– Scotty created and hosted this special event honouring the youngest tennis grand slam champion in Canadian history (Wimbledon Gentlemen’s Doubles w/ Jack Sock, 2014). As a Junior, Vasek trained at the Kits Beach tennis courts with his father Milos, and dedicates much of his success as a pro to his time playing at Kits Beach. Scotty and Vasek became friends at a Davis Cup event in Vancouver two years prior to the event.
– Upon the monumental win, and after discussing if he would accept the honorary tribute, Scotty planned and organized the event. As planner and host, he was interviewed for news on both TV and print. His duties included: creating, hosting, and setting up the event… Producing, writing and editing all event copy… And connecting with and introducing the Vancouver Parks Board chair, John Coupar, Tennis Canada’s CEO, Kelly Murumets, the Kits Beach Tennis President, and Sportsnet reporter Arash Madani.
– The Media advisory brought out 5 camera crews and around 400 fans, including Davis Cup ball kids, all on a beautiful Spring day!
– A placard honouring Vasek, permanently sits above the North gate entry way, commemorating his first Grand Slam title.
– Read more on the event here!
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