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Atlanta to host USTA Free Tennis Play Events in September

By Rick Limpert @RickRoswell · On August 25, 2015

Free tennis events to be held in Atlanta in celebration of Nickelodeon’s “Worldwide Day of Play.”

Hundreds of USTA Free Tennis Play events are being held across the country to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle during National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month.

National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in September and the USTA and the tennis industry are hosting USTA Free Tennis Play Events across the country in celebration of Nickelodeon’s Worldwide Day of Play. USTA Free Tennis Play Events allow families to share their love for tennis together – while having fun and being active.

The following are events taking place in Atlanta:

Date:                Saturday, Sept. 5

Time:               10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Host:                Paces Club Tennis Complex

Where:             4209 Glenaire Way, Acworth, Ga., 30101

To Register:     Visit YouthTennis.com

Contact:           John Irvin at (770) 235-6614 or Irvintennis@bellsouth.net

Date:                Sunday, Sept. 13

Time:               3:00-4:30 p.m.

Host:                Sandy Springs Tennis Center

Where:             500 Abernathy Rd., Sandy Springs, Ga., 30328

To Register:     Visit YouthTennis.com

Contact:           Judi Edwards at (770) 2358487 or thescottiegirl@comcast.net

Date:                Tuesday, Sept. 15 and Tuesday, Sept. 22

Time:               3:30-4:30 p.m.

Host:                International Community School

Where:             2418 Wood Trail Ln., Decatur, Ga., 30033

To Register:     Visit YouthTennis.com

Contact:           Dawn Jones at (404) 580-4932

Date:                Saturday, Sept. 19

Time:               9:00-11:30 a.m.

Host:                Smoke Rise Country Club

Where:             4900 Chedworth Dr., Atlanta, Ga. 30087

To Register:     Visit YouthTennis.com

Contact:           Jim Richards at (770)908-1843

Date:                Sunday, Sept. 20

Time:               1:00-3:00 p.m.

Host:                Fowler Park Tennis Courts

Where:             4110 Carolene Way, Cumming, Ga. 30005

To Register:     Visit YouthTennis.com

Contact:           Jane Trinkle at (404) 256-9543

Studies have shown that an early, positive experience in sports is vital and creates a lifelong commitment to an active lifestyle. If we reach children when they are young enough, they can learn to love physical activity and sports for life.

Per the USTA:

Kids are learning to play faster – and enjoying more success – thanks to the USTA’s initiative, which features tennis sized right for age and ability. That means shorter racquets, lower-bouncing balls and smaller courts. With the sport now using kid-friendly equipment, it is easier than ever for kids to experience early success, which is vital in developing a lifelong commitment to an active lifestyle.

USTA Free Tennis Play Events invite the whole family, of all skill levels, to try tennis at local events and facilities across the country. The events showcase how fun and easy it now is for families to get into the sport, and they also provide a great way for parents to spend time with their children – all while keeping them active. This year marks the fourth year of the September USTA Free Tennis Play Event campaign. Since its inception in September 2012, nearly 5,000 events have been hosted throughout the country.

For more information on USTA Free Tennis Play Events, please visit www.youthtennis.com.

Kids can turn out to play tennis in Atlanta this September

Kids can turn out to play tennis in Atlanta this September

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Rick Limpert

Rick Limpert is an Atlanta-based freelance writer that covers events, sports and technology on a regional and national basis. He writes a daily tech column for Examiner.com, weekly pieces for CBS Atlanta and monthly for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He has contributed to Yahoo News and Sports, Sports Illustrated, NBA.com and others. He co-authored the best selling tennis book, "The Invaluable Experience" with pro tennis player, Danielle Lao. Rick's "Wireless Wednesday" tech segment on SportsRadio 92.9 The Game is something Rick looks forward to each week. Follow Rick on Twitter @RickRoswell.

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