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Volume 18- Issue 8 The Voice Of The Tennis Teaching Profession

NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Gordon Collins Vice Presidents Kathy Woods Will Hoag Joseph Thompson Kurt Kamperman SecretaryfTreasurer Jim Davis Past President Jack Justice

August 1994

On the cover

Nearly 200 participants attend the Detroit Across America Tennis Day multicultural clinic.

Photo by Dean Snyder, USPTA Master Professional.

FEATURES

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8 Grassroots success continues with Across America Tennis Day

WORLD HEADQUARTERS CEO Tim Heckler Director of Operations Rich Fanning

10 Club tournaments important to players, club's success

by Greg Grover

Executive Assistant Marty Bostrom Director of Shawna Riley Communications Communications Gayden Cooper Marketing/Business John Tamborello Operations Magazine Coordinator Julie Myers Sports Marketing Karen Unger Coordinator Sports Marketing Jason Pointer Assistant Public Relations Dan Soine Assistant Corporate Services Christl Call Manager Secretary Dale Henry Computer Services and Kathy Buchanan Club Relations Education Coordinator Susan A. Thompson

12 Family involvement one key to USPTA Little Tennis™ success 12 Safety is high priority on and off court 16 USPTA Adult Tennis League offers flexible schedule, fun format 19 USPTA accredits NBTA/Manatee College tennis business degree 20 Code of ethics: legalities and moralities

Whether it's enforceable or not, it is there

by Paul R. Waldman 25 Boca Raton Resort & Club offers deal to USPTA members 28 US PTA members pass USTA exam

USPTA National Convention: "Growing the Game"

Membership/Education Sharon Dust€ Assistant

13 The US PTA Cup golf entry form

Memb~rship/Education Karen Mahon

14 USPTA team scramble golf entry form

Assistant Membership/Education Vicky Tristan Assistant

18 Convention activities, local amusements provide entertainment for attendees

Financial Manager Renee Heckler Controller Theresa Weatherford Receptionist Cindy Sauer Director of Certification George Bacso and Academies

18 Convention briefs 19 National Convention Specialty Courses 19 Certification Exam and Certification Training Course

Co-Director of Academies Bill Tym Advertising/Marketing Phone (713) 97-USPTA Information LEGAL COUNSEL Attorney-at-Law Paul Waldman

ADDvantage is published monthly by the United States Professional Tennis Association.

For information, write the World Headquarters US PTA One USPTA Centre 3535 Briarpark Drive Houston, TX 77042 Phone (713) 97-USPTA or fax (713) 978-7780 Office hours: 8:30a.m. - 5 p.m. Central time.

Copyright © United States Professional Tennis Association , Inc. 1994..AII rights reserved .

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DEPARTMENTS 3 CEO's message: USPTA convention and new awards emphasize

growing tennis

by Tim Heckler 4 Letters 5 Secretary-Treasurer's message: A tennis professional for life makes gradual progression to success

by Jim Davis 24 Dates that rate 26 Industry action ADDvantage August 1994

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USPTA convention and new awards emphasize • • growmg tenms Tim Heckler, CEO

Stan Smith, Jack Kramer, Jack Groppel , You won't be able to find many other Specialty Courses. It's possible to attend as George Bacso, Andy Brandi and Jim Loehr. events that exemplify 'Growing the Game' many as 13 Specialty Courses for $40. And, Education won 't be the only thing it's important to note that attendees will receive the way the 1994 USPTA National Convention 'Growing the Game' as USPTA expands its two continuing education credits for each fourdoes. hope you 're planning to be among awards program to recognize the indj vidual hour course and four credits for each eightthe 2,200 or so people who attend this annual who has done the most to pr.omote tennis. hour course. extravaganza, which this year will be in La The 1994 USPTA Quinta, Calif.

Excellence n Growing the 1994 USPTA Excellence in "Growing the Game Award" Growing the Game' • is the theme To be considered for the individual award, applicants must answer the following questions: Game' Award will of this year's festivibe presented to ties and we hope to 1. What have you done in the past 12 months (October 1993 to September 1994) to grow the game the person who emphasize the imof tennis in the United States and/or worldwide? has done the most portance of promot2. How have your efforts increased player participation in tennis? to grow the game. ng our sport We also have through the educa3. Describe in as much detail as possible the results of your efforts to "Grow the Game. " Quantify asked the Tennis tional offerings, paryour answers when possible (e.g., number of new players introduced to the game, length of program, Industry Associanumber of people involved in administrating the program/event, etc.). Also inc!Ude the names and ties and special tion (TIA) to phone numbers of those people who can verify your participation. presentations. consider presentUSPTA once 4. How has your program directly benefited the business concems of the tennis industry (e.g. , increase ing a similar award again has nin equipment/apparel sales, tennis fac1Jity revenue, lesson revenue, etc.) to the tenniscreased the educa5. Faxed or mailed answers to these questions must be received at the USPTA World Headquarters related business tional offerings at

by Sept. 1. A committee will judge responses. Fax responses to (713) 978-7780, or mail them to that has done the the convention USPTA, One USPTA Centre, 3535 Bnfrpark Drive, Attn: "Gro_wing the Game," Houston, TX 77042. most to promote There will be more the game in the than 60 one-hour last 12 months.

Convention attendance is worth eight eduSeminars, 23 Specialty Courses, a CertificaIf you re interested in entering yourself cation credits, and it's possible for someone tion Training Course, a Certification Exam and read the information in the boxed area on this upgrade opportunities, and USTA sport to earn as many as 28 additional credits page and follow the application procedure. science exams. enough for the first and second grading The winner will be announced at USPTA's periods of the USPTA Continuing Education Your convention registration fee covers all annual Awards Breakfast on Sept. 21 seminars, the Awards Breakfast, all parties, Program .

Good luck on your individual efforts to giveaway packages and entrance into the Our educational agenda will feature many grow our sport, and hope to see you in La 1994 USPTA National Tennis Buying Show. A of the best speakers in our industry. Just a Quinta. o $40 flat fee is required to take one or more few of these speakers include Billie Jean King, ADDvantage August 1994

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1-~l~'l''l'I~Il{;::__.......----------USPTA grant helps children Dear USPTA. Thank you for selecting me for a USPTA grant for the USTA Schools Program . have just completed reinvesting ' the funds in seven two-hour sessions for 45 students at the Washington State School for the Deaf (WSSD) in Vancouver; Wash. Assisting me were Steven Clark, PE . instructor at WSSD, Dick Mclaughlin, USPTA, and Bonnie Elliott, volunteer.

Last year when Nancy Osborne, USTA/PNW, introduced tennis to the WSSD, was one of the volunteers assisting her.

When Steven Clark phoned me this year to ask if could help him again , was delighted.

With this grant, could add some equipment to the program, as well as really get d9wn to teaching tennis using the progressions in the USTA Schools Program Curriculum.

Although don't know American Sign Language, found I could communicate just through showing them how to play tennis.

Steven explained the games to the students, and added tennis terminology to their vocabulary, since terms like forehand and backhand are not a part of ASL . Even the special-needs students were happily involved wit tennis.

Steven Clark summed up the sessions with " Thanks! See you next year! ' My thanks to USPTA for helping make things happen for kids.

Sincerely, Arlene Clark, USPTA Vancouver, Wash.

Proud of Wilson-USPTA union Dear USPTA. As one of the new members of the Wilson Senior Advisory Staff 'm especially excited about Wilson's new association with USPTA. As the " Official and Exclusive Racquet and Accessory of USPTA, Wilson Sporting Goods Co. has made a major commitment to the nation's oldest and largest tennisteaching professional organization. Being an active and long-standing USPTA member, am proud to be a part of that commitment to our industry by serving as a Senior Advisory Staff member for Wilson Racquet Sports.

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USPTA professionals have proven to be loyal supporters of USPTA endorsed products, due in part to the high standards that are set in selecting companies and products that we agree to put our Association's name on , but also because we are quite a cohesive group with many shared and common goals. Because of this fact, Wilson is poised to greatly benefit from the endorsement of this fine and well-regarded group of professionals, and will surely gain in the public view as a result. couldn't be happier for Wilson and USPTA for this new win/win alliance between two organizations leading the world in the sport of tennis. look forward to working with Wilson for many years to come.

Sincerely, Skip Singleton, USPTA Niceville, Fla.

Midwesterner visits Intermountain convention Dear USPTA. In October 1993, was making plans for a winter skiing vacation , but couldn't get away due to conflicts with my teaching schedule and holiday activities in Milwaukee.

In January, was reading through the ADDvantage magazine section that lists all the USPTA educational activities across the country, and one particular destination caught my eye. The ntermountain Division was holding its annual convention in April in Steamboat Springs, Colo. immediately started to plan my ski getaway all in the name of continuing education.

