Game. Set. Match. Advantage Sioux Falls!!

Presentation GoalsWHO makes up the SFTA?WHY is a public indoor tennis center

needed?WHAT is the vision?WHERE do we plan to build it?WHEN is the goal to open it?HOW can you make a difference?

Who makes up the SFTA?The goal of the SFTA, a non profit 501(c)(3), is to

build the first public indoor tennis facility in Sioux Falls. Tennis will become accessible to everyone regardless of skill, age and economic background.

No matter weather conditions, hot or cold, rain or snow, the sport of tennis will be enjoyed.

The stewards working hard to build the CITC which will enhance the quality of life in Sioux Falls.

Bill Townsend Mary Thompson Mike McInerney

Cindy Huether Matt Johnson Jen Sohre

Lou Bosch Jennifer Kirby Keith Thompson

Why is a public indoor tennis facility needed?

Quality of LifeWinter/Fall public tennis programs are nonexistentPrivate courts “leave out” many due to expense, lack of

availability and exclusionaryColleges/Universities can not compete at higher levelsHeavy Demand from public/private school based athleticsShort courts, Special Olympics, wheelchair tennis, pickleball

expands our reachTennis is truly a “Sport for Life”

Economic ImpactTournaments/Events to bring over $2 million into SF

economySioux Falls can REGAIN status as top Midwest tennis destinationCan capitalize on Division I, Division II college conference tournament opportunitiesRetain and attract employees

Sioux Falls lags far behind other cold weather cities. City Population Indoor CourtsRochester, MN 104,000 16 Lincoln, NE 225,000 16 Rapid City, SD 60,000 7 Fargo, ND 96,000 7 Sioux Falls, SD 160,000 6 (Sioux Empire Fitness 4, Westward Ho CC 2)

Based on USTA projections, the Sioux Falls MetroArea could support at least 15 indoor tennis courts(235,000 with 15,000 people per court in cold weather climate).

What is the vision?

Steel Frame 46,000 square foot facility Self sustaining facility Seven championship courts Men and Women’s Locker Rooms Classrooms Public Viewing/Social Area Office/Small Pro Area

Where do we plan to build it?

Sanford Sports Complex

Ice

Tennis

Basketball

Field House

Football

When is the goal to open it?Groundbreaking Fall of 2013Estimate six months to buildRibbon Cutting Spring of 2014Estimated cost of 3.5 million

This Is Our Chance. The Time Is Now!

This is a Public/Private Partnership

Goal To Date % of Goal

City of SF $500,000 $500,000 100%Private donors $2,000,000 $1,200,000 60%Chamber Drive $1,000,000 starts April 2013

Total: $3,500,000 $1,375,000

Donated Land ($1/year lease)Shared ParkingInfrastructure Needs MetSioux Falls Sports and Entertainment District

How can you make a difference?Community Indoor Tennis Center Gifting

Opportunities

Level Recognition$1,000,000 Facility Naming Rights

$125,000 One Court Named

$100,000 Public Viewing Area Named

$75,000 Various Naming Rights for

classrooms, reception area, locker rooms, office

$50,000 Donor Recognition Wall- Match Level

$25,000 Donor Recognition Wall- Set Level

$10,000 Donor Recognition Wall- Game- Level

*Donations may be paid up to a five year commitment*

Sioux Falls Chamber Appeal Drive

Starts April 1, 2013 Ends July 31, 2013Goal $1,000,000Co-Chairs

Steve Metli Jerry Nachtigal Bill Townsend

smetli@sio.midco.net jerry.d.nachtigal@citi.com

btownsend@howalt-mcdowell.com

Leadership TeamSteve Landon Carolyn WinchellMark Millage Tom Simmons

Join Our Cheerleaders. Help Spread the Word.

Thank you!

Questions?Lou Bosch: lbosch1028@sio.midco.netCindy Huether: cshuether@sio.midco.netMatt Johnson: mjohnson@augie.eduJennifer Kirby: jenkirby31@gmail.comMike McInerney: mtglogistics@msn.comMary Thompson: mht10s@msn.comKeith Thompson: kthompson@kochharzard.comBill Townsend: btownsend@howaltmcdowell.com

Look who has already joined the team

Al and Carol Johnson Dr. Mark and Jean Bubak Jason Owan Randy Cowan

Anthony and Myriam Sierra Dr. Pat and Kathy McGreevy Joe and Jennifer Kirby Richard and Michelle Vandemark

Becky Fiala Dr. Rick and Suzanne Rauschenbach John and Lou Bosch Richard and Tamara Seipel

Bill and Lorrae Lindquist Drew and Tina Reeves Jon and Suzanne Veenis Richard Sabers

Bill and Theresa Townsend Earl and Diane Reese Karen Heege Rick and Marcia Entwistle

Brian and Janet Bird Ed and Bridget Czarnecki Karen Koob RJ and Mary Thompson

Chris and Robin Houwman Frank and Barb Rance Kent Cutler Robert and Kristine O’Connell

Dan and Lydia Healy Fred Fischer Memorial Kevin and Kristen Plank Robert and Rita Elmen

Dana and Michelle Loseke George and Stephanie Gongopolous Liz Donohue Roger and Carol Stewart

Dave and Becky Nelson George Sercl Marcia Chicoine Ronald and Joanne Moquist

Dave and De Knudson Glen and Amy Herrick Mary Jane Fenn Roy Kaplan

David and Julie Elson Greg and Kris Ticknor Matt and Melissa Johnson Scott and Rhonda Lockwood

Dennis and Patsy Holzwarth Greg and Meg Johnson Michael McInerney SDACF- Small Grant Fund

Don and Katie Barnes Gregg and JJ Gohl Jerstad Family Foundation SDHOF- Love Tennis Grant

Don and Shelly Kosiak Henry and Margaret Trysla Mike and Susie Heineman SF Indoor Tennis Committee

Dr. Diane Bottolfson and Dr. Bruce Prouse Holiday Inn Express Mike , Cindy and Kylie Huether Steve and Kathy Sanford

Dr. Donald Knudson Howes Oil, Inc Nathan and Susan Quello Steve and Nancy McLaughlin

Dr. Fred and Ann Entwistle Jamie and Susie Simko Pat Townsend Steve and Shannon Van Buskirk

Dr. James Breit Jason and Susan Hurd Paul and Koni Schiller TJ and Reardon & Mary Pat Sweetman

Dr. Marian and Andrea Petrasko Jason and Wanda Harris Paul and Michelle Lavallee Team Tennis Challenge

Terry and Linda Nielsen Tom and Melissa Howes Vaughn and Joann Meyer William L Baker

Drew and Melissa Nielsen Volins Racquet and Soccer Troy and Karen Leonard Troy and Canne Schmidt

USTA/Northern Legends Grant John and Mary Simko