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The Trade Magazine of Men and Women Tennis-Teaching ProfessionalsTM

Volume 15- Issue 9

September 1 991

The Voice Of The Tennis Teaching Profession NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS President

Jack Justice

First Vice President

Gordon Collins

Vice President.

Dave Sivertson Kathy Woods Cliff Drysdale Will Hoag

Secretary/Treasurer CEO Legal Counsel

Phil Lancaster Tim Heckler Paul Waldman

WORLD HEADQUARTERS Director of Operations

,Rich Fanning

Coordinator of Tennis Teacher Development

Allan Henry

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Compt~er SeNices and

FEATURES 6 13

Bob Ellis Christi Call

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THE5 PROGRESSIONS

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THE 5 KEYS The secret to effective tennis

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TIPS FOR CREATING SUCCESSFUL DRILLS

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THE PLAYERS IN SYSTEM 5

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USPTA MERCHANDISE CHANGES

Kathy Buchanan

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Advertising/Marketing Information

WHAT IS SYSTEM 5?

An innovative supplement to tennis-teaching programs

Club Relations

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Introducing juniors to tennis

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Nick Bollettieri teaches junior players the fundamentals of System 5 using a special court.

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New System Encourages Originality, Input from all Teaching Pros

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ver the next several months, various questions will be asked about a teaching program titled System 5, not the least of which will relate to USPTA's approval of the system . In anticipation of these issues, this editorial will address as many of these questions as possible.

Where does one start to "second guess" the queries on a matter of such importance? I would expect them to come from three (3) general sources: 1. Teaching professionals who are genuinely interested in new and innovative approaches to improving their teaching presentations, and who wish to examine the system to add parts or all of it to their existing method(s).

2. Sincere USPTA members who are concerned that USPTA might be abandoning its lifelong policy of not force feeding only one standard method of teaching to its members.

3. OtJr. aspiring competitor, the US Professional Tennis Registry- USPTR, that claims to train and certify teachers under that engagingly modest and self-effacing sobriquet " The Worldwide Standard Method of Teaching. " We are informed that PTR's magazine, for whatever reason , now intends to put System 5 "under a microscope."

To answer all of these sources, we should explain that System 5 is being developed by a group of people who simply have a deep and sincere desire to make tennis more interesting and easier to teach . It is much like many of the great concepts that are presented by renown teachers at our annual conventions, Specialty Courses and other events, except this is the organized assemblage of hundreds of hours of such work. It was not approved by USPTA in order to become a pretentious marketing tool, or the only way a person should teach tennis. It is not intendea to compete with or offend anyone else who claims to have an excellent method of teaching, or who might be concerned tha System 5 will cause them undue business competition. Furthermore, it does not suggest that teachers should change from one method to

another, or that those who do not adopt System 5, are inferior to other teachers.

In essence, USPTA has not reversed its many years of opposition to only one standard method of teaching. System 5 is not being approved as USPTA's exclusive method.

It has our non-exclusive approval, based on the quality and quantity of information (and particularly the clarity of presentation materials) that have been completed so far.

System 5 also meets the criteria for USPTA approval since it enables USPTA professionals to retain their individuality (which has become a trademark of the Association), while still providing an excellent system of teaching guidelines. It will be used to teach tennis as an "open-skill" activity as opposed to a "closed-skill" activity. Simply put, it offers individual tennis teachers clearly outlined concepts, strategies and diagrams, and allows them to implement the necessary basic stroke production to complete the equation. It does not mandate any one person's standardized views as to how to manufacture the basic shots.

USPTA is developing System 5 in cooperation with Nick Bollettieri and Tenotec (two talented USPTA teaching professionals who did part of the research in Canada). It will be completed in modules, with new modules being updated and added as research and industry trends dictate. Currently, three (3) modules are under development. Module 2 - "The 5 Keys" - is scheduled for release at the USTA Tennis Teachers Conference.

The others will follow over the coming months. The current modules are: 1. "The 5 Progressions to Tennis": This module is geared to 5 to 11-yearolds (beginners), and will be used to develop players for the next phase of the teaching system (The 5 Keys). It will be introduced using an¡imated cartoon characters who will communicate the system to the youngest players. This module is still in production.

2. "The 5 Keys to Tennis": This module is geared to those players who are already familiar with the basics of the game. It will be used to teach tennis as an "open-skill " activity where the learner

Tim Heckler, CEO is regarded as a decision maker. This will include clearly presented concepts, strategies and diagrams. This module will be distributed through a book and video tape using an impressive assortment of computer-generated graphics. It will be useful to both consumers and teachers, and will be completed in September. Nick Bollettieri plans to introduce this segment at the USTA Tennis Teachers Conference.

3. "The Step Method": This module will ultimately make up the framework for the entire system and become an instructor's manual. It is still in the developmental stage. The dynamic quality of The Step Method will create a product that can be easily adapted to each professional's existing programs and offer a supplemental background for new professionals.

We expect System 5 to be updated and at least two new modules added, including a Teacher's Manual and a Drill Manual for the 5 Keys. In addition to these, a separate publication, "5 Steps to Mental Management," will also be developed, along with other teacher support materials. Ultimately, there will be a clearly defined bridge between all modules.

