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Why did USTA switch to self-rating system?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Tim Prapong Apr 22. 1 Reply

Yesterday, I was trying to explain the rating system to my playing partner.Years ago, I played on my club's Patron's League team (the inter-club tournament) and was required to be rated by a local…Continue

Is Wilson NXT black string DIFFERENT from natural?

Started this discussion. Last reply by CoachV - William Vazquez Mar 31. 6 Replies

I just had my racquet restrung and chose NXT 17 rather arbitrarily; I DID however consciously choose the black color, since it seems to help me focus on hitting the ball.I've run across a review---…Continue

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Tennis Over 50

I'd like to hear from players over 50. I came across a book called Playing Tennis Over 50 and was intrigued. How do players stay in shape, compete, stay safe to avoid injury? Are there 50+ tournaments, clinics, or discussions out there?See More
May 12
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Another way to meet players?

http://www.tennisround.com/tennis-players/fl/fort-myersSomeone posted the site on Craigslist (it's in the "Community/ Activities partners" section).I don't have any experience with using the site yet, but maybe others would like to know about it..See More
May 12
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Bruce Righter replied to Phil turner's discussion '4.0 player new to Naples anxious to play' in the group NAPLES Tennis
"Phil, the main guy of the group is currently renting in Fiddler's Creek and is allowed free play on the clay after 4 pm. The courts ARE lighted. Unfortunately, he's moving closer to downtown in June I think, but we've got a few more…"
May 10
Phil turner and Bruce Righter are now friends
May 10
Bruce Righter replied to Phil turner's discussion '4.0 player new to Naples anxious to play' in the group NAPLES Tennis
"Phil, we're playing down in south Naples, sometimes at night and sometimes on weekends. Everybody still works, so scheduling is a problem, but we try to get on the courts when we can. I played singles last Tuesday, but had a good game of…"
May 10
Bruce Righter replied to Bruce Righter's discussion 'Anyone using USTA Flex League?' in the group NAPLES Tennis
"I can't find any info indicating how healthy the participation in this league is. The spring session is currently underway in Collier county, but there doesn't seem to be any way to see how many people are playing. It's a LOT more…"
May 10
Phil turner replied to Bruce Righter's discussion 'Anyone using USTA Flex League?' in the group NAPLES Tennis
"I'm thinking about joining the Collier Men's Singles 4.0.  It's worth $35 to find someone at a similar level to play with. Anyone else?"
May 9
Tim Prapong replied to Bruce Righter's discussion 'Why did USTA switch to self-rating system?'
"My friend formerly played ITF doubles tourneys and is now a ranked 50 and over, and a two USTA 4.0 tourney winner last year. He was rated by a local coach to be 3.0 when he started! Paying for a coach to be rated by a local pro sounds good and all,…"
Apr 22
Bruce Righter joined Ayman's group
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Fort Myers Tennis Players

Tennis players in the Fort Myers, FL area. Everyone welcome. Join the group and meet new friends.See More
Apr 21
Bruce Righter replied to Wayne Schuster's discussion 'Looking for a 4.0 partner'
"Wayne, this probably should have been placed in the local Naples group-- http://tennisopolis.com/group/naplestennis I realize you posted nearly two years ago, so this isn't any help, but maybe someone else will benefit....."
Apr 21
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Why did USTA switch to self-rating system?

Yesterday, I was trying to explain the rating system to my playing partner.Years ago, I played on my club's Patron's League team (the inter-club tournament) and was required to be rated by a local pro: you paid $10, went to a designated spot & the pro watched you play for a while, then assigned a rating.Generally (I think) the pro just confirmed the ranking that players wrote down on their application, so maybe it wasn't all that different from self-rating. Still, it would seem like some…See More
Apr 21
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CoachV - William Vazquez replied to Bruce Righter's discussion 'Is Wilson NXT black string DIFFERENT from natural?'
"the black OG Sheep is very Soft and flexible similar to the Jim Courier version."
Mar 31
Tim Prapong replied to Bruce Righter's discussion 'Is Wilson NXT black string DIFFERENT from natural?'
"I agree the gold Gosen sheep plays different from the plain clear. Has more pocketing and softer feel."
Mar 31
Bruce Righter replied to Bruce Righter's discussion 'Is Wilson NXT black string DIFFERENT from natural?'
"Coach, thanks for the response. That one review (above) says the durability of the black string is intentional, but I'm doubting that more & more...I hadn't used NXT before, so I don't any frame of reference."
Mar 31
Bruce Righter replied to Bruce Righter's discussion 'Is Wilson NXT black string DIFFERENT from natural?'
"Paul, like you, I didn't find anything suggesting a difference either (other than this one guy's review/ complaint). Wilson WOULD promote durability of black string if that claim could be backed up."
Mar 31
CoachV - William Vazquez replied to Bruce Righter's discussion 'Is Wilson NXT black string DIFFERENT from natural?'
"OK. This interest me. Prince synth gut white & yellow. Played differently. I have a clear gosen og sheep synth gut & the black version as well. I find the lighter colors are stiffer. So I suspect that the black nxt. Might seem to last longer…"
Mar 31

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