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The Trade Magazine of Men and Women Tennis-Teaching Professionals™
Volume 17 —Issue 1 The Voice Of The Tennis Teaching Profession
NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Gordon Collins First Vice President Dave Sivertson vice Presidents Kathy Woods Cliff Drysdale Will Hoag Joe Thompson Secretary/Treasurer Kurt Kamperman Past President Jack Justice WORLD HEADQUARTERS CEO Tim Heckler Director of Operations Rich Fanning Executive Assistant Marty Bostrom Coordinator of Tennis Allan Henry Teacher Development Communications Shawna Riley Coordinator Communications Gayden Cooper Marketing/Business John Tamborello Operations Sports Marketing Karen Unger Coordinator Secretary Christine Fouts Corporate Services Christ) Call Manager Secretary Dale Henry Computer Services and Kathy Buchanan Club Relations Membership/Education Sharon Schmuck Assistant Membership/Education Karen Mahon Assistant Membership/Education Vicky Tristan Assistant Financial Manager Renee Heckler Bookkeeper Terri Fugman
January 1993
On the cover USPTA professionals Randy Snow (left) and Brad Parks (right) are shown with the gold medals they won in doubles competition at the Paralympics in Barcelona, Spain. Bal Moore, USPTA Coach of the Year, and his wife Marcha have coached the U.S. wheelchair teams for several years.
SPECIAL SECTION USPTA is publishing its newest educational manual as excerpts In ADDvantage magazine. Look for th is exciting book in every issue and collect the pullout chapters — part of our efforts to bring more education free of charge to our members. The USPTA Education Manual: ACareerGuidetoProfessionalismisdividedintoBookl — Tennis Teaching Skills and Bookll — TennisBusinessOperations&Management.Thesetwovolumescoverteach ing private and group lessons, playing strategies, business plans, career development, and a myriad of other subjects vital to thesuccessful tennis professional. And best of all... it'sfree. In this edition... Book I — Tennis Teaching Skills Chapter 4 Private lesson can leave a lasting impression by Stan Smith
FEATURES 6 To play or not to play Be selective in picking tournaments by Jim Taylor, Ph.D. 10 Tax tips for the tennis professional by Bruce Weeber, CPA, CFP 12 USPTA professionals win gold in wheelchair tennis competition 14 Across America Tennis Day set for May 8 16 Competitive singles patterns — a new Specialty Course
Accounting and Trina Gambrell Merchandise Services
21 Entry form for International Tennis Teachers Championships
Director of Certification George Bacso and Academies
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3 CEO's message Individual members can help build 'new' industry, develop tangible benefits 4 Vice President's message USPTA membership — let's grow it! 5 Letters 13 Ask the professor 18 Quiz Topic: Coaching 20 Dates that rate 24 New members 26 Industry action
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CEO's message
Individual members can help build 6new' industry, develop tangible benefits .s the new year begins, economic indicators portray an improving financial picture for the United States, its business community and individual consumers. But as we all know, the economy, like so many other factors in our lives, is almost impossible to predict. So, how will the tennis industry fare if the economy actually does improve? Maybe the best way to come up with the right answer is to step back and take a different look at the way we are approaching the whole issue. In many ways, some of us were spoiled by the economic success that resulted from the tennis boom of the 1970s and early '80s. And, unfortunately, there may never be another boom to equal that one. This doesn't mean we can't create a new kind of success one that can be longer lasting and enjoyed by all segments of the tennis industry. Many people in our industry tend to look back at the boom years in hopes of reviving the former prosperity of tennis. But several things have changed. Following the boom, many companies changed their marketing strategies in a struggle to regain lost ground. This, among other factors, created a new set of needs and trends for the current tennis industry. Regardless, some industry individuals, particularly tennis professionals, regularly refer to the past as a guide to increase sales and productivity, and as a way to develop programs or ideas for the future. They use outdated methods to solve today's problems. The strategy can't continue indefinitely. If recapturing the past success of tennis was as easy as using old strategies, we already would be enjoying a second, and perhaps better, tennis explosion. Only by building a new industry with a fresh enthusiasm and unique ideas can we guarantee a successful, as well as stable, future for everyone in the sport. Recently, I had lunch with an old friend who made me rethink this topic. In my mind, he always had been the No. 1 teaching
professional in the world. During the boom years, he was the tennis director at one of the nation's top country clubs in Houston, where, in my opinion, he operated the best pro shop and activity and lesson programs. As the boom subsided, he became frustrated with the industry and eventually retired from tennis. He now is highly successful in other interests, but when we got together we couldn't help reminiscing about 'old" times. 'If you were not doing what you are doing today, would you really get back into teaching tennis?' he asked, expecting a negative response. He was surprised at my immediate and positive answer and asked for further explanation. It really is very simple. Any negative stimulus that could affect the tennis industry has already done so. The industry is on an upswing, according to all the surveys, which show a gradual resurgence in the number of participants and sales. There is a much greater awareness on everyone's part to increase participation in the sport. USPTA, as one example, constantly searches for ways to increase player participation in the United States and the world. And, as the trade association for tennisteaching professionals, we continually work to increase our own membership as a way of strengthening our profession and its role in the industry. By combining these two goals, we hope to build the recreational player base, create more financial opportunities for our members, increase sales in pro shops and generate a multitude of activities for clubs and facilities throughout the country. For example, Across America Tennis Day was developed so that tennis professionals could give of their time and talents for the good of the entire tennis industry. However, it also was designed to allow participating professionals to expand their lesson base and promote their skills as teachers. The USPTA Adult Tennis League takes this concept a step further, by presenting members with a program that can increase tennis activity, lessons and pro shop sales at clubs and facilities.
Tim Heckler, CEO Perhaps the most important challenge USPTA faces is providing more tangible member benefits as the Association grows. These programs are scheduled to expand to include a variety of marketing opportunities that offer financial and other rewards for participating professionals. The world is undergoing a technical revolution that is creating numerous opportunities for innovative and imaginative teaching professionals. There is much that can be done with computerization to advance teaching pros well beyond the programs and practices of the old tennis boom days. Computers can bring new life to all areas of tennis, rejuvenating existing ideas so that they look totally different to participants, providing a great way to overcome individual boredom and participant apathy. In 1993, USPTA will provide its members with further direction and input in all the important areas of their business. There's never been a more important time to remain on the cutting edge of a very dynamic industry. By doing so, we can expect to grow and improve the status of the teaching professional. We must review operations continually, replacing old and less productive programs with new and more efficient ones, look forward to hearing from you, if you have any new ideas for improving the resurgence of tennis or suggestions on how USPTA can provide better and more substantial benefits to its members. It's time to quit worrying about the past and start working on the positive things that can be done to improve each and every segment of the new tennis industry and our personal stake in it. It's time to begin a progressive, new age of tennis. Š
Vice President's message
USPTA membership let's grow it! Kathy Woods, Vice President
"grow the USPTA?" Why promote membership to other tennis teachers? Aren't they your competitors? Why encourage other pros to obtain credentials that would advance their careers? Doesn't this dilute your worth in the market? Why not keep USPTA small and selective strive for quality not quantity? My reaction to these questions is based on the assurance that the USPTA does strive for quality. This is the philosophy upon which the USPTA Continuing Education Program is based. Then why should you — an individual member — concern yourself with increasing membership? You should take an interest because: 1 You will be serving your industry and sport. You owe it to the game and consumer to provide the best in teaching and programming anywhere there is a court and a student of the game. 2. Your value as a professional is lessened if a non-certified individual obtains a job in the tennis field. This devaluation could occur in two ways. a. If the individual is successful the consumer places no value on USPTA certification. It was not a requirement for the consumer and might never be. This dilutes your credibility as a certified professional. b. If the individual is not successful, the consumer will be tainted by this negative experience and may reject formal instruction forever.
