The Happiness Project: Read a Book, Maybe Even One About Tennis
Reading and tennis might not seem like natural partners, but I’m convinced that the two are deeply connected. As we continue to explore ideas inspiredRead More
The Happiness Project: Pursuing Passion
Passion is one of those concepts that shows up in nearly every discussion about happiness. Conventional wisdom holds that people who have a clear passionRead More
The Hidden Labor of Tennis: The Importance of Volunteers
Labor Day is about honoring the work that so often goes unseen. In tennis, there may be no greater example than the vast army ofRead More
The Hidden Labor of Tennis Instigators
Labor Day is about honoring the work that often goes unseen. In tennis, one of the most overlooked tasks performed on behalf of the sportRead More
3 responsesThe Hidden Labor of Tennis: Thanking Those Who Build Our Courts
In the United States, Labor Day is traditionally a time to celebrate the people whose work forms the backbone of our daily lives. In tennis,Read More
Variety: The Signature Dining Experience of the US Open
In my own perfect world, every Grand Slam tournament would have its own signature food. For example, Wimbledon has strawberries and cream, while Roland GarrosRead More
Move Over Honey Deuce: The Watermelon Slice Steals the Show
The US Open is famous for the Honey Deuce, but this year, a new cocktail has joined the lineup: the Watermelon Slice. According to the pressRead More
1 responseYour Guide to the Honey Deuce 2025: Cups, New Merch, and the Official Recipe
The opening rounds of the US Open get underway Sunday. That means it’s high time to gather barware and ingredients for the impending Honey DeuceRead More
1 responseTennis, Perseverance, and DEF CON Challenges
In hacker culture, many people prefer to go by a handle. Frequently, that is done to preserve anonymity or to provide cover for work thatRead More
2 responsesMission, Culture, and the USTA: Lessons from Black Hat
In his opening remarks at the Black Hat conference a couple of weeks ago, the event founder, Jeff Moss, stressed the importance of mission andRead More