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12 PUB NEWS: EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT! Our publication is changing. 10/01/2018 24 YOUTH TENNIS: News, notes & updates 28 YOUTH RANKINGS: Tennis Recruiting rankings for Fall 2018 31 LEAGUE NEWS: News and notes from our Adult League Department 32 LEAGUE WRAP: USTA Colorado Adult League final results for 2018 33 TOURNAMENT WRAP: Results from the "Big 3" 37 THE BIG CHAIR: News and notes from USTA Colorado Headquarters 38 THE LAST WORD: About this bundle of pages you hold in your hand.... 39 USTA CO-411: About USTA Colorado and contact information

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Studies show that kids are sitting a lot more than they used to — and it's not good for them.

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Studies also show that while youth are becoming sedentary, they are also dropping out of organized sports.

Most kids elect to stop playing organized sports by the age of 12.

Regardless of why they stop, the repercussions will have a life-long negative effect. page 8 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018 And yet, the health benefits of tennis continue to make headlines ....

For tennis players, coaches, facilities and especially the governing bodies of tennis, the timing of it all has been perfect. In the last several months, study after study shows that the sport of tennis ranks among the very best activity for people of all ages when it comes to getting fit, staying healthy, and living longer. Of course, this is not exactly headline news for those of us who live to play, coach and promote the game. But for the USTA family (National, Sections & Districts), this wave of positive news arrives at the perfect time as we get ready to launch numerous initiatives to help bring the next generation of players into the sport. You may remember reading about USTA Colorado's ambitious efforts to grow and strengthen communities through tennis. We told you that we wanted to share our passion for the game by promoting and developing the growth of people through tennis, by becoming a sport that is genuinely concerned about the lives of its constituents, by creating affordable pathways for all youngsters regardless of their backgrounds to amplify their personal growth, and by creating the conditions for developing not only champions on the court, but also champions in life.

What the stats say The compounding benefits of about the benefits of tennis activity helps kids for a lifetime. As you may know, the tennis industry is already changing. New technology is making the game more approachable for players and fans. The USTA has already launched its massive Net Generation initiative, which is both a figurative and literal game-changer when it comes to helping parents find ways for their kids to get involved in the sport. At a time when alarm bells are ringing across the country, alerting families, communities and institutions to the risks of sedentary lifestyles and the true costs of poor health, more and more parents are seeking options for their children that will help them develop better habits and receive the many benefits that youth sports provide, without the associated injury risks of certain contact sports. This makes tennis uniquely appealing to many parents, who are rightly concerned about the long-term effects of full-contact sports. Recent studies confirm that tennis is not only a great primary sport (the safest sport important sports for youth off the court as well. In addition, tennis players are less prone to risky behaviors as ranked by The Aspen Institute's Healthy Sport Index), Youth who play tennis get better grades (48% have an A like alcohol, tobacco and marijuana usage, and are at less but also the perfect complimentary sport for many young average), have college aspirations (81% say they will attend risk to be overweight. athletes who are looking to boost their overall athleticism. college), are better behaved (73% have never been sent Tennis participation positively influences the lives of youth But it's not all about fitness. As great as the sport's to the principals' office) and are more community-minded across all socioeconomic levels. reputation is for on-court fitness, its likely one of the most (82% volunteer in their communities). FALL/WINTER2018 COLORADOTENNIS.com page 9

Taking tennis to the people These studies are not inconsequential, but they aren't going to change parents' minds alone. Getting kids off the couch and away from their digital devices will require a new strategy, one that will incorporate the full spectrum of tennis constituents — players, parents and providers. As the calendar moves toward 2019, USTA Colorado has already published the initial phase of identifying the WHY. In concert with this strategic plan, we have begun exploring just how we can succeed in bringing more young players into the sport where they can reap its benefits. Let's take a look at a few of our planned investments in our tennis constituents in an effort to strengthen local communities.

re-imagining play

Modifying the youth tennis model Format changes for youth play Because tennis is one of the few sports that can be learned at virtually any age, USTA Across the country, youth advocacy groups and think tanks are asking the question, "Are Colorado will be focused on expanding participation in entry-level offerings by changing Youth Sports Broken?" The pyramid model is what organized sports look like today. Millions formats in 2019 and beyond. One of the most challenging aspects young tennis players face of children are introduced to athletics of all kinds. They develop some basic skills, have fun when they first begin competing is the prospect of being alone. Most sports introduce kids with their friends, and get plenty of exercise. to competition in a team environment, which has a built-in support structure that is usually But as they grow older, our model pushes many of these kids away. In fact, studies show missing in individual sports. that 70% of kids quit organized sports by the age of 12. The other 30% are pushed toward Many young players begin their playing careers in Junior Team Tennis, a 7-week program travel/competitive teams. As kids get older, they continue to hone their talents in specific that runs through the summertime. USTA Colorado sees the potential of team events to areas, as learn-to-play programs simply don't exist for most sports. Many young athletes help new players learn to compete in a less intimidating environment, and will be bringing burn out, which leaves fewer and fewer kids who are talented enough, or physically and single-day team events to our tournament calendar in 2019. At first, we'll be targeting the financially able to continue to compete beyond high school. Entry-Level/Futures divisions, where tournament participation is lowest. We will also be Now let's imagine that we are given a blank slate to create the ideal youth sports model, working with various providers to offer "Team Challenges", a type of format for kids who one that continues to invite children to learn to play sports at all ages, and where kids who are not yet ready for traditional JTT or tournament competition. don't desire to become a professional can still play and have fun. What if physical talents and financial means were not prerequisites to playing a sport, staying fit, and benefiting Opportunity, Continuity for a lifetime from the social aspects of athletics? What if we focused our energies developing champions Kids are already familiar with team sports, so having more team experiences in tennis off the field/court as well as on? will be instantly familiar to those who are just entering the sport (ie, Futures events). And perhaps most importantly, what would our model look like if our children were given Then, as kids get older, they'll continue to have team opportunities in high school, college portable physical skills that would enable them to stay healthy, be confident, and build their (both NCAA and Tennis On Campus programs feature team play), and of course in USTA character? Leagues, the nation's largest recreational tennis program. The addition of team events will Oh, and by the way, they'd be able to join their friends, have fun, and play sports for the provide greater opportunities for more youth, as well as the ability to find similar tennis rest of their lives. experiences for a lifetime. 3 page 10 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018 THEBUZZ NOUNS IN THE NEWS PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS DOING THIS, THAT AND THE OTHER.

State Open is nation's largest tournament The Colorado State Open broke its own attendance record in 2018. In the process, it reached another milestone. A study recently completed by the USTA Intermountain Section showed that the 2018 State Open is the nation's largest tournament, with more than 1,100 unique participants (1,618 total entries). The second largest event in the country is the 102nd Annual La Jolla Tennis Championships (716 unique participants), followed by the Wilson World Tennis Classic (653) in Southern California. Only one tournament in the top-10 is as old as the CO State Open, that's the Washington State Open, which began in 1890 (the year before the CO State Open began). Another Colorado tradition, the Denver City Open slotted in as the country's 9th biggest with 480 Team building in Steamboat participants (659 total entries). The first City Open Members of Team Colorado's Competitive Training Squad take a break from training to pose for a photo during their annual was held in 1914, and has been hosted by the Denver training and team building trip to Steamboat Springs. Tennis Club since 1928. stay connected: /USTAColorado /USTAColorado /USTAColorado coloradotennis.org/BLAST

IN MEMORIAM USTA Colorado and the Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation are profoundly saddened to announce that Clinton C. Vessels, III, who has served on the CYTF board for more than 20 years, has passed away. He was a man of remarkable resilience and integrity, and his passion for helping children through tennis embodies the spirit of the CYTF and its work. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Clinton was featured in the 2011 Breaking the Barriers: An Exhibition in Courage, which incorporated the Point Athletic Club finishes 3rd at Nationals International Tennis Hall of Fame's The Point Athletic Club 3.0 squad, captained by Jessica Mitchell & Natasha Uecker, exhibit of the same name, and the 2015 swept the first round en route to the semifinals at the USTA Adult 18 & Over National Summer issue of Colorado Tennis. In Championships in Las Vegas. PAC couldn't quite overcome SoCal, losing 3-2. They February, Clinton will be recognized earned some measure of revenge against the west coast by out-playing NorCal and by USTA Colorado with its 2018 Arthur winning the Third-Fourth Playoff, 3-2. Ashe Award for service to under- resourced communities. A complete list of Adult League Champions can be found on page 32. FALL/WINTER2018 COLORADOTENNIS.com page 11

INDOOR TENNIS BOOMING IN METRO If all goes according to plan, the Denver metro-area will add nearly two-dozen indoor courts in a span of just 12 months, as three new indoor facilities look to join Apex Tennis Center in Arvada, which opened in February 2018.

Photo courtesy of Barry Riddle

UPDATE: Parker Racquet Club Parker Racquet Club is a public-private indoor facility done in partnership between the Parker Tennis Company and the Town of Parker. Website: parkerracquetclub.com

