Midwest Tennis News
A publication of the Summer 2007 USTA/Midwest Section Volume 7 No. 1
What’s Inside • Free Tennis Events Around the Midwest • USTA Member Day Events & Exciting Membership News • Award Winners Honored • Training Opportunities & Tennis Resources • Junior, Adult, Senior & Wheelchair Player News • Foundation Update • Community Spotlight • Facility News and more . . . . . www.midwest.usta.com
Varnado’s Corner - Message from the President Table of Contents President’s Message 3 As we shake off the doldrums of an extended winter, long for a true spring, and yearn for the recreational joy of summer, let us promote tennis Training Opportunities 4 with more zeal than ever. There will be many tennis activities within our section Free Tennis Across Midwest 5 SF:PV%PJOH"MM:PV and your communities, which will provide many opportunities to appreciate the Professional Tennis 6 " many satisfying aspects of tennis. Foundation 7 May is again designated Tennis Month. Encourage your state and local $BOUP)FMQ:PVS$IJME governmental officials to issue proclamations announcing May as Tennis Award Winners 8 Month. To the extent you can obtain television, radio, or internet coverage Adult & Senior Players 10 "DIJFWF5IFJS%SFBNT highlighting your tennis activities, take advantage of it. Your local newspaper may be willing to run Membership & Marketing 12 your guest article about the many benefits offered by an activity so emblematic of a healthy living style. Your community tennis association website is a place for critical information about getting started Junior Players 14 in tennis for the newcomer. Wheelchair Tennis 16 USTA League and USTA Jr. Team Tennis are our leading membership-based programs, and Feature 17 both culminate with exciting national championships at many competitive levels. The camaraderie, skill, and memories forged by grinding team competition from the local to the national level make an Healthy Tennis 18 everlasting impression on the participants. I encourage you to be aggressive in forming new teams Facility News 20 particularly in areas where there has been little or no activity. Community Spotlight 21 If you are located near areas where Tennis Block Parties or Welcome Back Tennis Parties are being held, take advantage of these exciting events. There is nothing quite like getting the whole Resources 22 neighborhood involved in celebrating tennis. It is the sort of contagious activity that tennis lovers are all too anxious to share with others. The events are designed for those who have gotten away from the Advertising Rates game of tennis as well as those who have never left it. I encourage you to attend the professional tournaments in our section this summer, the Advertise in Midwest Tennis News and reach Indianapolis Tennis Championships in Indianapolis and the Western & Southern Financial Group approximately 75,000 tennis players and Masters in Cincinnati, where you can watch dazzling displays of tennis artistry from the professionals. families. For advertising rates, contact us at Membership Appreciation Days will be held during these tournaments with door prizes, souvenirs, and 317-577-5130 or via e-mail at john@midwest. refreshments. usta.com. I ask you to support the pro circuit events in your area. During these events, you can watch the rising stars of the future from some really great seats. You can analyze what separates the top tier Midwest Tennis News from the bottom tier. If you are a tournament player, you can hardly wait to be outside! Irrespective of your age, Midwest Tennis News is a publication produced this is the season around which your game is built and your schedules are centered. While tournament by the USTA/Midwest Section. Information in players are famous for maintaining their incredible focus, they must not lose their zest for fun. Midwest Tennis News may not be reproduced The National Championships in Kalamazoo will be celebrating its 65th anniversary. Some of without prior written permission from the our greatest players have participated in this championship. If you are in the area, check out this amazing Executive Director. Publisher: Mark Saunders; competition of our next generation of talented young players. The City of Kalamazoo and Kalamazoo Editor: Kathy Dalla Costa. College provide outstanding support for this treasured event, which we can only hope will last forever. USTA/Midwest Section Whether your venue of choice is a club or a public park, pick up a racquet, call a friend or 1310 East 96th Street, Suite 100 friends and head for the courts. If we are to dramatically increase our participation numbers, greater Indianapolis, IN 46240 use of public facilities is crucial. Certainly private facilities welcome growth opportunities, but they tend Phone: 317-577-5130, Fax: 317-577-5131 $BMM5PEBZ to fare better at avoiding idle courts than public facilities. We must nurture the partnership with the governmental entities to ensure the necessary funds exist to repair and replace tennis courts. This publication is mailed free of charge to all Finally, let us not forget to watch tennis events in the coming months: the French Open, Wim- USTA/Midwest Section, and whose membership bledon, the U.S. Open Series, the U.S. Open and the Tennis Channel. The new alliance between the Tennis is current as of April 1. Midwest Tennis News 8IBUJGZPVSGBNJMZDPVMECFJOWPMWFEJOBVOJRVFUFOOJTQSPHSBNEFTJHOFEUPIFMQGBNJMJFT Channel and DirecTV will bring tennis into more homes. Television contracts are based on the numbers of cannot be forwarded. Please notify the USTA viewers. Hence, positive numbers are needed to ensure better television contracts. regarding a change of address at 800-990-USTA MJLFZPVSTEFWFMPQBEFUBJMFESPBENBQGPSGVUVSFTVDDFTT BOEHVJEFZPVBMPOHUIFXBZ"O Thanks for supporting tennis! See you on the courts. (8782). 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37th Annual Tennis Head on Over to a Free Midwest Block Party Event May has again been designated Tennis Month across the United Interested in Coaching Beginners Teachers Conference States. USTA Block Party events will be held in communities around the country, including right here in the USTA/Midwest Section, to introduce and Mark your calendars for the 2007 USTA Tennis Teachers Conference or Teams? – Attend a RCW expose new and existing players to the health and social benefits of held August 25-28 at the Grand Hyatt New York in New York City. tennis. Invite your family and friends to one of the free events below, and get A Recreational Coach Workshop (RCW) is an interactive, on-court There are numerous benefits to attending the conference including: them hooked on the sport of a lifetime. training program designed for tennis teachers and coaches working with players at the recreational level. • Discount rates at the Grand Hyatt New York Some of the exciting on-court components which will be offered (availability is limited) at each USTA Block Party include: a Family Fun Zone, Tennis 101-Welcome Taught by a specially trained, certified teaching professional, this • Access to US Open tickets to Tennis, Demo Racquet Court, Beat the Pros, Team Tennis Challenge, and active 6-hour session covers: • Free transportation to and from the US Open Champions of the Court. • Teaching large groups • Welcome Reception sponsored by the USTA • The games-based approach to coaching • Exhibit Hall: the latest in tennis equipment, technology, While the majority of these free events will be scheduled during May, some • Running effective team practices books and more locations will host events in June. Following is a list of dates and locations for Last year’s USTA Block Party in Toledo was a smashing success • The Top 10 Games every coach should know • Continental breakfast each morning several events already scheduled: with the help of these volunteers. These workshops are an excellent primer for new coaches as well as a • Afternoon sessions at the USTA National Tennis Center on Sunday May 5 – Evansville, In. May 19 - Stow, Oh. May 19 - Dayton, Oh. June 2 - Waukegan, Il. valuable refresher course for those with teaching experience who seek • Saturday evening Awards Ceremony and Reception Oak Meadow Golf Course Herb LaTuchie Tennis Center Dayton Center Courts & Twin City Park more current methods and effective tools. Past attendees include: Begins at 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Tennis Academy 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. To join the Tennis Teachers Conference • Parents seeking the basics in coaching and organizing team 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. e-mail and mailing distribution list visit May 6 – West Bend, Wi. May 19 - La Crosse, Wi. June 3 - Indianapolis, In. tennis http://www.usta.com/feedback/tennisteachersconference. West Bend High School Forest Hills Courts, Valley May 20 - Brookfield, Wi. Barbara S. Wynne Tennis Center • Park and Recreation instructors, high school, and seasonal 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. View Athletic Club Brookfield Central High School 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. coaches (in case of rain) 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. • Coaches teaching kids and adults who are new to the game May 12 – Bowling Green, Oh. 