Joe

, Male

San Ramon

United States

Profile Information:

I am a:
Tennis Fan, Tournament/ League Player
Neighborhood or other helpful location info:
San Ramon, California
Random things about me (hobbies, occupation, tennis history, favorite band, etc.):
I play primarily doubles. Have been playing in USTA Leagues since 2004. I have a regular mixed doubles partner. We are always looking to play other couples. But due to her work schedule, she cannot always play on weekends or in tournaments.
Favorite pro tennis player(s):
Ana Ivanovic
My tennis skill (please check your NTRP if you know it):
NTRP 3.5
On the court, I am a:
doubles partner, top-spinner, lobber, baseliner, gracious winner, tournament goer
My favorite local courts:
ClubSport San Ramon; Pleasanton Clubsport indoors
Relationship status:
Married

Comment Wall:

  • Mark / The Mayor

    Hi! It's great to have you here! This is my *new* generic welcome message that, fortunately, is required due to the enormous growth. We're growing by 100 new members a day, and I just couldn't keep up. But that's a good thing. ;-)

    Invite your friends too. We’re trying to reach 20,000 members by Wimbledon. :-)
    If you need any help, let me know.
    M
    _

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    If you are looking to meet people for tennis matches, Look through the Groups or create a Group of your own and invite your tennis contacts. It's a good place to keep in touch with everyone in your circle.

    Here’s a primer on how to meet other players.

    The Forum is really the hub of the online community. Other places to explore: post youtube videos, add your own photos, write your own blog.

    …and just hang out and meet great people.

    Welcome aboard,
    Mark

    Apr 7, 2008

  • Joe

    Looking for mixed doubles competition in the East Bay, California. Preferably in the Concord, Danville, Pleasanton areas. My partner cannot play tournaments because she works Saturdays, so I'm looking for a 3.5 female partner that can play USTA weekend tournaments.

    Apr 16, 2008

  • Vera

    MTA is alive and well (I'm a board member!). The Oakland Hills TC Interclub event was cancelled today (the 15th). See you on the 29th.

    Aug 15, 2008

  • Vera

    BTW, how did you learn about MTA? :) Are you going to any other events (like the BTC interclub)?

    Aug 15, 2008

  • Joe

    I saw an ad in Inside Tennis. Thought it would be interesting to venture even further out than I already do for tennis. I play tennis about 3 or 4 times a week, even though my achilles tendons really are killing me. I now play just doubles. I prefer mixed doubles. I have had a steady doubles partner for 4 years, but I want to play in some mixed doubles tournaments. Most of those require full weekend commits, and she works Saturdays. I did play in the Bridge the Generations tournament at Mills couple weeks back with another female partner. Were you there?

    Aug 15, 2008

  • Vera

    hi joe, the exit is lakeshore ave

    Aug 19, 2008

  • John

    Joe, I'm a 3-3.5. live in Danville. open to singles, doubles or just
    good volley for 1-2 hours. eves. or weekends

    Aug 27, 2008

  • John

    Joe, I can play Sunday. Don't have a doubles partner? Will see if I can get one? call me 925 519-7760. i live in danville

    Aug 29, 2008

  • John

    Joe,
    I got a tennis partner for 3-3:30 on Sat. We can play at Osage Park in Danville unless you havecourts? call me 925 519-7760

    Aug 29, 2008

  • Joe

    Hi JOhn, you say you have a partner for Saturday, but I was asking about Sunday. We cant make it Saturday, but if your partner is available Sunday, we have a match. Let me know.

    Aug 29, 2008

  • Joe

    John, I got home late from playing at that Davie Stadium tennis social and didnt want to call you then. I'll call you later this morning and clarify about Sunday versus Saturday.

    Aug 30, 2008

  • Coach Dudley

    hey joe. i see you joined my group. thanks. i met a few offline tonight at emerald glen. im hoping to grow the group into a regular tennis drop in at a central location. let me know if this is something you might be interested in since i read your profile and see you might be a member of both local club sports. dudley

    Sep 4, 2008

  • Coach Dudley

    hi joe, just read your message. yeah playing as a guest at private clubs is nice. i could afford it but i dont like the way club members act. id rather meet people at the public park and make guine friends. ive seen your tennis profile and you seem to have a nice connection with players. maybe you can recruit them to our group. looking forward to meeting you.

    Sep 5, 2008

  • Joe

    I agree with you about those clubs. First of all, I can't afford them, and secondly, like you, I dont like those club members either. There is an arrogance about them.

    Sep 5, 2008

  • GG

    Hi Joe! Nice to meet you as well. What is the Resnick Tournament? Is that a part of MTA? I'm not really in the loop with tournament play. Haven't played competitively in 25 years. Just getting back in the groove with my game.

    Oct 12, 2008

  • GG

    Good Morning. My workload is heavy before I go on vacation, so I probably will not make Sunday. After that, I'm gone for 2 weeks, returning on Nov. 6. Mixed doubles sounds great. I should be able to find a 4th. I'll touchbase when I get back.

    Oct 13, 2008

  • Coach Dudley

    joe got your message. im checking with mark, the facilitator of this website. might be a glitch...

    Oct 14, 2008

  • GG

    Hi Joe
    Yep. Back from vaca. Still playing in tournaments?

    Nov 16, 2008