Dear CTTA Family,
On January 31, 2025, my good friend and CTTA supporter, Ruel Saint-Mark Hill's life was tragically taken in the most unimaginable way. While Mr. Hill was dropping his sons off on that dreadful Friday evening, he was shot by a neighbor who said, "I thought it was a bad person sitting in the car." Another innocent man's life ended due to senseless gun violence. Ruel was the father of four wonderful children, three of which have been a part of the CTTA tennis family for more than 10 years. He was a kind man who loved his family and who cared about people in general. He often helped me on and off the tennis courts with my CTTA kids and never complained. My heart is broken. I am angry, sad, and confused as to why something so awful could happen to such a caring and giving person. In honor of his legacy and to help support his four children, Oasis now 18 and attending college, Ett age 16, Uriel age 14, and his oldest, Adia age 20, CTTA is asking for donations. Please consider helping CTTA support and show love to this wonderful family. Donations can be made via Cash App, PayPal, or by visiting our website. 100% of all donations will be given directly to the Hill children on behalf of CTTA. Ruel will be celebrated Sunday, February 16, 2025, from 3 pm - 6 pm at The Cathedral, located at 2403 E. 16th Street, Austin, Texas 78702. If you have any questions or concerns or other ways you’d like to help, please contact me at (512) 466-6545 or my personal email at [email protected]. I thank you in advance for your generosity, your kindness, and your continued support. With love and condolences to the Hill Family, Sarah Pernell, CTTA President |
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Established in August 1997, CTTA's mission is to promote the sport of tennis and to give the youth in the inner city of Austin, particularly in East Austin, the opportunity to participate in a sport they would not otherwise be exposed, while making it more affordable for all.
Today, CTTA not only provides tennis clinics to kids, adults, and seniors but mentoring/tutoring, science/math/reading clubs, computer skills, and social needs to thousands in Austin and surrounding communities. |
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