The 8th annual McDaniel Teaching Pro’s Tournament celebrated from the 6th to the 10th of March 2013 at the La Terraza Tennis Club and the La Romana Country Club in Casa de Campo was more successful than ever before – raising a whopping US$46,500 – thus enabling the foundation to award a college sponsorship to one of the graduating ball boys for the first time!
This announcement came following the surprise victory of Francisco Concepcion (pictured right with trophy) over reigning champion Pedro Nolasco in the finals held on Sunday March 10th. Following the thrill of a very closely fought match between 2 of Casa de Campo’s best tennis players – the ball boys, professionals, players, the tournament committee and guests enjoyed dinner and drinks on the lawn of the La Romana Country Club – where the prize-giving ceremony was also held.
As a proud member of the organising committee, for me the best part of the tournament was undoubtedly the prize-giving – the moment all the hard work was suddenly worth it. The moment the smiles on all the players faces reflected what this tournament is all about – ensuring a brighter future through education for both the players and the ball boys.
Dinner on the lawn at the La Romana Country Club
Every single participant of the tournament (whether successful or not) was presented with prize-money, whilst some of the most deserving players were also presented with tennis rackets and bags which had been donated by event sponsor, Wilson. Thrilled to be participating in the presentation was Keury Alexander Herrera, who having successfully graduated school as an outstanding student of the Ball Boy’s Scholarship Fund was granted a college scholarship!
Also honored in the prize-giving ceremony was Casa de Campo villa owner Phyllis Berney, who, as honorary chairman of the tournament was an invaluable member of the committee.
Honorary Chairman Phyllis Berney
And last but not least was the comedy skit. In addition to raising money for the Ball Boy’s Scholarship Fund, the McDaniel Teaching Pro’s Tournament also funds weekly classes for all the tennis pros, players and the ball boys of both the La Terraza Tennis Club and the La Romana Country Club – and the comedy skit is their opportunity to show off their skills! This year the exchange between 2 of the ball boys was set on a bus, with a rather topical conversation on the cost of petrol – it was very funny – but I guess you had to be there!
Congratulations to all participants! And a BIG thank you to all the sponsors of the event!
The following collection of photos were taken on Sunday March 10th 2013 at the prize-giving ceremony of the 8th annual McDaniel Teaching Pro’s Tournament celebrated at the La Romana Country Club in Casa de Campo:
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The 8th annual McDaniel Teaching Pro’s Tournament celebrated from the 6th to the 10th of March 2013 at the La Terraza Tennis Club and the La Romana Country Club in Casa de Campo was more successful than ever before – raising a whopping US$46,500 – thus enabling the foundation to award a college sponsorship to one of the graduating ball boys for the first time!
This announcement came following the surprise victory of Francisco Concepcion (pictured right with trophy) over reigning champion Pedro Nolasco in the finals held on Sunday March 10th. Following the thrill of a very closely fought match between 2 of Casa de Campo’s best tennis players – the ball boys, professionals, players, the tournament committee and guests enjoyed dinner and drinks on the lawn of the La Romana Country Club – where the prize-giving ceremony was also held.
As a proud member of the organising committee, for me the best part of the tournament was undoubtedly the prize-giving – the moment all the hard work was suddenly worth it. The moment the smiles on all the players faces reflected what this tournament is all about – ensuring a brighter future through education for both the players and the ball boys.
On Sunday the 10th of March 2013, the 8th annual McDaniel Teaching Pros Tennis Tournament came to a very exciting close at the La Romana Country club – as Francisco Concepción and Pedro Nolsaco went head to head in the finals. Click here for photos and the full story!