Date: May 7, 2010

Time: 6:00pm – 10:00pm

Location: The Ritz-Carlton - Washington, DC

William H.G. FitzGerald Distinguished Service Award Honoree: Calvin Cafritz & The Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation

Evening Events:
Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction, Dinner, Live Auction, and Award Presentation

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The WTEF Congressional Charity Tennis Tournament (CCTT) took place on Monday, September 14th at the Washington Golf and Country Club. The event featured invited members of Congress and Tennis Legends and raised over $70,000 for WTEF. Tennis Legends in attendance were Owen Davidson, Colin Dibley, Murphy Jensen, Kathy Rinaldi, Sherwood Stewart, Dick Stockton, Zina Garrison and Fred McNair. The CCTT featured individual hitting time with the Legends, lunch and an afternoon doubles tournament.

A special thank you to our sponsors, including top sponsors Boeing and Northrop Grumman, members of Congress, Tennis Legends, and CCTT participants for making the event a great success. We hope to see everyone again next year!

On August 3rd, local supporters and Legg Mason Tennis Classic players came out to support DC's underprivileged youth at the SOLD OUT WTEF Pro-Am. Thanks to Pro-Am Co-Chairs Rafid Fadul and Brian Harris, the ATP and tournament manager, BEST, WTEF had one of the best player fields in the event's history. With the always entertaining Wayne Bryan providing commentary, each amateur player was paired with a professional and played doubles against another amateur and professional team. Professionals rotated through the courts and every amateur had the opportunity to play with a number of Legg Mason Tennis Classic players. ATP players who donated their time to the event were:

Following the event, participants enjoyed watching the evening's matches in WTEF's suite.

The event raised $20,000 for WTEF. WTEF would like to thank all of the event's participants and volunteers for their support of WTEF's mission. We look forward to seeing you again next year!

The 2009 Washington Tennis & Education Foundation (WTEF) Tennis Ball was held on May 8th at The Ritz-Carlton in Washington, DC. The event was a great success for WTEF, raising over $775,000. The evening consisted of a live, mini-live and silent auction, dinner and program. A special thanks to the over 600 attendees who joined us for the evening to support both WTEF and our honorees Sheila C. Johnson and Andrea Jaeger.

This year’s honorees were two strong, powerful and passionate women who have chosen to use their personal success to give to those in need. Ms. Johnson was presented with the William H.G. FitzGerald Distinguished Service Award for her work in the arenas of hospitality, sports, TV/film, the arts, and humanitarian causes. Her speech displayed her genuine and abiding concern for the care and nourishment of children – their health, education and for their future. For this, Ms. Johnson has made a mark throughout our community and the nation. Ms. Jaeger was presented with the WTEF Champion of Tennis Award for her achievements both on and off the court. As the former #2 player in the world, Ms. Jaeger discussed how she has become a champion outside the sporting world through creating the Little Star Foundation. Ms. Jaeger’s efforts improve the quality of life for children with cancer worldwide. It was an honor to recognize them as they exemplify WTEF’s mission of serving the needs of those less fortunate.

WTEF senior and soon to be Winston Salem State University freshman, Bianka Locklear, moved the crowd with her heartfelt speech about her involvement with WTEF since the age of nine. Ms. Locklear was joined on stage by 11 current WTEF Center for Excellence students, who have achieved high academic status, as well as fellow Ladies of Promise, a counseling group for pre-teen and teen girls at WTEF.

The next morning, sponsors participated in the Chevy Chase Bank VIP Round Robin tennis doubles tournament with Andrea Jaeger and Murphy Jensen. WTEF welcomed local celebrities and media as team captains, while each team had the opportunity to play with and against Murphy Jensen.

WTEF would like to thank all the Tennis Ball’s sponsors and supporters for making the memorable evening possible.

On August 11th, the Washington Tennis & Education Foundation's (WTEF) Pro-Am was hosted at the William H. G. FitzGerald Tennis Center during the Legg Mason Tennis Classic. The event raised $10,000 for WTEF and was attended by the following Legg Mason professionals.

• 1st Hour: Mardy Fish, Paul Goldstein, Scott Lipsky, James Cerretani, & David Martin

• 2nd Hour: Jesse Levine, Sebastian Prieto, Robert Lindstedt, Ashley Fisher, & Misha Zverev

WTEF would like to thank all of the event's participants and volunteers for their support of WTEF's mission.

The 2008 Washington Tennis & Education Foundation (WTEF) Tennis Ball held on April 11th proved to be a record-setting night thanks to the over 750 people who came out to support WTEF along with honorees Andre Agassi and Steve Case. The event raised over $1 million for WTEF, breaking all previous records for fundraising. The evening, which consisted of a live and silent auction, dinner and program, took place at the Hilton Washington.

