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Mark Winters

oungsters from Southern California worthy. “Being from the west, I didn’t have a distinct advantage when know that much about the school,” she Ychoosing a college. Because of the said. “I visited, both officially and unoffi- section’s competitive depth, schools cially, 11schools.I talked with many coach- across the country are anxious to add es.I knew I didn't want to go to a pro- local players, numbered among the US gram that was really intense. elite, to their rosters. While deciding on a “I was here during 9-11. I spent five university is often as difficult as choosing days pretty much alone. I really got a whom to marry, a number of SoCal per- good feeling from the students and the formers have moved their talents beyond campus. Friends told me I would get this the sectional boundaries in order to pur- weird feeling when I found the right sue an education and tennis. school. I could see myself walking on the These individuals have benefited from campus and relating to the other kids.” the experience. With the intercollegiate season in full swing, Rylan Rizza, Doug (continued on next page) Stewart and Lori Stern of the University of Virginia, Brian Wilson of Illinois and Caylan Leslie of Notre Dame discussed what their life is like in a new locale. Leaving home is never easy, particular- Brian Wilson ly when you grow up in an area where the weather is postcard perfect and it's “Stanford, Princeton and Yale were some easy to have a testing workout nearly of the schools I visited, but my main cri- every day. Given all the Southern teria was good academics and a coach California pluses, Leslie’s move to South who would develop my game so that, in Bend, Indiana was novel indeed. “I wanted time, I could turn pro. The Ivy League to leave the state because I figured I had schools don't get much competition. the next four years to do whatever I Here they are building a program.” wanted,” the junior said. “I want to expe- Stewart has been his team’s top player rience other things. I told the coaches, and Rizza, also a freshman, is a solid No. but none of them believed me. I contact- 3. “Initially, I was a little hesitant,” he ed many schools, but it came down to admitted. “I came in hoping it would be Notre Dame or Vanderbilt.” what I expected and I love it.I couldn’t Stewart was looking for the ultimate ask for more. The team is so close and academic/tennis match. “Actually, I never the coaches are even more dedicated thought about going to Virginia, but coach than the players. I’ve got it all.” (Brian Boland) pretty much wouldn't That Stern, another freshman from leave me alone,” the freshman explained. SoCal, is attending UVA is movie script Caylan Leslie College Tennis: is the fall leaves, the first snow or the hint a little. Maybe I of spring, the energy changes; it’s a feeling will wear a col- Up Close And Personal that unites the campus. People will lay lared shir t and (continued from previous page) outside in bathing suits when the sun a sweater” comes out for the first time in three There is much months and it's only 55 degrees. It’s funny, more than sar- I can’t really describe how happy I am torial splendor with each season.” to the Stewart, Wilson is now a cold weather veteran. Rizza, Stern, “The weather was my biggest adjustment Leslie and Wilson by far,” Wilson said. “My first winter was story. Each indi- the worst, but I enjoy indoor tennis.” He Doug Stewart vidual has made added, "when I first came here I had long their teams hair and a pretty good tan. All the girls stronger.” Doug and Rylan have done a would comment on my hair and tan. They great job representing Southern kept asking me if I was going tanning. California,” said Brian Boland, the men’s Even the guys on the team thought I had coach at University of Virginia.” Doug is a fake tan.” the No. 1 recruit in his class. He is dedi- Attitudes differ across the country. cated to the team and has the work “The people are different, a lot more ethic, desire and potential to help conservative,” Wilson continued. “I grew Virginia tennis rise to the top. Rylan is a up in San Diego and went to a lot of tremendous athlete with unlimited concerts in Hollywood. It wasn’t surpris- potential. He will be an impact player for ing for me to see long hair or Mohawks. us and should only get better with expe- I don’t see Mohawks here.” rience. They are both outstanding stu- According to Stern, campus fashion is dent-athletes and we are very lucky to another area of difference. “A lot of boys have them. I look for them to lead us Lori Stern wear loafers or Birkenstocks with plaid into the future.” multi-color shorts and pastel shirts.Rylan UVA’s women’s coach, Phil Rogers, In Wilson’s case, the coach’s background has definitely changed, but Doug hasn’t said of Stern, “I couldn’t have asked for a closed the deal for Illinois. The junior said, conformed. I didn’t think I would get better kid or better player. She is hold- “I had offers to stay in California, but I involved, but I joined a sorority (Kappa ing down No. 3.She has a great sense of wanted to find a program that was grow- Alpha Theta - Thetas). I’m not going for humor; everyone on the team adores ing. I also wanted to find a coach who the pearls, though. You will have to check her, including the coaches. She is a very would help my jump to the next level. I with me later about that.” unusual talent; a very relaxed hitter of knew coach (Craig) Tiley had worked Rizza was quick the ball who has great hands and has with a lot of good players and had been to admit he was turned into a good doubles player. She the South African Davis Cup team styling, but with will get even better once she gets used coach.” a reason. “I’m to college tennis and knows she can win Tiley added, “we have had players from ‘tucked out’ be- on this level.” Southern California before. Our success cause my room- Notre Dame’s women’s coach Jay with Brian came about because of the mate is a southern Louderback said of the left-handed Leslie, groundwork laid. We were interested in boy and he has “Caylan is going to be a key for us this him from the start. Many of the other influenced me,” he year if she is healthy. S h e c a n p l ay at the schools didn't pursue him until he finished said. “The ward- top of the lineup and, with so many fresh- No. 1 in the Southern California Boy’s 18 robe is much more men, we’re going to need her experience.” and No. 5 nationally.” conservative than Tiley said of Wilson,“he struggled aca- Outside of SoCal, weather is an issue. where I went to demically in the beginning, but has made Rylan Rizza Having a real winter requires adjust- high school where great strides in the classroom and on the ments. As Stern said, “there are piles of it was jeans and T-shirts. My mom likes it court. I am very proud of what he has snow everywhere and it’s definitely cold. and is willing to buy more polo’s. She accomplished and I know he can do even I had never played indoors before. I took doesn't want me looking like a bum.” more for Illinois.” the weather in Southern California for Even Stewart has altered his dress The players reacted to the praise by granted.” code. "The clothes they are wearing are expressing similar feelings about their situ- Leslie appreciates her situation. “I like totally different,” he said. “They go ations. “I love the city and the social life,” the seasons,” she said. “With the changes, around in pink collared shirts, light Stewart said. “The academics and the team everyone is excited. It doesn’t matter if it yellow shorts and loafers. I’ve changed (continued on page 4)

