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Guinness World Records® Official Attempt to benefit Save the Children ~ August 17, 2024 ~ Pickleball America, Stamford, CT


CT-BASED ROSSETTI BROTHERS ACHIEVE NEW GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® TITLE* FOR LONGEST PICKLEBALL VOLLEY RALLY IN SUPPORT OF FAIRFIELD-BASED SAVE THE CHILDREN

Rossetti Brothers Hit More Than 10,000 Volleys to Support the Global Humanitarian Organizationon August 17 at Pickleball America in Stamford, Conn.

*The record will not be official until Guinness World Records reviews the video tape for the exact shot count.

STAMFORD, Conn. (Aug. 17, 2024) – Angelo A. and Ettore Rossetti, known as The Rossetti Brothers, have set a new unofficial Guinness World Records® title for the “Longest pickleball volley rally.” On Saturday, Aug. 17, the identical twins hit more than 10,000 consecutive volleys without a bounce in exactly two hours. Their record attempt was part of Pickleball Rally for Charity, a special event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for global humanitarian organization Save the Children. The event took place at Pickleball America in Stamford, Conn., and was livestreamed on Save the Children’s YouTube channel, where viewers were able to witness this thrilling challenge and history being made.

The Rossetti Brothers have a history of attempting Guinness World Records® titles to fundraise for charity, successfully raising over $250,000 for Save the Children and other organizations. Today’s achievement represents their fourth title within eight attempts. In 2008, they rallied a tennis ball for 14 hours and 31 minutes. In 2015, on Roger Federer’s birthday, they set the Guinness World Records® title for the longest tennis volley rally with 30,576 consecutive volleys in 5 hours and 28 minutes. Most recently, on October 10, 2021—World Mental Health Day—they set the Guinness World Records® title record for the longest pickleball rally, completing 16,046 shots in 6 hours and 11 minutes. 

“My two keywords were hopeful and grateful. I was hopeful that we would set a new record and I am grateful for my family, friends, volunteers, donors and sponsors. Without them, it would not have been possible” said Ettore Rossetti, Head Advisor for Emerging Technology, Innovation & Partnerships at Save the Children. An industry thought leader and trend spotter, he has innovated ways to raise money by adopting emerging trends and technologies, including livestream peer-to-peer fundraising, crypto philanthropy, and pickleball. 

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, having increased by 51.8% from 2022 to 2023 and a remarkable 223.5% over three years, according to the 2024 Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) Topline Participation Report. Although pickleball initially gained popularity among older players, the sport is now enjoyed by people of all ages, including children and youth. The largest age bracket is 18-34 years old, comprising 28.8% of players. 

“I was filled with peaceful excitement today honoring our mom and supporting Save the Children at the same time” said Angelo A. Rossetti, co-founder of Rossetti Brothers Pickleball. “This was by far the most challenging of our four world records,” he added.  

Guinness World Records™ Ltd. set the bar at 10,000 consecutive volleys without a bounce to earn the title. “This challenge was insane. I loved the ambitious goal. If anyone could do it, it was the Rossetti brothers,” said Thomas Shields, Founder of Dink & Upswing Sports. By definition, a volley is a shot hit out of the air before it touches the court. In pickleball, this difficulty is heightened by a seven feet non-volley zone on either side of the net. 

“Pickleball America is proud to be hosting this momentous event,” said Jay Waldner, co-owner of Pickleball America. “Pickleball is a great platform for people of all ages to come together for a common cause while having fun and engaging in a healthy activity” said Jay Ross, co-owner of Pickleball America. “We are grateful that the Rossetti Brothers chose our facility to host the Save the Children fundraiser. It is fitting that two Americans (twins no less) set a new Guinnness World Records title at Pickleball America” said Bret Herman, General Manager. 

This Pickleball Rally for Charity also included open play and the Rossetti Brothers popular Dink or Drive™ up and down the ladder challenge, played like a version of pickleball chutes and ladders. The players accumulating the most points won gold, silver and bronze Guinness World Records® medals. 