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. June 9 - Oconomowoc, Wi. • Current players seeking part-time teaching jobs Bowling Green State University May 20 - Neenah, Wi. Fowler Park Tennis as a Career – Keefe Courts May 19 - Munster, In. Southview Park 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Sign up for one of the following workshops scheduled in the 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Community Park 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. USTA/Midwest Section today: - Professional Teaching Certifications 9:00 a.m. - Noon May 19 - Kalamazoo, Mi. May 26 - Cincinnati, Oh. Have you considered a professional career teaching tennis? WMU Sorenson Tennis Courts Queen City Racquet Club Perhaps you are interested but not sure how to make this career 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m. May 12 - Munster, In. June 2 - Springfield, Il. choice a reality? Well, we have the answers you need to help get 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 219-836-7275 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., 217-492-4450 you there. The United States Professional Tennis Association For more details regarding the events listed above, and additional parties not available at the time this publication was printed, May 19 - Gary, In. June 3 - Milwaukee, Wi. (USPTA) and Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) offer professional please visit www.midwest.usta.com. Also, check out www.tennismonth.com for the latest news around the country. 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., 219-886-7099 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 513-352-4022 certification classes. Certifications are available for individuals May 19 - Westlake, Oh. June 4 - Indianapolis, In. seeking to teach tennis full-time or part-time. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., 440-617-4418 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., 317-575-8803 Welcome Back to Tennis Parties May 20 - Burlington, Wi. June 9 - Madison, Wi. The USPTA is the world’s oldest and largest association of 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 262-763-0210 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 608-204-3034 tennis-teaching professionals. With more than 14,500 mem- – Free Tennis for New or Former Players June 1 - Akron, Oh. June 9 - Midland, Mi. bers worldwide, USPTA strives to raise the standards of the 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 330-928-8763 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., 989-631-6151 tennis profession while promoting participation and lifetime If you have never played tennis or used to play and just haven’t picked up a racquet in years, a Welcome Back to Tennis Party is for you! June 1 - Springfield, Oh. June 9 - Marshfield, Wi. enthusiasm for tennis. Visit www.uspta.org for information on There will be plenty of food, drinks, games and music to make these parties a smashing success. Here is a list of the 2007 events scheduled 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 937-328-7275 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., 715-486-2043 trainings offered in the USTA/Midwest Section. Or, feel free to in the Midwest: June 2 - Homewood, Il. June 14 - Cincinnati, Oh. contact the USPTA Midwest Division at [email protected]. 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 708-799-1323 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 513-352-4022 May 3 - Fremont, Oh. June 11 - Brighton, Mi. The PTR provides members with numerous benefits to assist Rodger Young Park, 419-334-5906, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. SELCRA, 810-299-4140, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. them in their career as a tennis teaching professional. With May 5 - Royal Oak, Mi. June 23 - Munster, In. Please note more workshops may be available, members in 123 countries, PTR’s mission is to educate, certify Ferndale High School, 248-808-0512, 9:00 a.m. to 12 Community Park, 219-836-7275, 9:00 a.m. to 12 and visit www.midwest.usta.com for a complete listing and service tennis teachers and coaches around the world in May 18 - Rockford, Il. June 23 - Brookfield, Wi. as well as changes to the above list. order to grow the game. Visit www.ptrtennis.org for information Guilford Tennis Center, 815-969-4069, 9:00 a.m. to 12 Writh Park, 414-840-4248, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on trainings offered in the USTA/Midwest Section. May 20 - Athens, Oh. Athens Community Center, 740-592-3325, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please note this list is subject to change, and the most up-to-date information is June 2 - Decatur, Il. available at www.midwest.usta.com. Pre-registration is preferred by contacting Fairview Tennis Complex, 217-422-8535, 9:00 a.m. to 12 the facility at the phone numbers listed below. Also, any questions on the parties June 10 - Marshfield, Wi. can be directed to the host facility. Boson Tennis Complex, 715-387-4908, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Summer 2007 Summer 2007 Professional Tennis Foundation www.midwest.usta.com US Open Series Enters its Fourth Year Meet Our Tim & Tom Gullikson Foundation Celebrates First - The Road to the US Open Returns to Indianapolis and Cincinnati Scholarship Recipients Anniversary in Building Beginning in mid-July each year, the US Open Series traces a path Congratulations to Hana Suckstorff and Casey Cullen for being across North America with 10 tournaments in 10 cities over six selected as recipients of the 2007 Tim & Tom Gullikson USTA/ weeks (July 16-August 25), leading to the grand finale – the US Midwest Section Scholarship. Open in New York. The men’s and women’s winners of the US Open Series play for double prize money at the US Open, adding extra Suckstorff of Troy, Michigan, has played incentive for the players and extra excitement for the fans. four years of varsity tennis for Troy High School. She was named to the All-State The USTA/Midwest Section is excited to announce Indianapolis Tennis team four consecutive years, was a and Cincinnati are again two of the cities making up the US Open member of the state championship tennis Series. The Indianapolis Tennis Championships are scheduled for team her freshman year, and received the July 23-29 while the Western & Southern Financial Group Masters Outstanding Senior Award for the varsity will be held from August 13-19. So, if you cannot catch the action team. The Midwest Youth Tennis & Education Foundation (MYTEF) celebrates in person in Indianapolis and Cincinnati, don’t forget to tune in for its first anniversary on June 12, 2007, at its current headquarters. The the live finals every Sunday afternoon per the television schedule Suckstorff was a member of the 2006 Southeastern Michigan MYTEF completed construction of an office building last summer in listed here. Junior Wightman Cup team. She finished the 2006 year ranked No. 8 in Southeastern Michigan and No. 55 in the USTA/Midwest which net proceeds from the lease of the building are channeled into With more than 200 hours of live television coverage, including live Section. Suckstorff plans to compete on the varsity tennis team the Foundation to achieve its mission: “To support youth by providing back-to-back men’s and women’s finals every Sunday afternoon, when she enrolls in college this fall. opportunities that develop life skills through tennis.” the US Open Series allows tennis fans to follow their favorite sport Established in 1992, the Midwest Youth Tennis & Education Founda- as never before. Every day throughout the summer the storylines Off the tennis court, Suckstorff is a member of the National tion is the charitable and philanthropic entity of the USTA/Midwest converge into unforgettable drama, creating a meaningful regular Honor Society, an AP Scholar, staff writer for the school newspa- Section. The building will serve as a perpetual source of revenue to season for the sport. per, and member of the school’s Book and Latin Clubs. Beyond the classroom, Suckstorff is active in her church’s youth group, assist junior tennis players throughout the USTA/Midwest Section for In addition to watching the US Open Series on television, tennis fans will also want to check out “The Greatest Road Trip in Sports” participates in other church activities, and is a violinist of a years to come. ad campaign which will capture the season-long nature of the Series and showcase the unique personalities of the game’s top players. symphony orchestra which has won national awards. In addition to revenue from the lease of the building, the Foundation The campaign is scheduled to launch during the finals of Wimbledon. To catch the latest information on the US Open Series, visit held an eBay auction and live auction in December 2006 to raise www.usopenseries.com. Cullen of Beverly Hills, Michigan, has competed all four years on his Seaholm money which will be used to provide financial assistance for rofessional ircuit High School varsity tennis team. He has disadvantaged youth that may not otherwise learn the game of USTA P C served as the team captain the past two tennis. During 2006, the MYTEF awarded approximately $90,000 in - Catch a Rising Star this Summer in the Midwest years, was voted the Most Valuable Player grants to players and programs. the past three years, and won the No. 1 This summer is your ticket The USTA Professional Circuit provides tournament competition for: Also, the MYTEF uses charitable contributions from individuals like singles state championship title. to watching some rising professional beginning their careers, professionals who previously you to provide financial