TENNIS News June 2016

June 2016

FROM THE TENNIS DIRECTOR

The word of the month for me is Patience.

This past weekend I was among many parents making the trek down to UW's Nordstrom Tennis Center to watch the High School 2A Tennis Championships. I have been attending for many years but this year was a bit different, my daughter Eloise was playing in the doubles bracket. I have watched plenty of tennis and have been very invested in the play of many of our own Bellingham tennis players. I have experienced the emotions of the wins and losses, to some degree, of the players and myself as a coach. I would always look at the matches as great learning experiences. I could stay positive in a tough loss and be supportive in the whole experience win or lose. Having your own daughter playing is just a bit different. I may say, I am glad I have some finger nails left because I was worried I might chew them all off after watching her matches.

The experience I realized is hers, not mine. I needed to remove my need to criticize/coach and let her feel the joy of winning and the pain of losing. I needed to be happy that she had earned the experience of participating in the State Tournament and be proud that she was out there competing.

Patience is something all parents need to excel at if you want to make it through raising a child. I had to keep my urge to coach and critique her game and let her learn through the experience. I know that I need to continue working on patience when living with this person that used to rely so heavily on me and now needs to show her independence from me. This part of my life is by far the most challenging part of being a coach and a father in regard to patience.

Word of the Week

"Patience"

ASK THE PRO

We have a new weekly feature on our Facebook page!

Each week we will feature one of our Tennis Pro's or Personal Trainers.

This week Matt is here to address your tennis questions and share his best tips.

Here's how you can get your question answered:

1. Head over to our Facebook page

2. "Like" our page

3. Post your question in the comments below the image labeled "Ask the Pro"

We will select a question for Matt to answer in a follow up video at the end of the week!

TENNIS TIP

Did You Know?

1. That in doubles the receiving team loses a point if the receiver's partner touches the net while the ball is in play.

2. That there is "the Code" which is the unwritten rules of fair play in tennis. Here are some of these rules:

* A ball that can't be called out is in.

* Courtesy is expected

* Let is called when a ball rolls on the court

* Talking between doubles partners when the ball is moving toward them is allowed

* Doubles players should not talk when the ball is moving toward their opponent's court. * Have fun while playing....It is a game! (my code)

TENNIS NEWS AND EVENTS

Did you know?

You can make your own clinic!

Find some friends that would like to take 4 group lessons and set up a time with the pro's
Pay clinic prices!
Set the times at yours and the pro's convenience.
Contact Matthew if you have any further questions.

Summer Camps begin this month!

Remember we reserve the courts for many of the camps that go outdoors in case on inclement weather
You can still reserve these courts via the front desk by putting yourself on the waiting list and will get the court if the camp stays outdoors
We appreciate your patience and understanding that having these camps is a great thing for introducing this game to these active kids. They may soon be your hitting partner.

Drop In Doubles

Women's 3.0 Night

Friday, June 24th 6:15-8:30pm

A tennis pro will be at each social to direct doubles play, pair doubles teams of equal skill for fun matches, and make sure that everyone gets a chance to hit. This is the perfect time for you and your double's partner to work on your strategy and game. Always wanted to try doubles? This is a great way to get introduced to the dynamics of playing with a partner by your side. Meet new friends and enjoy time socializing with everyone!

This social is FREE for members! ($15 for guests)

Click here to sign up

Welcome Round Robin

Sunday, June 26th 1:30-3:30 pm

Join us one Sunday a month for a round robin mixer, especially for 'new' members.

All new members are invited to come play some round robin tennis and meet other new members, as well as established members. Three courts are available for a variety of playing abilities. New members are invited to bring a friend to join in the fun.

This event is free to new members who have joined since January 1, 2015, as well as their invited (non-member) guests.

$12 for established members who have joined after January 1, 2015.

Click here to sign up

SUMMER CAMPS & CLINICS

Yes! It's time to start thinking about Summer! Call the club to sign up today!

JUNIOR NEWS

Congratulations to the High School players that medaled in the Class 2A State Championships.

Lauren Smith & Andrea Zucchi - 1st in Girl's Doubles

Catherine Michelutti - 2nd in Girl's Singles

Max Shmotolokha - 2nd in Boy's Singles

Alice Hiebert & Sophia Lawrence (both BTC Scholarship 2015/16) - 2nd in Girl's Doubles

Reece Gilbert & Shane Lynette - 2nd in Boy's Doubles

Ellie Iwersen & Oriana Locicero (BTC Scholarship 2014/15) - 3rd in State Girl's Doubles

Ali Morrow -7th in Girl's Singles

Congratulations also to the coaches; Bonna Schibert - Sehome HS 1st in State Boy's 3rd in State Girl's

Steve Chronister - Bellingham HS 2nd in State Girl's

Joe O'Brien - Squalicum HS - 4th in State Girl's

Congratulations to all the high school girls that qualified for the district tournament next week:

Singles - Catherine Michelutti will be seeded 1 with a resounding victory in the sub districts finals

Members and clinic participants: Ali Morrow, Nicole McInerney, Sydney Balfour,

and Eleanor Sammeth.

Doubles - Lauren Smith & Andrea Zucchi will be seeded 1 with a strong sub district tournament

Members & Clinic Participants: Ellie Iwersen & Oriana Locicero; Alice Hiebert & Sophia Lawrence ( BTC scholarship participants), Beth Clawson & Mia Zucchi, and Hailey Holland & Sydney Leiweke.

MEMBER REFERRAL GIFT

Get a FREE $25 Gift Card or 30 Minute Tennis Lesson or Personal Training Session as our
"thank you" for every new member you refer.