D. BROWARD CRAIG: IN MEMORIAM

Published: Thursday, December 12, 2009

It is with deep regret that the Board of Directors and members of the International Tennis Club of the United States marks the passing of its former Secretary and President, D. Broward Craig. Broward first joined the IC in 1950, having participated in the Prentice Cup as a member of the Harvard-Yale Team. Thereafter, as a result of his leadership, judgment, and interpersonal skills, he advanced the objectives of the Club both at home and abroad. He improved communications with the members and increased dramatically the number of opportunities for women and men to participate in international competitions. He represented the USIC at the Council of International Clubs with integrity and diplomacy, contributing greatly to the overall benefit of the International IC movement.

Most recently, Broward chaired the USIC Diamond Jubilee celebration during the summer of 2008 at the Chevy Chase Club in Washington DC. Twenty-one countries participated in the event, and enjoyed both the high level of competition and the superb social aspects of the occassion. Broward's extraordinary organizational talents ensured the success of this event.

Broward passed away at his home in Charlottesville, Virginia on November 25, 2009. The Club will sorely miss his wise counsel, leadership and good humor.