Tennis Teams and Social Events
USTA Summer Mixed Doubles
Durham Parks and Recreation sponsors an adult Mixed Doubles league during the summer with the season spanning the third week in June through the second week in August. The Faculty Club will be fielding at least one 7.0 team and possibly a 6.0 team and an additional 7.0 team depending on interest. If you would like to join the fun this summer or have any questions about the league, contact Kelly Baker or send an e-mail to stewart.johnson@duke.edu. The registration deadline is May 28 and the cost is $14.
Friday Free Junior Play
A free play day for juniors who are able to serve, rally and keep score. Check with Kelly Baker at 667-4428 for availability.
Men's Night and Ladies' Day
Men's Night: Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Ladies' Day: Wednesday, 9:30 - 11:00am
2008 DFC Tennis Socials
- Sunday, February 24, 2-5pm, Meet Your Mates,get ready for league season with this fun social and afternoon of men's and women's tennis.
- Sunday, March 16, 2-5pm, St. Patrick's Wearin' the Green, bring your green outfits; those wearing green will earn extra points in this fun, lightly competitive format.
- Sunday, April 20, 12-3pm, Tax Relief Margarita Mixer, come let off some steam after tax day with this fun team event.
- Monday, May 26, 12-5pm, Memorial Day Family Tennis Fest, Progeny doubles will be on tap.
- Saturday, July 5, 9am-12pm, Strawberries and Cream Wimbledon Social, this will be the third year of our popular event with plenty of strawberries and cream.
- Monday, September 1, 9am-3pm, Labor Day Round Robin Shootout, come and enjoy a round of men's and women's doubles with a team format.
- Friday, October 24, 9am-2pm, Witches Day Women's Social, ladies doubles will be the order of the day with lunch included.
- Sunday, November 24, Thanksgiving Turkey Day Men's Social, this day long event will feature men's doubles.
For more information about these socials, call Kelly Baker at 667-4428.
Royal Blue Club 2008 Join the Duke Varsity Tennis Fan club and receive a t-shirt, discounts on indoor tennis time, and an invitation to play in a pro-am tournament!