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LETTERS FROM THE EDITORS

EVERYONE CAN BE ON TOUR

Scott Colebourne Editor-at-Large

As my partner and I continued hitting we began to sweat more, it was a hot morning, even before the sun came up. The humidity that would dissipate later in the day still hung in the air and drenched our clothes. As I travelled from city to city, training each morning as the sun rose over the courts, the beach, or whatever was our training ground for the day, I was starting to feel “it”. On this day I definitely felt different; I felt better, stronger, faster, I was hitting the ball cleaner, crisper, deeper. We hit down the line, then cross court, then played points, serves, volleys, groundstrokes. It all became a blur of ball fuzz, sweat, and the constant thud of the ball on strings. As we walked off the court that morning, I felt more like a tennis player than I’d ever felt in my life! I was on tour! One aspect of the tennis life that I love are the unique feelings that it can create in all of us. Whether you’ve recognized this or not, we all play tennis for different reasons and those reasons can evolve over time.

Currently I play tennis for the feeling of hitting the ball cleanly and the discipline that it takes to do this, again and again. I gain great joy (and pain) from trying to position myself in the right part of the court at the right time to enable me to use perfect technique. This is a very elusive target and it keeps me motivated as perfection is rarely obtained in relation to my game. That summer day when I was on tour, I was 14 years old and in the middle of my high school summer vacation. I was playing in a series of local adult tournaments in rural New Zealand, traveling from town to town with my best friend and hitting partner. We got around through a combination of my mother driving us and using the longdistance bus service. It was a far cry from the US Open, but for me at that time, I felt like a real tennis player and for a 14-year-old in New Zealand whom had dreams of playing in that US Open one day, feeling like a real tennis player was all that mattered.

GIVING CREDIT TO OUR COACHES As a kid growing up on the coast of Sydney, Australia, my early childhood days were consumed by swimming practice/ competitions, heading to the beach with friends, or competing at the surf club. Over time I was losing a little interest in the swimming so I needed another sport I could play year round, but the options were limited. Scott McCulloch Editor-at-Large

During my youth, I had epilepsy and regular seizures. This ruled out contact sports. Determined to find a match my mum introduced me to tennis, to which I had no idea the lifelong journey that I was about to embark on, and the impact it would have in shaping my life nearly three decades later. As I flash through that journey something that stands out to me is the merit and acknowledgement that coaches deserve, and the profound impact they have on us; they are not only our teachers, but also our mentors. I was shy and very self-conscious because I couldn’t play the sports my friends did because of my epilepsy. However, I had such great parents, mentors and teachers that helped me focus my energy into my tennis. I also found a place, a voice and a

self-expression that allowed me to grow and gain self-confidence as a person. I am proud that the qualities of those who impacted me exist in our CDT culture of excellence, challenge and evolution. It is evident in our team as they are stepping up with a firm grip on their “tomorrow vision” to impact their community, club and colleagues. An achievement that I am proud of that we are experiencing across the board is the success of our Tennis 101 program. It is not simply a 4 week beginner tennis program for adults, but one that runs much deeper than that. Our team is creating an environment and experience that breaks down social barriers and connects the inner tennis player in us all with a lifestyle; friends, exercise and a tennis community. The commitment, learning, ownership and pride of the team is seen in the result with a retention rate of 50% of players completing the program, staying with tennis, and growing in the game. I look forward to future achievements as an industry and hope we all take a minute to recognize the merits of coaches that are around us.

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SUCCESS IS PERSONAL

Katie Steck Managing Editor

Every player has a different baseline for what defines success. For Roger Federer, his successful career is largely defined by the number of Grand Slams he has won. For the average player, including my own, success looks very different.

The moment they do is gratifying for everyone involved. At our many Cliff Drysdale destinations and experiences, it is our absolute pleasure to have front row seats to the moments our players define – and achieve – success.

For me, success as a player was defined late in my senior season when I overcame an opponent who had never lost a collegiate match; this win propelled me to an appointment on the All-Conference team. As my competitive days have faded into the rearview, I quickly realized one of the most rewarding things is witnessing the success of others through the eyes of a coach.

Beyond being extremely personal, it is important to remember success is fluid, and often incremental. Even though Roger Federer has achieved the highest level of the game and secured the most Grand Slam Titles, he continues to redefine his definition of success – as evident by his recent tournament results. For me, success on the court nowadays is just striking the ball on a more frequent, consistent basis. At Cliff Drysdale Tennis we push each other, and our players, to define success early and often. This issue of Experience Magazine is special as we highlight varying stories of players, travel destinations, and industry news that define the same level of merit and are worthy of distinction in the tennis world.

For many players, success is often defined much more narrowly. It may be mastering the kick serve, finally feeling comfortable transitioning to the net, winning their first match or finally triumphing over their hitting partner. As a coach, you watch others put in a consistent effort to improve and reach those varying definitions of success.

PRAISE FOR THE PIONEERS

Joey Hanf Managing Editor

I’ve always found awards to be a precarious subject. The last decade in particular has seen the introduction of numerous award ceremonies, shows, lists etc. At the end of the day, it’s human nature; we all love the accolades, it feels good! But what I’ve seen happen, in tennis as well as other industries, is that we have created complacency in our goals, and lowered our standards of what success really means. It’s what’s referred to now commonly as the participation trophy issue. And while that term is usually thrown around in youth sports, it has clearly crept into the corporate world as well. So when our editorial team discussed the possibility of making one of our biannual issues a platform for praise, we did so with very specific criteria. First, we wanted to make sure that we gave attention to those that are pushing boundaries, not sticking to the status quo. Our piece on Oakley Foy and Racquet Wars feels like one of the best examples of that goal. Second, we wanted to recognize both organizations and people.

From our look at the USTA’s success with Net Generation, to Ashleigh Barty’s surreal comeback story, we hope you agree with us that this issue is all-encompassing. Next, we wanted to honor those that merited recognition through measurable results. Anyone can talk, but very few can back that talk up with real action. Everyone in this magazine has taken action, accomplished something new, and earned praise. Finally, we wanted to give a voice and tell the story of those that are often left untold. To me, there’s no better symbol of this than Novak Djokovic, who is arguably the greatest tennis player of all time, yet rarely gets the same coverage as his counterparts. He consistently draws crowds that are against him, but it won’t be long until those same crowds change teams. It’s the same reason we love giving the world a look inside some of CDT’s most impactful employees, who do most of their work behind the scenes.

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FROM THE DESK of DON HENDERSON

A POSITIV E W A Y F O R W A R D I have never been shy in my praise, or critique, of organizations inside the tennis industry. I’ve taken a journey in tennis that I never expected. I’ve seen the highs and lows, and feel incredibly lucky to be in a position where I’m able to influence the growth of tennis. As a sport, tennis has unlimited potential; everyone can play, regardless of age! The biggest player in tennis in the United States is the USTA, and I’ve questioned many of their decisions in the past. From the public eye, you might think tennis is doing amazing in our country. Professional tennis and the U.S. Open has never been richer and television viewership has never been higher. Naturally, one might assume that success would trickle down. However, behind the scenes, grassroots tennis is struggling with a steady decline in actual tennis play across the board. Specifically, data shows that racquet industry manufacturers are down 30% in their sales of introductory racquets. Everyone in our industry should be in the business of growing tennis, none more so than the USTA. It’s understandable why historically they poured money into marketing and programs in an effort to attract new players. We have greater potential and resources than ever before, but unfortunately over the past few years, we’re not seeing the results. The problem? The delivery system is broken. A tennis player’s first experience on the court is crucial to their long-term enjoyment of the sport. Too often at clubs, schools and parks across the nation, that first experience has not been good enough. Players are not being introduced to tennis in the right way. I use the comparison of a restaurant business. If you have thousands of people coming through the door, but the food and service are below par, why would people come back? Eventually people are going to realize that your product is not a valuable one. Tennis professionals coming into the industry in the 1970’s and 1980’s had it great; tennis was booming and there was a lot of opportunities and players to teach. However, I feel that as an industry we became complacent in regards to developing

the next generation of tennis professionals. In short, the tennis delivery system has been neglected, and we are now seeing a serious decline. When myself and other key stakeholders in our industry were invited to meet with USTA executives last year, they once again touted their marketing campaigns. It felt like it was going to be the same old story. But after long spirited discussions and strategy meetings, as a group, we came out prioritizing the improvement of the tennis delivery system and the critical role that tennis providers and coaches play in the overall growth of the sport. Since then, I’ve seen a great paradigm shift from the USTA in their mindset of putting tennis pros first. The programs that we market are only as strong as the people providing them. I’ve personally witnessed the same program instructed in two totally different ways. That cannot happen if we want to scale the growth of tennis effectively. I believe player retention is of the utmost importance, and in a time when there are so many fast and easy options in the fitness world, our on-court product has to improve. I look at the success of our own Tennis 101 program as a prime example. Yes, in previous years we had beginner classes, but we didn’t put enough attention into the staffing and programming. After a fantastic initiative by our team, we are introducing - and keeping - hundreds of players into tennis each year. I am so impressed with the shift in strategy from the USTA, and believe that as an industry we’ve taken the important first step. That said, we still face the challenge of implementation, and I’m hopeful that everyone in our industry can come together to take action. I was excited when I saw the news of Michael Dowse being named the new USTA CEO and Executive Director; his significant industry experience and exposure to the larger sports world will be very valuable to the USTA. I feel confident that our leaders have better positioned the sport of tennis, and now it’s time to follow through.

