About Us

What a terrific time had by all!  Thanks to all the participants, sponsors, organizers and the Kehoe Family! For more pictures from the 2017 event, please visit our Shutterfly site by either clicking on the picture to the left or using the following URL: https://skracquetsforresearch.shutterfly.com/

The 2017 SK Racquets for Research

For our founders, The Kehoe Family, the fight against cancer is a personal one, and they'll never stop working on behalf of survivors everywhere.  A friend to everyone, Tracey serves as an inspiration to enjoy each day that we are given while sharing her experiences and strengths with friends and the community when in need. As a survivor herself, she vows to do her part as a survivor, and help others who are still in the battle. Braedon, a local tennis player and student at South Kingstown High School, gives his time as President of the Youth Board to give back to families who have to undergo similar experiences as he did. His brother, Connor, is one of the best high school doubles players in the state of Rhode Island. Braedon and Connor founded our youth tournament. 

Connor, Tracey, Braedon, and Chris Kehoe

Adult Board 

Tracey Kehoe: President, Director of Adult Tournament 

Andrew Gagnon: Vice President 

Sue Barrett: Secretary

Patt Costaregni: Treasurer

Dave Barrett 
Chris Kehoe ​

Allison Burnap 

Ken Pelletier 

Andrea Tomlinson 

Becky Durkin 

Ellen Kiely 

Kristina Moore 

Pam Kaczcynski 

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Youth Board

Braedon Kehoe:  Co-Director 2018 Youth Tournament 

Connor Kehoe :   Co-Director 2018 Youth Tournament 

Liam Gagnon:      Director 2020 Youth Tournament

Sam Kaczcynski 

Tim Burnap

Riley Barrett

Matt Burns 

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Our Board of Directors Adult Tournament and Board of Directors Youth Tournament

One of our founders and President of the Youth Board, Braedon, recieved a very prestigious award from our state's general treasurer for his excellence in math, economics, business, and being a vital leader to his community! His excellence in the classroom, leadership, and community service all contributed to his award, and we couldn't be more proud! 

Braedon recieves a presitigious honor, RI General Treasurer Seth Magaziner's Young Leader Award!

Long time participants of the SK Racquets for Research Tournament, Connor Kehoe (left) and Sam Kaczynski (right) helped South Kingstown High School to their third consecutive RI Division 1 State Championship in May 2017.  In the process Connor and Sam also won the 2017 RI Doubles Team State Championship.

State Champions in more ways than one

The 2016 SK Racquets for Research had spirited participation at all ages.  The atmosphere is competitive, but with a smile.  Three years and counting with no broken racquets and no umpire abuses.  The only sour faces are at the Del's cooler.

2016 SK Racquets for Research Group Photo