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<strong>Welcome</strong> <strong>Back</strong><br />
I am delighted to announce that Premier Tennis Travel and Necker Island will be hosting the 2 nd annual Necker Cup, the<br />
world’s most exclusive Pro-Am Tennis event, held on my very own private island, Necker. Last year’s event was a great<br />
success and raised over $1,000,000 for worthy charities.<br />
This year’s event takes place November 12th through the 16th, with loads of fun planned each day. Island activities include<br />
paddle boarding, kite boarding, sailing, snorkeling, and our most recent addition, beach tennis! Your experience will include an<br />
all-inclusive five-day, four-night stay in one of my private Bali Houses or in the recently rebuilt Great House.<br />
This year’s tennis pro-am will be expanded from a 10 to a 16 team draw with two flights based on ability, making it more<br />
competitive for everybody. You will be paired up with either an ATP or WTA current or former player to compete for the 2013<br />
Necker Cup.<br />
On the evening of November 15th, you will be treated to a world class tennis exhibition, dinner, and auction benefiting Virgin<br />
Unite, The National Tennis Foundation and several player charities. We close out your experience with the “End of the World<br />
Party” which will rock into the early hours. All of the festivities will be held on Necker Island this year!<br />
Thanks for your support and see you on Necker!<br />
Cheers!
The Sailboat Race Around Necker Island
Videos & Picture Book<br />
2012 Necker Cup Highlights<br />
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Necker Cup at a Glance<br />
Vision<br />
Enjoy a five-day world class Pro-Am Tennis Event and<br />
Charity Dinner, hosted by Premier Tennis Travel, on Necker<br />
Island November 12th – 16 th , 2013.<br />
Necker Cup Pro-Am<br />
ATP /WTA Tour Players/Legends will be paired up with<br />
sixteen amateur teams of all levels, who will compete in this<br />
fun, spirited tennis event.<br />
Great House<br />
The Necker Island Great House is back and better than ever!<br />
Featuring ten rooms and breathtaking views, guests will be<br />
some of the first to ever experience Necker’s new home.<br />
Island Activities<br />
As well as great tennis, participants can engage in typical<br />
Necker Island activities like paddle boarding, pilates, sailing,<br />
kite boarding, wake boarding, snorkeling, scuba diving,<br />
massage therapy, beach tennis, parties and more.<br />
Format & Rules<br />
A handicapped scoring format will make it competitive for<br />
all tennis levels. Teams consist of one pro and up to two<br />
amateurs. Teams compete to win their bracket and earn a<br />
chance to play in the Necker Cup Final!<br />
The Cause<br />
A portion of event profits and 100% of all live and silent<br />
auction proceeds go to Virgin Unite, The National Tennis<br />
Foundation, and other leading ATP/WTA player charities.<br />
Charity Exhibition, Party, Dinner & Auction<br />
Join us on the final night, after the ATP/WTA Player’s<br />
Exhibition, for the Charity Dinner, Auction and “End of the<br />
World” Party. Relax, grab a drink and make a difference in<br />
the world by bidding on exclusive tennis travel experiences<br />
and select items.
What's New in 2013<br />
The “New” Great House<br />
On August 22, 2011, a fire took place on Necker Island tragically destroying the Great House and its eight rooms and<br />
suites. The rebuild of the Great House will be completed in August 2013 and the result will be very similar to the original<br />
structure, with some new and innovative touches of course!<br />
The new Great House will feature ten rooms<br />
that include a Master Suite and a Bunk<br />
Room. Its imperial main room will be the location for<br />
this year’s Charity Dinner and Auction.<br />
Expanded Draw Including both ATP and WTA Players<br />
This year we will have both ATP and WTA Tour Players and Legends of the game as part of the 2013 Necker Cup. We<br />
have also expanded the draw from 10 to 16 Amateur Teams that will be broken into two flights.
2013 Player Announcement<br />
Rafael Nadal<br />
We are pleased to<br />
announce that 12 Time<br />
Grand Slam Champion,<br />
Rafael Nadal will be<br />
participating in the<br />
2013 Necker Cup!<br />
More Player<br />
Announcements to<br />
follow shortly.<br />
Fast Nadal Facts<br />
• Nadal has won twelve<br />
Grand Slam singles titles<br />
• 8 French Open titles<br />
• 2008 Olympic gold medal in<br />
singles<br />
• 24 ATP World Tour Masters<br />
1,000 tournaments<br />
• A record 14 ATP World Tour<br />
500 tournaments<br />
• Played on the Spain Davis<br />
Cup team that won the<br />
finals in 2004, 2008, 2009<br />
and 2011.
2013 Player Announcement<br />
We are pleased to<br />
announce that Former<br />
World #1 and French<br />
Open Singles Champion<br />
Ana Ivanovic will be<br />
participating in the<br />
2013 Necker Cup!<br />
More Player<br />
Announcements to<br />
follow shortly.