As a member of a trade association, you have an opportunity to represent any individual who steps onto a tennis court as a teacher, coach or event organizer. This includes those who affect the sport in team coaching both scholastic and collegiate as well as the often neglected community park and recreation director. You should not ignore these individuals as potential members, but should encourage them to participate in USPTA educational offerings. When you do encourage membership to cross the traditional bounds of private club professionals, you inspire the USPTA to
As a member of a trade association, you have the opportunity to represent any individual who steps onto a tennis court as a teacher, coach or event organizer.
become a truly inclusive, not exclusive, trade organization. At the same time, you help broaden the membership base which enables the USPTA to: Flex our marketing muscle within the tennis industry, which often results in financial sponsorship benefits. This also helps you as a member to Keep your own individual dues from escalating and provides you with A greater quantity of quality teaching professionals and associates with whom you can network and hire or be hired. This ultimately produces Better skilled, more satisfied consumers and employers, who are committed to accepting as synonymous USPTA and success. You must no longer ignore any noncertified individuals. By doing so, you are accepting a dilution of your own credibility and unknowingly endorsing the lack of credentials as acceptable in your own industry and profession. It is up to you to take responsibility for your future as a USPTA professional. Offer your help to sponsor someone today. At the very least, contact your division membership coordinator with names of noncertified people in the tennis business. An active database will be compiled and you will positively impact the recruitment of potential members at the local level. Maximize the value of your own membership. Grow the USPTA! o
LETTERS Dear USPTA. This is to let you know that David Wong, tennis pro at the Business and Professional Men's Club in Beaumont, Texas, has served as tournament director for the Arthritis Challenge Tournament for two consecutive years. Mr. Wong has volunteered his services to this charity event to help raise funds for the Arthritis Foundation, Texas Gulf Coast Chapter. Mr. Wong has spent several months of his time working with a group of volunteers to plan, organize and operate these tournaments. We have found him extremely knowledgeable, well organized and a pleasure to work with. He has tackled the job with wonderful enthusiasm and with no prospect of personal reward. Please know that he has made a wonderful personal contribution to his community and to the foundation. He has done a superb job and is an asset to your profession. Sincerely, Clare Dowdall, President Arthritis Foundation Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Houston, Texas
Dear USPTA. want to thank the NorCal USPTA members for their support of the $77,500 Safeway Challenger. This year's event was by far the most successful tournament we have hosted to date. Here are some highlights: • Excellent qualifying event hosted by Imperial Courts Tennis Club. • The Pro-Am event in which sponsor representatives teamed with the likes of Paul Annacone and Sandy Mayer to play some tough tennis. • Hosted the first annual USPTA/Prince Doubles Challenge. • Hosted an Easter Seals clinic for disabled children. Top touring pros took time to teach tennis to kids from Camp Harmon. This clinic was a special highlight of the week. • Nearly $4,000 was raised for Easter Seals through ticket sales, a raffle and direct donations. • The men's draw included Jimmy Arias, Paul Annacone, Byron Black and Alex O'Brien. The women's draw included Lindsay Bartlett, Maggie Cole and Russia's No. 1 junior, Vera Vitels.
• Tournament winners were: men's singles, Alex O'Brien; women's singles, Vera Vitels; men's doubles, Paul Annacone and Alex O'Brien; and women's doubles, Nicole Elliott and Vera Vitels. The Safeway Challenger simply would not happen without corporate sponsorship support. Thank you again, NorCal USPTA members, for your support. Sincerely, Bill Rapp, USPTA Marketing/Media Coordination Safeway Challenger Aptos, Calif. Judy K. Welsh Tournament Director Safeway Challenger Aptos, Calif. ADDvantage magazine welcomes your comments. Letters should be typed and signed and may be sent to ADDvantage, USPTA, 3535 Briarpark Drive, Houston, Texas, 77042. For more information on submitting articles for publication, write to the same address, or call (713) 97-USPTA.
Divisional membership coordinators JL
California
Rodger Lolley
Northern California
Joan Schnarr
Eastern
Willie Washington
Northwest
Marc Miller
Florida
Paula Scheb
Pacific Northwest
Suzie Hunt Moran
Hawaii
Dino Bondallian
San Diego
Don Henson
Intermountain
Sue Dillinger
Southern
David Dvorak
Middle Atlantic
Robert Davis
Southwest
John Byron
Middle States
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Texas
JoAnn Padgett
Midwest
Rod Workman
Missouri Valley
Kevin Hamilton
JPTA
Miki Hirano
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David Brown, Rosalind Kermode
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To play or not to play Be selective in picking tournaments by Jim Taylor, Ph.D.
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ne of the most difficult tasks for coaches, whether teaching at the developmental level or on the professional tour, is ensuring that their athletes develop in a consistent and progressive manner while getting enough rest. This process involves many decisions, such as determining the appropriate level of off-season physical training and on-court training, and how often players should compete in order to reach their development goals. Proper tournament selection may be the most important issue, because competition is the bottom line in a tennis player's life. The most underrated training tool, however, is rest. It is an absolutely critical part of any effective training program, yet it is often overlooked by both coaches and players. Rest is as important to competitive preparation as physical technical and mental training. Rest influences every aspect of a player's performance: (1) the physical condi-
Jim Taylor, Ph.D., is an associate professor and sport psychologist in the school of psychology at Nova University in Fort Lauderdale, Ra. He currently is on a one-year leave of absence and living in Aspen, Colo. Taylor is a USPTA certified teaching professional, a regular speaker for the USTA and the USPTA and has worked with many junior and professional players. He also is a former world-ranked Alpine ski racer and holds a second-degree black belt in karate In addition, Taylor has published more than 100 articles in professional and popular magazines, including Tennis and ADDvantage magazines. He also has presented more than 100 workshops throughout North America and Europe.
tion, such as strength flexibility and endurance; (2) the mental state, such as confidence, anxiety, concentration and motivation; (3) the ability to handle pressure; and (4) the enjoyment of training and competition, n planning a player's tournament schedule, coaches should consider certain criteria and carefully select tournaments that will facilitate the player's long-term development. Ultimately, coaches should follow one basic rule: Players should compete only when they have more to gain than lose. Why responsible tournament selection? Match preparation is the key to winning. 6
Responsible tournament selection is critical because the competitive season is long
and physically demanding. This problem was illustrated recently by a touring pro who, in one year, played in almost 50 tournaments and exhibitions and attained a high world ranking. Unfortunately, during the next year he slumped considerably and developed a chronic njury that has sidelined him indefinitely. Playing too much can cause fatigue, produce burnout and, as demonstrated above, result in injury and illness. A common mentality that has emerged from the 'nose to the grindstone' attitude is that more is better. For example, if four miles of running is good, six will be better' if hitting two hoppers of serves is good, hitting four will be better. It is especially important to pace a player because many big tournaments are at the end of the year. It is all too common for players to say, 'I can't wait for this tournament to be over," or The season is almost over, great!' This is not a good attitude for entering key tournaments. Rather, players need to maintain their positive attitude, motivation, and health in order to perform well to the very end of the season. Regular rest guards against the accumulated long-term effects of the grind of the competitive season. Even if players do not feel tired, that doesn't mean they don't need rest. Incorporate rest into training Players also should take off extra days following a stressful period of training or tournaments. For example, following a tournament with six matches in seven days, coaches should close the courts for at least three days. If necessary, coaches should force players to rest even if they do not feel tired. Finally, coaches should plan time off about three weeks before a major tournament. This will ensure that the players are fresh and fired up. There are three clear symptoms of the need for rest that coaches should watch for
A coach should assist players in developing a pre-match time management plan.
in players. First, players who always are tired, yawning a lot, falling asleep during the day and dragging in training. Second, a loss of enjoyment, interest and motivation to train is a sure sign of the need for rest. Third, lingering illness and injury that won't quite go away suggests that the body does not have sufficient resources to repair itself at its current pace. Players are conditioned to believe that not training is a sign of weakness. Typical fears about rest that are held by athletes and some coaches include I will lose my timing, I will get out of shape, will forget how to play,' and 'I'm lazy if I don't practice. Yet, exercise physiologists have demonstrated that rest following a period of training is the time when actual gains are made. This is when the body can repair and build itself beyond its previous level. Coaches can show players the importance of rest by making it a regular part of the training regimen. This can be accomplished
in several ways, such as mandatory rest days scheduled once a week (the Monday after a tournament is common). The intensity of training also should be varied depending upon the time of season, the tournament schedule and how the players feel. This process, called periodization, is the new wave in training technology. One of the most important lessons coaches can teach their players is to listen to their bodies. Our bodies are very good at telling us when we need to back off' the most difficult thing is to be aware of these signals and to act on them.
