The MIMA Foundation of Brevard, Inc. proudly announces the kickoff to the 2012 Audi Melbourne Pro Tennis Classic held April 30-May 6, 2012 at Kiwi Tennis Club in Indian Harbour Beach.  For the 7th year, MIMA Foundation and Kiwi Tennis Club are host to this premier professional tennis tournament.  All proceeds of the tournament will benefit the MIMA Foundation, a 501(c) 3 organization.  The weeklong event will feature women’s professional tennis including singles and doubles matches.

Thousands of Central Florida area tennis enthusiasts attended the pro tennis event in 2011 and nearly 38,000 people in 126 countries viewed the tournament during the online streaming.

The event is free to the public Sunday, April 30 through Thursday, May 3.  Tickets may be purchased for Quarterfinals, Semifinals and Finals matches taking place May 4 – 6.  The MIMA Foundation is now accepting monetary and in-kind sponsorships for the 2012 Audi Melbourne Pro Tennis Classic. Contact Holly Baney, Tournament Director, at (321) 698-0888 for sponsorship opportunities and tickets requests.

The USTA Pro Circuit was launched 30 years ago and is America’s gateway to tennis stardom, providing players an opportunity to gain professional ranking points needed to compete on the major tours.  The Audi Melbourne Pro Tennis Classic is an opportunity for fans to experience the excitement and intensity of professional tennis–right here in Brevard County. Players ranked as high as No. 25, who are regulars at the WTA Tour events and are among top contenders at Grand Slam tournaments, often play in USTA Pro Circuit tournaments.  Alumni include:  Maria Sharapova, Lindsay Davenport, Anna Kournikova, Mary Pierce and many more.

Along with great tennis, the Pro Circuit players will be active in community outreach. They will participate in local school visits to serve as role models and provide motivation for children throughout the county; and will host a free Kid’s Night Clinic at Kiwi Tennis Club to promote tennis in Brevard.  It’s a great opportunity to have a positive impact on our local talent and youth.

For information regarding the Audi Melbourne Pro Tennis Classic sponsorship opportunities, ticket purchases, or to make a donation to the Foundation, contact Holly Baney, Tournament Director, at (321) 698-0888 or visit the MIMA Foundation website at http://www.mimafoundation.org/. 

About the MIMA Foundation

In 2001 the physician members of the MIMA multi-specialty physician group created the MIMA Foundation, 501(c) 3—a separate charitable corporation, signifying an ongoing commitment and concern for our community, above and beyond the daily delivery of healthcare services the organization now provides.