Wilmington-The annual Legends of Tennis event returns to the Country Club of Landfall this weekend, all to benefit the Miracle League of Wilmington and the UNCW Seahawk Club. The special tournament features an array of tennis pro’s including Stan Smith-the 1971 US Open and 1972 Wimbledon Champion. Country of Club of Landfall’s own tennis pro Charlie Owens has been working hard over last few months, putting together an exciting list of Grand Slam players for the weekend, including: Mikael Pernfors, Jimmy Arias, Luke Jensen, and Bret Garnett.
Legends play will include singles, doubles, and mixed doubles-tonight, Saturday and Sunday. Everything gets started from 5:30 to 7:30 tonight as the legends and local pros will play in an exhibition doubles match to kick off the event. Two area amateurs will play with the pros and there will also be an autograph session with the legends.
Play will continue into Saturday from 1-4pm with a banquet at the Landfall Clubhouse later that night. The final matches will be played Sunday afternoon, beginning at 12:30pm. Last year, thanks to the generous support from the local community, over $35,000 was raised. For the complete schedule of events, today-Sunday, in addition to player profiles, sponsors and silent auction info, click here