assistance, and award college scholarships stars right here in the have broken into major tour ranks and are looking to return to the Cullen was a member of the 2006 Southeastern Michigan to individuals and grants to several players and worthwhile programs Midwest. Make plans to top, and top-ranked junior players. With more than 90 tournaments Junior Davis Cup team. He finished the 2006 year ranked No. 3 in each year. There are many ways you can “give the gift of tennis”: venture to one of the tennis hotbeds below, and catch some exciting throughout the country and prize money ranging from $10,000 to Southeastern Michigan and No. 3 in the USTA/Midwest Section. • General Contributions tennis throughout the USTA/Midwest Section: $75,000, the USTA Professional Circuit is the pathway to the US Cullen will play collegiate tennis at Western Michigan University Open and tour-level competition for aspiring tennis players and a • Matching Gifts July 2-9 – Men’s Challenger in Winnetka, Illinois this fall where he received a partial tennis scholarship. frequent battleground for established professionals. • Honorary & Memorial Gifts July 9-15 – Men’s Futures in Peoria, Illinois When not playing tennis and in the classroom, Cullen is a • Stock Gifts July 23-29 – Women’s in Evansville, Indiana More than 2,000 tournament players participate each year, and recipient of the President’s Academic All Honors. His volunteer • Bequests & Special Gifts July 23-29 – Men’s Futures in Godfrey, Illinois the international field of players represents approximately 100 service outside school and tennis includes assisting at a local • Sponsorship of Specific Programs July 30-August 5 – Men’s Futures in Decatur, Illinois countries. These players are vying for nearly $3 million in prize August 3-12 – Men’s Futures in Elm Grove, Wisconsin food bank where he packages and delivers food. money and valuable ATP and WTA Tour ranking points. For further information about any of these options, call the Midwest November 12-18 – Men’s Challenger in Champaign, Illinois Youth Tennis & Education Foundation at 317-577-5127. A special thank you is extended to everyone who has supported the Foundation If you’re already a tennis fan and/or player, consider taking a The Midwest’s own Todd Martin is a USTA Pro Circuit alumni. In Deadline over the years. We could not make an impact in the lives of our junior friend to one of the circuit tournaments to experience the sport for addition, James Blake, Maria Sharapova, Robby Ginepri, Justine The deadline to apply for the Tim & Tom Gullikson USTA/ players without your help. Feel free to stop at the MYTEF building a lifetime. The USTA Professional Circuit remains one of the most Henin, Andy Roddick and Amelie Mauresmo are among today’s top Midwest Section Scholarship is March 1, 2008. Applications on your next visit to Indianapolis. We have some great history on the effective means of creating excitement for the sport. Local tennis stars that began their careers on the USTA Professional Circuit. USTA/Midwest Section, and our Midwest Tennis Hall of Fame is now communities rally around these events, and they provide a great For more information on any of the tournaments listed above or the may be accessed via the USTA/Midwest Section website at displayed in the building. vehicle for generating new fans and recreational players. complete schedule, please visit www.procircuit.usta.com. www.midwest.usta.com/mytef in the fall.
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numerous sportsmanship awards for his Mathews competed last year on the USTA/ hosted a USTA Welcome Back to Tennis Party, and 2007 Midwest Award Winners Receive Accolades on-court conduct. He was also awarded the Midwest Section squad which participated at the conducted a tennis exhibition. Congratulations to the following USTA/Midwest Section individuals and organizations who were recently honored at the USTA/Midwest Chicago District Tennis Association’s 2006 Kevie USTA Girls’ 18 National Team Championships Organization of the Schwartz Memorial Award as the Junior Player and took third place. Her Michigan high school Year – Cleveland Section Spring Meeting Awards luncheon in Indianapolis, Indiana: of the Year. tennis accomplishments include: 2006 National Racquet Club, Stanley Malless Award Grand Traverse Resort and Spa to volunteering in Frank Dowling Award – King picked up a racquet at the age of two High School Tennis All-American recipient; three Pepper Pike, Ohio – Pam Hammond, Fond the local community and surrounding Northern Joyce Tessiatore, Arbor years, and won his first tournament at the age consecutive Michigan High School State Singles The USTA/Midwest Section Member Organization du Lac, Wisconsin Michigan areas. He was instrumental in the Vitae, Wisconsin of seven. Currently a high school freshman, titles from 2004-2006; 70-1 record over three of the Year Award is presented annually to a The Stanley Malless Award establishment of a local charity tournament The Frank Dowling Award King had a stellar year in 2006 with victories years competing in high school tennis from USTA member organization in the USTA/Midwest is presented to a volunteer which awards scholarships each year to high recognizes an individual who at the USTA National Spring Championships- 2004-2006; and First Team All-State selection Section in recognition of its service to the recognizing distinguished school seniors. Michalowski is a Director for the has displayed outstanding Easter Bowl, USTA/Midwest Section Junior Open from 2004-2006. tennis community, service to its members service in his or her district. Northern Michigan Tennis Association (NMTA). attributes as a tennis Championships, USTA National Opens, USTA/ Community Tennis through junior and adult programs, and its The award especially honors the individual who He was the NMTA Junior Davis Cup coach for official in the USTA/Midwest Section for at least Midwest Section Junior Closed Fall Champion- Association Award history of providing those services. has contributed to the development of tennis several years, and currently serves as the NMTA five years. ship, and USTA National Winter Championships. - Oconomowoc The Cleveland Racquet Club opened in 1970 to programs from the grass roots up for five years USTA Jr. Team Tennis District Coordinator. Tessiatore started her tennis officiating career In June 2006, King was selected to represent Community Tennis service a growing tennis community. The facility or more. Due in large part to his efforts in the local in 1999. She is currently Chairman of the the United States along with juniors from around Association annually hosts USTA sanctioned tournaments The Fond du Lac community has reaped the community, Michalowski is the recipient of the Wisconsin Tennis Association Officials Committee. the country in the European Junior Tennis Tour The USTA/Midwest for junior and adult players, serves as a site benefits of Hammond’s enthusiasm and love for following honors: Northern Michigan Tennis In this role Tessiatore trains officials to work in the Netherlands and France. He reached the Section Community Tennis Association of the Year for the Northeastern Ohio Player Development the sport of tennis. Hammond has played a key Association Volunteer of the Year, USTA/Midwest local, District, State and Intercollegiate Tennis quarterfinals at the BNP Paribas Cup in Paris, Award is presented to a CTA based on the follow- Competition Training Center, and hosts an role introducing area youth to the sport of tennis Section Jr. Team Tennis Organizer of the Year, Association (ITA) matches throughout Wisconsin. and was the finalist and doubles winner of the ing criteria: leadership, mission, strategic plan, invitational each summer and fall with a portion through schools, Ralleyball and USTA Jr. Team USPTA National Star Award, USPTA Michigan She is currently a USTA/Midwest Section Trainer 2006 Kampen Open international event in the organizational structure, program offerings and of the proceeds donated to charities. Tennis. She worked with the school district to Tennis Professional of the Year (two times), and Evaluator. Netherlands. services, volunteers, partnerships and special In servicing its members, the Cleveland bring tennis assemblies to 10 area elementary USTA/USPTA National Community Service Award. Tessiatore’s officiating has included such Helen Shockley Award recognition. Racquet Club displays a strong commitment to schools. Approximately 3,500 students have been Michalowski has introduced more juniors to venues as the NCAA Division I Regionals, NCAA – Shannon Mathews, The Oconomowoc Community Tennis Associa- junior and adult programming. Numerous adults exposed to tennis, and several of the elementary the sport of tennis through programs including Division III National Championships, Intercol- Birmingham, Michigan tion (OCTA) was formed in 2005. Its mission is to participate in the USTA League program, and schools now offer USTA School Tennis in their Ralleyball and USTA Jr. Team Tennis. He started legiate Tennis Association (ITA) Regional and The Helen Shockley Award promote and support the game of tennis within last year the club had 21 USTA League teams. In physical education curriculum. Also, Hammond a junior tennis fund which provides scholarships National Championships, Big 10 conference recognizes the outstanding the Oconomowoc community regardless of age, addition, interclub play and member social coordinates Ralleyball after