Don Henderson, CEO of Cliff Drysdale Management

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4 Letters from the Editors An inside look at the inspiration behind Issue No. 9 of EXPERIENCE.

6 From the CEO’s Desk

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

January 2020 Edition

Don Henderson on the ever-crucial tennis delivery system.

12 Cliff Notes

46 Cliffy Awards

Hall of Famer Cliff Drysdale provides insight and opinion on the tennis industry.

Honoring those that grow tennis day in, day out.

25 Wimbledon Experiences An inside look into Centre Court at the All England Club.

Racquet War’s unique tournaments are making a mark on the industry.

52 More Than Marketing How Net Generation is introducing thousands of new youth players to tennis.

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40 Setting the Standard How Ashleigh Barty and Novak Djokovic have taken tennis by storm.

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L E ARNING F R O M T H E P A S T Embracing the Future Heading to Melbourne soon. Love the city. Oz has never been known for its cuisine, but Melbourne shines with multiple places to eat. 2020 will be my 41st year working at ESPN, and it’s taken me on a journey I never expected. When I went on air for the first time, during the Davis Cup tie between Argentina and the U.S. in 1979, most thought that ESPN was a novelty. The perception was that the network was a gimmick that would never amount to much. Of course, we all know it as the Worldwide Leader. In my era, nobody traveled with a coach. If you did, you were laughed at. We figured things out ourselves, and managed much more of the day to day life. Bjorn Borg was the first player to really embrace have a coach travel with him to every event. Now, the top players in the world are bringing entire entourages with them to tournaments. A coach, a physio, trainer, agent and family just to start. Even more impactful though have been the technological advancements. Racquet and string technology is what has virtually removed serve and volley from the game. Players like world no. 1 Rafael Nadal are standing 15 feet behind the baseline to return serve, and it’s effective. That is in large part due to the technology. The new baseline era has required tennis players to become amongst the most supreme and fittest athletes in the world. We are seeing more and more marathon matches, where rallies seem never-ending. My experience on the tour and in broadcast have led me to believe strongly in a fundamental change to match lengths. It’s time the men play best of 3 sets in the majors. We can make tennis more exciting and viewer friendly. Not only is it far better for TV, it will also be better for the players. There are more injuries now than ever before, and the nature of our marathon matches are playing a big part. As we look ahead to another year, I’m grateful for the countless things that tennis has offered me. I hope that we can learn from the past, and embrace the future so that our sport only grows stronger.

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THE WIMBLEDON EXPERIENCE The Championships at Wimbledon has been known as the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world since its inception in 1877. The sport’s biggest names have all had career defining moments on the lush grass of the All-England Club. By Joey Hanf Part of the lore that Wimbledon has created is built upon the tradition and exclusivity the private club has created. Of course, players wear all-white. “A single trim of colour around the neckline and around the cuff of the sleeves is acceptable but must be no wider than one centimetre (10mm),” the policy reads. In 2013, 8 time champion Roger Federer wore shoes that contained a bit too much orange coloring on the out-sole, and he was forced to change them for his next match. The rules at Wimbledon truly apply to everyone. Fans that aim to cross Wimbledon off their bucket list face arguably a larger challenge. Non-UK citizens can enter their name into a ticket ballot, but have a slim chance of actually securing tickets to the days and courts that they hope for. Option two involves the infamous Queue. Thousands of spectators camp out in line just for the chance of securing access to the grounds, with most leaving it up to good fortune. However, Cliff Drysdale Tennis was pleased to offer in 2019 an exclusive opportunity to purchase tickets,

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competed, all while potentially being on hand for a classic of our your own. The 2019 championships hosted a number of instant classics, including the historic 5 set, 5 hour battle in the Men’s final between Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. Simona Halep stunned Serena Williams in the women’s final, capturing her second major title. And while the Centre Court experience is a must, roaming the grounds and watching matches on the outside courts proved to be a trip highlight for many guests. “I was absolutely amazed by the talent of young people at the lower courts,” Vaudry said. “And when you watch them you are up front and close. Their talent is unbelievable. Their sprint and their passion for the game is so evident.” While the strawberries and cream, Pimms and proper fan etiquette are all signature fan experiences, what truly separates Wimbledon is almost impossible to describe unless you’ve stepped foot on the grounds. There is that unmistakable sense of awe and reverence. Walking through the gates you know you are at that sport’s epicenter, a truly special place. Heading into 2020, Cliff Drysdale Tennis looks forward to offering Wimbledon packages to an even larger number of guests. More than anything else, providing unique, exclusive experiences remains the ultimate goal for the largest tennis management company in the U.S. “We want everyone who plays tennis with CDT around the world to know that they have premier access to world class events,” said Kimberly Arena, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Cliff Drysdale Tennis. “Customer feedback was great in year one, and we look forward to providing more memorable experiences next year.”

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LIFESTYLE ...what truly separates La Costa from the competition are the customizable packages and special event opportunities.

There are numerous programs and events available for both members and resort guests at Omni La Costa Resort and Spa.

TENNIS MEETS TRANQUILITY Omni La Costa Resort and Spa By Joey Hanf Tennis travelers have a wealth of options each year, both inside the United States and abroad. Every resort and every location has their unique selling-points, but very few have the ability to put an entire agenda of activities and leisure, specific for tennis players, at their disposal. At Omni La Costa Resort and Spa, however, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clear that the tennis guest has been taken care of, and then some. Before even considering anything else, tennis travelers top priority is most often the programming the resort offers on a weekly basis. Cliff Drysdale Tennis manages the world class tennis program, and there is no shortage of play opportunities. The facility includes 17 total courts, including 4 red clay and 13 hard courts, including 7 lighted for night play. There are three hours of tennis clinics every day, with an intermediate offering from 9-10am, 10-11am, and 2-3pm. 28

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“It’s fairly standard to have daily clinics in the morning at a resort, but we’re proud to offer the afternoon session so guests can have more options when they plan their stay,” said Bryce Cunningham, Director of Tennis. “We also have a great membership here at La Costa, so resort guests are able to mix in and play with players of a similar level.”

“Having the Aviators choose La Costa as our home club over the last five years has been fantastic,” Cunningham said. “The matches bring great energy to the club, and are a big hit with resort guests.”

Of course, the adult program goes much further than daily clinics. Beginner players can participate in weekly Tennis 101 or Tennis 201 sessions hosted Wednesday and Friday, while advanced players and above enjoy the popular Wednesday evening 90 minute clinic. And regardless of your level of play, cardio tennis on Tuesday and Thursdays gives those looking for an amazing workout the opportunity to have fun while burning calories. But what truly separates La Costa from the competition are the customizable packages and special event opportunities. With nearly a dozen tennis professionals on staff, guests can take individual or group lessons at any time of the day.

Outside of tennis, La Costa has a plethora of amenities, many of which have been ranked amongst the best in the world. Sticking with sports, the resort features two pristine 18 hole golf courses, which have earned La Costa the Golf Digest Editors Choice award and numerous other accolades. The golf facility has been home to a number of PGA and LPGA tournaments throughout the years. Step out of your athletic shoes and into relaxation at one of the nation’s highest regarded spa and wellness centers. The Spa at La Costa is committed to providing a relaxing retreat during your stay in Carlsbad while utilizing innovative techniques, organic ingredients and sustainable products. It was named “Favorite Resort Spa Nationwide” by American Spa in 2018.

“Custom group clinics are definitely our most popular offering at La Costa and other CDT resorts,” said Katie Steck, Director of Experiences. “This opens up a guest’s schedule, and gives them the opportunity to customize their clinics so that they can work on specific parts of their game.”

Thinking of bringing the family? There’s no shortage of options for children with the Splash Landing Pools and popular waterslides. Can you say summer vacation? The resort features 6 pools in total, each of which has its own unique splendor. And if you find time to step off the resort property, downtown San Diego is just a short drive away with major attractions, as are the cozy downtown areas of Carlsbad and Encinitas.

Beyond programming, there is a strong professional tennis presence at La Costa. Each summer, the San Diego Aviators and World Team Tennis host home matches on the beautiful sunken stadium court. New for 2020, World Team Tennis is hosting the WTT

Did we mention that the weather is almost perfect year round? There’s a reason they call it sunny San Diego, and regardless of when you’re looking to travel, the dry and crisp climate make Omni La Costa Resort and Spa an ultimate bucket list destination for tennis.

The San Diego Aviators of World Team Tennis play their home matches at Omni La Costa Resort and Spa each summer.

