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December 9, 2003Press Releases
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December 11, 2003
AUSTIN FAVORITE RETURNING IN FULL FORCE TO ERWIN CENTER
Gibson-Baldwin Grand Slam Jam Tennis Shootout Tickets
On Sale December 15 at 10 AM
AUSTIN, TEXAS- Tennis’ premier exhibition event, Gibson-Baldwin Grand Slam Jam Tennis Shootout, is returning to Austin, Friday, April 30 for an annual who’s who of tennis and music. In a jam-packed gala, the Grand Slam Jam will combine world-class competitive tennis exhibitions and Austin-worthy musical performances.
Scheduled to compete at this year’s jam are tennis legend Martina Navratilova and event founder Jim Courier with other special guests to be announced. Featured athlete Navratilova boasts a seven-time world ranking of No. 1 and holds the record for Wimbledon singles titles.
Born in Czechoslovakia, Navratilova turned pro at the tender age of sixteen. In 1975, she defected to the United States and since the Open era began in 1968, no player – male or female – has won more tournaments than Navratilova. She is also the first female athlete to earn more than a million dollars a year.
“This is a truly exceptional year for us,” said Tim Stallard, president and events producer of ProLink Sports & Entertainment. “Anytime world-class tennis champions like Navratilova and Courier play on a single court, fans are guaranteed to see something special.”
Tickets for the Gibson-Baldwin Grand Slam Jam Tennis Shootout at the Frank Erwin Center, Friday, April 30 at 7 PM are $16, $26, $45 VIP and $75 Courtside and go on sale Monday, December 15 at 10AM at all Texas Box Office Outlets (includes H-E-B stores in Austin, Bastrop, Bee Caves, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Round Rock, and San Marcos; Ft. Hood Bldg. #136 and Renaissance Records in Killeen), charge-by-phone at 512/477-6060 or order on-line at TexasBoxOffice.com. THE FOLLOWING DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE ON ALL TICKET PRICES EXCEPT VIP AND COURTSIDE. NO DOUBLE DISCOUNTS: $2 off college and university student, faculty and staff with valid ID at the Erwin Center box office ONLY and $2 off for groups of 20 or more. Groups should call the Group Sales Department at 512/471-7744. Convenience charges may apply. All information subject to change. The Frank Erwin Center is a smoke-free facility. Convenient parking is available within walking distance in nearby state and university lots. For more information, call 512/471-7744. The Nextel Emergency Message Center is available on the arena concourse during this event. For emergencies only call 512/845-4213. uterwincenter.com
Contact: Lauren Landeros 512/471-3678
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