The system will be refined continuously as we receive input from teaching professionals around the world.

It is still too early to determine the precise manner in which System 5 will be used in our certification program and courses. Needless to say, it will play an active role , particularly as new modules are completed.

Recently, USPTA has taken many original and innovative steps in its mandatory Continuing Education Program. Our members have responded with pride in their Association. We hope that System 5 will be yet another step to substantiate the slogan -"IT TAKES COURAGE AND INGENUITY TO ORIGINATE -NOT IMITATE." . 0

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U.S. Open Taps USPTA Pro as Head Referee

Tom

Barnes, a US PTA professional, was named the head referee for the 1991 U.S. Ope n After his trip to Wimbledon , Barnes talked to us about officiating in general, new technolog ies in the officiating field and the U S. Open.

The duties of the head referee of a Grand Slam tournament fall into two categories: He se rves as the final authority on any questi on or interpretation of the rules of tennis and he is the administrator of the tournament.

Barnes explained that the head referee has nothing to do with the point of fact.

Wh ether the ball was in or out is determined first by the linesperson , then by the chair umpire. The head referee settles any question of the applicabil ity of a rule of tennis. First the chair umpire makes a decision , and then if the player wants further consultation, the referee is called . A typical example would be the dress code . It is the chair umpire's responsibility to look at the players before the match to determine if thei r clothing conforms to International Tennis Fede ration (ITF) regulations . The umpire must determine if a manufacturer's logo patch is the right size . If it is questioned, the

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referee sometimes has to come out and measure it.

Head referees complete the draw, the scheduling and make all the decisions regarding the conditions of play. He will determine if the court is ready to play, if the lights are adequate, when to stop because of darkness and other similar decisions. " I th ink the most important function for a head referee at a Grand Slam tournament is to look out for the best interests of the tournament, the players and the spectators," Barnes said . He will do everything to make sure it is in the best interest of these three entities. "Television wants to see certain matches on the Center Court at certain times - and we appreciate that. But at the same time , we don 't want somebody to play the last match of the night and come back and play the first match the next day."

Other considerations include who is playing singles and doubles, and then the more attractive matches - with the potential for more spectators - need to be on the fea ture courts. Taking all this into consideration , he produces a schedule.

After all that work, the one thing that has the potential to keep the whole tournament

from running smoothly is the weather. In a Grand Slam tournament, they use a draw of 128 singles, and try to have everyone play every other day. "It's tough when you have to deal with all that and keep in mind what the spectators want to see and how the players feel ," said Barnes. He said their goal is to keep everyone healthy and keep them in a position where they can play their best tennis at all times.

One major aspect of the umpire 's job is discipline , but Barnes said that is really not a problem . The rules are very specific on that detail, and the penalties can be severe . One violation brings a warn ing, and the next violation brings a point penalty.

The third violation results in a default of the game . Barnes said that seldom happens.

Barnes feels the attitudes of the players have changed drastically in the past several years. " It is no longer fashionable to be a bad actor. Most of the people on the tour these days, both the men and the women, are very nice young people you would be , proud of to have as your fr iends or relatives," said Barnes. He said they have a¡ good attitude toward playing and toward their opponents. "Their business is to play tennis and very rarely do other things get involved." He said fewer fines are issued at tournaments, since the players behave themselves.

Modern technology has yet to catch up to the human eye as an effective li ne jt:Jdge.

Barnes said the Cyclops works fine , as long as it is on a hard surface, bolted to the ¡ground and nobody moves it. If it is placed on a portable surface , such as carpet, it has the potential to be thrown off by a ripple or bubble in the surface . And clay presents a problem when the player slides into a ball and leaves a mound of clay. These irregularities affect the electronic eye. "Aside from those problems, it works great, " he said. But, he doubts that umpires and line judges will be replaced by these technological devices.

Approxi mately 400 officials will be used to umpire the U.S. Open th is year. They are selected and trained by the chief umpire, but Barnes said he has the right of last refusal .

Quite a few USPTA pros are officials, but Barnes recommends that all pros shou ld give officiating a try. He th inks that some coaches need some perspective on how quickly the ball moves and how hard it is to judge. "We see many times the lack of perspective of coaches who don 't know the rules so therefore give the students misinformation , which only hu rts the students."

While you watch the US. Open, remember all the behind-the-scenes work of your fellow USPTA pro, Tom Barnes. If the tournament seems to run flawlessly, you will know ¡ tt why.

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Key to Effective ServesProper Trunk Rotation

Figure 1

QUESTION: I have a player who serves with very little trunk rotation. She has a good serve, but I feel she has the athletic ability to hit a great serve. Do you have any suggestions about how I can improve her upper body rotation on the serve?

ANSWER: Many reasons exist that would explain why your player isn 't using enough trunk rotation to serve.

Step No. 1: First you must look at her throwing motion. Observe whether she usas adequate shoulder rotation when throwing. If not, you need to work with her on developing a physically mature throwing action. That wou ld involve proper transfer of force from the legs to the hips, on to the trunk and further outward to the arm and racquet. The 8

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key, however, is good hip and trunk rotation .

