Saturday Night Tennis Fun at Courts & Cocktails

Over the last two years, Long Island Tennis Magazine’s event series, Courts & Cocktails, has provided an alternative Saturday night option for adults, where they can play tennis and socialize with old friends and also meet new ones, all while helping to raise money for worthy causes.

A great group of people came out to enjoy more than two hours of tennis, featuring drills and games across six courts. The events are an ideal way to spend a Saturday night and serve as both a great way for tennis players to remain active in the winter months, and also benefit newer tennis players as well.

“For some, tennis can be an intimidating sport to learn as an adult. As someone who picked up a racquet for the first time this summer, Courts & Cocktails was like a culmination in debunking that expectation,” said Kris Passett. “The players and pros couldn’t have been more welcoming or friendly, and the environment was casual and fun. The two hours of play flew by, and if you’re reading this, don’t miss the next one!”

While the players were on court, bartenders served cocktails, as Long Island Tennis Magazine’s event staff served drinks to all the players. A full catered dinner was provided to players post-event as attendees were treated to both delicious food and amazing drinks, all making for a wonderful evening of good times with good people.

“Our latest Courts & Cocktails reinforced the need for social tennis options,” said David Sickmen, Publisher of Long Island Tennis Magazine. “We love being in the community and bringing players of all different levels from all across Long Island together. The night allowed for everyone to meet new people and get away from the monotony of typical Saturday night plans. We know for a fact that many of our attendees have enjoyed our events so much that they have begun playing more tennis outside of Courts & Cocktails which is one of our goals. I want to thank Mike Kossoff and the Sportime Syosset staff who were perfect hosts. We look forward to a full calendar of Courts & Cocktails events where we will help raise funds for multiple charities throughout 2024!”