New Canaan Racquet Club (NCRC) is hosting a Rally for the Cure mixed doubles round-robin tournament from 7 to 9 p.m. on Oct. 25 to support Susan G. Komen for the Cure in the fight against breast cancer (sign up here). Refreshments and a goody bag including a subscription to a select Conde Nast magazine such as SELF, Golf Digest or Bon Appétit will be provided during the BYOB event in exchange for a $20 donation. In addition, male and female winners of the tournament will be awarded a special prize. NCRC invites the public to register online at www.ncrctennis.com to reserve one of 24 spots.

From October 20-25, 2014, people can also enter a raffle for a chance to win one of two private lessons with a tennis professional by donating $20 toward NCRC’s Susan G. Komen fundraiser at the front desk.

“We proudly invite the community to take part in this Rally for the Cure event at our tennis facility. This is a fun way for people to join us in supporting the fight against breast cancer while playing a sport that they are passionate about,” states Gabriela Niculescu, Director of Tennis at NCRC.

”The success of Rally for the Cure in raising funds for Susan G. Komen is attributed to the enthusiasm, energy and support of volunteer ambassadors like Gabi Niculescu and Chuck Milot,” says Diane Perillo, Program Manager, Rally for the Cure.

For further information about the NCRC event, contact New Canaan Racquet Club Manager Robin Isidro at 203-966-4558.

About Rally for the Cure

Rally for the Cure, a Wilton, Connecticut-based program run by Condé Nast, works to educate men and women about breast cancer and remind them to get their annual screening through volunteer organized golf, tennis and social events. Since its start in 1996, the Rally program has reached over two million people while generating over $75 million for Susan G. Komen to help fund life-saving breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment programs. To host a Rally event, call 800.327.6811 or visit www.rallyforthecure.com.

About New Canaan Racquet Club
New Canaan Racquet Club (NCRC) of 45 Grove Street has been open to the public at its central village location since 1975.  Year-round, NCRC offers the greater New Canaan tennis community the opportunity to rent six Bolltex carpet courts, participate in a competitive league, enroll in an instructional program, schedule private lessons and take advantage of a full-service pro shop, meeting space, lounge and locker rooms complete with towel service.  Players of all levels are invited to elevate their tennis game with NCRC. Please visit www.ncrctennis.com for further information.