In addition, participants received custom-manufactured paddles for the event, courtesy of Engage Pickleball. “We are excited to support the Rossetti brothers in their world record for charity,” said Robert and Jodi Elliott, owners of Engage Pickleball. “We’re happy to provide commemorative paddles as our small way to support a big cause.” 

Ahead of the event, the pickleball community was quick to support this challenge and cause.  

“Meeting Angelo and Ettore was so great. You will love their energy right away. Down to the core, great guys, very real and incredibly sharp. I am so moved by the charity work they do and with that, everything they do for pickleball. We need more people like Angelo and Ettore,” commented Salome Devidze, World #1 APP Tour women’s singles player. 

“I love Angelo and Ettore’s ambition, creativity and charity, which makes rooting for them very easy. I can’t wait to see them crush another pickleball world record!” added Zane Navratil, world #2 APP men’s singles player and Co-Host of the PicklePod. 

8-time tennis Grand Slam champion, Ivan Lendl, said ” Go and watch the Rossetti brothers beat the record! They are nuts.”

The Rossetti brothers aim to raise at least $10,000 to match their 10,000-volley rally attempt for Save the Children. Donations can be pledged by texting PICKLEBALL to 707070 or on the event website www.rallyforcharity.org, powered by Pledge via credit card, crypto, stock, Venmo and Apple Pay.

About Save the Children 
Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. Since our founding more than 100 years ago, we’ve been advocating for the rights of children worldwide. In the United States and around the world, we give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. We do whatever it takes for children – every day and in times of crisis – transforming the future we share. Our results, financial statements and charity ratings reaffirm that Save the Children is a charity you can trust. To learn more, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. 

About The Rossetti Brothers
The Rossetti Brothers, Angelo and Ettore, are certified USPTA Elite tennis teaching professionals for more than 30 years. The brothers are also USTA members and USA Pickleball members. Angelo is also a USPTA, IPTPA, PPR and DUPR/Tyson McGuffin certified teaching professional who serves as the Founder of Rossetti Brothers Pickleball. Ettore is also a IPTPA certified pickleball pro and serves as Head Advisor of Emerging Technology, Innovation & Partnerships at Save the Children. Follow the Rossetti Brothers on the Web: www.RallyforCharity.org and on social @rallyforcharity, #pickleballpledge, #pickleballrallyforcharity or #twinpossible. On TeamReach code “RossettiBros.” Facebook.com/rossettibrotherspickleball

Media Contacts:
Jordyn Linsk: 475-225-3160, jlinsk@savechildren.org

Angelo A. Rossetti: 203-996-4417, pickleball@rallyforcharity.org
Ettore Rossetti: 203-919-2215, pickleball@rallyforcharity.org

Editor’s Note:

Ettore and Angelo Rossetti are available for print and broadcast interviews upon request. 

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Photos Courtesy Joe Fernandez/Pickleball America unless otherwise stated.

SAVE THE DATE

For Immediate Release July 17, 2024

What? Guinness World Records® Official Attempt for the Longest Pickleball Volley Rally

When? Saturday, August 17, 2024 12pm-4pm ET

Where? Pickleball America, Stamford Town Center, 140 Atlantic St, Stamford, CT 06901
 
Why? Pickleball Rally for Charity Event to benefit Save the Children

Who? The Rossetti Brothers, Angelo & Ettore

How to Sign up?

Download the free TeamReach app and use code “ROSSETTIBROS” and sign up in the calendar

How Much?

$10 suggested donation to watch

$100 suggested donation to play

$200 suggested donation to play for family of 4

Make Pledge Donations by texting PICKLEBALL to 707070 or https://www.rallyforcharity.org/donate.