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Immerse yourself in the relaxed luxury of Red Ledges There are countless ways to engage with nature, with neighbors, and with the things you love to do at Red Ledges. Share a round of golf, take a tennis clinic, zip down the 144 ft pool slide, enjoy an elegant doubledate dinner at Juniper Grill, find your Zen with yoga, discover new flavors in a cooking class, breathe the fresh air on a guided hike or bike ride, find your inner cowboy on a guided trail ride, or simply relax by the pool. At Red Ledges, neighbors become friends and activities become passions, and the pace of life is as vibrant or relaxed as youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like. Learn more at RedLedges.com or call 877.733.5334, and visit to experience the Red Ledges lifestyle.

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DISCOVER STRATTON The Mountains Are Always a Good Idea By Katie Steck

The first thing that comes to mind when people think of Stratton Mountain Resort is snow, and lots of it. Stratton Mountain is widely known as a world-class ski-destination. However, Stratton Mountain might be one of Vermont’s best-kept secrets as a year-round, all-season destination. Depending on the season, resort activities on Stratton Mountain range from skiing, mountain biking, hiking, yoga, and – yup, you guessed it – tennis. These activities and more capture the essence of everything there is to love about being outdoors in scenic Vermont with the whole family. 32

Stratton Mountain is the premier New England ski destination with 99 trails fanning from a single summit, the highest peak in southern Vermont. Stratton is the home of Vermont’s first World Cup ski races and the birthplace of snowboarding. Stratton’s Snow School is a great place to strengthen your technique on the slopes and offers seasonal programs, groups, and private lessons for all ages. Skiing and snowboarding are the heart of a winter getaway, but that is just the start of what Stratton Mountain has

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LIFESTYLE to offer in the winter season. Guests get to enjoy off-slope activities like snowshoeing, split boards, and snow tubing, as well as fat bikes as a way to float over the snow for a fun winter activity, and ice skating under the stars. You are guaranteed to have a magical experience on the mountain for your winter trip. Winter yields a short, crisp (and yes, still skiable) Spring. March is goggle tan season with events like the Vermont Open, a snowboarding competition that celebrates the history and progression of a sport born on the mountain. The spring powder days are some of the best ways to hit the slopes for maximum ski time and steep savings. As the snow melts, preparation for a full set of summer activities is in full swing and is one of the best times to check out the two newly finished indoor courts at the Stratton Mountain Tennis School with Cliff Drysdale Tennis. Summer in southern Vermont is unlike any other, and it provides the perfect setting to get outside and explore the great outdoors. Summer may just be Stratton Mountain’s secret season. The Green Mountains provide the perfect scenery for hiking to the summit that inspired the Long and Appalachian trails. For those seeking for a more leisure hike we recommend taking the Gondola up followed by a hike to the historic fire tower with 360degree views clear across four states and mountain ranges- the Greens, Whites, Adirondacks, and Berkshires. Throughout the summer and fall, Stratton offers 27 holes of championship golf on a course that played host to six LPGA tournaments and tennis on New England’s only authentic red clay courts at the Stratton Mountain Tennis School with Cliff Drysdale Tennis. Phase one of the Mountain Bike Park opened in Fall 2019 with 4.7 miles of life-served terrain. Patrons can also enjoy biking, paddle boarding, indoor and outdoor yoga classes and outdoor concerts in the village. Stratton proves everything is better in the mountains.

Fall foliage season is a popular time to visit Stratton. As the Vermont leaves burst into bright colors, scenic lift rides on the Stratton Gondola become popular to see the reds, orange, and yellow leaves that spread across the Green Mountains. Stratton hosts a fall festival in October with a beer paring dinner, live music, a chili cook-off, hay rides and mountain top yoga. With winter right around the corner, guests are looking forward to the upcoming snow season, but they are still able to enjoy all outdoor activities they have been enjoying throughout the summer, including a few more hitting sessions on Stratton Mountain’s famous red clay. Knowing our guests are likely fans of Rafa and the French Open, we encourage and invite you to join us for an experience unlike any other on New England’s only red clay courts. This tennis facility combines world-class instruction and programs with a picturesque background of Stratton’s peak that is second to none. Stratton caters to the full spectrum of tennis players from individuals and couples to families and team groups with comprehensive adult and junior player options, cardio tennis, and weekly mixers. The tennis school has eight outdoor red clay courts, seven outdoor

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hard courts, and two indoor hard courts and is open year-round for guests to enjoy – so be sure to bring all your family and friends! Life on the mountain is always buzzing in the Village, a classic alpine gathering place. When staying on the mountain, there is a variety of accommodations that suit every style and budget, all at the heart of the resort. Everyone gathers at the Village at the base of the mountain to enjoy Vermont fresh fare, live music, shopping, or to unwind at the spa. Restaurants in the village range from family friendly to fine dining, all just steps from the slopes, lodging and tennis. From your sunrise hike to a moonlight concert, mountain top yoga to skiing the slopes, there is always something happening on Stratton Mountain.

If you are planning your first mountain getaway – or your first visit in a while – we guarantee you will find an outdoor experience like no other at Stratton Mountain in southern Vermont…no matter the season!

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PEOPLE TON ROELANDSE Originally from the Netherlands, Ton now resides in Miami and is a prominant member at the Cliff Drysdale Tennis managed resort, The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne, Miami.

Cliff Drysdale Tennis facilities extend across the United States and internationally, but we recognize we would be nothing without the guests and members that play tennis with us every day. Our members and guests are part of the CDT family and form a bond with our staff at each location. Members like Ton Roelandse embody what our CDT family so great. Ton is a longtime resident of Coconut Grove, Miami. He has played tennis at The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne, Miami for the last 15 years. He loves to play and enjoys his time on the picturesque courts, as well as experiencing the game with other locals, resort guests, and the local pros. Tennis has been an integral part of Roelandse’s life since he was a young child. He remembers hitting against a wall with a wooden racquet before switching to play competitive squash in the Netherlands in his early 20’s.

EMBODY the CDT FAMILY LIFESTYLE Highlighting Ton Roelandse

Ton grew up in The Hague, Netherlands, and he has been traveling the world and lived in many countries throughout his career as a management and technology consultant. He has called Miami home since 1996 when he came to complete work for a local utility company. Once Ton started living in Miami, he switched back to playing tennis because he loved being outside. He found The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne, Miami Tennis Garden through his then fiancée, now wife of 13 years, Monica. He religiously returns to these courts two or three times a week. He and Monica used to play singles and friendly doubles together before having two boys, now 7 and 8. Ton lives a short 20-minute drive away from The RitzCarlton, Key Biscayne – over the Rickenbacker Causeway that connects Miami to Key Biscayne. He described the scenic drive with palm trees and beaches as “extremely relaxing and adds to the enjoyment of going to tennis.” Nowadays, he takes private lessons and enjoys the morning group clinics that are “good competitive fun, that we all take extremely seriously” with his friends that he has made on the tennis courts.

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Left: Ton Roelandse joined by Director of Tennis, Max Mangones, after a lesson. Right: Ton poses with Ana Ivanovic (top) and Marion Bartoli (bottom) at the Miami All Star event at The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne, Miami Tennis Garden.

He has ventured to many other Cliff Drysdale Tennis facilities, including Crandon Park Tennis Center, former home of the Miami Open, and Grove Isle Tennis Center, and occasionally other clubs, but he keeps coming back to play at The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne for many reasons. He describes the tennis courts as “very well maintained and play very nice. He has a special connection with the large staff, pro shop and coaches alike. He describes the pro shop staff as “friendly, helpful, and fun”. He has played with many of the Cliff Drysdale Tennis coaches over the years including Max “Human Backboard” Mangones, Nate “I have a good court for you” Debut, Mel “Fashion Icon” Segota, Matic “c’mon first ball in team” Leskovar, and John “The Legend” Valdez. The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne offers a unique fun atmosphere, and everyone knows his name!

his own racquets on a weekly basis. He describes this as going from agony to almost a zen moment of focusing on his racquet and the new strings.

Being a technology consultant, of course he uses a “smart” dampener to measure everything form his calorie burn, to the number of split steps, to the spin rate, and ball speed. He uses this data-informed approach to set clear goals for his game. Ton also strings

The CDT family would not be the same without the passion, energy, and love for the game that is celebrated by everyone who graces any of our tennis facilities. For that, thank you to Ton and every other guest who gives us the opportunity to spread for the love of the game!

Over the years, tennis has taught him that “you are never as good as you think you are.” A great example of this is when he played Marion Bartoli at the Miami All Stars event hosted at The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne in 2013, the same year she won Wimbledon. Bartoli destroyed him with her kick serve. The following year, Ton had the opportunity to play with Ana Ivanovic at the same event. “She had an amazing attitude on court during match play. What struck me was her speed and seamless, effortless stroke production.” At the end of the match, Ana offered Ton a few pointers on his game, including one that has stuck with him over the years - hit high and deep on the return.

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ASHLEIGH BARTY

More than a Comeback Barty’s slice backhand, pictured above, is one of her most dangerous and unique strokes.

