
U of I tennis looking for ball runners
URBANA -- Atkins Tennis Center is looking for ball runners for the University of Illinois home tennis matches. In addition to working the men's and women's matches, the U of I tennis facility will also host the collegiate NCAA tournament.
Ball runners are needed for the following dates and times:
Friday - April 1st at 3pm, Michigan
Saturday - April 3rd at Noon, Michigan State
Saturday - April 16th, Northwestern
Friday - April 22nd at 3pm, Indiana
Sunday - April 24th at Noon, Purdue
NCAA Tournament May 19-28
No experience is necessary, t-shirts will be provided to wear and take home. Ball running is an opportunity to be a part of high-level tennis and on the same court with future professional tennis stars. Kids through between in grades 2 through 8th can sign up here to volunteer.
For additional information, please email Sadie at spotvin2@illinois.edu or call Atkins Tennis Center at (217) 244-8562.
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