jana Hunsaker Memorial ITF Wheelchair Tournament Fundraiser

The Billie Jean King National Tennis Center will host a fundraiser for the Jana Hunsaker Memorial ITF Wheelchair Tournament on Saturday, April 18.

The tennis party will last from 7:30-10:00 p.m.and feature a round robin doubles tournament (no partner necessary) for NTRP 3.0-5.0 level players. There will also be light refreshments served and a toalson demo for racquets, strings and more. 

Tickets cost $65 with all proceeds going to support the 15th annual Jana Hunsaker Memorial Wheelchair Tournament, which will be held at the National Tennis Center from June 4-7. The donation/ticket purchase is a donation to the Wheelchair Sports Federation and is tax deductible.

Advance registration is required. Click Here to make a donation and register. 

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