Agassi was presented with the “WTEF Champion of Tennis Award” for his accomplishments both on and off the court. His speech, urging attendees to get involved in their communities and give back, was a highlight of the evening. The “William H.G. FitzGerald Distinguished Service Award” was presented to Steve Case for his work tackling social challenges with innovative solutions. Both honorees exemplify WTEF’s mission of helping underprivileged children.

WTEF graduate and current Shippensburg University sophomore, Kevin Tindle, stole the show with his emotional speech about his involvement with WTEF since the age of four. Tindle was joined on stage by 7 current WTEF Center for Excellence students who have distinguished themselves in the classroom.

Earlier in the day, sponsors participated in the PhRMA VIP Round Robin tennis tournament with Andre Agassi. WTEF welcomed local celebrities and media as team captains, while each team had the opportunity to play with and against Agassi.

WTEF would like to thank all the Tennis Ball’s sponsors and supporters for making the memorable evening possible.

WTEF and John Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center teamed up on September 10th to host the 11th Annual Congressional Charity Tennis Classic at Washington Golf and Country Club Tennis Center in Arlington, Virginia. The tournament featured eight tennis legends, including Virginia Wade, Ross Case, Kathy Rinaldi, Owen Davidson, and Roy Emerson. Sponsored by area business groups, including Boeing and Pfizer, the event offered an opportunity for local tennis enthusiasts to come together for a delicious lunch, followed by a round robin tournament. The even netted more than $70,000 in much-needed contributions for the WTEF and the Sidney Kimmel Center.

On Monday, July 30, WTEF hosted a benefit pro-am tennis tournament, featuring male and female pros from the Legg Mason Tennis Classic. The event took place from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center. This one-of-a-kind opportunity allowed Pro-Am participants to partner with and play against professional tour players in a fun environment.

Some of this year’s pro participants included the # 1 Doubles Team in the world, Mike and Bob Bryan, Amer Delic, Arnaud Clement, Tommy Haas, David Martin, and Radek Stepanek. Following tennis with the pros, WTEF invited each participant and a guest to watch the evening matches in an air-conditioned suite with dinner and beverages.

Parents, students, Board members and representatives of Legg Mason once again had an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of the Legg Mason/WTEF Center for Excellence (CFE) Senior Scholars at the Russell Senate Office Building on June 21. For the tenth consecutive year, one hundred percent of CFE graduates gained admission to college on an academic or athletic scholarship.

Speakers that evening included Keynote Speaker and tennis legend Zina Garrison, WTEF alumna Chelsi McCalla, and special guest Peter Bain, Executive Vice President of Legg Mason. Legg Mason once again serves as the sponsor of the senior class. Senior class member Adrian Robinson received the Dwight Mosley Award for his exceptional scholastic achievements and involvement in the community.

From left to right, Patrick McEnroe, WTEF Executive Director Eleni Rossides, Donald Dell, Chip Mason, and WTEF President Rick Edmunds

2007 Tennis Ball

Raising a Racquet for Kids
In the Classroom & on the Tennis Court

Accolades for Patrick McEnroe, Donald Dell, and Chip Mason at the 2007 WTEF Tennis Ball

The 2007 Washington Tennis & Education Foundation Tennis Ball took place May 5, 2007 at the Capital Hilton in Washington, DC. This very special event included the chance to meet and mix with WTEF’s distinguished award honorees at an exclusive gala dinner, and to enjoy top-tier live and silent auctions.  Bob Madigan, WTOP Radio’s Man About Town, served as Master of Ceremonies for the festivities.
WTEF honored three exceptional individuals for their support of WTEF and contributions to the community:

• Patrick McEnroe, tennis great, accomplished commentator and President of the USTA Tennis and Education Foundation. Read More
  WTEF Champion of Tennis Award Recipient

• Donald Dell, tennis legend and Group President of SFX Media and Events.
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  WTEF Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

• Raymond A. “Chip” Mason, Legg Mason founder and civic leader. Read More WTEF William H.G. FitzGerald Distinguished Service Award Recipient

The event was preceded by the Chevy Chase Bank VIP Round Robin tennis tournament, held that morning, which featured doubles competition among tennis celebrities, Tennis Ball sponsors, media, and other VIPs from the DC business community. During the Round Robin, WTEF received a special visit from DC Mayor Adrian Fenty, who cheered on “Team Fenty” and addressed the crowd regarding the need for after school programs such as those offered by WTEF.