I Shall Return

First trip to Cali since 1991.  Ironically, in ‘91 I was also here to play tennis. I was 21 years young.   Now I’m 54, still enjoying the sport more than ever.  Here’s some photos from my trip to Los Angeles to compete in the Pacific Southwest Championships.  I hope to return in 2022, as a participant in my first year in the men’s 55 division.   

All Good Things Must Come to an End

It's been a busy winter of work, training, travel and matches for me.  After two tournaments and 10 mixed doubles league matches, I lost tonight for the first time since December.   

Training will continue, and the next event awaits in Ft Lauderdale on April 21.  Hopefully, another long win streak will start there.  

A Bit Too Narrow eh ?

Before I knew what damage had been done, I removed my new shoes only to discover my pinky toes had lost the battle.   

Paying the Price

This is what happens when your doubles partner leaves you "out to dry" by hitting a short lob to the guy who's stalking 6 feet in front of you at the net. 

I Love these Girls

Have had a great time this summer mentoring MaKayla and Madison Schroeder. This weekend they won the WBL Doubles Championship. Way to go girls - YOU'RE SICK !!!!!!

MaKayla and Madison

Remember When......

Back in the day, the clay courts at Northridge Club weren't too bad.  Now, they're junk. 

Kewpee Fun

Enjoying a post-match snack with my two students from Wapak - Madison and MaKayla Schroeder. 

Busy Week

Since my first Dayton Tourney update, I won two more matches to take the Men's 45 Singles Title of the Montgomery County Claycourt. This week is Toledo. Lost in round 1 on Monday 6-4, 7-6. Won first back draw match on Wednesday 6-0, 6-0. Playing Friday in second round semifinal. 

One Down....One To Go

Won Dayton Tourney today.  Next week , Toledo City Singles.  

USTA Team at MSU

My teammates Allison and Susan with me at MSU Tourney last weekend. 

USTA at MSU

Played doubles with my pal Mark last weekend at the annual USTA Team Championship 

Someone please teach Jack Sock to Dress

I'm watching The Italian Open and Jack Sock is wearing a bright blue shirt (too large), black shorts, black socks and white shoes. Yes, WHITE shoes. Is the dude blind. Oh yeah, and tell him to shave his fucking face ! There's a reason Roger Federer's sponsorship deals increased 300% after he got his ponytail cut off and started shaving daily.  

FHS v LCC Boy's Tennis

Enjoying summer-like weather at FHS Tennis Courts.