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Treat your feet to the new Wilson• Pro Staff' CS 365. Not only will you get better cushioning. you'll get better lateral support. and a better outsole guarantee (12 -months) than any other tennis shoe out there. So put on a pair. And step on it

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the total professional- enhancing your career 8 Job skills for today •.. and the 21st century - Be a team player by geffing involved in membership by Gordon Collins, USPTA - To be a hero in the eyes of club management, become more involved in membership.

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14 Tennis Across America makes it easy for people to play tennis This popular grassroots program has many advantages for participating pros.

countdown to cancun 20 Make plans now for airport transportation in Cancun 21 Why Cancun? Why not? New conference site offers variety and international flair for USPTA's 70th birthday 21 Follow these steps for a passport •.• then follow us to Cancun 22 Conference registration form/hotel reservation form

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USPTA doubles liability insurance to $4 million for members Tencap pro-am benefits needy families in Vermont Tenni·s Across America registration form USPTA pros dired tennis at America's top 10 resorts Pro Penn Quarterly Discount

On the cove1· .. . Past president Kathy Woods demonstrates a se1"l!e to some participants in last yem·'s Tennis Across America clinic at the White House. Photo by Dan Soine

special section USPTA's Tennis Across America program guide This issue contains a complete program guide for running a USPTA Tennis Across America clinic. Pull it out and get started on your clinic today!

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The opinions expressed in ADDvontoge ore those of the authors and not necessari ly those of ADDvantage or the USPTA. Copyright© United States Professiona l Tennis Association, Inc. 1997. A ll rights reserved. Reproduction of any portion of the magazine is not permitted witho ut written permission from US PTA.

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The right equipment makes USPTA Little Tennis TM and other youth tennis programs possible

hen I worked as a teaching professional in its mr. peeWee tennis TM and Wilson Tennis Carnithe I 970s and into the early '80s, chilval TM equipment - a perfect match for a program dren's programming represented a large and just waiting for the right equipment to come very successful segment of my tennis department. along! In fact, USPTA insisted it become a part of During the height of tennis' popularity, the the Wilson/ USPTA endorsement agreement. game was a family affair, and the club or tennis faThe fact that Wilson agreed to undertake the cility was a place where both parents and children extensive startup costs of producing the correct could participate in activities that equipment for Little Tennis was one suited their skill level and age group. of our greatest incentives for endorsThe summers were especially busy ing the rest of its quality products. and the children's day camp programs It is much more than racquets and I ran were very profitable. balls. The basic mr. peeWee kit proIt was during this time that I vides racquets, foam balls , posts, dreamed of doing a nationwide probases and a net that creates a great gram like USPTA Little Tennis. Durenvironment for introducing kids to ing the tennis boom, the program short-court tennis. The racquets are would have been perfect for parents weighted and sized appropriately for who wanted to play tennis, but who young children and the light foam didn' t have child care or the proper balls and nets allow them to actually tennis-related activity for very young perform tennis skills. Tim Heckler children. Wilson Tennis Carnival teaching Nowadays, Little Tennis TM not only provides a aids make it possible for children to learn tennisprogramming option for teachers and parents, but it specific skills with equipment that includes the offers the industry a way to capture the interest of Teaching Tree, Inflatable Teaching Targets, the the youth market and create new generations of Teaching Tower, Teach Feet, the Teaching Cable players. In fact, I believe that had programs like Litand the Teaching Tether. These tools allow childe Tennis flourished in those early boom days, the dren to learn striking skills and advance to groundsport's popularity never would have subsided. strokes, overheads, serves and rallies. The Teach However, there was a problem starting Little Feet help young players learn footwork and placeTennis in those days. Although children have probament, while the Teaching Cable lets kids take mulbly been playing tennis since the sport was inventtiple hits at a ball as they cross a court. And, just ed, the equipment always presented a problem for like new technology and improvements are made to small players. Many professionals attempted to cut our other endorsed products, Wilson will soon redown regular-sized racquets and had children hit lease a new series of Little Tennis equipment. over imaginary nets. Many of us improvised with It's almost impossible for people who've never various types of balls - larger and softer - to make played tennis to understand how difficult it is to hitting easier. It was always a challenge to create an learn the sport without the proper equipment. It's even tougher for children. But, Wilson's equipenvironment that allowed kids to learn and enjoy themselves with tools made for adults. ment makes it possible for even 3 -year-olds to parLittle Tennis was introduced as a national proticipate in tennis activities and games . gram in I 994 after almost a year of planning and The equipment not only makes youth program preparation. Its implementation would not have development easier for professionals, but it is also been possible without the children's tennis equipperfect for parents to use at home with their chilment produced by Wilson Racquet Sports. When dren. Wilson's Tennis Carnival stations make the US PTA endorsed Wilson in I 994, it also endorsed see CEO, page 4

Wilson)s equipment makes it possible for even Jyear-olds to participate in tennis activities and games.

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USPTA doubles liability insurance to $4 million for members In order to provide even greater protection for members , USPTA has increased its on-court liability insurance from $2 million to $4 million annually. The increase in coverage is provided to USPTA members at no additional charge. It gives USPTA professionals more coverage than that provided by any other tennis-teaching association. Certified members in the

United States, its territories and Canada receive $4 million in on-court liability insurance which covers them while teaching, playing, practicing or officiating tennis. This liability coverage gives peace of mind to thousands of US PTA pros and club owners. For details about the insurance coverage, members may call the USPTA World Headquarters at (7 13 ) 97-USPTA (978-7782).

