DD&J THE VIEW
April 29, 2024
Jack and Jill Gives $1500 Donation to Help Underserved Youth in Tennis
The Columbia Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. presented DD&J with a $1500 donation to help introduce tennis to underserved youth. Coach Domino was also presented with a proclamation from the Columbia Chapter of the Moles with a Proclamation for his years of dedication and service to the community. VIDEO
May is National Tennis Month
Join DD&J in May for Four Unique NTM Events at Greenview Park
- Sunday, May 5: Greenview's Sunday Sweat and Serve (Adult Cardio, 18+), 4:00 - 5:30 p.m., - $10/per person. Light refreshment.
- Tuesday, May 7: Red Ball Mini Maestros Team Challenge, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Ages 6-10, beginners only. (Free)
- Thursday, May 9: Generational Doubles Round Robin, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Adults (17+) and Intermediate players (9-16) Must be able to serve, rally, and keep score. (Free)
- Tuesday, May 14: Rally for the Green, green dot ball play, Ages 12U Team challenge, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. (Free)
2024 Summer Tennis Camp Scholarship Application
USTA Southern is offering financial support to juniors ages 10-15 interested in attending a summer tennis camp. Scholarship amounts generally range from $200-$500 towards an approved camp in the Southern Section. Consideration and award are based on need. Deadline to apply: Friday, May 10, 2024 @ 11:59pm.
Applicants must meet the criteria listed below: APPLY NOW!
- Be a current USTA member.
- Reside in the Southern Section (9 state area)
- Family adjusted gross income is $99,000 or less.
- A copy of the family's 2023 tax return must be submitted.
- A 300 word essay from applicant must be attached.
- A letter of recommendation must be attached.
- Parents must provide transportation to and from the camp.
Lob to Financial Literacy Summer Camp: June 3-27
- Date: June 3-27, 2024
- Time: Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Ages: 10 - 14
- Cost: $80/child for the 4-week session
- Location: Greenview Park
- REGISTER NOW!
2024 USTA/NJTL Foundation Essay Contest Presented by Deloitte, Now Open!
ESSAY DEADLINE FOR DD&J: Saturday, June 8 @ Noon
DD&J Must receive the following by June 8:
- Your completed Essay Contest Entry Form
- Your properly formatted essay, following all essay contest rules
- LINK: 2024 Essay Contest Form and Rules (pdf)
GOAT (Greatest of All Time) is a term often used to describe exceptional people, such as athletes, coaches, musicians, artists, community leaders, and family members.
- For essayists ages 12 and under: “In your opinion, who is the greatest of all time and why?”
- For essayists ages 13-18: “What qualities & attributes elevate an individual to the greatest of all time?” Who do you consider the greatest of all time in your life? Share a personal story about this individual and describe how they impacted you."
Tennis Notes:
- Tuesday sessions will begin around April/May for competitive players.
- Parents/Volunteers are encouraged to become "Safe Play" certified to assist with the DD&J Program. If your "Safe Play" status has expired, please renew. Select the link below to become Safe Play certified. https://www.usta.com/en/home/safe-play.html
NEW DD&J LinkedIN Page
NEW WAY TO FOLLOW DD&J ON SOCIAL MEDIA
You can now follow DD&J on LinkedIn. Let's grow our followers. Select the link and follow now. And if you haven't done so yet, also follow the DD&J Facebook pages.
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS IN 2025
CELEBRATING 30-YEARS IN 2025
Attention all DD&J Alumni Parents, Players, Friends and Community Supporters, we are collecting contact information in preparation for a 30-Year Anniversary Celebration for DD&J. If you would like to receive a celebration invitation include your contact information on the Anniversary Information Form below. Please share the link with other family and friends, and especially with those who attended DD&J tennis clinics as a youth.