2 Mercedes Benz Cup Sampras, Hewitt And Safin Set For Mercedes-Benz Cup Michael Chang To Be Tournament Honoree

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he 2003 Mercedes-Benz Cup, July will be admitted with a $5 donation. 25 through August 3, is set to be Activities for the day include: an ATP ten- Tone of the best tournaments in the nis exhibition; a meet the players photo event’s long and storied history. This is and autograph session; a gift from the supported by the commitment of the fol- AT P a n d i c e cream, along with a ticket to lowing players: all-time Grand Slam king the afternoon matches. Tickets will be and reigning U.S. Open champion Pete available the morning of July 29th only. Sampras; current world No. 1 and Reservations are necessary only for Wimbledon champion Lleyton Hewitt; groups of more than 10. For more infor- 2000 U.S. Open champion and No. mation, call (310) 824-1010, Ext. 250. 3-ranked Marat Safin; three-time French Participants in the Kid's Day essay Open champion Gustavo Kuerten; two- contest must be 10-16 years old. The time Australian Open semifinalist Tommy essays must state in 75 to 100 words, Haas; 2002 Wimbledon semi-finalist “Why kids should play tennis!” Contest Xavier Malisse; 1996 and 2000 Mercedes- finalists will be introduced on-court dur- Benz Cup champion Michael Chang and ing Kid’s Day. The winner will have his or Newport Beach standout Taylor Dent. her essay published in the tournament Chang will retire at the end of the 2003 program as well as the Southern season. As part of his farewell tour, he will be California Tennis Association News. The the Mercedes-Benz Cup Tournament individual will also have an opportunity to Honoree. The 1989 French Open champion interview a player and spend time behind has won 34 AT P c a r e e r singles titles. Along the scenes with the media. with his Los Angeles victories, he has been a Pete Sampras If visual art is a more appropriate finalist three times. Photos: Cynthia Lum medium,there is also the Kid's Day One of the highlights of the Mercedes- ing: 1985 - Ellsworth Vines and Alice Marble; poster contest. Artists under the age of Benz Cup is “Gibson/Baldwin Night at the 1986 - Don Budge; 1987 - Fred Perry; 1988 - 16 c a n submit a colorful, tennis-themed Net”. The annual charity fundraiser will Bobby Riggs; 1989 - Frank Parker; 1990 - poster on plain white paper no larger take place on Monday, July 28. Last year, Jack Kramer; 19 91 - Te d Schroeder; 1992 than 11 inches by 14 inches. The creator Andre Agassi, who went on to win his - Pancho Gonzalez; 1993 - Arthur Ashe; will be acknowledged as the tournament's third Los Angeles singles title in the last 1994 -Vic Seixas; 1995 - Tony Traber t; Kid's Day Poster winner and the produc- five years, and Kuerten teamed with 19 96 - S tef an Edberg; 1997 - Pancho tion will be distributed throughout the celebrity partners Michael Segura and Dodo Cheney; Los Angeles area and featured on Bolton, Kelsey Grammer, 19 98 - Boris Becker; 1999 - www.mercedes-benzcup.com. The artist James McDaniel, Dennis Miller, Rod Laver; 2000 - Alex and their family will receive tickets to the Matthew Perry and Dr. Phil Olmedo; 2001 - the day and evening matches on July 29th; a McGraw in a pro/celebrity Diamond Anniversary tournament poster autographed by and doubles match. Musical guests Championships featuring photographs taken with the players; a included Bolton, Musiq, Andy former tournament win- tournament T-shirt; and a Wilson tennis Griggs, and Cyndi Thomson, ners; 2002 - Allen Fox and racquet. Five finalists will receive four who performed the National Louise Brough. tickets each to the day and evening Anthem. Proceeds benefit Other special activities matches on July 29th; a tournament T- Musi-Cares, the Recording planned for the 2003 shirt; and a tournament poster. Academy’s charitable founda- championship include Entry deadline for the essay and tion, which focuses on health “Kid’s Day” on July 29th. poster contests is May 2, 2003. Entries and human services for the There will also be a“Kid’s should be sent to: Mercedes-Benz Cup, music community. Day” essay and a “Kid’s Southern California Te n nis Association- As Tournament Honoree, Day” poster contest. “Kid’s UCLA, P.O.Box 240015,Los Angeles, CA Michael Chang will join an Day” activities begin at 9 90024-9115. For further information about illustrious group of former a.m. Admission is free for the “Kid's Day” essay or poster contests, tournament champions includ- Michael Chang kids under 16. Chaperones call (310) 824-1010, Ext. 253.

3 College Tennis: Up Close And Personal Kramer And Walden Honored (continued from page 2) At the 12th Annual Southern California are great. I decided to come here a couple Sports Broadcasters luncheon held at Lakeside of days after the signing deadline. I signed Golf Club, Jack Kramer received the President’s right after my visit. It’s hard to tell after a Award. Mercedes-Benz Cup courtside an- two day visit where to spend the next four nouncer Mike Walden was also honored, years of your life. I made my decision and I becoming the 18th member of the Sports couldn’t be happier.” Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Rizza was effusive saying, “I always wanted a college that had big football and Mike Walden, Jack Kramer and Los Angeles Times sports basketball programs; one where there are editor Bill Dwyre. Photo: Mark Winters a lot activities around sports. I am pleased ...... with how the team has come together; how close we are; how we have bonded 97 And Going Strong and hang out all the time.” Mark Winters Stern echoed these feelings, offering, “being on a team can be difficult, but here surprise 97th birth- Joanne Taylor organized the festivities. that is not the case. I try to have rela- A day party on January Pat Yeomans calls Thornton a “pioneer”, tionships beyond the court and here I 25th, given by the Harvard and she is, in every sense of the word. Having have done that. Tennis is such a small Park Tennis Club, at the been on the tennis scene for years, sport here and the teams (both the men’s facility, was fun and note- Thornton earned praise at 68 when she and women’s) get along.” worthy. Eleese Thornton, teamed with Peg South in California Cup If you are not in the right environment whose actual date of birth play to defeat the formidable Irma being away from home magnifies health is January 22nd, was the honoree. More Attridge/May Sutton Bundy team. In 1981, she problems. “I started mono at Kala- than 100 friends and people from the tennis won her first national title claiming the mazoo,” Stewart said.“During the fall, I community were on hand. Included in the Women’s 70 Hard Court Doubles with lost 20 pounds and was down to 145. Not group were Pete Brown, Earthna Jacquet Marjorie DeFriez. being able to play gave me a good chance and Southern California Tennis Association To d a y, T h o r n ton, who was thoroughly to explore things and adjust. I’m still not Executive Director Henry Talbert. Long-time surprised by the birthday gathering, remains in very good shape.” Harvard Park Tennis Club member Suzanne active. She reads every day, claiming that Because of a nerve injury in her left Craig even flew in from Denver, Colorado. reading feeds the mind. Her mind is extraor- arm, Leslie missed 15 months. For 8 1/2 Congresswoman Maxine Waters sent birth- dinary because she remembers everything months she didn’t pick up a racquet. day greetings from the nation’s capital. and marks nothing on a calendar. “While I don’t recommend it, sitting out a year makes you so hungry” said Leslie, who is playing No. 2 and No. 3. “It makes Names In The News you realize how much you love the sport. Steve Johnson and Logan Hansen were members of the US 14s team that I missed being on the team. I was miser- participated in the European Tennis Association Teen Tournament in Telford, Great able. The coaches made me an assistant, Britain and the Les Petits As in Tarbes, France. Hansen defeated Jade Curtis of but I missed the competition.” Great Britain 6-4, 6-2 in the Teen Tournament final and was a 6-2, 6-2 semifinalist Academics is by far the biggest adjust- to tournament winner Timea Bacsinszky of Switzerland, in France. Justin ment faced by intercollegiate tennis play- Gimelstob,a star during his intercollegiate days at UCLA, was inducted into the ers. “At first, it was a shock dealing with Southern California Jewish Sports Hall of Fame, along with former Anaheim Angels’ school demands and managing time,” president Richard Brown, boxing promoter Bob Arum, Los Angeles King’s defense- Wilson said. “Fortunately, tutors help a man Mathieu Schneider, high school football coach Jack Epstein and Los Angeles lot.” Rizza added, “I don't want to scare Times sportswriter Steve Springer. William J. Kellogg is the new Chairman of the people away; we need recruits from USTA Senior International Competition Committee. Carol Schneider is the com- Southern California, but it is hard balanc- mittee’s Honorary Chairman. Charlie Pasarell is the Honorary Chairman of USA ing everything. You have to remember, you Te n nis NJTL. Pam Shriver was named Chairman of the USTA Public Affairs can get help.” Commitee. Joe Zesbaugh,who is Vice President of the Youth Tennis San Diego Stern put things in perspective saying, Board of Directors, was appointed the Council Chairman of the USTA “I am looking out my window and it’s so Communications/Marketing Division. Former Southern California Te n nis Association pretty. Everything is being done for me and I’m getting an education.”