school one day each to juniors who need assistance. He also encour- matches, junior International Tennis Federation 16 or 18-and-under age gender, cultural or socio-economic background, events are held for adults. week for several elementary school youth. aged his facility to provide court time for an tournaments, professional tournaments including division female player physical ability or skill level. The club also provides its juniors with Hammond started a USTA Jr. Team Tennis Alternative Education tennis program. the Cincinnati Western & Southern Financial from the USTA/Midwest Section for the The OCTA’s initial project involved fundraising plenty of opportunities for play, and programs program three years ago, and today nearly 360 Fred Burns Award – Group Masters and Pacific Life Open in Indian highest standards of tennis accomplishments, to rebuild the community’s tennis courts. The are available accommodating the youngest youth are enjoying the opportunity to play with Scott Cooper, Wells, and various Wisconsin junior and adult character, conduct, sportsmanship, appearance OCTA raised $450,000 in cooperation with beginners to ranked tournament players. In their friends, have fun, and experience the sport Bargersville, Indiana tournaments. and amateurism. other local organizations, and the Oconomowoc addition, family nights and Cardio Tennis have as part of a team. The participation in USTA Jr. The Fred Burns Award In addition to officiating and teaching umpire At the USTA/Midwest Section level, Mathews Community Tennis Complex was dedicated in been implemented at the club. In an effort to Team Tennis is starting to show success at the recognizes the journalist, training classes, Tessiatore is a Professional finished the 2006 year ranked No. 3 in the Girls’ September 2006. The Oconomowoc Park and reach out into the community, the Cleveland high school level. sportscaster, newspaper, Tennis Registry (PTR) trainer. She has provided 18 rankings. She was also ranked in the top 25 Recreation Department was presented the 2006 Racquet Club offers its courts during the fall The Fond du Lac Tennis Association (FTA) radio, or television station, free tennis instructor’s workshops, coached high last year in the USTA Girls’ 18 rankings. Wisconsin Park and Recreation Association Park and spring to local high school teams and area has also reaped the benefits of Hammond’s which has contributed the most toward school girls’ tennis, and introduced tennis in the Mathews’s accomplishments on the court Design Award in recognition of the new courts. colleges. involvement. She assisted the FTA in raising promoting tennis on the local, district or schools. She started the Lakeland Area Special include two straight titles at the USTA/Midwest Currently, the OCTA working with the By virtue of being selected the USTA/Midwest funds to plant trees around the high school sectional level. Olympics team in Wisconsin. Section Junior Closed Outdoor Championship. In Oconomowoc Park Recreation and Forestry Section Member Organization of the Year, the courts to act as wind barriers. There are other Cooper launched Indianapolis Tennis, a Wallace R. Holzman, Sr. 2006 she won the Girls’ 18 singles title, and in Department, offers adult tennis programs, Cleveland Racquet Club also represented the projects the FTA has planned for 2007 to further quarterly magazine in 2006 which includes a Award – Evan King, 2005 claimed the Girls’ 16 singles and Girls’ 16 provides special needs tennis programs, offers USTA/Midwest Section as the 2007 nominee tennis participation. wide spectrum of tennis coverage throughout Chicago, Illinois doubles crowns. Also, in 2006 Mathews won the USPTA recreational tennis lessons, and conducts for the USTA Member Organization of the Year Cap Leighton Award – the area. The magazine covers the local tennis The Wallace R. Holzman, USTA/Midwest Section March Designated Series a junior competitive program. In addition, dur- award. Christopher Michalowski, clubs, provides coverage for the USTA League Sr., Award recognizes the title and reached the semifinals of the USTA ing the past year the OCTA held a USTA School Acme, Michigan program, highlights high school and college outstanding 16 or 18-and- National Spring Championships-Easter Bowl. Tennis In-Service for the entire school district, The Cap Leighton Award tennis action, features articles on the RCA under age division male recognizes the tennis Championships, and contains tips from local player from the USTA/Midwest Section for the teaching professional who teaching professionals. highest standards of tennis accomplishments, Submit Fall Award Nominations contributes to tennis in his or Through the magazine Cooper has found an character, conduct, sportsmanship, appearance The USTA/Midwest Section is seeking nominations for its fall awards to be presented at the 2007 USTA/Midwest Section Annual Meeting in December. Anyone may her community beyond his livelihood. This person exciting way to publicize tennis and tennis-re- and amateurism. submit a nomination for either the Mel Bergman Award or Family of the Year Award. gives freely in promoting involvement in tennis lated activities in the surrounding Indianapolis King has been a rising Midwest junior tennis Mel Bergman Award - The USTA/Midwest Section’s most prestigious award, The Mel Bergman Award, is given in recognition of continuous and for players of all levels and ages, and assists in area, help promote the lifetime benefits of tennis, player, and finished the 2006 year ranked No. 1 distinguished service to the USTA/Midwest Section in an unselfish, dedicated manner for ten years or more. Mel Bergman, an extremely dedicated developing tennis programs and participation in assist in introducing new players to the game, in the USTA/Midwest Section Boys’ 16 rankings. volunteer, was a President of the USTA/Midwest Section who served on the USTA Executive Committee. these programs. bring back former tennis players, and help grow He also concluded the year with a No. 7 Family of the Year Award - This award is presented to the family in the USTA/Midwest Section that has contributed the most toward tennis through the years. The family members are all involved in tennis serving their local area or district in promoting and perpetuating the development of tennis on all levels. Michalowski has devoted much of his time this lifetime sport. ranking in the USTA Boys’ 16 rankings. In when not working as a tennis professional at the addition to his rankings, King has received Please note the deadline for nominations received at the USTA/Midwest Section office is September 28. Visit www.midwest.usta.com for a description of the awards as well as nomination forms.
Summer 2007 Summer 2007 Adult & Senior Players Adult & Senior Players www.midwest.usta.com New Tri-Level League Hits Midwest USTA Intersectional Midwest Clay Court Championships The USTA/Midwest Section is excited to announce the Tri-Level This new league offers flexibility as well as a requirement of only ompetition eeds ou League, a new USTA League Division in which players may six participants per team. The Tri-Level League will be a non- C N Y The USTA/Midwest Section will be sending two teams to Headquarters Change compete during 2007! The Tri-Level League is a recreational league progressive program which means there are no district, state or participate in the 2007 USTA National Intersectional Team with three doubles positions per match played at three straight NTRP section championships at the conclusion of the local league season. Championship events for both men and women. How would levels so friends can play together on one team while also competing These leagues are so flexible that scheduling can be adjusted to Attention tournament players: The headquarters for you like to be part of a team of players from throughout the within their level. accommodate court availability, player’s time restraints and other the USTA/Midwest Section Clay Court Championships Midwest, and compete against the other 16 USTA Section unforeseen circumstances. scheduled from May 31-June 3 has been relocated to Associations from all parts of the United States? USTA/ Here is a quick example how the program can work for your friends Carmel Racquet Club in Carmel, In. This upcoming and you: One doubles team (same gender) of 2.5, one doubles team To find out when the Tri-Level League is hitting your community, Midwest Section endorsement is required. of 3.0 and one doubles team of 3.5 amounts to one Tri-Level team please contact the appropriate District USTA League Coordinator tournament is a USTA Category 2 Championship. If you would like to apply to represent the USTA/Midwest Section who plays against an opposing team of the same levels. (This would listed below. For further information on this championship event, also work for singles leagues.) at the USTA National Intersectional Team Championships, an entry form is available by contacting Diane Ansay, please access the online searchable schedule available at USTA/Midwest Section Director of Adult and Senior Tennis, www.midwest.usta.com. re ou eady for eague lay this ear – Check the Deadlines to Sign Up at 317-577-5130 ext. 229 or via e-mail at diane@midwest. A Y R USTA L P Y ? usta.com. The deadline to request an entry form is August 1. How many USTA League teams are you playing on this year? If you haven’t signed up yet, be sure to check the registration deadlines for the divisions offered in your District