If she already has a sound throwing motion, you must move to step No. 2.

Step No. 2: You should analyze how the racquet is taken back in the backswing .

During the backswing, does she allow the racquet to move back toward the fence behind the court, or is the racquet brought directly up as seen in Figure 1? By taking the racquet back toward the fence , the shoulders will natura,lly rotate backward (much like a baseball pitcher's does when he/she winds up) . If the racquet is brought straight up (as in Figure 1), the shoulders will not rotate and the serve will simply not be as effective.

Step No. 3: Lastly, you should examine whether or not the backswing occurs too fast to allow adequate shoulder rotation.

Although there have been some great servers who had fairly fast service actions (Roscoe Tanner and Keven Curren quickly come to mind), most tennis players do not serve well when they use a fast backswing.

The usual end result of a quick backswing is that the racquet is taken back so fast that the shoulders aren 't allowed to rotate properly. Slowing the backswing down a bit might also help in some cases.

In conclusion, the player must first have a physically mature throwing motion. If she does not, you must help her develop her throwing action first and then transfer it to the serving action . Once a sound throwing action exists, be sure she takes the racquet back (as in Figure 2) and that the backswing is not so fast that it prohibits good shoulder rotation .

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USPTJ.A ORitL Approach and Put Away Purpose: To develop an effective midcourt and net offense.

Description: This drill can be used from either the forehand or backhand side of the court.

The first key is determined by the ball , wh ich pulls the student into zone 2. This will be an easy ball fed with underspin . Because the ball is easy, this will put the student into our second key, which is the challenge phase of plaY. The student will now utilize the third key, hitting the ball using a segmented swing of 2/5. Since the student is in zone 2, they will utifize a 2 backswing and a 5 follow-through . The fourth key is determined by the height to which the student returns the ball. We want to encourage a deep return , utilizing a full follow-through .

We are in zone 2 using a 2 height clearance (width of 2 racquet heads) over the net. The fifth key is response , and here the student is placing the ball deep to the target hoping to set up a weak return.

On the second shot, the student is pulled into zone 1. His second key (phase of play) will be attack. His segmented swing will be a 1/ 2, and his height (key 4) will be a 1 or 2 depending on the spin or angle used . His fifth and final key, the response , will be the placement of the ball at the corner target.

System 5 is based on the belief that all drills should be done using the same type of shots a player will receive during actual point play. If a student does not successfully execute the approach during this drill, hey cannot continue with the drill (without an approach , there will be no put-aways).

When selecting targets, it is very important to use more than a single cone or ball pyramid . Students cannot relate to the single targets. Targets should be realistic, so that students can achieve a level of success. For example, try using four cones or a large marked-off corner of the court.

ZONES

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Rally Drill Purpose: The objective is to challenge the movement of your opponent, not their timing .

Description: Targets are located in the corners of the court (remember to use large target areas). The student should not attempt to overpower the opponent, but develop control and consistency. The perfect example: If a ball is hit to the player at 40 miles per hour, at a 4 heights level, they should not attempt a return at 60 miles per hour at a 1 height level. The instructor should emphasize control and consistency.

The balls will be hit ¡ so the student remains in zone 4 (key 1). This ball is deep, clearing the net at a 4 or 5 height level, which puts the student (key 2) in a rally phase. Since the ball is deep, and the student is in zone 4, they will use 4/ 5 segmented swing (key 3). This is a 4 segmented backswing and a full 5 segmented follow-through . The height of the return is determined by the zone the student is in and the height of the ball sent to them . The student will return their shot with a 4 level • height (key 4). Their response (key 5) will involve returning the ball with consistency and placement.

The instructor will have the ball machine either alternate from forehand to backhand or randomly throw balls. Students should hit for target areas. Have student hit 10 balls then rotate.

For a student to be considered consistent, he/she should be able to execute eight out of 1ÂŁl shots into the target areas.

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What Is System 5?

System 5 is a comprehensive instructional approach that provides a systematic guide for the learner, by emphasizing the key elements basic to improved performance. It assists the teacher by organizing the elements in a manner which is basic to more effective instruction.

System 5 is not a replacement for any teaching method, but was designed to enhance all existing teaching methods. Its methods and materials can be effectively included in all tennis im;truction programs to complement current procedures.

System 5 will consist of five separate packages:

concept of Personal Mental Management and the self-regulation of performance is integrated into the instructional process.

The final component focuses on the development of the student's general motor ability performance base. See the 5 Progressions Model diagram.

The 5 Progressions Manual is also supported by the following specially prepared teacher's materials:

• Summary Wall Chart This at-a-glance chart presents the overall picture of the 5 progressions: 5 categories each with 5 developmental steps and 5 progressive blocks. • Student Progressions Profile Diary This diary helps students monitor their personal achievements and permits effective planning of their daily practice needs.

1. The 5 Progressions to Tennis manual 2. The 5 Keys to Tennis book 3. The System 5 Drills manual 4 . The 5 Steps to Mental Management Guide 5. The S. TEP Method to Tennis instruction manual

"System 5 is not a replacement for any teaching method, but was designed to enhance all existing teaching methods."

