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This 13th Black Tennis Hall of Fame Annual Induction Ceremony preserves and honors the history of African-American tennis, and celebrates those who made a global impact on the ideals of sportsmanship and human rights. Through the preservation of this history and commemoration of the rich legacies of these individuals, the education of tennis is elevated, thus empowering and inspiring individuals worldwide to meet the challenges of these concerns.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 Induction Ceremony was cancelled, thus, the 2021 Induction Ceremony will induct both the Classes of 2020 and 2021.
THE 2021 CLASS OF INDUCTEES INCLDUES::
Jimmie Horace "Doc" Horne, Pioneer
Tina B. Karwasky, Player
William Abraham Washington, Contributor
Alvin "Al" Penelton, Contributor
Dr. Elizabeth "Liz: Okongo Odera, Contributor
Frank Adams, Regional Legend
Leonard Johnson, Regional Legend
Dr. James B. Ewers, Jr., Ed. D., Regional Legend
THE 2020 CLASS OF INDUCTEES INCLUDES:
Sportsmen's Tennis & Enrichment Center, Organization
Robert Walter Johnson, Jr., Pioneer and Contributor
Irwin R. Holmes, Pioneer
Tina McCall, Contributor
Alice Marble, Contributor
Joe Goldthreate, Regional Legend
The 2-day event includes the 2021 Jim and Gloria Smith Memorial Tournament on Friday, July 2nd, and the Induction Ceremony on Saturday, July 3rd.
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LocationSportsmen's Tennis and Enrichment Center (STEC) (View)
950 Blue Hill Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02124
United States
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| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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