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When to play Players should compete only when a tournament meets certain criteria. As a general rule, tournaments should serve a specific purpose in fulfilling players' seasonal goals. More specifically, players should compete when they need more tournament experi-
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Preparation is key to winning match
A coach must determine the appropriate level of on-court training for players.
ence, for qualification purposes, for the opportunity to compete against their peers, to gauge their progress, or to prepare for an important tournament. Finally, keep in mind that tournaments should provide positive learning experiences that benefit a player's development. When not to play Competition should never be used as a way to build player confidence. Confidence does not come from competing, it comes from good preparation. Typically, players will come out of a 'confidence-building' tournament with less confidence than before. Players should never enter a tournament because they "know' they will win in fact, this is a no-win situation. If they win, little is gained because they are expected to win; if they lose, it can be a severe blow to their confidence. If players are not totally prepared to play their best, they should never compete. If they are not completely prepared, both mentally and physically, they will not play well and the experience will hurt them. Tournaments should not be played in an effort to break out of a slump. If a player is in a slump, competing is not the way to get out of it. The self-imposed pressure will almost ensure that the player will not perform well. It is more effective to relieve the pressure, understand why the player is in a slump and, through proper training, progressively raise his or her level of play. Finally, players should never compete just for the sake of playing. Invariably, motivation will be low and poor play will be inevitable, o 8
The time that players spend before their match is the most crucial period of match preparation. What they think, feel and do prior to play will dictate how well they perform in the match. Due to this importance, coaches should assist their players in identifying what they need to do to be totally prepared to play their best. Players may then develop a pre-match management plan that enables them to control these factors, thereby increasing the likelihood that they will play their best match. Players have three goals before their match: their equipment should be ideally prepared; their bodies must be warmed up and at an optimal level of intensity; and they must be confident in their ability and focused on performing at their best. There are several key factors that either will help or hinder players' preparation prior to their matches. The first question is: Where at the tournament site can they best accomplish their preparation? This will depend largely on their concentration style. If they tend to think too much, they should stay amid all the activity of the tournament and get prepared. If they tend to be distracted by the activity, they should go off by themselves to prepare. Next, players must decide how they will accomplish the three major areas of preparation, such as specific exercises they prefer to be physically prepared. Coaches should assist their players to develop structured routines that enable them to fully prepare themselves in the three areas. Players then need to determine with whom they must interact and what they should avoid in their preparation. They should interact only with people who can help their preparation, such as coaches. Conversely, players should identify who and what they should avoid that might interfere with their preparation, such as chatty players, officials, parents, and unwanted tournament information. Š
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Tax tips for the tennis professional fey Bruce Weeber, CPA, CFP
Tax tips ie new year brings many exciting Lie opportunities and prospects; it also brings the beginning of tax season. To cope during this trying time, some tax information and tax tips have been compiled to help strengthen the financial position of the USPTA tennis pro. Protecting independent status If a tennis professional does not have an Employer's Identification Number (EIN), form SS-4 should be filed immediately, even if the pro has no employees. The tennis pro can receive an EIN number by calling the IRS Tele-TIN number of the filing center in his or her area. Have the form SS-4 completed before calling, because information will be taken from this form. The numbers are: Atlanta, Ga. Holtsville, NY Andover, Mass. Kansas City, Mo. Philadelphia, Pa. Cincinnati Ohio Austin, Texas Ogden, Utah Fresno, Calif Memphis, Tenn.
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If a tennis professional does not have an Employer's Identification Number (EIN), form SS-4 should be filed immediately, even if the pro has no employees. 10
Tax Receipts The IRS will assign a number immediately, and confirmation will be received in several weeks. It is important to use this number on the Schedule C, instead of a Social Security number. In addition to the Schedule C, use the EIN to complete form W-9 (Request for Taxpayer Identification Number). The W-9 form can exempt qualified tennis pros from having income taxes withheld from their paychecks, thereby protecting the employer from potential penalties. RS form 4669 apparently has been discontinued, however, a replacement form may be prepared by the taxpayer. This form should state simply that the individual verifies the income received has been reported on his or her income tax return and the selfemployment tax has been paid. Both this statement and the W-9 should be completed by the independent contractor and given to the club or facility for its files only. (continued on page 25)
It is extremely important to keep logical, well-organized records and be able to substantiate what's listed on a tax return in case the IRS has a question. An IRS auditor, when confronted with a taxpayer who has made an effort to keep organized records, will have a different reaction than when confronted with a taxpayer who presents a shoe box full of unsorted, messy papers. Check all 1099 and W-2 forms when they are received for mistakes, such as a wrong Social Security number, name, or amount. If the error is not corrected, it will show up on the IRS records, and a notice will be sent saying its records don't match the return. This can result in aggravating and sometimes fruitless correspondence with the IRS. Make sure the entry on the tax return agrees with the 1099 form in afl ways. If the 1099 reports interest from First National Bank, list the bank that way on the return form. Don't list it as "1st Nat." or some other abbreviation because that may create a computer mismatch and prompt the IRS to send an error notice to correct the discrepancy. A way to file for additional deductions is by using credit cards. Charge charitable contributions, medical expenses, business supplies, and equipment. These expenses are deductible in the year the charge is made, even though the charges will not be paid for until the next year. A gift is a business deduction that is easily overlooked. If a gift is received (from a friend, wife or relative) that is directly related to, and used, in the pro's business, it may be deducted. The gift is a legal deduction; however, estimate its fair value to determine the amount of the deduction. Promotional materials that are received from vendors are not considered gifts and cannot be used as a deduction. <o>
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USPTA professionals win gold in wheelchair tennis competition consisted of four other .he first wheelplayers: Jim Black, chair tennis players in Oceanside, Calif the world to earn Scott Douglas, USPTA certification USPTA, Birmingham, teamed up to win a Ala. Nancy Olson, gold medal at the Stony Point, NY and 1992 Paralympics Lynn Seidemann, held n Barcelona, Nevada, Texas. Spain. n the men's medal Brad Parks of San round, Snow defeated Clemente, Calif and Kai Schrameyer, of Randy Snow of Germany, 2-6, 6-4, 6-3, Heath, Texas, longtime to capture the singles adversaries on the singles court, played Brad Parks (third from left) and Randy Snow (far right) of the U.S. wheelchair tennis team gold medal for the United States. together for the first receive their gold medal in doubles in Barcelona. The men's doubles time to lead the United est active junior collegiate coach in America, action provided one of the most exciting States to victory in the men's doubles compeand recently was inducted into the NJCAA matches of the tennis competition. Parks and tition. Snow also won a gold medal in the Tennis Hall of Fame. Snow defeated France's Giammartini and singles competition. The Moores, owners of the Northwoods Callier with a score of 6-4, 6-7(7), 6-4, to win This is my dream team, Coach Bal Tennis Academy in Rhinelander, Wis. also the gold medal. The three-hour match was Moore said. Parks and Snow Talk about conduct wheelchair tennis camps in connecfull of long rallies, powerful groundstrokes your worst nightmare it's having to face tion with the Randy Snow (Quickie Wheeland service returns, and great hustling for those two guys. Bal and his wife Marcha, chair) camp series. the ball USPTA professionals, have coached the "That had to have been one of the greatest The sport of wheelchair tennis made its men's and women's U.S. wheelchair teams matches in wheelchair tennis it was so debut as a fu l-medal sport at the for several years. close, Parks said. don't think 've ever Paralympics, drawing 48 competitors from 16 At the USPTA National Convention, Bal played in a full stadium with thousands of nations. The four single-elimination events, Moore was named USPTA Coach of the Year, people who were so enthusiastic about the men's and women's singles and doubles, and in October both Bal and Marcha match they were watching. took place at the Tennis de la Vail d'Hebron received the Volunteer Service Award given Snow agreed with Parks, adding, It was stadium in Barcelona. annually by the National Foundation of pretty awesome. Š Besides Parks and Snow, the U.S. team Wheelchair Tennis. Bal Moore is the winning-
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Bal Moore instructs wheelchair tennis players on hitting a backhand.
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By Jack L. Groppel, Ph.D.
Tennis instructors can learn a great deal from the golf swing
stroke mechanics to the golf swing. Would you please review some of these analogies?
Jack Groppel, Ph.D., is the executive vice president of Loehr-Groppel/Saddlebrook Sport Science, Inc. He is an instruction editor for Tennis magazine, and is the author of High-Tech Tennis and co-author of The Science of Coaching Tennis. Groppel is a certified Master Professional of the USPTA and was named 1987 Professional of the Year by the USPTA. Groppet is an adjunct associate professor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of Florida. He is chairman of the USTA National Sport Science Committee, chairman of the USPTA National Committee on Fitness and Health, and serves on the National Steering Committee of the USTA Player Development Program.
