As the Official Ball of the U.S. Open, Wilson is once again giving tennis fans a chance to go to the Open and win some great Wilson tennis equipment.
Look for specially marked 3-packs of US Open Wilson tennis balls for details or simply go to Wilson's 2009 US Open Sweepstakes site to register to win. The promotion runs now through August 7, 2009.
Good luck.
Tickets to the U.S. Open go on sale to the general tennis adoring public on Monday, June 8 at 9 am EST. This year's event runs August 31 - September 13, 2009.
No need to say more. I know you want to go. Visit US Open event sales or call 1-866-OPEN-TIX for more information.
American Express Cardholders can take advantage of the special advance ticket sale going on now through Saturday, June 6. Here's the link for that, but you gotta have the card.
When shopping for tennis balls this summer be on the lookout for these specially marked 4-packs of Penn Championship ($11.99 USD) and Pro Penn+ ($15.99) tennis balls. Inside are gifts or coupons for freebies ranging from carabiner watches, HEAD tennis racquets, to tennis balls for a year! Every package has a little something inside.
Penn Golden Giveaway packages will be at major sporting goods retailers and pro/specialty shops nationwide in June.
For a past review of the Pro Penn+ check out our post here.
There are some great new tennis racquets on the market. Check out these money-off specials on Babolat, Prince and Wilson sticks -- a little encouragement towards the upgrade you're hankering for:
Advantage Babolat-Advantage You. Get a $50 rebate with the purchase of any pair premium Babolat shoes plus a new racquet. Shoes included: 2009 Team range models (All Court 4, All Court 4 White, Clay 4, Lady 3) Propulse 2 and Lady 2. Racquets included: All Pure Drive, Aero, Pure Storm, Drive Z and Y line. Fill out the online form at www.babolat.com/advantage and bring to a participating dealer. For dealers call: 877-316-9435. Now through June 30, 2009.
Instant $20 off. Feel the love, from Prince. Instant $20 rebate off the purchase of any EXO3 racquet, now through June 15, 2009. Does not include junior and reduced length racquets. For dealer locations click here. Demo the popular EXO3 Red or Silver and get a $10 shipping rebate.
Trade Up to Wilson [K] Factor. Recycle, Reuse. Receive $30 off your purchase of a new model Wilson[K] Factor racquet when you bring in or send in your old racquet (strung and in playable condition, not more than 10 years old). Racquets will be donated to organizations in need of tennis equipment. Now through June 30, 2009. Visit wilson.com/tradeup for more info.
Tennis-Warehouse is offering all three promotions. Direct link to their Wilson trade up. Please visit the links above for other participating retailers.
If you are a USTA member (and you should be if you live in the U.S. and play tennis) you have the opportunity to purchase tickets to the 2009 U.S. Open before they go on sale June 8 to the general public. The offer runs 9 am EDT Saturday April 18 through 24 at 11 pm; USTA members only.
Call 1-866-OPEN-TIX or go to US Open You will need a valid USTA number to take advantage of this pre-sale. Visit the USTA to join and get a number fast if you don't have one.
June 1 is the pre-sale date for American Express members
Novak Djokovic and the crew at Head have come up with a little cartoon series designed to put a smile on your face and a burning desire to know what the heck Novak's new stick is all about.
Check out the first in in the series of six at Speed Lessons. Take the speed test (on the desk) and you might win one of ten Head SPEED racquets signed by the talented player and funny-man.
Enjoy. The racquets will be out in April/May 2009.
On February 5 Team Babolat star Rafael Nadal will host an online chat with fans. Rafa will hand-pick and answer pre-registered questions on February 5 between 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm EST live from Manacor, Spain.
Fans who register a question will be entered to win a Babolat AeroPro Drive racquet signed by the champion and receive an exclusive "making of" video as a gift.
Register at Chat-Rafa.
