Tim Prapong

Male

San Bernardino, CA

United States

Profile Information:

I am a:
Tennis Fan, Teaching Pro or Coach, Racquet Stringer
Random things about me (hobbies, occupation, tennis history, favorite band, etc.):
I play five to six times a week. All court game.
Favorite pro tennis player(s):
Sampras, Federer, McEnroe, Laver, Kuerten, Ivanisevic, Leconte, Mecir, Becker, Edberg, Lendl, Borg, Gasquet, Djokovic, Nadal
My tennis skill (please check your NTRP if you know it):
NTRP 5.0, NTRP 5.5
On the court, I am a:
rightie, chip-n-charger, trixter, slicer, doubles partner, singles player, serve-n-volleyer, top-spinner, all courter, gracious winner, tournament goer
My favorite local courts:
Vermont Canyon in Griffith's Park, Burbank Tennis Center
Relationship status:
Single
Favorite website:
http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com

Comment Wall:

Load Previous Comments

  • Roddy @ ProAm Tennis

    Great sticks! Love the feel of the pro tours! Where did you get those? They're so hard to find. Have you tried the pure storm ltd? It has a similar feel to the pro tours just a little more head light of a feel. What strings and tension do you use and have?

    Dec 2, 2010

  • Roddy @ ProAm Tennis

    I was liking the rounder head for a while. I was using the speed mp for about a year but for some reason i was really feeling it in my elbow and wrist. i guess they're coming out with one that should feel softer, not really sure how but excited to try. I used to go w/ a heavier stick (14.1 oz, all lead in the handle) but i have def lost the timing to go that heavy anymore. I play mostly clay and i still take the ball late, lol. I really liked the exo3 tour 16x18 but def need to lead it up a bit more.

    Dec 2, 2010

  • Roddy @ ProAm Tennis

    Lol I hear ya. How do you like youtek prestiges? Does it feel anything like your tours?

    Dec 2, 2010

  • Peter Freeman

    yeah would love to hit too...can you believe it a gold's gym with courts and nice ones too...

    Dec 4, 2010

  • Christian Howgill

    Tim, yes I worked there for ten years only just left to start up The Tennis Emporium. Very strange to hear that you couldn't open it though, what happened when you tried to click on it the link? That's very worrying. What browser are you using? Try this link
    http://www.thetennisemporium.com
    Would love to know what you think of the site - if you can get on to it!!!

    Dec 5, 2010

  • Christian Howgill

    Thanks for the constructive feedback, really appreciate it. Glad you managed to get onto it eventually, had me worried for minute!

    Dec 6, 2010

  • Mark / The Mayor

    Only 18 days to go on the MM contest!

    Dec 8, 2010

  • Decker

    Are you available to play this weekend? I am in Hollywood. Griffith park is perfect...

     

    Dec 10, 2010

  • Decker

    Hi Tim,

    11:30 is a great time. See you tomorrow at Griffith... I have only played there in tournaments. How do we get a court?

    Dec 10, 2010

  • Decker

    I had fun playing with you this week. It would be fun to get a few players together for doubles. We could play a set of singles before, just to get warmed up.

    Dec 12, 2010

  • Decker

    Thanks Tim. I played a guy yesterday who stated he was a 5.5 and crushed him.... Only, I would rather play 5.0 to 5.5 than not play at all....

    Dec 14, 2010

  • Decker

    7.0 is the highest ranking. I used to be that good (many moons ago). If I start winning tournaments again, then I might raise my rating again....I am trying to hit with 6.0 players to see where I fit in the standings but it is hard to find. Thanks for the positive feedback. Maybe your messages will inspire 6.0+ level players to contact me....

    Dec 14, 2010

  • Decker

    Doubles is a blast... I was waiting on someone to respond for Friday but if you set up doubles, I'm there....

    Dec 14, 2010

  • Decker

    Great

    Dec 14, 2010

  • Tennis Coach Abs

    I used to wear that hat. Lol . Next time you see me , feel free to come up and say hi..I'd love to meet ya !

    Dec 15, 2010

  • Tennis Coach Abs

    Red Ribbon

    Dec 15, 2010

  • Yulanda B

    Hi nice to meet you.

    Dec 15, 2010

  • Kelvinator

    Red Ribbon

    Dec 16, 2010

  • Lendl Jr. (4.5)

    Cheers!

    Dec 16, 2010

  • Lendl Jr. (4.5)

    Hey Tim, I got my Nike Ballistic tennis shoes today!  Looks like a winner! Thanks for the advice as I've been wearing out my running shoes for awhile!

