The Kids We Serve...
Over 1,750 students have completed our six week program. PASS has held clinics and special events for over 4,700 children.
These students are participating in a clinic with players from the USA and Argentina Federation Cup Teams.
These students are participating in a clinic with players from the USA and Argentina Federation Cup Teams.
Arizona State University Tennis
Coach Sheila McInerney and the Womens Team host PASS students for 8 years. This once in a lifetime field trip includes a clinic with the team, a tour of the sports facilities and meeting student athletes in other sports. Over 600 children have been to ASU.
The Village- Donna and Brian
Donna Yuritic has been a champion of PASS. Her fundraisers have netted about $40,000 for PASS.
For the 2010 fundraiser, she and Village Tennis Director Brian Cheney hit a 9,010 ball rally without missing for two hours and 17 minutes.
For the 2010 fundraiser, she and Village Tennis Director Brian Cheney hit a 9,010 ball rally without missing for two hours and 17 minutes.
The Boulders Resort
The Boulders holds a fundraiser for PASS every year (since 2002). Many students visit this world class resort every year.
Coach Tony still teaches here occasionally: "I have a deep roots here, I am grateful for the resort and members, they believed in this vision from the beginning."
Coach Tony still teaches here occasionally: "I have a deep roots here, I am grateful for the resort and members, they believed in this vision from the beginning."
Awards and Recognition
Smiling Student Award
- USPTA Star Award- for indelible contribution to tennis
- Arizona Hotel & Lodging Association- Star of the Industry
- Exemplary Program - Creighton School District
- 'ICARE CORPS' Partnership- Loma Linda
- 'ICARE CORPS' Volunteer- Loma Linda & Creighton School
- Camelback Tennis Volunteer Award
- USTA Southwest Section Community Volunteer of the Year
- USTA Central Arizona Community Volunteer of the Year
- USTA Phoenix Area Community Volunteer of the Year
The Village Racquet Club
PASS kids (first three rows) see tennis legend John McEnroe up close and personal. Village members donated tickets for this once in a lifetime opportunity. The club also allows PASS students to come play tennis at their facilities.
Photo courtesy of Rex Anderson
Photo courtesy of Rex Anderson