Necker Cup Itinerary<br />
Day 1 - Tuesday, November 12<br />
4:00 pm Reception<br />
4:30 pm Guest Check In<br />
5:00 pm Sail Boat Race<br />
7:00 pm Cocktails<br />
8:00 pm Dinner<br />
Day 2 - Wednesday, November 13<br />
8:00 am Breakfast<br />
9:00am Necker Cup – Early Rounds ( Group A)<br />
12:30 pm Lunch<br />
2:00pm Necker Cup – Early Rounds ( Group B)<br />
6:30 pm Cocktails<br />
8:00 pm Dinner<br />
Day 3 - Thursday,<br />
November 14<br />
Day 4 – Friday, November 15<br />
8:00 am Breakfast<br />
12:30 pm Lunch<br />
5:00 pm Necker Cup Finals/ Charity Pro Tennis Exhibition<br />
6:30 pm Cocktails<br />
8:00 pm “End of the World” Charity Dinner, Auction &<br />
Party<br />
Day 5 – Saturday, November 16<br />
7:30 am Breakfast<br />
10:00 am Depart<br />
*Itinerary Subject to Change<br />
8:00 am Breakfast<br />
9:00 am Necker Cup — Final Rounds ( Group B)<br />
12:30 pm Lunch<br />
2:00 pm Necker Cup — Final Rounds ( Group A)<br />
7:30 pm Cocktails<br />
8:00 pm Dinner
2012 Necker Cup Winners: Leif Thomsen and Mike Bryan
Necker Island Activities<br />
Wind Surfing<br />
Kite Boarding<br />
Spa<br />
Pool / Hot Tub<br />
Snorkeling<br />
Sailing<br />
Paddle Boarding<br />
Wake Boarding<br />
Water Skiing<br />
Beach Tennis
Charity Exhibition, Dinner & Auction<br />
Charity Exhibition, Dinner, Auction and Party<br />
We are proud to report that the Necker Cup helped raise over $1,000,000 for The National Tennis Foundation, Virgin Unite, The<br />
British Virgin Islands Lawn Tennis Association, the Novak Djokovic Foundation, the Bryan Brothers Foundation and the John &<br />
Patty McEnroe Foundation. This year we hope to have equal success through our Charity Exhibition, Dinner, Auction and<br />
Party, which will be held on Necker Island on November 15 th , 2013. 100% of all money raised through the Live and Silent<br />
Auction and a percent of Necker Cup event profits go directly to affiliated charities.<br />
ATP / WTA Pro Tennis Exhibition<br />
The 2012 exhibition matches featured the World # 1 Doubles Team of Bob and Mike Bryan taking on Grand Slam legends Mark<br />
Knowles and Murphy Jensen. This doubles event was followed by a singles match featuring World #1 Novak Djokovic vs.<br />
Tommy Haas. Sir Richard Branson, Jelena Ristic and local BVI ball kids joined in for some fun after the match. Spectators<br />
received courtside seating, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while they enjoyed the perfect Caribbean weather.<br />
Dinner, Silent & Live Auction<br />
The 2012 auction dinner was the event to remember. Guests mixed and mingled with Sir Richard Branson, ATP / WTA Necker<br />
Cup pros and participants at the “End of the World” dinner and auction. The auction alone raised more than $500,000 as<br />
guests bid on top tennis experiences, memorabilia, and travel packages as they relaxed with competitors, friends and new<br />
acquaintances. 100% of proceeds went to Virgin Unite, The National Tennis Foundation, and other ATP / WTA player charities.<br />
* All final night festivities including the exhibition to be held on Necker Island in 2013.
The 2012 Necker Cup raised over $1,000,000 for worthy Charities.
Who Benefits in 2013
2012 “End of the World” Party<br />
Every guest received a surprise invitation from Sir Richard Branson to join him on Necker Island for a<br />
bash with the Bryan Bros Band featuring Mike, Bob & Wayne Bryan, Counting Crow’s Jim Bogios and<br />
American Idol’s Michael Johns.
