Why is it so hard to find a hitting partner? - Tennisopolis : Tennis Social Network2024-03-28T16:35:39Zhttp://tennisopolis.com/forum/topics/why-is-it-so-hard-to-find-a?commentId=1869403%3AComment%3A995809&feed=yes&xn_auth=noNot sure where you hit. I had…tag:tennisopolis.com,2013-07-22:1869403:Comment:10656392013-07-22T02:53:30.478ZJason Rudokashttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/JasonRudokas
<p>Not sure where you hit. I had a great time on the court this weekend with someone 20 yrs older than me, Aside from that think in feelings.</p>
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<p>Not sure where you hit. I had a great time on the court this weekend with someone 20 yrs older than me, Aside from that think in feelings.</p>
<p>J</p> If you think finding one hitt…tag:tennisopolis.com,2013-05-03:1869403:Comment:10382912013-05-03T11:34:38.309ZWilliam Wonghttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/WilliamWong
<p>If you think finding one hitting partner for singles is difficult...wait till you start looking for 3 like-leveled people for doubles...I think part of it also is that there are relatively fewer people who are a good level to play with in comparision with the very good players. The new people want to learn, so therefore they are willing to fudge their NTRP ratings or "claim" to be good to get into stronger groups. The stronger players are usually already in their own groups, and are usually…</p>
<p>If you think finding one hitting partner for singles is difficult...wait till you start looking for 3 like-leveled people for doubles...I think part of it also is that there are relatively fewer people who are a good level to play with in comparision with the very good players. The new people want to learn, so therefore they are willing to fudge their NTRP ratings or "claim" to be good to get into stronger groups. The stronger players are usually already in their own groups, and are usually uncomfortable in getting potentially lousy newbies. A lot of fishing around is definitely needed to search for stronger players, along with a more friendlier and humbler attitude. I do agree though...that Tennisopolis...is not always the best way to look for people - usually it's literally doing a lot of "hey, can I play with you, etc"? and proving yourself to the group that you are their level. Communication on the courts, I find, is key. Right now I'm essentially playing for 3 groups thanks to this - 1 3.0 group for socializing, and 2 4.0 groups for competitive play, and am having a blast. Of course, this is Maryland we're talking about here...maybe the situation is different where you are?</p> I hardly think your analogy t…tag:tennisopolis.com,2013-05-01:1869403:Comment:10375272013-05-01T23:31:44.174ZShawnhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/Shawn394
<p>I hardly think your analogy to Supermodels even remotely compares. 5.0 is not even pro level. The issue is mainly that players are worst than they rate themselves. I know guys saying they're 4-5, but I could beat them with a woodie. Yes, it's that bad. I don't think I'm even that good, just want to hit with players better than me...which I'm finding out is too much to ask. I'm talking about casual play, not on some private lawn and tennis club league. So what I'm saying is, there's so…</p>
<p>I hardly think your analogy to Supermodels even remotely compares. 5.0 is not even pro level. The issue is mainly that players are worst than they rate themselves. I know guys saying they're 4-5, but I could beat them with a woodie. Yes, it's that bad. I don't think I'm even that good, just want to hit with players better than me...which I'm finding out is too much to ask. I'm talking about casual play, not on some private lawn and tennis club league. So what I'm saying is, there's so many fakes claiming I'm this and that. There should be a way for me to rate the player after playing them! That way, they will stop posting what is a "fake advertisement". They should be rated by their peers, not their egos or ignorance...If you want to rate me, let's go...</p> Nice, I'd like to check out t…tag:tennisopolis.com,2013-05-01:1869403:Comment:10377462013-05-01T23:27:37.530ZKinhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/KinUng
<p>Nice, I'd like to check out the courts there too. Today and tomorrow I already plan to play at liberty, and im in the works on trying to set up something with another tennisopolis member for friday. If something falls through, I'll let you know. Otherwise lets try to play next week if you are available.</p>
<p>Nice, I'd like to check out the courts there too. Today and tomorrow I already plan to play at liberty, and im in the works on trying to set up something with another tennisopolis member for friday. If something falls through, I'll let you know. Otherwise lets try to play next week if you are available.</p> Sure, I can play anytime. I…tag:tennisopolis.com,2013-05-01:1869403:Comment:10377442013-05-01T23:22:03.837ZShawnhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/Shawn394
<p>Sure, I can play anytime. I prefer Coulon Park-much nicer atmosphere ie no car noise, shade, just feels better hitting there. </p>
<p>Sure, I can play anytime. I prefer Coulon Park-much nicer atmosphere ie no car noise, shade, just feels better hitting there. </p> Well said, Dennis. It is ama…tag:tennisopolis.com,2013-01-24:1869403:Comment:10030482013-01-24T17:32:34.537ZMark / The Mayorhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/archibot