below so you don’t miss out on any of the fun. Whether you decide to participate in the Tri-Level League USTA League Captains – Win a Trip to the 2007 US Open Division highlighted above, or any of the other USTA League Divisions offered in your District How would you like to win a trip for two to the 2007 US Open Final Weekend from September 8-9 in New York? The USTA/Midwest Section is below, sign up today. excited to announce a new incentive plan which only USTA/Midwest Section League Captains may enter and win. The trip includes airfare for two, meal stipends, hotel accommodations, transportation to and from the hotel to the US Open, tour of the US Open grounds, and two Our USTA/Midwest Section District USTA League Coordinators are ready to help you find tickets to see the women’s and men’s finals on September 8 and 9. the right USTA League program and get you onto the courts. So, if you find a division you want to play, but are looking for a team, contact your league coordinator. Also, the league So, how can you enter for a chance to win? It’s so easy – just have two new players join the USTA and sign up for your 2007 USTA League coordinators can answer questions regarding ratings, rules, etc. team. Or, have two former players renew their membership and sign up for your 2007 team. Visit www.midwest.usta.com/leagues and select 2007 District USTA League Coordinators and USTA/ the Captains Page link to access the official form which you complete and submit to our office by August 1. Midwest Section league staff. So, encourage your friends, relatives and co-workers to play on your USTA League team this year. Good luck to all our captains, and check Chicago – Nancy Williford Central Indiana - Sue Harris Northeastern Ohio - Dale Hartwig 630-778-7131, [email protected] 317-844-6105, [email protected] 330-677-5219, [email protected] out our website in late August where we will post our lucky winner. Adult and Senior – July 21 Adult, Senior, Mixed Doubles, Super Senior and Adult, Senior, Mixed Doubles and Mixed Doubles and Tri-Level – August 26 Senior Mixed Doubles – July 1 Super Senior – June 30 Super Senior, Combo Doubles and Senior Combo Doubles, Senior Mixed Doubles Mixed Doubles – December 15 Northeastern Michigan - Andrea Petersen and Tri-Level - TBA Give Us Your 248-625-6919, [email protected] 2007 Midwest League Championship Dates Middle Illinois - Debby Garzonio Adult and Senior – July 5 Northwestern Ohio - Sheryl Birch (Interim) Feedback and You May 309-661-2742, [email protected] Mixed Doubles – August 6 419-842-1269, [email protected] State – Adult and Senior Divisions Visit www.midwest.usta.com leagues Adult and Senior – July 15 Senior Mixed Doubles – December 15 Mixed Doubles – March 4 August 10-12, Bloomington, Ft. Wayne, and select the 2007 Championships link Mixed Doubles and Tri-Level – August 15 Adult and Senior – July 20 Ann Arbor, Cincinnati and Madison for further details on State, Midwest and Be a Lucky Winner Super Senior, Combo Doubles and Senior Northern Michigan - Peggy Bushy Combo Doubles – December 12 National Championships. Mixed Doubles – December 15 231-943-4636, [email protected] Senior Mixed Doubles – December 15 – Complete Our Midwest Adult – May 15 Super Senior and Tri-Level - TBA Section – Adult Divisions Northern Illinois - Arnie Villagomez Senior – July 11 August 17-19, Indianapolis Website & Publication Survey 708-647-8577, [email protected] Mixed Doubles – August 15 Ohio Valley - Joyce Engle Adult and Senior – July 15 Combo Doubles and Tri-Level - TBA 937-399-5064, [email protected] Section – Senior Divisions USTA/Midwest Section members: In order Mixed Doubles, Super Senior, Combo Doubles Adult, Senior and Mixed Doubles – June 30 August 24-26, Indianapolis and Senior Mixed Doubles – August 19 Southeastern Michigan - Deb Thallman Super Senior, Combo Doubles and Senior to serve you better, please take a few Tri-Level – TBA 734-421-6404, [email protected] Mixed Doubles – December 15 minutes to complete an online survey at Deadlines vary by level and program – Tri-Level - TBA State – Mixed Doubles Divisions Southern Illinois - Bernie Bryant contact District League Coordinator September 15, Indianapolis and Toledo www.midwest.usta.com regarding our 618-548-1790, [email protected] Wisconsin - Nancy Massart September 15-16, Aurora publications and website. Everyone who Adult, Combo Doubles and Tri-Level – July 30 Western Michigan - Bonnie Thomas 262-250-1020, [email protected] completes the survey by June 15 will 269-873-4860, [email protected] Adult, Senior and Mixed Doubles – July 7 September 16, Kalamazoo Northern Indiana - Jan Orban Mixed Doubles – May 15 Super Senior, Combo Doubles, Senior Mixed Doubles September 8-9, Milwaukee be entered in a drawing for one of the 574-551-0121, [email protected] Adult and Senior – July 1 and Tri-Level – December 15 following prizes: Indianapolis Tennis Mixed Doubles – May 15 Super Senior – August 1 Section – Mixed Doubles Divisions Championships tickets, tennis racquet Adult and Senior – July 18 Combo Doubles – September 1 Combo Doubles and Tri-Level – TBA Senior Mixed Doubles and Tri-Level – November 1 September 28-30, Indianapolis and apparel.
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2007 College Night Coaches Commission Corner – New Junior Column Parents and players - learn about what it takes to play college College Night: Michael Hunt, Division I, Western Illinois University; The Midwest Coaches Commission will sport a regular column in upcoming issues of this magazine, serving as a source of tennis. Join us on June 23 from 7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Barbara Hayden Schilling, Division III, College of Wooster; Dan Moster, education and communication for you - junior players, parents and coaches. In 2004, the USTA developed Section Coaches Wynne Tennis Center at North Central High School in Indianapolis, Indiana Tech University (NAIA); and Ron Albers, NJCAA, Vincennes Commissions to assist in creating the best supplemental training and competitive environment for players and coaches. The In. This year’s event will include NCAA, NAIA and NJCAA coaches University. Midwest Coaches Commission has addressed two major areas in our section: training opportunities and education. to answer questions and talk about college tennis, requirements, Also, tables will be set up to showcase college information from scholarship information, etc. Many of you have read our 2007 USTA/Midwest Section Junior Guidebook. This publication was compiled to educate junior colleges around the country. In addition to providing juniors Each year during the USTA/Midwest Section Closed Boys’ and Girls’ information about playing collegiate tennis, this year’s College Night players, parents and coaches in all phases of junior tennis. Copies are still available, and may be obtained from the USTA/ 16 and 18 Junior Championships in Indianapolis, In., the College will also discuss the opportunity for choosing tennis as a career. Midwest Section website at www.midwest.usta.com. Night program is held on the first Saturday of the tournament. The We conduct many training opportunities for our players each year. Events we have already hosted this year include: Midland Girls College Night is open to the public. “The 2007 College Night sports a great lineup of speakers to provide students and parents key information regarding playing collegiate Camp in Michigan (first in the country for 8 and 9 year old players), Spring Camp for 12-and-under division players in the USTA A panel of college coaches from various schools will give important tennis and opportunities to work in the field of tennis,” stated USTA/ National Spring Championships, and a camp for players in the USTA/Midwest Section 10-and-under Invitational. From these information, and a Q & A session will follow the presentations. This Midwest Section Collegiate Coordinator Steve Wise. camps we have selected teams to represent the Midwest in events in Kentucky, Ohio and Texas. provides students and parents a head start in their college search, and answers some very important questions for the college athlete. For more information on the 2007 College Night, please contact The following group of committed and knowledgeable coaches serve on the Midwest Coaches Commission: Mark Bey, Jim Elwing, The following coaches and representatives will speak at the 2007 Steve Wise at [email protected]. Ernie Katko, Chuck Kuhle, Paul MacDonald, Lynn Nabors-McNally, Bryan Nibert, Gilbert Rincon, Katie Schlukebir-Schock and Rick Vetter. Please send any topics you want us to consider addressing in the next column to [email protected]. Then, check idwest unior xcellence amp US Military Base and NJTL Players out our column in the next issue of Midwest Tennis News. M J E C this October – Participate in the Arthur Ashe Essay Contest Mark Faber To help commemorate the legacy of humanitarian and tennis great Chairman, Midwest Coaches Commission Arthur Ashe, USTA/NJTL and US Military Bases sponsor an annual essay contest – open only to USTA/NJTL participants and US Military Base players – asking entrants to answer, in 300 words or less, “Why is Arthur Ashe a legend?” Tennis Program for 10-and-Under Sweeping Midwest – Are You Playing on a Team? Players at the 2006 Midwest Junior Excellence Camp Each child who signs up for the program in and playing opportunities. Burr Ridge is one Winners will receive an all-expense paid trip to New York to be the preceding communities receives: of a few communities testing it this spring/ The USTA/Midwest Section Diversity Committee Junior Excellence guests at 2007 Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day this August, go to a Camp heads back to the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, In., • racquet summer. Children age 8-and-under will play professional sporting event, check out a Broadway show, take a • uniform on 36-foot courts while those age 10-and- from October 5-7. Players attending this camp are between the ages boat tour around New York City and receive an award at a luncheon of 11 and 18 years, must have at least a District ranking, and partic- • USTA membership under will play on 60-foot courts. The smaller in their honor. Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day is a day-long festival of • Jr. Tennis workbook court enables children to develop strokes ipate on their school teams and/or in USTA tournaments. Youth from kids’ tennis activities that includes interactive games, musical across the Midwest will attend the weekend camp which includes a • SMASH Magazine and strategy, and physically cover the court entertainment and free clinics. It will be a weekend to remember! distance. tour of the campus, tennis drills and educational information, team This 10-and-under program is all about Kids and instructors in Burr Ridge having fun on competitions, and social activities. If you’re between the ages of 10 and 18 and play tennis at an kids having fun, playing with friends, and In addition to the 15 communities offering active NJTL Chapter or US Military Base, visit www.midwest.usta. the court with modified equipment Further information regarding the camp will be posted at www. getting some great exercise. The program the USTA Jr. Team Tennis 10-and-under com and select the Junior Tennis navigation to access an essay form. Have you heard the latest tennis buzz? The will include team practices and match play. program this summer, USTA Jr. Team Tennis midwest.usta.com in late summer. Juniors interested in attending Completed essays and applications are due on July 10 which is also the fall camp should contact Kirk Ito, USTA/Midwest Section USTA/Midwest Section is working with 15 Associations are also being formed. These Arthur Ashe’s birthday. communities this year to implement a USTA Burr Ridge is one community where associations will consist of key community Diversity Coordinator, at 317-577-5130 ext. 225 or via e-mail at the USTA Jr. Team Tennis program is [email protected]. Jr. Team Tennis program targeted at the 10- volunteers managing the program. The and-under age group. If you are a junior 10 exploding in player participation and associations are currently seeking volunteer years of age and younger, and reside in the volunteer involvement. The program already coaches, parents, tennis enthusiasts, and Youth Scholarships following communities, you will have a blast has 95 eager kids signed up and ready to other interested individuals. Encourage your playing USTA Jr. Team Tennis: hit the local courts this spring. In addition parents to get involved and volunteer today. Our Star Search Scholarship, designed to provide youngsters with an opportunity to participate in winter tennis programs by to offering the program, Burr Ridge is using removing the financial barriers associated with indoor lesson costs, is funded through the Midwest Youth Tennis & Education Foundation. Ada, Oh. Elkhart, In. appropriately sized equipment for its juniors If you are a child eager to participate in This is a matching scholarship program between the USTA/Midwest Section and an indoor facility. Akron, Oh. Lansing, Mi. so they learn and play tennis at their pace. one of the 15 communities this summer, or Bloomington- Marietta, Oh. Junior players interested in applying for this 2007 scholarship must contact the facility in which they are interested in an organization interested in bringing this Normal, Il. Midland, Mi. The USTA is partnering with several participating, and the facility must agree to match the scholarship amount awarded by the USTA/Midwest Section prior to submitting an Brookfield, Wi. Oconomowoc, Wi. program to your community next year, please application. Brownsburg, In. Rockford, Il. organizations in a new 36’/60’ Initiative contact Chad Docktor at the USTA/Midwest The deadline to apply for a scholarship is October 5. Applications are available by visiting www.midwest.usta.com and selecting Burr Ridge, Il. Sandusky, Oh. which involves age appropriate equipment Section office at 317-577-5130 ext. 231 or Crown Point, In. Watertown, Wi. the Grants/Scholarships navigation. (racquets, balls and court size), training via e-mail at [email protected].
Summer 2007 14 15 Summer 2007 Wheelchair Tennis Feature www.midwest.usta.com Wheelchair Tennis on the Move in the Midwest USTA Boys’ 18 and 16 National Championships June 19 in Milwaukee, Wi: Wheelchair Celebrates 65 Years in Kalamazoo tennis exhibition and demo to be put on at the VA National Games with over 550 This year marks the would learn and there was no time for further discussion. I did an about Vets participating in their national games. 65th USTA Boys’ face and walked out of his office.” Anderson learned very well over the 18 and 16 National course of three decades. Wheelchair tennis will potentially be added as an event at future VA Games. Championships held at Kalamazoo College. ”The community plays a key role helping Kalamazoo College host July 27-29 – Zeeland, Mi.: The Midwest Far from retirement as the tournament,” stated Corwin. More than 800 people serve on Wheelchair Championships attracts players the 65th tournament about 50 tournament committees. Many other individuals support the Juniors and adults recently gathered in Indianapolis for a wheelchair clinic with two-time from a number of states around the takes place from Au- tournament by donating goods and services. Other people give US Paralympian Karin Korb. country. This prize money tournament is ITF/ Early days at the USTA National Championships gust 3-12, this event generously to underwrite more than 75% of its expenses. All of this The demand for wheelchair tennis camps, Check out some of the upcoming clinics and USTA sanctioned. still draws many of the future top male players in the United States volunteering results in an estimated 18,000 man-hours of enthusiastic clinics and tournaments continues to in- tournaments throughout the USTA/Midwest – approximately 400 each year. Former Midwest juniors Rajeev Ram labor each year. It is no wonder those associated with the Champion- A wheel- crease across the USTA/Midwest Section. Section: August 17-19 – Cincinnati, Oh.: (won 16 singles title in 2000), Scott Oudsema, Spencer Vegosen, Matt ships feel proud of the result of their efforts. Word is spreading about opportunities chair tennis camp led by some of the most Bruch and Tim Smyczek competed in Kalamazoo. The Midwest’s own In addition to the championship, an annual event during the week is wheelchair tennis provides persons with May 5 - Ft. Wayne, In.: Event designed to experienced wheelchair coaches will be held Todd Martin and Murphy Jensen as well as former legends Arthur Ashe, an exhibition match held one evening. The exhibition match excites disabilities to share in activities with their help start a program for Turnstone Rehab in for juniors and adults of all skill levels. Stan Smith, Jimmy Connors, Rod Laver, John McEnroe, Andre Agassi both the participants and the community, generating large crowds and peers and family, whether able-bodied or Ft. Wayne. Junior Noah Yablong will assist October 19-21 – Middletown, Oh.: USTA/ and Pete Sampras also played in the championships. regional attention. “Bringing some of the top world players to compete disabled. with this clinic, as well as other players from Midwest Section USTA Wheelchair Team Michigan to help lead drills and instruction It started with just four asphalt tennis courts. in singles and doubles action, the exhibition serves as entertainment Championships features some of the best Some of the top wheelchair players around for new players, coaches and volunteers. The USTA Boys’ 18 and 16 National Champion- for fans, a way to promote the championships, and also a source of junior and adult players from the USTA/ the country are from the USTA/Midwest ships were brought to Kalamazoo College in funding for the tournament,” commented Corwin. Section including juniors Noah Yablong of Ft. June 8-10 - Muncie, In.: New tournament Midwest Section competing for the team 1943, in large part through the efforts of the late Kalamazoo College and the tennis facility are well-known across Wayne, In., and Emmy Kaiser of Ft. Mitchell, this year with prize money, entry gifts, etc. cup title. This is the only wheelchair team Dr. Allen B. Stowe. For the first three years, the the country. The personnel have provided leadership to all levels of Ky. Kaiser is part of the team heading to the This is a great warm up tournament for play- tennis event held in the United States. Tournament was played on asphalt courts where tennis - local, district, section and national. Former tournament 2007 World Team Cup from June 11-17 in ers to compete, and a lot of matches will be Are you a player looking for a program in the Anderson Athletic Center now stands. The directors Stowe and Anderson both served as USTA/Midwest Section Stockholm, Sweden. played during the weekend. your community? Or, are you interested Late Dr. Allen