Tennis Event
Come join us on Sunday, August 30, for a fun tennis event at the Biloxi Tennis Complex in Biloxi, MS.
Highlights include:
• Complimentary Tennis T-shirts
• Complimentary goodie bag
• Full on-court/break amenities (balls, drinks, snacks)
• Trophies
• Box Lunch
• FUN and a GOOD TIME!
Contact: Denise Jones - Please feel free to contact me if I can help in any way. My contact information is:
Denise Jones
Mississippi Department of Transportation
dbjones@mdot.state.ms.us
(601) 359-7419
Particulars
Tennis Format: Round robin doubles with players playing with multiple partners - Unlike most tennis tournaments where players are teamed up with a single player for an event, in this SASHTO event you will have an opportunity to meet and play with multiple other players. This will be a chance to meet other SASHTO participants so there is not a selected partner.
There will be approximately six 25-minute playing (and rest) periods. The concept is to play 6 games in each session and keep track of the number of games won by each participant.
If you’re somewhat confused, don’t worry about it. We’ll have someone available there to help with any questions.
Registration: All SASHTO delegates and guests are welcome to participate. The entry fee is $25 for each SASHTO delegate or guest.
Number of Participants - Limited to the first 40 registrants.
Transportation: If needed, van(s) will be provided - Complimentary van service from the Hard Rock Café, the Beau Rivage, and the IP will be provided. The vans are scheduled to leave the hotels at 8:15 a.m. and return from the Biloxi Tennis Complex at 12:30 p.m. Please note on your registration that “transportation is needed” and from which hotel.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Sunday, August 30
Note, unlike previous SASHTO tennis events and what was listed in the initial SASHTO agenda, this tennis event is being held Sunday morning, not Saturday morning. We believe this time slot will make it more available to delegates and their guests.
Weather: Hot - Welcome to Mississippi during August. Count on it being hot and humid. As part of the tennis event, (1) each player will have some scheduled out-of-the-sun rest time and (2) assorted courtside beverages will be supplied to all participants. As much as practical, participants should be prepared for the heat and humidity by staying hydrated before, during and after the tennis event. Participants are encouraged to wear caps/sun visors and put on sun screen.
Prizes and Welcome Amenities – Trophies. T-shirts, goodie bags, and a box lunch will be provided along with drinks throughout the time of play.
What to Bring: Participants should wear tennis attire to the courts and bring their own racquets. We will have a few racquets available as loaners and supply the tennis balls. Participants should bring their own tennis caps/visors and sunscreen.