QUESTION: I attended your presentation on A Systems Approach to Biomechanical Analysis at the 1992 USPTA National Convention and was intrigued by some comments you made comparing tennis
ANSWER: When began my scientific study of tennis stroke mechanics more than 20 years ago, realized that, although little investigation had been done in tennis, an incredible amount of research had been conducted on the golf swing. Obviously, golf is easier to study because the ball doesn't move before impact. Controls are much easier to elicit in golf than in tennis, where you have different speeds and spins, variations in court position, and different heights at which ball contact should occur. So, it's understandable that golf has had the luxury of being scrutinized so thoroughly. Yet interestingly enough, there is a great deal that can be learned about tennis stroke mechanics from the research already completed in golf n golf the preparation stance is crucial to the development of the swing. The same is true in tennis. If the athlete isn't well-balanced with a relaxed, yet alert stance, the execution of the tennis stroke is likely to be poor. In golf, the backswing is initiated as one unit with the body turning to take the club back. If the hands take the club back with an initial poor body rotation, the linked system will likely be 'out of sync, often see this problem in tennis. A player will move the hands first and then the shoulders. This initial movement throws the linked system 'out of sync' and usually will generate other stroke problems. As great tennis players prepare for a stroke, there is a tremendous shoulder turn
while the upper limb moves with the shoulder. Most golf instructors believe that a golfer should initiate the swing with the legs, which drive the hips and shoulders into the swing. The same is true in tennis, which is more of a lower-body sport, rather than an upper-limb sport. In golf, spin is placed on the ball as a result of the downward motion of the club face, while the direction (or loft) of the shot is determined by the angle of the club face. The same is true in tennis. Ball spin results from the high-to-low swing for underspin and lowto-high swing for topspin; ball direction is determined by the racquet-face angle. None of these little anecdotes are new to tennis instructors, but the interesting point is that all of the previously noted observations were first identified in golf. This demonstrates that tennis instructors can learn a great deal from research in other sports. The one side note that everyone should understand is that in tennis, as in golf there is no perfect swing. In the late 1800s, Sir Ainsley Bridgland of Great Britain commissioned several scientists, engineers and physicians to study golf to identify the characteristics of the perfect golf swing. Later, a book by Cochran and Stobbs was written titled, The Search for the Perfect Swing. None of these specialists recognized a perfect swing in golf a sport where the ball is fixed before being hit. If that's the case, there surely isn't a perfect way to swing a tennis racquet all the more reason to study and understand what is efficient and what is inefficient. ÂŽ 13
Across America Tennis Day set for May 8
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.ttention USPTA professionals! Begin making plans to participate in USPTA's Across America Tennis Day on May 8. The event, sponsored by the United States Professional Tennis Association, is designed to get more people involved in tennis by offering free clinics and round-robin tournaments in cities throughout the United States and its territories. The goals of Across America Tennis Day are to help revitalize tennis in the community, promote the game as a means of physical fitness and promote the tennis-teaching profession. The clinics and round-robin tournaments are just a part of the overall project's three phases, which include: the one-day events on May 8; a five-week follow-up program of lessons and league play and Across America Coast-to-Coast clinics, which will
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introduce tennis to special groups who may not otherwise have the opportunity to play tennis. Last year, these special groups included Vietnamese juniors at the San Diego clinic, inner-city youth at the Houston clinic and wheelchair tennis players at the Minneapolis clinic. The cities and participants reflect the wide diversity of populations that exist in our country. Among the many tennis balls hit at these sites, one special ball will be sent from site to site, ultimately ending on the opposite side of the continent. This year, USPTA hopes that more than 2,500 tennis professionals will participate in Across America Tennis Day, which is held in
conjunction with the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports and its Physical Fitness and Sports Month. It is through projects such as this that the tennis teachers hope to convey the benefits of a physically fit and drug-free lifestyle. In 1992, Across America Tennis Day reached nearly 150,000 people with more than 2,200 pros participating. The Coast-toCoast clinics, which began in Guam, ended on the White House courts with a special visit from President and Mrs. Bush Start plans to get your facility involved in the event. Look for registration forms and further information in the February issue of ADDvantage magazine. ÂŽ
Chapter 4
Private lesson can leave a lasting impression by Stan Smith
One of the greatest opportunities to make an impact on a student's game is the private lesson. If the time is used wisely, by making the experience informative, stimulating, active and fun, a student often will continue the game with renewed interest and probably will return.
The first meeting The initial meeting with a student is vital. There is only one chance to make a good first impression, which will set the tone for not only the first lesson, but those to follow
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The tennis professional's personal attire should be neat and clean. Wear the latest fashion from the pro shop and bring demo racquets on court for the student to try This will help promote shop merchandise and add to the club's bottom line.
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A tennis teacher at a resort should wear a name tag to help the student to remember the pro's name and to encourage guests to feel comfortable speaking with him or her
The court should be prepared beforehand so the student doesn't have to wait. The pro always should introduce himself or herself. Be enthusiastic and, if appropriate, the pro should give a little background about himself or herself so that the student will feel comfortable. A good professional should ask the student questions about his or her game and gain some insight into the player's background and personality Leam something about the student. Knowing a student's tennis background gives the pro a clue on where to start the lesson, and people usually love to talk about themselves. The player's NTRP rating indicates a certain ability level, and the lack of a rating may suggest a lower playing ability Don't assume anything, but be alert to questions or even body language. Try to neither "speak down" to the students, nor "over their heads." When asking about a student's needs, a pro should be attentive and observant in order to
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evaluate how to help the player Keep listening for feedback so that time isn't wasted in covering areas that do not relate to the client. It is important to relate all comments specifically to the student's game. Once a pro has an understanding of what the student is looking for, the player should be told what the pro will try to accomplish during the lesson.
The name game Use the student's name often throughout the lesson. This will get â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and keep â&#x20AC;&#x201D; his or her attention better that any other word, because it indicates a real personal interest and involvement. The student should feel that he or she is the most important person in the world during this hour on the court. Proper pronunciation is vital, so if a pro thinks he or she may be mispronouncing the name, or has forgotten it, ask immediately so it can be used again. There is a tendency to simply stop using the name, which places a teacher in an embarrassing situation if he or she has to introduce the student. Try to think of something about the person that helps to remember his or her name (i.e., Ron can run, jumping Jimmy) Before meeting the student's family, learn their names and write them down.
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Speak loudly and clearly so that the player can hear If there is a lot of noise, bring the student to the net or go to where the student is standing to comfortably explain the point. A teacher should speak with authority as if he or she is the most knowledgeable person in the world on that subject. The player will respond more quickly if he or she has no doubts about what the teacher is saying.
Start hitting Once there is a good understanding of what the player thinks are his problems, the instructor should begin hitting with the student to get a better feel for the player's game. It may be that what the student wants is different from his or her major problems â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that is when the teacher must be analytical and diplomatic. 26
The priorities should be determined in resolving a player's problems, in order to find the ingredient that will help the student the most. Many pros will say too much, too early, and confuse the student, so instructions should be simple and applicable to the student's needs. As most players will have had instruction before, the student should be asked what he or she has been told by other pros and comments should be related to previous instructions. One tennis professional may have a different approach from that of another, so be careful that the student understands the concept and benefits of the new approach. The student may have to be "sold" on the concept in order to believe in it and incorporate it into his or her game.
Break it down If the player does not understand the instructions and is frustrated, break down the stroke, starting with the simplest part. For example, assume a right-handed player has a problem with the forehand volley Start the player in the sideways position, weight on the left foot, racquet extended perpendicular to the body and left arm pointing toward the net. Then have the student move the forearm and wrist slightly to contact the ball even with the front foot. Next, start in the neutral position and have the player turn and step into each volley Then move the player back and ask him or her to move forward, split step and move to the ball as he or she would do after a serve and approach shot. By performing these progressions, the player can have some success at the less complex stages and then continue at his or her own rate. Remember, it is important that the player have some success during each lesson for motivational purposes. Different approaches may have to be tried in order to explain the various strokes. A good pro should have a couple of alternative plans to help the player understand the stroke.
