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ITF Stories--from the amateurs playing the senior circuits

Started this discussion. Last reply by Gary Sakuma Oct 21, 2012. 3 Replies

I am 42 going on 43 and really getting into the ITF's.  I figure there are many other players out there that go and travel to the various ones.  It would be nice to hear positive stories and be…Continue

Tags: tour, amateur, senior, itf, tennis

Can people post videos of their NTRP play--I just ran into a 4.0 guy that moved up to 4.5 from Baltimore--and he is ridiculously good

Started this discussion. Last reply by Gary Sakuma Apr 3, 2011. 11 Replies

   granted--I'm an out of practice computer rated 5.0--but I always felt like an okay 4.5 max.  This guy Iz is pretty complete for a 4.0 guy that just moved up to 4.5--and he hasn't played 4.5 league…Continue

Tags: comparison, ntrp, tennis

How important is Diet in Tennis.

Started this discussion. Last reply by Gary Sakuma Jun 5, 2010. 5 Replies

I just started this discussion on youtube and it's exploded. I encourage diet plus exercise for weight control Continue

Tags: hi10spro, diet, tenis

WTA Pattaya Open --Women Pro Tennis

Started this discussion. Last reply by Gary Sakuma Jun 5, 2010. 11 Replies

The top seed is Vera Zvonerva with Sania Mirza second.  It's a really small venue, with 3000 seats so you're really close to the court.  Ticket run as cheap at $6 US dollars to $30 dollars.  The one…Continue

Tags: 2010, Open, Pattaya, WTA

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How to Hit the Pro Forehand: Swing path

"The second guy, you talk about going into the ball straight and linear. He doesn't have the more open stance of the better first player. He looks bunched up trying to go purely straight into a high ball. He would be better off not starting too…"
May 13
Tim Prapong commented on Gary Sakuma's video
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How to Hit the Pro Forehand: Swing path

"Yes, this is a good example of a Western grip player with significant U turning of the racquet face in the backswing. You correctly point out that his hand is higher than the racquet head at contact. As his elbow slides forwards and inwards, he has…"
May 13
Tim Prapong commented on Gary Sakuma's video
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HOw to Hit a Killer LOOP Forehand

"That's a really long swing to create that ramp. There's a more compact way to do that. Well, actually two major ways to achieve that in a shorter swing."
May 13
Tim Prapong commented on Gary Sakuma's video
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Tennis Lesson: How to hit a Beautiful Topspin Forehand

"Graceful high takeback and swings. The footwork is interesting too. Problem would be she can be rushed with those long swings. You're right about the extra steps she takes on the running forehand."
May 13
Tim Prapong commented on Gary Sakuma's video
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How to Hit Your Forehand Harder

"The first forehand is "inside-in", meaning you ran around your backhand, then went to the player's deuce court. I think V is correct on a certain sense you are then limited to how much you can come around on the flat plane in order to…"
May 13
Gary Sakuma commented on Gary Sakuma's video
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How to Hit Your Forehand Harder

"tim...just ask sim... flat is something I am not...maybe my abs :D"
May 13
Gary Sakuma commented on Gary Sakuma's video
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How to Hit Your Forehand Harder

"hey free willy, what is this? inside inside stuff... are we discussing paul wardlaw directionals---because you're the second person to say this to me.  maybe i'm old?  but we used to call a shot hit from the backhand side of the…"
May 13
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CoachV - William Vazquez commented on Gary Sakuma's video
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How to Hit Your Forehand Harder

"Thats NOT an inside out forehand thats an Inside in forehand. or a run around the backhand shot. inside out is completely Wrong for this video!"
May 3
Tim Prapong commented on Gary Sakuma's video
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How to Hit Your Forehand Harder

