ELEVATE YOUR TENNIS GAME with Coach Kirstie Marx
SAVE THE DATE: July 18, 2026
Kildaire Farms Racquet & Swim Club
162 Pebble Creek Drive
Cary, NC 27511
Registration: 4:30 pm
Juniors: 5pm - 7 pm
Adults: 7pm - 9:30 pm
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Coach Kirstie Marx has spent her life pouring strength, encouragement, and joy into others. Now, as she prepares for upcoming brain surgery, our community is rallying to carry her through this season with hope, love, and support.
You don’t have to play tennis to be part of the Rally. This event is for everyone — friends, family, neighbors, supporters, and anyone who wants to stand with Kirstie during this season.
Come cheer on players, enjoy the atmosphere, and be part of a day filled with hope, strength, and community.
What everyone can enjoy:
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Silent Auction — curated items, experiences, and local favorites
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Raffle Prizes — fun giveaways throughout the event
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Refreshments — light snacks and drinks available
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Local Vendors — tennis brands + community businesses showing support
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Great Tennis — matches happening all day across multiple courts
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A Community Gathering — encouragement, connection, and shared purpose
Whether you’re on the court or cheering from the sidelines, your presence makes a difference.
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Why We Rally
Kirstie Marx is a coach, mentor, encourager, and friend to so many. Over the past year, she has faced increasing neurological symptoms that have now led to the need for brain surgery. This journey has been physically painful, emotionally exhausting, and financially overwhelming.
Yet through it all, she continues to show up with courage, faith, and the same heart she brings to every court, every class, and every person she meets.
This fundraiser exists because no one should walk a road like this alone. All proceeds from this event will go directly to Coach Kirstie to assist her with all out of pocked medical expenses.
Tournament Details
(with more coming soon!)
This year’s Rally for Coach Kirstie will include a fun, community‑centered Doubles Tennis Tournament designed for all ages and skill levels. The goal is simple: play, connect, and support Kirstie as she prepares for her upcoming surgery. Whether you’re competitive or just here to play for a cause, this event is designed for everyone.
Match Format -
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First to 6 games
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No‑ad scoring
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Tiebreak at 5–5 (First to 7 points, win by 2)
This format keeps matches moving and ensures plenty of play for all participants!
Registration Will Open Soon -- Stay Connected!
We’re finalizing tournament details and will open registration shortly. Until then, please take a moment to fill out the interest form. It helps us plan well and ensures you receive updates, volunteer opportunities, and ways to support Kirstie during this season.
Thank you for standing with her — whether you play, cheer, donate, or simply show up.
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Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) Information
Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) is a rare neurological disorder that causes sudden, severe facial pain along the trigeminal nerve — the nerve responsible for sensation in the face. While uncommon, it is one of the most recognized facial pain conditions because of how intense and life‑altering the pain can be.
For many, including Kirstie, TN brings unpredictable episodes of sharp, electric‑shock‑like pain triggered by everyday activities such as talking, chewing, brushing teeth, or even a light breeze. After months of evaluations and specialist care, her medical team has recommended brain surgery as the next step toward relief and long‑term healing.
Kirstie shares this part of her journey not only to explain why this fundraiser matters, but also to offer hope, connection, and resources to others walking a similar road.
Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. — Galatians 6:2
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