James Russell

Male

Brooklyn, NY

United States

Profile Information:

I am a:
Tennis Fan, Casual Player, Teaching Pro/ Coach
Neighborhood or other helpful location info:
Brooklyn, NY
Random things about me (hobbies, occupation, tennis history, favorite band, etc.):
I'm a 4.0/4.5 player... would be a 4.5 or higher if i played consistently. I'm really just looking to get out and get some solid exercise a few times a week. i can play competitive if needs be, but I just want a good hit.
Favorite pro tennis player(s):
Marat Safin, Rodge Podge, Raffa, any one but Roddick or Hewitt
My tennis skill (please check your NTRP if you know it):
Pretty damn good., NTRP 4.0, NTRP 4.5
On the court, I am a:
trixter, slicer, watcher, whaler, poacher, doubles partner, singles player, bomber, acer, two-hander, all courter, drop-shotter
My favorite local courts:
Fort Greene

Comment Wall:

  • Michael McCasland

    Hey James,

    Do you want to play this weekend? Sunday is best for me, and I can meet you in brooklyn.

    I'm a 4.0 but play up against better players, and definatly play for exercise. mccaslan@gmail.com

    Jun 19, 2008

  • Mark / The Mayor

    Hi! Welcome to the "community-based" tennis social network which connects tennis players, fans, coaches, and you.

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    Jun 21, 2008

  • Michael McCasland

    Hey James,

    I can play tomorrow in the late afternoon. give me call if you want to set something up.

    202-359-9534

    Jun 21, 2008

  • James Russell

    see you there

    Jul 9, 2008

  • Kemar

    hey man i am so not good at navigating this site,,,,I am down to play hate Forte Green courts they really need to invest in redoing them...

    Jul 17, 2008