4 High Performance

Sectional Events Did You Know? Counting For John Lansville National Ranking Southern California Tennis Association Aplayer is entitled to a minimum of Either five tournaments, plus the Level 4 Tournaments one hour between matches. If a player is Southern California Junior Sectional competiting in two different age divisions Championships, or 8 tournaments must Anaheim May 3rd (i.e. 14 singles and 16 doubles) then a be completed to qualify for a ranking. Junior Sectional he/she is only entitled to 30 minutes. Designated Tournaments are required for Championship June 21st endorsement, not ranking. JP Yamasaki October 2nd Aplayer who returns one to five minutes late from the 10 minute intermission An umpire may walk onto the court Southern California Tennis Association after splitting sets loses one game. If the at anytime, even if the official has not Level 5 Tournaments delay is longer than 5 minutes, the player been requested. will be defaulted. San Diego January 4 Disputes over the score must be resolved Lakewood January 11 Aplayer should never enter an event by one of the following methods: Whittier January 18 knowing he/she will be unable to finish. 1. Re p l aying only the disputed points. Fullerton February 2 2. Playing from a mutually agreeable Arcadia February 11 Aplayer cannot transfer his/her tour- score. South Bay March 1 nament entry to another player. 3. If no agreement can be reached, a Long Beach March 15 spin of the racquet or a coin toss Harper Ink March 29 Aplayer cannot enter more than one will make the determination. Northridge March 31 tournament, (including mandatory conso- Central California April 12 lation), scheduled at the same time unless Monterey CC April 12 both tournament directors approve the Dudley Cup April 14 arrangement in writing. Ojai April 24 L.A. City Schools May 12 Downey May 24 Aplayer may not cross the net to inspect a ball mark on the opposite side UCLA CIF (Boys) May 30 Southern California Tennis Association of the court. Santa Barbara May 31 Los Angeles Tennis Center - UCLA Maze Cup June 7 420 Charles E. Young Drive West LA Tennis Club June 7 Aplayer may not request an official be Laguna Niguel June 14 removed from a match. 90024-9115 Santa AnaJune 28 (310) 208-3838 Beverly Hills July 5 The primary reason there is seeding Website: usta.com/scta Costa Mesa July 14 at tournaments is to ensure that players Balboa Bay Club July 21 with outstanding ability do not meet in STAFF the early rounds. Whittier Narrows August 2 Mark Winters - Executive Editor Cerritos August 16 To d d S h o r t A u g u s t 18 If an unseeded player withdraws Henry Talbert - Executive Director Racquet Center August 30 before a match begins, the referee may John Lansville - Manager of High Ramada Inn August 30 fill the vacancy with an unseeded player Performance Tennis Los Caballeros September 13 from a waiting list or an on-site alter- Annette Buck - Director Adult & Senior Tennis Inglewood September 20 nate. A player cannot decide whom CONTRIBUTORS Northridge-Matador September 27 he/she will play. Pasadena Rose Bowl October 11 Arlene Barco, Melanie Bischoff, Annette Redlands October 11 If a ball disrupts play between the first Buck, Vic Braden, Ronita Elder, K-Swiss October 18 and second serve and the player has not Dona Garcia-Egger, Martha Katsufrakis, LA City November 17 begun his/her motion, then the individual Julie Oshiro Kenton, Silka Kurth, Thanksgiving LA November 28 does not receive two serves. If the player John Lansville, Ali Ordonez, Gina Pelazini, Anaheim November 29 is “in motion” (i.e. tossing the ball) then a Alyssa Philipson, Darren Potkey, CIF December 5 let would be played and he/she receive Lesley Waite and Toby Zwikel Claremont December 12 two serves.

5 AFitting Tribute Darren Potkey

he 20th Junior Satellite Masters Championships was held Boys 18's final, a match she would have appreciated. Geoffrey Tomlin under sunny skies at the Lakewood Tennis Center, January 18- and Dexter Dizon, both of Long Beach, played brilliantly for nearly T20. This year's event featured 251players from all parts of the three hours. The struggle was filled with wonderful shotmaking, ath- section. As one would expect with an event of this calibre, the qual- leticism and fair play. Tomlin emerged victorous 6-1, 5-7, 7-5. ity of play was outstanding. In the end, twelve deserving champions Congratulations are extended to all the participants who quali- rose to the top of their class. fied for the Masters Championships by winning a Satellite tourna- The tournament was held to honor Joan Borodkin, the former ment. Mention must also be made of Eric Stephens who organizes Satellite coordinator who passed away in early September. Her con- activities at Lakewood Tennis Center. Without his efforts the event tagious enthusiasm, rich spirit and warm nature served as an inspi- would not have been possible. ration to all who knew her. The last match of the event was the Photos: Darren Potkey

Geoffrey Tomlin and Dexter Dizon Ilya Imas and Michael Kucharski Sarah Van Train and Johanna Phillips Kristina Smith and Tara Kumar

BOY'S 18 SINGLES BOY'S 12 SINGLES GIRL'S 18 SINGLES GIRL'S 12 SINGLES Geoffrey Tomlin d. Ilya Imas d. Sarah Van Train d. Ta ra Kumar d. Dexter Dizon Michael Kucharski Johanna Phillips Kristina Smith 6-1, 5-7, 7-5 6-2, 6-1 6-4, 6-1 6-3, 7-5

