NewsSouth Florida Caribbean NewsAugust 14, 2026Miami-Dade
PPIVOTT launches '1000 Tennis Balls' initiative as Kingston prepares for ATP Challenger tournament
PPIVOTT LLC is launching a grassroots initiative to provide tennis equipment and instruction to underserved communities in Jamaica, while Odyssey Sports Management prepares to host the first ATP Challenger tournament in the English-speaking Caribbean. The Kingston Open will take place at the Liguanea Club in two back-to-back sessions starting August 16.
Read the full story at South Florida Caribbean NewsWhy It Matters
The Kingston Open introduces international professional tennis competition to Jamaica, while the '1000 Tennis Balls' program aims to increase local youth access to the sport through equipment donations and training.
Key Facts
- The Kingston Open is the first ATP Challenger tournament held in the English-speaking Caribbean.
- The Kingston Open consists of two back-to-back tournaments: Aug. 16-22 and Aug. 23-29.
- The tournament will be held at the Liguanea Club in Kingston, Jamaica.
- PPIVOTT LLC and Odyssey Sports Management have ended their business relationship.
- PPIVOTT is launching the '1000 Tennis Balls' initiative to provide equipment and instruction to underserved youth.
- The first grassroots tennis programming will occur at the Anthony Spaulding Sports Complex in Arnett Gardens.
- Tennis & Technology LLC has secured 500 tennis balls for the initiative so far.
Who's Mentioned
personLarry Dillion“Representative of Tennis & Technology LLC.”organizationPPIVOTT LLC“Company launching the 1000 Tennis Balls initiative.”organizationOdyssey Sports Management“Organizer of the Kingston Open tennis tournament.”otherKingston Open“ATP Challenger tennis tournament.”personO’Neil Walters“CEO of PPIVOTT LLC.”organizationTennis & Technology LLC“Partner in securing tennis balls for the initiative.”locationLiguanea Club“Venue for the Kingston Open.”locationAnthony Spaulding Sports Complex“First location for the 1000 Tennis Balls programming.”