If you've happened to drive by Railbender Skate & Tennis Park in Parker, you may have Photo courtesy of Randy Ross noticed some heavy construction going on lately, as the steel is rising quickly on the soon- to-be open Parker Racquet Club, a joint venture between Town of Parker and the Parker UPDATE: Randy Ross Tennis Center Tennis Company. Randy Ross stands in front of the sign where his 6-court indoor facility will be built. The According to Barry Riddle, the General Manager of the PRC, the facility should be open facility will be located in Dove Valley, across from the Denver Broncos Training Facility. in early January 2019, and will feature six state-of-the-art indoor courts featuring excellent Website: randyrosstennis.com viewing on every one, a large indoor lounge area, a large outdoor patio area, and locker- rooms. While the Randy Ross Tennis Center will be a new addition to the Colorado tennis Phase II of the facility, slated for later in the year, will include adding add outdoor courts landsape, coach Randy Ross has long been a fixture in the community. Ross has called (number TBD), Platform Tennis & Pickelball. Colorado home for 42 years. He has coached at facilities along the Front Range, and has Riddle, Steve Prosowski (Director of Tennis) and Craig Marshall (Director of Junior been the head coach at Kent Denver for more than two decades. Tennis) will focus on a fun and energetic environment geared toward as many people of all After running tennis programs at the Hilton Denver Inverness Hotel for the past several ages learning & enjoying tennis. years, Ross is just waiting on the final building permits from Arapahoe County before he "Primary programming will include USTA Leagues, intra-club leagues, inter-club breaks ground and sets to open in the early half of 2019. leagues, junior leagues, Junior Team Tennis, 3v3 leagues and USTA tournaments," says Ross says the RRTC–Dove Valley will be a full-service tennis club, offering programs for Riddle. "We will also offer discounted "learn to play" programs for kids & adults." adult and juniors from development to high-level players. In addition to entry-level and developing ROGY programs for youth, there will be an emphasis upon the higher level juniors as that is his niche in this market. According to Ross, the RRTC will be different from other facilities in the UPDATE: Denver Tennis Park Denver metro area. The University of Denver and Denver Public Schools have collaborated to build "First of all it is tennis only. No dues money going to support any other the 7-indoor / 6-outdoor court facility along I-25, which will provide youth components of a club like most facilities. The RRTC is designed to be the outreach and advanced training programs. Website: denvertennispark.org best indoor playing and viewing environment of any facility anywhere." Special features, such as the 49-foot ceiling height ("the highest I know of," Denver Public Schools fields 16 competitive boys/girls’ teams at 8 high schools according to Ross), LED lighting, air- which are hampered by insufficient courts conditioning, and full-size court space and without access to indoor facilities. will be complemented by the 1,660 sq ft The Denver Tennis Park will enhance DPS’ workout room, which will be equipped current tennis offerings year-round by for high performance training, and providing priority access for DPS kids and a 50-yard outdoor fitness/running allowing expansion of both educational track. The center is also designed for and competitive tennis offerings into viewing and socializing, with a 2,900 middle and elementary schools both on- sq ft mezzanine with TVs, pool table, and off-site. ping pong and kitchen. The DTP, through both onsite and According to Ross, the staff will offsite outreach programs, will serve be USPTA/PTR and Net Generation thousands of DPS students annually — certified, guaranteeing that youth are Photos courtesy of Sport Court of the Rockies increasing physical literacy, physical being coached in a safe, welcoming fitness opportunities and integrating environment. RRTC will offer both intra-club and USTA Colorado adult leagues and Junior related curricula such as injury prevention, nutrition, and general conditioning into Team Tennis. "There will be an occasional tournament, but this will not be a big part of our program offerings. As well, the project’s site design will create parking, safety, traffic program," Ross adds, also noting that he looks forward to hosting events as fundraisers and aesthetic enhancements beneficial to All City Stadium and South High School. for special organizations. The DTP will also proudly serve as "home courts" for the University of Denver’s NCAA Division 1 tennis teams. page 12 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018

Big changes in store for USTA support from the tennis community, which has Colorado publications, web allowed us to continue to produce Colorado Tennis — coloradotennis.com — Tennis in Colorado continues to grow. League long after other print publications have been laid participation continues to experience record numbers to rest. Print is at a crossroads, however, and USTA year after year, with Denver now ranking 2nd in the Colorado must be prepared to utilize new platforms country behind only Atlanta. Our Junior Team Tennis which will be embraced by the next generation of tennis program is the envy of the nation, with nearly 5,000 enthusiasts. participants annually. We have seen explosive growth in For 2019, USTA Colorado’s board of directors has our young adult programming (including Flex leagues, the approved a change in format (size) for Colorado Tennis new Social League, and the 18-39 league), and in 10 and newspaper. Beginning next year, Colorado Tennis will be under sanctioned events, signifying that the future of the sport published in a self-covered magazine format, very similar is looking strong. to the Big Book of Colorado Tennis (without the glossy cover). Colorado Tennis will print on upgraded paper stock and be Colorado Tennis is changing stitched (stapled) and trimmed so the resulting publication (and This is our last publication in 2018, and we are excited to share ad sizes) will be consistent with our ever-popular Big Book format, a number of new and exciting developments that are shaping up which will not be affected by this change. for 2019 and beyond. USTA Colorado has begun implementing a new strategic plan that will focus our attention on how we can develop the Rebuilding coloradotennis.com growth of individuals and strengthen communities through tennis. In conjunction with the move to the new format, USTA Colorado has We are also in the midst of developing a new, mobile-friendly begun the construction of a new website, on a whole new platform, website, which will enable us to more effectively reach the next distinct and separate from the USTA.com family. The rationale for generation of players. this is explored in The Last Word (page 38). What's important for Born in 1976 as High Bounce, Colorado Tennis newspaper the Colorado tennis community to know is that USTA Colorado has been the proud voice of the Colorado Tennis Association is dedicated to improving and expanding our communications for 43 years. Throughout the USTA network of 17 Sections menu so as to be able to reach new markets, new players, and hundreds of District affiliates, no other stand-alone and those who may be interested in exploring tennis for print publication has proven to be as long-lasting or themselves or their families. If we are going to use as successful as “the Official Publication of Tennis tennis to strengthen communities, we need to be more Players”. accessible. That will be our focus as we move forward. Times are changing, however, and USTA Colorado HONEY, I SHRUNK THE TENNIS: recognizes that the future of communication is Future issues of Colorado Tennis will digital. We have been blessed with incredible be published in condensed format.

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Racquets for All Celebrates 10 Years The Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation’s Racquets for All (RFA) program turned 10 years-old in 2018. For all those years, gently used and new racquets have been collected, re-conditioned and re-strung, then given to those who need equipment in order to play tennis. Nearly 700 racquets have been donated to the program so far this year and more than 7,750 in all since the program’s inception in 2008. This year alone, 723 racquets were distributed to 32 organizations across Colorado. More than 6,000 have been re-purposed in RFA’s 10-year existence. “If you put this in terms of impact, we’re not simply talking about tennis racquets here. It’s so much bigger than that,” said Kristy Harris, Community Development Director for USTA Colorado who is staff lesion to the volunteer Racquets for All committee that oversees the program. “It’s all about access and opportunity because each racquet equates to a person gaining access to tennis in order to learn or develop their game,” Harris went on to say. Racquets for All is always on the lookout for new community-based groups and schools in need of equipment. An equipment request form is available at COLORADOTENNIS.com.

Subaru partnership a big boost for RFA Thank you Alden, Jaime, Adam, Billy Bob and the generous Meadow Creek Tennis Of the racquets donated in 2018, 90 came in the form of new racquets provided & Fitness Club members who have been incredible Racquets for All collectors since by longtime USTA Colorado partner, Subaru of America who fittingly also had a big we started 10 years ago! Your donations of racquets and balls have made our sport birthday this year, celebrating 50 years of existence. accessible to hundreds of new players who got involved once they discovered the free "Each year, Subaru contributes dollars earmarked for the CYTF’s Racquets for racquets and balls we have to offer. We couldn't do it without our fabulous facility All program as part of their official vehicle partners! partnership of USTA Colorado so that new racquets can be purchased and added to the Racquets for All inventory”, said Lisa Schaefer, Associate Executive Director for USTA Colorado and the CYTF. She went on to say, “In any given year we need more youth or adult racquets than we have on-hand. Subaru’s contribution really helps us keep up with the demand in areas of need.”

A Conversation about Impact with Tony Graziano, Subaru of America’s Regional Vice President CYTF: Subaru has been part of the success of Racquets for All for many years. Since the program’s inception, we’ve given out over 6000 racquets to those in need. What does it mean to you to be involved with getting racquets in the hands of people who The Racquets for All High School Challenge is an easy way for teams to support the program via racquet drives need help in order to play tennis? at their schools. Many of the racquets collected this way have benefited other high school teams where students need equipment in order to compete. Approximately 125 racquets in 2018, and 568 since 2010 have been collected TG: Congratulations to Racquets for All for celebrating its 10th year! It shows there through the High School Challenge. is a need and that this program is making an impact. For me personally, I know that exposing kids to this great sport can help them keep active, have fun and provide Arapahoe High School girls' tennis team (pictured above) won the 2018 Girls' RFA High School Challenge. Kids win an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors all while teaching them a sport that can last a when high school teams collect gently used racquets that are given to those in need. lifetime. It also provides an avenue to meet new people and expand your world — you never know who you might meet on the tennis court or the places that tennis can take you in life!

CYTF: How does the RFA program match up with Subaru’s values?

TG: The RFA program matches up well with Subaru’s values in a couple of ways — recycling is in our DNA - our automotive plant in Lafayette, Indiana was the first zero landfill factory in the U.S. And on a local basis, our Subaru Retailers have partnered with a company called TerraCycle where they collect all types of disposable cups and lids, candy and snack wrappers and any brand of single serve coffee and tea capsules Coach Travis Crouch from Horizon High School (Thornton) and the girls on the tennis -retailers collect them, send them to TerraCycle who then repurposes the waste into team say thank you for the racquet donation. The support the last two years means a lot! high quality products like park benches, picnic tables and playground material. In fact, we have a couple of their Adirondack Chairs on our patio in our Denver Regional Office! Add that Subaru strives to be more than a car company and works hard to Update from Coach Guerrero, Pueblo Central HS Head Coach, ‘Share the Love” and we find that the RFA program fits perfectly with our brand. Racquets for All recipient: "I wanted to update you on my girls’ team that I sent you a picture of last year. They all graduated and will CYTF: What does the support of Racquets for All mean to Subaru? attend college next year. I had six qualify for state under the new 3A classification. What I want the CYTF and those that donate racquets TG: We are honored and proud that Subaru is able to support the RFA program — to know is that these girls might not have tried tennis or enjoyed keeping kids active, having fun and enjoying the Colorado outdoors is certainly what the success they achieved without these racquets helping them get this state and the Subaru brand is all about! involved in the sport!" page 14 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018 SPOTLIGHT LIFE LESSONS FORM THE CURRICULUM OF SERVES story by TENNIS FOR KIDS SELECTED AS SERVES PROGRAM IN COLORADO TOMFASANO