Ryan Trontz and Ryan Sifontes Sean Levesque and Richard Catabona Jillian Ashcraft and Cristina Toth Eleanor Edles and Melissa Matsuoka

BOY'S 16 SINGLES BOY'S 10 SINGLES GIRL'S 16 SINGLES GIRL'S 10 SINGLES Ryan Sifontes d. Sean Levesque d. Cristina Toth d. Melissa Matsuoka d. Ryan Trontz Richard Catabona Jillian Ashcraft Eleanor Edles 6-3, 5-7, 7-6 6-4, 6-1 6-1, 7-5 6-1, 6-1

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Matthew Taoatao and Kevin Harmel Christina Tan and Jennifer Even Sarah Gealer and Natalie Johnson

BOY'S 14 SINGLES BOY'S 8 SINGLES GIRL'S 14 SINGLES GIRL'S 8 SINGLES Kevin Harmel d. Roger Hernandez d. Christina Tan d. Natalie Johnson d. Matthew Taoatao Madison Hayden Jennifer Even Sarah Gealer 6-1, 6-3 6-2, 6-2 6-1, 6-2 6-0, 6-1

6 This Isn’t Business

Mark Winters

n the early days of my involvement with – such as a case where neither player myopic stranger to youth tennis. Years the Southern California Te n nis was aware of how to play a tie-break – spent with the Junior Davis Cup team did IAssociation in the late ‘70s, things were there was also a distressing, (at least to away with any preconceived ideas I had not so compartmentalized as they are me), “this is a business”, approach that regarding matches being decided only by today. I had opportunities to write stories, was evidenced in a number of partici- shot making. Far too often emotions, but I also participated in the administra- pants’ attitude. aggression and down right cheating turn a tion of various activities. This was true of In these cases, the youngsters seemed contest into much more than a “you the Junior Satellite program which enables stressed having to deal with the “busi- were better on this particular day” event. those just starting to compete a chance ness” of playing. Fun, how could they be Is there a point to my observations? to play against individuals of similar skill. having fun? This was true for those giving There certainly is. Perhaps as a writer, I Since its inception twenty-one years ago, the impression, “I'm playing like a dog and may be too idealistic, but I feel it would a collection of performers have moved letting my opponent, who is awful, win be worthwhile for those playing on the through the Junior Satellite ranks, and in points and games.” Even more unfortu- Junior Satellite level (all levels as a matter time, achieved success not only in Open nate was the performance of a number of of fact), and their parents to take a look events, but nationally and internationally. parents - individuals, who by their actions, at what they are doing and why they are This past December, I attended the indicated that they had little grasp of ten- doing it. Is there an objective to the 17 t h Racquet Centre Winter Junior nis tradition or sportsmanship. Granted, behavior? Is it solely for a “win”(if this is Satellite Tournament. I’m not sure what I my sojourn into the junior tennis arena the case, what does that kind of a win hoped to see. Perhaps it was to glimpse was brief, but it was disconcerting to find achieve)? the “new-to-the-game” naivete; the adults umpiring from the sidelines; in fact, Participants and parents should take unbridled joy that comes from doing coaching. In short, they became partici- an introspective look at their motives; nothing more than playing and learning. pants, while their offspring were the actu- then look in the mirror and determine if What I found though was disturbing to al competitors. the individual you see while peering at the me. While a number of participants The fact that I am not often around truth, is someone you would like to spend showed a refreshing lack of understanding this level of play does not mean I am a time with....in tennis as well as life...... CTC Action: Multicultural Participation Fast Forward

Darren Potkey Moving Up Ronita Elder he Competition Training Center (CTC) Taction is being played on fast forward. Many of the section's best players, who are amille Mosley, the new chair of ◗ 13 o r yo u n g e r, are participating in a non-elim- Cthe USTA National Multicultural ...a Diversity Team will be refining and ination team match program. The season con- Participation Committee, is excited implementing the ultimate direction cludes with the CTC Team Cup Championships, about the elevation of Multicultural June 14-15 in Claremont. Participation to Level 1Priority in the of Multicultural Participation. Tw o e a rly season matches that will USTA’s Strategic Plan which took place ◗ attract great interest are: San Diego against last October. USTA President and tion became involved, starting a Los Angeles/South Bay and San Fernando Chairman of the Board, Alan Schwartz Multicultural Participation Committee and Valley playing defending CTC Champion is making an energetic commitment to employing a staff person. Orange County. All four teams figure to play enhancing diversity. In the near future,a Diversity Team significant roles in this year’s CTC play. The USTA established the Multi- will be refining and implementing the ulti- For more information regarding Compe- cultural Participation Committee in mate direction of Multicultural Partici- tition Tr aining Centers, which is an invitation- 19 91 in an ef fort to become a more pation. This will include reaching out and al program, please contact (310) 208-3838, inclusive organization. In 1995, the recruiting players, volunteers and staff