The first course of action was making a phone call to Jim Swiggart, the convention chairman . expressed my interest in making a trip to Colorado, and asked about the convention plans and the snow conditions in April He was very enthusiastic, anq said he was thrilled to welcome a Midwesterner to the event.

The convention was held at the Sheraton Resort, and moved there after three days of skiing . Overall, my experience of attending a division convention outside of my own division was fun , educational and rewarding . made some new tennis contacts and friends, and was able to network and share ideas

about tennis-teaching , programming and other aspects of our business with fellow pros who may have a different perspective on things due to geographical variances. learned that we all have basically the same goals in our mission to teach tennis and promote the game in our communities. Yet everyone has his or her own personalities, ideas, gimmicks and views, and we all can add something to our programs by sharing some of our thoughts.

If there is an area of the country you would like to visit , why not plan a short trip around a division convention , Specialty Course or school of teach ing that is planned for that particular location? You will find the experience very enlightening, and what a great way to combine business with pleasure.

Sincerely, Annette Riley, USPTA Milwaukee

Gold stars to USPTA pros Dear USPTA. I've taken tennis lessons from many US PTA pros over the past 20 years, and think an organization should know what the public thinks of its members, in terms of their job competency.

Well I have rave reviews for two of your members Michael Velasco, La Madrona Swim and Racquet Club, Scotts Valley, Cal if and Roger McKee, Mountain Park Racquet Club, Lake Oswego, Ore. These two fellows have helped elevate my game and also my appreciation for the game. am grateful Should you be passing out gold stars, send four to each of them please.

Sincerely, Pete Engel Lake Oswego, Ore.

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.

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for life makes gradual • progression to success Jim Davis, Secretary-Treasurer

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was younger, many of my adult students asked , 'When are you getting a real job?' would reply politely, I do have one in the business of tennis. definitely consider it a real job when your gross sales exceed $2.5 million , and you have a monthly payment to the bank, more than 3,009 clients and more than 150 employee.;;·.

When first started in the tennis business, had no idea would be where am today. started as an assistant professional making $5 an hour in the fall of 1973. My first indoor club owner, Nick Beresky, taught me to think like an 'owner.' He told me that if worked hard, listened, stayed focused , was honest, people-oriented and patient, and learned someth ing new about the tennis business every day, I would be as respected as any doctor, lawyer, banker or professional in town .

Fortunately, listened , and he was right.

Currently, I am a managing partner of the Toledo Athletic Clubs.

It is important to note that this was a gradual progression with some big disappointments along the way.

There were two factors which were critical to my success.

• A willingness to be a risk-taker. You cannot be afraid to fail.

• Set written goals. You must have a plan .

Writing your goals crystallizes them . had

a plan of where wanted to be when was 30, 35 and 40 years old.

It is critical for a tennis professional of the '90s to possess both scientific skills and interpersonal skills in order to succeed in a highly competitive marketplace. Tom Martin, my partner in The Total Tennis Training Program, and believe it is vital for a good professional to have a high degree of oncourt knowledge and resources that can be imparted to the student. These scientific skills can be learned . Some of the skills are: • Developing and assessing foundations • Developing game plans • Planning curriculums • Setting goals

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Just as important are the interpersonal skills. These skills are the professional 's

. . . it is vital for a good professional to have a high degree of on-court knowledge and resources that can be imparted to the student.

delivery system , and may allow the professional to be seen as the following : • • • • •

Go,ad communicator Role model Risk-taker Motivator Educator

A person who has both scientific and interpersonal skills will be a well-rounded professional. This is what is necessary for career advancement and true job security for a tennis professional.

A true professional must not be satisfied with the status quo. He must continue to broaden his base of knowledge as well as diversify his talents. feel confident enough now that could leave the tennis business today and move right into another profession .

Why? Because I have learned such skills as marketing, budgeting , staff training , time management, public speaking , presentation techniques, teamwork and the art of selling to name a few. Having these skills makes me more valuable to the company or club as part of the management team If you are considering being a 'lifer' as a professional in the tennis business, strongly would advise you to acquire the scientific on-court knowledge you need , as well as develop the interpersonal skills required to allow you to achieve a successful and rewarding career. <3 ADDvantage August 1994

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Grassroots success continues witll E m Kappa, Hawaii , to Ellsworth Maine, thousands of USPTA professionals and volunteers donated their time on May 14 to give free tennis lessons and host social round robins for more than 150,000 people throughout the country.

Many former players returned to the game on Across America Tennis Day (AATD), while new players of all¡ ages were introduced to the sport through these fun social clinics.

AATD events around the country featured a variety of activities. In Corpus Christi , Texas, more than 150 people received instruction from guest speaker Vic Braden and 15 other USPTA professionals. State Rep. Todd Hunter presented Braden with a Texas flag that was flown over the Capitol in Austin in honor of Across America Tennis Day. One of the clinic organizers, Ron Woods, said that the most important aspect of AATD

is how the event draws the local group of USPTA members together.

'This is a day that we look forward to all year,' he said. It gives us a chance to get together to promote tennis in our community as a group, which has a lot of impact. Across America Tennis Day is a catalyst for our local pros because it leads us to work together on other events throughout the year.' n Los Angeles, participants at California State University-Northridge enjoyed an aliday tennis carnival hosted by 21 local professionals. In addition to the traditional group lessons and round robins, there were exhibition matches and a pro-am tournament.

Athletes in wheelchairs received special instruction from experienced wheelchair tennis players. USPTA endorsees Penn Racquet Sports and Wilson Racquet Sports donated merchandise as giveaways.

One of the largest gatherings of USPTA members was in Knoxville, Tenn . where 33 professionals gathered to host a series of AATD events. Four separate clinics were offered during the day for different age groups. The University of Tennessee offered the facility, and a local sponsor, Pilot Oil Corp. provided refreshments and. donated $1,000 to the local Boys and Girls Club.

In some cases, USPTA professionals hosted AATD events for special groups. In Montgomery, Ala. 10 professionals taught clinics for two days and rated more than 120 juniors for summer league competition. In Lancaster County, Pa. a late-night sports festival featured an AATD clinic for more than 100 youths. In Lincoln , Neb. Sue Sloboth had a clinic for senior players and organized an event the following day in Omaha, Neb. for inner-city youth. Sloboth worked with the Omaha Boys and Girls Club and had more than 40 youths present, each with their Big Brother or Big Sister.

Multicultural clinics

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Corpus Christi, Texas: Vic Braden, USPTA professional, helped teach tennis to the more than 150 adults at the annual Across America Tennis Day celebration.

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AATD 's multicultural segment has grown significantly since 1990, when it began with 13 clinics. In 1994, the number of multicultural clinics increased to 80, and more than 300 USPTA professionals and volunteers gave their time to this effort.

These clinics, which are held in cooperation with the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, bring tennis to groups that normally would not have the chance to

Across America Tennis Day play the game. Groups targeted in this year's clinics included Special Olympic athletes, inner-city youth, wheelchair players, American ndians and many more.

Laura Hall in Phoenix, kicked off her summer program for inner-city children with a USPTA multicultural clinic.

By introducing these kids to the game of tennis, we give them a window of opportunity to do something different with their lives," she said . 'When you giye young people goals and the tools to work with, it builds selfesteem and they begin to believe in themselves.

Beginning in Guam each spring, the multicultural clinics hopscotch across the country to reach the White House tennis court. On Across America Tennis Day, a group of Hispanic and African-American youth were put through their paces by USPTA professionals. Chip King from Lorton , Va. coordinated the Washington , D.C. clinic for the second straight year. n Boston, David Altshuler held clinics inside two area hospitals for children undergoing treatment for diabetes and cancer.

One of the most publicized multicultural clinics took place again in the famous New York neighborhood of Harlem where Karin

Buchholz and other USPTA professionals and USTA clinicians presented a program for inner-city youth. Former New York City Mayor David Dinkins was one of four dignitaries who stopped by Fred Johnson Park to visit with the young participants.

The largest multicultural clinic was held in Charlotte, N.C. where USPTA member Danny Streiff worked with city officials and local church groups to help more than 450 inner-city children enjoy a day of tennis lessons and games.

Manufacturers donated equipment for the multicultural clinics. For the fourth consecutive year, Penn donated USPTA Pro Penn tennis balls for participants. These special souvenir balls are emblazoned with the seal of the President's Council Wilson donated 100 racquets and string for the clinics. Other donations were made by Spalding and Fox Tennis, which gave racquets, and Pro Kennex, which donated racquets and string.

Follow-up

The third segment of the AATD program, in addition to the May 14 celebration and the multicultural aspect, is a player retention program for clinic participants. Guidelines for the five-week program appeared in the April issue of ADDvantage magazine. Professionals are encouraged to develop follow-up programs to maintain the interest and enthusiasm inspired by the one-day clinics. Many professionals use Across America Tennis Day as a feeder program for USPTA's Adult Tennis League, which began July 1 and other leagues and activities.