STA Colorado SERVES came at a perfect time for National Junior Tennis and Learning (NJTL) of Fort Collins' Jeff Abrahamson. Abrahamson, a sixth-grade counselor and Lincoln Middle School tennis coach, said the SERVES program was perfect for the school’s summer tennis and leadership program. U “Last year we had about 20 kids on the team, and this year we had 33. We started in the summer with a free summer tennis camp and had an average of about 15 kids/session, and a total of 27 kids attended,” Abrahamson said. “This made an enormous difference for Lincoln. We have probably the most under-served population of middle school kids in the Poudre School District, and this summer program leveled the playing field a bit.” The NJTL of Fort Collins, along the Steamboat Tennis Association and Tennis For Kids in Denver were selected as SERVES satellite program partners by USTA Colorado for 2018 and received grants and other support to help offset costs associated with running their program. This grant helped break the financial barriers that have kept so many of our otherwise talented kids For over two decades, USTA Colorado’s Star Search program developed, from participating,” he said. “Through the leadership and team-building activities, (SERVES) taught life nurtured and promoted the tennis and leadership skills of identified youth lessons and facilitated from culturally-diverse communities who demonstrated a passion for and thought and positive commitment to tennis, but didn’t necessarily have resources available for leadership that coaching. Through quality instruction, the free program provided a platform carried us this season. for players in the metro-Denver area to further develop tennis skills and The team-building and expand their involvement in more formal competitive play including Junior leadership activities Team Tennis, high school tennis and sanctioned tournament play. The bonded our players leadership component of the program focused on concepts like respect, together and gave responsibility, teamwork and service, just to name a few. them kind of more of A goal for years has been to expand the Star Search concept to other a sense of team and geographic areas of the state and impact more kids and coaches to create community rather a network of public tennis offerings that offer comprehensive programs than just the individual for youth development both on and off the court. In 2018, this dream aspect of tennis.” became a reality thanks to family foundation donations to USTA Colorado’s Throw out the final fundraising arm, the Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation. An infusion of scores and team dollars became available to develop and initiate the expansion. records and what The rebranded program USTA Colorado SERVES officially launched in Lincoln kids soaked 2018, and is a partnership between USTA Colorado and the CYTF. SERVES in like sponges was is an acronym for: Success, Education, Respect, Values, Excellence sportsmanship. and Self-Confidence and these principles are built into the fabric of the “Most importantly, program – a program that incorporates more than just tennis. Athletic our kids are winning skills development as well as learning and practicing life and leadership at life,” Abrahamson skills round out our holistic approach for youth development. “We couldn’t said. “I’m not be more grateful for the funding support and are excited about all that’s exaggerating at all possible with the expansion designed to positively impact even more youth when I say that every in communities across Colorado,” said USTA Colorado and CYTF Associate single match we’ve Executive Director, Lisa Schaefer. We’re humbled by the financial support been complimented and trust family foundation representatives have placed in us by their on our sportsmanship. gifts,” said Schaefer. She went on to say, “This initiative dovetails It is what Lincoln is beautifully with our overall goals to reach out to more communities, to now known for – fun make our sport more accessible to people of all backgrounds and to focus matches and great on expanding our base through youth tennis – so our sport can flourish sportsmanship.” and benefit more people and communities for decades to come. Dave Boon, The SERVES satellite program selection process included an online executive of NJTL of application and two rounds of interviews. In all, three satellite programs Fort Collins who is also were selected for this, the inaugural year, with the intention of more running the SERVES expansion to come. Selected programs include: NJTL of Fort Collins (Fort program, said with Collins), Steamboat Tennis Association (Steamboat Springs) and Tennis the Lincoln Middle For Kids (Denver). School players he As part of the SERVES support, satellite program partners have conducted seven of the received grant dollars to help offset costs associated with the day to day SERVES Leadership running of their programs. Additional support and resources in the form curriculum units of coaches’ trainings, leadership skills curriculum, program consulting, including: Teamwork, player scholarship and event assistance that will help enhance their Choices, Goals, program offerings will be added. “We held our Program Leader Summit Perseverance, Integrity, Self-Esteem and Self–Confidence and Giving and Receiving Help. in February, and selected partner leaders came from all three programs “The success of the Lincoln summer program speaks to how we can best engage under-resourced and to connect and share ideas. It was a great way to kick things off,” said minority students to participant in tennis,” Boon said. Cindy MacMaster, USTA Colorado’s Director of Player Development, who Boon hopes more programs throughout Colorado oversees SERVES. “Each satellite program has different needs, and we’re are selected for SERVES and able to take advantage meeting each one where they are in order to best help set them up for of all the program offers because there’s a huge focus CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE> success,” she also said. FALL/WINTER2018 COLORADOTENNIS.com page 15

agility tests (compass and spider drills) and were pleasantly surprised at the results and improvement. We conducted five of the SERVES Leadership curriculum units with them including: Teamwork, Decision Making/Choices, Perseverance, Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence and Giving/Receiving Help. This was an attempt to be more inclusive with a pilot program for students.” One mother said her son developed a great appreciation of tennis while participating in the on teaching skills kids can take off the court life skills is a plus in their development. these skills in a fun environment where they program, and that his confidence and into life. SERVES is made possible in “All kids need to be taught life skills in hardly notice that they are learning them.” and desire to work on his leadership skills large part due to support from generous order for them to be successful,” Mavis Boon also used the SERVES curriculum has really grown. family foundations. said. “These life skills can range from at Lincoln, which attracted more than 90 SERVES curriculum was also introduced “I applaud USTA Colorado and the decision making, health, leadership, time players at Boys and Girls Club of Larimer at the inaugural Middle School JV Team Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation (CYTF) for management, etc.” County (Fort Collins and Loveland units). He Challenge at Rolland Moore Park in Fort finding donor’s willing to support this kind of Mavis said the biggest benefit of teaching also taught SERVES curriculum at Aceing Collins in late September. stuff,” Boon said. “Today more than any time these life skills for her is seeing the kids’ Autism, a six-week clinic specially designed in our past, I think it’s more important to be confidence increase. for teenagers with Autism Spectrum 3 teaching tennis and life skills and leadership “When their confidence in who they are Disorder. side by side.” increases, it creates a domino effect in their “We conducted a number of character and Shelby Mavis, on-court instructor for life of success,” Mavis said. “And through leadership units with this group,” Boon said. NJTL of Fort Collins, said teaching players NJTL (and SERVES), we are able to teach “We also conducted on-court speed and page 16 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018

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TENNIS AT THE BROADMOOR

Celebrate The Broadmoor Centennial in 2018 at one of our award-winning camps or events. See why so many players call The Broadmoor Tennis Club their “tennis home away from home”!

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Date Camp Level November 23-25 Adult Thanksgiving Camp 3.0-3.5 Women & Men December 7-9 Adult 4.0 Holiday Camp 4.0 & Above Women & Men December 28-30 Adult Mixed Doubles Camp 3.0-4.0 Women & Men January 25-27 Women’s 3.0 Camp 3.0 Women March 15-17 St. Patrick’s Mixed 3.5-4.0 Couples Doubles Camp TENNIS CAMPS INCLUDE:

March 22-31 Spring Break Tennis Week All Levels Adults & Juniors • 4:1 student/pro ratio (players are grouped with others of their level) Expanded Drills for all Levels! • Intensive instruction and supervised match play • Special camp gifts and lunch at The Broadmoor on one day for adult camps NEW! Pickleball camp • Special two and three night package rates with luxurious Broadmoor accommodations included Date Camp Level February 1-3 Pickleball & Winetasting Camp Intermediate Women & Men

Our first indoor pickleball camp! Combine your love of pickleball and wine in one spectacular weekend! Visit The Broadmoor Tennis Shop for the finest Get acquainted with fellow campers on Friday evening with a selection of tennis apparel, footwear and equipment wine-tasting & paired appetizers, led by a Broadmoor sommelier. in Southern Colorado! Saturday and Sunday will be dedicated to top-notch coaching Call for our complete 2019 schedule. For information or reservations: (800) 634-7711, ext. 6174 or email on mixed doubles, women’s doubles and men’s doubles. Our [email protected] own instructors will be joined by one of the sport’s top pickleball The Broadmoor • 1 Lake Avenue players in a fun, yet intensive learning environment. Colorado Springs, CO 80906 • broadmoor.com

18_203_CTATennisAd_Nov18.indd 1 10/10/18 11:13 AM page 18 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018 ANNUALAWARDS INTRODUCING THE 2018 RECIPIENTS

Colorado Tennis Hall of Fame Gala honors inductees, annual award winners Each year, USTA Colorado recognizes players, administrators, facilities and volunteers who have distinguished themselves over the course of the year. Recipients are honored each year at the Colorado Tennis Hall of Fame Gala. Nominations are accepted each year through September 15. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2019 2018 ANNUAL MARRIOTT DENVER TECH CENTER AWARD WINNERS 5:30 PM COCKTAILS | 7:00 PM DINNER, LIVE AUCTION & PROGRAM

ON-COURT ACHIEVEMENT Male Player Stanislav Korshunov (Denver) 2000 Carol Baily, John Benson, Jack Cella, Carter & Lena Elliott, Female Player Phyllis Lockwood, Sam & Sid Milstein, Margaret Rogers Alexandra Weil (Englewood) Phipps 2001 Senior Player-Male Joan Birkland, Sherrie Pruitt Farris, E.L. (Elmer) Griffey, Tom Pat Perrin (Boulder) Keach, Jim Landin, Jeff Salzenstein, Kathleen Winegardner 2002 Senior Player-Female Anne Dyde, Rosemary Fri, Stephanie Hagan, James Loehr, Susan Wright (Grand Junction) Dorothy Mauk, M.H. "Bud" Robineau, Jake Warde 2003 SPORTSMANSHIP Edwin "Ned" Crow, Irwin Hoffman, Dan Luna, Mike, Gene & Maurice Reidy, Karen Sather Margaret Rogers Phipps Award Lily Chitambar (Boulder) 2004 Adolph “Ade” Butler, Carolyn Roberts Byrne, Richard Gugat, Fay Shwayder, Joseph Thompso John Hough Award 2005 Nico Jamison (Greeley) Miko Ando, Arnold Brown, Chet Murphy, Jeanette Paddock, Willa Wolcott Condo Phyllis Lockwood Award 2006 Josie Schaffer (Centennial) Bruce Avery, Willard Douglas Corley & Willard Douglas Corley, Jr., Don Harker, Carlene Petersen, Bill Wright Mike, Gene & Maurice Reidy Award 2007 Richter Jordaan (Denver) Tariq Abdul-Hamid, Ned Cooney, Sandra Elliott, Roald Flater, Andrea Jaeger Charlie & Ira Brown Award 2008 Jiselle Boker (Centennial) Paula Coulter, Charlie Gates, Jr., Allen Kiel, Katie Koontz, Jeff Loehr SERVICE 2009 E.L. Griffey Award Chester Harris, Vernon John, Rhona Kaczmarczyk, Jack (Organization of the Year) TerBorg, Becky Varnum Bucolo North Jeffco Tennis Club (Arvada) 2010 Clarence Dodge, Art & John Hagan, Brenda Vlasak, Kent Dorothy Mauk Award Woodard (Media Excellence) 2011 CHSAA (Aurora) Cliff Buchholz, Maricaye Christenson Daniels, Scott Humphries, Alicia Salas Carter & Lena Elliott Family Award 2012 (Family of the Year) Clayton Benham, Chad Harris, Warrick Jones, Victoria Palmer Heinicke Brian Young Family (Englewood) 2013 Jody Riser Knudsen Award Nicole Leimbach, Rita Price, Gil Roberts, John Whistler (Volunteer of the Year) Noel Williams (Federal Heights) 2014 Sara Anundsen, Kelly Lovato, Cory Ross, Art Thomson Arthur Ashe Award 2015 (Service to Under-served Populations) Rich Berman, Bob Curtis, Andy Potter, Susan (Mehmedbasich) Clinton C. Vessels III/deceased (Denver) Wright 2016 Clyde Rogers Award Dave Benson, Mary Jane Metcalf Donnalley, Dennis Ralston, (Service to Recreational Players) Don Willsie Kate Walker (Fraser) 2017 Kellen Damico, Scott Davidoff, Nancy Rudd Popof Bud Robineau Award 2018 (Service to Tennis Community) Jeff Cathrall, Randy Crawford Leslie Davis (Lakewood) FALL/WINTER2018 COLORADOTENNIS.com page 19 page 20 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018