Wilson has just introduced its 2009 [K] Factor line of racquet frames incorporating cool, new generation technology, called FX. FX means [K] Factors multiplied. The new line utilizes a Quad Shaft construction in the throat area of the racquet, four shafts vs. the traditional two, translating to more stability so better control over your shots. Four key technologies are also incorporated, [K]arophite Black, [K]onnector, [K]ontour Yoke and [K]ompact center which contribute to improved feel, strength and stability. The racquets all offer a bigger than traditional sweet spot.
Seven new models get the new technology: [K] One.FX, [K] Three.FX, [K] Four.FX, [K] Zen Team.FX, [K]obra Team.FX (pictured), [K] Pro Team. FX and K Tour Team.FX. The [K}obra Tour and [K]obra Team FX are player's frames.The others fall into the game improvement category with varying head sizes and weights. The throat of these racquets is very unique looking with a vertical hole in each side allowing for the four shafts. Learn and see more at Wilson or test drive at Tennis-Warehouse. No Wilson sponsored tour pros are currently using these models just yet. List prices range between $180 - $300 USD.
Enter to win a free FX racquet of your choice by going to Wilson/FX, watching the quick video and then registering at the end where prompted. You must watch the video to enter. They are giving away one racquet a month. Good luck.
Big name players, big name brands, the two go hand in hand. Although we do LOVE the tennis apparel power houses, there are other growing brands that can add beautiful depth to your tennis wardrobe.
Pictured left is part of the Pinot Noir Collection by LBH offering high quality performance fabrication and a feminine but athletic fit. The dress here has a MSRP of $75 USD. The collection starts at $49.
WIN the LBH tennis outfit of your choice by sending an email to contests(at)tennisidentity.com. Please indicate the LBH outfit you hope to win and put LBH promo in the subject line. Tennis-Warehouse carries most of the collection or go to LBH.
Details:There is a $100 maximum retail dollar value on this offer. Currently available LBH styles at regular price only. U.S. addresses only. One entry per address. Entries for LBH will be accepted through November 20, 2008 at 12:00 midnight EST. The winner will be notified by email. Email addresses will not be shared.
Bring flash and a a little Gustavo Keurten passion to your game with this Guga 10th Anniversary Crew from Diadora. The polo pictured here, $67.99 is similar to the one the Brazilian wore during his first Roland Garros Championship. The design is also available as a crew, $54.99. Get it at Tennis-Warehouse.
Look too at the silent auction going on now through October 31 to benefit Instituto Guga Kuerten, Gustavo's charity dedicated to improving the lives of underprivileged kids in Brazil. Ponta dos Ganchos , a seriously stunning looking resort in Guga's hometown of Florianopolis is taking bids for stays in the resort's newest luxury sea-side bungalows. They have one fabulous clay court on the water and will bring in a pro just for you if you would like. Email the resort at reservas@pontadosganchos.com.br for more information or to bid. Image Source
Bryant Park Hotel in New York City is offering a special US Open rate starting at $289 a night for two (plus taxes) on rooms August 25 - September 7, 2008. If you've stayed in the Big Apple recently you know this is a DEAL for an upscale hotel. The rooms have a distinctive, contemporary decor, including Tibetan rugs, goose-down duvets, all the latest tech amenities and then some. Beautiful!
If you are looking for fun in the city before or after the Open, check out this spot set alongside fashionable Bryant Park. Learn more at Bryant Park Hotel but book the special rate by calling 1-877-640-9300 and asking for the "US Open 2008 rate." The rate is subject to availability and is not offered online. These will go fast for sure.
Tennis fans, if you carry American Express this is a good promo to know about. Am Ex members can purchase individual seats to the US Open before tickets go on sale to the entire tennis loving public, June 9. Even better, card members will receive one ticket FREE for every ticket purchased during the promotion's time period, 9 am EST, June 2 through 11 pm EST, June 7. Nice deal.
If you went to the Open last year you may remember these little hand-helds (pictured above) that allowed card carriers to see action from the outer courts, instant replays, draws and player bios while on the grounds. Let's hope they do that again. Very cool. For more information on this promotion, call 1-866-OPEN TIX or go to US Open.
Web Site Design
Recent Comments