community rallied in 1946 to raise $50,000 and (formerly Western Tennis Association) Presidents. Current tournament B. Stow On the adult side, Curt Bender of Zeeland, June 18-20 in Madison, Wi.: Wheelchair in teaching wheelchair tennis or starting build the current Stowe Stadium. Over the years, director Timon Corwin carries on the tennis tradition and holds key Mi., and Dan Bolhouse of Caledonia, Mi., are tennis camp for juniors being offered at the a program? For more information, please additional revenue has resulted in more tennis courts, and brought positions in the USTA having recently been named the USTA Senior highly ranked in men’s singles, and Hope University of Wisconsin. A new wheelchair contact Kirk Ito, USTA/Midwest Section newer surfaces, lights, canopied bleachers, and expansions to Director for Junior and Collegiate Competition. David Markin has served Lewellen from Palos Park, Il., is near the top tennis program is being started there. Diversity Coordinator, at 317-577-5130 ext. where the four asphalt courts once stood. More than 75,000 tennis as the Official Referee of the tournament since 1976. Markin served as on the women’s side. 225 or via e-mail at [email protected]. enthusiasts watch tomorrow’s stars during the nine day tournament USTA President in 1989 and 1990. each year. Yes, some things have In the years the tournament has called Kalamazoo home, only three changed at Kalamazoo directors have held the distinctive tournament director position. College, and those first four Give Us Your Feedback and You May Be a Lucky Winner Dr. Stowe served as director for 16 years until his untimely death in asphalt courts are now a – Complete Our Midwest Website & Publication Survey 1957. Rolla Anderson succeeded him and held the position until 1994, memory. But as the National when current tournament director Timon Corwin took the helm. The USTA/Midwest Section members: In order to serve you better, please take a few minutes to complete an online Championships celebrate community honored the late Dr. Stowe by naming the stadium after survey at www.midwest.usta.com regarding our publications and website. Everyone who completes its 65th anniversary, the him, and each year a tournament player is awarded a sportsmanship Rolla Anderson and Timon Corwin tournament maintains the the survey by June 15 will be entered in a drawing for one of the following prizes: plaque bearing his name. same energy and enthusiasm of its teenaged players, and no one Indianapolis Tennis Championships tickets, tennis racquet and apparel. Anderson recalls his appointment as the second tournament director. is even thinking about retirement. “I met with the late Dr. Weimer Hicks (then President of Kalamazoo (A special thank you to the tournament staff who contributed information and College) following the unfortunate death of Dr. Stowe, and he informed photos for this article. For more information on the 2007 tournament, visit me I was the next tournament director. Although I didn’t play tennis www.ustaboys.com.) Free E-mail Newsletter or have any idea how the USTA operates its tournaments, he told me I In addition to visiting our website, are you interested in receiving tennis news delivered to your fingertips? The USTA/Midwest Section provides a free e-mail newsletter two times per month to individuals and facilities interested in the latest tennis news around the Midwest. If you aren’t currently subscribed (must be at least 18 years of age), check out www.midwest.usta.com and select our Newsletter Signup button. 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The other end of stabilizing the joint. Figure 1 We Specialize in... the clavicle is attached to an outcropping of The most common cause of shoulder injury is We get you back in the game. the shoulder blade known as the acromion. This joint is called the repetitive overuse. Overuse can be the result of too acromioclavicular joint (AC joint). The shoulder blade is attached to much play in a short time interval, too long of a Whatever your game may be. Warm Welcomes the rib-cage and spine by several muscles. The shoulder blade is a season, or poor stroke mechanics. Acute injuries rotating platform which moves along the chest wall to help position caused by a single traumatic event are far less Whether you play in the Super Bowl or the game the shoulder joint and the rest of the arm. The glenohumeral joint common. Repetitive overuse interacts with other of life, turn to the nationally acclaimed physicians, is a modified ball and socket joint which is the connection between factors such as age, general fitness, and genetics therapists and athletic trainers at Methodist Sports the humerus (upper arm bone) and the glenoid (socket portion of to produce a range of injuries. The cycle of repeated Medicine Center, the orthopedic specialists. the shoulder blade). The articulating surfaces of the humerus and trauma can lead to a vicious cycle which ultimately Figure 3 glenoid are covered with cartilage which provides for smooth, low can lead to soft tissue injury of the muscles, Official team physicians of the Indianapolis Colts. friction movement of the joint. A small amount of fluid in the joint tendons, and ligaments (see figure 3). And you. further lubricates the surfaces. Tennis is a relatively safe and healthy sport that can be The shoulder joint is stabilized in two played by all age groups. 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Summer 2007 18 19 Summer 2007 Midwest Facility News Community Spotlight www.midwest.usta.com
The USTA/Midwest Section is excited to highlight some of our USTA Member Organizations – Community Tennis Associations, Park and Recreations, clubs, Success Stories in the Field etc., who are working hard to promote and develop the growth of tennis in their communities. Although your community might not be featured in this Our USTA/Midwest Section Tennis Service Representatives have been collaborating with Park and Recreation facilities, clubs, Community publication issue, check back in our next issue for another community spotlight focus. Let us know what your organization is doing to promote the sport Tennis Associations, schools and other organizations throughout the Midwest to grow tennis. In the next few issues of Midwest Tennis News, for a lifetime and bring more people into the game. E-mail us at [email protected] with the details. we’ll look at some examples of how the Tennis Service Representatives are working with organizations in their geographic area to grow the sport of a lifetime. Small Town Offers Community Efforts Result Wisconsin Tennis Service Representative - Erika Wentz Ohio Tennis Service Representative - Jim Amick Wisconsin Tennis Service Representative Erika Wentz has worked Ohio Tennis Service Representative Jim Amick collaborated with Tennis for All Ages in New Tennis Facility closely with the Wisconsin Rapids ‘Friends of Tennis’ Community the Akron City Parks, Stow Parks and Copley Parks to target junior Marion, Indiana, a town of under In March 2007, years of hard Tennis Association to reach junior, adult and senior tennis players. players and diverse populations via the establishment of the Greater 28,000 people, located about 60 work by the Alpena Tennis As- This CTA was recently developed to improve area tennis facilities, Akron USTA Jr. Team Tennis Association. miles north of Indianapolis is sociation and tennis enthusiasts support local programs, and increase opportunities to play tennis The USTA/Midwest Section chose the Akron area as a 2007 pilot a Tennis Town! They have held in the Alpena area paid off with at all levels and age levels. The CTA currently has one committee city for the new 10 and under USTA Jr. Team Tennis program. Seven summer leagues since the mid the grand opening and dedication 1980’s, with players ranging of the Thunder Bay Recreation for strategic planning with eight female members. Working with the meetings have occurred regarding this new initiative, and more Ribbon cutting ceremony in Alpena school district, receiving donations, and conducting annual events, than 15 tennis enthusiasts have joined together to help with the Grant County kids at Midwest from age 7-70, and teams and Center. Community efforts and a the CTA is raising money to upgrade many of the court complexes new program’s success. Team Tennis Championships competition available at every USTA grant for facility development resulted in the new four court around the Wisconsin Rapids area. In addition to offering the new program, the Greater Akron USTA level (no matter the age or skill level). Last summer the league tennis facility which includes two indoor courts. They conduct an annual tournament, offer an evening league Jr. Team Tennis Association is now off the ground. The newly formed boasted 115 players. At the end of the summer, there is a year-end The courts are operated on an honor system with a simple sign which has approximately 80 adult and junior participants, and run group is eager to start introducing the sport of a lifetime to more ju- picnic in August for all the players which includes a blind draw up sheet and a drop box for court fees. With no staff, but lots of a middle school league. Some of the area juniors will participate in niors in the area. This new USTA Jr. Team Tennis program will begin doubles tournament, food and prizes. volunteers, this helps keep tennis affordable in this primarily ‘blue a newly formed USTA Jr. Team Tennis league in the winter of 2007. in