As the program has become more popular, other countries are joining with USPTA for Across the World Tennis Day Countries that participated this year nclude Italy, Spain Denmark, the Netherlands, Thailand, Kuwait, Bolivia, Mexico and Tempe, Ariz.. Footwork drills were part of the activities for children Australia. o at the Western Reserve Club.

Arlington, Va .. York Onnen (right), President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, proudly shows the USPTA Pro Penn souvenir ball to Jesse Gallegos of the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association.

Across America Tennis Day multicultural clinic sites Agana, Guam Amherst, N.Y. Arlington, Va. Asheville, N.C. Atlanta Augusta, N.J. Austin, Texas Bladensburg , Md. Boston Brooklyn , N.Y. Calabasas, Calif.

Charleston, W.V. Charlotte, N.C. Cincinnati Cleveland Cleveland Heights, Ohio Columbus, Ohio Dallas Denver Detroit East Moline, Ill. East Palo Alto, Calif.

Escondido, Calif.

Fort Myers, Fla. Fresno, Calif.

Georgetown, Md. Green Bay, Wis. Hartsville, S.C. Hershey, Pa. Hilton Head Island , S.C. Houston Kailua Kona, Hawai i Key Biscayne, Fla. Kingsville, Texas Kohler, Wis. Lake Forest, Ill .

Lincoln, Neb.

Los Angeles Louistown, Pa. Mesa, Ariz.

Memphis, Tenn.

Milwaukee Minneapolis New York Norfolk, Va. Oakland, Calif.

Oklahoma City Omaha, Neb. Otawa, Ill. Pawleys Island , S.C. Pasco, Wash.

Phoenix Pittsburgh Philadelphia Portland " Maine Rochester, N.Y. Sacramento, Calif.

Salt Lake City San Diego San Francisco Santa Barbara, Calif.

Santa Maria, Calif.

Seattle Springfield, Mo. Tampa, Fla. Tarrytown, N.Y. Tehachapi , Calif.

Tempe, Ariz.

Tucson, Ariz.

Tulsa, Okla.

Washington, D.C. West Lanham Hills, Md. Willowbrook, Ill. York, Pa.

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Club tournaments important to

by Greg Grover

Rbably no job responsibility or service to club members is more important than running club tournaments, specifically club member championships. For job security sake, as well as member satisfaction and retention , club tournaments should be directed with all the care and detail of a professional championship or a major prizemoney event.

While both require organized planning and direction, one must remember the important difference between the two. When running prize-money events, a professional is dealing with professional tournament players whose lives revolve around the event. With club tournaments, the professional is dealing with members who are inexperienced nontournament-oriented amateurs whose priorities are somewhat different (the tournaments revolve around their lives, not their lives around the tourneys).

To be successful , club tournaments require proper scheduling, careful planning, enthusiastic promotion, equitable competition and quality awards for the players' efforts. Events should be scheduled when members can participate.

For example, a parent-child tournament should - not be held during the summer, becausk many families often are out of town .

But a club junior singles championship held on a weekday afternoon the week before the school year begins is usually ideal , as is an adult tournament the following weekend The club's singles championships should not be held during the hottest time of the year. A professional should try to avoid scheduling events on holiday weekends, except for occasional one-day special events.

Adult club tournaments should be held during weekends, and junior tourneys during the week (after school if necessary). When reserving courts for tournament play, some courts should be left open for nontournament playing members.

With most club tournaments, players in the draws should not number more than 16, and will probably be closer to eight. Even with 16 entrants, the event still can be completed in two days with players playing only two matches per day. Two matches is a lot of tennis for members, particularly if they are playing singles. One should never schedule three matches a day, even if all are doubles.

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When the tournament begins, a well-trained staff should be available to assign courts and answer questions.

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An alternative to weekend scheduling is to play a tournament over a month-long time frame with each round to be completed by a preassigned deadline. This may not work , however, as club members are notorious for procrastination and not getting their matches played on time, thereby causing a default or, even worse, a double forfeiture. Defaults or forfeits leave a sour taste n everyone's mouth even the awarded winner, because he did not get his entry fee's worth (a chance to play and win on court rather than off court) .

For individual scheduling of matches, a professional should be flexible. He should find out in advance, before making draws and assigning times, which players are available and who has time conflicts. With prior knowledge of entrants' daily routines, it. is amazing how one can work around potential conflicts through the use of 'assigned byes' and specific match times. Unfortunately, for tournament directors' sakes, club tournaments revolve around the players' lives rather than vice versa. One should not hesitate to politely suggest that a player not participate if he or she can play only Friday night and Sunday morning .

The professional must decide with club management or the tennis committee what the overall philosophy of the club tournaments will be. Financially, do they wish to charge entry fees to cover tournament costs (break even), or does the club wish to budget for, and subsidize, the cost of balls, trophies, signs, favors and courtside beverages? Does the club want an overall champion (one draw of competition) , or several flights based on ability level (such as AA , 5.0 and above ; A, 4.0-5.0; 8, 3.0-4.0; or C, 3.0 and below), or age (under 45 vs. over 45)?

If an overall champion is desired, one should use block seeding for the club's singles championships so that the four strongest players are seeded nto the quarterfinals. The rest of the draw plays the earlier rounds (characterized by relatively even competition) with the winners qualifying to play the block seeds. n tournaments with several draws, all players should compete in their correct categories (no A's in with the B's) . n doubles tournaments, if a team is composed of a 8 and C player, they should play in the 8 flight , the higher of the two.

Whatever the format , single or multiple draws, the professional always shou19 guar-

players, club's success antee two matches to the member competitors for entering , by offering a first-round consolation bracket for all first-round runnersup. They should not be called losers, because nobody wants to be labeled a loser.

If a player or team has a bye in the first round and loses in the second , the player or team moves into the consolation draw. Champions, finalists and consolation winners should receive trophies.

When planning the club's junior tournaments, flights should be designated by ability level as well as age (such as 10 and younger, 12 and younger, 14 and younger) . This will keep draws small and manageable, and the competition fairly equal Advanced younger competitors should play up' with the older kids so they do not dominate their peers. To promote junior events, the professional should develop a theme, such as The Great Pumpkin Classic, and T-shirts and trophies should be designed around it.

Promotion of club tournaments is a necessary key to their success. Many professionals think, If just schedule an event and post a sign-up list, they will come. Unfortunately, this is not how it works. Members need to be 'spoon-fed ' to get them to play in club tournaments.

Figuratively, they should be hit over the head' with newsletter announcements, fliers, signs , annual and monthly program schedules, sign-up lists, and most importantly, word-of-mouth The professional and club staff must seriously promote the events.

They should call up hard core reliables and personally invite them to play. It is important to remember that players are necessary to have a successful tournament. However, if only two C players sign up for the Club C Singles Championships, it should be played as a final and the trophies rewarded accordingly. With three or four entries in a given draw, they should play a round robin; five or more players should play a single elimination draw with a first-round consolation. n a round-robin tie, the winner should be determined by comparing results in the following categories, until the tie is broken.

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Match won-loss record; Winner of the head-on confrontation; Least sets bst; Most sets won; Least games lost;

6. Most games won ; 7 Play a 12-point tiebreaker or spin a racquet.

When making draws, seeding should be kept in mind but not announced or published on draw sheets. The best players or teams should not be placed' in the same bracket. By separating them, these better players will meet in the later rounds of the tournament. Putting designated seeds on draw sheets, particularly in junior events, opens a whole can of worms and asks for trouble in the form of social commentary from the unseeded 'slighted ' players, or worse yet, their parents. And in many cases, particularly in lower ability level draws, published seeding puts additional unnecessary pressure on seede¡d players to win . n short, a professional should not publish club tournament seeds.

Once draws have been made and tim'es assigned the professior1al or staff must call and give the first-round match time to the players not their wives, children or their answering machines. The staff should let the professional know if there are problems with anyone's match time. Although they are a nuisance, late entries should be accepted , particularly if there are byes. All players involved should be notified in advance of any draw alteration or match time changes.

Once the tournament officially starts, the professional or a well-trained staff member should be on site, 'leading players by the hand, by assigning courts, explaining match rules, (such as the best two of three sets with a 12-point tiebreaker used if the score reaches six games all) ; and overseeing match play by handling any problems or disputes which may occur. Once a match is finished , the winners should be congratulated, the runner-up (loser) consoled, and both should be told what time their next match is. If a player or team is eliminated after a particular match , they should be thanked for playing If budget allows, the ¡club should provide balls, favors, courtside beverages and personally engraved trophies. Entry fees for club tournaments can range from no charge to $25 per person, or higher, depending upon what is provided .

