River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament
Sportable's 2023 River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament returns June 8-11, 2023 at Collegiate School's Williams Bollettieri Tennis Center.
The USTA Level 2 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 8-11, 2023
Where: Collegiate Schools Robins Campus - 400 Blair Road, Richmond, VA 23238
Contact
Forrest Lodge, Tournament Director
Forrest@sportable.org I 804.340.2991
River City Slam Run/Roll & Player's Welcome Reception
Kick off the River City Slam weekend with a Run/Roll doubles tournament! Wheelchair tennis players from across the country will play alongside able-bodied tennis players in doubles pairings in a fun, social, and competitive format.
Plus – meet and mingle with tournament participants and enjoy live music, food, and drinks!
What: River City Run/Roll Tennis Tournament
When: Thursday, June 8, 2023 – 6:00-9:00 pm
Where: Salisbury Country Club - 13620 W Salisbury Rd, Midlothian, VA 23113
Cost: $55/player and spectators are free! All proceeds directly benefit Sportable’s mission to make sports accessible and inclusive.
CarMax Juniors Wheelchair Tennis Camp
Led by Gabby Hesse, Head of Wheelchair & Adaptive Tennis at the nationally renowned Junior Tennis Champions Center (JTCC) and Taylor Wingate, USTA Division A wheelchair tennis player and Net Gen Ambassador, the fully inclusive Juniors Wheelchair Tennis Camp presented by CarMax will focus on teamwork, individual skill, and FUN for everyone from beginners to aspiring Paralympians.
No previous tennis experience is required and not all players use wheelchairs for everyday mobility!
What: CarMax Juniors Wheelchair Tennis Camp
When: June 10-11, 2023 I 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Where: The Collegiate School, Richmond, VA
Who: Kids ages 5-18 with a lower limb impairment
Cost: FREE!
River City Slam Weekend Schedule
Team Info
Entry Fees
Entry Fee Letter Players: $100
Entry Fee for Junior Players: $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 Friday and Saturday. Lunch will be provided on Sunday.
Transportation
Shuttle service will be available for arrivals and departures from Richmond International Airport, and round trip from host hotels to tournament venue.
Volunteer Opportunities
Sportable relies on over 100 volunteers to make the River City Slam a success each year! Volunteer duties include set-up, check-in, hospitality, court monitors, and ball runners.
Sponsorship Opportunities
PRESENTING SPONSOR - $15,000
Designated as Presenting Sponsor of the USTA Level 2 National 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
