River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament
Sportable's 2024 River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament returns June 6-9, 2024 at Collegiate School's Williams Bollettieri Tennis Center.
The USTA Level 1 / ITF Futures event anticipates top class competition and nationally ranked wheelchair tennis players representing states from coast-to-coast, in both junior and adult divisions (A, B, C, D, and Quad Open).
What: River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament
When: June 6-9, 2024
Where: Collegiate Schools Robins Campus - 400 Blair Road, Richmond, VA 23238
Contact
Forrest Lodge, Tournament Director
Forrest@sportable.org I 804.340.2991
Volunteer Opportunities
Join the River City Slam Volunteer Crew presented by CarMax!
Be an important part of the action as a volunteer when some of the best wheelchair tennis players in the country return to RVA!
What do I have to do to get involved?!
Whether you are passionate about sports, need community service hours, or are simply looking to be a part of an exciting event, we want you to get in on the action!
Morning, afternoon, and evening shifts are available:
BALL RUNNER - Stationed at the net posts, pick up balls between the net and service line and return the ball back to the server at appropriate time. Standing, bending, lunging, and squatting required. Age 10+
COURT MONITOR - Stationed at the net, ensure ball runners are in position and retrieving balls efficiently, collect net balls as needed. Age 15+, Tennis Experience Preferred
Saturday Players Reception
Hosted by David & Hilary Cifu Family Foundation
The River City Slam will welcome wheelchair tennis players, guests, and sponsors at the Players Reception hosted by the David & Hilary Cifu Family Foundation at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery West Creek.
What: Saturday Player's Social
When: Saturday, June 8, 2024
Time: 7:00-9:00 PM
Where: Hardywood Park Craft Brewery - West Creek
Address: 820 Sanctuary Trail Dr, Richmond, VA 23238
River City Slam Weekend Schedule
| DATE | TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, June 6, 2024 | 10:00 AM-4:00 PM | River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament presented by VAMAC - Spectators Welcome! | Collegiate School Robins Campus |
| Friday, June 7, 2024 | 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament presented by VAMAC - Spectators Welcome! | Collegiate School Robins Campus |
| Saturday, June 8, 2024 | 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament presented by VAMAC- Spectators Welcome! | Collegiate School Robins Campus |
| Saturday, June 8, 2024 | 7:00 PM-9:00 PM | Players Reception Hosted by the David & Hilary Cifu Family Foundation | Hardywood Park Craft Brewery - West Creek |
| Sunday, June 9, 2024 | 9:00 AM-2:00 PM | River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament presented by VAMAC - Spectators Welcome! | Collegiate School Robins Campus |
Team Info
Entry Fees
Entry Fee Letter Players (Level 1 / ITF): $100-$150
Entry Fee for Junior Players (Level 4): $50
No charge for coaches, guests, and spectators
**Entry fee does not include hotel accommodations**
Scholarships
Limited funding is available for player scholarships. Priority will be reserved for those who need financial assistance to attend our tournament. To be considered for a scholarship, please complete our application HERE.
Team Hotel
River City Slam has partnered with 288 Travel and Richmond Region Tourism to secure ADA/accessible rooms at three hotels, all conveniently located less than 5 miles from the tournament site.
Entry Deadlines
Food
Lunch and dinner will be provided for players on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Lunch will be provided on Sunday.
Friends & Family Meal Package
Save time at the SLAM!
Pre-purchase the Friends & Family Meal Package and get lunches and dinners covered all days of the River City Slam – PLUS – an official tournament t-shirt!
Order now for only $60
Transportation
Shuttle service will be available for arrivals and departures from Richmond International Airport, and round trip from host hotels to tournament venue.
Sponsorship Opportunities
PRESENTING SPONSOR - $15,000
Designated as Presenting Sponsor of the USTA Level 1 / ITF Futures Touranment on all media and marketing materials
Promotion on all Sportable social media channels
Logo on walkway signage viewed by all players and guests
Marquee signage opportunity on site
Recognition at Awards Ceremony
Logo included on tournament website and marketing collateral
Opportunity to provide promotional items to athletes
Logo prominently featured on tournament t-shirt
Invitation to VIP Reception
JUNIORS TOURNAMENT SPONSOR - $10,000
Designated as sponsor of the Junior Tournament and Youth Camp
Promotion on Sportable social media channels
Marquee signage opportunity on site
Recognition at Awards Ceremonies
Inclusion on tournament website and marketing collateral
Volunteer opportunities for employees
Logo included on Tournament t-shirt
THE ADVANTAGE - $5,000
Designated as Presenting Sponsor of the River City Slam VIP Reception
Inclusion on tournament signage on site
Logo included on tournament website and marketing collateral
Promotion on all Sportable social media channels
Volunteer opportunities for employees
Logo included on Tournament t-shirt
THE SERVE - $5,000
Designated as Presenting Sponsor of Players Hospitality on all days of the tournament
Logo on hospitality area signage
Promotion on all Sportable social media channels
Inclusion on tournament website and marketing materials
Logo on tournament t-shirt
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THE DEUCE - $1,500
Designated as a Court Sponsor
Net signage on one of 12 courts
Promotion on all Sportable social media channels
Inclusion on tournament website and marketing materials
Logo included on Tournament t-shirt
Opportunity to provide promotional items to athletes
Thank You to our Sponsors
