Saint PaulUrban Tennis
Saint Paul Urban Tennis uses sports to inspire community.
“ It’s not just about tennis, it’s about becoming better human beings and contributing to society.”
Song Thao, executive director
More than a Game
Tennis is more than a game for Song Thao, executive director of Saint Paul Urban Tennis (SPUT). For Song and many of the students, workers and trainers at SPUT, tennis provides an avenue for self-development, discovery and leadership.
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