The 2025 Texas Tennis Museum and Hall of Fame Banquet will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in Waco, Texas.

Address: 1108 South University Parks Drive, Waco, TX 76706

• 3:00–5:00 p.m. – Hotel Check-in and Welcome

• 5:00–6:00 p.m. – Self-Guided Tours of the Texas Tennis Museum and Hall of Fame

• 6:00–7:00 p.m. – Cocktail Reception with live music and drinks

• 7:00–9:00 p.m. – Program, Seated Dinner, and Hall of Fame Inductions

• David Davis

• Emily Schaefer

• Ken Sumrow

• Kimm Ketelsen

Individual tickets and tables for eight are available for purchase online. Regular pricing runs through October 10, 2025, and last-chance tickets—subject to availability—will be offered through October 20, 2025. Don’t miss your spot at this year’s celebration!

Purchase Tickets

Yes. Our official banquet hotel is Element Waco, located just minutes from the Texas Sports Hall of Fame.

$159/night Standard King

$189/night Double Queen The group rate includes:

• Complimentary Wi-Fi

• Free parking

• Daily breakfast

A 48-hour cancellation policy applies. Book by September 24, 2025 to ensure you receive the special rate.

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No physical ticket is required. We will have a guest list at check-in.

• Access to self-guided museum tours (including new installations)

• Cocktail reception with live music and drinks

• Seated dinner during the program

• An inspiring evening celebrating Texas tennis history

Business or cocktail attire is recommended.

We’ve designed the day so you can celebrate at your own pace. If you’d like to make a full day of it—reconnecting with friends and enjoying extra time together—join us for early festivities starting at 3:00 p.m. at the Element Waco. Prefer a shorter schedule? Simply arrive in time for the cocktail reception at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner and the program.

Yes, free parking is available at the Texas Sports Hall of Fame.

Yes. Guests can enjoy complimentary beer, wine, and a special signature cocktail crafted just for the occasion.

If multiple tickets are purchased, guests will be seated together. We are also happy to accommodate specific seating requests, provided they are submitted at least two weeks prior to the event. This advance notice allows our team to finalize arrangements and ensure the best possible experience for all attendees.

Yes. The Texas Sports Hall of Fame is fully handicap accessible, including accessible restrooms. If you need any special accommodations, please let us know in advance so we can ensure your visit is comfortable.

We are happy to accommodate dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, as well as common food allergies. Please be sure to include this information when purchasing your ticket or contact us directly no later than two weeks before the event.

Yes, children are welcome. Please purchase a ticket for each attendee who requires their own seat and meal. Infants who can be held and do not require a meal may attend at no charge.

Only service animals are permitted inside the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Pets and emotional support animals are not allowed. If you require a service animal, please let us know in advance.

Yes. For those unable to attend in person, the induction ceremony will be live-streamed so you can celebrate with us from anywhere. Please use the links below:

YouTube Live Stream: https://youtube.com/live/XORqh0t9Zxo?feature=share

Facebook Live Stream: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CvCaiqH3k/

The Texas Tennis Museum and Hall of Fame is an independent organization dedicated exclusively to preserving and celebrating the history of tennis in Texas. While we are located within the Texas Sports Hall of Fame complex in Waco and enjoy a strong partnership, we operate separately with our own board, mission, and programs. During the banquet at the Texas Sports Hall of Fame, you will have access to multiple museums under one roof, including the Texas High School Football Hall of Fame and the Southwest Conference (SWC) exhibits, in addition to the Texas Sports Hall of Fame and the Texas Tennis Museum and Hall of Fame.

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