THE FIVE: EPISODE H5.33 GETTING TO KNOW THE COLORADO TENNIS COMMUNITY, FIVE FACES AT A TIME KATIENEWELL

or anyone who needs to reaffirm their faith in humanity, talk for a while with Campus Middle School 7th grader Jisele Boker and you will instantly have hope for the future — not just for the sport of tennis, but for the F genuine kindness and humanity possible with this new generation. Encouraged to play tennis by her father, Jacob, who came to the US from Africa to play basketball, this young lady has grace and maturity well beyond her years. Already a competitive player in both tennis and basketball, she is the recipient of USTA Colorado's 2018 Charlie & Ira Brown Award for Outstanding Youth Sportsmanship, Leadership and Achievement. Asked where Jisele got her positive attitude and strong sense of sportsmanship, Jacob teases that “it’s no doubt from her mother, Kristen.” presented by Keeping their daughter’s best interests at heart, Kristen focuses on Jisele’s education to help her stay on the honor roll list, and Jacob focuses on the athletic side of her life. While still in Africa, Jacob would stay up until 2 or 3 in the morning watching greats like Steffi Graf play. Once he had his own daughter, he felt the sport would be a good fit. “I knew Jisele was very athletic, the way she moved, her hand-eye coordination,” he said. JISELEBOKER You can find the complete history of HighFIVEs online at: On scholarship with the Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation, Jisele http://colorado.usta.com/cta/news/buzz/highfive had the chance to spend time with Martina Navratilova, an experience that further inspired her to use tennis not just as a way to excel athletically, but to connect with other young people. “I want to be kind to people that I play,” she said, adding that some players feel too much pressure and that’s what causes poor sportsmanship. “Tennis is supposed to be fun. You have to try to do your best, but really it’s about having fun and making friends.” Jisele is a role model to other young athletes, including her younger brother, Aidan (10). Setting her goal to be a professional player down the road, Jisele understands the commitment it will take to get her game to that level. She said she most admires the play and confidence of Venus and Serena Williams and what great athletes they are. Jisele said basketball helps with her tennis skills, especially with her footwork. She said her favorite stroke currently is her backhand, but she works hard to have an all-around game. “I know the focus and dedication it will take to get really good. I know the hard work and commitment I have to have to keep getting better.” Setting her sights on playing both basketball and tennis at Stanford, Jisele knows that keeping her grades strong will also be key. “I’m most interested in science,” she explained of her academic interests, but said she also really loves to write. “I like to write non-fiction and realistic fiction,” she said of her pursuits off the tennis and basketball court. Whatever future Jisele writes for herself, no doubt her success will be measured in more than tournament wins. She will no doubt make many friends along the way.

ometimes life unfolds in an expected but incredible He strung 78 racquets just for Nadal during the 3-week event. way, which is the case for Josh Newton, an It’s an amazing opportunity, all expenses paid, for a very small ERSA Pro Tour Level 1 certified stringer, USRSA group of craftsmen (16 total for a large tournament) who are Master Racquet Technician and stringer for the passionate not just about tennis, but bringing the tennis elite the S University of Colorado Buffaloes. He is also an tools they need to succeed. Inside Sales Representative for Babolat VS North “It’s never boring to me,” Josh said about stringing, “It’s almost America. a Zen-like experience, you can get lost in your own thoughts, but Growing up playing football, basketball and baseball, it wasn’t you do have to have your attention on the task,” explaining that until the summer of his freshman year in high school that he the professionals hit so hard they change racquets just about picked up his first tennis racquet. He got the bug and never looked every time they change balls on the court. back. And while he said the machines really haven’t changed That was literally thousands of racquets ago. Josh has been that much since the 70s and 80s, the string itself has — from a stringer at some of the most prestigious tennis tournaments gut to polyester blends now. They have more feel, but lose in the world, including the French Open and Cincinnati Masters tension quicker which is why the professionals need constant 1000. He was the personal stringer this past year for Rafael replacement. Nadal, and has the opportunity to meet and hang out with other “For a tennis lover like me, it can be a crazy, grueling schedule tennis greats such as Federer and Djokovic through his stringing but I love it and wouldn’t wish for anything different,” he said of opportunities. the opportunity to string on the world’s biggest stages. “It’s a “It was an honor to stay through the finals and end up on the way to be involved at the highest level.” number one machine” he said of realizing he would be Nadal’s stringer this past year. Stringing professionally since 1999, Josh said tournaments JOSHNEWTON such as the French Open are “intoxicating and addictive,” requiring 14-hour days. The number of racquets the professionals go through is mindboggling — approximately 5,600 for a tournament. FALL/WINTER2018 COLORADOTENNIS.com page 21

chieving success at two intrinsically different In tennis, Emily wants to continue improving, setting her sports takes not only the hard work and sights on playing No. 1 doubles or potentially No. 3 singles. dedication required to physically compete, but “Tennis is fun and a great way to cross-train,” she explains of also relies on the unique ability to mentally the less serious of her two chosen sports and “prefers doubles A prepare for fundamentally different athletic because of the team component.” experiences. None of this is a problem, however, The contrast between skiing and tennis, from preparation for Colorado competitive skier and focused through execution, is something Emily appreciates. She feels the netter, Emily Creek. differences in each sport have given her complimentary physical Emily was named All State in both skiing and tennis in and mental skills, as well as an increased ability to deal with the her freshman year. In February, at the Colorado High School stress of competition. Activities Association state skiing championships, Creek won the “Tennis lasts longer,” she said, “and your opponent changes slalom state title for Nederland with a two-run time of 1 minutes, throughout the course of the match so you have to be analytical 11.65 seconds. A couple months later, she took home the Girls about the game. I feel less pressure in tennis so I might just go 4A High School No. 4 Doubles State Tennis title competing for out that day and work on something specific such as a topspin Niwot (earning her First Team Honors in 4A) . forehand.” The now sophomore, who also competes on Team Summit In contrast, she said ski races “can last for mere seconds” and ski team out of Copper Mountain, was recently included in the it’s just her against the course — which isn’t going to change August 2018 edition of Sports Illustrated. For skiing, competing during the race. It requires high levels of focus. in a variety of events including slalom, downhill and Super G is “There isn’t very much time to get mad at yourself,” Emily her short term goal, but ultimately her sight is set on securing jokes, adding that “you can’t control what other people are going an opportunity to ski at a D1 University. to do that day, so you just have to do your best.” Introduced as a child to many sports by her parents, Mark and EMILYCREEK Linda Creek, both tennis and skiing rose to the top and she found that each of them challenged her in unique ways. “I was drawn to skiing because of the speed and being outside,” she said of the winter sport and is especially passionate about the Slalom. When asked if her parents ski with her she jokes that, “her dad just tries to keep up.”

ometimes more isn’t better, but for, Luke Fairview team!” Silverman, more has worked perfectly fine. Introduced to several sports as a young boy, Luke said he A sophomore at Fairview High School, Luke appreciates the three sports for different reasons. is a three-sport athlete, who competes in both “Tennis is probably the most mental,” he explained. “You are S JV soccer and varsity tennis in the fall, and then out there alone and have to rely on yourself to get through the baseball in the spring. Playing in the No. 1 singles tough times.” He admires the play and on court presentation of spot for the 5A powerhouse, Luke finished first Federer. “He is just able to remain really calm and in control on at Regionals. He played No. 1 doubles in 2017, finishing third at the court, and continually hits cool shots.” state. He said soccer was a different type of pressure. “If you mess up One of very few athletes playing dual sports in the same in soccer, you affect your whole team —the outcome of the game.” season, Luke said it takes the support of coaches and teammates For baseball, he said it’s really a combination of the other two. to make it work. “Baseball you are really out there as an individual, but it’s a team “My tennis coach let me go primarily to soccer practices during sport so you have to do your part.” the week,” he explained of Fairview Tennis Coach, Chad Tsuda, Committed to doing his part isn’t limited to sports for Luke. He “and then I’d practice tennis on the weekends”. He said Tsuda’s is proud of his role in the family, under parents Kevin and Emily, consistent positive reinforcement helped him prioritize. and as big brother and role model to sisters, Claire (13) and Kate Along with the mutual cooperation of soccer coach, Jeffrey (7), who are also multi-sport athletes. Frykcholm, Luke’s contribution to the tennis program has been Of course, balancing multiple sports and his academics takes one of the several factors that have elevated Fairview’s program self-motivation, discipline and time management. into the top three in the state, claiming the number one spot last “Time is probably the biggest challenge,” Luke jokes about year and replacing Cherry Creek’s dynasty as state champions. being everywhere he needs to be and keeping his grades strong. LUKESILVERMAN This year Fairview placed third behind Regis and Cherry Creek. And while he hasn’t decided what college he wants to attend yet, Coach Tsuda appreciates the young athlete’s dedication. he is interested in math and physics. “Luke has made an incredible impact on the Fairview team his He wants to play college sports and hasn’t picked one yet. He first two seasons! He has incredible work ethic and intensity on did say he knows tennis will be a lifelong sport that he can enjoy. court that the team will follow. He possesses the athleticism that “I know I’ll have to narrow it down to one for college,” Luke a coach cannot teach and a tenacity for competition that will help explained, “but I’m happy to play them all now.” him in the future. We are excited for his future tennis with the HighFIVE continued on next page >> page 22 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018

ichard A. Hillway has dedicated much of his post-playing and post-coaching life to capturing the history of his beloved sport of tennis. His passion for unearthing history has led him to acquire a house full of artifacts. “I have about 2,500 tennis books at my house and hundreds of letters,” he explains about the grueling process it takes to be a historian. That painstakingly recorded history will continue to exist for decades and centuries to come. Thanks to his persistent and exhaustive efforts, he is known in the arena of tennis historians of R one of top in the field — not only in his home state of Colorado — but across the US. Hillway has authored over 100 published tennis history articles, many in the English and American “Tennis Collector” magazines. He owns 41 items that belonged to Major Walter Clopton Wingfield, an early pioneer of presented by lawn tennis, and has some extremely unique items, such as a Wingfield book owned and signed by Dick Williams, a Titanic survivor who had been on his way to Harvard when the ship sank. Hillway’s place in tennis literature and historical research has been further solidified with the publication of his book The Birth of Lawn Tennis, released this year in conjunction with the 150th anniversary of Wimbledon. Along with co-author, Robert T. Everitt, the 7-pound, limited 500-edition book took decades to complete and was funded by the All England Club. The book is available through BIRTHOFLAWNTENNIS.com.

