Boggo, Aucks, "The Hutch" and "Stretch" are amongst the 36 players to graduate from ATP university in the past few weeks.
From ATPtennis.com -
"In 1990 the ATP Player Council recognized that for the long-term growth of the game, it was essential to educate young players as they came onto the circuit. The ATP University is designed to make players more responsible tennis professionals.
Recognizing the long-term benefit to the players, the ATP and to the game, the ATP is firmly committed to the University program. All Division 1 ATP player members must pass through the University. "
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Administered by the ATP's Player Relations department, the ATP University featured classroom presentations made by ATP staff members and outside experts specializing in the fields of communications, finance, and medicine. The workshop covered topics including the history of the ATP, how to control personal finances, and the importance of the media and promoting the sport."
"The three-day workshop being held November 27-30, 2007 includes presentations, which are translated into Spanish and English, on the following areas:
- History and the creation of the ATP - Organizational structure and goals of the ATP - Rules and officiating - Tennis anti-doping program - Anti-corruption - Player Relations & Medical Services programs - Personal finance - Communication and media skills training"