Play Tennis Day
About Play Tennis Day
When is Play Tennis Day? This holiday is always celebrated on February 23
Today is Play Tennis Day, and a great day to play. After all, it’s the objective of this February 23 holiday. Millions of us, young and old, play this high-energy game. Because it is mid-winter, you may be limited to an indoor court if available. Or, perhaps you will play table tennis.
Millions of Americans enjoy playing tennis. In addition to being a good sport, it’s good exercise, too. If you are looking to get in shape and keep in shape, then this is the sport for you.
Most Famous Table Tennis Player: Forrest Gump in the classic mega-movie Forrest Gump.
Types of Tennis
You can play this game i singles, mixed doubles, and matched sets. It is also played in a wheelchair. The creator of this day is unknown, and there is a lack of documentation about this holiday. As a result, we can’t be certain what type of tennis we should celebrate. So, let’s celebrate them all. They include:
- Tennis – as played on a full-sized court.
- Table Tennis
- Lawn Tennis
- Beach Tennis
How to Celebrate Play Tennis Day
Whether you play indoors or out, there are a variety of ways to play this game.
- Play a round or two with friends.
- Watch the movie, Forrest Gump.
- If it’s snowing outside, play table tennis.
- Learn more about your favorite famous male and female players.
- Buy a new racket.
- Attend or make plans to attend the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island.
Thought for Today
“I don’t always go the extra mile, but when I do it’s because I’ve missed my exit.”
History and Origin of Play Tennis Day
Our research into this day proved rather difficult. There are many organizations that have declared a “Play Tennis Day” or a “Tennis Day”. They are largely one-time, local events. And, despite our research efforts, we can’t be certain what type of tennis this day was created for. It made the search for documentation about this day quite difficult. Both the internet and old Encyclopedias were no help either.
Reader Comments:
“Could it be that on this date in 1874, Walter Wingfield of Pimlico, England, patented the game of lawn tennis?” Barry Foster
This Day in History
In addition to Play Tennis Day, here are some things that happened on this day:
- Tootsie Rolls roll into stores across America. Created by Leo Hirshfield. (1896)
- Walt Disney releases Pinocchio to movie theaters. (1940)
- American actress Dakota Fanning was born on this day in 1994.
More February 23 Holidays
Besides Play Tennis Day, here are more February 23 holidays to celebrate and enjoy:
More About Today
This Day in History – Indeed, many other important events occurred on this date. See what happened on this date in history.
Famous February Birthdays – Did you ever wonder what famous people share your birth date? If so, then find out now!
Ecards – Send a free Ecard daily for Play Tennis Day or just about any February calendar holiday, occasion, observance, or event. Without a doubt, it’s fun for both the sender and the recipient.
Flower of the Day: Scarlet Runner Bean
Recipe of the Day: Cranberry Orange Oatmeal Cookies
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Did You Know? Furthermore, in addition to Play Tennis Day. there are literally thousands of daily holidays, special events, and observances, more than one for every day of the year. and many of these holidays are new. People and organizations are creating new holidays regularly. February holidays are no exception. Consequently, at Holiday Insights, we take great efforts to thoroughly research and document the details of each one, as completely and accurately as possible.