The 5 Progressions to Tennis Manual This package is a beginner's program, for ages 5 to 11 years, which progressively deve lops the youngster's general tennisrelated movement abilities and racquet and ba ll skill s, as well as the combined recquet and ball control during movement skills.

Whil e these basics¡ are progressing , the

N1ck Bollettieri teaches a group of yo ungsters using System 5

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.What Is System 5?

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• Instructor's Player Progression Record This record facilitates the trackinQ of each student's progress and provides the basis for the incentive awards recognition program, as well as for personalized instructional. planning .

• Incentive Awards Program This program is a progress recognition package for student IT)Otiviation.

• Video Cassette This video cassette is a motivating introduction to, and overview of, the 5 Progressions to Tennis.

The 5 Keys to Tennis Book This package is a compact and effective sequencing of the key elements for playing success. The information creates, for any

player at any level, an awareness of the basic performance factors of: Zones of Play Phases of Play Segmented Swing Heights Responses With this refocusing of the player's attention , game effectiveness improves immediately.

1he 5 Keys book is supported by a teacher's manual which is a guide to the effective and efficient on-court implementation of the 5 Keys. Selected drills are presented to fac ilitate the incorporation of the 5 Keys into any instructional program. This

System 5™ The 5 Progressions

program is designed for the teaching professional who wants to add something to his or her programs that can be implemented immediately, regardless of the teaching systems they may be utilizing. The purpose is introductory, presentinQ effective "start-up" drill situations that will serve as stimulators for each extensive inventory of drills and progressions relating to each separate keys. Their interaction is presented in the System 5 Drills manual.

The System 5 Drills Manual The drill manual is the instructor's guide to effective drill management and design for The 5 Keys to Tennis book. It leads the teacher through numerous individual zone drills, two-zone combinations as well as multizone combinations and also serves as a guide or prompt for the creative instructor to devise his or her own additional drills.

This manual will also include ball machine drills.

The 5 Steps to Mental Management Guide System 5 is the first approach to formally extend instructional strategies to promote the development of the player's · mental skills at the same time they are developing their playing skills.

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This manual will explain the whys and hows of the game. This high-tech manual will feature years of research conducted by USPTA, Tenotec, and NBTA This will contain the technical literature for the trained and experienced instructor, which will include how to teach anticipation , execution , decision-making, mental management and the mechanics of the game. This manual will discuss the scientific facts, mental research and biomechanical research being done on the game of tennis and System 5.

In summary, the "Key" theme throughout is the utility of the System 5 package, that is: • It has simple, player-friendly language.

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Each Progression consists of five sequential steps and each step, in turn , consists of five sequential blocks. Consequently, within each progression, the student will experience 25 stages of sequential development.

With this repertoire of 100 individual movement and racquet skill activities to choose from , the teacher can select the appropriate blocks from each of the progression's steps to provide for the developmental needs of each student. The 5 Progressions provide the basis for quick, easy and individualized lesson plans.

The unique feature of the 5 Progressions is its integration of mental management skiJis into the daily lessons. Instructional strategies are formally extended to promote the development of the student's mental skills at the same time they are developing their playing skills.

The 5 Progressions manual will be supported by the following specially prepared teachers material :

• Instructor's Player Progression Record This record facilitates the tracking of each student's progress and provides the basis for the incentive awards recognition program , as well as fm personalized instructional planning .

Incentive Awards Program This program is a progress recognition package for student motivation.

• Videocassette Th is video is a motivating introduction to, and overview of, the 5 Progressions to Tennis.

• Summary Wall Chart The Progressions are designed for the beginner, primarily between the ages of 5 to 11 years, and focus on the development of: 1. Movement Skills 2. Racquet and Ball Control Skills 3. Movement with Racquet and Ball Skills 4. Mental Management Skills 5. Basic Motor Abiliti'es

This chart presents, at a glance, the overall picture of the five (5) progressions: five (5) categories each with their five (5) developmental steps and the five (5) progressive blocks.

• Student Progression Profile Diary This diary guides the student's monitoring of his or her personal achievement and permits effective planning of daily practice needs.

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•I The five zones are determined by your location on the court you receive a ball (not where the ball bounces).

The five heights determine how high a ball should clear the The height is influenced by what zone you are in and where opponent is located. Other factors influencing the heights are amount of spin and pace you put on a ball.

The five-segmented swing explains how much backswing • I follow-through is needed to complete the necessary stroke. swing is divided into five segments of backswing and five segme of follow-through. This system of segmented swings helps better timing and control. Easy and difficult balls factor into mining how much swing is needed. Handling each factor examples of each swing are listed in the manual. Segme• • i ground-strokes, volleys and serves are discussed.

Tennis is an open skilled sport with constantly ing playing conditions. Ball speed, depth, height, placement, as as well as a player's all determine which style• I phase of play will be utili A player must determi the type of ball hit them in order to d • which tactic to use.

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The 5 phases of play are: (1) defense, (2) counterattack, (3) rally, (4) challenge, (5) attack. Each of these phases are explained and are accompanied by illustrated examples.