For Immediate Release August 17, 2024

CT-BASED ROSSETTI BROTHERS ACHIEVE NEW GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® TITLE* FOR LONGEST PICKLEBALL VOLLEY RALLY IN SUPPORT OF FAIRFIELD-BASED SAVE THE CHILDREN

Rossetti Brothers Hit More Than 10,000 Volleys to Support the Global Humanitarian Organizationon August 17 at Pickleball America in Stamford, Conn.

*The record will not be official until Guinness World Records reviews the video tape for the exact shot count.

STAMFORD, Conn. (Aug. 17, 2024) – Angelo A. and Ettore Rossetti, known as The Rossetti Brothers, have set a new unofficial Guinness World Records® title for the “Longest pickleball volley rally.” On Saturday, Aug. 17, the identical twins hit more than 10,000 consecutive volleys without a bounce in exactly two hours. Their record attempt was part of Pickleball Rally for Charity, a special event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for global humanitarian organization Save the Children. The event took place at Pickleball America in Stamford, Conn., and was livestreamed on Save the Children’s YouTube channel, where viewers were able to witness this thrilling challenge and history being made.

The Rossetti Brothers have a history of attempting Guinness World Records® titles to fundraise for charity, successfully raising over $250,000 for Save the Children and other organizations. Today’s achievement represents their fourth title within eight attempts. In 2008, they rallied a tennis ball for 14 hours and 31 minutes. In 2015, on Roger Federer’s birthday, they set the Guinness World Records® title for the longest tennis volley rally with 30,576 consecutive volleys in 5 hours and 28 minutes. Most recently, on October 10, 2021—World Mental Health Day—they set the Guinness World Records® title record for the longest pickleball rally, completing 16,046 shots in 6 hours and 11 minutes. 

“My two keywords were hopeful and grateful. I was hopeful that we would set a new record and I am grateful for my family, friends, volunteers, donors and sponsors. Without them, it would not have been possible” said Ettore Rossetti, Head Advisor for Emerging Technology, Innovation & Partnerships at Save the Children. An industry thought leader and trend spotter, he has innovated ways to raise money by adopting emerging trends and technologies, including livestream peer-to-peer fundraising, crypto philanthropy, and pickleball. 

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, having increased by 51.8% from 2022 to 2023 and a remarkable 223.5% over three years, according to the 2024 Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) Topline Participation Report. Although pickleball initially gained popularity among older players, the sport is now enjoyed by people of all ages, including children and youth. The largest age bracket is 18-34 years old, comprising 28.8% of players. 

“I was filled with peaceful excitement today honoring our mom and supporting Save the Children at the same time” said Angelo A. Rossetti, co-founder of Rossetti Brothers Pickleball. “This was by far the most challenging of our four world records,” he added.  

Guinness World Records™ Ltd. set the bar at 10,000 consecutive volleys without a bounce to earn the title. “This challenge was insane. I loved the ambitious goal. If anyone could do it, it was the Rossetti brothers,” said Thomas Shields, Founder of Dink & Upswing Sports. By definition, a volley is a shot hit out of the air before it touches the court. In pickleball, this difficulty is heightened by a seven feet non-volley zone on either side of the net. 

“Pickleball America is proud to be hosting this momentous event,” said Jay Waldner, co-owner of Pickleball America. “Pickleball is a great platform for people of all ages to come together for a common cause while having fun and engaging in a healthy activity” said Jay Ross, co-owner of Pickleball America. “We are grateful that the Rossetti Brothers chose our facility to host the Save the Children fundraiser. It is fitting that two Americans (twins no less) set a new Guinnness World Records title at Pickleball America” said Bret Herman, General Manager. 

This Pickleball Rally for Charity also included open play and the Rossetti Brothers popular Dink or Drive™ up and down the ladder challenge, played like a version of pickleball chutes and ladders. The players accumulating the most points won gold, silver and bronze Guinness World Records® medals. 

In addition, participants received custom-manufactured paddles for the event, courtesy of Engage Pickleball. “We are excited to support the Rossetti brothers in their world record for charity,” said Robert and Jodi Elliott, owners of Engage Pickleball. “We’re happy to provide commemorative paddles as our small way to support a big cause.” 