June and last throughout the summer at local parks in Akron and This small town has a tennis supporter who publishes a weekly collar’ community. Looking ahead, an ongoing group with the CTA will seek to increase the surrounding communities with an anticipated 75 participants. all-local sports newspaper now in its 36th year. The newspaper, its volunteer base by adding the 10 and under USTA Jr. Team Tennis Approximately 10,000 flyers were printed to advertise the program, Sports Hotline, hosted its 28th annual tournament last summer A dream of over 25 years is now reality as USTA League matches pilot in 2008 and obtaining the involvement of additional parents. and they have been distributed to elementary schools in Akron, Stow, - open to Grant County residents, college students, and those for adults will be held at Thunder Bay Recreation Center. Up until Copley and Revere. individuals that work in the county, but live elsewhere. this year, Alpena residents competing in the USTA League program Feel free to contact the Midwest Tennis Service Representative listed below to determine ways to attract and retain more tennis players at would travel to other locations (sometimes three hours) to your facility and/or within your organization. The Grant County Community Tennis Association supports the compete in matches. Also, with no previous indoor facility, they community’s tennis activities, offering free tennis lessons and often couldn’t practice prior to their matches. This year also marks Chicago – Matt Smucker, [email protected] Michigan – Sue Selke, [email protected] the USTA Jr. Team Tennis program for kids. There is no indoor tennis the first Alpena tennis enthusiasts will make their way onto the Illinois – Bret Schrama, [email protected] Indiana – Eric Nelson, [email protected] facility so tennis is played here from spring until early fall. Marion courts as trained USTA officials. Ohio – Jim Amick, [email protected] Wisconsin – Erika Wentz, [email protected] is serving up lots of tennis fun! Local Program Serves Up Aces to Kids Ace With Love Junior Tennis Program provides local kids with more than tennis opportunities. The program operates at the Wolfe Grant Money for Your Programs Park Tennis Courts in Columbus, Ohio. The Wolfe Park Tennis Association boasts a long-standing reputation for providing both experienced Learn How Starting 2.5 The USTA/Midwest Section has program grant funding for CTAs, and new players a positive tennis experience. Serving an area where the poverty rate is almost 35%, this CTA provides community support. USTA League Teams Park and Recreations, and organizations which service underserved Local kids are given the opportunity to learn life skills, develop character, play tennis, and gain fitness benefits of the sport. communities. Here are the grants and deadlines to apply for funding: A special part of the program involves a Parent/Volunteer Recognition which honors those individuals who help make it a success. Benefit Your Facility Many of the kids who have participated in the program recruited their friends to try tennis through the Ace With Love Junior Tennis Program. CTA: Deadline – July 1 Also, many former program participants are still playing tennis today, and the program will continue to grow future generations of tennis and You Available for CTAs to start new or expand existing USTA Jr. Team players in the community. Tennis or USTA Adult League programs. The USTA/Midwest Section has developed a teaching professional Tennis in the Park: Deadline - July 1 incentive program which rewards our Midwest professionals Available for Park and Recreation Departments to start new or expand USTA Days Heading to Midwest Communities for generating 2.5 USTA League teams. This exciting incentive existing USTA Jr. Team Tennis or USTA Adult League programs. program rewards you $100 for every new 2.5 USTA League team The USTA/Midwest Section is hosting USTA Days at Member Organization Clubs around the Midwest. These special events are a great you create. Diversity: Deadline - ongoing until funds are exhausted partnership between the USTA/Midwest Section and its member clubs to promote the USTA, highlight USTA programs, and provide USTA Awarded to help organizations initiate or expand USTA Jr. Team Tennis member benefit information, and sign up or renew USTA memberships. As a teaching professional, all you need to do to receive the or USTA Adult League programs that will increase participation USTA members have the opportunity to participate in a variety of USTA programs including USTA League and Jr. Team Tennis. And, incentive is fill out a simple form posted on our website at within underserved communities. there are many member benefits associated with joining the USTA: ticket discounts to professional tennis tournaments, specials at select www.midwest.usta.com/leagues - select the Captains page link. hotels and car rental companies, Membership Appreciation Day events with refreshments and prizes, merchandise discounts, and more. Mail, fax or e-mail the completed form to our office no later than Visit www.midwest.usta.com and select the Program Grants naviga- To find out when a USTA Day is heading to your community this summer or fall, or if your organization is interested in hosting a August 15. tion link to access a copy of the program grant application form. USTA Day, please contact the Tennis Service Representative from your state listed on the preceding page of this publication.
Summer 2007 20 21 Summer 2007 Resources www.midwest.usta.com
Read All About It – Publications Corner As a USTA member residing in the USTA/Midwest Section, you are entitled to a wealth of free resources. Do you know the rules of the game, or have any idea how to get your child involved in junior tennis? These are just two areas in which you will find the following publications extremely resourceful. Midwest Yearbook – Includes Midwest final rankings, list of section championship tournaments, winning USTA League and USTA Jr. Team Tennis teams and photos, award winners, and more. Call the USTA/Midwest Section for a publication copy while supplies last at 317-577-5130. Junior Guidebook – Provides information on recreational and competitive tennis as players and parents enter the world of junior tennis. Visit www.midwest.usta.com and select the link on the home page to print the guidebook, or call the USTA/Midwest Section for a hard copy while supplies last at 317-577-5130. Friend at Court – Contains tennis rules and regulations for the sport you love. Visit www.midwest.usta.com and select the link on the home page to print a publication copy. Junior and Adult Tournament Schedules – Tournaments listed around the USTA/Midwest Section, and a list is available by calling the USTA/Midwest Section at 317-577-5130, or logging onto www.midwest.usta.com. Your District Office is a Valuable Resource The USTA/Midwest Section is composed of 14 districts in the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin as well as several counties in West Virginia and Kentucky. To find out about local programs, tournaments, volunteering and more in the area in which you reside, please contact the appropriate district office below.
Chicago Northeastern Michigan Executive Director: Mark Przepiorski, [email protected] Executive Director: Stephen Midcalf Office: 847-803-2382; Website: www.chicago.usta.com [email protected] Midwest Website: Office: 989-835-8805 Northern Illinois Website: www.northeasternmichigan.usta.com Executive Director: Pam Delnagro Get the Latest [email protected] Western Michigan Office: 847-458-5813 Executive Director: Rachel Corwin Tennis News Website: www.northernillinois.usta.com [email protected] Office: 269-808-8078 Middle Illinois Website: www.westernmichigan.usta.com Executive Director: Vicki Schmidgall [email protected] Southeastern Michigan Office: 309-291-0330 Executive Director: Zori Duda, [email protected] Website: www.middleillinois.usta.com Office: 734-421-1025; Website: www.semich.usta.com Southern Illinois Executive Director: Patty Bramlet Northwestern Ohio [email protected] Executive Director: Sheryl Birch Office: 618-262-4372 [email protected] Website: www.southernillinois.usta.com Office: 419-842-1269 Website: www.northwesternohio.usta.com Northern Indiana Executive Director: Jeanne French Northeastern Ohio Be sure to make www.midwest.usta.com [email protected] Executive Director: Carol Gander as a stop in your quest for tennis news. Office: 219-934-9259 [email protected] Website: www.northernindiana.usta.com Office: 330-923-6950 Find out all the great benefits (many Website: www.northeasternohio.usta.com Central Indiana benefits are free) tied into your USTA Executive Director: Sheila Schildbach Ohio Valley membership, read current news from your [email protected] Executive Director: Dave Engle, [email protected] community and across the country, find Office: 317-846-4560 Office: 937-399-5064 a list of tournaments in which to compete Website: www.centralindiana.usta.com Website: www.ohiovalley.usta.com or check tournament results, locate Northern Michigan Wisconsin tennis training opportunities, check out Executive Director: Margaret Ruemenapp Executive Director: John Jansky, [email protected] pictures from past events including USTA [email protected] Office: 715-693-0135 Office: 231-347-6312 Website: www.wisconsin.usta.com League and USTA Jr. Team Tennis, and Website: www.northernmichigan.usta.com much more.
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