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7 JUNIORS Everything’s Jake Team Tennis With AAF/NJTL For Youth Alyssa Philipson Mark Winters eam Tennis for Youth is a recre- ohn Albert Kramer, (Jack in tennis Champions”. In time, “Future Champions” Tational program providing competi- circles - Jake to close friends), is a became NJTL. Throughout the ups and tive team opportunities for beginners as tennis legend. Not only for what he downs, and name changes, Kramer was well as those anxious to gain more J match playing experience. Youngsters accomplished as a player, both as an ama- always a valuable member of the team. teur and a professional, but also for being a As important as this information is his- participate at one of three ability levels - forward-thinking administrator and pro- torically, it is a mere prelude to what was Ralleyball (Super Novice), Stars (Novice) gressive innovator; very often a man ahead to come. Following the success of the 1984 and Stripes (Intermediate) - in the fol- of his time. At 81, Kramer is still giving back Olympic Games in Los Angeles, the lowing divisions - 12s, 14s, or 18s. Teams to the game he loves. Amateur Athletic Foundation became the play a round robin schedule, in their geo- major benefactor of NJTL. In graphic area, against opponents in of the 2003, for the 19th consecutive same ability and age division. League year, AAF is providing support champions advance to the Sectional at 150 summer and 28 Year- Championships played at UCLA. From Round locations. the Sectional Championships, teams can Throughout its develop- qualify for a variety of events: State ment, Kramer has been on Championships, Regional Championships, the AAF/NJTL team. He is National Championships, or the AAU- also the patron of the Jack Junior Olympics. Kramer “Kids Instructing For more information, contact Alyssa Kids” program that enables Philipson at (310) 208-3838 Ext. 226 or a youngsters who have been local Team Tennis for Youth coordinator. program participants to learn how to become tennis Central Coast Pomona instructors. "I think this is one Roberto Hassey Scott Penner of the most meaningful pro- (805) 544-9880 (909) 481-3401 (909) 597-4658 grams the Southern California Coachella Valley Te n nis Association offers," Jim Hillman San Diego Jack Kramer and Arlene Barco Kramer said of NJTL. Karen Davis Photo: Mark Winters (760) 779-8203 He continued, "the only way (760) 379-4265 to interest people in tennis is Golden Empire Having grown up in Montebello, his ten- to expose as many youngsters to the game Margaret Kelly Santa Barbara nis skills were honed on the public courts. as possible. There must be a way to intro- (661) 397-9555 County CathyAnn Simon With that background, it is not surprising duce the game so they can develop funda- Greater Long Beach (805) 965-9510 that Kramer is a staunch Amateur Athletic mentals. This is the role of NJTL. Hopefully, Valley/San Gabriel Foundation/National Junior Tennis League once they have started they are enticed to Valley Santa Clarita supporter. Arthur Ashe, Charlie Pasarell find a role model like an (Andre) Agassi, a Dan Mainzer Valley and Sheridan Snyder launched NJTL in 1969. (Pete) Sampras or the (Serena and Venus) (562) 761-9597 Kent Ganevsky Locally, Vic Braden was responsible for the Williams sisters." (661) 298-1411 Inland Empire program initially. Sy Allen-Browning took up Kramer concluded, “tennis and educa- Gabriel Jacob South Orange the cause after Braden moved on. tion go hand-in-hand. Youngsters learn in (909) 794-5121 Heidi Stryker school and thanks to NJTL they learn on By 1977, NJTL, because of the lack of (714) 389-9099 funding, had fallen on difficult times. Jim the court. In this setting, they cannot help Los Angeles/ Hillman, the former director of Junior but be better." South Bay Ventura Te n nis, who had just begun his career with For information about the Third Year- Jonathan Wroten Danyiel Callaghan the Southern California Te n nis Association, Round or Summer Amateur Athletic (310) 549-6550 (805) 485-8801 enlisted Fred Nobles and Hollis Smith to Foundation/National Junior Tennis League Orange County Yucca Valley resuscitate the program. The trio’s efforts programs, contact Arlene Barco at (310) Heidi Stryker Gideon Smith led to the development of “Future 208-3838 Ext. 234. (714) 389-9099 (760) 365-3851 ...... 8 Arthur Ashe Essay Contest

he USTA is sponsoring the fifth Arthur Ashe Essay Contest. Youngsters in the 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18 age groups are encour- Taged to write an essay in 300 words or less explaining "Why is Arthur Ashe a sports legend?" Typed entries should be submitted on 8 1⁄2" x 11" paper before July 10th to: Alex Palombo USTA 70 West Red Oak Lane White Plains, NY 10604 Winners (one boy and one girl from each of the five age groups listed) and a parent or legal guardian will receive an all expense paid trip to New York to participate in Arthur Ashe Kid's Day which takes place at the National Tennis Center on the Saturday before the US Open begins.

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Girl Scout Clinics

Julie Oshiro Kenton

our free Girl Scout Clinics for Brownie and Junior troops Almost 250 youngsters took part in Girl Scout Sports Day are being offered by the San Fernando Valley Girl Scout held in San Diego, February 1st. Thanks to the efforts of F Council and the Angeles Girl Scout Council. Programs Karlyn Pipes-Neilsen the turnout was impressive. such as this have met with great success in the past. This year, Besides offering an introduction to the sport, the clinics in the interest of expanding the outreach effort, activities have promote USA Tennis 1-2-3, along with the new National USA been added to introduce girls to the game. Te a m Te n n i s f o r Yo u t h G i r l Scout Patch programs.USATennis To p a r t i c ipate, individuals must sign up with local Girl Scout 1-2-3 involves beginning to advanced beginning girls learning Council offices for upcoming activities: the fundamentals of tennis. The USA Team Tennis Patch pro- San Fernando Valley Girl Scout Clinic at California State gram focuses on all levels of play and is open to girls registered University Northridge - May 18th - Brownies; June 1st - to play USA Team Te n nis for Youth. Juniors. Learn more about the USA Tennis 1-2-3 Girl Scout Patch Angeles Girl Scout Clinic (Sponsored by Loyola Marymount and the USA Team Tennis for Youth Girl Scout Patch Program University) - May 4th - Brownies; June 8th - Juniors. from Julie Oshiro Kenton at (619) 299-4075.

9 Three Ways To Celebrate Tennis Month San Ronita Elder Bernardino

aste of Tennis, which takes place the 16 t h t hrough 18th Tennis Tof May (Tennis Month) at Melanie Bischoff UCLA, is a “come one, come all” tennis extravangaza that will f you are at least 18 years old, provided families, corporations John Thau, vice president of and show business stars with the I the San Bernardino Tennis opportunity to play and learn Patrons has an opportunity for you. about the game of tennis. The The organization is looking for team goal of the three day affair is to captains, coaches and drill instruc- increase awareness of health tors for youth, adult and senior pro- issues facing women today. For grams. Interested in becoming more Vic Braden gives Jean-Luc Badon, Jowen Boczan, active in the game? Call Thau at Norman Tam, Samantha Smith and Patrick Adams more information call Ronita a Taste of Tennis. Photo: Ronita Elder Elder at (310) 208-3838 Ext. 248. (909) 886-7306.

Life Begins At 50

Mark Winters

alph Williams and Carmen Hill had Cienega Park Women’s 3.5 team in 1998. a problem. Like many people, as Hill took up the game because of a RHill pointed out, “we couldn't find two for one tennis lesson offer at anyone to play with.” As a result,Williams Centinela Park. “I started playing because and Hill have organized a weekly tennis my son took lessons from Don Bly,” she night for 3.0/3.5 players who are over 50. said. “Don made everyone in the class play Each Wednesday, between 7 and 9 p.m., in his tournament and I won the Women’s they hold a fun doubles round robin at 2.5. I had no intention of playing competi- Whittier Narrows Te n nis Center. tive tennis. I had never played a competi- “We want people who pick up a racquet tive sport in my life. Now, I'm hooked.” every blue moon and aren’t really tourna- Williams, who has an athletic back- ment players to get involved,” Hill said. “We ground, took up tennis because he want- want to get them out on the court and ed to find an activity less demanding than show them how much fun they can have.” his main sport - basketball. Recently, he Williams and Hill have a lot in common. received his USPTA card in Developmental Both are in their 50s and started playing ten- Coaching and enjoys introducing new nis in their late 40’s. Williams, a member of Ralph Williams and Carmen Hill players to the fun of playing and winning the Men’s 3.5 Sectional Championship team tennis matches. “Ralph and I became in 1999, has been ranked in the division for Their success on court has also earned friends as captain and co-captain of a 3.0 the past two years. Hill has earned similar Williams and Hill kudos. Williams was the Mixed team in 1999,” Hill said. “If you are respect having been numbered among the Most Improved Male Player on the 2002 like we are and can’t find anyone to play, best in Women’s 3.5 play since 1997. Last year, Rancho Cienega Te n nis Club team. Hill dou- call me at (323) 299-9936 and I will tell she was a member of the Senior Women’s bled, picking up Most Improved Player and you about what we are trying to do at 3.0 team that finished third in the country. Most Inspirational Player for the Rancho Whittier Narrows.”