Ahead of the event, the pickleball community was quick to support this challenge and cause.  

“Meeting Angelo and Ettore was so great. You will love their energy right away. Down to the core, great guys, very real and incredibly sharp. I am so moved by the charity work they do and with that, everything they do for pickleball. We need more people like Angelo and Ettore,” commented Salome Devidze, World #1 APP Tour women’s singles player. 

“I love Angelo and Ettore’s ambition, creativity and charity, which makes rooting for them very easy. I can’t wait to see them crush another pickleball world record!” added Zane Navratil, world #2 APP men’s singles player and Co-Host of the PicklePod. 

8-time tennis Grand Slam champion, Ivan Lendl, said ” Go and watch the Rossetti brothers beat the record! They are nuts.”

The Rossetti brothers aim to raise at least $10,000 to match their 10,000-volley rally attempt for Save the Children. Donations can be pledged by texting PICKLEBALL to 707070 or on the event website www.rallyforcharity.org, powered by Pledge via credit card, crypto, stock, Venmo and Apple Pay.

About Save the Children 
Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. Since our founding more than 100 years ago, we’ve been advocating for the rights of children worldwide. In the United States and around the world, we give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. We do whatever it takes for children – every day and in times of crisis – transforming the future we share. Our results, financial statements and charity ratings reaffirm that Save the Children is a charity you can trust. To learn more, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. 

About The Rossetti Brothers
The Rossetti Brothers, Angelo and Ettore, are certified USPTA Elite tennis teaching professionals for more than 30 years. The brothers are also USTA members and USA Pickleball members. Angelo is also a USPTA, IPTPA, PPR and DUPR/Tyson McGuffin certified teaching professional who serves as the Founder of Rossetti Brothers Pickleball. Ettore is also a IPTPA certified pickleball pro and serves as Head Advisor of Emerging Technology, Innovation & Partnerships at Save the Children. Follow the Rossetti Brothers on the Web: www.RallyforCharity.org and on social @rallyforcharity, #pickleballpledge, #pickleballrallyforcharity or #twinpossible. On TeamReach code “RossettiBros.” Facebook.com/rossettibrotherspickleball

Media Contacts:
Jordyn Linsk: 475-225-3160, jlinsk@savechildren.org

Angelo A. Rossetti: 203-996-4417, pickleball@rallyforcharity.org
Ettore Rossetti: 203-919-2215, pickleball@rallyforcharity.org

Editor’s Note:

Ettore and Angelo Rossetti are available for print and broadcast interviews upon request. 

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Photos Courtesy Joe Fernandez/Pickleball America unless otherwise stated.

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PICKLEBALL RALLY FOR CHARITY 2024: GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® TITLE ATTEMPT FOR  LONGEST PICKLEBALL VOLLEY
Rossetti Brothers Target 10,000 Volleys to Support
Save the Children on August 17 at Pickleball America, Stamford.

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Media Contacts:

For Rossetti Brothers Pickleball: Angelo A. Rossetti angelo@rossettibrothers.com, 203-996-4417 (M)
For Save the Children: Jordyn Linsk, jlinsk@savechildren.org, 475-225-3160(M)

STAMFORD, CONN. Identical twins Angelo and Ettore Rossetti – known as The Rossetti Brothers – are gearing up to set a new Guinness World Records® title for the “Longest pickleball volley rally” — aiming for at least 10,000 consecutive volleys without a bounce. Their record attempt is part of Pickleball Rally for Charity, a special event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for global humanitarian organization Save the Children. Fellow pickleball players, enthusiasts, and supporters can join them on Saturday, August 17 at Pickleball America in Stamford, Conn., or on the livestream to witness this thrilling challenge and support a great cause.

