Pete Brown Junior Tennis Program Launches Tech Center in LA with Support From Acer
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LOS ANGELES - Californer -- The Pete Brown Junior Tennis Program has opened its first Community Technology Center at Jackie Tatum / Harvard Recreation Center, thanks to a generous donation from Acer America. The center provides critical technology access to underserved children in South Los Angeles, marking a significant milestone for the program.

Located within a Los Angeles Police Department Community Safety Partnership (CSP) sub-station, the technology center offers a safe environment for children to complete homework, learn digital skills, and enjoy recreational online activities. Acer America donated a full range of technology, including Chromebooks, TravelMate laptops, gaming PCs, and monitors.

"This tech center is a game changer for our young athletes and students," said Marty Woods, Executive Director of the Pete Brown Junior Tennis Program. "By providing in demand technology in a safe, supportive environment, we're empowering our kids to explore new opportunities, enhance their academic skills, and prepare to be future champions on and off the court. This isn't just about computers or tennis – it's about opening doors and changing the trajectories for children in our community."

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The center combines the program's long standing commitment to youth development with the latest technology, enabling students to gain skills for careers of the future in coding, animation, game development, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and more. Strategically integrating technology education with sports training, health, nutrition, academics, and cultural exploration, the initiative supports the intellectual and personal growth of South Los Angeles youth.

ABOUT PETE BROWN JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM

Founded in 2009, the Pete Brown Junior Tennis Program is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based at the Jackie Tatum / Harvard Recreation Center in South Los Angeles. Our mission is to grow and promote junior tennis as a transformative platform for developing character, physical fitness, and lifetime achievement.

We provide comprehensive support to underserved youth through tennis instruction, mentoring, health and fitness training, mental wellness, and academic support—all offered at little or no charge to children and their families. By creating opportunities that leverage tennis, education, and community engagement, we empower young people to reach their highest potential.

For additional information about the Pete Brown Junior Tennis Program or its community initiatives, please contact pbsf2009@aol.com or visit http://www.pbjtp.com.