Trophies may be used as a successful marketing tool for promoting tournaments by

displaying them as mock-ups (without names) two weeks in advance of the event.

This way, potential players get to see what they might win. Also, plaques should be displayed for year-round recognition of the club's champions. With such, the professional can advertise, Make your name immortal by playing and winning our club championships.

A photographer should be on site to take candid on-court action shots as well as pictures of the winners and runners-up. The pictures and results should be publicized in the club newsletter or local newspaper.

People love to see their name or picture in print.

The professional and club staff should act as chair umpire at the tournaments. Linespeople and ball people should be used if they are available.

Events should be special so they stand apart from those held at other clubs.

Above all one should have fun running events and servicing members. Club tournaments can be taken too seriously, so one should lighten up, smile and ma.ke the members laugh. By being organized and making club tournaments fun for everyone, members will come back year after year to participate and make them successful. o

Greg Grover is the immediate past president and regional vice president of the US PTA Southern Division . In 1988, he was honored as the Southern Professional of the Year by his division .

Grover is a former president of the Georgia Profession- Greg Grover al Tennis Association . He was recognized as the Georgia Professional of the Year in 1982, 1986 and 1992. and he was named one of America's Best Retailers by Tennis Buyer's Guide. The Georgia Tennis Association recognized him as the 1986 Tournament Director of the Year, and the USTA presented him with the 1990 Tennis Industry Award for Excellence in tennis promotion.

Grover has written Creative Tennis Programming and More Creative Tennis Programming - How to

Successfully Direct Innovative Tennis Events and Run the Perfect and Imperfect Round Robin.

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Family involvement one key to USPTA Little Tennis™ success Making tennis fun and involving the family are the two most important factors in running programs for children, many USPTA members say. Tips on running a fun tennis carnival were explored in July's ADDvantage, and now, three USPTA members, each an innovator in the area of youth tennis, offer their comments on family involvement.

They each believe that, although certified tennis-teaching professionals may be the primary influence on the young people they coach , parents also help paint a positive picture of tennis in a child's mind.

USPTA Master Professional Ty Fuller says that while there may be many ideas for teaching tennis to children , one factor remains the same.

It's very important for young children to have the support and encouragement .of their parents, he said . 'When parents are positive at home, this continues the atmosphere we create in the program.

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The program' is Tennis For Tykes, which Fuller operates through his Dunwoody Tennis School in Atlanta.

'We tell our parents up front that it's going to be fun for the kids, not a competitive situation, Fuller said . 'And we encourage them to work with the kids at home.

Fuller says that, depending on a child 's age, parents can toss a ball back and forth cheer them on as they dribble a ball with their racquet, or hit back and forth with them_ Marceil Whitney, the 1992 Washington state Professional of the Year for the USPTA Pacific Northwest Division , is noted for her Teenie Tennis program. She likes o involve parents by inviting them to lend a hand .

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'They run stations and help out with drills. We also have parents out for a play day where they go through the same paces as the kids. They're often amazed at how hard the drills are, and that develops an appreciation for what the kids are doing, she said .

Whitney, who coached the Redmond (Wash.) Junior High boys and girls tennis teams to district championships this year, said it's important for parents to be 'tuned in' to what interests their children have.

If a child is enthusiastic about tennis, parents should be positive regardless of the child 's skill level , Whitney said.

Rick Vetter, U.SPTA Master Professional , is owner and tennis director of Mequon Racquet Club in Mequon, Wis. He echoes Whitney's comments about parents being in touch with their kids.

Fun and parental involvement go handin-hand. If children have fun at their tennis lessons, they are likely to carry their enthusiasm into the home," Vetter said .

He also says parents help create the right atmosphere about tennis when they, 'deemphasize winning and losing, and talk about how much fun the game is.

Vetter. who created the original lesson plan for Wilson's mr. pee Wee tennis, says that his lesson programs are geared toward having fun and developing basic motor skills activities in wh ich parents can participate.

Just like you would play a game of Gatch with your Little League baseball player, a parent can enjoy activities at home with their Little Tennis player,' Vetter said .

USPTA Little Tennis officially will be unveiled at the USPTA National Convention next month in La Quinta, Calif The entire program of lesson progressions and league activities will be presented through Specialty Courses. The mr. pee Wee tennis court equipment, an officially endorsed product of USPTA, will be on display courtesy of Wilson Racquet Sports.

If you are not able to attend the convention , look for the USPTA Little Tennis program guide in next month's ADDvantage. It provides information needed to start a youth tennis program for children ages 3-10. o

Safety is high priority on and off court When organizing a youth tennis program, professionals should place a high priority on safety to prevent accidents or injuries from occurring on or off the court. With a few simple rules and precautions, professionals can provide a safe, enjoyable event for children and their parents.

The following suggestions may help to enhance player safety: • As the children arrive, have parents sign them in on a roster. Note the time each child arrives and inform parents that they will have to sign again before their children leave.

• For those parents who leave their children at the event, request a phone number where they may be reached in case of an emergency. Also, find out who will be responsible for picking up the child and inform the parent of the anticipated time the event will end .

• Inform children , parents and assistants of the safety and conduct rules for the event. Make sure that children understand the .consequences of failure to follow the rules.

• In activities that require tennis racquets, instruct children to hold their racquets against their chests with. both arms folded while standing in line. The person in charge of a specific station may choose to collect the racquets until each student is ready to use his or her racquet. This may help prevent accidents caused by children swinging racquets at inappropriate times.

• Event monitors and assistants should remove any tennis balls or other objects which may be harmful on court.

• At the end of the session, reorganize children into one group and check the roster to make sure all are present. As parents leave with their children, have them sign the roster and note the time of departure. If someone requests to take the child and is not known by the professionals, check the roster to make sure the adult is authorized and ask for photo identification. If the information is correct, the adult must sign beside the child 's name and note the time of departure. This is a very important safety precaution to ensure that children leave with authorized adults.

The 1994 USPTA Cup

Love golf, but tired of losing? US PTA's open golf tournament uses the Callaway system of handicapping, which gives all players an equal chance to win, regardless of skill level The tournament is set at the beautiful La Qu nta Resort Dunes Course, which has hosted the prestigious Grand Slam of Golf The tournament s open to all members, spouses and friends registered for the convention

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A. Low gross (1st, 2nd, 3rd) Low net (1st, 2nd, 3rd)

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USPTA~ Scramble from the courts and make new friends on an afternoon filled with golf, sun, laughter, prizes and competition join other members at the th rd annual USPTA golf scramble. Each team will have four players, one from each of the A, B, C and D levels (establ shed accord ng to handicap I sted on entry form) Team members will be selected by computer to ensure that all teams are equal The tournament s open to all members, spouses and friends registered for the convention Spend a memorable afternoon here, and discover the joys of playing golf surrounded by a dramatic desert and mountain landscape on a course created by renowned designer Pete Dye.

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USPfA Adult Tennis league offers flexible schedul~ fun format U

SPTA professionals have many quality programs available to help meet the needs of tennis players. When it comes to league options, the USPTA Adult Tennis League offers a flexible schedule and fun format, factors that benefit professionals and players alike.

Another benefit is that all entry fees remain in the hands of local professionals. The recommended entry fee is $140 per squad; however, this may be adjusted based on local league expenses.

USPTA Adult Tennis League season The league may run during any sevenweek period between now and Dec. 31 The

Adult Tennis League ¡ divisional coordinators

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California

Greg Langdon (714) 830-1414

Eastern

Shannan Myers (914) 245-2169

Florida

Paula Scheb (813) 482-0220

Hawaii

Dino Bondallian (808) 329-5061

Intermountain

Laura Miles (303) 699-5773

Middle Atlantic

Bill Stahr (703) 556-6550

Middle States

Shirley Mason (215) 436-9955

Midwest

Jorge Capestany (616) 949-4700

Missouri Valley

Ginny Wilhelm (314) 225-2183

New England

Bev Sullivan (203) 261-6849

si x-month season, which began July 1 provides a primary source of programming , or a supplemental opportunity to other leagues or activities.

As a Site Director, a professional is responsible for organizing a squad at a club or facility. Each squad will play matches against up to seven other squads within a league, which is run by an Area Director.

The Area Director works with Site Directors to establish entry fees, compensation to professionals and awards, as well as the schedule and number of leagues. With so much flexibility, play is offered when it is most convenient for professionals and players.

Unique format offers USPTA-style fun The league offers an opportunity for players to get the most out of their court time through its unique format, which encourages 'team spirit' between beginners and advanced players. Both are equally important in earning points for the squad at their respective skill levels.

Squads have two doubles teams at each of four NTRP levels, for a total of eight teams (16 players). The recommended levels are 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and 4.5/5.0; however, professionals may use any combination of NTRP

levels which best suit local player availability.

