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TMI Episcopal tennis player expands access to tennis through nonprofit: ‘Tennis 4 all’
By Ashley Gonzalez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
School may be out for the summer, but for one North Side student-athlete at TMI Episcopal, the work never stops.Philippe Jones is a rising junior and tennis player who fell in love with the sport in elementary school. That passion led Jones to create ‘Tennis 4 All,’ a nonprofit organization dedic...
Key takeaway That passion led Jones to create ‘Tennis 4 All,’ a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to tennis for young people.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The efforts of TMI Episcopal student-athlete Philippe Jones to expand access to tennis through his nonprofit 'Tennis 4 All' resonate deeply in San Antonio , where community-driven initiatives often play a vital role in shaping opportunities for young people. By collecting and donating gently used tennis equipment to communities worldwide, Jones is not only sharing his passion for the sport but also addressing disparities in access to recreational activities. San Antonio's own demographics, with a significant portion of its population being Hispanic, make Jones' recent shipment to Colombia particularly noteworthy, as it underscores the potential for local initiatives to have a global impact. As Jones continues to work towards his goal of giving more young people the opportunity to experience tennis, his mission may also inspire other local students to explore ways to use their interests and talents to drive positive change in their communities.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? School may be out for the summer, but for one North Side student-athlete at TMI Episcopal, the work never stops.Philippe Jones is a rising junior and tennis player who fell in love with the sport in elementary school. That passion led Jones to create ‘Tennis 4 All,’ a nonprofit organization dedic...
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