"Their research is seamlessly combined to form a tremendous tribute to both the game of lawn tennis and the past, present and future of the renowned All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. This seminal work on the birth of the game and its development over the first four years of its life begins with a detailed study of Major Walter Clopton Wingfield, the inventor. It examines his doubters and rivals, dispelling common myths as it cleverly weaves its way through a chronology of events culminating with a detailed description of the staging of the first Wimbledon Championship in 1877 and the players who took part. This mighty tome has taken authors Bob and Richard twenty years to compile. The depth of their research is breathtaking. Extending to over 570 pages, the book includes biographies of the players and tournament officials, with masses of information on manufacturers, a comparison of the rules, and a time-line of lawn tennis related events. Fully indexed, it will be a book desired by all tennis history loving fans and bibliophiles." RICHARDHILLWAY

Hillway is an expert on Major Walter Wingfield and Bill Tilden, and has researched all of Colorado’s important tennis tournaments back to their beginnings. This year marked Hillway's 10th Wimbledon invitation, where he was invited to two exclusive parties that surround the event, and earlier was lucky enough to sit across from the Queen who was in the Royal Box.

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10s Participation Update Changes ahead for Youth Competition As part of our commitment to growing the sport of tennis at the grassroots level, USTA As noted in our cover story (beginning on page 6), USTA Colorado is exploring several ways Colorado has been closely monitoring 10 & under participation in its sanctioned events to ignite participation, especially in the lower ability levels. While entry-level competition in (tournaments and leagues) and non-sanctioned events (3v3 Grand Prix, Play Days). JTT has grown markedly in the last few years in the youngest age division, the number of With the Sectional launch of the Youth Progression program at the beginning of this entry-level competitors in older age groups has not been as successful. This is also true of year, USTA Colorado has been working very closely with 10U tournament directors and tournaments, where the number of competitors has remained low. JTT coordinators around the state so that the experience for new players is both fun and competitive. We also worked closely with providers to make the tennis experience a good Some of the ideas for increasing the number of youth players are: one for parents, who are critical to the growth of that age group. With just a handful of Youth Progression/10U tournaments remaining in 2018, USTA • MORE TEAM EVENTS: kids love to be a part of a team. In 2019, USTA Colorado will be Colorado is encouraged to report that participation in that age group has grown by an adding single-day team events (of varying formats) to the calendar for both tournaments estimated 25% over last year, and by more than 42% over 2016, a strong indication that the and non-sanctioned events. debut of Youth Progression has been a positive influence on tournament play. Even more encouraging is that these numbers have grown even after the number of sanctioned events • COACHING/FACILITATING: entry-level competition is a great place for kids to learn offered across the state decreased from over 70 to 32. how to play, but they will improve faster if they are able to have a coach or parent help Just as important is that the partcipation in 10 and under Junior Team Tennis has them through their match. We will be exploring ways to bring coaching/facilitating into remained strong, having grown by more than 11% since 2015, and specifically in the Entry- competition. level/Futures division, participation has exploded. Offered for the first time in 2017 the number climbed from 129 to 237 in 2018, an 84% jump. • SLOWING THE GAME DOWN: entry-level competitors don't need to be playing with the Drawing from some of these lessons, USTA Colorado will look to improve on existing same ball the pros use. By utilizing the green ball in all entry-level divisions, 12U-18U, programs, and copy and implement the best practices to other age divisions and ability players will gain confidence, a better understanding of strategy, and be able to hone levels in 2019 and beyond. their fundamentals while participating in a real match-play environment. For more details on the Youth Progression, visit coloradotennis.com/youthprogression.

Rosters set for 2018-19 Team Colorado 2018 JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS The rosters for the upcoming Team Colorado season have been finalized. STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS / AUGUST 3-5 Congratulations to the following players who were named to the squad: Devo 10s 2018 JTT COED STATE CHAMPIONS Adhrit Sundaresan, Alec Rodriguez, Blake Wright, Bridger Kindsfater, Hendrick 10 & Under: Division/Champion/Finalist Jordaan, Jake McGinnis, Liam Chang, Marcus Magno, Sebastian Wright Challenger A Garden of the Gods / Fort Collins CC Challenger B Pinehurst / Denver Parks & Rec Devo Tweeners Futures Fort Collins CC / Bow Mar Andrew Rettig, Brady Kruep, Brooke Roper-Zuckert, Cale Brush, Cal Orr, Drake 2018 JTT BOYS STATE CHAMPIONS Solley, Emmitt Richardson, Faith Galyardt, Finley Wiggins, Jace Nakamura, Jack Loehr, Juliette Jaycox, Karissa Manley, Nathan Most, Reece Dennis, Tyson Hardy, 12 & Under: Division/Champion/Finalist Championship Columbine CC / Columbine CC Zoe Hochstadt Challenger A Parker Tennis / Denver Tennis Club Challenger B Crestmoor Community Association / Highland Meadows Devo 12s Futures Ken Caryl / Cherry Creek Vista Allyson Lowe, Anastasiya Papazian, Aswaanth Karuppasamy, Atticus Freers, Blake Assini, Cooper Perry, David Tran, Jackson Turner, Laina Kitlowski, Liam O’Drobinak, 14 & Under: Division/Champion/Finalist Macey Richardson, Matt Hossack, Max Gart, Maya Brakhage, Nate Walton, Nathanael Championship Columbine CC / Meadow Creek Challenger A Meadow Creek / Denver CC Trevey, Porter Gallegos, Remy Nguyen, Rufus Thompson, Ryder Landry, Stella Laird, Challenger B Evergreen Tennis Center / Miramont LIfestyle Fitness Torin Wright Futures Aurora Parks & Rec / CAC Inverness Devo Team Colorado Coaches 18 & Under: Division/Champion/Finalist Lead Faculty Coach: Mike Phillips Asst Lead: Meike Babel Championship Superior / Meadow Creek Bill Conway, Peggy Bernardis, Brent Mazza, Alex Davydov, Wendy Donovan, Victoria Challenger A Thunder Ridge HS / Mountain View HS Polite, Jamal Heydari Challenger B Mountain View HS / Homestead Farms Early Development Camp Coaches 2018 JTT GIRLS STATE CHAMPIONS Lead Faculty Coach: Mike Phillips Asst Leads: Meike Babel, Bill Conway 12 & Under: Division/Champion/Finalist Challenger A Highlands Meadows / Colorado Springs Racquet Club Peggy Bernardis, Brent Mazza, Alex Davydov, Wendy Donovan, Victoria Polite, Jamal Challenger B Ken Caryl / Highlands Ranch Heydari, Art Turnbill, Kristyn Wykert Futures Evergreen Tennis Center / Highlands Ranch Competitive Training Squad 14s 14 & Under: Division/Champion/Finalist Conor Kaczmarczyk, Cameron Kreup, Matthew Batmunkh, Christian Trevey, Henry Challenger A Rocky Mountain Tennis Center / Highland Meadows Matheson, Anna Jordaan, Bridger Galyardt Challenger B Pinehurst / Pomona HS Futures Miramont LIfestyle Fitness / Castle Pines Competitive Training Squad 12s Mark Lapko, Bella Andrade, Raphael Wieland, Chase Burke, Amina Abdullaeva, 18 & Under: Division/Champion/Finalist Championship Rocky Mountain Tennis Center / Mountain View HS Quinn Bernthal, Elona Simonov Challenger A Valley CC / Superior Challenger B Hiwan CC / Mountain View HS Competitive Training Squad Coaches Mike Phillips, Meike Babel, Meredith McGrath FALL/WINTER2018 COLORADOTENNIS.com page 25 PLAY TENNIS

© 2017. United States Tennis Association Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. page 26 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018 PREPCOMPETITION 7 WEEKS AFTER SURGERY, HOLMES MAKES IT BACK TO BACK; REGIS EARNS FIRST TEAM CROWN SINCE 2010

5A WRAP-UP Despite having surgery just seven weeks prior to the state tournament, Chatfield's Christian Holmes was able to summon the form that brought him the 2017 singles title and earn his second consecutive state championship at No. 1. The senior became the first repeat champ in 5A since 2012 (Hayden Sabatka). Unable to sleep the night before and clearly feeling the nerves, Holmes fell behind 0-4 to Regis Jesuit sophomore Morgan Schilling before gathering himself to earn the first set 7-5. Schilling gave nothing away, but eventually Holmes was able to muster his previous experience to claim the second set 7-5 and start thinking about where to take his talents to play in college. For Schilling, this was his second consecutive state meet where he fell to Holmes, losing in the first round in 2017. In spite of the loss, Schilling's spectacular run to the final helped his Regis squad claim the state team title for the first time in nearly a decade. Leading by nine points going into Saturday's final matches, Regis earned three titles and wound up capturing the title by 11 points over perennial powerhouse Cherry Creek. Senior Kosta Garger, freshman Conor Kaczmarczyk, and Emilio Gonzalez- Cruz and Evan Nuss all earned titles for Regis in their 5A STATE TENNIS CHAMPIONS: respective divisions. Teammates Grigor Karakelyan REGIS JESUIT and Phillip Albright won their third place match at No. 2 doubles for a little insurance in the overall points chase. “It’s been a journey,” said coach Laura Jones, whose first season at Regis was in 2010. “I feel like we’ve developed a quality reputation and just a great sense of family and team at Regis Jesuit. They’ve worked really hard with each other to get here today.”