The program's flexibility works well in areas with few players, and the multiple formats add versatility. Site Directors may organize squads with women 's, men's or mixed doubles teams. They also may use USPTA's mixed-level format, which incorporates one women's and one men's doubles team at each of the four NTRP levels.

Organize a squad for USPTA Adult Tennis League To become an Area or Site Director, complete the registration form and return it to the USPTA World Headquarters. Use photocopies of the synopsis on the opposite page to distribute to interested professionals or players.

A program guide for the league, which offers more details for organizing a league, appeared in the June issue of ADDvantage.

Members may call the World Headquarters to request additional program guides or color posters to advertise the league at their facilities.

To find out if there is an Area Director already in your area, contact your divisional league coordinator (listed here), or call the USPTA Sports Marketing Department at (713) 97-USPTA (978-7782) . o

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Brad Rieser (51 0) 685-3164

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Tim Burke (612) 861-4528

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Wayne Pickard (503) 223-6251

San Diego

Jack Movido (619) 463-2513

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Tom Daglis (404) 919-8876

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USPTA AduLT TENNis LEAGUE Players are sharpening competitive skills and serving excitement in the USPTA Aduh TENNis lEAGUE. Created by the United States Professional Tennis Association, the world's oldest and largest organization of tennis-teaching professionals, this doubles league is expanding throughout the nation

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VARious AGES ANd AbiliTiEs wELcoME Tennis enthusiasts who are 19 years or older may participate in leagues all across the country -on indoor courts in metropolitan areas, or on outdoor courts at city parks or other clubs and facilities Each league is composed of up to eight squads representing local clubs and organizations with access to tennis facilities Within each squad, two doubles teams play at each of four skill levels based on NTRP ratings The recommended levels are 3.0, 3 5, 4.0 and 4.5/5.0, but the Area Director may choose any levels. If the recommended number of players is not available to form a complete squad, Area Directors also may reduce the size of the squad

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LEAGUE foRMAT ltAs AppEALiNG FlExibiliTy In addition to the traditional formats (women's doubles, men's doubles and mixed doubles) USPTA offers an innovative format that is ideal for many communities and families The "mixed level" league is an exciting alternative that consists of one women's doubles team and one men's doubles team at each of the :four playing levels This format is • terrific for couples who would like to earn points for the same squad, but play at different skill levels

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Area Directors, the USPTA pros who coordinate leagues in specific areas, select the seven-week playing . seasons from July 1 through December 31 and choose the formats that best meet their communities' needs ..

This flexibility prevents conflicts with existing leagues and allows clubs seeking additional programming in the autumn months to adapt the league to fit a niche

AU Tltis ExciTEMENT foR LEss The USPTA Aduh TENNis LEAGUE promotes fun on the court at an affordable price Local squad entry fees may vary depending on costs of court time, cl nics or special league events However, each player pays only a small share of the entry fee

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TuRN youR fALl iNTO fuN Whether you are a player who has recently moved to a new city, or you want to get back into the game of tennis, the USPTA Aduh TENNis LEAGUE is an exciting opportunity to meet new people and strengthen existing friendships n the spirit of teamwork Make tennis a sport for life and let USPTA show you how Enjoy the friendly rivalry and physical exercise the league offers Contact your pro and find out if your club or facility has the USPTA League If not, or if you are a tennis pro who would like to get involved n this exciting program, call the World Headquarters

(71 J) 97.-USP.fA (978.-7782) I

The participants agree that they assume the risk of any injury incurred while taking part in the USPTA Aduh TENNis LEAGUE and that the USPTA and its agents bear no responsibility

Convention activities, local amusements provide entertaimnent for attendees

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SPTA National Convention attendees will have plenty of time for fun activities when they aren't in the classroom or on the courts.

One of the most popular convention events, the Battle of the Divisions, is scheduled Sept. 22-24. Competition includes a swimming relay, pingpong, dinghy boat race, volleyball karaoke, basketball shootout and football throw. The top three teams will receive trophies at the Battle Bash Extravaganza party, Sept. 24. People of all ages may compete in some of the events, while other events demand top fitness and stamina.

All attendees are invited to a Wilson Racquet Sports welcoming party Tuesday, Sept. 20, and a Penn Racquet Sports rec.eption and cookout Thursday, Sept. 22 . For golfers, USPTA is sponsoring a team scramble golf tournament and clinic, and a USPTA Golf Cup (see pages 13 and 14).

Water aerobics, a tennis clinic, and a morning of recreational tennis are available throughout the week for spouses, who also

-Convention briefs Registration deadline is Aug. 16 Aug. 16 is the deadline to preregister for the convention without paying a late fee, and to register for any Specialty Courses. After that date, a $20 late fee is added to the convention fee, but members may not register for the courses.

The preregistration convention fees are $210, members and friends; $225, nonmembers; and $100, spouses/ spouse equivalents. The cost to attend Specialty Courses is a $40 flat fee for one or more. The convention brochure was mailed in late July to members, and contains complete information on the gathering.

Discounted rates on rental cars Atlas Travel has made arrangements for convention attendees to rent Budget rental cars from the Palm Springs, Burbank, Orange County, Anaheim and Ontario airports. The following unlimited mileage rates are guaranteed to convention attendees from Sept. 10 to Oct. 2.

Members should contact Atlas, (800) 338-6996.

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Division team members compete in the volleyball portion of the 1993 Battle of the Divsions.

are invited to a luncheon, Sept. 22, featuring a speaker.

Children will not be left out, as La Quinta is offering an organized children's program to be held from 8 a.m to noon, Sept. 20-22 and Sept. 24. Some children also will be able to participate in a USPTA Little Tennis promotion , Friday, Sept. 23.

The La Quinta area also offers many leisure activities, ranging from two- and four-hour jeep sightseeing adventures, to shopping at the Palm Desert Town Center and El Paseo, known as the Rodeo Drive of the desert.

Guests may take the Palm Springs Aerial Tram up Mount San Jacinto, hike in the Indian Canyons, or ride horses at the Ranch of the Seventh Range.

Popular places for family entertainment are the Camelot Park Family Entertainment Center, featuring miniature golf Go Karts, batting cages and bumper boats, and the Oasis Waterpark, featuring 15 major water attractions. o

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National Convention Specialty Courses USTA Tournament Referee Certification (classroom) USTA (Southern California Section), 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sept. 18 How to Use Teaching Films in Your Lessons (classroom) George Bacso, 8 a.m .-noon Strategies and Tactics I (classroom) Bill Tym, 1-5 p.m.

Sept. 19 Nutrition/Sport Physiology (classroom) Michael Bergeron, Ph.D. , 8 a.m.-noon 5 Keys to Tennis (on court) Brett Hobden, 8 a.m.-noon Developing Programs and Motivating Players (on court, Spanish) Luis Mediero, 8 a.m.-noon How to be a Better Head Professional or Tennis Director (classroom) Paul McDonald and Klaus Hilgers, 1-5 p.m .

Strategies and Tactics II (on court) Bill Tym , 8 a.m.-noon How to Make Practicing Fun (on court, Spanish) Ted Murray, 1-5 p.m.

Sept. 20 Sports Medicine and Biomechanics (classroom) Paul Roetert and Todd Ellenbecker, 8 a.m.-noon Creative Drill Design (on court) Joe Dinoffer, 8 a.m.-noon Developing Tactics and Strategies for Singles and Doubles Tennis (Spanish , on court) Paul Soliz, 8 a.m.-noon

Tips on Becoming a USPTA Master Professional (classroom) George Bacso, 1-5 p.m.

Sept. 17

Motor Learning/Sport Psychology (classroom) Ron Woods, Ph.D., and Cheryl McLaughlin, Ph.D. 1-5 p.m.

Sept. 21

Sept. 22 Sept. 23 Sept. 24 Sept. 25

Team Drills (on court) Ted Murray, 1-5 p.m .

Analyzing Groundstrokes: Most Common Problems and Their Corrections (Spanish , on court) Ed Garcia, 1-5 p.m.

Selling Tennis Lessons and Programs (classroom) Klaus Hilgers and Paul McDonald, 1-5 p.m Equipment Consulting (classroom) Drew Sunderlin, 1-5 p.m.

Little Tennis'M (classroom and on court) George Bacso, 1-5 p.m The Ultimate Tennis Professional (classroom) Sean Sloane, Ph.D. 1-5 p. m.

Team Coaching I (classroom) Sean Sloane, Ph.D. 8 a.m.-noon NTRP Verifier Training (classroom and on court) Bob Greene, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Team Coaching II (classroom) Sean Sloane, Ph.D. 1-5 p.m.

