Steve

Male

Corona, Ca

United States

Profile Information:

I am a:
Tournament or League Player, Teaching Pro or Coach
Neighborhood or other helpful location info:
Corona, Ca
Random things about me (hobbies, occupation, tennis history, favorite band, etc.):
I was nationally ranked as a junior in singles, went to Pepperdine for tennis, and played challengers back in the 90's as well. I have played competitively off and on over the years as well as taught and given lessons. I now play men's 35s in Socal - mostly singles, but some doubles and mixed at the 5.0,5.5 or open level. In the meantime, hit me up for a match or even just to rally. I have also given private lessons aorund SoCal, so if you are looking for help or instruction with your game feel free to contact me.
Favorite pro tennis player(s):
OLD SCHOOL: Rod Laver, Sven Davidson, Stan Smith, Bjorn Borg, Johnny Mac, Mats Wilander, Martina & Chrissie, Steffi, Tom Leonard, Rick Leach/Tim Pawsat/Jim Pugh, The Panchos, The Jensens, The Dents, Pete, Andre, Lindsey, Chang, Muster, Hewitt and Guga. NEW SCHOOL:: Federer, Nole, Monfils, Raonic, Murray, Capra, Garcia, Rus, Clijsters, Henin, Querrey, Isner, Sock, Young, Fish, Harrison, Gilles Simon, "Dog" Dolgopolov and of course Jo-Wilfred Tsonga,
My tennis skill (please check your NTRP if you know it):
Not bad, NTRP 6.0
On the court, I am a:
rightie, singles player, returner, two-hander, baseliner, gracious winner, gracious loser
My favorite local courts:
Mountain Gate - Corona, Shady Canyon-Newport, Arcadia Park, Sierra Madre Park, West Newport Park by the water @56th, Newport Beach Tennis Club, Palisades Club, LA Tennis Club, Los Caballeros, Claremont Club, Industry Hills, West Covina Raquet club....and the clay in Irvine.
Relationship status:
Single
Favorite website:
http://Tennisexpress.com

Comment Wall:

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  • sean

    Steve r u available to play weekday mornings from 10-12 or so, I looking for a doubles partner. I play against very good players a few Ex Davis Cupers? The tennis there is very competitive and my partner is injured. If not could you turn me on to someone that could?

    Dec 18, 2009

  • sean

    You can reach me at 909-573-5553
    FYI I'm 6'2 very athletic and played a pro sport for 10 years
    and I don't like to lose!

    Dec 18, 2009

  • sean

    Steve,
    wow iv'e been sick for two weeks with a cold but feeling better. I play during the week in Walnut next to Mt Sac college And sometimes on the weekends.These guys play every day there! I own a restaurant in Chino Hills so it works for me to play in the late mornings. Julio is an ex- davis cup guy and some Div 1 guys too... they're all really good. I also have two courts and a gm at my house if you want to hit here too. I live near Corona..The Preserve in Chino off the 71 fwy. Give me a call when your ready to come out. my email is eltepeyaccafe@yahoo.com talk to you soon.

    Jan 3, 2010

  • sean

    We play ad.. Situation is my partner teaches a lot and he's always throwing out his back.
    I also would like to travel to other events and play and he doesn't have the time.I grew up in Hawaii and would like to play in a tourny out there if possible. I played pro baseball for several years and tennis in college but baseball took all my time. I'm very competitive and like to play he best guys out there

    Happy New Year!

    Jan 3, 2010