ALBION, Mich. – Paul “Skip” Ungrodt, ’52, passed along his passion for the game he loves to current and future Albion College varsity tennis players with today’s dedication of the new indoor tennis facility at Albion College—Ungrodt Tennis Center.

With four courts, indirect lighting and two coaches offices inside, the Center is Albion’s new state-of-the-art addition to the Dow Wellness and Recreation Center and home to the men and women Briton tennis teams.

Above: Albion College varsity tennis players present Paul ‘Skip’ Ungrodt (second from right) with a giant
tennis racket and ball symbolizing his giant commitment to Briton athletics.

Dedication ceremonies included recognition of another major contributor to the Center’s construction. Kirk Leighton, ’67, addressed the well-wishers and friends of Albion College during Friday’s ceremonies. Leighton, like Ungrodt, was a member of the Briton tennis team during his years at Albion.

Above: Addressing scores of Briton athletics fans, Kirk Leighton puts into perspective what the new Center
will provide for on-going student-athlete success at Albion College.

The afternoon’s program balanced formality with fun. Albion College president Peter T. Mitchell (above, second from right) donned his Wimbledon whites for a festive match on Kresge Court #3 (see below).

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