Premier Online Social Network Gives Boomer Tennis Players Unique Way to Stay Fit in 2011

First Online Community Dedicated Specifically to Active Adult Tennis Players Offers Virtual Clubhouse Experience

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Jan 11, 2011, 06:00 ET

NEWPORT, R.I., Jan. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Often dubbed the "Sport of a Lifetime", tennis has a significant following across the globe and offers the perfect way to stay fit in 2011. BoomerTennis.Net (www.boomertennis.net), the premier online tennis social network, provides active adult players a unique virtual clubhouse experience like no other. Members receive exclusive content from leaders in the tennis community and the ability to network with other seasoned tennis players across the country, as well as enjoy rewards from leading tennis-related vendors. These include resorts, travel companies and equipment manufacturers, among others.

Developed by two accomplished tennis players and enthusiastic supporters of the tennis community -- entrepreneur Robert "Bob" Milligan and his wife Lace Milligan, a six-year board member of the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum (ITHF) -- BoomerTennis.Net was developed specifically to encourage and inspire boomer tennis players worldwide.

"Becoming a member at BoomerTennis.Net allows members to stay involved in the sport both virtually and physically through our unique online social network and expert columns," CEO Bob Milligan said. "In addition to expert content and exclusive benefits and rewards, BoomerTennis.Net allows members to interact and connect with other tennis players across the globe, ultimately creating an online community of players who provide each other support in getting the most out of the game."

Beyond the tennis-related rewards, members receive insightful feedback from industry experts such as Tony Trabert, five-time major champion, author, International Tennis Hall of Fame President and 1970 Hall of Famer, and past CBS commentator; and Cliff Drysdale, ESPN's leading tennis analyst and former top 10 singles player. Both serve as members of BoomerTennis.Net's Advisory Board. Additionally, other tennis-related experts serving as regular contributors include a nutritionist, psychological coach, physical therapist, orthopedic surgeon, travel advisor, veteran tennis journalist and master teaching professionals. Annual membership dues for BoomerTennis.Net are only $97.

BoomerTennis.Net is an official sponsor of the ITHF and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the organization to support its work preserving the history of tennis, honoring the game's greatest legends and inspiring future players.

"BoomerTennis.Net strives to engage and encourage baby boomer players through a unique online network, which is in sync with our goals to promote interest in tennis among all ages," said Mark L. Stenning, CEO of the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum. "We appreciate BoomerTennis.Net's support of the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum."

To become a member, simply visit www.BoomerTennis.Net.

About BoomerTennis.Net

BoomerTennis.Net (www.BoomerTennis.Net) is the premier online tennis club for active, adult tennis players providing exclusive expert content for all skill levels, significant benefits and rewards from leading tennis-related vendors including resorts, travel companies and equipment manufacturers. Additionally, the club offers a unique social media opportunity to network with other seasoned tennis players from around the world. Annual membership dues are only $97, which provide significant value considering the many exclusive financial and personal benefits enjoyed by members. For more information, visit www.BoomerTennis.Net or call 1-800-530-1121.

About the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum

Established in 1954, the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum is a non-profit institution dedicated to preserving the history of tennis, inspiring and encouraging junior tennis development, enshrining tennis heroes and heroines and providing a landmark for tennis enthusiasts worldwide. The International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum was recognized as the sport's official Hall of Fame in 1986 by the International Tennis Federation, the governing body of tennis. The International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum is supported by Official Partners, such as BNP Paribas. For information on the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum and its programs, call 401-849-3990 or visit us online at www.tennisfame.com.