Members who register for the convention and Specialty Courses by Aug. 16 may attend one or more courses for a $40 flat fee. Walk-on registration for the Specialty Courses will not be accepted at the convention.

The deadline to car~cel is Sept. 1 Anyone canceling late or failfng to cancel will forfeit one-half the course fee.

Members will receive two credits per fol.lr-hour course (condensed from the regular eight-hour course) , and four credits per eight-hour course toward their Continuing Education Program requirem ents.

Certification Exam and Certification Training Course (CTC) Sept. 20 CTC (upgrades only), 1-5 p.m.

Sept. 21 Certification Exam, on-court portions (upgrades only), 11 a.m.-6 p.m Sept. 22 CTC, written and grips portions, 2-4 p.m.

Sept. 23 Certification Exam, written and grips portions, 1-5 p.m Sept. 24 CTC, on-court portions, 2-6 p.m Sep1. 25 Certification Exam, on-court portions, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Th r!!j written exam is offered in English and Spanish .

Members interested in taking the Certification Training Course or upgrading their classification must preregister by Sept. 1 by calling the USPTA Membership Department. The Certification Exam and CTC will be offered in portions over a six-day period . The CTC is offered at a discounted rate of $40. Anyone interested in becoming certified must meet the requirements for membership before they are allowed to preregister for the exam . Those interested in membership are encouraged to have all requirements met in August.

USPTA accredits NBfA/Manatee College tennis business degree

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SPTA has accredited a new professional tennis management program at Manatee Community College (MCC) in Bradenton, Fla. as a result of a joint effort between the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy (NBTA) and MCC. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in the tennis industry, and is directed by a USPTA professional.

'The nternational Tennis Management Program combines the best in education , accreditation and vocation , said Nick Bollettieri, founder of NBTA and a USPTA1 Master Professional. It promises to raise the level

of professional instruction and bring quality tennis training to both adults and juniors worldwide.

The program was designed jointly by MCC and professionals from NBTA. It offe~s students an associate of science degree in business and administration through the tennis management curriculum . NBTA will provide students with on- and off-court tennis opportunities. Tennis management courses include individual and team coaching, club management, fitness and pro shop operations. As part of the program students are

tested for USPTA certification .

'USPTA's focus on education is a vital part of the association's success, said Tim Heckler, USPTA CEO. 'The nternational Tennis Management Program fits right in with USPTA's goals in education and our commitment to raising the standards of the tennisteaching profession.

USPTA also accredits tennis management programs at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Mich. Hampton (Va.) University, (both four-year curriculums); and Tyler (Texas) Junior College (two-year). <3 ADDvantage August 1994

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Code of ethics: legalities and moralities Whether it's enforceable or not, it U there

by Paul R. Waldman, USPTA General Counsel

Editor's note. Paul Waldman wrote articles in 1977 and 1983 on this subject; however, many of the same questions still arise. This article deals with the most common problems encountered by USPTA members.

Y u are a USPTA member and you have a good job at the Cypress Tree Tennis Club. On your days off and after work, you also have a group of boys and girls, which you teach on a private court. That group includes one of the most promising juniors in your state. Life is beautiful Then one day, the club manager calls you into his office.

I am sorry,' he say6, 'but we are going to have to replace you as tennis professional.

A very well -known pro has applied for your position and we have to hire him because we feel he can attract more lessons. .Please do not take this personally.'

You reply by asking for the name of your replacement, and upon being told, you are shocked to realize it is a fellow USPTA member.

That night you have a lesson with your most promising junior. When you arrive, her mother and father are there, but not the girl What is going on , you wonder. You soon find out. The girl's mother explains, as nicely as possible, that a famous tour player is retiring and is now teaching full time. She has heard of this promising junior and has asked if she can teach her. The mother and father have decided to switch to the other professional.

She, too, turns out to be a USPTA member.

This is simply too much . You decide to put pen to paper (or perhaps fingers to word processor) and you write to your divisional president. You describe what has transpired and the gist is: By taking your job and your best pupil from you two members have violated the USPTA Code of Ethics. You demand satisfaction .

be illegal. USPTA is a trade association , which means that it is composed of persons making a living in the same line of work . All persons who are able to meet its objective standards of admission must be allowed to join the Association. Once a member, a person does not give up his or her right to seek any employment opportunity, be that a job at a club or the chance to teach a particular pupil In legal terms, competing business persons may not conspire to deny one of them the right to earn a living. Also, there can be no actionable reason for expulsion except upon objective standards, and then only if the offense is so serious that a court would deem it reasonable to expel someone on its account.

Ethical conduct Does this mean that the USPTA Code of Ethics is meaningless? My answer to the question is to ask whether any set of moral teachings is meaningless, unless it can be enforced in a court of law. believe that ethical standards are important, enforceable or not, and the profession is strengthened by their promulgation . Thus, when the US PTA Code of Ethics says that the resident professional should be treated with respect, that jobs should be acquired in an ethical manner, and that a member's debts should be paid promptly, these are the kinds of conduct the Association would like its members to pursue. If in a particular case, a member has offended one of these ethical norms, he or she might be reminded of this by a divisional or the national board. At the least, a healthy discussion as to moral or ethical conduct might result, with all parties perhaps learning something. If the offense is serious enough and there has been a court determination of wrongdoing a reasonable sanction might be imposed

Moral dilemmas Legal conduct The answer to the question of whether you have been treated in an unethical manner is that, ethics aside, you have not been treated in an illegal manner, and any attempt by USPTA to interfere with a member's right to freely compete for employment would itself 20

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The difficulty of making enforceable ethical judgments based on subjective standards is nowhere better illustrated than by the example posed at the beginning of this article. The person who held the job, or who lost the pupil and was replaced by another, may feel aggrieved by what might be called

blatantly predatory conduct. Some might say that you simply do not act in such a callous way toward fellow professionals.

But what about the ethical rights of the usurper? He or she might have more talent and experience, or worked harder than pro No. 1 Does not the second professional have a moral and ethical right, not only to himself and his family, but to the employer or pupil to see to it that each of them are receiving full value for the money spent on a lesson?

The fact that there might be pretty good arguments on both sides of the issue shows the difficulty of making enforceable decisions based on subjective norms.

Contract rights It should be pointed out that one way you can try to protect yourself from having a job or a pupil taken by another pro is to have an employment contract.with the club or pupil Where you do have such a contract, and the other pro induces a breach of it, you have, in theory, not only a good lawsuit against the club or pupil (or perhaps parents) , but also against the fellow pro for inducing the breach For a contract that really protects you, I recommend you consult a lawyer to review it before you sign . Otherwise you might find the other side has inserted a clause allowing the conduct about which you complain . And , if you do prove n a legal proceeding that another USPTA pro has caused your employer or pupil to breach the agreement with you you might then bring an actionable breach of ethics com plaint. o

Paul Waldman is a native of New York City. He is a graduate of Columbia College, where he played on the tennis team , and received his bachelor of laws from Columbia Law School.

Waldman has been general counsel to USPTA since 1974, and is of coun- Paul Waldman sel to the New York law firm of Vladeck, Waldman, Elias and Engelhard.

He resides with his wife and children in the subu rbs of New York City.

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Exams, upgrades and Certification Training Courses Each date includes an exam, upgrade and ere unless otherwise noted.

Aug. 5·6 Minneapolis, Minn.

Aug. 6·7 Wichita, Kan. Aug. 7·8 Richmond, Va. Aug. 8·9 Parker, Colo.

Aug. 11-12 Banksville, NY Aug. 13-14 Costa Mesa, Calif.

Aug. 13-14 Cherry Hill, N.J. Aug. 14·15 San Diego, Calif..

Aug. 14·15 Conroe, Texas Aug. 14·15 San Francisco, Calif.

Aug. 19·20 Nashville, Tenn.

Aug. 20·21 Salem, Ore. Aug. 21 New Orleans, La. (upgrade only) Aug. 21·22 Dayton, Ohio Aug. 27·28 Jenks, Okla.

Sept. 2·3 Minneapolis, Minn.

Sept. 8·9 Narragansett, R.I. Sept. 10·11 Boca Raton, Fla. Sept. 11-12 Carmel, Calif.

Sept. 11-12 Murrieta, Calif: Sept. 12·13 Mclean, Va. Sept. 15·16 Roosevelt Island, NY Sept. 21·25 La Quinta, Calif.

Oct. 1-2 Goldsboro, N.C. Oct. 1-2 Fort Washington, Pa. Oct. 2·3 Parker, Colo.

Oct. 6-7 Irvine, Calif. (wheelchair) Oct. 8·9 Fort Myers, Fla. Oct. 9·10 Redding, Calif.

Oct. 13 Freeport, NY (no CTC) Oct. 13-14 Mesa, Ariz.

Oct. 15·16 Santa Barbara, Calif.

