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2nd USTA match for season

So i was anxious and excited about second usta match and like previous matches that seem to "count" (in this case for myself and my team.. along with a onlookers watching) I seem to over analyze (or worry) about my game plan and such since I've never met the person or his style of play. Well, it turns out that the other team defaulted on #2 singles spot which was me and at that point, I was relieved of my anxious symptoms .. .but also bummed out that i couldn't play.. But one thing that struck a… Continue

Added by JWL on March 21, 2010 at 11:44am — No Comments

There’s a lotta life left in Looby’s legs

Just a couple of days ago I was questioning whether James Blake has any tennis left. The answer was a somewhat qualified No. And last night I watched as Ivan Ljubičić sent Rafael Nadal packing out of Indian Wells a… Continue

Added by tennischick on March 21, 2010 at 9:30am — No Comments

Looking for a mixed doubles partner

All I live in the Duluth and looking for a mixed doubles partner for playing league matches. I am a 3.0 level player and an above average player. Looking for some one who is interested. Continue

Added by Kapil Manchanda on March 20, 2010 at 4:16pm — No Comments

'Need' Is Such a Strong Word

There was this poll on another tennis blog that I thought asked one of the best questions I've seen in a long time. It was heading into the women's quarterfinals at the upset-plagued BNP Paribas Open and asked not who was going to win the tournament, but who really needed to win the most for their career. I think I voted for Agnieszka Radwanska, because what has she d… Continue

Added by Van Sias on March 20, 2010 at 3:03pm — No Comments

4 hr indoor session doubles and singles

I think I'm playing way too much tennis and I think it's becoming bit unhealthy at times and also like any other type of addiction I can't seem to stop... I think it stems from the fact that more you play the better you will get... and that's partially true for me but since I'm not professional and weren't bred to be one... I think it's doing more harm then good when playing too much.. I know pros that's there job and playing 4-8 hours a day is normal and I used to think how cool and fun it woul… Continue

Added by JWL on March 19, 2010 at 5:25pm — No Comments

Tennis partner

Looking for a tennis partner.3.5-4.0 level.To play close to miricle miles area.Just moved to LA.Had a regular partner for 4 years.I'm looking for someone to play on a regular bases. Let me know if interested.Flexible in time Continue

Added by kate agnias on March 19, 2010 at 1:30am — No Comments

New in Ventura - looking to hit the balls

Hi, My name is Ondrej, I am 49 yo male. I will spend a couple of months in the city of Ventura. I would like to play tennis with someone. I have played tennis for 3 years, but after some injuries I need to get back into this nice game. I live near Harry Lyon Park. Please feel free to contact me if you are interested. My email addres is: os227227@gmail.com Continue

Added by Ondrej Sladek on March 18, 2010 at 8:09pm — No Comments

Practice session

So usually when I go and hit with people is that they usually just rally and hit without any purpose. I don't mind this at all as i'm grateful to be on the court but sometimes there should be some goals or purpose in hitting session to develop areas in your game where your lacking. That's why once in a while I don't mind the rallies of hitting back forth (usually in the center) but I feel that if i continue to implement this every time it becomes a habit during match time. So sometimes it's hard… Continue

Added by JWL on March 17, 2010 at 11:45pm — No Comments

Does James Blake have any tennis left?

I don’t understand the timing of Blake’s decision to part with his coach. I’m not saying that it was the wrong decision. On the contrary, I used to wonder why he hadn’t done it years ago.

Changing… Continue

Added by tennischick on March 17, 2010 at 9:51pm — 2 Comments

Great Day To Play Tennis In New York City!!

A very good day to play tennis in New York City! http://tenniswin.tripod.com

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Added by DP on March 17, 2010 at 2:12pm — No Comments

Lets hit in the IE!

looking to set up a group of players in the temecula/murrieta area 4.0 and up, men or women (i really hate the NTRP system so in cleartext.. solid players that are competitive, like to have fun and get a good workout, but don't like hit and giggle, clear as mud?)...singles or doubles....sound like you? I know you are out there. courts to be determined. thanks

Brad

smokeylung@msn.com

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Added by Brad Dantzer on March 17, 2010 at 12:46pm — No Comments

wanting to play any time

hello in rancho cordova looking for anyone to hit with Continue

Added by danny michener on March 17, 2010 at 8:24am — No Comments

High School Tennis Season

Girls High School tennis practice just started this week and already we have a controversy. One of our top players has been told she can not play because her parents, who lost their jobs, do not have health insurance. The school can not risk her getting hurt and not being covered due to budget constraints. This seems totally unfair to the girl and her parents, who are good people. What is the policy in other stat… Continue

Added by Sam Norwich on March 16, 2010 at 7:50pm — No Comments

Tennis

Hi David, I just moved to Bloomington, IN and looking for someone to play tennis with. I'm a 3.5 player. Are you still living in Bloomington? If so, do you want to play tennis sometime? Continue

Added by Nia Win on March 16, 2010 at 6:24pm — No Comments

usta challenge team match just finished....

I always get prematch jitters.. and when my coach sends out an email on challenge matches.. i get nervous and throws my day off and the carefree life that i have is now interrupted. I don't mind losing if I gave it all I had and even playing up to par... but when my mind blanks, i get stiff, anxiety takes over, and I lose.. it takes me days too cope and I'm thinking i'm putting so much emphasis on tennis that i probably need to spend more time in my other hobbies (guitar for example) and hopeful… Continue

Added by JWL on March 16, 2010 at 1:17am — No Comments

Young men dream dreams, Old Farts carry grudges

Mexican Lucha Libre Wrestlers Battle In London

DampAss contemplated the offer. On the one hand he knew that he was in good enough shape to play. But he really resented having to play for free. He didn’t see why Nike or some other… Continue

Added by tennischick on March 15, 2010 at 7:48pm — No Comments

Ego trippin

I'm hoping to remind myself that it is just a game ... my ego must be really big which is probally why it's hard for me to believe that... It would be nice to have a women's ego since they dont' seem too hyped about scores and performances as men.. Seriously though I need to learn how to relax more.
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Added by JWL on March 15, 2010 at 2:32pm — No Comments

USTA team challenge matches

So i have a challenge match tomorrow that i'm pretty nervous about despite it being a team member and not some unknown player. I think it stems from the fact it's a team member so you feel kind of like you have to play more safe and be respectful... but being a male, we have huge egos that get in the way and usually ends up being just a regular match. Anyhow, i'm bit nervous about that but also nervous about performance because i sometimes just go blank and sit like deer in a headlight.... and s… Continue

Added by JWL on March 14, 2010 at 11:31pm — No Comments

Ongoing List of specific habits that has worked well for me personally (which will be added or subtracted throughtout my tennis journey)

Ongoing List of specific habits that has worked well for me personally (which will be added or subtracted throughtout my tennis journey) And although there are sooooo many different style of tennis players out there... usually if these key points for me are blended in.. i usually end up playing well and having fun!! My style of play is counterpunching so it's crucial for me to keep the ball in play and move around the court.

- Losing is painful but my attitude and how I deal with afterw… Continue

Added by JWL on March 14, 2010 at 11:30pm — No Comments

FIRST TENNIS POST

So I found out about this site after asking around the tenniswarehouse forum about blogging my tennis sessions and someone directed me to this site. Hopefully I can constantly write down whatever is bothering me on the court and get some perspective or insights on random strangers..lol (at least im not picking up hitchikers). About month ago, I had first usta match and for some reason I couldn't sleep for days as I always get nervous before matches that "count" and have very hard time focusing a… Continue

Added by JWL on March 14, 2010 at 11:21pm — 1 Comment