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The Sony Ericsson WTA Tour is the world’s largest premier professional sport for women with more than 2,200 players representing 96 nations competing for more than $86 million in prize money at the Tour’s 54 events and four Grand Slams in 31 countries.
More than 5 million people attended women’s tennis events in 2009 with millions more watching events on television networks around the world. The Family Circle Cup has played a critical role in the growth of the WTA Tour, and as one of the longest running events in the world, this tournament continues to showcase the best in women's tennis.
Credential Applications:
Applications become available each January. Please read the Media Information Letter so that you have all necessary information to cover this event. Our editable PDF's enable you to enter your info with your computer, print, & submit your application via fax.
2010 Forms: Media Information Letter - Media / Photographer Credential Application
Media Hotel:
Aloft Charleston Airport & Convention Center
4875 Tanger Outlet Boulevard, North Charleston, SC 29418
Ph: (843) 566-7300 / Web site
Media Rate: $109/night
*Contact Michael Saia for required reservation discount code.
All Access Hour:
Be sure to attend this special Media-Only event to be held in the Saulisbury Business Machines Media Center from 2:00pm - 3:00pm on Monday, April 12, 2010. The Top 8 seeds will be available for a full hour of round table conversations and photos.
Attention Photographers:
All photographers who need on-court access (including TV photogs & talent) need to submit a photo with their credential application. E-mail a JPG head shot to Michael Saia at the time you fax in your application. *If you submitted a photo in the past, then you will not have to submit another.
Michael Saia - Communications Manager
Family Circle Cup - 161 Seven Farms Drive - Charleston, SC - 29492
P: (843) 849-3153 - F: (843) 849-5392 - E-mail: Michael.Saia@familycirclecup.com
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