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Tennis Newsletter | September 2009 | VBgov.com/Parks
It's hard to believe that summer is coming to an end and fall is on our doorstep.  Fall is a great time to get involved in tennis with league play, luncheon league participation, drop-in clinics and private lessons.  Owl Creek's fall program begins September 28th and includes a full schedule of youth and adult programs.  Please click the links to the right to view our complete offerings.

Check out this list of lighted tennis courts throughout Virginia Beach if you plan to get out and play in the evenings, and don't forget that each and every Friday from 5:30-7pm, we conduct a round robin on the outdoor courts at Owl Creek.  Please call by Thursday to add your name and partner to the list. There is an 8 person minimum for each week and the cost is $10 per player.
 
If you have a group looking for an indoor seasonal, please contact Mike Mustgrave at mmustgra@vbgov.com to receive 2009/2010 information.
Leagues, Leagues and More Leagues! 

Fall Adult League - Contact Karen Steenberg at karen10s@msn.com.

Fall Mixed League - Contact Debra Trent at vbt999@yahoo.com or by phone at 464-4236 or 810-8105.

Luncheon League - Contact our pro shop at 385-2695 for current captain listings.

New Tri-Level USTA League - View a program flyer.
 
 

 

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As the temperatures cool, this quick and easy soup is sure to hit the spot!
New Program for Adult Beginners: Easy as 1, 2, 3!
 
Tennis Player1. Make the decision to join a sport that provides fantastic exercise and great fun!
2. Reserve your spot in our 3 week course.
3. Sign up with a friend and receive your choice of the following:
  • $5 off registration for each of you; or
  • one hour on the ball machine ($19.95 value).
Available sessions:
  • Fridays, Oct 2-16 from 11am to 12 noon 
  • Sundays, Oct 4-18 from 3:30 to 4:30pm 
  • Fridays, Oct 23-Nov 6 from 11am to 12 noon 
  • Sundays, Oct 25-Nov 8 from 3:30 to 4:30pm
This program is open to adults 18 years and up and will introduce new players to the fundamentals of tennis. The cost is $30 per person. 
 
To sign up: Call 385-2695 or stop by Owl Creek Tennis Center. 
Pro Tip: Improve Your Return of Serve 
  1. Don't get caught flat footed! Start moving your feet as the server begins their tossing motion.
  2. As the server makes contact with the ball, use your split step to give you the ability to move in either direction to return the serve.
  3. Take a short backswing.  A bigger swing will leave less time to ready your racquet.
  4. Step into the swing and utilize your body's forward momentum.
- Jason Mueller, USPTA
Owl Creek Municipal Tennis Center
Location: 928 S. Birdneck Road, Virginia Beach | Phone: (757) 385-2695
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9am - 9pm | Saturday and Sunday: 9am - 5pm
We welcome your comments and questions.  Feel free to email us at fun@vbgov.com.
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