The Rossetti Brothers have a history of attempting Guinness World Records® titles to fundraise for charity, successfully raising over $250,000 for Save the Children and other organizations. This would represent their fourth title within eight attempts. In 2008, they rallied a tennis ball for 14 hours and 31 minutes. In 2015, on Roger Federer’s birthday, they set the Guinness World Records® title for the longest tennis volley rally with 30,576 consecutive volleys in 5 hours and 28 minutes. Most recently, on October 10, 2021—World Mental Health Day—they set the Guinness World Records® title record for the longest pickleball rally, completing 16,046 shots in 6 hours and 11 minutes.

“Being recognized as a humanitarian who makes a positive difference in people’s lives, especially reducing child suffering in the US and around the world, is more important to me than setting world records,” said Ettore Rossetti, Head Advisor for Emerging Technology, Innovation & Partnerships at Save the Children. An industry thought leader and trend spotter, he has innovated ways to raise money by adopting emerging trends and technologies, including livestream peer-to-peer fundraising, crypto philanthropy, and pickleball.

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, having increased by51.8% from 2022 to 2023, and a remarkable 223.5% over three years, according to the 2024 Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) Topline Participation Report. Although pickleball initially gained popularity among older players, the sport is now enjoyed by people of all ages, including children and youth. The largest age bracket is 18-34 years –old, comprising 28.8% of players.

“Our attempt is about serving others first and helping children around the world to experience a healthy, joyous and purposeful life through pickleball,” stated Angelo A. Rossetti, co-founder of  Rossetti Brothers Pickleball with his brother Ettore. In pickleball, success lies not only in mastering skills and tactics, but also in developing a mindset that propels you towards excellence. “I believe in the power of controlling your controllables, encapsulated in the EAGLES methodology —focusing on Effort, Attitude, Gratitude, Learning, Enjoyment, Sportsmanship, and playing Free,” he added.

Guinness World Records™ Ltd. set the bar at 10,000 consecutive volleys without a bounce to earn the title. “This challenge is insane. I love the ambitious goal. If anyone can do it, it’s the Rossetti brothers,” said Thomas Shields, Founder of Dink & Upswing Sports. By definition, a volley is a shot hit out of the air before it touches the court. In pickleball, this difficulty is heightened by a seven feet non-volley zone on either side of  the net.

“Pickleball America is fully supportive of the Rossetti Brothers’ attempt for the Guinness World Records® title for the longest pickleball volley rally,” said Bret Herman, COO of Pickleball America, LLC. “Events such as this one are so impactful for the sport of pickleball and represent the positive impact pickleball can have on communities in Connecticut and across the country,” stated co-owner Jay Waldner.

This Pickleball Rally for Charity also includes open play and the Rossetti Brothers popular Dink or Drive™ up and down the ladder challenge, played like a version of pickleball chutes and ladders. The players accumulating the most points will win gold, silver and bronze Guinness World Records® medals.

In addition, participants can purchase custom-manufactured paddles for the event, courtesy of Engage Pickleball. “We are excited to support the Rossetti brothers in their world record for charity,” said Robert and Jodi Elliott, owners of Engage Pickleball. “We’re happy to provide commemorative paddles as our small way to support a big cause.”

The event will start at 12 noon and continues through 4 PM EST. The Rossetti brothers aim to raise at least $10,000 to match their 10,000-volley rally count for Save the Children. Donations can be pledged via the event website www.rallyforcharity.org, which is powered by Pledge, or by text, credit card, crypto, stock, and Venmo. Supporters can join the #PickleballPledge by committing from $0.01 to $1 for each completed volley. The event will be livestreamed, allowing  fans to watch and support virtually. To join as a volunteer, participant or to make a donation, email pickleball@rallyforcharity.org.

The pickleball community has been quick to support this challenge and cause. “Meeting Angelo and Ettore was so great. You will love their energy right away. Down to the core, great guys, very real and incredibly sharp. I am so moved by the charity work they do and with that everything they do for pickleball. We need more people like Angelo and Ettore,” commented Salome Devidze, World #1 APP Tour women’s singles player.