<p>Well said, Dennis. It is amazing how possibilities open up just by getting out there. I'll hit with a 3.5 and then learn that they know a couple 4.0s, then I'll hit with them and find that they know a couple 4.5s - it all connects. And I think we all forget that hitting with someone a lower level is still fun as long as you are not playing matches.</p>
<p>Well said, Dennis. It is amazing how possibilities open up just by getting out there. I'll hit with a 3.5 and then learn that they know a couple 4.0s, then I'll hit with them and find that they know a couple 4.5s - it all connects. And I think we all forget that hitting with someone a lower level is still fun as long as you are not playing matches.</p> I think Tennisopolis is a gre…tag:tennisopolis.com,2013-01-23:1869403:Comment:10027612013-01-23T05:24:40.333ZDennis Phttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/Dennis_P
<p>I think Tennisopolis is a great way of finding people. When I first met Joe B., we mainly played on Sundays with his brother and cousins at a local high school. They quickly lost interest and I was afraid our passion for tennis would be limited to the small screen. Since then, he's introduced many people from this website to practice, rally and compete. Our group consists of players rated from 2 - 4.0 and they all seem genuinely interested in improving and helping one another. To his…</p>
<p>I think Tennisopolis is a great way of finding people. When I first met Joe B., we mainly played on Sundays with his brother and cousins at a local high school. They quickly lost interest and I was afraid our passion for tennis would be limited to the small screen. Since then, he's introduced many people from this website to practice, rally and compete. Our group consists of players rated from 2 - 4.0 and they all seem genuinely interested in improving and helping one another. To his credit, we have even formed several teams to compete in local USTA leagues. I guess what I'm trying to say is that finding a good hitting partner shouldn't just be based on skill. You just need to be open minded to the possibilities of meeting people. Asking to only play with people who are rated 5.0 and above is almost like saying, "Hey, I would only date you if you were a Supermodel." Where's the reality in that?</p> I've also gotten to stand aro…tag:tennisopolis.com,2013-01-11:1869403:Comment:9960682013-01-11T02:07:41.210ZMark / The Mayorhttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/archibot
<p>I've also gotten to stand around bored and lonely wondering if there is a better way - WHICH THERE IS!</p>
<p>I've also gotten to stand around bored and lonely wondering if there is a better way - WHICH THERE IS!</p> Nothing wrong with going to a…tag:tennisopolis.com,2013-01-10:1869403:Comment:9959942013-01-10T21:49:12.956ZTim Praponghttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/TimPrapong
<p>Nothing wrong with going to a real tennis club and getting pick up games. Or just hanging out where tennis is happening and finding pickup games on the fly. I have gotten to hit with lots of former challenger pros and ex college players doing that. </p>
<p>Nothing wrong with going to a real tennis club and getting pick up games. Or just hanging out where tennis is happening and finding pickup games on the fly. I have gotten to hit with lots of former challenger pros and ex college players doing that. </p> I had the same problem for a…tag:tennisopolis.com,2013-01-10:1869403:Comment:9958092013-01-10T19:43:50.008ZColin Chambershttp://tennisopolis.com/profile/ColinChambers638
<p>I had the same problem for a long time. Don't know my rating but couldn't find someone who I couldn't regularly beat that could play often enough. I got used to improving my game by giving my opponent exactly what they want mixed in with pIaying properly.</p>
<p>Setting them up builds their confidence and needs a bit of accuracy. They then start playing above their level. Hitting from positions they never normally would. then you get to practice getting the ball back. It's not perfect but it…</p>
<p>I had the same problem for a long time. Don't know my rating but couldn't find someone who I couldn't regularly beat that could play often enough. I got used to improving my game by giving my opponent exactly what they want mixed in with pIaying properly.</p>
<p>Setting them up builds their confidence and needs a bit of accuracy. They then start playing above their level. Hitting from positions they never normally would. then you get to practice getting the ball back. It's not perfect but it kept me going. </p>
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<p>Then got lucky from one local social league. One guy, a pusher, just kept coming back and improving. He actually paid attention and kept working on his game. We've been playing about 18 months and now he's starting to beat me regularly. </p>
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<p>So it took a lot of patience but I've finally found a hitting partner. It means I can finally work on my higher level game. My serve is now the best its ever been. My movement and defence is a whole new level and I'm enjoying it more than ever. </p>
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<p>Good luck finding a partner. Just thought i'd let you know how I found one. I'd been waiting for years but I started making it work for me and then one popped up. I found like some one else in this thread suggested, Find a motivated person at a lower level and help them reach yours. It's the best way I've found. </p>