By Joey Hanf You’ve probably heard her name by now, but Ashleigh Barty’s rise to the top of the WTA rankings was nothing short of unexpected. She was an incredibly promising junior and soon a breakout teenage star, but that ascent came to a staggering halt. As we look back at Barty’s hiatus and ensuing success, remember that even when the stars align, sometimes we take a different path. At just 15 years old, it looked like Barty was going to be the next great Australian star. She became just the second Aussie to win the Wimbledon Junior Girls Championship in 2011, and the first since 1998 to win any junior major. Australia, a country with rich history of tennis success, was craving for a female star after a decades long drought. Margaret Court, still the all-time leader with 24 major titles, last won in 1963, and has not done much in recent years to help her popularity with the general public. 40

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PEOPLE So when Barty, still just 15 years old, earned Tennis Australia’s wild card into the main draw of the Australian Open, excitement was met equally with expectation. And unlike many her age, she delivered promising results on the professional stage. By 2013, still just 17, she had worked her way into the top 150 in the singles rankings, and the top 20 of the doubles rankings. Such results earned her comparisons to Martina Hingis, another former young star who excelled in singles and doubles. Those comparisons did not come solely because of her results, but also through her style of play. Barty’s game featured significantly more variety than many of her counterparts, and was not singularly focused on power or spin. With that potential, however, comes pressure. Most of Barty’s early success ended up coming in doubles, where she and partner Casey Dellacqua finished runner up at the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and U.S. Open. These results, which never really received the accolades they should have, influenced Barty’s tournament schedule in a way that ended up hurting her singles ranking. She could not qualify for the main draw of most main draw WTA tour events, but as a top doubles player, that took priority. By September of 2014, Barty shocked the world, announcing that she was stepping away from professional tennis. Barty admitted that her passion for tennis had waned, adding that “I wanted to make sure I was all in or there’s no point doing it.” “It is tough when you’re by yourself, and I think that’s why team sport is so appealing,” said Barty, who soon picked up professional Cricket in Australia. “There’s never a lonesome moment on the field if you’re struggling. There’s 10 other girls that can help you out and get you through the tough times.” Barty played cricket for the better part of one year, and given she had never played before, was very successful. Her athleticism and hand eye coordination was clear in whatever sport she chose to play. In February 2016, Barty announced she would return to professional tennis, initially just in doubles. By May, she was competing in both singles and doubles, where she immediately made an impact. In just her second event back in singles, she reached the quarterfinals of the Nottingham Open, losing top seed Karolina Pliskova in a tight match. The natural narrative would be an imminent rise up the rankings, but that’s not what the future held. Barty suffered a bone stress injury in her arm, and was left out of all but one tournament for the remainder of the season.

Barty, pictured here with partner Coco Vandewhege, has been dominant in both singles and doubles.

But in 2017, the pieces started falling into place. By year end, Barty would be inside the top 20 of both the singles and doubles rankings. She succeeded far more in singles than she ever had before, including a handful of top 10 wins and capturing her first WTA title. In doubles, she once again finished runner up at a major, this time the French Open. She and partner Dellacqua won the WTA Finals in October, capping off a fantastic year. In 2018, Barty captured her first major title in doubles at the U.S. Open, and continued to rise in the WTA singles rankings, reaching a career high number 15 at year end. Her game was coming together in ways that many had expected; her slice backhand gave every opponent fits, while her improved serve won her many more free points than earlier in her career. That comeback was a big enough story in itself. But Barty never settled for great; she wanted to be the best. 2019 was a historic year, where she won the French Open singles title on clay, what formerly was her worst surface. She reached world no. 1 and won the WTA Finals, this time in singles, and was named the WTA Player of the Year. Tennis has seen many returns to greatness over the years, but the fashion in which Ashleigh Barty triumphed through adversity may never be seen again in our sport. She has won many awards for her efforts, and there is no better person to honor with our distinction of merit.

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UNMATCHED EXCELLENCE Deep in the fifth set of the 2019 Wimbledon Final, it looked like Roger Federer was on his way to an historic 21st major title. He held two match points in the fifth set on his serve. But the opponent, and the occasion, felt all too familiar. Novak Djokovic had been there before, and he believed he could do it again. Showing little emotion, Djokovic fought off the match points before defeating Federer in the first ever 5th set 12-12 tiebreaker at Wimbledon. The match will go down as one of the defining moments of the Serbian’s career; he has become the model of consistency, never 42

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backing down from the moment or an opponent. And he has done so - relatively - under the radar. With Federer and Nadal enjoying some of the greatest fan support of all time, Djokovic has gone about his business in a way that is beyond admirable. It wasn’t always easy Wfor Djokovic, as he often makes it appear now. Early in his career, he struggled to earn fan support for a number of reasons. He retired or withdrew from a handful matches, would often have outbursts on court and became somewhat of a “villain” over time. While some players love

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PEOPLE embracing this role, it didn’t come naturally for Novak. His personality has always been one that wanted to connect with children and fans, and having crowds against him took a toll early in his career. Still to this day, Djokovic has tried to earn over the public’s support on a wider scale through new celebrations, fan engagement and much more.

Djokovic. His technique, athleticism, mix of aggression and defense makes him arguably the toughest opponent in all of men’s tennis. His baseline technique has always been near perfect, but he has totally rounded out his game by developing one of the best serves in the world and an excellent net game. There are virtually no weaknesses in his game.

Novak was asked how he deals with crowds that are against him after winning the Wimbledon title, and his response is a great indicator of how he has evolved over time.

If you could create a player that played the highestpercentage shot every time, it would be Djokovic. He rarely if ever makes a mental error, and has talked at length about his mental and emotional preparation for matches, including visualization.

“Of course, if you have the majority of the crowd on your side, it helps, it gives you motivation, it gives you strength, it gives you energy,” Djokovic said. “When you don’t, then you have to find it within, I guess.” Sure, Djokovic still has blips on the radar. A strange 2017 left him looking vulnerable for the first time, but he silenced those doubts immediately with a strong 2018 season. Over the last eights years, Djokovic has won 15 of his 16 major titles, an astonishing clip of almost two per year. During that time, he has been ranked no. 1 in the world for over 270 weeks, good enough for third all time. He has won every big title there is to win; he’s the only player to win all 9 ATP Masters 1000 series events, a true testament to Djokovic’s ability on all surfaces. When coaches, experts and commentators talk about how modern tennis is played, there is no better example than

“I obviously try to play the match in my mind before I go on the court,” Djokovic said. “Also there has to be, next to the willpower, strength that comes not just from your physical self, but from your mental and emotional self.” He’s as spiritual of a player as there is on tour, even once hiring a “guru”, Pepe Imaz, to be a part of his team. You can question Djokovic’s strategy or antics, but it’s impossible to argue with his results. And his ability to achieve so much, when many in the sport have rooted for him to fail, makes his accomplishment all the more impressive. He has a chance to go down as the greatest to ever play the game, and he’s mentally doing just fine even if you think he’s not. That inner belief and confidence is what has spurred Djokovic to become the most dominant player of the decade, and sooner or later, everyone is going to be paying attention.

“OF COURSE, IF YOU HAVE THE MAJORITY OF THE CROWD ON YOUR SIDE, IT HELPS, IT GIVES YOU MOTIVATION, IT GIVES YOU STRENGTH, IT GIVES YOU ENERGY.” -Novak Djokovic

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CLUB OF THE YEAR: SANTA ANA COUNTRY CLUB New to the Cliff Drysdale Tennis portfolio in 2019, Santa Ana Country Club has quickly built a dedicated and loyal tennis community at every level. Located in San Jose, Costa Rica, Director of Tennis Daniel Lopez and Head Pro Jose Carlos Hidalgo have grown both adult and junior tennis at an astounding rate. Adult recreational play has reached record numbers, with a remarkable 90% retention rate in Tennis 101, a beginner program for new players. Junior tennis at SACC is amongst the most prestigious of all CDT managed clubs, with most of Costa Rica’s top players training in the Santa Ana Academy, as well as a strong grassroots youth program. Special events like mixers and round robins have not only had high demand, but also strong member satisfaction. “Tennis revenue has far exceeded expectations, but most importantly, tennis has been leveraged as an experience-driven activity that is welcoming of all players,” said Scott McCulloch, Vice President of Operations. “You can feel the energy just walking by the courts, and I’m extremely proud of Daniel and Jose for the culture they have created.”

DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR: YANA ORLOVA Rosewood Bermuda

Yana Orlova is the Director of Tennis at Rosewood Bermuda, a premium resort and club destination in Hamilton Parish, Bermuda. She has overseen rapid growth at the club, highlighted by a busy adult program and very popular junior summer camp. Yana’s work ethic and outreach efforts have allowed her to make Rosewood Bermuda the epicenter of tennis in Bermuda. “Yana has done an incredible job in 2019 in leading the tennis team at Rosewood Bermuda,” said Scott Colebourne, Chief Operating Officer. “When we began managing the program there in July of 2018 we were lucky to have Ashley Brooks continue working there alongside Yana. Together the two of them have worked fantastically together to grow the program, as well as the other staff at the club. This is a testimony to Yana’s leadership and the growth in the program as a result of the fantastic teaching and promotions by Yana and Ashley.”

DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR: GRAHAM MILLER John Newcombe Country Club, New Braunfels, TX Graham Miller is the Director of Tennis at John Newcombe Country Club, where he has served in many leadership roles for over four years. Graham oversees a strong team of pros that deliver an energetic and consistent experience on the court, which has built a loyal clientele and following over the years. Junior play options such as UTR matchplays have grown exponentially in 2019 under Miller’s watch, as has adult beginner participation in Tennis 101. “I’ve known Graham for many years now and don’t know anyone more deserving of the Director of the Year award,“ said Mallory Danna, General Manager of John Newcombe Country Club. “He goes above and beyond on the tennis courts with his clients, whether it’s one on one training or a group tennis clinic, he has an amazing energy on court leaving you wanting to come back.”

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PRO OF THE YEAR: KRISTIE REID Walden Racquet Center Montgomery, TX

Kristie Reid is the Director of Junior Tennis at Walden Racquet Center, where she oversees players of all ages and stages in their tennis development pathway. Kristie’s long-term and growth mindset have been crucial to the success of junior tennis at Walden. She has implemented a number of popular programs that allow juniors players to have positive, meaningful tennis experiences. “Kristie always sees the big picture and helps shape our vision for the club,” said Rob Lowe, Director of Tennis. “She is a team player, and so passionate about her work. That’s evident in her daily attitude and we’re lucky to have her here at Walden.”

SUPPORT STAFF OF THE YEAR: NELSON RINCON Weston Tennis Center

SUPPORT STAFF OF THE YEAR: CHRISTINA MILIDONIS

Weston, FL

Bluewater Bay Tennis Center

Nelson Rincon is the Maintenance Director at Weston Tennis Center, a 16 court public facility. Nelson keeps the clay courts in impeccable condition for Weston members, and always looks for ways to improve the club experience. He also led the club in Hurricane preparation and recovery, where his efforts were crucial to minimizing damage and ensuring a swift re-opening.

Christina Milidonis is the Pro Shop and Membership Manager at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. She is not only a friendly and personable face at the club, but also a great ambassador for spreading the tennis word in the local community. She has also created a fantastic community on the club’s facebook page.

“Nelson is a pleasure to work with every day,” said Albert Fernandez, Director of Tennis. “He is always positive and helpful in every way. He assists not only our employees, but our members as well. He is truly an asset to Weston Tennis Center.”

Niceville, FL

“Bluewater Bay is lucky to have someone like Christina who brings such a positive attitude to work every day,” said Gary Bertoldo, Director of Tennis. “She keeps our club running smoothly, and spends valuable time with all of our members. She is a great asset to our team.”

AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR: ROB LOWE Rob Lowe is the Director of Tennis at Walden Racquet Center and Regional Director for Cliff Drysdale Tennis. He has overseen one of the fastest growing programs in the region, and was awarded as the USTA Texas Net Generation Provider of the Year. He also delivers exceptional on court experiences at CDT special events throughout the year. “Whether you interact with Rob on or off the court, his ability to communicate and relate with everyone is what makes him such a charismatic and influential leader,” said Joey Hanf, Director of Communications. “He’s never afraid to embrace new ideas, and will be a major name in this industry for many years.”

AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR: CAL LOVERIDGE Georgetown, TX

Cal Loveridge is the Director of Tennis at Cimarron Hills Country Club, and has held a handful of Director roles at CDT managed locations across the U.S. Cal has shown the ability to grow programs at every location he’s managed and does so through his extremely personable nature and emphasis on working as a team. “Cal has been a great ambassador of tennis and fun for all through tennis since joining the company many years ago,” said Scott McCulloch, Vice President of Operations. “Cal has always cared first and foremost about the experience that his members have both at this club and other signature events that CDT offers throughout the country.” EXPERIENCE Magazine | www.ExperienceCDT.com

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OUR TENNIS RETREATS INCLUDE: • Luxurious accommodations for 4 nights • 15 hours of tennis instruction, including drills, on court match play and coaching • Daily breakfast • Welcome reception and cocktail party • Player’s party awards presentation and video show • Optional spa services • Airport shuttle by request

2020 DATES: APRIL 15-19 | Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, CA OCT 7-11 | Omni Amelia Island Plantation, Amelia Island, FL OCT 14-18 | The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami, FL OCT 21-25 | The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami, FL

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INDUSTRY

RACQUET WAR

Paving the Way Forward By Joey Hanf

Adult tennis players across the nation have long known what “play opportunities” were at their hands. Traditionally, one can play in lessons, clinics, interclub leagues, USTA leagues as well as sanctioned or unsanctioned tournaments. Each has their own benefits, and downsides. But within the framework of these play options, there were a number of gaps that left players wanting more. This is where Racquet War would like to introduce themselves. Founded by Oakley Foy in 2009, Racquet War is a new kind of tournament experience for players of all levels. Aimed at providing a better experience for competitive and social adult players, Foy has tackled many of the problems with traditional tournaments. His events are growing exponentially each year. “I was pretty active in tennis and couldn’t ever find tournaments to play in, and the ones I did were run so poorly, so disorganized, playing the same people that I play all the time,” said Foy. “I decided that I could run a tournament better than that, and I would run it like tennis players like it run, not some tennis pro at a club who was only doing it because they had to.”

Oakley Foy (center) founded Racquet Wars in 2009, and now hosts dozens of tournaments each year singles and doubles.

First, when most adult players experience a tournament, there are a number of roadblocks. Registration can be challenging; not only do you have to understand your own level of play, but you have to ensure that other players in the tournament are of a similar level. Racquet War modifies the traditional rating model by actually testing players out before the tournament begins. “The waterfall was developed for multiple reasons,” said Foy. “Players can’t complain about people being underrated, overrated or whatever. Anyone can play with anyone, the ratings don’t matter. So if I am a 4.0 and my best friend is a 3.0, I can play with them. All draws always make.

Racquet War players have the option to add on a tennis clinic in addition to their tournament matches, a popular option to fine tune their game.

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Thousands of players participate in Racquet War tournaments each year. 2019 Amelia Island Racquet War group pictured above.

Finally, so many tournaments have draws not make because of not enough players. We don’t have that problem with the waterfall because they always make.” By creating divisions based upon results, Racquet War becomes an option for all players to enjoy success right away. In traditional tournaments, if drawn against a tough opponent and suffering a loss, a player or teams chance to succeed is gone right away. At the same time, there is very much a competitive edge to these events, as the winners advance in their division and earn opportunities to qualify for higher ranking Racquet Wars tournaments, such as the national championship. The next element that separates Racquet War from many of tennis’ competitive alternatives is location and setting. Foy has partnered with tennis resorts and clubs around the country to provide bucket list destinations for his tournaments. Another emphasis on the experience, Racquet War offers discounted lodging options on site, as well as a kick-off clinic for all tournament participants. Finally, Racquet War has an on-site photographer at each event that provides photos for players to take home. These little details have elevated Racquet War to be at the front of mind for any active adult tennis player.

Tournament packages have allowed for couples, doubles partners, and large groups to attend these events and enjoy a trip that includes first class tennis. This, Foy says, is where the social aspect of Racquet War has been crucial in it’s growth. “The social part of our tournaments is just as important as the actual tennis tournament,” said Foy. “People are looking for an experience, a weekend getaway, to not only play tennis, but have a good time.” Racquet War tournaments have been hosted at a handful of Cliff Drysdale Tennis locations, including Omni Amelia Island Resort and Plantation, Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa and Weston Tennis Center. 2020 events are also scheduled for Walden Racquet Center, Bluewater Bay Tennis Center, and The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami. “Oakley looks at every aspect of the tournament from the eyes of a player, and what the player would want, which makes sense because Oakley is a player himself,” said Scott Colebourne, COO of Cliff Drysdale Tennis. “I think that’s the major difference between Racquet War and other tournaments is that these events really put the players first. I’m proud that CDT has played a small role in Racquet War expansion and continued growth.”

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NET GENERATION: More than Marketing By Joey Hanf Launched in August of 2017, Net Generation was the newest USTA initiative aimed at growing the game of tennis with kids aged 5-18. With the U.S. Open’s large audience in line, there was clearly going to be a lot of eyes on this new campaign. Net Generation’s goal at announcement was to provide American tennis with one unified youth brand for children to get into the sport, making it easier for children and their parents to learn about tennis and get into the game in schools, parks and tennis clubs across the country. “Net Generation is a bold approach to empower kids to play the game while elevating and setting new standards on how we deliver and engage children in our sport,” said Craig Morris, General Manager, USTA Community Tennis and Youth Tennis. “These efforts will make a lasting impact to help drive youth participation throughout the country.”

Excitement and intrigue were met with skepticism, however. Many believed that this was simply a new marketing slogan that would end up with the same old results. Over two years later with clear progress in view, it’s clear that Net Generation has been a big win for both youth players and tennis providers alike. Primarily, the experience that children have with tennis has been more clearly refined and made consistent, regardless of where you’re located. Resources such as drills, games and lesson plans have allowed coaches of various experience levels to be able to deliver an excellent experience across the board. And the more providers that have registered for Net Generation, the easier it is for parents to find tennis programs and locations near them. All Cliff Drysdale Tennis professionals and locations are registered on Net Generation,

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INDUSTRY and offer an array of programs for all levels and ages. One of the most valuable assets for coaches is the equipment and access to help provide after-school programs at schools. Net Generation certified coaches can help out in a number of ways, including physical education substitutes as well as after-school programs on and off site. Rob Lowe, Director of Tennis at Walden Racquet Center and the USTA Texas Net Gen Provider of the Year, said that Net Generation had allowed him to introduce tennis to hundreds of new players that he previously had trouble reaching. “Our progress in the schools was remarkable in 2019, thanks in large part to the help of Net Generation,” Lowe said. “These relationships are creating new and lifelong tennis players.