After a pl<;iyer has learned where they are on the court, what they can do wit the ball they receive, how to hit a ball, when and how high to hit the ball , the final phase is the five responses .

The overall objective in tennis is to limit unforced errors and keep the ball in play. A player must develop a level of consistency to become a successful player. This is the first response.

The second response is placement and depth. Many times these will not be used together, but both are equally important when challenging an opponent. Players must know how to challenge their opponent 's mobility with control and accuracy, whether drawing them out of position, hitting deep or passing them at the net.

The third response is to increase the velocity of your shot.

The purpose here is not necessarily to overpower your opponent, but to return a ball with greater velocity than you received it. Greater velocity can be used to upset your opponent's timing, therefore creating unforced errors.

The next response is to control the ball with different spins which will disrupt your opponent's rhythm by changing the pace and bounce of the ball.

The final response is learning to take the ball on the rise. This will give your opponent less time to react and prepare for your shot.

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Ball Machines Useful in System 5 Ball machines and System 5 create the perfect combination for the serious tennis student.

Because System 5 concentrates on a player's shot execution based on five le11els of difficulty in five diffenent zones, the ball machine provides an effective way to practice the proper returns or responses to a variety of shots which land in various zones of the court.

It would be extremely difficult, if not impossible, for an instructor to repeat spe-

cific types of ball feeding all day, and it would not allow a teacher the proper opportunity to watch and correct a student.

A ball machine can produce the levels of difficulty needed to practice against challenging balls with .topspin and underspin.

The producers of System 5 will design a drill manual for ball machines, which will be included in the drill system package. These ~will a ccompany practice sessions created for coach fed and player vs. player drills.

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Commonly Asked Questions About System 5 In addition, the learner is considered an active multidimensional (physical , intellectual , social, emotional) and equal partner in the skill acquisition process. Consequently, instruction is considered to be a teaching/learning relationship that is guided by related research on :

What is the Foundation of System 5?

System 5 is a multifaceted and innovative approach to the development and delivery of an educationally . sound tennis instructional environment.

• It analyzes the sport of.tennis and presents the integral skills in an uncompli-

cated yet meaningful framework called the " 5 Keys to Tennis."

• These " key" elements are complementary to all current teaching methods or approaches since the system increases the effectiveness of these methods.

System 5 incorporates the major concepts of an information processing view of human cognition, in that the learner is regarded as a decision maker who ~ s capable of self-regulation - given the proper guidance.

Q. How does System 5 differ from other

tennis-teaching approaches?

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The uniqueness of the System 5 program is the successful integration of this research

the existing teaching approaches, rather it is considered to be an enhancement to them . In this light: • It is presented in simple , playerfriendly terminology.

• It has a universal application since it complements current methodologies.

Simply speaking , System 5 goes beyond the traditional teaching focus on the mechanics of "how" to hit a variety of shots. The 5 Keys concept extend.s this

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focus to ensure that learners understand the " what," "when" and "why" of stroke production - that is, the tactical awareness and decision-making requirements of tennis play.

In addition, the 5 Progressions provide the beginner with sound movement skills, racquet and ball skills in conjunction with combined movement and racquet control skills.

The physical and mental management foundations necessary for the effective mastery of the 5 Keys to Tennis are developed as well.

A major innovation within System 5 is the actual integration of a program of Personal Mental Management These mental management skills enable the learner to enhance their performance, not only in the tennis setting, but to carry over to many aspects of their daily living.

A. Very positively! They are enthusiastically supportive . We have perceived great acceptance from every coach we have trained to implement System 5. From their perspective , the beauty of the sys-

situation produces an instant and very satisfying increase in the successful return percentage.

a. Where will System 5 be shown?

A. Formal introduction of System 5 to the tennis world, will occur at this year's USTA Tennis Teachers Conference, scheduled for late August in New York, in conjunction with the U.S. Open. It will be presented at the USPTA National Convention on Hilton Head Island, S.C., in September, the USPTR Symposium in October and at the International Coaches Symposium in January 1992 in Munich, Germany.

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of the principal factors in all aspects of our design, development and organization of materials naturally resulted in groupings of five elements or items. Of course, each of the groups or categories were systematically related to each other - hence - System 5!

subsequently at the NBTA operation in Florida. It was presented briefly at The Super Show in Atlanta in February. Since that time, it has been incorporated into the instructional procedures at all NBTA Summer Camps worldwide.

a. What are your goals for System 5?

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results have you had with System 5?

A. With the progress and supportive comments of more than 2,500 students who completed the System 5 experience as our evidence, we are confident that the System 5 approach is effective. Of course, we believe the most powerful testimonial is the fact that our students have won many Provincial Championships and three of them won Canadian National age group titles.

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That is, it permits them to retain their individual style , yet improve their teaching effectiveness.

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do adult students/players respond?

A. Adults respond very favorably. The most common comment is that the precise knowledge of what segmented swing to use in a particular zone , coupled with the specific net clearance height for that

A. We are committed to the belief that the performance of most tennis players can be quickly and significantly improved if they are focused on the key elements of tennis play - in addition to the concern for correct stroke mechanics.