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CHAMPIONSHIP MATCHES Singles 1 Christian Holmes, Chatfield, def Morgan Schilling, Regis Jesuit, 7-5, 7-5 5A TEAM RESULTS 1. Regis Jesuit 76 2 Kosta Garger, Regis Jesuit, def Austin Kattenhorn, Broomfield, 6-0, 6-1 2. Cherry Creek 65 3 Conor Kaczmarczyk, Regis Jesuit, def Drew Hill, Cherry Creek, 6-3, 4-6, 6-0 3. Fairview 29 4. Denver East 28 Doubles 5. Arapahoe 25 1 Emilio Gonzales-Cruz/Evan Nuss, Regis Jesuit, def Beck Chrisbens/Brody Pinto, Fairview, 6-1, 6-2 6. Broomfield 21 2 Andrew Marocchi/Matt Batmunkh, Cherry Creek, def Will Franks/George Weaver, Denver East, 6-1, 6-1 7. Fossil Ridge 18 3 Jack Abbey/Barry Dechtman, Denver East, def Ryan Grayson/Adam Heilbronner, Fairview, 6-3, 6-4 8. Chatfield 17 4 Brady Elliott/John Shelby, Fossil Ridge, def Nathan Tolva/Jack Carbone, Regis Jesuit, 5-7, 6-4, 7-6 9. Grand Junction 13 10. Valor Christian 11 CONSOLATION MATCHES 11. Monarch 7 Singles 12. Boulder 4 1 Tyler Landen, Arapahoe, def George Cavo, Cherry Creek, 6-3, 6-3 12. Mountain Vista 4 2 Nick Svichar, Cherry Creek, def Cal Hegstrom, Grand Junction, 6-4, 6-3 14. Heritage 3 3 Nick Solimene, Valor Christian, def Ryan Wood, Arapahoe, 6-2, 6-3 15. Highlands Ranch 2 16. Poudre 1 Doubles 16. Rocky Mountain 1 1 Devin Brownstein/Will Hoist, Cherry Creek, def Jack Vanderberg/Charlie Vanderberg, Broomfield, 6-3, 6-0 16. Lakewood 1 4A INDIVIDUAL RESULTS INDIVIDUAL 4A 2 Grigor Karakelyan/Philip Albright, Regis Jesuit, def Hall Humphrey/Reid Shaffer, Fairview, 6-4, 5-7, 6-1 16. Rock Canyon 1 3 Kyle Kirkby/Cameron Morrey, Fossil Ridge, def Ryan Flora/Braden Mayer, Cherry Creek, 6-3, 1-6, 6-2 4 Cedric Loehr/Brock Bryant, Cherry Creek, def Quentin Wolfe/Mason Heimel, Denver East, 7-5, 6-7, 6-3 FALL/WINTER2018 COLORADOTENNIS.com page 27

RICHTER JORDAAN AND HIS COLORADO ACADEMY TEAMMATES MAKE HISTORY

4A WRAP-UP One year ago, Colorado Academy entered Saturday four points behind four-time consecutive champ Kent Denver, needing to win four of the six finals in which they faced the Sun Devils. This year, the Mustangs left no doubt, sending players into every finals match, and winning six. Their only loss, at No. 3 doubles, came to Kent, but in the end, no other team could match the Mustangs, who won their first-ever team title, setting the record for points at the 4A level. Leading CA was senior Richter Jordaan, who defeated Discovery Canyon's Nick Lorenz 6-1, 7-5. The two have been friends and rivals since they first stepped on court, and frequently play doubles together in USTA events. Jordaan was recently recognized for his leadership, sportsmanship and character on and off the court by the USTA, who named him to its third annual Junior Leadership Team. It was a total team effort by CA, who officially clinched the title after wins at No. 2 singles (Clark Steinhauser) and No. 1 doubles (Caleb Aguirre and 4A STATE TENNIS CHAMPIONS: Emmett Ela). With each successive win by a Mustang, COLORADO ACADEMY teammates spilled on the court to celebrate their team title.

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CHAMPIONSHIP MATCHES 4A Team Results Singles 1. Colorado Academy 95 1. Richter Jordaan, Colorado Academy, def. Nick Lorenz, Discovery Canyon, 6-1, 7-5 2. Clark Steinhauser, Colorado Academy, def. Riley Black, Niwot, 6-2, 6-0 2. Niwot 71 3. Braeden Thomas, Colorado Academy, def. Ben Bicknell, Niwot, 6-3, 6-3. 3. Cheyenne Mountain 45 4. Kent Denver 43 Doubles 5. Mullen 24 1. Caleb Aguirre/Emmett Ela, Colorado Academy, def. Sam Keronen/Manas Saini, Niwot, 6-3, 6-4 6. Discovery Canyon 16 2. Nicholas Dietrich/Will Smart, Colorado Academy, def. Anton Lavrouk/Riley Mulshine, Niwot, 7-6, 6-2 7. Aspen 6 3. William Coors/Casey Klutznick, Kent Denver, def. Bennett Liu/Zachary Brinker, Colorado Academy, 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 8. D'Evelyn 5 4. Ryan Gaghen/Will Miller, Colorado Academy, def. Xavier Moy/Jon Lee, Niwot, 6-4, 7-6. 9. Littleton 4 9. Dawson School 4 CONSOLATION MATCHES 11. Pueblo West 3 Singles 12. en 2 1. Neil Wilcox, Niwot, def. Sam Nassif, Kent Denver, 6-4, 6-1 12. Thompson Valley 2 2. Paul Jones, Cheyenne Mountain, def Oliver Greenwald, Kent Denver, 6-0, 6-4 12. Fountain Valley 2 3. Oliver Muhl, Cheyenne Mountain, def Trent Beckman, Kent Denver, 6-2, 1-6, 6-3 12. Steamboat Springs 2 Doubles 16. Creek 1 1. JP Starkey/Dante Dino, Mullen, def Grant Leap/Robbie Metz, Cheyenne Mountain, 6-3, 3-6, 6-2 16. Longmont 1 4A INDIVIDUAL RESULTS INDIVIDUAL 4A 2. Carver Ward/Max Schultz, Cheyenne Mountain, def Thomas Logan/Coleman Guthrie, Mullen, 5-7, 6-4, 6-3 16. Coronado 1 3. Bennett Ziegler/Konrad Ziegler, Cheyenne Mountain, def Sam Bickham/Ivan Calderon, Niwot, 6-4, 6-3 16. Air Academy 1 4. Greg McMullen/Charlie Manta, Mullen, def Mason Gustafson/Clint Gersabeck, D'Evelyn, 6-0, 6-3 page 28 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018

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NTRP ratings available soon The USTA usually releases year-end NTRP ratings on or around December 1. USTA Colorado will post a message on our home page when they have been published by USTA National.

Changes coming to weeknight schedule USTA Colorado's League Department thanks you for your continued dedication and support for playing in USTA Leagues. Once again, Colorado leagues have set an all-time participation record in the state, and are poised to eclipse Atlanta as the largest league area in the nation. That growth is necessitating a few changes in order to meet the needs of players and facilities. Due to heavy growth, some leagues have nearly 700 matches scheduled for a given night (depending on level of play). Over the years we’ve changed some division/NTRP nights to accommodate various needs and interests.

Our goals and priorities are to: • Minimize the number and frequency of shifts to retain as much continuity as possible for our players • Accommodate our providers who do so much for our league programs by reducing overloads and scheduling issues • Balance out the evenings re: number of matches • Provide for growth via a more balanced schedule — our USTA mission; benefitting new players, existing players and further supporting facility Season 1: Feb 8-March 22, 2019 programming with growth Deadline to register: January 25, 2019 With reduced matches on certain nights (vs filled to capacity), some teams may have less staggering which is often desirable — a benefit to players. To the point of trying to retain continuity with few changes to evening schedules, USTA Colorado has had very few multiple shifts (divisions and nights of play) over the past two decades. In fact the last significant one, designed to address the goals noted above, was nearly 20 years ago. And the positive impact was felt immediately — addressing all the issues noted earlier. Another goal of ours is to provide as much notice as possible to both providers (facilities) and players, so everyone can plan accordingly. Once our revised schedule is final, we will be communicating immediately and well in advance of the 2019 league season. www.COLORADOTENNIS.com Colorado is on the cusp of becoming the No. 1 market in the entire country, as we look to overtake Atlanta, GA! The success of our league progream continues thanks to the effort and support of our providers and players. Any and all changes made by our Committee and Association are designed to benefit all those involved. It’s a team effort! Stay tuned. Details will be available online at in the 2019 Big Book of Colorado Tennis.

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For more information, Miikka Keronen, Director of Tennis Kate Karnik, Membership Director please contact: 303-469-5372 303-460-9700 www.TheRanchCC.com [email protected] [email protected] page 32 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018 2018 COLORADO CHAMPIONS USTA ADULT 55 & OVER ITA FALL MIXED TWILIGHT LEAGUE W6.0 Highlands Ranch Comm Assn 5.5 Pinehurst CC (ITA Champs) W 2.5 Gates Tennis Center W7.0 Life Time Fitness CO Springs 6.5 Knolls W 3.0 Boulder CC USTA MIXED 18 & OVER W8.0 Boulder Tennis Assn 7.5 Glenwood Springs CC W 3.5 Ft Collins CC 6.0 Lebsack Tennis W9.0 South Suburban Littleton 8.5 CO State University W 4.0 Lakewood Tennis 7.0 Meadowsdow Creek M6.0 Pinehurst CC 9.5 Thornton Tennis Assn (ITA Champs) W 4.5 Meadows 8.0 Highland Meadows WHITE M7.0 Centennial Valley M 3.0 Woodmoor 9.0 Lebsack Tennis M8.0 Longmont Tennis Assn WOMEN'S DAYTIME DOUBLES M 3.5 Highlands Ranch Comm Assn M9.0 South Suburban Littleton M 4.0 Glenwdoo Springs CC 10.0 North Jeffco W 2.5 Life Time Fitness Centennial M 4.5+ CAC Inverness W 3.0 Highlands Ranch Comm Assn USTA MIXED 40 & OVER USTA ADULT 40 & OVER W 3.5 Life Time Fitness Centennial 6.0 Lebsack Tennis W 3.0 Ft Collins CC W 4.0 CAC Monaco CTA 18-39 7.0 Pinehurst W 3.5 CAC Monaco W 4.5 Greenwood Athletic Club M 3.0/3.5 South Suburban Littleton 8.0 South Suburban Lone Tree W 4.0 Grand Junction Tennis M 4.0 Stapleton 9.0 CAC Monaco W 4.5+ Longmont Athletic Club SUMMER DAYTIME W 3.0 Life Time Fitness Centennial M3.0 Crestmoor W 3.5 Lakewood Tennis W 2.5 Hiwan CC M3.5 Highlands Ranch Comm Assn W 4.0 Life Time Fitness Centennial USTA ADULT 18 & OVER W 3.0 CAC Monaco M4.0 CAC Monaco W 4.5 North Jeffco W 2.5 Centennial Valley W 3.5 CAC Monaco M4.5+ South Suburban Littleton W 3.0 Point Athletic Club (3rd Place) W 4.0 North Jeffco W 3.5 Miramont LIfestyle Fitness W 4.5 Greenwood Athletic Club W 4.0 Life Time Fitness Centennial CTA ADULT 65 & OVER W 4.5 Longmont Athletic Club M 7.0 Anthem Ranch CTA WOMEN'S 2.5 M 8.0 Gates Tennis Center W5.0+ CAC Monaco W 2.5 Lebsack Tennis M3.0 Meadows M 8.0 Longmont Tennis Assn M3.5 CO State University W 7.0 Miramont LIfestyle Fitness M4.0 Sundance Hills W 7.0 Lebsack Tennis USTA League Teams listed in RED qualified to compete at the M4.5 Lebsack Tennis W 8.0 Denver Tennis Club USTA National Championships by winning the M5.0+ Denver Tennis Club W 8.0 Memorial Park Intermountain Sectional event. W 9.0 South Suburban Littleton

Each year, USTA Colorado salutes the more than 3,500 Colorado Adult League Tennis Captains who help make the nation's 2nd largest league program a smashing success by sending two of them (plus a guest) to the BNP Paribas Open in Palm Springs, CA.

