THE PELL CUP 2019 AUGUST 15 – 18, 2019 THE NATIONAL TENNIS CLUB NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND A HISTORY OF THE PELL CUP The Pell name is widely recognized in Rhode Island. Senator Claiborne Pell represented the state for six terms—from 1961 to 1997—and his signature accomplishment survives to this day: the Pell Grant. His cousin, C.C. Pell, Jr. (“Clarry”), had a signature achievement of his own, which also survives to today, in restoring the National Tennis Court on the grounds of the International Tennis Hall of Fame here in Newport. Before it was the international home to tennis, the Hall of Fame complex was simply a private club called the “Newport Casino.” Court tennis was one of many sports enjoyed on the grounds by its privileged Gilded Age members. The court tennis building, part of the original Casino complex in 1880, was badly burned in a fire in 1939 and all but abandoned. In the late 1970s, a group of devoted players and enthusiasts led by Clarence C. Pell—the National Court patrons—provided funding for the restoration through the United States Court Tennis Association (USCTA). Clarry oversaw the reconstruction personally. The informal reopening of the court, known as the National Tennis Court, occurred on September 29, 1979. It is the only public court tennis facility in the US. The official dedication was observed in August, 1980, following ceremonies at the conclusion of the first world doubles tournament for the Tiffany Cup. The Tiffany Cup became The Walsh Cup, then The National Tennis Cup, and finally was renamed The Pell Cup by former NTC President Jonathan Pardee in honor of Clarry’s many contributions to the game. It was a fitting tribute to the man, his vision and his tenacity. The very next year, the familiar pelican became the logo for this signature tennis event of summer. THE PELL CUP 2019 CONTENTS The Court 2 Welcome Letter from Head Professional, Mike Gooding 3 Social Activities 7 Our Generous Donors 7 Chronological Schedule of Play 10-11 THE PELL CUP 2019 1 THE COURT 2 THE PELL CUP 2019 THE PELL CUP 2019 AUGUST 15—18, 2019 | NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND Dear Competitors, Contributors, Spectators and Supporters: Welcome to the National Tennis Club at the International Tennis Hall of Fame. We are delighted to welcome you back to Newport, Rhode Island—”The City by the Sea”—for one of the most popular events on the USCTA calendar, the Pell Cup. This event marks the last in a string of events held at the National Tennis Club: the World Masters, the U.S. Pro Singles, the Handicap Doubles, and finally the Pell Cup. Bringing together a pro division, a highly contentious A draw, and many lower tiers, the tournament boasts a unique feel, allowing professionals and amateurs alike to compete side- by-side on the storied Newport court. This year’s draw sees a strong professional draw, including the current world numbers 6, 7, 12, 15 and 16. As well, the top amateur in the country and a slew of others inside the top 20 will join in on the action. The B, C, D, and E brackets boast athletes from many clubs around the U.S. The National Tennis Club is excited to welcome so many players from all different locations and at all different levels to test their luck at Newport. The draws are sure to boast some great tennis, and the fun social events round out the weekend to make this an event to remember. Mike Gooding Head Professional THE PELL CUP 2019 3 We Recognize Those Who Made the National Tennis Court Possible Because the Game We Love Would Not Exist Without the Generosity of Others. — the family of clarry pell ere’s to all the junior players and especially Hour valiant Van Alen team who triumphed over The Australians and The English earlier this summer! — The Ambassador SOCIAL ACTIVITIES THURSDAY, AUGUST 15 5:30 – 7:30 PM: Finger Sandwiches, Beer & Wine | National Tennis Club FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 5:30 – 7:30 PM: Hors d’Oeuvres, Beer & Wine | National Tennis Club SATURDAY, AUGUST 17 7 PM: Cocktails | 8 PM: Dinner | Conanicut Yacht Club, Jamestown Choice of entrees, open to all players. Guests welcome at $75 per person. Cash bar, no checks or credit cards. Appropriate yacht club attire required. SUNDAY, AUGUST 18 10 AM – Noon: Breakfast Sandwiches & Coffee | National Tennis Club THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS DONORS We apologize if your donation was received too late for publication. — THE PELL FAMILY — Haven Pell · Peter Pell, Sr. — CLARRY PELL SPONSORS — Larry Phillips · Frederick Warren · Temple Grassi — GEORGE WHARTON SPONSOR — Anonymous — BARRY TOATES SPONSORS — Amy & Jeremy Wintersteen · Kathy Minevitz · Richard Brickley Geoff Groesbeck · John Damon · Anonymous — PELL ENTHUSIASTS — Joe Tomaino · Beth Winthrop · Francios Verglas John Murphy · Paul Weber · Karen Weber · Jane Lippincott David Thill · Mary Stevens · Steve Fazzini Ross Cann · Peter Arment · Brad Dellenbaugh — PELL SUPPORTERS — Arthur Drane · Paul Trombly · Tom Rowe · Tim O’Shea Steve Ludwig · Arthur Horowitz · Ryan Carey THE PELL CUP 2019 7 CHRONOLOGICAL SCHEDULE OF PLAY THURSDAY DIVISION 9:00 AM N. Shiland / E. Hermann vs T. O’Shea / S. Ludwig E 9:55 AM B. Dellenbaugh / S. Fazzini vs D. Brickley / A. Aldazabal B 10:50 AM J. Murphy / J. Chamberlain vs P. Weber / S. De Voe C-1 11:45 AM P. Dickinson / B. Dickinson vs R. Carey / C. Cushing A 12:40 PM A. Gallo / P. Trombly vs L. Phillips / T. Jones D 1:35 PM K. Minevitz / S. Hodges vs A. Horowitz / R. Carlson E 2:30 PM R. Jasani / G. Handy vs P. Dickinson / B. Dickinson A 3:25 PM A. Gallo / P. Trombly vs D. Christensen / B. Wang D 4:30 PM J. Damon / M. Phillpott vs R. Cann / A. Chapman B 5:25 PM J. Lumley / M. Gooding vs T. Chisholm / J. Dodgson Open 6:20 PM N. Howell / P. Winthrop vs L. Smart / P. Cipriano Open 7:15 PM A. Segal / R. Matheson vs D. Robillard, Jr. / P. Napolitano C-2 8:10 PM P. Bender / B. Katz vs D. Chisholm / T. Yanuzzi C-1 FRIDAY DIVISION 8:00 AM D. Robillard, Jr. / P. Napolitano vs B. Riley / A. Handy C-2 8:55 AM J. Damon / M. Phillpott vs B. Dellenbaugh / S. Fazzini B 9:50 AM N. Shiland / E. Hermann vs K. Minevitz / S. Hodges E 10:45 AM A. Horowitz / R. Carlson vs T. O’Shea / S. Ludwig E 11:40 AM P. Weber / S. De Voe vs D. Chisholm / T. Yanuzzi C-1 12:35 PM C. Heffernan / A. Spangler vs B. Riley / A. Handy C-2 1:30 PM D. Christensen / B. Wang vs D. Thill / P. Arment D 2:25 PM A. Segal / R. Matheson vs C. Heffernan / A. Spangler C-1 3:20 PM P. Winthrop / P. Cipriano vs R. Carey / C. Cushing A 4:15 PM D. Thill / P. Arment vs L. Phillips / T. Jones D 5:10 PM J. Lumley / M. Gooding vs N. Howell / P. Winthrop Open 6:05 PM T. Chisholm / J. Dodgson vs L. Smart / P. Cipriano Open 7:00 PM R. Jasani / G. Handy vs P. Winthrop / P. Cipriano A 7:55 PM P. Bender / B. Katz vs J. Murphy / J. Chamberlain C-1 10 THE PELL CUP 2019 Open A B C D E SATURDAY DIVISION 8:00 AM D. Christensen / B. Wang vs L. Phillips / T. Jones D 8:55 AM R. Cann / A. Chapman vs D. Brickley / A. Aldazabal B 9:50 AM N. Shiland / E. Hermann vs A. Horowitz / R. Carlson E 10:45 AM K. Minevitz / S. Hodges vs T. O’Shea / S. Ludwig E 11:40 AM R. Jasani / G. Handy vs R. Carey / C. Cushing A 12:35 PM N. Howell / P. Winthrop vs T. Chisholm / J. Dodgson Open 1:30 PM J. Lumley / M. Gooding vs L. Smart / P. Cipriano Open 2:25 PM R. Cann / A. Chapman vs B. Dellenbaugh / S. Fazzini B 3:20 PM P. Winthrop / P. Cipriano vs P. Dickinson / B. Dickinson A 4:15 PM A. Segal / R. Matheson vs B. Riley / A. Handy C-2 5:10 PM A. Gallo / P. Trombly vs D. Thill / P. Arment D 6:05 PM C. Heffernan / A. Spangler vs D. Robillard, Jr. / P. Napolitano C-2 SUNDAY DIVISION 8:05 AM P. Bender / B. Katz vs P. Weber / S. De Voe C-1 9:00 AM J. Murphy / J. Chamberlain vs D. Chisholm / T. Yanuzzi C-1 9:55 AM J. Damon / M. Phillpott vs D. Brickley / A. Aldazabal B 10:50 AM vs E-FINAL 11:45 AM vs C-FINAL 12:40 PM vs Open-FINAL 1:35 PM vs A-FINAL 2:30 PM vs D-FINAL 3:25 PM vs B-FINAL THE PELL CUP 2019 11 345 THAMES STREET NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND WWW.MIDTOWNOYSTER.COM.