Physical Education and organized athletics was a big component Net Generation offered to expand my vision as a professional.” Of course, there’s more work to be done. Clearly defining and strengthening the player pathway remains a top priority, with play options for players of all levels being piloted at CDT managed locations across the country. There is more competition than ever for youth activities and sports, as well as the attention grabbing screens at children’s disposal. Net Generation, however, has unified junior tennis across the nation, a key first step to ensuring increased participation and player retention. While it might have sounded like another nice slogan, Net Generation is proving to be much more than just a marketing campaign.

Top Left: By using lower compression balls, young players are able to have a better tennis experience faster. Right: Net Generation provides coaches with equipment and training material to best serve players of all ages and abilities .

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WORLD OF TROON | NEWS & NOTES

TROON NAMED ONE OF ARIZONA’S MOST ADMIRED COMPANIES Troon® was recognized as one of Arizona’s Most Admired Companies for 2019 by AZ Business magazine and BestCompaniesAZ. The Most Admired Companies awards are designed to recognize the contributions and impact that exceptional Arizona-based employers bring to the state. Companies were judged on their performance in customer opinion, innovation, leadership excellence, social responsibility, and workplace culture. In total, 50 companies were recognized by AZ Business magazine and BestCompaniesAZ as Most Admired Companies winners.

NEW TROON APP IS COMING SOON!

Newly redesigned, the completely reimagined Troon App will allow custom personalization, giving users the option to select their home course from a list of Troon facilities. Additional features will include the ability to book tee times, manage Troon Rewards and Troon Card accounts, enhanced GPS experiences, video-on-demand, the latest Troon News, and instant notifications on special offers, activities and events.

POPULAR TROON CARD PROGRAM EXPANDS

The Troon Rewards program was founded on a simple premise the more you play, the more you save. Through golf’s largest loyalty program, golfers can earn one point for every dollar they spend on their golf fees, golf instruction fees, club sponsored clinics and golf shop merchandise at participating Troon-managed and brand-affiliated daily-fee courses. Troon Rewards is free to register by visiting www.TroonRewards.com.

Troon has expanded its popular Troon Card frequent player program for 2020 to include more golf courses. Troon Cards are offered for specific states and regions of the country and provide preferred Troon Card golf fees of up to 50 percent at participating Troon-managed and brand-affiliated courses. For more information, visit TroonCard.com.

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GOLFWEEK HONORS TROONMANAGED FACILITES IN 2020 BEST COURSES RANKING Golfweek’s “Ultimate Guide” of “Best Courses” for 2020 features more than 40 Troon-managed and brand-affiliated facilities. Among the courses featured by Golfweek, Gamble Sands in Washington state and Kapalua’s Plantation Course on Maui are the two highest ranked courses. Other Troon-affiliated courses appearing on the publication’s Best Resort Courses list include Cascata Golf Club in Las Vegas, Nevada; Pronghorn’s Nicklaus Course in Bend, Oregon; and Princeville Makai Golf Club on Kauai. Best Residential Courses include Pronghorn’s Fazio Course in Bend; Quintero Golf Club in Peoria, Arizona; Champion Hills in Hendersonville, North Carolina; Troon Country Club in Scottsdale, Arizona; and Wickenburg Ranch Golf & Social Club in Wickenburg, Arizona.

PROFESSIONALS TEE IT UP AT TROON FACILITIES Troon-managed golf facilities around the world will host a total of 15 professional golf events across eight professional tours in 2020. Events and properties hosting PGA TOUR tournaments include the Sentry Tournament of Champions at Kapalua in Maui, the Safeway Open at Silverado Resort and Spa in Napa, and the QBE Shootout at Tiburón Golf Club in Naples, Florida. On the European Tour, Abu Dhabi Golf Club in the UAE will host the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship and Royal Greens Golf & Country Club in Saudi Arabia will host the Saudi International. Three LPGA Tour tournaments will be played at Troon-managed facilities, including the ShopRite LPGA Classic at Seaview Hotel and Golf Club in New Jersey, the CME Group Tour Championship at Tiburón, and the Kia Classic at Aviara in Carlsbad, California.

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7 2020 marks Troon’s 30-year anniversary. Since its beginnings in 1990 with the management of the iconic Troon North Golf Club, Troon has grown to become the world’s largest club management company with more than 465 locations around the globe, including overseeing 510 18-hole equivalent golf courses. Troon is more than golf, as the company also specializes in homeowner association management, private residence clubs, estate management and associated hospitality venues.

TROON CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2020

Troon’s award-winning food and beverage division operates and manages more than 400 food and beverage operations located at golf resorts, private clubs, daily fee golf courses and recreational facilities. With properties located in 45 states and 33 countries, Troon’s family of brands has grown to include Troon Golf,® Troon Privé,® Troon International,® Honours Golf,® OB Sports, Green Golf Partners, CADDIEMASTER,® True Club Solutions, Cliff Drysdale Tennis and RealFood Consulting.

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CDT A T- A - G L A N C E

2019

Above (left to right) The first ever Cliff Drysdale Tennis camps on grass were held in July and August at Sand Valley Resort. Side Scott Colebourne and Michael Topp hit volleys at 7,000 feet in Red Ledges, Utah Below (clockwise left to right) The Cliff Drysdale Touring Camp made a summer stop at Red Ledges, Utah. Cliff Drysdale Tennis employees enjoy labor day action at the U.S. Open. Rob Lowe, Director of Tennis at Walden Racquet Center, was named the Net Gen Provider of the year by USTA Texas. Cliff Drysdale Tennis pros competing in a pro exhibition on the stunning grass courts at Belfair. The Touring Team hosted a fantastic member event at Belfair Club in Bluffton, South Carolina.

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Above & Side (left to right) A fantastic group enjoyed our Ladies Retreat at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation. The “Hot Swingers” on court at the Ladies Retreat at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami. Matchplay at the Miami Ladies Retreat Below (clockwise left to right) One of the unique features of the Ladies Retreat are the fine dining experiences. The “Ball Busters” were crowned champions of Week 2 in Miami. Junior tennis at Weston Tennis Center. Max Mangones, Director of Tennis at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami.

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HAWKS CAY RESORT | DUCK KEY, FL

CHÂTEAU ÉLAN RESORT Braselton, GA

SPECIAL EVENTS Matt Kirkham

Director of Tennis P: 404.432.0525 m.kirkham@cliffdrysdale.com

Kirkham, originally from Nottingham England, is an LTA level 3 qualified pro and has taught in many different environments over 10 years. Kirkham joined CDT in 2015 joining the team at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center in Niceville, Florida taking the position as Junior program director, and was based there for 3.5 years before making the move to Chateau Elan.

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Daily wine tasting and tours

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3 championship hard courts, 2 Har-Tru clay courts, and 4 pickleball courts

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The Chateau Elan Winery, Vineyards, and Tasting Rooms

Weekly live music at Paddy’s Pub

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35,000 square foot European spa

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Resort pool and hot tub

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Daily clinics, lessons, junior programs & adult leagues

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45 holes of championship golf

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Customizable camp experiences

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THE RITZ-CARLTON Key Biscayne, Miami, FL

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March 23-April 5, 2020: Miami Open Experiences

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10 Har-Tru© courts, 3 world class padel courts, 1 Champion hard court

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October 14-18, 2020: Ladies Retreat

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2 outdoor heated oceanfront swimming pools and whirlpool

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October 21-25, 2020: Ladies Retreat

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Weekly live music, cantina nights, Sunday brunch, & lounge parties

Water recreation: windsurfing, sailing, and kayaking

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Private beachfront access

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20,000 square foot Mobil 4-Star luxury spa and salon

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Max Mangones

Director of Tennis P: 305.365.4300 m.mangones@cliffdrysdale.com Certified at the highest USPTA P1 coaching level, Max also has strong credentials from his playing days, including All-State Honors in Florida as a junior player, and participating in two Davis Cup ties for his native country, Haiti.

OMNI AMELIA ISLAND PLANTATION RESORT Amelia Island, FL

SPECIAL EVENTS Robert Wright

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January 17-19, February 7-9 & 21-23, 2020: Doubles Boot Camp

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#1 tennis camp in the U.S. by Tennis Resorts Online

P: 904.277.5151 r.wright@cliffdrysdale.com

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March 5-8, 2020: Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance

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23 Har-Tru© tennis courts

Wright, from England, is an LTA-certified teaching pro with more than a decade of coaching experience. Since joining CDT in early 2016, Wright has held key leadership roles at luxury resorts in Florida, California and Maryland.

