[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 9, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E883]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  IN RECOGNITION OF THE 100TH ANNUAL ANN ARBOR CITY TENNIS TOURNAMENT

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 9, 2019

  Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Ann Arbor's 
100th City Tennis Tournament. The event provides a vital outlet 
promoting community building and healthy competition.
  Established in 1919, the Ann Arbor City Tennis Tournament is one of 
the oldest city tennis tournaments in the country. Starting with a 
tournament of 24 men at West Park, the competition has expanded to over 
one hundred players across several categories, adding a women's event 
in 1922 and parent-child matches. The Ann Arbor Area Community Tennis 
Association organizes the tournament, youth programs, and charity 
events with the support of corporate sponsorships and local donations. 
The Town Tennis Celebration, a citywide event featuring afternoon 
clinics, food, and a viewing of the doubles finals of the competition, 
marks the conclusion of the tournament.
  The Ann Arbor City Tennis Tournament provides an outlet for community 
building and allows local athletes to showcase their commitment to the 
sport. The tournament underscores a dedication to fellowship and 
friendly competition and its continued success highlights the 
importance of these events in our communities. We are grateful for the 
commitment of the Ann Arbor Area Community Tennis Association for their 
exceptional work supporting physical fitness, charity, and community 
building.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating Ann 
Arbor's 100th City Tennis Tournament. We thank the Ann Arbor Community 
Tennis Association for their exemplary work supporting the city of Ann 
Arbor.

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