2013 Necker Cup Package<br />
Necker Cup Player Package<br />
Player Package is for two (2) Amateurs in the Necker Cup. Participants will have the unique opportunity to stay on Necker<br />
Island.<br />
Package Price<br />
$100,000 for two (2) people, with $10,000 of the price made payable to the National Tennis Foundation as a charitable<br />
donation for the Charity Exhibition, Dinner, Auction and “End of the World” Party that benefits The National Tennis<br />
Foundation, Virgin Unite and leading ATP/WTA player foundations. The National Tennis Foundation is a 501(c)(3)<br />
organization and part of your contribution to The Necker Cup Charity Event may qualify as a charitable deduction for U.S.<br />
federal income tax purposes. Please consult with your tax advisor to determine whether your donation is deductible.<br />
Package Includes:<br />
• All meals and drinks (including all alcoholic beverages)<br />
• Transfers to/from Virgin Gorda or Beef Island airports<br />
• Team entry for up to two (2) players into the Necker Cup Main Draw<br />
• Entry into the Charity Exhibition, Dinner, Auction & Party – Friday, November 15 th , Necker Island<br />
• Use of all amenities on Necker Island (excluding spa treatments)<br />
• Boat transfers around Virgin Gorda
Standard Registration Rules<br />
Necker Island – Player Packages<br />
Registration Rules for the 2013 Necker Cup. Based on receiving payment in full by bank wire.<br />
Registration for Necker Cup Participants, July 1 st – October 15 th , 2013<br />
• Pick your Villa / Room: Bali House/ Room selection will be based on a first paid in full, first choice basis.<br />
• Pick your Player: WTA / ATP Player partner selection will also be based on a first paid in full, first choice basis.<br />
Partner selection will take place at the welcome dinner on the first evening.<br />
• Team Package Price: Standard Registration Fee for the 2013 Necker Cup is $100,000 for two (2) people.<br />
• Charitable Contribution/Tax Deduction: $10,000 of your Necker Cup Team Package Price will be payable to the<br />
National Tennis Foundation as a charitable donation for the Charity Exhibition, Dinner, Auction and “End of the<br />
World” Party that benefits The National Tennis Foundation, Virgin Unite and leading ATP/WTA player foundations.<br />
The National Tennis Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization and part of your contribution to The Necker Cup Charity<br />
Event may qualify as a charitable deduction for U.S. federal income tax purposes. Please consult with your tax<br />
advisor to determine whether your donation is deductible.
Early Registration Rules<br />
Early Registration is an exclusive offer for returning 2012 Necker Cup amateur participants only.<br />
The following registration rules apply for the 2013 Necker Cup, based on receiving payment in full by bank wire.<br />
Early Registration is Open to 2012 Necker Cup Participants from June 1 st – June 30 th 2013<br />
• Invite Your Friends: Early Registration will be open exclusively to last year’s Necker Cup Attendees from 10:00 am<br />
June 1 st - June 30 th , 2013. During this time you will have the ability to invite any of your friends to participate in the<br />
2013 Necker Cup or WTT Legends Tennis Camp at nearby Rosewood Little Dix Bay.<br />
• Pick your Villa / Room: Bali House/ Room selection will be on a first paid in full, first served basis, established by<br />
the date & time bank wire is received.<br />
• Pick your Player: All returning guests who pay in full on or before June 15 th , 2013 will be entered into a lottery to<br />
select their ATP / WTA pros at the the welcome dinner on the first evening.<br />
• No Team Package Price Increase: For all participants of the 2012 inaugural Necker Cup, there will not be an<br />
increase from last year’s price of $95,000 for the (2 person) Team Travel Package Price. This special price will also<br />
be available to your friends who pay in full during the initial registration period. All participants who register during<br />
Standard Reservation Dates will be charged the new rate of $100,000.<br />
On July 1st, 2013 registration will open to the public and we anticipate that the few remaining spots will book quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions<br />
Q. Can I come alone?<br />
A. Yes, of course. However, you will be required to pay the<br />
full price of a package.<br />
Q. Can a spouse or companion come? Can they play on<br />
my team?<br />
A. Yes they can. Each team can have up to two amateurs<br />
paired with a pro. The Necker Cup will include two full<br />
days of tennis and your team can decide who will play<br />
each round with your pro. Please note that you cannot<br />
switch team members in the middleof a match.<br />
Q. Can more than two people play on a Necker Cup<br />
Pro-Am Team?<br />
A. We are willing to pair up two singles, but mutual<br />
introductions will need to be made in advance to ensure<br />
compatibility.<br />
Q. How much time will Sir Richard Branson spend with<br />
us?<br />
A. Richard will be participating in all major event activities<br />
such as the “End of the World” Party and Auction. He will<br />
also be a Celebrity Pro during the Necker Cup.<br />
Q. How do you assign Pros?<br />
A. Pros are picked by lottery during the welcome dinner,<br />
based on the order reservations were received with<br />
full payment.<br />
Q. How are accommodations selected?<br />
A. Accommodations are picked in order reservations<br />
were received with full payment. Guests can select<br />
preferred room or villa based on remaining<br />
availability.<br />
Q. What is the attire for the trip?<br />
A. Beach casual for all activities including Charity<br />
Exhibition, Dinner and Party.<br />
Q. Can children attend the Necker Cup?<br />
A. The Necker Cup is designed for adult guests and<br />
activities may not be suitable for minors. However,<br />
with an additional charge, guests may bring children<br />
based on room / villa type and availability.
For More Information:<br />
Trevor Short<br />
trevor@premiertennistravel.com<br />
(615) 498-9087
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