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October 7-11, 2020: Ladies Retreat

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Nature inspired signature spa

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3 miles of uncrowded beaches

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54 holes of Championship golf

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All encompassing fitness center

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OMNI LA COSTA RESORT & SPA Carlsbad, CA

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March 1, 2020: WTT Celebrity All-Star March

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April 16-19, 2020: Ladies Retreat

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July-August: World Team Tennis “Home of the San Diego Aviators”

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13 hard courts and 4 red clay courts (7 lighted)

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Luxuriously appointed rooms, suites and villas

P: 760.929.6387 b.cunningham@cliffdrysdale.com

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Two championship golf courses designed by PGA legends

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The Spa at La Costa, a renowned wellness spa ranked in the top 5 spas in the nation

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A native of Australia, Bryce brings international experience as a player and director. A former tour player on the ITF circuit, Bryce holds a USPTA P1 certification as well as certification as a personal trainer.

OMNI RANCHO LAS PALMAS RESORT & SPA Rancho Mirage, CA

SPECIAL EVENTS Chris Fotopoulos

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March 10, 2020: Tennis with the Stars Charity Event

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Weekly live entertainment at BluEmber, Yoga at the Spa and family entertainment

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P: 816.813.2449 c.fotopoulos@cliffdrysdale.com Chris Fotopoulos, from Prairie Village Kansas, played collegiately at the University of Oklahoma, and has over 7 years of teaching experience at various clubs throughout his career. Most recently, Chris was a part of former #8 in the world Jack Sock’s team assisting/participating in practices, match warm-ups, and worked with other members of his team to help coordinate on and off court responsibilities.

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25 championship hard courts

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Lazy river, two waterslides and more water fun!

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Four star resort restaurant

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50,000 square feet of flexible meeting space

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27-hole Ted Robinson designed golf course

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20,000 square foot European Spa with 26 treatment rooms

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Daily clinics, lessons, junior programs & adult leagues

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Customizable camp experiences

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HAWKS CAY RESORT Duck Key, FL

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Adult tennis camps daily

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Weekly live music, Captain’s Hour, trivia and family activities

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Customizable camp experiences

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4 Har-Tru© courts, 4 championship hard courts

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Full service fitness center & spa

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Island lagoon beach area & 5 swimming pools

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Water sports including: para-sailing, kayaking, and jet ski tours

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Snorkeling and scuba diving

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Hannah Thompson Director of Tennis

P: 305.743.7000 h.thompson@cliffdrysdale.com

A native of the United Kingdom, Hannah has been a tennis professional since 2006 with experience coaching all ages and abilities in a developmental, technical and tactical capacity.

STRATTON MOUNTAIN Stratton, VT

SPECIAL EVENTS Robert Menzies Director of Tennis

P: 802.297.4236 r.menzies@cliffdrysdale.com

A New Zealand native, Robert has been coaching since he was sixteen and has spent the better part of the last eight years coaching in the United States. After gradutation for Auckland University in New Zealand, focusing on Sport and Recreation, he received coaching qualifications in both New Zealand and the USA and has been apart of the Cliff Drysdale Tennis team since 2012.

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8 red clay courts and 2 indoor courts

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March 13-15, 2020: Vermont Open

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March 21-22, 2020: 24 Hours of Stratton

Big mountain skiing and snowboarding on 94 trails and top rated terrain parks

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April 10-11, 2020: WonderGrass

Hiking, biking, fly-fishing and many more activities!

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May 22-25, 2020: Memorial Day Weekend Tennis Getaway

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Indoor and outdoor pools

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27 hole golf course

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ROSEWOOD BERMUDA Hamilton Parish, Bermuda

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Wednesday Nights May-August 2020: Harbour Nights

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May 24, 2020: Bermuda Day

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Adult tennis camps daily

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4 Har-Tru© courts

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A Sense of Taste culinary programs

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Sense Spa

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Beach club activities

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Scuba diving adventures

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Sunset cruises aboard “Tidal Pull”

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Tucker’s Point golf course

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Yana Orlova

Director of Tennis P: +1 441.705.6960 y.orlova@cliffdrysdale.com

An accomplished player who has competed professionally on the ITF Pro Circuit and acquired master’s degree in Sport Coaching, Orlova brings a wealth of tennis playing, coaching and management experience to the resort.

SAND VALLEY RESORT Nekoosa, WI

SPECIAL EVENTS Katie Steck

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Summer-Fall 2020: Daily Dream Tennis Day packages

P: 830.625.5911 Ext 208 k.steck@cliffdrysdale.com

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Spring-Fall 2020: Daily golf experiences

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Customizable camp experiences

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15 grass tennis courts

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3 award-winning golf courses

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More than 15 miles of hiking, running, and fat tire biking trails

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Swimming, fishing, kayaking in 3 lakes

INN AT PERRY CABIN St. Michaels, MD

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Daily yoga by the Miles River or Qi-Gong in the gardens

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3 Har-Tru tennis courts

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Sail, Serve and Swing packages daily

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Plant based spa treatments available daily

The Sailing Academy with multi-day sailing certification courses

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The Links at Perry Cabin

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26 acres of gardens to wander

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Daily clinics, lessons and junior programs

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Outdoor pool at The Spa at Perry Cabin

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Customizable camp experiences

Andrew Reiley

Director of Tennis

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P: 410.745.2200 a.reiley@cliffdrysdale.com

Hailing from Long Island, Reiley played NCAA Collegiate Tennis in his home state of New York. Most recently, he was selected for Cliff Drysdale’s Professional Tennis U program which has led to his key involvement in the production of adult tennis camps at signature resorts in Texas, Florida, and California.

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SANTA ANA COUNTRY CLUB San Jose, Costa Rica

Newly developed by Garnier & Garnier, Santa Ana Country Club is a social and sports club focused on the welfare of those who visit it and on the protection of the environment. Santa Ana Country Club is the most innovative country club being developed in Costa Rica within the last 40 years. The club has a significant focus on sustainability and has allocated 90 percent of its property to green areas with 1.6 miles of trails for walking, running, or cycling; and a Dog Park. In total there are nine tennis courts, of which seven courts are red clay and four are indoors with a semi-open design that will give the feeling of being outdoors; and the benefit of offering protection from rain and sun. Santa Ana Country Club will be a place to share with friends and family, savor a varied cuisine, study, work or simply relax.

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9 tennis courts; 7 red clay & 2 hard courts

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8 lane Semi-Olympic Pool and a recreational pool

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Squash and volley ball courts

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Soccer fields

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Putting green and golf simulator

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Gourmet dining

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Fitness and Wellness Center

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Daniel Lopez

Director of Tennis P: +506.4104.2500 d.lopez@cliffdrysdale.com A native of Mexico, Daniel played NCAA Collegiate Tennis in South Carolina. He is a graduate of Cliff Drysdale´s Tennis Professional Advancement Program and has been with Cliff Drysdale for 5 years working at various locations.

CIMARRON HILLS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Georgetown, TX

Cal Loveridge

Director of Tennis P: 512.763.8738 c.loveridge@cliffdrysdale.com Originally from the UK, Loveridge is a Level 3 Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) certified professional with a wealth of playing and coaching experience. He played collegiate tennis at Lees McRae and Newberry University before beginning his coaching career. He has served numerous key roles at Cliff Drysdale Tennis managed facilities, including most recently as Director Adult Tennis at John Newcombe Country Club in New Braunfels, Texas. 76

A private membership club and community at Cimarron Hills is located on the cusp of Austin and the Texas Hill Country. Members have access to the magnificent 45,000 squarefoot clubhouse and a full complement of award-winning community amenities. Several membership options exist for individuals and families to enjoy golf, swimming, fitness, tennis, and a full-service spa. The tennis center includes five championship hard courts, all of which are lighted for night play. Tennis programming at Cimarron Hills feature an expanded schedule for both adults and juniors. In addition to weekly programming, the club hosts various social events, mixers, and sanctioned tournaments. EXPERIENCE Magazine | www.ExperienceCDT.com

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Five lighted tennis courts

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18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course

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Cimarron Spa

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Swimming pool with swim lanes and children wading areas

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Hike and bike trails

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World class dining

JOHN NEWCOMBE COUNTRY CLUB New Braunfels, TX

If your idea of a perfect environment for your family includes a peaceful hill country landscape as your backdrop, then John Newcombe Estate & Country Club is your dream destination! Our Club veranda overlooks our show courts and it is a perfect spot to have a glass of wine with friends and wind down. We are occasionally honored with a visit from our honorary members, the beautiful white tail deer. Our fitness center boasts a state of-the-art facility with unrivaled equipment for any and all of your workout needs. Our fitness experts are the finest in Central Texas and are up on all the latest innovations in the fitness industry. Our team offers junior performance training, group fitness classes, which includes yoga, pilates and aerobics to name a few.

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Acreage home sites and luxury custom homes

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Parks and nature trails

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World class tennis instruction

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13 lighted championship hard courts

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Kids Club

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State of the art fitness center

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Junior olympic pool

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Volleyball, beach tennis court & basketball court

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Graham Miller

Director of Tennis P: 830.625.2005 g.miller@cliffdrysdale.com A native of Australia who was a high ranking junior player. He served as assistant director at the John Newcombe Tennis Academy for 10 years where he coached world class junior players. He is currently the Director at the John Newcombe Country Club where he has worked for the past three years.

