From the courts to the nook workplace, my tennis journey continues with you.
Expensive Tennis Canada Household,
Completely happy New 12 months! As I start my journey as the brand new CEO of Tennis Canada, I can’t assist however replicate on a journey that began a few years in the past. As a baby, tennis was my playground and my classroom. I keep in mind the fun of being a ball child on the Canadian Open, watching the game I cherished up shut, and studying each nuance of the sport that may develop into my life’s work.
My path from these early days to the place I stand now has been formed by the teachings tennis has supplied. From organizing native after which nationwide occasions to volunteering, each expertise has deepened my understanding of this sport’s energy – not simply to entertain, however to construct communities, to encourage, and to vary lives.
I’d prefer to take a second to rejoice the unimaginable success of our current fundraising marketing campaign! This triumph is not only about numbers; it’s a testomony to our shared dedication to rising tennis in Canada, to bringing this stunning sport to each nook of our nation. If you happen to made a donation to this marketing campaign, I wish to say thanks from the underside of my coronary heart. If you happen to’d prefer to make one now, or at any time throughout the 12 months, you may at all times go to our safe on-line donation web page; you will have my phrase that each penny can be put to good use.Â
This 12 months, we set our sights larger than ever. We goal to construct on our successes, to weave tennis much more deeply into the material of our communities. Whether or not you’re a donor serving to to nurture future champions, a fan cheering out of your front room, or a participant sharing the enjoyment of the sport, you’re a vital a part of this journey.
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I see this function not simply as a job, however as a continuation of my lifelong mission – to present again to the game that has given me a lot. Collectively, we’ll work to make tennis extra accessible, to shine a highlight on our unimaginable athletes and to make sure each Canadian feels the enjoyment and achievement that comes from partaking with tennis.
As we embark on this thrilling chapter, I invite you to affix me in making 2024 a landmark 12 months for Canadian tennis.
Thanks for being part of this unimaginable journey. I look ahead to connecting with you all year long, sharing our love for the sport, and constructing a brilliant future for tennis in Canada.
Heat regards,
Gavin ZivCEO, Tennis Canada