System 5 represents this shift in the teaching focus and is compatible with all teaching approaches. It is our hope that we can influence current practice and thus increase the achievement rate and the satisfaction of the tennis-playing public worldwide .

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Controlling the Pace Use the height of the net to dictate the pace of play.

Hit the ball high qver the net if: • Your opponent is rushing you and you want to slow down the pace of play.

• To lengthen points if your opponent is not as physically fit as you are, or is beginning to tire .

• To benefit from a greater margin for error.

• If you are on the defensive and out of position , lob high to give you time to regroup and get back into the point.

Hit low over the net: • • • •

on passing shots. on approach shots. to hit groundstroke winners. to quicken the pace and finish points sooner.

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Always notice that the top players overprepare to play a shot and very rarely do they under-prepare. Lesser players usually feel pressed at one time or another during the course of a set and too much of this can cause panic to set in and we forget all the fundamentals of sound tennis strokes.

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The Players in System 5 System 5 was created by many people working with a variety of ideas to create thi s system of tennis sk ill development.

Several of the key players in this system are Gary Sinclair, Brett Hobden , Patricio Gon zalez and Nick Bollettieri and USPTA. Sincla ir is the acting director and former chair of the graduate program of the School of Phys ical Education and Recreation at the Un iversity of British Columbia. He received his BPE from UBC and his MS and PhD from the University of Oregon , and has tau ght and coached at the secondary school, community college and university levels.

He served as chair and symposium director of the Canadian Society for Psychom otor Learning and Sports Psychol ogy, as pres ident of the B.C. Teacher 's Federat ion Physical Education Provincial Spec ialists Association , and as a member of th e Editorial Review Boards of both the Journal of Teaching in Physical Education and AAHPERD 's new publication Strategies.

Sinclair is associated with the Behavioral Research area of the school , focusing on â&#x20AC;˘ motor control and performance. He teaches course s in motor learn ing , measurement and evaluation , and coach ing science.

Speci fi cally, his interests are skill acquisi ti on, the design of learning environments and instruction, coaching effectiveness and microcomputer appl icati ons in sport and

physical activity.

Sinclair is a Master Course Conductor in the Coaching Association of Canada's National Coach ing Certification Program , and is a member of the NCCP's Curriculum Revision Theory Advisory Committee. He is also a guest lecturer with the National Coaching Institute which is located at the University of Victoria and a visiting lecturer in the CAC's National Coaching Seminar Annual Series.

Si-nclair is a recognized authority on practice design and coaching effediveness and worked with both the B.C. Best Ever and the Saskatchewan First Programs as well as with Alpine Canada, the Canadian Ski Coaches Federation, Water Polo Canada and Curling Canada in these areas.

Gonzalez was the founder and has been director of the University of British Columbia Tennis Centre for 10 years, and in that time , has developed and provided programs for players of all ages and all levels.

He has 25 years of playing and coaching experience, and is a tennis professional and coach in Canada.

Hobden, a USPTA professional , is the director of the University of British Columbia Junior Tennis Academy. He is a Level Ill Tennis Canada Certified Coach and is also a Provincial Coach of the¡ B.C. Squads and Teams . A former touring professional, Hobden has 20 years of playing and coaching experience and is a certified coach in

three countries.

Bollettieri , one of USPTA's most notable members, hardly needs an introduction . He is the founder and director of Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy, and is one of the world 's foremost tennis coaches. He has worked with Hobden, Gonzalez and the NBTA staff to develop System 5 to its current professional format.

USPTA Education Committee members and directors have been consulted and have continued to offer input to fine tune the teaching techniques and make System 5 attractive to all tennis teachers .

The materials for System 5 are being produced , and will be available to the public as they are completed . The first module to be released will be the Five Keys to Tennis book and video. The Five Keys to Tennis manual for the tennis professional will be introduced next. Following that, will be the Five Progressions package , which includes the video, wall chart, manual , student's diary, player progression chart and sticker for the professional. The Five Steps to Mental Management guide book will be the next available piece of literature . The System 5 Tennis Drills Manual will follow with the S.TEP. Method to Tennis book as the last module planned to date . This book is for the instructor and will include the scientific research and background on System 5 and the latest tennis technology.

Patnc1o Gonzalez, Gary Sinc lai r and Brett Hobden.

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NEW MEMBERS A hearty welcome to the following new USPTA members who fulfilled requirements for membership between June 1 and July 31, 1991 .

MEMBER CALIFORNIA DIVISION Nigel H. Armstrong Troy A. Bond Marty Chiu Felix A. Colffer Terest E. Fast Chris L. Fromme Dwight S Gravley Michael M. Grossman Tomas Holman Edward Miller Justin W. Moll James Nickless Tony Phelps Larry P. Scalia Jason K. Strother Steven L. Sweet Steve L. Williford Nicole A. Yorkey EASTERN DIVISION James J. Armstrong Kennis W. Collins Markham J. Fentriss Josiah G. Hatt FLORIDA DIVISION Stefan Bolowich Paul L. Cranis Stephen L. Huber Jack Tweedle Park Cindy K. LeProvost Nancy F. Muller Edward H. Ross Andrew Rubin Don L. Shapiro Edward V. Sposa Wendy Weller

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$23.00 per pair

Sizes Narrow: 8-11 Medium: 7-12,13 Wide: 8-11

Sizes Narrow: 6-9 Medium: 5-101/2 Wide: 6-9

You and your association will also benefit from our new quarterly discount program.on shoes. A donation of 25¢ per pair from Penn will be sent to ·each Regional USPTA division.