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Winners will be announced by December 1. FALL/WINTER2018 COLORADOTENNIS.com page 33 USTATOURNAMENTS WRAPPING UP COLORADO'S "BIG THREE" Game Set Match Babolat Boulder Colorado State Open Denver City Open Open The Colorado State Open Beginning in 1914, The Boulder Open began as began in 1891, and was a the Denver City Open is the Intermountain Sectional regular stop for some of referred to as "The Players' Championship. Several history's greatest players, Tournament", and has decades ago, the Boulder including Don Budge, Bobby been held every year at Open became the host event Riggs and Althea Gibson. the Denver Tennis Club. for the Adult Sectionals. Men's Open Singles Men's Open Singles Men's Open Singles F–(2) Dor Amir d. (1) Stanislav F–(1) Stanislav Korshunov d. (2) Dor Amir, F–(1) Stanislav Korshunov d. Korshunov 1-6; 6-4; 7-6 7-5; 6-2 (2) Ethan Hillis 6-0; 7-6 SF–(2) Dor Amir d. (3) David Fox 6-1; 6-2 SF–(2) Dor Amir d. (5) Alex Johnston 6-1; SF–(2) Ethan Hillis d. (4) Amir SF–(1) Stanislav Korshunov d. (4) 5-7; 6-3 Elbayoumy 6-1; 6-1 Stephen Bass 6-3; 6-2 SF–(1) Stanislav Korshunov d. (3) Hayden SF–(1) Stanislav Korshunov d. (7) Men's Open Doubles Sabatka 6-4; 7-6(5) John Haywood 6-3; 6-4 F–(1) Amir/Korshunov d. (2) Men's Open Doubles Men's Open Doubles Fox/James 6-1; 7-5 F–(1) Amir/Korshunov d. Horn/ F–(1) Haywood/Korshunov d. SF–(2) Fox/James d. (6) Malvitz 7-6(5); 6-4 (2) Mease/Ross 6-4; 6-4 Kamei/Yip 6-1; 7-6 SF–Horn/Malvitz d. Johnson/ SF–(2) Mease/Ross d. (4) SF–(1) Amir/Korshunov d. (3) Sabatka 3-6; 6-1; 7-6(8) Mazza/Neale 6-2; 6-2 Lovera/Ruder-Hook 6-3; 7-5 SF–(1) Amir/Korshunov d. Kuseski/ SF–(1) Haywood/Korshunov d. Women's Open Singles Weiner 7-6(2); 6-2 Polley/Weiner 6-3; 6-4 F–(1) Anna Riedmiller d. (2) Women's Open Singles Women's Open Singles Arisha Ladhani 6-3; 7-5 F–(2) Alexandra Weil d. F–(1) Julia O'Loughlin d. (2) SF–(2) Arisha Ladhani d. Shannon Cross 6-0; 6-1 Ky Ecton 6-2; 7-5 Alexandra Weil 7-6; 6-4 SF–(2) Alexandra Weil d. SF–(2) Ky Ecton d. Jazmin SF–(1) Anna Riedmiller d. (4) Kristen Kirby 6-3; 7-5 Gillette 6-2; 6-2 Tatum Burger 6-2; 6-2 SF–Shannon Cross d. (1) SF–(1) Julia O'Loughlin d. Women's Open Doubles Tatum Burger Wd (pc) Lela Daszuta 6-0; 6-3 F–(1) Ladhani/Riedmiller d. (2) Women's Open Doubles Women's Open Doubles Burger/Nelson 6-4; 6-1 FF–Cross/Zherdeva d. Bos/ F–O'Loughlin/Woodman d. SF–(2) Burger/Nelson d. Ruegsegger/ Gillette 6-2; 6-1 Horner/Zherdeva 6-0; 6-3 Shafner 6-2; 5-7; 6-2 SF–(1) Ladhani/Riedmiller d. Mixed Open Doubles Mixed Open Doubles Benito/Miner 7-6; 6-4 F–(1) Korshunov/Tokareva d. F–(1) Dor Amir/Alexandra Weil d. (2) Yana Alfonso/Yip 6-4; 6-3 Ruegsegger/Marc Weiner, 6-7; 7-5; 6-1 Mixed Open Doubles SF–Alfonso/Yip d. (2) Kirby/ SF–(2) Yana Ruegsegger/Marc Weiner F–(1) Amir/Weil d. (3) Benito/ Zappia 6-7(5); 6-3; 6-4 d. Stanislav Korshunov/ Malvitz Wd (pc) SF–(1) Korshunov/Tokareva d. Natalie Stone, 7-6(4); 6-4 SF–(3) Benito/Malvitz d. (2) Kamei/Paulson 6-3; 6-4 SF–(1) Dor Amir/Alexandra Weil d. Jacobson/Wilcox 6-4; 6-2 Michael Shin/Casey Zhong, 6-0; 6-3 SF–(1) Amir/Weil d. (4) Ruegsegger/Yip 7-6; 7-5

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HEN can I play tennis again? This is usually one of the first questions people ask after they become injured and/or are contemplating surgery. The most common orthopedic injuries and surgeries will be listed below as well as general guidelines for return to tennis. I W would emphasize that these are “average” times assuming no complications and a strict adherence to a surgeon directed physical therapy program. SHOULDER Non Surgical 1. Rotator cuff tendinitis/Bursitis: physical therapy +/– cortisone injection. May return to play as soon as pain free; 2. Shoulder separation: 4-6 weeks; Our physicians (left to right): 3. Shoulder dislocation: if non-surgical then return in 4-6 weeks Andrew W. Parker, M.D. after appropriate physical therapy; Leslie B. Vidal, M.D. 4.“Frozen shoulder” (adhesive capsulitis): can vary from two months to a year. Generally when Joel B. Gonzales, M.D. pain is gone and motion is close to normal. Imran K. Choudhry, M.D. Brian J. Larkin, M.D. Surgical Eric J. Lindberg, M.D. Ryan J. Caufield, M.D. 1. Rotator cuff repair: for small tears (<1cm) I generally allow my patients to start hitting groundstrokes and volleys three months postoperatively. Patients may begin serving at around four months post op. For medium and large tears I prefer to hold groundstrokes and When our patients experience a musculoskeletal injury or volleys for four months and serving until six months. Serving and one handed backhands are disease that compromises their ability to fully live their lives, hardest on the rotator cuff; it’s our goal to get them back to health quickly and safely. 2. Instability or “Labrum” surgery: generally the same guidelines as for repair of a small rotator cuff repair; At Orthopedic Associates, we are committed to providing excellent 3. Total Shoulder Arthroplasty or Shoulder “Replacement”: return to groundstrokes at around care to our patients with compassion, understanding and respect. four months and serving at six months.

WE SPECIALIZE IN: HIP • Sports Medicine • Arthritis Patients with an elective hip replacement can typically • Shoulder & Elbow • Total Joint Replacement Surgery get back on the court in 2-3 months. For patients who • Hip & Knee • Arthroscopic Surgery underwent surgery to repair a fracture in the hip the • Hip Preservation timeframe to return to play is usually closer to six months. • Foot & Ankle • Hand & Wrist • Physical Therapy KNEE Non Surgical 1. Medial Collateral Ligament sprain: 6-8 weeks depending on the grade (I-III). Rarely requires surgery; 2. Patellar tendinitis: as pain allows; 3. Meniscus tears: many can be treated without surgery. May return within 1-2 weeks after rest/NSAIDS +/– cortisone injection; 4. ACL tear: if treated without surgery may return with a brace once swelling is gone and ROM and strength are normal (approx 4-6 weeks if isolated to ACL without concomitant meniscus or ligament injury); 5. PCL tear: rarely requires surgery. Sometimes requires a brace. Usually may return to play within four weeks; 6. Patellar instability: dislocation of the patella or partial dislocation (also known as subluxation). Treated with brace and PT approx 6-8 weeks to return.; 7. Stress fracture of femur or tibia: 6-12 weeks.

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ur format for Colorado the passion, skills and expertise that player; those already aware of the sport All phases of life can be enriched with one’s Tennis will be changing people bring to our operations. There is a and those who have no idea (yet) how involvement. in 2019. The publication common desire of those directly associated valuable and meaningful tennis can be We’ll have new and revised programs for O modification is part of the with USTA Colorado to listen and reach out to their lives. So many signs point to the people to experience in 2019. Encourage larger picture as we look to those involved in our sport — statewide, prosperity of our game and yet challenges any and all family members, friends, to both move our communications to a with the goal of enhancing what we do exist. And we’re looking to overcome those workmates and other acquaintances to more digital platform as well as enhance and how we do it. From our Board of challenges so that tennis remains relevant pick up a racquet and play. Each person’s our internal operation’s efficiencies. And Directors and our Committees, to our Staff and/or increases in its value to those in rationale as to “why” the game matters yet, even with the need to take advantage and the impressive group of Independent communities statewide. to them may be different, but this game of today’s technology — and importantly Contractors, everyone is committed to When we embarked on our review of can be a life-changing opportunity. And to reach out to new players whose lives strengthening our existing efforts and “WHY” we do what we do, two common tennis is one of the most accessible and revolve around that technology — we’re interested in developing new ways to reach themes surfaced — that of enhancing affordable options for folks to enjoy and still committed to providing a physical more people. We have been anything but the lives of individual/people AND benefit from what it has to offer. publication of Colorado Tennis. While stagnant over the years and yet even with strengthening communities — across I hope you take the time to read this smaller in size and fewer pages per issue, thoughtful change, we have focused on Colorado. The people involved in developing publication — the last one in this format Colorado Tennis will continue to provide maintaining good continuity overall with and executing the programs and services — from cover to cover. You’ll get a sense of our readers with valuable information as our programs and services. This has not provided by USTA Colorado are incredible. the breadth and scope of our operations — we look to keep those involved in our sport been an easy task — but those involved They care! You would know how much they you’ll learn more about the people involved connected. have been mindful of the importance of both care if you saw what I see virtually every in our sport — and you’ll get a glimpse While my message to those involved (change coupled with overall continuity). day. We’ll continue to do those things that of where we’re headed. While there are in Colorado tennis may take on a new We’re preparing for next year and the have a proven track record for success challenges to confront — there are all sorts form on a different platform, this is my three to five years that follow. In the midst (we have plenty of examples of those) of possibilities. These are exciting times! last article from The Big Chair in this of placing an ‘emphasis’ on certain aspects and we’ll also look to try new things — We’re glad you’re a part of them! version of Colorado Tennis. I’m going to to strengthen and build our foundation; we explore new ways of getting more people Best wishes. take this opportunity to highlight the work will also be true to all constituents that are engaged in a sport that changes lives. and effort of the many folks involved with involved or could be involved in our sport — Regardless of one’s background, skill set 3 USTA Colorado and the Colorado Youth the young and the more mature; the entry- or age, tennis can play a positive role in a Tennis Foundation. I have seen firsthand level participant and the high-performance person’s development — and enjoyment.