“I love Angelo and Ettore’s ambition, creativity and charity which makes rooting for them very easy, and I can’t wait to see them crush another pickleball world record!” added Zane Navratil, world #2 APP men’s singles player and Co-Host of the PicklePod.

About The Rossetti Brothers
The Rossetti Brothers, Angelo and Ettore, are certified USPTA Elite tennis teaching professionals for more than 30 years. The brothers are also USTA members and USA Pickleball members. Angelo is also a USPTA, IPTPA, PPR and DUPR/Tyson McGuffin certified teaching professional who serves as the Founder of Rossetti Brothers Pickleball. Ettore is also a IPTPA certified pickleball pro and serves as Head Advisor of Emerging Technology, Innovation & Partnerships at Save the Children. Follow the Rossetti Brothers on the Web: www.RallyforCharity.org and on social  @rallyforcharity, #pickleballpledge, #pickleballrallyforcharity or #twinpossible. On TeamReach code “RossettiBros.” Facebook.com/rossettibrotherspickleball

About Save the Children
Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. Since our founding more than 100 years ago, we’ve been advocating for the rights of children worldwide. In the United States and around the world, we give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. We do whatever it takes for children – every day and in times of crisis – transforming the future we share. Our results, financial statements and charity ratings reaffirm that Save the Children is a charity you can trust. Learn more at our website: www.SavetheChildren.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

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Caption: Identical twins Angelo and Ettore Rossetti – known as The Rossetti Brothers – aim for their official attempt to set a new Guinness World Records® title for the “Longest pickleball volley rally”  at Pickleball America in Stamford, CT on Aug.17, 2024. Photo by: Joe Fernandez/Pickleball America

Photo courtesy of The Rossetti Family
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The Rossetti Brothers pose for a photo after setting the Guinness World Records® title for the Longest pickleball rally on October 10, 2021.

Angelo A. Rossetti serving a tennis ball
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Angelo A. Rossetti head shot
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Ettore Rossetti hitting a volley
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Ettore Rossetti head shot
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4x Guinness World Records® Title Holders & Rally for Charity Founders

The Rossetti Brothers

The Rossetti Brothers, Angelo and Ettore, are certified IPTPA pickleball teaching professional instructors as well as USPTA pickleball and tennis Elite teaching professionals for more than 30 years. The brothers are also lifetime USTA members and USA Pickleball members. Angelo is a PPR certified pickleball teaching professional, and PTR tennis teaching professional. Angelo founded Rossetti Brothers Pickleball. Their current and past clients include Shoreline Pickleball, the Tennis & Fitness Center of Rocky Hill, the Town of Wallingford and the Town of Hamden. Angelo is a lifelong Hamden resident, where they grew up and played high school tennis before playing D1 at UCONN. Ettore serves as Lead Advisor of Digital, Marketing Partnerships & Innovation at Save the Children. Ettore resides in Shelton, CT where he is volunteer assistant girls tennis coach at Shelton High School. The brothers received Save the Children’s Stream Team Humanitarian award in 2020 for raising more than $100,000 for the organization through their Rally for Charity events. Follow the Rossetti Brothers on the Web: http://www.RallyforCharity.org, http://www.tennacity.org and on social searching for @rallyforcharity, #rallyforcharity or #twinpossible.