10 League Change NTRP Information For 2003 Ali Ordonez Dona Garcia-Egger

his is going to be a year of change for SELF-RATINGS: YEAR-END RATINGS: League Tennis. Dynamic Ratings, ■ Visual ratings will no longer be used. ■ Are based on 50% of one’s cumulative Twhich are based on the most recent ■ New USA League participants and those dynamic rating during the season and League match, will make it easier for players with no rating in 2001 or 2002 will use self- 50% on the traditional benchmark calcu- to participate. This approach eliminates the ratings for entry into USA League Tennis. lation method. need for visual verification clinics and pro- ■ Once an initial self-rating is declared, par- ■ The premise of computerized ratings is to vides a more accurate NTRP rating. ticipants are bound by it for the calendar mathematically reflect the intent of the League Mixed Doubles, which is using the year or until a year-end rating is generated. National Tennis Rating Program to define 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0 and 10.0 “Combined Rating Exception: In the event of player disqualifi- competitive ability and compatible through Format” this season, is winding down. The cation, the participant is immediately bound by a system, which assigns ratings to players formula relies on a member of a doubles the higher “DQ” rating. by direct and indirect comparison to play- team being either rated at or lower than the ers who compete at the USA League level they are playing. As an example, a 4.0 C OMPUTER RATINGS: National and Sectional Championships. man and a 3.0 woman or a 3.5 man and a 3.5 ■ Are valid for up to 5 years beginning with ■ Ratings are affected: woman could combine to play 7.0. 2001 year-end ratings. • By your partner. Currently, teams are being formed for ■ One additional year will be added to each • Your opponents. Adult League. This is the section's largest Championship year until the 5-year history • The closeness of the match (regard- League competition, involving 8 players on a required by the rule 3.01D is available. less of whether it was a win or a loss). team participating in a two singles and three ■ Ratings are not directly affected: doubles match format. REINSTATEMENTS: • By what position you play. ■ Will no longer be used. • By your wins and losses. 2003 League Tennis Schedule ■ Players who did not generate a rating in • By team standings. Mixed Doubles: 2001 or 2002 need to declare a self-rating. January 1–March 23 REGISTRATION: APPEALS: ■ Sectional Championships: Players will register through TennisLink. ■ Appeal period (Year-end ratings): Jan-Feb April 5th – 6th, Whittier Narrows • If they have a valid computer rating in ■ Individuals must complete an appeal of cat- Te n nis Center the database, it will confirm their eligi- egory form and return it to the SCTAoffice. Adult League: bility for the team. Medical Appeals: Pertinent information and March 29 – July 7 • If they have no rating in the database documentation that determines the degree Area Playoffs: the player will be required to declare a to which the injury or debilitating condition July 12th – 13th - Upland Tennis Club/ self-rating when completing the is temporary or permanent must be attached. The Claremont Club registration. ■ Sectional Championships: MIXED DOUBLES: After each match played, the captain will August 14th – 17th - Los Caballeros ■ Are not included in the year-end rating enter the scores on TennisLink. Sports Village calculations. • These results will be calculated into Senior League: ■ Dynamic NTRP will not apply. the Dynamic NTRP computer program. ■ Presently under way; Finished by Players who only play MxD will generate DISQUALIFICATIONS: August 31 a separate year-end rating. ■ Each time a player's Dynamic Rating Sectional Championships: exceeds the maximum tolerance for the September 6 & 7 (TBD) D YNAMIC NTRP: ■ Is an enhanced tennis rating system that level; he/she automatically earns a Fall Doubles League: “strike”....three strikes and you’re disquali- August 30 – November 1 generates player ratings at regular inter- vals over the course of the Adult & Senior fied from participation at that NTRP level. Sectional Championships: ■ USTA will monitor these ratings and the December 12th – 14th - Whittier league season. ■ section office will inform players if they Narrows Tennis Center Are updated regularly and based on an ave- rage of the previous four dynamic ratings. reach the disqualification level three Registering for League play, checking ■ Are used to track play, identify those times, based on all adult and senior scores, NTRP ratings, League/NTRP forms, clearly above level and assist with year matches from all sections in the data- along with Rules and Regulations, can be end benchmarking and ratings. base from local league up to and found on the www.scta.usta.com website. ■ Are not disclosed publicly (neither to including sectional championships. Contact Dona Garcia-Egger at (310) 208- the player or administrator below the For more NTRP information visit our web 3838 Ext. 225 for further information. section level). site at scta.usta.com......

11 TennisLink Provides Tournament Information

A nnette Buck

he USTA TennisLink program now Once you have found the tournament, Pro Circuits, go to www.usta.com. Click Tincludes the Tournament Schedule click on it to obtain available information. on “Pro Tennis” on the menu to the left, and On-Line Registration functions. These If there is a tennis racket icon beside the then select “Pro Circuits”. All dates are capabilities will no longer be available at name, it means that draws and results will available, as well as the fact sheets for up- www.tennisinformation.com. Players can be published. If there is a computer icon coming events. go to www. usta.com to find tournament beside the name, it means that on-line information. registration is available and the event can FOR JUNIORS: When the USTA homepage opens, be entered by using a credit card. To l o c a t e information regarding Super select “Tournaments” from the menu to Nationals, National Opens and more, go the left. This will open the “Searchable FOR SENIORS: to www.usta.com. Select “Juniors” from Schedule”. If you are looking for Southern To l o c a t e information regarding National the menu to the left, then click on the California information only, put “So. Championships and Category II events, subject you would like to explore. California” in the box at the top. If you go to www.usta.com. Click on “Adults/ know the Tournament ID#, put it in the Seniors” on the menu to the left, then The USTA website provides a wealth box and locate sthe specific tournament. select “Schedule”. You will be given of information for players and fans alike. If the ID# is unknown, scroll down, and options. It is easy to find what you need. Rules and regulations, program and rank- enter the month and year of the tourna- ing information and a lot more, are avail- ment (leave the day blank), and bring up OPEN PLAYERS: able. Spend some time exploring this valu- events for that month. To l o c a t e information regarding the USTA able resource...... Watching Matches Can Improve Your Game

Vic Braden

ome fans attend tennis matches for the excitement. But, symbols representing each shot (i.e. FH/CC/N could mean forehand many gather information for their own game. Learning to cross court into the net). Winners can also be charted. The system Sanalyze matches can make it easier to come up with helpful can note both strengths and weaknesses. information that will lead to improvement. Here are tips: Watch how a player relaxes between points. A smart player Watching only one player, note how quickly they prepare for breathes in a relaxed rhythm between shots and points. Muscles shots. Early preparation allows the brain to react, signaling mus- require oxygen to function best. cles to respond and place a shot properly. Not merely return it. Agood player hydrates. The benefits are obvious. The body Watching a player’s feet will make it easy to see how the individ- needs liquid. ual moves and where they stand after shots. For example, when a ball is hit severely cross court, it is best not to move all the way to the Charting can be fun, as well as a learning experience. It will center of the court. The percentage is high that the ball will come increase knowledge of how the game is played. back to where it was originally hit. In every sport, charting has become an important coaching tool. Learn to chart matches. Use a clipboard to log errors. Make up Watching matches in a more critical way will help you improve.