Demonstration In teaching, there are various methods to teach strokes. The best way in a private lesson is to demonstrate it so that the player can copy the pro's movements. It may be useful to show the way the player hits it, then show the correct way and explain the differences. Most young people learn from mimicking parents, siblings, friends
or teachers. Other demonstration methods are using a peer of the student who can hit the shot properly, or using a videotape of a world-class pro. The demonstration should be short (about three to five minutes) and to the point. By continuing too long, you may lose the player's attention because he is eager to hit the ball. Another good use of video is to film the student, then show the tape in slow motion. This reinforces and illustrates points very clearly and effectively, and many students may not believe it until they see it. Once the student understands what the teacher is talking about, the instructor's credibility goes up and the student will be more receptive to other suggestions.
Feedback Feedback comes in the form of encouragement and explanation. Before criticizing a student, start with a positive statement followed by constructive criticism, and ending with a positive comment. For 'example, if the player is having problems getting topspin on the forehand, the pro might say, 'You are hitting the forehand with good pace. To get a greater margin of error, try to hit with more topspin by starting your racquet below the ball and finishing nice and high. By doing this, you will hit great passing shots." The player should be encouraged with positive reinforcement that is relative and not just genÂŁral cheerleading. Saying, "Good shot!" "Yes!" and "Way to go!" may be encouraging, but it is not helpful in directing a student toward a specific movement or stroke change. Feedback should be specific: Tell the player exactly what he or she did correctly, or incorrectly, i.e., "That was a good shot, because the contact point was perfect." Change is possible only if the player understands what is wrong.
About the author... One of the best known tennis players of the century, Stan Smith dominated tennis in the 1970s. His string of successes includes (in singles) the U.S. Open (1971), Wimbledon (1972) and WCT Finals (1973), and he made 10 Davis Cup appearances. Smith's doubles partnership with Bob Lutz is legendary, and together they won numerous Davis Cup matches and major doubles titles. Smith and Lutz remain the only duo ever to win the U.S. national doubles title on all four surfaces. Smith was ranked No. 1 nationally in 1969 and 1971-73, and in the world in 1971 and 1972. He is in the Tennis Hall of Fame. Smith is chairman of Stan Smith Design (for tennis facilities), and has been director of coaching for the USTA since 1988. He is a member of USPTA, and helped to found the ATP. Smith has won the Johnston (1968) and LeBair (1969) sportsmanship trophies, and his philanthropic efforts earned him the ATP-adidas Sportsmanship Award (1978) and the ATP Service Award (1979).
Any major change needs to be explained carefully and clearly by stressing the long-term benefits, advantages and disadvantages. The change must be monitored closely and continuously so that the student doesn't revert to the old habit. Stress that the change will take some time and the student will feel as if he or she is taking one step forward and two steps backward. In reality, the student will be taking two steps forward and one step backward. Use examples of students who have been successful with a similar change. A good coach will find the key area that will be most significant in making a change and not over-coach by naming five or six areas and confusing the student. It has to be as simple and as understandable as possible, and change should be made with as little disruption as possible. Hopefully, there will be a period without competition when the player can practice the change without worrying about winning or losing.
Changes Only minor changes should be suggested for one-time students, such as those vacationing at a resort. For a student who is taking a series of lessons, an assessment needs to be made of the benefits of a major change. If led properly, a student might make the change naturally If the potential of a stroke looks hopeless, then a change should be made.
Practice with a purpose The student should practice with a purpose every time he or she hits the ball â&#x20AC;&#x201D; what pace, spin, trajectory and toward which target the ball should be hit. If there is a target, real or imaginary, then the player is getting constant feedback in relation to how far and in what way the ball is missing the target. 27
Lesson review At the end of the lesson, the student should tell the instructor what has been covered, instead of the other way around. This does two things: It helps the teacher understand whether or not the student is learning what the instructor thinks he or she is saying; and it tells how well the student is listening. When the student has to summarize, he can't "fake it," or nod in agreement when he really doesn't understand. Lessons for children
Ages 4 to 8 years The key goal with this age group is to keep it fun, don't worry about the dimensions of the court. Attention span is short so there should be a good variety of drills, such as
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Keep each drill to about five minutes, then switch. Minitennis should be started at this age. Miniracquets or racquetball racquets can be used at the early stages. Ages 8 to 12 years Still keep lessons fun, but switch drills about every 10 to 15 minutes. Make the drills simple and competitive so that the student can keep track of how many times the ball goes over the net, or into a certain target area. Minitennis is great for touch and control.
volleys and overheads, by age 11 or 12. This is a good time to start work on the transition game, as well as approach and volley drills. Ages 12 to 18 years The serious player can be pushed pretty hard. Challenge him or her and encourage development in all parts of the game. The student should be helped to honestly analyze his or her strengths and weaknesses, and to set short-term goals (accomplished within two or three lessons), and long-term goals (may take six months to two years, i.e. changing a grip). Emphasize that performance goals (improvements in technique and attitude on court) are more important than result-oriented goals (tournament wins or rankings), because the player can control performance goals in practice and matches. Advanced juniors These players should drill intensely with frequent, short breaks so that concentration doesn't wander. Most practice sessions don't need to be more than two hours, but they should be of high quality. In a practice session, the drill should be switched every 15 to 20 minutes or less, and fitness exercises should be used, such as wind sprints, ball drills, footwork, sit-ups, pushups or jumping. It is best to work on technique during the first part of the practice because the student is fresher. The practice session should be structured in the following manner: • Teach specific techniques, possibly breaking down a stroke without much movement, but using the full stroke. • Practice specific techniques with some movement. • Play some sets or dofitnessdrills. • Usefitnessdrills without using racquets.
Experiment at this age with spin, pace and trajectory This also is the time to try the one-handed backhand and see if the child has an inclination for the shot. The teacher needs to evaluate whether this shot should be encouraged.
The drills still should be kept fun, and it is important to vary them. Practice specialty shots like the lob, overhead, drop shot and half-volley When playing points, the player can practice his or her all-around game by alternating serve and volleying points, with serve and staying-back points.
Continue to use the junior-sized racquet with a change around 11 or 12 years to a normal-length racquet, depending on the strength of the student. It is better to switch later, than sooner The child should be hitting all the shots, including
Players can learn to take the ball on the rise with a drill by trying to half-volley every ball while at the baseline, then recovering to the baseline after each shot. This helps the player to be aggressive with his feet.
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Competitive singles patterns a new Specialty Course .eaching a student to hit a stroke is quite different from teaching a student to play singles. But now tennis professionals have the opportunity to learn how to teach the total game of tennis in a new Specialty Course, Developing Competitive Patterns for Singles. This process encompasses all aspects of on-court instruction. It focuses on how to hit the shot (stroke fundamentals), where to hit the shot (percentage placements), and court positioning before and after each shot (angle of possible returns) that is specific to singles. The course will highlight the philosophy and tactics behind the game of singles. Professionals will be shown how to establish paper percentages based on the geometry of the court. Other developmental areas will include formulating ga'me plans, teaching students to understand their own limitations as well as those of the opponent, and the difficult task of merging the paper and
Tom Martin teaches the competitive doubles Specialty Course at the 1992 USPTA National
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personal percentages into a working game plan. The course will be presented by Tom Martin, who also teaches the popular Developing Competitive Patterns for Doubles Specialty Course. The theory of patterning is applied equally to singles and doubles, but in doubles there are four people on the court and the teams have less options in style of play, Martin said. In singles, there are so many different types of players, styles of play and secondary options, that teaching professionals need to know how to equip students with the right foundations, physically, mentally and emotionally, to gain competitive success. I believe the singles course will be as popular as the doubles course because the system is simple to understand and applicable to all pros in the teaching (continued on page 23)
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Topic: Coaching
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True or false: Spring is the best time for rest, conditioning and/or strength training.
2. During practice and team matches, what percentage of the time should be spent punishing negative behavior? A. 20 percent B. 5 percent C. 12 percent D. 10 percent 3. When looking for a college tennis scholarship, a recruit may receive free visit(s) to schools. A. three B. one C. five D. no 4. The NCAA has adopted the scoring system. 5. True or false: The NCAA allows only three full scholarships per team. .fund covers any unforeseen 6. The. and miscellaneous expenses. A. emergency B. NCAA C. athletic D. discretionary is the basis on which the rest of the mental training program is built. A. Self-confidence B. Positive attitude C. Role modeling D. Goal setting
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8. True or false: Visualizing what they wish to do before each point is an effective concentration/relaxation technique for students to follow during matches.
