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

 

 

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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.

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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!

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River City Slam Weekend Schedule

DATE TIME EVENT LOCATION
Thursday, June 8, 2023 6:00 PM-9:00 PM River City Slam Run/Roll Tennis Tournament Salisbury Country Club
Thursday, June 8, 2023 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Player's Welcome Reception presented by Windward Advisors Salisbury Country Club
Friday, June 9, 2023 8:00 AM-6:00 PM River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament - Spectators Welcome! Collegiate School Robins Campus
Saturday, June 10, 2023 8:00 AM-6:00 PM River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament - Spectators Welcome! Collegiate School Robins Campus
Saturday, June 10, 2023 9:00 AM-12:00 PM CarMax Juniors Wheelchair Tennis Camp - Register Now! Collegiate School Robins Campus
Saturday, June 10, 2023 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Player's Social presented by Richmond Region Tourism Hyatt House Richmond/Short Pump
Sunday, June 11, 2023 8:00 AM-2:00 PM River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament - Spectators Welcome! Collegiate School Robins Campus
Sunday, June 11, 2023 9:00 AM-12:00 PM CarMax Juniors Wheelchair Tennis Camp - Register Now! Collegiate School Robins Campus

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.

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