Oct. 15·16 Bradenton, Fla. Oct. 15·16 Detroit, Mich.

Oct. 16·17 Richmond, Va. Oct. 22·23 Boca Raton, Fla. Oct. 23-24 Murrieta, Calif.

Oct. 23-24 Austin, Texas Oct. 30·31 Panama City, Fla. Nov. 5·6 Seattle, Wash.

Nov. 5·6 Milwaukee, Wis. Nov. 6·7 Santa Maria, Calif.

Nov. 6·7 La Jolla, Calif.

Nov. 10 Freeport, NY Nov. 12·13 Boca Raton, Fla. Nov. 12·13 Honolulu, Hawaii Nov. 13-14 Mclean, Va. Nov. 13-14 Oklahoma City, Okla.

Nov. 13-14 Los Gatos, Calif.

Nov. 17·18 Banksville, NY Nov. 19·20 Portland, Maine Nov. 19·20 Myrtle Beach, S.C. Nov. 20·21 Murrieta, Calif.

Exam reservations must be made at least 21 days prior to the dates listed. Exam cancellations must be received no later than 14 days before the exam, or a cancellation fee will be charged accordingly Affiliate members: late cancellation fee - $75; failure to cancel application fee is forfeited. Certified members: late cancellation fee $25; failure to cancel $25 plus the upgrade fee is forfeited. Regis· !ration for another exam will not be accepted until these cancellation fees are paid.

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Specialty Courses Four-hour courses are denoted by an asterisk (*). All others are eight hours.

Aug . 6 Incorporating System 5 into Lessons Hershey, Pa. Aug . 7 How to Hire & Supervise Employees San Fernando Valley, Calif.

Aug. 7* Group Lessons Hershey, Pa. Aug . 7* Group Lessons Hershey, Pa. Aug 13-14 Sports Medicine/Biomechanics Conroe, Texas Aug . 15 Marketing : Promotion and Sales New Haven, Conn.

Aug . 19-20* Creative Programming Chattanooga, Tenn .

Aug . 21 Marketing for Success New Orleans, La. Aug . 27 Competitive Singles Patterns Tulsa, Okla.

Aug. 28 Competitive Doubles Patterns Tulsa, Okla.

Sept. 9* From Tennis Professional to Business Manager Narragansett, R. Sept. 11 * Effective Communication Skills Narragansett, R. Sept. 11 Sports Psychology Carmel Valley, Calif Oct. 16 Personal & Professional Development Burnsville, Minn .

Oct. 22 First Aid & CPR Wilmington , Del.

USPfA Schools of Teaching Aug . 13-14

USPTA School of Tennis Teaching

Maywood, N.J.

Conventions Aug . 26-28 Sept. 17-25 Nov. 13-17

Northwest Division National Convention Southern Division

Brainerd, Minn.

La Quinta, Calif Pinehurst, N.C.

For information on National Convention Specialty Courses, Certification Training Courses or Certification Exams, see page 19.

Division meetings/activities Aug . 5 Aug. 7 Aug . 13-14 Aug. 15-16 Sept. 10-18 Sept. 10 Sept. 16-18 Sept. 22 Oct. 2 Oct. 7 Oct. 22 Oct. 23 Oct. 25

Northwest Division Missouri Valley Division Texas Division Midwest Division Northern California Division New England Division Texas Division Texas. Division Midwest Division Northwest Division Hawaii Division Midwest Division Midwest Division

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Kahuku , Hawaii Cleveland, Ohio Cleveland, Ohio

Coaches Workshops Aug . 5 Aug . 6 Aug . 13-14 Aug . 15-16 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 22 Oct. 23

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Minneapolis, Minn .

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Anyone canceling late or failing to cancel will forfeit one-half the course fee. This schedule is subject to change. Call the USPTA Membership Department at (713) 97-USPTA.

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pays to be a member of USPTA. At least it does when certified members recommend the Boca Raton Resort & Club, the official USPTA resort headquarters.

Certified members who have met their dues and educational requirements will receive a 10 percent commission if family, friends or club members book rooms based on their referrals. Members also may take advantage of a 25 percent discount on published room rates for themselves (excluding packages and promotions) .

To make a reservation , eligible members must call the resort's reservations department at (800) 327-0101 and ask that a USPTA reservation form be faxed or mailed.

Current room rates may be obtained at that time, and additional p~omotional material about the resort may be requested .

Reservations must be made at least 14 days in advance for visits during June through September, and 30 days in advance for visits from October through May. All reservations must be accompanied by a photocopy of a valid USPTA membership card . Requests without a valid USPTA membership card will not be accepted .

Members must request reservation forms for those w -om they refer in order to take advantage of the 10 percent commission . " USPTA is the country's premier association of tennis-teaching professionals, said David Feder, the resort's vice president of sales and marketing . 'The Boca Raton

Resort & Club is an exceptional tennis destination, and we thought that this partnership would benefit both our resort and USPTA. Located in the heart of Florida's Gold Coast, it is one of only six resorts in the country to have earned both ·the Mobil FiveStar and AAA Five-Diamond ratings. It hosted or will host USPTA's National Convention in 1989, 1993 and 1995.

Accommodations range from suites Jn The Cloister, the 27-story Tower, the Boca Beach Club and the golf villas.

The 356-acre resort features 34 tennis courts, which are staffed by USPTA professionals, and two 18-hole championship golf courses. Guests also may enjoy a private beach that stretches for one-half mile or one of three complete fitness centers.

Children are welcomed in the resort's supervised daily recreation programs available throughout the year. With four programs geared toward specific age groups, children are treated to special activities, excursions at the resort and educational sessions.

The fun and sun of beautiful Boca Raton are just a phone call away. Make plans to vacation there or refer family, friends and club members.

For more information about the resort reservation procedure and accommodations, call the reservations department at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, or write to PO. Box 5025, Boca Raton, Fla. 33431-0825. o

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A new tennis television program Between the Lines, is hosted by USPTA professionals Raul Saad and Larry Hampton. The program , shown in Delaware, airs 8:30-9 p.m every other Monday, and reaches 130,000 viewers. USPTA professionals Mary Hudson and Greg Barkley help with interviews and the sport science segments.

• Two special tennis clinics were held at the North Carolina Special Olympics Summer Games. The clinics were conducted by USPTA member Kim Dillard, director of tennis at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, N.C. and Kevin S~hmonsees, assistant professional. More than 75 athletes were introduced to the game of tennis.

• USPTA professional Doug MacCurdy, the nternational Tenn s Federation director of development , was one of two 1993 recipients of the ! Aternational Tenn s Hal of Fame's Tennis Education Merit Award . Doug MacCurdy MacCurdy and Zina Garrison Jackson were honored as the man and woman who contributed most to the development and expansion of tennis.

They demonstrated leadership in the areas of organization , writing , instruction and promotion of the game.

• Craig Jones, USPTA member and director of tennis at Coosa Country Club in Rome, Ga. will serve a second year as the coach of the 1994 Southern Tennis Association (STA) boys' 18 intersectional team.

USPTA professional Joseph W. Isenhour, Raleigh (N .C.) Racquet Club director of junior tennis development, was appointed to serve as coach for the boys' and girls' 16 intersectional teams. Both coaches were appoint~d based on their experience working with junior players, their involvement with the USTA/STA Player Development Program, and their service to the Southern Section.

• The 1994 USPTA Missouri Valley Division professional of the year, Jeff 26

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Participants of the North Carolina Special Olympics tennis clinics.

Henderson of Leawood , Kan . received his award at the division's annual convention .

Other award winners are Mary Norwood of Oklahoma City and Cliff Price of Tulsa, Okla. Players of the Year· and Mervyn Webster of Wichita, Kan . Coach of the Year.

• USPTA professional Francisco Pancho Williams oversees the operation of Oakwood Swim and Racquet Club in Mobile, Ala. as the club's new manager and head professional Previously, he was the tennis professional at the Hall of Fame Fitness Center in Canton , Ohio.

• USPTA members and brothers Tom and Tim Gullikson will speak on 'World Class Doubles Strategy,' Aug. 28, at the 1994 USTA Tennis Teachers Conference in New York.

Tom Gullikson is the U.S. Davis Cup Captain , and Tim Gullikson is coach of the world 's topranked player, Pete Sampras.

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USPTA Master Professional and head men's tennis coach at the College of William and Mary, will bring along members of his tennis team to explain "The ABCs of Organizing a College Tennis Peter Daub Team.

• Two USPTA members, Paul Roetert, Ph .D. of Miami and Jim Loehr, Ed.D. of Wesley Chapel, Fla. will serve on the sevenmember Age Eligibility Commission that will review the current age eligibility rule in women's tennis. Roetert is the USTA sport

science administrator, and Loehr is a noted sports psychologist and a member of the USTA Sport Science Committee.

