Staff Report / Scottsdalelocal.org

The Scottsdale Parks & Recreation department has announced a new program for tennis enthusiasts. The Adult Red Ball Pilot program, introduced by the USTA, is designed for players of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced athletes.

The program will take place over six weeks in Fall 2024, with sessions scheduled at Scottsdale Ranch Park and Indian School Park. Each session will last one hour.

For more information about the Red Ball Tennis program, interested individuals can visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov and search for "Tennis."

Source: Scottsdale Parks & Recreation | Scottsdale AZ

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Source Location: Scottsdale

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