On Friday, Tennis Canada and U SPORTS announced exciting news for university tennis in Canada, as tennis becomes the first Pilot Sport (P3) in program history. This collaboration, which started this fall, will further improve the student-athlete experience, giving tennis players more opportunities to compete at a higher level within the Canadian education system.
The decision to unite tennis with U SPORTS stems from a shared vision of providing competitive opportunities and promoting positive experiences for all those involved in the sport. Tennis Canada will continue to host its yearly Canadian University Tennis Championships, in cooperation with U SPORTS.
"Joining U SPORTS as a Pilot Sport is a significant moment for Canadian tennis. This collaboration holds tremendous potential for the sport, and we are thrilled to work alongside U SPORTS to further enhance the Canadian University Tennis Championships," said Ryan Borczon, Director, Professional and National Events at Tennis Canada. "Not only will this open new doors for student-athletes, but it will also fuel the growth of tennis participation at the university level."
The Golden Bears and Pandas have combined to win nine Tennis Canada national championships since 2013, including a record
four-straight by the Pandas. Tennis Canada hosts the national tournament in mid-August in conjunction with the National Bank Open in Montreal and Toronto.Â
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