    Dec 16, 2010

  • Mark / The Mayor

    Tim, thanks for your help as a Mod!

    Dec 20, 2010

  • Harold Bessette

    Funny thing about that racket....its the exact stick I use....Head Microgel Prestige Pro!

    Dec 22, 2010

  • Dan Yim

    Oh yeah!  Currently, I'm watching the Edberg Backhand series.  It's the most beautiful shot in the history of tennis :)

    Dec 22, 2010

  • Meags

    there are some similarities but the vantage is not as buttery as the PT its more crisp. Its also more powerful.

    Dec 23, 2010

  • Steve Francis

    thanks mate will be sure to do so. cheers

    Dec 25, 2010

  • Gracie

    Happy holidays to you too! 

    Dec 25, 2010

  • Yulanda B

    Happy Holidays to You Two

    Dec 25, 2010

  • Arianne Kim

    Happy holidays Tim.... :)

    Dec 25, 2010

  • Kelvinator

    Thnx...Happy Christmas and a Merry New Year to you too!

     

    kt

    Dec 25, 2010

  • Jason Rudokas

    Cheers...you too man.

    hope you get some good court time.

    Dec 26, 2010

  • Michael C Morrison

    Hey Tim!  Excellent news!  Can't wait to get your order in the mail to you... I'm leaving for St. Thomas on Wednesday, so if I don't hear from you soon, I'll get your gear to you the week after... Can't wait until you can help Midnight Machete go global... -Mike Mo

    Dec 26, 2010

  • Craig Davidson

    Thanks Tim! Go figure though! There is no group in Bakersfield!

    Dec 27, 2010

  • Nat

    Thank you, Tim! That's very kind of you :)
    Happy New Year!

    Dec 28, 2010

  • Lendl Jr. (4.5)

    Liked the video of Rod Laver and Tony Roche!  that was Lendls coach for many years!

    Dec 28, 2010

  • Tennis Coach Abs

    a very happy new year to you as well tim !

    Dec 30, 2010

  • Dat Truong

    Hey Tim,

    Thanks for the welcome.  Where do you guys play tennis? I'm in the Sarasota area. 

    Dec 30, 2010

  • Brian Tinio

    Hi Tim,

    How are you? May you have a great New Year. let it be  # 1

    Dec 30, 2010

  • Christian Howgill

    Thanks Tim, Hope you had a great Christmas and all the best for the New Year

    Dec 30, 2010

  • Jeff Goss

    Thanks Tim.  I was particularly impressed with your discussions of various players and the your great U Tube collection on your site.  I'd love to hit with you in the future or play some doubles if you need a fourth.  Hope you had a great New Years!!

    Later,

    Jeff        San Fernando Valley

    Jan 1, 2011

  • Jeff Goss

    Thank you, I'm inspired!!!  So much of life can be learned through tennis.  Ya know?

    Jan 1, 2011

  • lisa beth williams

    i watch tennis a whole lot, and i have to say the imitations of gasquet, blake, and coria were perfect!!!!! and of course feliciano with the "chip shot". thanks again. have a good day. bye

    Jan 2, 2011

  • Juyan Z.

    Thanks. I am just a beginner. Any advice on how to find people who would be willing play with a beginner? Thanks Juyan

    Jan 2, 2011

  • Jeff Goss

    Right back at ya.  Hitting with you and Karl on the clay was outstanding.  I also really enjoyed having lunch, getting to know you and talking tennis.

    Outstanding afternoon!

    Later,

     

    Jan 3, 2011

  • Juyan Z.

    Thanks a lot! I really appreciate it. Juyan

    Jan 3, 2011

  • Regina

    Thanks Tim!

    Jan 3, 2011

  • Regina

    It's the menu cover for Golden Cowlie Restaurant.

    Jan 3, 2011

  • Jonathan

    Thanks Tim!

    Jan 3, 2011

  • Jason Rudokas

    Thanks man.

    It was kind of a lark for me. The real story is that a buddy of mine wanted to get some exercise and shoveling off a tennis court was his best option. I could'nt resist though.

    cheers

    Jan 3, 2011

  • Vanessa Partida

    Happy New Year to you too Tim! 

     

    Thank you for accepting me as your friend! =D 

     

    I'm starting to play tennis again...I was not able to play last month but let me know when you are around here maybe we can hit sometime! 

     

    Let me know! 

     

    Vanessa 

    =D

    Jan 4, 2011

  • Liliana Craig

    Thank you very much, Tim. Happy New Year.

    Jan 5, 2011