12 SAN DIEGO DISTRICT Update

Lesley Waite

he Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet to expand programs that are already in community centers, schools and colleges. kicked off the year. San Diego District place and begin new ones. “I want to To l e a r n m o re about the USA Tennis T president Jim Lackritz and Awards ensure that all of San Diego County is Pathway Program or to volunteer call Commit-tee chairman Geoff Griffin made represented and served,” she said. “I don’t Benzler at (760) 809-8437. the presentations to: Fred Darling and believe anyone who wants to play tennis The USA Adult Spring League begins Gretchen Magers - Players of the Year; should fall through the cracks.” its 19th year of team competition in San Doug Bradley and Dophie Poiset - Pros Under Benzler’s leader- Diego and the North County this month. of the Year; Jeff Ray - Sportsman of the ship, Developmental Coaches Men's and women's teams compete at Ye a r; Cassondra Caesar - Sportswoman Workshops will emphasize the 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5 and 5.0 NTRP skill of the Year; the Strodes - Family of the the “games approach” to levels. Women play weekday mornings Ye a r; U.S.Open Wheelchair - Tournament teaching tennis. “Tennis and men play Sunday mornings. The for- of the Year; Rancho Penasquitos Tennis doesn’t have to be boring!” mat is two singles/three doubles except Center - Club of the Year; Major Market - Gail Benzler she laughed. “People some- the 2.5 and 5.0 levels which are one sin- Sponsor of the Year; Monty Grout - Photo: Lesley times have the impression gles/two doubles. Roster deadline is Community Service. Dodo Cheney, who Waite that before they can actually March 20. Players must be USTA mem- holds an unprecedented national record of play, it will take years of hit- bers and those without a current com- more than 330 gold balls, received the ting and drilling on the practice court. That puter NTRP rating may self-rate online Lifetime Achievement Award. isn’t the case. Almost anyone can start play- when registering for a team. Visit Gail Benzler has become the San ing the day they pick up a racket for the first www.sandiegotennis.com or call (858) Diego Community Tennis Coordinator. A time. We stress that tennis is fun from the 755-8110 for more information. USPTA teaching professional, she com- first day on, for everyone – kids and adults.” For players who were born in 1953 or bines a love of tennis and enthusiasm for On Benzler’s drawing board are also earlier, the USA Senior Doubles League will community service with a public relations plans to work with corporations, Boys take place in July and August. There will be background,while overseeing the imple- and Girls Clubs, YMCAs, and Parks and a captains’ meeting on Tuesday, May 6th,at mentation of the USA Tennis Pathway Rec Departments. She will look toward 1:00 p.m. at San Dieguito Tennis Club Program. At the top of her “to do” list is expanding opportunities for tennis at in Encinitas...... YOUTH TENNIS SAN DIEGO Activity News

Silka Kurth

he Barnes Center is pleased to announce Moallemi, Kathy Silberman and Kathy Satellite players should remember that all the addition of Conan Lorenzo as Willette. A special welcome is offered to matches played will be weighted less than T Program Director and Rob Seward as new Board members, Bob Alden and Marty Open tournaments, but will count for ranking. Facility Manager. Lorenzo, a native of Seattle, Molden. New officers include: Peter Garchie – If you use Youth Tennis San Diego scrip Washington, has many years of experience President, Ellen Ehlers – President-Elect, Joe at Vons or Albertson, the stores will donate working with junior players. Seward grew up Zesbaugh – Vice President, Rick Evans – a portion of those grocery receipts to in Colorado and was a member of the Immediate Past President, Lee Booth – YTSD. Call (619) 221-9000 Ext. 308 for University of San Diego men’s team. He Secretary and Mike Bandemer – Treasurer. more details. earned a degree in accounting and Continuing Board members are: Betty Five Urban Village Tennis Center pro- worked for 8 years at Charlotte Russe Biszantz, Alex Castanedo, Fred Circo, Brett gram participants - Miguel Danet, Alma Villa, headquarters. Dickinson, Bill Foley, Terry Klumpenaar, Grif Ta m Bo, Olumide Sherman - Norman and Board members,who have completed Ordway, Scott Rogers, Steve Ruzic, Bill Tontz Andre Holmes - played the Whittier Mid- their terms of office, are extended a sincere and Margaret Wallace. Winter Junior Tournament. Miguel Danet thanks for their efforts. They are: Laura The Junior Player Council will host the represented the UVTC in the Junior Arias, Brad Bohrer, Janet Delaney, Jim Annual Junior Awards Banquet April 6th at Satellite Master Championships. Coach Stan Esterbrooks, Barbary Gallivan, Kamran 6:00 pm at the Barnes Tennis Center. Jefferson accompanied players to each event.

13 Intercollegiate Tennis: Check It Out

Mark Winters

ooking for a chance to see exciting tennis, played with emotion in a dramatic setting? Then give some thought to attending a L home match of a Division I school listed below. Locally, on the Division II, Division III, NAIA and Community College levels, there is also outstanding action, which should not be over looked.

(Note: Each Division I school in the section was contacted and asked to send their home match schedules and photos of the top players. Those who responded are represented here.)

DIVISIONDivision I I California State University Long Beach California State University Northridge (JENNY HILT - WOMEN’S COACH) (GARY VICTOR - WOMEN’S COACH) California State University Fullerton March March (BILL REYNOLDS - WOMEN’S COACH) 12 R i ce 2 p. m. 11 S o u t h e r n Mississippi 2 p.m. March 14 Central Florida 2 p.m. 13 Ya l e 2 p. m . 16 Go n z aga 11 a.m. 1Gonzaga 2 p.m. 15 Pe nnsylvania 11a.m. 17 N o r t h Te x a s 2 p . m . 13 C o l o r ado State 2 p.m. 21 Te x a s E l Paso 2 p.m. 19 S an Fr ancisco 2 p.m. 16 N or t h Te x a s 10 a.m. 22 Portland 11 a.m. 20 Univertsity of Texas at El Paso 2 p.m. 18 S an Fr ancisco 2 p.m. 27 Boise State 2 p.m. 23 Denver 10 a.m. 19 A m her s t 2 p. m. 29 Brown 11a.m. 26 University of California Santa 29 Pacific Noon 30 Pacific 11a.m. Barbara 2 p.m. April April 9University of California Riverside 2 p.m. 5 University of California Santa April 11 L o n g B e a c h S t a t e 1 p. m . Barbara Noon 10 University of California at Irvine 2 p.m. 6 Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 11a.m.

