Ace Hunger Tennis Tournament
Close to 100 tennis players from Omaha and Lincoln took part in the Ace Hunger Tennis Tournament Dec.19-20 to raise donations for the Food Bank for the Heartland in Omaha. Local player Sreedhar Marupudi organized the mixed-doubles event and paid for court time at local tennis facilities in Omaha. As a result, $2,000 and 3,000 pounds of food were donated overall.
“The event was a great example of how the love of the sport can support an even bigger cause - fighting hunger,” said Kim Miksich, one of the participants. “This event took a lot of time, effort and planning and we are all thankful for such a great inaugural charity tournament!”
Scott Slezak helped direct the event and served as an emcee. Tennis pros Mike Saniuk and Warren Rohmfeld also helped organize the tournament. Matches were played at Happy Hollow Club, and Genesis Westroads. Organizers hope to make this event an annual fundraiser.
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