2007 GHI Bronx Tennis Classic Returns To Crotona Park August 11-19 Two Weeks Prior To US Open

(EMAILWIRE.COM, July 24, 2007 ) New York, NY -- The GHI (Group Health Incorporated) Bronx Tennis Classic, Presented by Panasonic, a United States Tennis Association (USTA) Pro Circuit event for men and women with a $100,000 purse, will return to Crotona Park, Bronx, New York, August 11-19. The professional tournament is now in its 15th year. Scheduled two weeks prior to the start of the US Open in Flushing Meadows, the annual tournament is a warm up for many up and coming players hoping to make their mark on the Grand Slam stage at the USTA National Tennis Center at Flushing Meadows Park in Queens. Gary Davis, president of the non-profit New York Junior Tennis League (NYJTL), the founding sponsor and beneficiary of the tournament, made the announcement. All proceeds of the GHI Bronx Tennis Classic, presented by Panasonic will benefit the NYJTL. One of New York City's most prominent sports and education non-profit organizations, the New York Junior Tennis League operates Community Tennis Centers throughout the five boroughs, all year round. At NYJTL Community Tennis Centers, children come to take part in FREE tennis instruction, practice and competitive play. The NYJTL also provides FREE educational guidance services for thousands of inner city children. "I am very pleased to welcome GHI back as our title sponsor," said Mr.Davis. ³Thanks to the support of this exceptionally civic-minded corporation, we have been able to bring world class tennis to the Bronx.This tournament helps to make it possible for the New York Junior Tennis League to achieve our mission of introducing thousands of New York City children to the game of tennis. Because of our programs, children in the Bronx and all over our city find new opportunities, and new avenues to improve their lives through education and sports.² Mr. Davis also thanked the many elected officials who have ³supported us along the way, and who believe in the Bronx and the New York Junior Tennis League.² He offered special thanks to Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrion, New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn and members of the New York City Council. He noted, "to bring a world-class sporting event such as the GHI Bronx Tennis Classic, Presented by Panasonic to life, it takes the support of visionary leaders from the public, as well as the private sector." Secure and free parking is available at the tournament on Crotona Avenue.Refreshments are sold throughout the day on the tournament grounds.Complimentary $5 tickets, for admission to center court matches, will be available at the GHI booth or at the tournament trailer. Admission to all outer courts is free. Tickets for the finals matches are $10 for adults.Children under 12 are free. To learn more about the GHI Bronx Tennis Classic and sponsorship opportunities, call the New York Junior Tennis League, at 347-417-8129. ###Contact: Jane Bartnett, Bartnett Comm. for NYJTL- 516-295-2932Nikki Henkin, Connelly & McLaughlin for GHI 212-437-7373This press release was issued through GroupWeb EmailWire.com. For more information on press release distribution, go to http://www.emailwire.com.

Jane Bartnett

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