Bon Air Community Honors Late UR Tennis Coach

New tennis court and pavilion unveiled to celebrate Mark Wesselink's legacy.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:48am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a tennis court and players in an abstract, fragmented style, representing the honoring of a coach's legacy through community facilities.The new tennis court and pavilion in Bon Air will serve as a lasting tribute to the legacy of beloved University of Richmond coach Mark Wesselink.Bon Air Today

The Bon Air Community Association in Richmond, Virginia, has unveiled a new tennis court and pavilion to honor the late Mark Wesselink, the former women's tennis coach at the University of Richmond. Wesselink had a 34-year career at UR, amassing 379 wins, 9 conference championships, and 11 NCAA tournament appearances.

Why it matters

The dedication of the new tennis facilities celebrates Wesselink's lasting impact on the local community and the University of Richmond tennis program. It serves as a way for the Bon Air neighborhood to commemorate the life and achievements of a beloved coach who dedicated over three decades to developing student-athletes.

The details

The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Bon Air Pavilion was attended by several community members to honor Wesselink's legacy. The new tennis court and pavilion are now open for public use, allowing the Bon Air community to enjoy the facilities named after the late coach.

  • The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
  • Wesselink had a 34-year career as the women's tennis coach at the University of Richmond.

The players

Mark Wesselink

The late women's tennis coach at the University of Richmond, who had a 34-year career and led the program to 9 conference championships and 11 NCAA tournament appearances.

Bon Air Community Association

The local community organization in Bon Air, Virginia, that unveiled the new tennis court and pavilion to honor Mark Wesselink's legacy.

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What they’re saying

“Several people gathered in Richmond for the Bon Air Pavilion ribbon-cutting ceremony, which celebrated the life and 34-year career of late women's tennis coach Mark Wesselink.”

— Wtvr Cbs Web Staff, Reporter

The takeaway

The dedication of the new tennis facilities in Bon Air serves as a lasting tribute to Mark Wesselink's decades-long commitment to developing student-athletes and his positive impact on the local community. This gesture ensures Wesselink's legacy will continue to inspire future generations of tennis players and community members.