leslie shuffleton

Female

Palm Desert, CA

United States

Profile Information:

I am a:
Tournament or League Player
Neighborhood or other helpful location info:
palm desert, CA
Random things about me (hobbies, occupation, tennis history, favorite band, etc.):
I trained as a competitive rower from 1990 (college) - 2000. I was the US Single sculler in 98 and 99 representing the US at world cup regattas and world championships. I also hold several gold medals in the National Championships for Rowing in singles sculling, doubles, quadrple sculls, and the eights. I began focussing on tennis after the birth of my son 6 years ago 2005 when I joined a local league. Needing a competitive outlet, and thriving on goals, I went from a 3.5 NTRP to a highly competitive 4.5 this year (2011). My goal is to continue to up my level of play for as long as my body will hold out! I am a personal trainer by trade and use that knowledge to keep in shape and recover from injuries.
Favorite pro tennis player(s):
Agassi, Clijster's, Murray, Nadal, and Serena for her unabashed aggression!
My tennis skill (please check your NTRP if you know it):
NTRP 4.5
On the court, I am a:
rightie, hacker, singles player, bomber, returner, two-hander, gamer, top-spinner, baseliner, gracious winner, gracious loser, tournament goer
My favorite local courts:
any in good shape.
Relationship status:
In a Relationship, Married
Favorite website:
http://www. Desertfitnessgroup.com

Comment Wall:

  • Mark Fleming

    Welcome Leslie.

    Jan 30, 2011

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    Feb 5, 2011

  • Terence

    Hi,

     

    I'll be in Palm Springs/Desert from Feb 12-19.  I'll be staying at the Hyatt hotels in both places.  4.0 player here (used to be 4.5, but haven't played in a while.)

     

    anyway, i'm looking forward to getting back into shape.  if you're around and interested in hitting, let me know.

     

    choth21@gmail.com

     

    Terence

     

    Feb 6, 2011

  • syed khalid

    Hi Leslie

      Am a 4.0-4.5. Am in PD from Nov 29 - Dec 6. Am staying at Marriott  PD.   Would love to setup singles. My ceell is 408-655-1096

    SYd

    Nov 14, 2012

  • syed khalid

    Hi Leslie

      Thanks for the response. Sure Friday morning is good but lets confirm fter you now your draw.

    Syed

    Nov 16, 2012