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2nd Annual Bed-Stuy Open Free Youth Tennis Jamboree
On October 1, 2011 the Kings County Tennis League (KCTL) will hold their Second Annual Bed-Stuy Open Tennis Jamboree in the Marcy Playground on the corner of Myrtle Ave. and Nostrand Ave. in Brooklyn. The Jamboree is completely free for youth and parents residing in Bedford Stuyvesant. Students from the organization’s two local teams, Marcy and Tompkins Tennis Clubs will also be completing in their new team jerseys. Every participant will receive an award. The event includes trophies, donated prizes, barbeque, and live music. There will also be a voter registration table and outreach by Black Life study.
KCTL is a registered 501c3 non-profit located in Bed-Stuy whose mission is to use tennis as a vehicle for positive mentorship and community building. They literally bring tennis to the children of Marcy and Tompkins Houses using portable tennis nets, donated equipment, and young inspired volunteers.
Over 60 youth are planned to participant along with 20 volunteers. More information may be found at Marcy Tennis Club and on Facebook. Jamboree will be held on Saturday October 1st. Registration begins at 12:30. Jamboree runs from 1:00-3:00.