1911 Group x SMU Tennis
An afternoon at the Banner House Pavilion
On Sunday, October 18th, the 1911 Group is teaming up with SMU Tennis for an exclusive on-court fundraiser: Pros vs. Joes. Fifty guests will step onto the court at Banner House Pavilion for an afternoon of drills, mini-matches, and head-to-head play against SMU's own student-athletes and coaching staff — no tennis background required, just competitive streak and a love for SMU. Every dollar raised goes directly to the SMU Tennis program.
Get ticketsDate
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Time
3:00 PM – 5:30 PM CT
Location
Banner House Pavilion
Dallas, Texas
What's included
- Skill-building drills led by the SMU Tennis coaching staff
- Mixed doubles and short-set matches against SMU student-athletes
- Post-play reception with the team at Banner House Pavilion
- All-levels format — no tennis background required
- Intimate setting — capped at 50 guests
- 100% of proceeds go to the SMU Tennis Team
On court
How the afternoon plays out
An all-levels format built for access, not competition. No ranking, no pressure — just real time on court with the Mustangs.
Warm-up
Drills with the coaches
Guests rotate through skill stations led by SMU Tennis coaching staff — footwork, serve mechanics, and rally control.
Play
Matches vs. the team
Short-set and mixed doubles play against current SMU student-athletes. Everyone gets time on court.
Wind down
Reception with the Mustangs
Drinks and conversation with players and coaches to close out the afternoon at Banner House Pavilion.
Buy tickets
$500 per guest, capped at 50 guests — your total updates live.
Guest Admission
$500
- •Admission to the Banner House Pavilion reception
- •Food and drinks throughout the afternoon
- •Meet SMU Tennis student-athletes and coaches
- •100% of proceeds go to the SMU Tennis Team
Add a gift to the program
100% of donations support Mustang tennis scholarships, travel, and facilities.
Subtotal
$0
Support from the sideline
Online auction
Can't make it to the court? Bid on a set of experiences with the SMU Tennis program. Bidding opens ahead of October 18 and closes live at the event.
Coaching
Item 01
Private lesson with the head coach
A one-hour, one-on-one session with SMU's Head Tennis Coach, including on-court technique work and video review.
Bidding opens soon
Match day
Item 02
Courtside four-pack vs. an ACC rival
Four front-row seats to a marquee home ACC matchup this season, with pre-match access to meet the team.
Bidding opens soon
On court
Item 03
Be a ball kid for a day
You and a guest suit up as official ball kids for a home SMU Tennis match, with full on-court access.
Bidding opens soon
Keepsake
Item 04
Team-signed racquet
An official racquet signed by the full 2026–27 SMU Tennis roster, presented in a display case.
Bidding opens soon
Hospitality
Item 05
Match-day VIP hospitality for six
A reserved hospitality tent for six at a home match, with catering, drinks, and premium sideline seating.
Bidding opens soon
Play
Item 06
Doubles with a Mustang
Grab a partner and play a friendly doubles set alongside a current SMU Tennis student-athlete.
Bidding opens soon
Auction items are proposed and pending confirmation with the SMU Tennis coaching staff.