9. True or false. While pursuing goals and objectives, the player must realize that obtaining the goal is more important than the effort expended toward the goal.
13. Which of the following is not a good way for a student to deal with pressure? A. Communication B. Ignore the problem C. Follow guidelines for effective time management D. Goal setting and goal evaluation 14. During the preseason, the coach is responsible for four critical areas: physical conditioning, racquet skills, strategy and tactics, and .
10. During the match, communication is best accomplished by suggestions made in an way. A. open-minded B. uncritical C. assertive D. obnoxious
15. During the postseason, a coach should: A. Evaluate the total program B. Ask for players' help in the assessment of the year. C. Give awards D. All of the above
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16. True or false: One way a coach can bring a team together is by allowing the players to practice individually.
True or false: The most significant task of the coach after a match is to put it in perspective for the players.
12. Which of the following comments should be made to a player before a match? A. Let's go out and blow them off the court. B. Remember everything taught you and do it. C. know you re ready, it's going to be a great match D. OK guys, this is the match of your life.
17 True or false. The true test of sportsmanship is to play the game correctly. 18. True or false: Students will learn to play better tennis by doing more drills.
Answers on page 28.
Convention education Vic Braden (below) teaches a course at the 1992 National Convention. Two USPTA professionals (right) listen during a convention seminar; and (bottom right) a group of professionals participating in an on-court class.
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Dates that rate Specialty Courses JEjxams upgrades and Certification Training Courses Jan. 15-16
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City Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta, Ga. ndianapolis, Ind. Nashville, Tenn.
1993
USPTA INTERNATIONAL TENNIS TEACHERS CHAMPIONSHIPS SPONSORED BY $20,000 in Prize Money Held in conjunction with The Lipton Championships at the International Tennis Center, Key Biscayne, Florida, March 17-21,1993 'Qualifying rounds of men's and women's singles will be played off site. Main draw matches will begin Wednesday, March 17 1993. The Tournament Committee reserves the option to conduct (or cancel) a qualifying event in the three days prior to the main event. On March 14-17 a qualifying tournament will be held if necessary (site to be announced).
I TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE: Will Hoag Kathy O'Neal Tom Krukiel I GENERAL INFORMATION: The court surface will be Laykold "Cushion 3000." The balls will be USPTA Pro Penn championship yellow. I ELIGIBILITY: Only current national and international members of USPTA who have paid 1993 dues will be eligible. All membership requirements, including completion of the Certification Exam, must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the entry date of the tournament.
I ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS: Players will be accepted into the tournament based on a combination of the following qualifications: ATP/WTA points (rankings) National rankings USPTA rankings Sectional or state rankings Individual playing records (win/loss record must be elaborated on the second sheet) Wild cards: The Tournament Committee reserves the option to keep two wild card positions for the men's draw and one wild card for the women's draw for use at its discretion.
I DRAW EVENTS: There will be two divisions of play: 1) Men's open (singles and doubles) 2) Women's open (singles and doubles) The men's draw will be limited to 32 entries in singles (16 doubles). The women's draw* will be limited to 16 entries (8 doubles). Players will be permitted to play both events. Doubles entries will be based on team's qualifications (ranking record, etc.). There will not be a qualifying event for doubles.
ENTRY DEADLINE: Entries must be received no later than Friday, February 12, 1993 and must include the entry fee. No entries will be accepted unless accompanied by a check or money
MAIL ENTRIES TO: 1993 USPTA International Tennis Teachers Championships USPTA World Headquarters * One USPTA Centre 3535 Briarpark Drive * Houston, TX 77042 NAME
order made payable to USPTA International Tennis Teachers Championships. Absolutely NO entries will be accepted over the telephone or without an entry fee. I ENTRY FEE: $50/player for singles and $20/player for doubles. Total entries received in each event will determine the proportionate prize money for each event. Make checks payable to: USPTA International Tennis Teachers Championships. I TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS: All car rentals and hotel accommodations should be made through Lipton Travel. Call (305) 446-2200 and ask for Kim Hall. Airline reservations: Continental Airlines will offer an attractive discount off the regular coach fare when booked through Continental Airlines. Call (800) 468-7022. Identify Lipton group as ZC 87 to book reservations and receive discounts. Travel dates March 4-24, 1993, any Continental Airlines city to Miami/return. Car rentals: Contact Kim Hall at Lipton Travel. Hotel accommodations: Local hotels will offer special discounted "player rates" for reservations made through Lipton Travel.
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 12, 1993
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(Include separate sheet of wins and losses if you wish to have them considered) , hereby release the United States Professional Tennis Association, its officers, directors and employees, including those of the USPTA divisions, from any and all liability for injury to me, including illness, resulting from my participation in the USPTA International Tennis Teachers Championships. I assume all risks inherent in my participation.
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Group Attack Volley Drill PURPOSE
THE DRILL
To recognize a high volley while at the net and go for an out-right winner to a designated target area.
PREPARATION Set COACH machine in center of basel ne. Set COACH to throw a ball at a 3 height, with moderate topspin and speed. Set program slide control to throw a forehand volley Set ball frequency at about 2-3 second nterval.
DRILL Player 1 is positioned halfway between the service line and the net with the rest of the line fading towards the basel ne. Volleys should be hit sequentially to target areas T-1 T-2, T-3. After all 3 target areas have been attempted the next player moves in.
Shotl Returned from zone
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Phase of play
Attack
Segmented swing
2-5
Height over net
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VARIATION 1 Perform same drill to player's backhand utilizing target areas T-2, T-3, T-4.
VARIATION 2 Perform same drill but spread program slide controls across a challenging width of the court so that player must hit forehands and backhands during each turn. Press RANDOM.
Drill submitted by Molly Beardsworth, USPTA Pro Cypress Lake C.C., Fort Myers, Florida
T = Target Areas A = Player Locations • = Shot Locations —- = Bal Path
A System Five Ball Machine Drill
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Competitive singles patterns
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The December issue of ADDvantage included an error in the annual education insert. Two separate entries, on pages 15 and 23, concerning the points awarded video reviews listed different point totals. The reviews will be worth two (2) credits in the Continuing Education Program.
industry," Martin said. 'Pros are always looking for concrete ways to improve their product. Pros will be able to develop their students to play singles or doubles using the same patterning process. The on-court program provides plenty of techniques, drills and progressions to enhance everyone's lesson program, Martin said. Martin is the founder and co-director of the Total Tennis Training Program in Toledo, Ohio. He is the director of tennis for the Toledo Athletic Clubs, a group of four indoor facilities in Toledo. He has been a presenter at USTA and USPTA workshops and conventions throughout the country and is the head coach of the USTA Player Development Program. Martin also is a member of the Prince national advisory staff and a consultant specializing in developing teaching systems for professional staffs at private and commercial clubs throughout the United States. <o>
USPTA gets coverage during the Kremlin Cup
Greg Alexander, USPTA, was omitted inadvertently from the list of pros receiving their Master Professional rating at the National Convention in Tucson. Alexander is the tennis coach at Southwestern University and director of tennis at Berry Creek Country Club, both in Georgetown, Texas.
Tune in to watch USPTA's public service announcement, which will be shown during Prime Time Network's coverage of the Kremlin Cup. The 30-second spots will air 7-9 p.m. Jan. 8 and 2-4 p.m. Jan. 26.
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USPTA welcomes new members Congratulations to the following new USPTA members who fulfilled requirements for membership between Nov. 16 and Dec. 15, 1992.
MEMBER
SPONSOR
CALIFORNIA DIVISION R. Pinelle
Garett Brown
J. Santarsiere
Adam J. Burt
P Page
Jamen M Carrizosa
L. De Young
Eleanor B. Compton (Ellie)
Alberto T Alerre, Jr.
T Howell
Michele L. Krause
D. Yates
Carla J. Moseley
J. Jeanette
Karen Elizabeth Nelson
M Jackson
David G. Sabens
R. Moore
Dustin M Skellett
H Lloyd
Kevin G Steele
D. Valiotis
EASTERN DIVISION Robert M Harrison (Mark) S. Mohamed
George H Harris (Hank)
C. King
William E. McDougall
D. Morgan
J.D. Cochran
K.D. Moritz J. Hunsaker
FLORIDA DIVISION Ruben Lamothe
K. Sands
Leonard J. Larouche (Dino)
Courtney M Weichsel
R. Dunbar
L. Schaefer
M Gelina
Marsha Kennedy-Horton
J. English
Matt C. McCaskill
J. Santisi
Paul McNulty
P Findlay R. Pierce Kelley
Todd E. Rubinstein
S. Raynor
Norman D. Schellenger
T Krukiel T.J. Crosby
Stephen J. Murdock Maury J. Perlstein Mike R. Rahaley
A. Murata
Henry K. Somerville INTERMOUNTAIN DIVISION Jack W. Ferry, Jr.
