Dwight Global's Travel Tennis Team is a Win-Win

Launched in September 2023, the Dwight Global Traveling Tennis Team is a huge win for parents, students, and the Dwight Global community.

The team was inspired by the partnership between Dwight Global and the ITFJ (International Tennis Federation Juniors) that was established in August 2023 and developed for the dozens of pre-professional players who attend Dwight Global Online School. The team has already successfully competed in tournaments in Costa Rica and Uruguay.

It’s so important to be able to compete on the ITF tour while still being able to participate and complete classes,” said Livia Pett, a grade 10 student from London. “Being able to join a group that shares the same aspirations and completes the same schooling is important, and offers stress relief!

The team provides opportunities for students to play ITF tournaments all over the world under the watchful eye of top coaches and chaperones. Players experience new cultures, gain exposure to international competition, and train, study and compete together. The program is open to performance players in grades 6-12, and students may join for just one tournament or for multiple trips. Competition match play is prioritized alongside academic experiences. The trips also provide a chance for sightseeing to historical sites and cultural outings. In Costa Rica, for example, students visited a coffee farm, a lagoon, and the most famous active volcano in the country.

Gabriela Finchelstein, a New York City sophomore, says, “I loved being able to travel with other student athletes facing international competition while still being able to keep up with my school work. The memories I have made are truly unforgettable and I will incorporate all the skills I learned both on court and off the court in the future.”

With this program,” said Team Coordinator Zackary Harron, parent of ITFJ ranked Eaden Zack Harron ’27, “Dwight Global once again underscores its dedication to fostering global citizens who possess the skills, experience, and confidence to shine on the world stage.

DWIGHT GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURS MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE

Shubham Kumar ’24 lives in Dubai, travels frequently with his family, and has a deep passion for tech and innovation. His startup company, LeapCharger, installs cuttingedge charging stations for electric vehicles and is committed to driving sustainable transportation into the future.

Samik Krishnan ’24 created One Pair Charity to address the need for proper eye care and to reduce landfill waste. One Pair Charity collects and distributes gently used eyeglasses around the world and works in partnership with leading eye hospitals, ophthalmologists, and optical stores to fund and provide eye surgeries for those in need.

Samik Krishnan ’24 created One Pair Charity to address the need for proper eye care and to reduce landfill waste. One Pair Charity collects and distributes gently used eyeglasses around the world and works in partnership with leading eye hospitals, ophthalmologists, and optical stores to fund and provide eye surgeries for those in need.