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X IndustryNews S SPIN SERIES Industry News IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT MORE SPIN, Information to help you run your business IT’S ABOUT MORE IN. COVID-19 DUNLOP S X 300 HAS DUNLOP S X 300 HAS USTA, Industry Prepare % M ORE % M ORE Response to Coronavirus 7 SPIN 3 CONSISTENCY Impact on the Sport Federer Gets ‘RF’ Logo Back From Nike Roger Federer, who left Nike apparel to join Uniqlo in 2018, has obtained the rights to his “RF” logo from Nike. The 20-time Grand Slam champion was not allowed to use the logo for the past couple of years, as Nike reportedly used that time to sell the remainder of its Federer apparel. The 38-year-old superstar has continued to wear Nike shoes at his matches since leaving the brand and signing with Uniqlo for a rumored $30 million annually. Neither Federer nor Uniqlo have indicated what they may have planned with the RF logo. Head Names Keenan, Bardsley to Senior Positions Head North America has promoted two senior managers. Joe Keenan, who has served in various senior management positions s the coronavirus spread The task force’s work is focusing on since joining Head nine years ago, has throughout the U.S in three main areas: been promoted to vice president of sales March, industry organiza- 1. How to ensure the best health and for the United States. He’ll continue to tions and stakeholders safety standards at this time for facili- manage the pro specialty sales efforts, formedA an industry task force to create ties, pros and players. tech rep program and key account strat- an action plan and a centralized informa- 2. Helpful information for facili- egy, but he’ll expand his role with a num- tional hub to respond to the challenges. ties and individuals to access potential ber of key industry partners. “Now, more than ever, it is important fi nancial support and other recommen- “Joe is the consummate professional that our industry faces this challenge dations on fi nances and resources for the and has had success in every position Make every shot count. Our new SX racket series with SPIN BOOST technology is with a unifi ed front,” read a statement front line of tennis. he has held at Head,” says Kevin Kempin, issued by the task force. 3. How to use short-term downtime chief executive offi cer and president designed to help you play at pace with more spin, power and control, USTA CEO Michael Dowse initiated to best prepare our sport and industry to of Head North America. “He is widely the task force, which includes PTR, come back strong. respected within our industry and is for true consistency. Welcome to spin redefined. USPTA, TIA, ITA, industry media part- The task force circulated an industry well-equipped to lead our sales team ners and others. survey to assess the current state of the forward.” DUNLOPSPORTS.COM “As all of us confront the many uncer- sport. In addition, the group will call Additionally, Jeff Bardsley, a 27-year tainties caused by this rapidly shifting on providers, facilities, manufacturers, Head veteran, has been promoted to environment, the entire tennis industry subject-matter experts and others for vice president of marketing for North is coming together to provide guidance suggested actions and best practices we America. Bardsley has held a variety of and support with the di cult decisions.” can take to move forward. positions within Head Canada. 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Dunlop_SX_Comparison_PrintAd_8.25x10.75.indd 1 19/12/2019 15:06 Dunlop_SX_Comparison_PrintAd_8.25x10.75.inddDunlop_SX_Comparison_PrintAd_8.25x10.75.indd 1 1 19/12/2019 15:06 19/12/2019 15:06 IndustryNews Krass Announces College Tennis Exposure Camps Coach Ed Krass has announced his College Tennis Exposure Camps & Clinics Tour, designed for players ages 14-18 who are interested in playing college tennis and learning from a staff made up of head coaches at colleges and RACQUETS universities. The camps are currently scheduled for: • June 27-28, at Brandeis University in Wilson Debuts New Ultra v3 Waltham, Mass. • July 12-16 and 18-22 and 12-22, at ilson recently introduced its all-new Ultra v3 frame, designed for play- Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa. ers who desire a racquet that “does the work for them, making power • July 25-26, at Harvard University in shots a thing of ease from anywhere on the court,” says the company. Cambridge, Mass. W In the camps, players interact with “We wanted to answer the question of what exactly does this player want in their racquet,” says Wilson Racquet Sports General Manager Hans-Martin Reh. “After coaches on court and have the oppor- working with hundreds of players, we were able to create a racquet that delivers tunity to showcase their skills and work power and stability, which were the two key benefits players said they needed, ethic. For more information, contact regardless of age or if they played singles or doubles.” Krass at 813-684-9031, 813 478-3384 The Ultra v3 line consists of five models: Ultra 100 (suggested retail price $199), (cell) or [email protected]. Ultra 100L ($189), Ultra 100UL ($179), Ultra 108 ($189) and Ultra Pro ($249). Matching Ultra gear bags and backpacks are also available. Fashion Brand Lilly Pulitzer Visit wilson.com/ultra for more information. Partners with WTA Lilly Pulitzer, the Palm Beach- inspired fashion brand, announced a new partnership with the Women’s Tennis Association. The two brands are uniting for a youth empowerment initiative, aimed to inspire confi dence and optimism in future generations as part of Lilly’s new “Be the Sunshine” campaign. Lilly Pulitzer will also serve as the WTA’s exclusive fashion uniform pro- vider throughout the 2020 season, outfi tting the WTA corporate court- side team members at tournaments, including chair umpires, offi cials and sport science and medicine teams. The “Be the Sunshine” campaign will launch with a $50,000 donation to WTA’s philanthropic arm, WTA Chari- ties. Throughout the 2020 campaign, Lilly Pulitzer and WTA Charities will invest dedicated resources to promote LOVE LOVE positivity and inspire confi dence in local WTA communities through WTA Club members and students will LOVE facing Charities programs. off against the phenom. 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Fans who download the TennisONE App will be able to follow WTT teams and players, Babolat Marketing Manager Sally coach Jay Gooding is the new head coach check live scores, watch video streams, Morris received the company’s “Tennis for the Orlando Storm of World Team- monitor league standings and enjoy Runs in Our Blood Award” for 2019, for Tennis. He is co-founder of the Gooding social games that elevate the mobile her service as U.S. employee of the year. Todero Academy in Orlando, Fla. fan experience. The 2020 WTT season is scheduled to USTA Senior Director Jeff Ryan has Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka will showcase nine teams and 63 matches been named executive director of the be the subject of a Netfl ix documentary from July 12 to 30, with the semifi nals Winston-Salem Open. He succeeds Bill series. The fi lm will follow the two-time and fi nals at the Orleans Casino in Las Oakes, who resigned in January to pursue Grand Slam champion from the 2019 US Vegas Aug. 1 and 2.