D. Ray
Matthew R. Innes
PL. Samuelstuen
Michael F Phillips
D. Turrin J. Swiggart
D. Bradley J. Carrizosa
A. Veal
Jeffrey A. Cobb
A.W. Speake
Charles K. Coffee
D. Covington
llene M Friedland
P Scheb
C. Michalowski G. Brown J. Ramirez
Ronald Charles Kemp
B. Chadwick
Angela Owens Weaver
J. Peavy
Jeff H Weaver
N Carver
J. Fowler S. Cornehls R. Workman
SOUTHWEST DIVISION Ralph M Bolton
Tracy E. Rankin
J. R. Burda
TEXAS DIVISION
Michael J. Sharp
T Komassa
Richard J. Harr
R. Andrew Sinclair
HAWAII DIVISION
J. Nelson
R. Olomstead
Dale Paul Cronin
Courtenay Page Kotas
G. Bacso
SOUTHERN DIVISION Robert Greg Chambers
Anthony E. Cornwell
C. Anderson
O. Ecaterinis
S. Raynor
Deborah R. Leslie
C. Kevin McCadams
Allan M Brown
Wayne A. Lockwood
Desinor Pierre
C. Gill
NORTHWEST DIVISION
James A. Kellogg
S. Mohamed S. Mohamed
John Hubbell
Cesar M Balibrea-Ortega C. Grimolizzi
Doneta A. Chorney
Kinde Taye
J. Schissel
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA DIVISION
SAN DIEGO DIVISION
S. Mohamed
Jonahiby Tauil
Paul M Roe
MIDWEST DIVISION
Louis J. Hutchinson, II
Robert F Soneru
Joe E. Habes
Eduardo Esteban J. Boyd
Robert Joseph Casey
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R. Ascher
Steven Eric Gittleson
S. Mohamed
Donald Ian Toy
P Fein
MIDDLE ATLANTIC DIVISION
Kim Hutchinson
Pat R. Mosquera
SPONSOR
D. Houston
Samuel F. Hirschberg
Somnath Iyer
J.J. Jose
Dr. Martin Baroch Roy Boesveld
MEMBER NEW ENGLAND DIVISION
INTERNATIONAL DIVISION
Moira C. Albano
Marc S. Serra
SPONSOR
MEMBER
J. Hadi
M Livshitz
R. Walton
Tamra Dee Houston
T English
Joel S. Tennison
W. Herrick
Aaron Glen Layman
I Pound
Darrio H Williams
S. Schultz
James A. Sciarro
V. Barry
Phil Tovar
NATIONAL DIVISION Paul J. Charlesworth Jarrett M Ota
M Achondo A. Murata
R. Yanez
U.S. TERRITORIES AND CANADA Andrew Karpinski
R. Sloan
Tax
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ment. This is especially important if the documents must be received by a certain date, such as when responding to a penalty notice. Act quickly when responding to penalty notices, or anything remotely threatening. The faster something is returned to the RS, the less likely the system will move to the next unpleasant step in the process.
Create a pension plan for 1992 Even though 1992 is over, a pension plan, Individual Retirement Account (IRA) or Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) can still be set up and save in 1992 taxes. Be sure to establish an IRA or SEP and fund the plan on, or before, April 15> 1993. How much may be contributed to the pension plan? If the tennis pro or his or her spouse is covered by an employer's pension plan, they may invest $2,000 each if their adjusted gross income is less than $40,000. If it's more than $40,000, the contribution amount is phased out until $50,000, when no IRA is deductible. A contribution may be made, but it's not recommended. If neither the pro nor the spouse is covered, up to $2,000 each can be deposited in IRAs. If the spouse is employed and has no pension plan, an IRA with a maximum of $2,000 may be created for the spouse, limited by his or her annual gross salary. For example, if a person's annual gross salary is $1,350, the maximum amount of an IRA is limited to $1,350. If the tennis pro's spouse isn't employed, increase the maximum for the couple to $2,250 (this amount must be split between two IRAs one for each spouse with
Act quickly when responding to penalty notices, or anything remotely threatening. The faster something is returned to the IRS, the less likely the system will move to the next unpleasant step in the process.
Bruce Weeber, a USPTA professional and accountant, is the owner of Weeber and Associates in Pottstown, Pa. He has 35 years of experience as a tax and financial specialist, and has achieved certification as a financial planner. A USPTA member for 23 years, Weeber holds the ranking of Professional 1. He was a USTA professional umpire for 18 years.
neither IRA exceeding a maximum amount of $2,000). A tennis pro must be self-employed in order to qualify for a SEP This is like a pension plan, except there are no annual filing requirements like a Keogh (HR10 or SERP). Any full-time employees, however, may be required to be included in the plan. The maximum amount that may be contributed to this plan is 13.04 percent of the tennis pro's net income reported on Schedule C. Start now and begin building security and a retirement plan. IRS correspondence The IRS is sending more and more computer-generated notices and many problems are caused when taxpayers don't respond promptly to the notices. A person can avoid additional problems by responding immediately, by return mail if possible. If more time is needed to answer a question, respond with a request for more time. The RS usually will put a 30-day hold on the account and suspend notices. Use certified mail for all important correspondence to the IRS. Put the certified receipt number on the document that is being sent, and keep the receipt so a record is available in case the IRS loses the docu-
Even though 1992 is over, a pension plan, Individual Retirement Account (IRA) or Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) can still be set up and save in 1992 taxes. If problems cannot be straightened out by the taxpayer, turn matters over to the Problem Resolution Office in the taxpayer's district. The purpose of this office is to deal with bureaucratic tie-ups. To get the PRO working on a case, a taxpayer must show that he or she has tried twice to solve the problem through normal channels and failed. Call the IRS toll-free number, (800) 829-1040 and ask for the district's PRO location and phone number. If a return is not signed, the IRS will send a notification letter with the original tax return. A taxpayer will not be penalized if he or she signs the return and mails it within 10 days. The IRS will treat the return as if it were filed on time and no penalty will be charged. For more information about topics in this article, contact Bruce Weeber at Weeber & Associates or your own accountant. o
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Industry action USPTA Board Nominations • The National Nominating Committee is. accepting applications from members who are interested and available to serve on the USPTA National Board of Directors for 1993-94. Applicants must submit a resume and a 250- to 500-word essay outlining their opinions on the goats, directions and objectives of USPTA, These materials should be postmarked no later than March 1, and sent to: Judy Preston 5130 Enelra Place San Diego, CA 92117 • Chris Blue, USPTA, has been named director of tennis and head pro at Columbia Lakes Resort and Conference Center in West Columbia, Texas, which is south of Houston. • The 1992 Division Pros of the Year are: California, Don Gomsi; Eastern, Robert Ingersole; Florida, Harry Gilbert; Hawaii, Dino Bondallian; ntermountain, Boots O'Brien; Middle Atlantic, Bob Anderman; Middle States, Theresa Warrell; Midwest, Jorge Capestany; Missouri Valley, male, Richard Halpine, female, Lisa Osbourn; New England, Phil Parrish; Northern California, Dexter Fong; Northwest, Brian McCoy; Pacific Northwest, Marceil Whitney; San Diego, Bill Bond; Southern, Fred Burdick; Southwest, Mike Van
Stan Oley, USPTA, gives an introduction on Match Mate ball machines and System 5 at Tyler (Texas) Junior College.
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Other featured speakers at Tyler (Texas) Junior College were Ken McAllister (left) and Chuck Kriese, both USPTA members.
