The Phillip Thomas Memorial Tournament is an annual tennis event held in honour of Phillip Thomas, whose life and legacy continue to inspire our community.
Phillip grew up at the Calgary Tennis Club and developed a lifelong love for the sport. A talented athlete, student, and teammate, Phillip competed at a high level while studying Computer Science and Mathematics at the University of Calgary.
Phillip battled anxiety and depression throughout his life and tragically passed away in 2019 at the age of 25.
This tournament was created to honour Phillip’s memory while raising awareness and funds to support youth mental health initiatives through the Canadian Mental Health Association – Calgary Region (CMHA Calgary).