It’s not often that one of the world’s best tennis players rolls through town. But that’s exactly what’s happening this week.
The Philadelphia Freedoms’ 2014 season kicked off last week on the road, and it continues at the Villanova University Pavilion this week when Victoria Azarenka and the Freedoms take on the San Diego Aviators at 7 p.m.
Prior to each match, USTA Middle States will have a table set up where fans can enter to win a US Open prize pack and share their #Love2Play Tennis stories.
Other players making appearances at Villanova over the next two weeks include Venus Williams and Andy Roddick. Below is a schedule of home matches this season as well as an overview of some the exciting events taking place at the Pavilion.
Tuesday, July 15- vs. San Diego Aviators
In the first home match of the season, the Freedoms will feature two-time Grand Slam champion Victoria Azarenka. Azarenka began playing World TeamTennis for the Springfield Lasers in 2006 when she was named Female Rookie of the Year, and returned in 2010 for the Washington Kastles. Four years, two Australian Open titles and two Olympic medals later, the current world No. 10 has soared through the rankings and joined the Philadelphia Freedoms roster for one night.
Wednesday, July 16- vs. Springfield Lasers
The Freedoms are back in action for the second of four consecutive matches with a special “Girls Night Out” party.
Thursday, July 17- vs. Washington Kastles
Venus Williams is back with one of the Freedoms’ biggest rivals: the Washington Kastles. The Kastles have been a WTT powerhouse for several years with a consistently-strong roster and talent from top to bottom.
Friday, July 18- vs. Boston Lobsters
Friday is Kids’ Night with the Freedoms. The first 250 kids, ages 12 and younger, will take home a free junior tennis racquet.
Monday, July 21- vs. Austin Aces
Former world No. 1, Andy Roddick, joins the Austin Aces to face off against the Philadelphia Freedoms.
Tuesday, July 22 – vs. Boston Lobsters
Support our troops as the Freedoms and the 76ers host their Military Appreciation Night. All current and retired military personnel who show a military ID will receive $10 off their tickets at the box office.
Wednesday, July 23- vs. Washington Kastles
For the Final home match of the regular season, the Freedoms host both Flyers night and Guys Night Out. The evening will be filled with Flyers-themed giveaways and much more.
For more information on special events or tickets, visit the Freedoms online.