Zutphen; and Texas, David Anderson. • The 1992 Division Testers of the Year are: California, Don Gomsi; Eastern, Danny Burgess; Florida, R.J. Tessier; Hawaii, Dave Porter; ntermountain Geoff Hodson; Middle Atlantic, Tom Gawkins; Middle States, Ed Garcia; Midwest, Dale Steiss; Missouri Valley, Jaime Vargas; New England, Betty Walsh; Northern California, Dave Houston; Northwest, Roger Boyer; Pacific Northwest, Eldon Wilson; San Diego, Don Henson; Southern, Hank Avants; Southwest, Mike Van Zutphen; and Texas, John Ingram. • Stan Oley, USPTA, director of sales and marketing for Crown Manufacturing, spoke to students of the Professional Tennis Management Program at Tyler (Texas) Junior College about uses of Match Mate ball machines and also gave an introduction to the System 5 teaching system. Ken McAllister, USPTA, executive director of the Texas Tennis Association, spoke on tennis organizations at the international, national, state and local levels. Other speakers featured at the college throughout the semester were Mike Slattery, USPTA, assistant men's coach at the University of Kansas; Chuck Kriese, USPTA, men's coach at Clemson (S.C.) University and Julian Krinsky, director of the Julian Krinsky School of Tennis in Philadelphia. • Russell E. Crispell, USPTA, has been named tennis coordinator for the World University Games Buffalo '93. The 10-day games will be held in the United States for the first time in its 70-year history on July 8-18. According to a press release from the
World University Games Buffalo '93, the event will attract 5,000 athletes in 12 sports from more than 100 countries, and is the second largest amateur sporting event in the world (after the Summer Olympics). Crispell will assume the day-to-day responsibilities of all tennis operations at the games, and will oversee equipment procurement, sponsorship marketing, volunteer recruitment and training, general tournament operation and organizational development. He also is involved in the formation of the Western New York Tennis Association. • Dennis E. Myers, USPTA, has been named tenn s professional for The Dominion Club, a new $15 million private country club serving the residential community of Wyndham, Va. Myers was previously the assistant tennis professional at Treyburn Country Club in Durham, N.C. where he nstituted the junior tennis program organized adult clinics, leagues and tournaments, and maintained computerized challenge ladders. • USPTA member Laird Dunlop is organizing the 1993 Wrightsville Beach Pro Tennis Tournament. The fifth annual event will be held at Landfall Sports Center on April 16-18 and will highlight world-class men's and women's tennis. • USPTA pros Kathy O'Neal, president of Aces Unlimited in Pembroke Pines, Fla. Scott Ehrlich, director of tennis at the Michael-Anne Russell Jewish Community Center in Miami; and Gus Losada and Earl Hends, both assistant pros at the center, assisted with the recent Lipton Governor's Cup in Miami. Jennifer Capriati, Gabriella
Sabatini Mary Jo Fernandez and Aranxta Sanchez-Vicario were featured at the exhibition, which helped raise $240,000 for the We Will Rebuild fund benefiting Hurricane Andrew victims. • The USPTA Southern Division award winners were announced at the recent division convention: Tom Daglis, Division Professional of the Year- Jim Peavy, Pride of the South Award; Susan McDanald-Love, Female Player of the Year- Pat Serrett, Male Player of the Year- R.J. Dunkle, Male Player of the Year, co-award; Armistead Neely, Senior Male Player of the Year- Jim Moortgat, Coach of the Year Bill Heslin III, Rookie of the Year- and Danny Streiff, Assistant Professional of the Year. Victor Palafox was recognized as the Arkansas Professional of the Year- Bill Johnson, Louisiana Professional of the Year- Betty Jones and Peter Lebedeus, co-award for Tennessee Professionals of the Year- Don Paitrick and Jamie Dotson, co-award for Mississippi Professionals of the Year- Brick Warden, Alabama Professional of the YearSteve MacDermut, North Carolina Professional of the Year- and Billy Williams, South Carolina Professional of the Year. • Two Southern Division award winners also received other honors, Billy Williams, director of tennis at the Island Club Tennis and Health Club on Hilton Head Island, S.C. has been inducted into the Campbell University Sports Hall of Fame, the first tennis player to receive the honor- and Danny Streiff, of Carmel Country Club in Charlotte, N.C. has been named the North Carolina Association of Tennis Professional's 1992 Assistant Professional of the Year.
USTA • The United States Tennis Association announced its 1992 Community Service Awards during its Recreation Tennis Leadership Workshop, held Nov. 6-8 in Dallas. The awards, in their 18th year, are conferred annually to honor individuals for their outstanding recreational tennis field work. The recipients are Andrew Alexander, Columbus, Ohio; Samuel Burroughs, Washington, D.C. Scott Harrison, Fort Walton Beach, Fla. Mary Hatfield, Macon, Ga. Larry Kirkpatrick, Dallas; and Clare Lahey, Lee, Mass. • The 15th annual USTA National MotherDaughter Hardcourts champions are Jane and Tory Schroeder from Chapel Hill, N.C. The Schroeders are the nation's No. 1-ranked mother-daughter team and defeated Jennifer and Kilmeny Waterman of Kansas City, Mo. at the Prestonwood Country Club in Dallas to become the new champions. Tournament director was John Ingram, USPTA. • A youth tennis program in El Paso, Texas, has been named the 1992 USTA NJTL Chapter of the Year The award honors an outstanding USTA NJTL chapter which has demonstrated continued excellence in recreational tennis programming. USTA NJTL of El Paso started its program in 1983 and has expanded from 83 students to more than 600 boys and girls who played at 14 neighborhood sites last summer. For the second consecutive year, the chapter was one of 22 selected nationally to host a USTA NJTL Regional Rally, which drew more than 100 USTA NJTL players from across the Southwest.
Jack Justice, USPTA past president, presents an award to Maggie Lawliss, coordinator of the USTA Schools Program, for her work in facilitating USPTA programs to the NJTL. Awards also were presented to Beth Brainard, coordinator of USTA NJTL program development, and Martha Hacker, coordinator of USTA NJTL projects and promotions.
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Associations • Otto Kolar, Ed.D. has been appointed director of education by the Club Managers Association of America. He will administer the CMAA's certification and education programs, including the Business Management Institute programs. Kolar was founder and executive vice president of Kolar & Associates, an education and association management consulting firm in Alexandria, Va.
donations of merchandise to the players and in-store incentives to persuade consumers to contribute dollars to the event. • The Match Mate Coach serving machine has the ability to deliver a 'gamelike' serve of 115 mph n either a programmed or random fashion, Crown Manufacturing officials say. By hoisting the machine to the appropriate height, the ball is given the correct trajectory and speed. The machine also can deliver a tremendous topspin serve. This machine was introduced at the 1992 USPTA National Convention in Tucson.
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Miscellany • Sport For Understanding (SFU) International Exchange, a non-profit exchange program for teenage athletes, invites tennis players ages 14-19 of all skill levels to travel to Australia, New Zealand, Sweden and Spain during the summer of 1993. For further information and an application, write to Sport For Understanding, Dept. C103, 3501 Newark Street, N.W. Washington, DC. 20016, or call (800) TEENAGE. • Tough Draw The Path to Tennis Glory is a new book on tennis written by Eliot Berry, the recipient of the 1992 Award for Tennis Writing presented by NEC Corporation and Tennis Week. The book has been reviewed favorably by both Time magazine and The New York Times, as well as many newspapers around the country. The book is available in major bookstores.
• Asahi and the Atlanta Lawn Tennis Association (ALTA) teamed up recently to sponsor the second annual Wheelchair Tennis Day in Georgia. Famous wheelchair tennis players from around the country participated in the event, which was initiated last year by Asahi and ALTA. Major athletic shoe' and sporting goods retailers participated with
"Don't let rain, snow or cold weather stop you!"
string; Viper Vibration Absorber, an attachment that weaves through the racquet strings to reduce vibrations; Racket Diagnostic Center- a water bottle; four double line bags and a merchandising display. • Universal Fabric Structures Inc. introduced the Tennis Sport Hall, which is a self-supporting, tensioned fabric structure. The design features a high quality, anodized aluminum frame combined with heavy duty PVC fabric cladding.
Match Mate Coach serving machine • Wilson Racquet Sports introduced a new ball caddy that is intended for consumer as well as teaching-professional use. The machine picks up and stores a maximum of 80 balls and is made in the United States of recyclable material. It is now available for $44.95. • Phoenix Challenge/Love 50 has announced that Arizona-based Penn Racquet Sports again will be the lead sponsor in conjunction with the city of Palm Desert for the 1993 National and World Championships in Palm Desert, Calif In addition to the balls and equipment supplied in previous years, Penn, the world's largest manufacturer of tennis balls, will provide trophies for the league's world championship event. • Babolat has recently introduced the following products: VF Duocrome, a tennis
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