PORTLAND — Maine’s richest tennis tournament, the Angell Open, returns to Racket and Fitness Center in Portland April 7-9.
The tournament draws top men and women players from across New England and as far away as Georgia and Michigan.
In addition to open singles and doubles, trophies will also be available to winners in the mixed doubles, and men’s 45, and 55 divisions. Over 100 players are expected participate.
This USTA New England sanctioned tournament is a fundraiser for mental illness support and advocacy. It was named for Chris Angell, Maine’s top ranked Open player in 2010 and 2011, who was diagnosed with schizophrenia at an early age and who nonetheless achieved a high level of performance and many friends.
Funds raised will be directed to the Brain and Behavior Foundation and The Treatment Advocacy Center. Donation checks may be made to Maine Tennis Foundation, forwarded to the club and will be tax free.
Play starts Friday evening, with the finals for both men’s and woman’s singles and doubles on Sunday. Admission is free to spectators.
Players should register online at USTA Tennis Link at http://www.usta.com.
The Racket and Fitness Center is located at 2445 Congress St. in Portland.
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