WTT New York Empire

New York Empire's Genie Bouchard Set to Take Court 17 and Play with Fans on July 26

Published on April 24, 2018 under World TeamTennis (WTT)
New York Empire News Release


NEW YORK - New York City tennis fans have the opportunity of a lifetime this summer to step on Court 17 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center to Play with the Pros when the New York Empire kicks off its season. Prior to New York Empire matches on Sunday, July 15 and Thursday, July 26, players John Isner, Genie Bouchard and head coach Gigi Fernandez will play with and against fans.

Bouchard is returning to the New York Empire for her second-straight season after making her Empire debut in 2017. The 2013 WTA Newcomer of the Year became the first Canadian-born player to reach the finals of a Grand Slam in singles at the 2014 Wimbledon Championships. Bouchard and head coach Gigi Fernandez, the only female head coach in WTT, will host a clinic on Thursday, July 26 before the team takes on the Orange County Breakers.

Fans will also have the opportunity to improve their serve, learning from top American player and ace machine John Isner when he takes the court with fans alongside doubles specialist Neal Skupski prior to the New York Empire match on July 15th against the Washington Kastles.

The cost of the Play with the Pros ticket package is $1,000 and includes the following:

Hit with two New York Empire team members for a 45-minute session on Court 17 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

Invitation to attend VIP Player Party with hors d'oeuvres, drinks and Q & A session with team players and coach

One Courtside Box Seat

One autographed photo with participating pros

New York Empire gift bag

Receive one (1) additional courtside box seat and VIP Player Party invitation for additional $250

Featuring world-class tennis, tickets start as low as $10 for children ages 16-and-under and $25 for adults. The New York Empire offers both reserved box seats and general admission seating, along with hospitality packages, which include food and beverage service and the opportunity to meet the team. The unique experience is an evening featuring specialty food, music and non-stop action on Court 17.

Group tickets and various hospitality packages are available by calling the New York Empire office at 844-5-EMPIRE (844-536-7473) or by visiting www.nyempiretennis.com.

New York Empire tickets can be purchased by visiting Ticketmaster or by calling the New York Empire office at 844-5-EMPIRE (844-536-7473). The 2018 WTT regular season will take place from July 15 - August 2 with the No. 1-seeded team hosting the championship match for the King Trophy on August 5.

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