RED LEDGES CLUB Heber Valley, UT

Michael Topp

Director of Tennis P: 847.997.8429 m.topp@cliffdrysdale.com

From New Zealand, Topp has held roles at a handful of Cliff Drysdale Tennis facilities since 2014. A natural problem solver with an easy smile and welcoming demeanor both on and off the court makes Michael a strong leader for the Red Ledges team.

Nestled in beautiful Heber Valley, with the majestic background of the Timpanogos Mountains, Red Ledges is a private community that offers a one of a kind experience. We offer an array of activities in our community year round. Being part of a four season landscape offers you the best of both worlds. In the summer you are surrounded by beautiful views of natural red sandstone ledges, while in the winter you get the unmatched experience of Park City. It may take you a little time to adjust to the altitude, but rest assured; our tennis programs will give you everything you need to succeed.

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Acreage home sites and luxury custom model homes

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Parks and nature trails

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4 lighted championship hard courts

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Award-winning Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course

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12-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Park

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Jim McLean Golf School

TYLER ATHLETIC & SWIM CLUB Tyler, TX

PROPERTY FEATURES Tyler Athletic and Swim Club has received rave reviews as an all-inclusive, premier lifestyle club. Located along the fast growing Old Jacksonville corridor, in the Oak Creek community, a place where residents come to live, work, and play. The club features a 14,000 square foot clubhouse, outdoor pool and recreation areas, as well as 12 lighted tennis courts. The amenity is available to Oak Creek residents, and a limited number of single and family memberships for the public.

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Acreage home sites and luxury custom model homes

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12 lighted championship hard courts

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14,000 square foot clubhouse

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Outdoor pool and recreation area

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Kids Club

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World class tennis instruction

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Synthetic grass premium athletic field

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State of the art indoor/outdoor fitness center

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Matthew Coerver Director of Tennis

P: 903.561.3014 m.coerver@cliffdrysdale.com Matthew has been a Director of Tennis for eight years at Cliff Drysdale Tennis. He spent three years as Regional Director of seven CDT Managed In-Shape facilities. His coaching ability and passion for tennis are unmatched.

WALDEN RACQUET CENTER Montgomery, TX

Rob Lowe

Director of Tennis P: 936.582.1022 r.lowe@cliffdrysdale.com Lowe, originally from the UK, has extensive experience working with adults & juniors of all levels. He has led numerous programs in the UK and USA at private clubs & communities ranging from 600 to 2,000 residents and/or members.

Walden on Lake Conroe is a prestigious community planned for 5,200 dwellings. Five thousand acres of the Lake Conroe are located within the Sam Houston National Forest. In addition to the lake, a privately owned 536slip marina, a breathtaking privately owned 18-hole golf course, a 16-court tennis facility, swimming pools, children’s playgrounds and “hike and bike” trails are among the many recreational amenities available to Walden residents. Social activities, community events, athletic competitions and volunteer opportunities occur year-round -- guaranteeing an active schedule for those who want to get involved. Walden Racquet Center has a full service Tennis Pro Shop, offering rackets, tennis shoes and most recent fashions in tennis and fitness apparel.

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14 outdoor courts (4 covered, 10 lighted)

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21,000 acre lake

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Marina

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18 hole golf course

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Swimming pools

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Hike and bike trails

THE CLUBS AT HOUSTON OAKS Hockley, TX

The Clubs at Houston Oaks, located just 35 miles northwest of Houston, is an exclusive private membership club and community offering a number of first-class facilities for the entire family. Amenities include a Chet Williams designed 18-hole Championship Golf Course, a separate “Family 9,” Tennis Facility, Gun Club, Fish Camp with stocked fishing lakes, an Equestrian and Ranch Facility, a variety of luxury lodging options, a main clubhouse, Park House, Fishing Lodge, Gun Club Lodge, Family Pool with Lakeside Beach, Adult Infinity Pool, and soon to be completed “Bunker 55” wine cave, all set within 950 acres studded with beautiful old growth oaks and lakes. The combination of unique, firstclass amenities, natural beauty and proximity to Houston create a truly special private club and retreat.

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6 professional LED lighted, medium speed courts, including pro shop

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Chet Williams designed 18-hole Championship Golf Course

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Gun Club-one of the top shotgun shooting facilities in Texas

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Equestrian Club

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Wellness Club including fitness center, spa and lakeside beach

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Fishing Club including 18 stocked lakes and ponds, retail shop, lighted dock and fishing pier

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Social Club including luxury accommodations and kids club

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Michael Holder Director of Tennis

P: 713.888.0000 m.holder@cliffdrysdale.com Originally from Horseshoe Bay, Texas, Holder is a graduate of Schriener College where he received a degree in sports management while also playing on the Men’s Tennis team. His energetic and fun teaching style is favored by his clients. He truly makes each and every tennis experience a memorable one.

• ARIZONA

Phoenix Country Club Phoenix +1.602.263.5208 www.phoenixcountryclub.com

• BERMUDA

Rosewood Bermuda Hamilton Parish R

C L I F F D R Y S D A L E T E N N I S | Facilities Directory

+1.441.298.4000 www.cliffdrysdale.com/locations/ rosewood-bermuda

• CALIFORNIA

In Shape - Browns Valley Vacaville +1.707.449.6465 www.cdtinshape.com

In Shape - Demaree Visalia +1.559.622.0480 www.cdtinshape.com

In Shape - El Dorado Shingle Springs +1.530.672.1699 www.cdtinshape.com

In Shape - Dover Fairfield +1.707.425.1483 www.cdtinshape.com

In Shape - Marina Stockton +1.209.478.1922 www.cdtinshape.com

In Shape Rancho Solano

Carlsbad R +1.760.931.7501 http://cliffdrysdale.com/locations/ omni-la-costa-resort-and-spa

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa Rancho Mirage R +1.760.837.2342 www.cliffdrysdale.com/locations/ omni-rancho-las-palmas

• COLORADO Arrowhead at Vail Edwards +1.970.306.8022 www.cliffdrysdale.com/locations/ arrowhead-at-vail

Beaver Creek Tennis Center Beaver Creek +1.970.754.5781 http://cliffdrysdale.com/locations/ beaver-creek-tennis-center

• COSTA RICA

Santa Ana Country Club San José +1.506.4104.2500 www.santaanacountryclubcr.com

• FLORIDA

Bluewater Bay Tennis Center Niceville +1.850.897.8010 www.bluewatertennis.com

Crandon Park Tennis Center Key Biscayne

Fairfield

+1.305.365.2300 www.crandontennis.com

+1.707.421.8600 www.cdtinshape.com

Grove Isle Tennis Center

In Shape - Tracy Blvd

R Tennis Resort

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

Coconut Grove

Tracy

+1.305.860.4360 www.groveisletennis.com

+1.209.830.1344 www.cdtinshape.com

Hawks Cay Resort Duck Key R +1.305.743.7000 x1571 www.cliffdrysdale.com/locations/hawks-cay-resort

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• TEXAS

Indian Creek Country Club Indian Creek Village

Cimarron Hills Golf & Country Club

+1.305.866.5751 www.indiancreekcountryclub.org/

Georgetown

Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort

+1.512.763.8700 www.cimarronhills.com

Amelia Island R

The Clubs at Houston Oaks

+1.904.277.5151 www.cliffdrysdale.com/locations/amelia

Hockley

The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami Miami R

+1.713.888.0000 www.cliffdrysdale.com/locations/ the-clubs-at-houston-oaks

John Newcombe Country Club

+1.305.365.4300 www.cliffdrysdale.com/locations/ the-ritz-carlton-key-biscayne-miami

New Braunfels +1.830.625.2005 www.newkscc.com

Weston Tennis Center

Tyler Athletic and Swim Club

Weston +1.954.389.8666 www.westontennis.com

Tyler

• GEORGIA

Château Élan Winery & Resort

Walden Racquet Center on Lake Conroe

Braselton R

Montgomery

+1.404.432.0525 www.chateauelanracquetclub.com

+1.936.582.1022 www.waldenracquetclub.com

• MARYLAND

• UTAH

St. Michaels R

Heber City

+1.410.745.2200 www.cliffdrysdale.com/locations/ inn-at-perry-cabin

+1.435.657.4055 http://cliffdrysdale.com/locations/red-ledges-club-utah

+1.903.561.3014 www.tylerathleticandswim.com

Red Ledges

Inn at Perry Cabin

• VERMONT

• NEW YORK

Stratton Mountain Resort

Southampton Club & Camp

Stratton R

Southampton +1.631.488.4791 http://cliffdrysdale.com/locations/southampton -racquet-club

+1.802.297.4230 http://cliffdrysdale.com/locations/strattonmountain-resort

• WISCONSIN

• PANAMA

Sand Valley Resort

Santa Maria Country Club

Nekoosa R

Panama City +1.507.340.9300 www.santamariacountryclubpanama.com

+1.888.651.5539 www.sandvalley.com

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