Angelo A. Rossetti

Angelo coaches pickleball indoors and outdoors for his company Rossetti Brothers Pickleball, his most recent and largest client is Shoreline Pickleball. He coaches and consults with clubs and pickleball athletes in New England and throughout the US. His focus in developing mental skills of players on and off the court. Angelo coaches with professional pickleball players as well as being an agent in that regard. He consults with clubs to help them open, hire staff and develop and implement pickleball programming for juniors and adults alike. He previously served as the Director of Racquet Sports at The Tennis & Fitness Center of Rocky Hill for four years and at Weston Racquet Club, An Ivan Lendl Tennis Center, for over 10 years. He is a USPTA P1/Elite, PTR, MTM, USTA High Performance & Mental Skills and IPTPA (pickleball) certified teaching professional, being first certified in 1992. Angelo, NLP and Mindfulness certified, studied to be a Dale Carnegie instructor, as he wanted to learn and teach the best ways to learn! He was elected in 2017 as one of the youngest Presidents of USTA Connecticut (2018- 2020). Angelo played Varsity tennis at Hamden High School en route to be a top Division I player at the University of Connecticut, where he earned a B.S. degree in Sports Science with a concentration in Sports Marketing. He won the USTA New England Sportsmanship Award in 2005. Rossetti has been appropriately appointed to the USTA National Sportsmanship Task Force in 2019.
The USTA Sportsmanship Award he received was one of the ones he most values. In 2007, he and his identical twin brother, Ettore, were ranked #1 in New England Men’s Open Doubles and top 10 in singles. Angelo is a 3X Guinness World Records™ titleholder of two different tennis titles; the Longest tennis rally and the Longest tennis volley rally. He graduated from Dale Carnegie’s course and studied to be a certified instructor. Angelo earned the 2007 USPTA Regional Teaching Pro of the Year & 2007 Open Player of the Year. He earned the National 2009 USPTA Tennis Industry Excellence Award, also for New England in 2008, as well as the National 2016 USPTA Lessons for Life Award by helping raise over $110,000 for the nonprofit organization Save the Children. Angelo has coached women’s teams and captained and played on 5.0 and Open USTA men’s teams that have all gone to nationals. His most recent certifications come in pickleball with certifications from IPTPA, USPTA pickleball, IFP Academy, PCI and PPR. He is also certified for Developing Mental Toughness and USTA High Performance. On October 10, 2021 on World Mental Health Day, Angelo and his brother Ettore set the official Guinness World Records™ title for the longest pickleball rally (6 hours & 11 minutes, rallying the ball 16,046 times without a miss, ending voluntarily after the record was set, most importantly raising over $115,000 for Save the Children. In August 2008, he and Ettore set the official Guinness World Records™ title for the Longest Tennis Rally totaling 25,944 continuous strokes, lasting 14 hours and 31 minutes. On August 8th of 2015, Angelo and his brother set their second Guinness World Records™ title for the Longest tennis volley rally, 30,576 volleys lasting 5 hours and 28 minutes. The purpose of these record-breaking athletic feats was as fundraisers for charities. Angelo has spoken regularly in the summer at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, RI, where his record is featured in the permanent exhibits. He has captained, competed, and coached at USTA Nationals five times (5.0 and Open). Rossetti has won 10 USTA Jr. Team Tennis state titles in the last 10 years as a coach. Angelo has a passion for caring and inspiring people at every age, on and off the court. He believes in something he developed; the 4 Gs: Get a Dream, Goal Set, Goal Get, and Give Back, which leads to success in tennis and in life. He loves to be inspired and to inspire someone every day.

Angelo is a published author of “TENNACITY: The Tenacious Mindset, On & Off the Court,” based on his mental skills blog for tennis players and athletes and his online mental skills course with the same name can be found at http://www.tennacity.org. Angelo and his wife, Pam, live in Hamden with their daughter, Madison (Maddie) and son, Andrew (Andy).

