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First Lady and White House Officials Love Washington Kastles

First Lady Obama and daughters Sasha and Malia were on hand for last night's Washington Kastles vs. Boston Lobsters WTT tennis contest.

First Ladies enjoying a little Washington Kastles tennis. Photo/CD Brown.
The girls, and mom, cheered on the team headlined by tennis great, Serena Williams.

Last year Williams was to hold a tennis clinic at the White House for a South Lawn Series event, but the event was canceled because of rain.  

There was no rain last evening, however, and the Kastles defeated the Lobsters 25-10.

White House chef, Sam Kass was also on hand to see the Kastles in action.

To see more photos from last night's fun, see our sports page here.

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