Jessica Martin CSUF

Lindsey Marvel CSULB Tereza Simonyan CSUN

Iona Rani Sisoe Setiawati CSUF CSUN

Laura Thomas CSULB

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Loyola Marymount University Pepperdine University University of California Irvine (NIK DEVORE - MEN’S COACH) (ADAM STEINBERG-MEN’S COACH) (MIKE EDLES - WOMEN'S COACH)

March March University of California Los Angeles 12 Yale University 1:30 pm 27 Santa Clara 1:30 pm (BILLY MARTIN - MEN’S COACH) 16 Por tland University Noon 28 Illinois 2:00 pm March 19 Princeton University 1:30 pm April 12 S a n Diego State 1:30 p.m. 21 University of Utah 1:30 pm 3 Fresno State 2:00 p.m. April 29 University of Santa Clara Noon 18 Univer sity of California Irvine Noon 11 O r egon 1:30 p.m. Pepperdine University 12 Wa s hington 1:00 p.m. (GUALBERTO ESCUDERO-WOMEN’S COACH) 18 St anford 1:30 p.m. March 19 C alifornia 1:00 p.m. 11 Te x a s C h r i stian 1:30 pm 13 B ay l o r U n iversity 1:30 pm 18 University of South Alabama 1:30 pm 28 Fresno State University 1:00 pm Leo Graeubig 29 Harvard University 11:00 am LMU April

3 Abilene Christian University 1:00 pm Erfan 5 University of Oregon 11:00 am Djahangiri 16 Sacr amento State University 1:30 pm UCLA 11 - 13 We s t C o a s t Conference Championships University of California Irvine (STEVE CLARK - MEN’S COACH) March 10 P acif ic 10 a. m. 11 M o n t a n a S t a t e 11 a . m . 13 Ya l e 1p. m . 14 Por t l and 1p. m. 27-30 24th UCI Anteater Classic (16 team tournament - full days of play) Tigran Martirosyan LMU Jean-Julien Sean Rojer O’Connor UCLA UCI

Loyola Marymount University (JAIME SANCHEZ - WOMEN’S COACH) March 13 G o n z aga University 1:30 pm University of California Los Angeles 17 U n i v ersity of San Francisco 1:30 pm (STELLA SAMPRAS - WOMEN’S COACH) 20 Princeton University 1:30 pm March 25 University of Colorado 1:30 pm 11 Te x a s 1:30 p.m. 28 Brown University 1:30 pm Jon Endrikat and 28 Arizona Noon April Brian Morton 29 Arizona State Noon UCI 2 Pepperdine University 1:30 pm April 6 University of Oregon 11:00 am 4 California 1:30 p.m. 15 Sacr amento State 1:30 pm 5 Stanford Noon

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March 11 C o l o r a do State 2:00 p.m. 12 G o n z a g a 2:00 p.m. Jackie 15 N or t h Te x a s N o o n Carleton April UCLA Uzma 4 Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 2:00 p.m. Khan UCSB University of California Santa Barbara (MARTY DAVIS - MEN’S COACH) March 25 Hawaii 1:00 p.m. April 9 Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 1:30 p.m. 11 Tu l a n e 1:30 p.m. 12 University of California Riverside 1:00 p.m. 13 S a n DiegoState Noon 19 University of San Diego 1:00 p.m. Andrea Sarah Pintar Gregg UCSB UCLA

Mirco Schwindt University of California Riverside UCSB (YORK STROTHER - MEN’S COACH) University of San Diego University of California Riverside (TOM HAGEDORN - MEN’S COACH) (MARK HENRY - WOMEN’S COACH) March 13 F l o r i d a State 1:30 p.m. 15 Saint Mary's 12:30 p.m. 18 U t ah 1:30 p.m. 21 P r i n c e ton 1:30 p.m. 22 Yale 12:30 p.m. Kelley 28 Harvard 1:30 p.m. Takeshita 29 Texas Te c h 12:30 p.m. UCR April Carlos 11- 13 WCC Championships Palencia (Throughout the day) UCSB 15 S o u t h A l abama 1:30 p.m. (continued on page 19)

University of California Santa Barbara (PETE KIRKWOOD - WOMEN'S COACH) Michelle Jason Beyronneau March Pongsrikul UCR 14 University of San Francisco 1:30 p.m. USD 15 Loyol a Marymount 11:00 a.m. 23 Brown 11:00 a.m. April 5University of California Riverside 12:00 p.m.

16 cut out and return

2003 USA COMMUNITY TENNIS SURVEY Southern California Tennis Association The goal of this brief survey is to gather information about tennis activity within communities in the USTA Southern California Section. Please forward this survey to as many organizations that you know of that are providing tennis programs. Those who return the survey by the appropriate date will be entered in a drawing for two tickets to the afternoon Mercedes-Benz Cup semifinal matches.

Please take five minutes to answer the following questions and then return the survey by April 17 to: Melanie Bischoff USA Community Tennis Survey P. O. B o x 2 4 0 015 Los Angeles, CA 90024 (310) 208-3838 ext. 239 [email protected]

PLEASE PRINT! Thank you for your time.

Name of your facility or organization? ______

Check all that apply: ❏ Private Club ❏ Park & Recreation ❏ School ❏ College ❏ Community Tennis Association ❏ Other ______

Address of your facility or organization?

Address ______City ______Zip Code ______

Name of contact person at facility or organization:______

Work Phone (______) ______Email (______) ______

Number of tennis courts at the facility? ______How many courts are lighted? ______(circle) Hard Grass Clay

When are the courts busiest? (circle) Evenings Weekends Afternoons Mornings

Who is using the courts at the busy times? (circle) Juniors Adults Seniors

What USTA programs are being offered at your facility? ❏ NJTL ❏ USA League Tennis Adults ❏ USATennis 1-2-3 ❏ USA Tennis Wheelchair ❏ USA Team Tennis Youth ❏ USA Tennis College Campus Program ❏ USA Team Tennis Adults ❏ Junior Satellite & Novice Tournament Program ❏ USA School Tennis ❏ USTA Sanctioned Tournaments

17 What non-USTA programs are being offered at your facility? ❏ Adult Tournaments ❏ Te n nis Leagues for Adults ❏ Junior Tournaments ❏ Te n nis Leagues/Teams for juniors ❏ Te nnis Clinics for Juniors ❏ School Program ❏ Te nnis Clinics for Adults ❏ Other______

What programs are lacking at your facility? ______

______

Is your facility a USTA Member? Ye s ______No ______(Check One)

Are your tennis courts in good shape? Ye s ______No ______(Check One)

Who is responsible for court maintenance? ______

If you do not operate your own facility, what courts do you use to conduct programs?

Name of facility: ______Address: ______