Tennis News: December 12, 2022
In observance of the passing of Nick Bollatteiri last week, I have a family story to share. In 1987, my brother, Steve, drew David WheatonRead More
2 responsesProgressive Leagues: Who Wins?
Yesterday I shared a wild-assed idea proposing that USTA Texas consider a pilot program that uses local progressive league play to advance teams to aRead More
2 responsesA Serious Progressive Proposal
The group text for my 5.0 40+ team was hopping last weekend. The burst of activity was sparked after our captain was informed that weRead More
1 responseAge Based Appeals Timelines
The foundation for NTRP appeals is laid out by the USTA League Regulations. In addition to Automatic and Medical based appeals, there are provisions forRead More
2 responsesDIY Drills and Clinics
Sometimes tennis players allow the availability of organized drills and clinics in their local area to constrain their practice focus and schedule. Private lessons areRead More
1 responseNo Divisional Crossovers Strikes Again
I am entered in the Women’s 18+ 4.5 doubles division at the upcoming Cotton Bowl Level 5 tournament. As I threw in that entry, IRead More
1 responseRevisiting the Player Development Journal
I first wrote about the USTA Player Development Journal early last January. That post included a commitment to maintaining that document for myself in 2022.Read More
2 responsesTennis News: November 28, 2022
Rajeev Ram’s U.S. Davis Cup snub generates drama. A cautionary tale on the addictive nature of gambling on tennis. A retrospective examination of Djokovic’s crazyRead More
Great Christmas Gifts for Tennis Players (2022)
Tennis makes a great gift for both current and prospective players. Potential gifts can be tangible items such as equipment, clothes, and accessories. Other alternativesRead More
3 responsesUltimate Stocking Stuffer List for Tennis Players (2022 Edition)
Tis the season where it seems that every site on the planet publishes a list of stocking stuffer recommendations. Some of those lists are orientedRead More