Two other Americans were selected to serve : Dr. Carol L. Otis, director of specialty clinics and assistant team physician at the University of California, Los Angeles; and Kathleen Stroia, WTA Tour Players Association health services director. Other commission members are Elizabeth Qarlison (Australia) , executive vice president of WomenSport nternational, Dr. Joseph Keul (Germany) , a member of the International Tennis Federation Medical Commission ; and Peter Terry, Ph.D. (England) a sports psychologist with an expertise in sports sociology.

• A new elementary tennis program in Corpus Christi , Texas, was started by USPTA members Ken DeKoning and Gerald Tjon-A..Joe, and is sponsored by the Corpus Christi Tennis Association. More than 280 children signed up who had never played tennis before.

• USPTA professional Jason Morton recently captured two senior singles tennis titles in South America. Morton, a member of the Penn Racquet Sports advisory board for senior tennis, won the Brazilian nternational Veteran 65 Championship and the Argentina nternational Veterans 65 Championships.

• The first National Wheelchair Training Camp, developed and organized by USPTA professionals Brad Parks and Butch Young, and held at the Vic Braden Tennis College in Coto de Caza, Calif had more than 60 players in wheelchairs attend. The

players partici pated in a variety of drills and workouts, nclud ng video analysis and doubles and singles strategy. The camp was sponsored by Wi son Racquet Sports, the Paralyzed Veterans of Brad Parks America, the National Foundation of Wheelchai r Tennis, and the Vic Braden Tennis College. The camp's staff of coaches ncluded USPTA members Randy Snow, Dr Bal 'Moore, Marcha Moore and Jim Moortgat; and Rick Draney, fourtime U.S. Open Champion-Quad Division , and Jim Marcha Moore Black, U.S. Open finalist.

• USPTA professional Patricia Epps is the new- assistant director of athletics at Franklin•& Marshall College in Lancaster, Pa. Epps has been the head coach of women 's

tennis and squash for 16 years.

• National USPTA Vice President and Master Professional Kurt Kamperman was named to the Wi son Racquet Sports Senior Advisory Staff He joins USPTA Master Professional Peter Burwash, honorary USPTA members Jack Kramer and Vic Braden, and forKurt Kamperman mer player Chris Evert.

USTA • Florida Tennis Association's 25s State Closed Tennis Championship, open to all men and women age 25 and older, is scheduled Aug. 26-29 at the Grand Cypress Racquet Club in Orlando, Fla. The Grand Cypress Racquet Club also will host the Grand Cypress Fall Adult Tennis Classic, Oct. 15-17 for men and women in the 25, 35 and 45 age groups. Both events are new to the Grand Cypress Racquet Club. For more information , call (407) 239-4604.

• Stephy Halsell of Cypress, Texas, a rookie on the U.S. National Team won her second major junior tennis title this year, capturing the Astrid Bowl girls' singles title in Charleroi, Belgium She is the second American in a row to win the title. Earlier this year, she became the youngest player to ever win the PowerAde Easter Bowl girls' 16 singles title.

Manufacturers • Penn Racquet Sports provided the official ball for the first junior tennis tournament of the USTA national summer circuit. The clay court tournament was hosted by The Landings Racquet Club in Fort Myers, Fla. More than 200 participants from 22 states and 13 countries were represented in the tournament.

Penn has introduced a new private label T-shirt and shorts line which emphasizes activewear and lifestyle. The T-shirt colors are strong with action-oriented designs qn the back. The unisex, drawstring shorts complement the T-shirts with color schemes and styles, and feature mesh interliners and pockets.

Pro tours

USPTA CEO Tim Heckler "hammers" the point across to Intermountain Division President Jim Swiggart with the assistance of Wilson Racquet Sports representatives Kris McTavish (far right).

At left are Galen Blackburn, Joe Thompson, Karen Sather, Doug Schoelzel and Dave Romberg.

• Since 1989, the average age of the women 's singles champions at the four Grand Slams are: French Open- 18 years, 8 months; Australian Open 19 years, 10 months; U.S. Open 20 years, 1 month Wimbledon 24 years.

• Lindsay Davenport earned her second 1994 WTA Tour title defending her crown at the Eurocard Open in Lucerne, Switzerland .

It was only the fourth time this decade that an American player has won a WTA Tour clay-court event.

Davenport became the first American since Jennifer Capriati in 1990 to break into the top 10 of the women 's singles rankings.

Davenport is a product of the USTA Player Development Program.

• Amanda Coetzer of South Africa defeated Sweden's Asa Carlsson in the final of the BVV Prague Open 6-1 7-6 (16-14) . The (continued on page 28) ADDvantage August 1994

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USPTA certified professionals George Amaya (2-B) Jerry Anderson (1) Steve Annacone (2-B) James Armstrong (1) Todd Ashdown (1) Gregory Barkley (1) Jim Basham (1) Linda Becker (1) Edwin Bixby (1) Jim Brown (2-C) Corwin Carr (1) Julie Carr (1) Tracy Chappell (2-B) Claudio Chappuzeau (1) Curtis Chen (1) Michael Coats (2-B) Lowell Coffman (2-B) Jeff Coleman (1) Vickie Datlow (2-C)

Rosemary DeHoog (1) Robert Dunkle (1) Fritz Earle (2-B) Cheryl Erickson (1) Andy Findlay (1) Steven Franklin (1) Harry Gilbert (2-A) Marcos Gonzalez (1) Jeff Gray (1) Michael Haber (1) Larry Hampton (1) Larry Haugness (2-C) Walter Heidenson (1) Jason Hughes (1) Tracy Hyman (1) Robert lngersole (1) Frank nn Jr. (2-C) Thory1as Kelly (1) Henner Lenhardt (2-B)

Rex Lewis (1) Angel Lopez (2-C) Harvey McCartney .(1) Linsley McMillion (2-A) Jim Moortgat (2-A) Eric Moran (1) Scott Nagle (1) Cecil Clare North (2-C) Guy Parks (2-C) Brett Pautsch (1) Steve Pekich (1) Cheryl Potts (1) Chad Redwine (1) Robert Reed (2-C) Richard Rumble (1) Joseph Rush (2-A) Raul Saad (1) Amre Sammakia (2-A) Cory Sandgren (1)

Katsuki Sato (1) Thomas Schuett (1) Devin Sconyers (1) David Smigel (1) Jeff Smith (1) Betsy Somerville (1) Stephen Stacy (1) David Steinbach (2-C) John Stimpson (1) Kolin Stutcher (1) Jeff Tonjes (1) Mark Trach (1) James Vidamour (1) Michael Ware (2-C) Carol Watson (1) Mitch Weissbein (2-B) Dave Wiest (1)

USPTA affiliate member (pending USPTA certification) Carolyn Tawney (1)

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second-set tiebreaker was the second longest tiebreaker in women's open era singles history, the longest ever in a final match

Associations • Nearly 50 USPTA members became certified racquet technicians (CRT) after passing the United States Racquet Stringers Association's difficult three-part examination.

The exam covers key aspects of racquet service and racquet/string technology.

Achievement of CRT status designates the highest level of service quality in the industry.

• IRSA, The Association of Quality Clubs has scheduled a sales and marketing conference, Nov. 30-Dec. 3 in Orlando, Fla. featuring more than 30 speakers, Including Desi Williamson and Joe Girard Williamson is the founder of Impact Seminars 28

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Unlimited which specializes n sales training, motivational training and peak performance consulting Girard is an author, lecturer and sales consultant who holds the all-time record for the most automobiles sold individually. Cost for the conference is $225 for the first person from a club, and $175 for each additional person before Sept. 16.

IRSA also will hold a conference for programming professionals Dec. 2-3 in Orlando featuring sem nars and the RSA/Athletic Business Trade Show. Cost is $175 before Sept. 16. For more information about either conference, call (800) 228-4772.

• The Club Managers Association of America has named Joe Perdue as director of education and professional development.

Perdue has been a faculty member for the Cecil B. Day School of Hospitality Administration at Georgia State University in Atlanta since 1986. He also has served as director

of CMAA's Business Management nstitute program.

Sixty-three percent of CMAA chapters have made pledges of $50,000 or more to The Club Foundation's Campaign for Excellence. ncluding those pledges, total chapter support is more than $600,000, or 21 percent of the campaign endowment goal of $3 million .

• The American Society for Testing and Materials has begun developing new standards that will classify the characteristics of tennis courts and running tracks, address surface testing , and provide specifications for construction and material for construction.

The group will meet the week of Dec. 4 in Orlando, Fla. Anyone interested in attending , or for more information , call Carol Shaner, U.S. Tennis Court & Track Builders Association , (410) 752-3500, or John Vowell ASTM (215) 299-5496. 0

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