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November 7, 2019
June 28, 2019
The 2019 Black Tennis Hall Of Fame Class Advances The Historic Journey Of Black Tennis Players As They Are Honored With Induction
June 28, 2019
L-R Norvell Brown, Chanda Rubin, Lonnie White |
Family, friends and colleagues gathered in the 2nd floor courtroom of the building to witness the induction of Pioneers: Nathaniel and Franklyn Jackson and Ted Thompson, Player/Contributors: Richard Russell, Chanda Rubin, Phil Williamson and Benny Sims, Jr. and Regional Legends: Dr. Emily Moore, Arvelia Myers, Lonnie White and Norvell A Brown.
Phil Williamson |
Tennis Channel Broadcast Analyst Chanda Rubin was presented first, as Ms. Rubin had a flight to catch shortly thereafter to continue her many travels to the various tournaments worldwide.
Dr. Emily Moore |
on upcoming efforts by the organization to increase and improve their inclusion and diversity efforts.
President Bob Davis performed the induction of personal friend Richard Russell of Jamaica, who was unable to attend, but did provide a video taped acceptance (technical difficulty cut the sound).
Adding to the spiritual ambiance of the ceremony, performances were given by the Mt. Moriah Children's Choir and vocalist Anneka Turner accompanied by pianist Howard Robbins. Additionally, poetry was shared by Poet Compton Dodson.
Benny Sims, Jr. |
April 18, 2019
WE PROUDLY ANNOUNCE THE 2019 CLASS OF THE BLACK TENNIS HALL OF FAME
April 18, 2019
The following individuals will be honored by induction into the 2019 Class of the Black Tennis Hall of Fame:
PIONEERS
Nathaniel and Franklyn Jackson
Theodore (Ted) Thompson
PLAYERS/CONTRIBUTORS
Richard Russell
Chanda Rubin
Phil Williamson
Benny Sims, Jr.
REGIONAL LEGENDS
Dr. Emily Moore
Arvelia Myers
Lonnie White
Norvell A. Brown
Full bios are here.
PIONEERS
Nathaniel and Franklyn Jackson
Theodore (Ted) Thompson
PLAYERS/CONTRIBUTORS
Richard Russell
Chanda Rubin
Phil Williamson
Benny Sims, Jr.
REGIONAL LEGENDS
Dr. Emily Moore
Arvelia Myers
Lonnie White
Norvell A. Brown
Full bios are here.
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