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dmittedly, the publication you are holding in Honey, I shrunk the tennis Extra: of molehills and mountains your hand is a bit of an anachronism. First This is the last tabloid version of CT. Beginning in 2019, In the October 2018 issue of 5280 Magazine, an article published more than 40 years ago, Colorado new issues will be similar in format to the Big Book of reading "Groundbreaking New Tennis Facility Set to Open A Tennis is a relic from a different era. Colorado Tennis, minus the flashy glossy cover (for a more in Denver” gave a snapshot of the soon-to-be-open Denver The first issue of High Bounce debuted exhaustive explanation, please see page 8). Tennis Park, a strategic collaboration between Denver in 1976. Billie Jean King had only recently defeated Bobby We will continue to print the Big Book, flash glossy cover Public Schools, the University of Denver and the not-for- Riggs in the Battle of the Sexes, professional tennis and all, and we will continue to deliver the news, HighFIVE, profit entity that will operate the tennis center. was entering a distinctly American phase, and tennis feature articles, etc to you every couple months. The new In the article, 5280 claimed that tennis was as popular in publications were popping up like dandelions in the spring. format debuts in advance of another major upgrade... Colorado as were the Oakland Raiders, and that compared Fast forward to 2018, and the entire publishing landscape to the new Denver Tennis Park, the rest of the facilities in has changed dramatically. Newspapers are in dire straits, as the state would look as basic as Pong, the Atari game that hundreds of daily publications have faded and disappeared launched the video game boom back in 1972. since 2000. Ultimately, the newspaper of the future may ...an all-new COLORADOTENNIS.com! That's right, get The reaction among members of the tennis community bear little resemblance to the newsprint edition familiar ready for a whole new online experience. was predictable, and swift. A number of tennis supporters to older readers. It may become a hybrid, part-print and and facilities reached out to USTA Colorado to voice their part-internet, or perhaps eventually, as has happened with Reform the Platform frustration with the article shortly after it appeared in print several newspapers, internet-only. Like freshly-baked-from-scratch chocolate chip cookies, and online, where it was featured on 5280's Facebook page. Tennis is also undergoing a transformation. The players the new website will be designed from the ground-up to After reading the story, we were profoundly disappointed who were inspired by BJK and grew up with tennis during deliver a distinctly Colorado experience. that the article missed the mark by such a wide margin. We the 70s tennis boom are, shall we say, "graying". There Several years ago, USTA Colorado joined the USTA had a lot of questions. are more USTA members older than 60 than there are content platform. The American Eagle system has worked, But after carefully exploring the myriad ways in which we under 40. While Colorado is an anomaly, across the inasmuch as it hasn't crashed repeatedly, but is really could respond, USTA Colorado has determined that the best country, USTA membership has been declining for several showing its age as the numerous sites that still reside course of action would be to communicate privately with years, as has league participation. As play declines, the there (including coloradotennis.com) aren't able to take certain entities and encourage their support to address number of tennis publications has also diminished. A advantage of recent technology, especially mobile devices. the errors and mischaracterizations in the article, lest we recent survey conducted by USTA Intermountain reveals About a year and a half ago, the USTA migrated to a new make a mountain out of a molehill. that only a handful of Sections continue to produce any platform, and is in the process of creating a monolithic, one- As readers, however, I encourage you to read the article type of publication, and of those, only a couple still print size-fits-all site for all Sections and Districts throughout for yourself. As a subscriber of Colorado Tennis — and an annual yearbook. Colorado is unique, and alone, in its the country. The Intermountain Section made the transition a member of the Colorado tennis community — you are endeavor. The bundle of paper you hold in your hands is earlier this year, and the expectation was that Districts likely already aware of how profoundly successful the sport evidence of that. would be able to convert in 2019. is here. That's certainly not to say that we should sit back Further evidence can be found in the amount of advertising After careful consideration, however, USTA Colorado and rest on our accomplishments. Rather, everyone here at support that Colorado Tennis enjoys. As newspapers and has decided to move in a different direction. By developing USTA Colorado sees this as a challenge to continue to build magazines across the spectrum shutter their doors due to our own online platform, we are moving in a more flexibile the next generation of players by working with providers financial distress, CT is solvent thanks to a very dedicated direction. Whereas the USTA.com site offers a constent (new, and old), facilities and dedicated tennis fans who staff and tremendous support from local businesses. look and feel for most of the nation, our goals are a bit want to share the blessings the sport has given to them Interestingly enough, Colorado has also bucked the different. with others. participation declines that have plagued other areas of the To begin with, USTA Colorado is approaching the country. While membership has held relatively steady, adult construction of a new website with three users/customers Thanks league participation continues to grow at a steady pace. in mind: players, facilities/providers, and parents. We I hate to mention this, since it makes me sound so very, The Denver metro area boasts the second-largest league are determined to create a user experience that will be very...very old, but this is the 100th issue of Colorado Tennis participation in the country (behind only Atlanta), and different from other sports' sites. By starting with these I've been privileged to edit and publish. It's been said that is gaining. While Denver's participation grows, Atlanta's three constituents in mind, we aim to utilize intuitive you should "choose a job you love and you'll never work shrinks. In 2008, Atlanta was twice as large as Denver. In navigation to make information easily available, as well as another day in your life." I must confess, I have never 2017, that lead had slipped to just a few thousand players. integrating features that will work on any device. looked at this publication and thought of it as a job. It's a So what does this mean for Colorado Tennis newspaper? Stay tuned for updates. labor of love (no pun intended), and I couldn't do it without the tremendous support from the USTA Colorado staff who share their thoughts, ideas and criticisms, all of which make the publication better. Thanks to Karen Engel, who has been a devoted member of the sales team, and Tom Fasano and Katie Newell who bring you such wonderful stories. Thanks to Executive Director Fritz Garger, who offered me this gig nearly 20 years ago, and thanks to all of the wonderful people in the Colorado tennis community who have supported us with advertising dollars. continue the conversation. Enjoy the rest of 2018, we look forward to seeing you with the 2019 Big Book of Colorado Tennis. Keep an eye open for our new format, which will hit your mailbox in April 2019. We hope you'll love it.

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KATE JAMES League Coordinator x208 [email protected] 2018 USTA COLORADO BOARD OF DIRECTORS DELEGATES AT-LARGE REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES SARYN MOONEY Ed Anderson (Thornton), Vice President Cliff Digby (Western Slope) League Coordinator Laurie Anderson (Greeley), Secretary Angela Finan (Boulder), President x206 [email protected] Susan Bolton (Denver) Dave Hill (Northern Colorado), Treasurer Gonzo Garcia (Boulder) Mike Humphrey (Southern Colorado) Brett Haberstick (Boulder) Kate Walker (Mountains) NICK TAYLOR John Martinez (Denver) League Coordinator Rachel Morley (Denver) SPECIAL CATEGORY MEMBERS x207 [email protected] George Tavarez (Castle Rock) Jon Messick (CTUA) Tom Van De Hey (Denver) Nora Harrison (Diversity) Community/Grassroots Tennis: Ron Steege (USPTA) KRISTY HARRIS John Suter (Hall of Fame) Community Development Director Bill Trubey (Wheelchair) x300 [email protected] photo by Kurt Desautels KRISTY JENKINS Community Youth & School Tennis Coordinator ABOUT USTA COLORADO x301 [email protected] Founded in 1955, USTA Colorado (the Colorado Tennis Association) is a district affiliate of the United States Tennis Association, and the governing body of tennis in Colorado. Its mission is to promote and develop the growth of tennis in Colorado, coordinating Competitive Tennis: recreational and competitive tennis opportunities for players of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. A not-for-profit organization, JASON COLTER USTA Colorado invests 100% of its resources into growing the game. Tournament Operations Director x205 [email protected] • We are 23,000 members strong, but our scope is not confined to those players alone. We represent the half-million tennis players in our state, providing information and opportunities to play for each and every one of them. Marketing/Diversity: • We provide grants to organizations that want to introduce tennis to their communities and we offer scholarships to junior players PAULA MCCLAIN who seek to take their game to the next level. Marketing & Diversity Director x220 [email protected] • We coordinate adult league play for 40,000 players across the state, and offer programs for junior players of all ages and abilities. • We sanction tournament play for 25,000 competitors of all ages and abilities. Publications: • We reach out to all players, including those of diverse cultural backgrounds, mentally and physically challenged athletes, and KURT DESAUTELS communities lacking resources. Diversity and Inclusion is a strategic priority for USTA Colorado and one of our core values. Creative & Communications Director x203 [email protected] We are in the parks. We are in recreation centers and in private clubs. We are in schools helping physical education teachers introduce our kids to a game that they can play for a lifetime, keeping them fit and healthy. Information Technology: We believe that fundamental tennis principles like sportsmanship, hard work and personal responsibility translate into every area GARY GOFF of life. Through tennis we are helping people realize their potential both on and off the court. Information Technology & Technical Support Director x303 [email protected] page 40 COLORADOTENNIS.com FALL/WINTER2018 AVAILABLE AT GAME-SET-MATCH, INC. TON CENTENNIAL • DENVER LITTLE CENTENNIAL • DENVER LITTLE

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