"Boy, you hit flat! lol"
May 3
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How to Hit Your Forehand Harder

http://www.hi10spro.blogspot.com shows How to Hit Your Forehand Harder Purchase our ebooks at http://hawaiitennispro.blogspot.com/2013/02/ebook-special-singl...
May 2
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How to Play Singles: Complete Video 10 Rules to Play Singles

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Apr 27
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Passing the USPTA Group Lesson

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Tim Prapong commented on Gary Sakuma's video
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How to Return the Wide Serve: Textbook Doubles

"This has been the standard rule since day one. But if you have a heavy topspin forehand, certainly you can hit one over the net man and put the server on the defensive. Also can be done with a lob, the classic "cagey senior" weapon. Also,…"
Apr 18
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HD Wall Work: Return of Serve Back view May 2010

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Apr 17
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I am a:
Teaching Pro or Coach
Neighborhood or other helpful location info:
Bangkok, Thailand
Random things about me (hobbies, occupation, tennis history, favorite band, etc.):
I love tennis and try to learn as much as possible
My tennis skill (please check your NTRP if you know it):
NTRP 5.0
On the court, I am a:
rightie, chip-n-charger, serve-n-volleyer
My favorite local courts:
Udomsok 27, Cuesta Tennis Academy Sukhumvit soi 50
Relationship status:
Married
Favorite website:
http://www.hi10spro.blogspot.com

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How to Hit a Killer Loop Forehand and Matchplay

Posted on June 10, 2010 at 8:51am 0 Comments

How to Hit the Killer Loop Forehand



Pete vs Me Match play…

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Level of Thailand Tennis--Veterans Tennis Association 80's and above Combined Ages #1 seeds

Posted on June 3, 2010 at 8:30pm 1 Comment

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Best Match of the www.Pattaya-tennis.com Tournament April 2010

Posted on May 29, 2010 at 8:46pm 1 Comment

Anna--female, 15 years old, winner of the Jomtien Men's Open March 2010, Semifinalist previous songkran tournament, nickname Giant Killer or the Beast with the Cute face, and weighs in at 100 lbs and 5 foot 3 inches...facing Dean--current PTT circuit ranking of ONE, age 23, 6foot, 180 lbs, nickname: Magician.



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Warm ups and Quarterfinal Match of Www.Pattaya-Tennis.Com SongKran Tournament

Posted on May 1, 2010 at 2:47am 0 Comments

This tournament was quite competitive and has gotten stronger and stronger every time. There were several top twenty prospects in the draw



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At 8:26pm on January 4, 2013, Mark / The Mayor said…

Gary!  You are rocking it on 'opolis!  Love seeing all your posts.  A little more juice and I can see you on the top header where Coach V is now.  You got it in you?

At 12:12am on November 30, 2010, Mark / The Mayor said…
Hi Gary! Since you are one of our most active members, I want to tell you about a fun new feature of the site: Leaderboard Rewards. Make your way to the top 5 for the month and win free tennis gear from Midnight Machete! Check out the Leaderboard Rewards contest, and then track your progress up the boards here:
leaders for the month
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Good luck!
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At 1:43pm on January 19, 2010, Blake GiantTennis.com said…
Hey buddy,

I like your blog and posts. I watched a bunch of your videos in that "retaliation" article and I enjoyed watching them. Let me know if you'd be interested in signing up for our affiliate program www.gianttennis.com/affiliates. I think you could be making some money on your blog and youtube videos by posting our affiliate link on there.

Let me know if you're interested. I'd love to explain how it works.

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At 6:32pm on November 24, 2009, Mark / The Mayor said…
Hi Gary, I added you to the Popular Contributors at the top right of every page for a little while. We are going to rotate people in and out of there to keep it fresh - so THANKS for being an active member here.
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At 11:02am on November 24, 2009, Mark / The Mayor said…
Try some Tennis Haiku - I challenge you!
http://tennisopolis.com/forum/topics/haiku-you-write-a-haiku-about
At 3:05am on November 16, 2009, John Hoffman said…
Prolific maniac!

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