Ettore Rossetti

Ettoré Rossetti (aka “Et”) has been a USPTA certified teaching professional for more than 25 years since 1992. He grew up in Hamden and played varsity for the Green Dragons for two seasons where he won the Scholar Athlete Award. He has taught tennis for juniors and adults in the area at venues including Oak Lane, Weston Racquet Club, Yale University, Milford Indoor Tennis, and North Haven Health & Racquet for more than two decades. He has taught with ATP Tour professionals, including Tom Gullikson, Tim Mayotte, Luke & Murphy Jensen, Malavai Washington, James Blake and Tony Trabert. A graduate from UCONN, he earned a B.S. degree in Sports Science from the School of Education with a concentration in Sports Marketing. In 2007, he and his identical twin brother, Angelo, were ranked #1 in New England Men’s Open Doubles and recognized as 2007 USTA Open Player of the Year. In 2008, he earned the 2008 USPTA Tennis Industry Excellence Award when they broke the Guinness World Records® title for the Longest Tennis Rally totaling 25,944 continuous strokes,
lasting 14 hours & 31 minutes. The record-setting tennis ball is on permanent display at the International Tennis Hall of Fame. The Rossetti Brothers set their second Guinness World Records® title for the Longest Tennis Volley Rally (30,576) on Roger Federer’s birthday on August 8, 2015. He is philanthropic and raises awareness and funds through their website http://www.RallyforCharity.org for causes they care about including Save the Children. In 2020, the brothers received Save the Children’s Stream Team Humanitarian Award. On October
10, 2021, he and his brother set their third Guinness World Records® title, this time for the Longest pickleball rally — more than 16,000 shots which took 6 hours and 11 minutes. He is also IPTPA certified pickleball instructor since 2020.

Ettore serves as Lead Advisor of technology/marketing/innovation partnerships at Save the Children, where he has been since 2004. He has practiced the trade of marketing communications for more than two decades. As a change agent and a catalyst for innovation, he pioneered many internal innovations at Save the Children including starting its digital marketing practice, social media presence, influencer marketing and its cryptophilanthropy initiative. He co-founded Save the Children’s Stream Team, a community of gamers, vloggers and content creators who stream to raise awareness and funds. He led Save the Children to be the world’s first international non-governmental organization (INGO) to accept a bitcoin donation in 2013. In 2015, he was awarded the American Marketing Association (AMA) Nonprofit Marketer of the Year for his innovative marketing initiatives. In 2013 and 2020, he shared a Webby Award Nominee and Honoree for his contributions to the charity-gaming and globalizing a social campaign. As an entrepreneur, he co-founded, with his twin brother, one of the first Internet marketing firms in 1995 serving dot com and global brands such as A Diamond Is Forever, Barnes & Noble, Gartner, Gartner, Mercedes Benz of North America and university brands such as the University of Bridgeport, UCONN and the University of New Haven. He has experience working in a university setting at the UCONN and the United States Military Academy at West Point. Ettore lives in Shelton, CT with his wife, Soumia, and with their daughter, Jasmine, and son, Adam. He volunteers as assistant tennis coach at Shelton High School.

“Tennis begins with Love and a first serve – Love what you do and serve others first.”

The Rossetti Brothers

The Rossetti Brothers, Ettore (L) and Angelo (R), flank Michael Empric of Guinness World Records on August 8, 2015 after setting the Longest tennis volley rally: 30,576 shots lasting 5 hours, 28 minutes in Weston, CT USA. (CC BY-SA 4.0)

The Rossetti Bros with Stuart Claxton of GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS after setting their first record for the Longest tennis rally on August 9-10, 2008 in North Haven, CT USA. (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Angelo celebrates a milestone during 2008 Guinness World Records longest tennis rally. Photo by Devon Jerome, 2008. (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0)
The Rossetti Brothers at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, RI USA, where the tennis ball they used for the Longest tennis rally is on permanent exhibit. (CC BY-SA 4.0)
The Rossetti Brothers focus on the ball during their Guinness World Records title for the Longest tennis volley rally on August 8, 2015 in Weston, CT USA. (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Angelo and Ettore Rossetti, at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, RI. Photo courtesy of the Rossetti brothers. (CC BY-SA 4.0)
The Rossetti Brothers after passing the 15K milestone on their way to a new Guinness World Records title for the Longest pickleball rally of 16,046 shots on October 10, 2021 in Rocky Hill, CT. The feat took 6 hours and 11 minutes.
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