Take "Addvantage" of this offer today .

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USPTALogo ~ Accessories Accessorize your playing attire with USPTA's line of logo items, which feature a beautifully embroidered USPTA logo with navy red and gold accents.

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It probably started with a simple business card , maybe an embroidered patch of red , white and blue . A diverse array of items followed including, ball point pens, tie tacks, lapel pin s., wall plaques and desk accessories. T-shirts gained popularity next, and along came plastic license plates, sun visors, hats, coffee mugs, jewelry, more clothing - even handcrafted lead crystal.

No, we 're not talking about the Sears catalog . The various items have been , or are currently, part of USPTA's merchandise program And , just as fashions in store catalogs have changed through the years, so has the selection in the USPTA Gift Shoppe.

The merchandise line has expanded from tr inkets like key rings, luggage tags and bumper stickers to business or educational materials such as stationery and a wide se lection of teaching manuals. Some items have been dropped or discontinued from the inventory, such as the glassware and certain types of clothing . New articles have taken the place of those that did not generate a lot of interest from members.

And , since fashion has dictated even the most traditional tennis-teaching professional 's taste , today you can order lightweight warm-ups in bright shades of red, periwinkle or jade. These casual and colorful choices have replaced the standard polyester-blend jackets that were a fashion statement in the '70s. And , T-shirts come

splashed with neon greens, yellows, pinks and other assorted colors. Instead of the staple red , white or blue shirt from the early '80s, USPTA now offers polo-style shirts in white , coral , red, jade and purple - and they 're nice enough to wear off as well as on the court.

Members buy a lot of the USPTA merchandise to advertise their affiliation with their Association , but many also buy items because of their practical as well as promotional value. The most popular clothing items are the polo shirts. And, instead of a standard business card , there are three choices for members to choose from . Everything has been upgraded and many of the merchandise lines have expanded .

Additional merchandise items include head bands, wrist bands, men 's and women 's socks and towels.

USPTA merchandise can be bought yearround through the Gift Shoppe, but the bulk of the sales are made during USPTA's yearly National Convention. It seems everyone gets into the spirit of things, and stocks up on clothing and other accessories, accounting for approximately a third of all merchandise sales.

To order USPTA logo accessories, use the form on this page . For more information on other logo items or to order educational manuals, call the Merchandise Department at (713) 97-USPTA o

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.INDUSTRY ACTION

USPTA • USPTA pro Raudel Barba is the 1991 Nuprin National Fitness Champion . The competition involves completing five of eight events that range from swimming , running, an obstacle course , a basketball shoot to a volleyball tournament.

• Marc White is the new head tennis profess ional at the Roger Wootten Tennis Academy at Mendon Ponds Tennis & Swim Club in Pittsford, N.Y. White is a USPTA professional and a lifetime USTA member.

USTA • The USTA has awarded four USTA/NJTL parti c ipants with college scholarships.

Savonne Lynn Ferguson, Baltimore, Md. ; Cindy Luckangelo, Philadelphia, Pa.; Natalie Nugent, Philadelphia, Pa. ; and Vinit Sethi, New York, N.Y., are the reci pients.

• The USTA Men 's 40 National Clay Court Championships will be held at the Landings Club on Skidway Island, Savannah, Ga. The dates for the tournam ent are September 23-2 9. For more information contact Fernando Velasco at (912) 598-0214 .

• The USTA Board of Directors approved th e new player development headquarters in Key Biscayne, Fla. Th is center will be used for train ing camps and ongoing training and testing for players throughout the year. The site will serve as offices for the USTA coaches and professional staff and will include hard, clay and grass courts, a sport science research laboratory and fitness facility.

Salespeople from Penn's Southeast Reg 1on.

is sent to the purchaser's division, and the other half is sent to USPTA World Headquarters. The World Headquarters uses the money for continuing education and member benefits, while the divisions use the money for programs such as Across America Tennis Day and divisional convention prize money. So far , USPTA members and divisions have earned almost $170,000 from the purchase of Pro Penn tennis balls.

• K-Swiss has announced the expansion

Manufacturers • The Penn Racquet Sports GREAT PENN REBATE is on for September and only for USPTA members. Penn doh ates 20 cents to USPTA for every dozen tennis balls purchased by USPTA pros. Half the money 30

of their Corporate League tennis progam to include Boston , Philadelphia, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orlando, Westchester, Pittsburgh , Detroit, Indianapol is, Atlanta, Ft. Lauderdale and San Diego. For further information, contact David Kratz at (212) 691-2700 .

• The Penn Racquet Sport's Top Reg ion of the Year was the Southeast sales region that covers Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, North and South Carolina, Virgin ia and West Virginia. At the same sales meeting, Tom Kolopus, of the ce ntral region , was named the "Salesman of the Year."

