Family Circle Cup Scheduled April 11-19, 2009
For Immediate Release, July 2008
With an incredible 36-year history as a premier women’s tennis event, the Family Circle Cup boasts a roster of superstar champions featuring many of the biggest names in professional tennis such as Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, Tracy Austin, Steffi Graf, Martina Hingis, Justine Henin, Jennifer Capriati, Venus Williams, and Serena Williams. More than just a world class tennis tournament, the Family Circle Cup is a nine-day festival packed with off-court fun and excitement for fans of all ages.
The Family Circle Cup, scheduled April 11-19, 2009, will be held at the Family Circle Tennis Center in Charleston, South Carolina. The Family Circle Tennis Center is a public facility owned by the City of Charleston and operated by Meredith Corporation that hosts a variety of events including concerts, festivals, tennis tournaments and other activities on a year-round basis. With over 21 million readers, Family Circle is one of the most widely read magazines in America, and is one of 14 leading subscription magazines owned by Meredith Corporation. The Tennis Center features a 10,200 seat stadium, Grand Lawn, 17 courts lighted for night play, a racquet club featuring a full service Pro Shop and locker room facilities. More information on the Family Circle Cup or Family Circle Tennis Center is available at (843) 856-7900 or familycirclecup.com.
What: Family Circle Cup Dates
Where: Family Circle Tennis Center
When: April 11-19, 2009