• Patrick Stennett is the new research and development manager for Spalding's Professional Racquet Sports Division . He will be responsible for the design, play testing and new product introduction of tenn is, racquetball and squash racquets.

Professional Tom Ko lopus, the Salesman of the Yea r for Penn Racquet Sports

• The IBM /ATP Top Ten race is very close after Wimbledon . Only 83 points separate Boris Becker and Stefan Edgerg at the Nos. 1 and 2 spots. Only 25 points separ-

ate the No. 3 and No. 4 spots and the competition gets tighter in the top 20, with rankings only six points apart. All these rankings were as of July 8.

Miscellany • USPTA pro Jay Burchett's book Lob to Win is available through Newport Publishing House, Newport, Calif. The book explains how to hit an unreturnaple lob, based on

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scientific research using Olympic track athletes.

• The Texas Professional Tennis Asociation will host its Southwest Buying Show September 13-15 at the Worthington Hotel, Fort Worth, Texas. For more information, please contact David Webb at (81 7) 294-6699.

• The Marriott Desert Springs Resort has announced the addition of two grass tennis courts to its tennis facility. The resort now features hard, clay and grass courts.

Notice: Recently, some confusion may have occurred in certain USPTA divisions in regard to USPTA's sponsorship of Gamma Sports products (Gamma synthetic strings or Gamma grips). To clear up th is misunderstanding, we must report that NO Gamma products are currently endorsed by USPTA.

Presenting The First Tennis Ball Machine Worthy Of The Name.

The Wilson name, of course.

The Wilson Tower features a huge 250-ball capacity, simple electronic controls, rugged weatherproof construction, and large easy-rolling casters. Available options include a 2-function wireless remote control and automatic 2-line shooting for group lessons.

See your Wilson Sales Rep or call Wilson Accessories at 1-800-848-1999.

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Preparing for a Secure

Financial Future Phil Lancaster, Secretary/Treasurer Unfortunately, rn our business a great many of us cannot cash in on our work when retiring or leaving a facility. Because we usually work under contract, the day we leave a position , is .the day the checks stop, even though we may have created a¡very luc rat ive business. That's why it is imperative that you create a second income outside of your day-to-day tennis position . This income, also known as passive income, will create your future security.

Here are some ideas to get you started: Create a 10-Year Plan : 1. 10 percent of your gross income is put Jnto conservative savings. See chart of tennis pro saving 10 percent of his/ her income and rece iving 8 percent interest for 10 years.

2. Take on very little debt unless you know you can pay for the product.

For example: Interest on $1 0,000 saved at 8% for five years:

4,799.79

Interest on $1 0,000 loaned at 10% for five years:

2,7 48 .23

for a difference of:

7,548.02

This shows a 75 percent swing from savings to taking on debt over five years.

Be careful. You must get a return to equal your loss of income from savings before your investment begins to work.

3. Setting up your ac:counts.

This is just an idea that has worked for me. Set up four accounts: 1. Tax account 2. CD account 3. Living expense account 4. Risk money account

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When you receive paychecks or other income, automatically place a predetermined amount into tax and CD accounts, then the rema ining portion can serve as your daily living income.

Very few people set aside tax and CD funds before they begin using their living expenses.

5. Building a Team Over time you must create a strong relationship between you and a:

A Banker B. Lawyer .

C. Accountant These team . players are necessary when you have a problem . Make sure you test them and do not wait for a problem to arise . You may be disappointed .

4. Risk Money The funds placed into this account will become the basis for a secure financial future. This money can be derived through the interest you obtain from your:

6. After the first five years you will be receiving income from:

A CD account B. Tax account C. Living expense account

A Day-to-day job in tennis Risk funds are used when you want to learn an investment area (e.g. stocks, real estate, oil and gas, etc.) over a 10year period . Educating yourself in the risk area you choose takes time, and you will probably lose money for the first several years. But, it is like any business, the more knowledgeable you become, the more profits you will realize . You can expect approximately a 20 percent return after three years. Finally, make sure you pick an area you enjoy.

B. COs that will continue to grow C. Risk money/ investment area D. Assets you have started to build These are just a few ideas that may help you start a financial plan . Everyone, including the tennis-teaching professional , needs to think ahead in today 's unpredictable economy.

Good luck with your portfolio. I hope you have all the success in the world . o

Assumptions Years 1-3, Gross Salary .. .. .. .. . ... .. . .. ... .. . .. . .. .. . .. . . . .... .... . . ... . .. .. . . . . . ... . $25,000 Years 4-6, Gross Salary . .. .. .. .... . . . . . ... .. .. . . . ... . .. . . .. . . .. .. . . . . ..... . . . . . ... . . . . $30,000 Years 7- 10, Gross Salary ... ... . ......... . ... .. .. . .. .... .... .... .. .. ....... .. .. . .... . . $40,000

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And this is just a tennis coach.

There is only one Nick Bollettieri. Likewise, there is only one product line designed exclusively to meet the needs of tennis pros. Talk to your Penn representative and find out about exclusive distribution, high profit margins, and overall quality that only Pro Penn products provide. Š 1991 GenCorp Polymer Products.

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