1997 Player rankings and rules

pon entering a US PTA tournament, yo u become eligible for an annual player ranking. These rankings are either national or divisional and are categorized by gender, singles or doubles, and age division. USPTA rankings are a source of personal pride, peer prestige and are career enhancing. Clubs look good when their tennis professional succeeds in tournament play. When there is individual publicity, there is the potential for additional career opportunities. USPTA rankings can be applied toward Master Professional credit, and results from USPTA tournaments are reported to USTA for national ranking consideration. All divisions played in the USPTA national tournament are considered for ranking purposes. A player must have at least one win at a national USPTA championship to be considered for a ranking.

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The USPTA National Championships will carry the most weight when considering rankmgs. Other USPTA championships (clay, grass, hard court, indoor) will also be used in the ranking process but will carry less weight. The National Team Championships and divisional championships will be used in the ranking process only for the purpose of breaking ties . All of the above US PTA tournaments will be used in the ranking process. Results must be sent to the World Headquarters no later than November I of the ranking year to be considered. Co-ranking (ties) will occur if: â&#x20AC;˘ Players/ teams reach the same round in differenr national events with no head-to-head record and have similar win/ loss records. â&#x20AC;˘ Players/ teams reach the same round in the same national event with no head-to-head competition and similar win/loss records.

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game fun for children in much the same way that T-hall allows young kids to enjoy performing baseball skills. Although the tennis economy sometimes has its challenges, these really are great times for teaching professionals with enthusiastic marketing skills. In fact, I envy our membersat-large especially for their opportunity (which I never had) to leap forward with children's programs - all of which will bring parents into tennis as well. I admit that I have not been able to curb this envy simply by writing editorials.

Without my two bags of children)s tennis equipment) I doubt I would ever have been back on the teaching court. Before work on Thursday mornings , I teach Little Tennis (for free) to 20 kids in my daughter's kindergarten class, and on Sundays I work with 40 first-graders who play soccer and basketball with my son. My thrill is to see 60 new families entering our sport. However, without my two bags of children's tennis equipment, I doubt I would ever have been back on the teaching court. USPTA is promoting Little Tennis as a means to grow our sport and build a base of players for tomorrow. With nearly I ,000 programs nationwide, we are making a difference among the youngest potential player market. But, the program would not have been possible without the right equipment. ro-.

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Teach ing Profession NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS President

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First Vice

Will Haag

President

Joseph Thompson Townsend Gilbert

Vice Presidents

ur opportunities in life have a direc t you look for change and accept change, will d etermine the size of your pot of gold or, effect on our actions. We, as USPTA members , have vast resourc es to help perhaps, you r po t of joy. As a U S PTA member, you should set achieve our goals and determine th e height of goals, dream , explore, create, the goal. m ake mistakes, question and The one ingredient the Association cannot provide us with is m os t of all believe in yourself By becoming a member of attitude. Someone smarter than I once USPTA, it places you at the top of your chos en field . You have said, ''Attitude is everything. " You might ask, "What" does this the ability to do an ything you have to do with my pot of gold ?" dream but first you have to If you are a believer in the theory dream it. Then put a plan together as to how you wish to that the cup is half empty, it is. But it is also half full , and it will accomplish it. We, as m embers, are in love not be long before it is full. I bewith t ennis, and we all know lieve Jim Baugh knew this to be Townsend Gilbert true and, with our help , made the ex treme things p eople do when t hey are in love. Use this love of tennis Wilson No. I. to enhance yo u r avenues to achieve your pot I also believe that, if you do not have a solution fo r t he problem, t hen do not complain. o f gold. The info rmation age is and When offering a solution, you will be continually providing have at leas t thought about the us with new ideas. Our job is problem. to use this information wisely Another quote comes to fo r our needs . The informamind: ''A crisis is a chance to create a positive solution." t ion should provide us with an exciting d ay each day, full of Okay, you say, a lot of philo schallenges as we step on the ophiz ing and po sitive thinkcourt . New crises , new ways to ing still doesn' t fill m y pot of help solve problem s. gold. You are right. T he positive attitude, however, certainT he pot of gold is out t here. G et up and go get it! I promise ly does help! yo u, it will not walk into your Your life as a t ennis profesliving room. You make that desional in the '90s and beyond cision, no one els e. Dream the will have endless opportunidreams , walk the walk, create tie s and things will begin to the attitude. Aft er all, yo u are a USPTA change at an unbelievable rat e of sp eed. Yo ur m ember! i'tJio ability to change, and your attitude in how

As a USPTA membeJ; you should set goals) dream) explore) create) make mistakes) question and most of all believe tn yourself.

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Tencap pro-am benefits needy families in Vermont

Daniel Bonfigli, centn; director of tennis at Racquet's Edge club in ftrmont, presents priz:! money to]eff Waters, right, USTA New England executive director, after he defeated Townsend Gilbert, USPTA national board membe1:

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hat a great weekend of tennis ," said Dave Ericson, one of the amateur participants in the TencapÂŽ Pro-Am Charity Tennis Classic held November 8I 0 at the Racquet's Edge in Essex Junction, V t . This Tencap event allowed players and tennis professionals at different levels to play together in pro -am doubles and USPTA men's singles. " The Tencap handicap systt:m made this a challenging event for the pros and amateurs ," said Townsend Gilbert, national USPTA board member and runner-up in the pro-singles event. "Just a fantastic fun and fitness time! " According to USPTA pro fessional and Racquet 's Edge Director of Tennis, D aniel Bonfigli, the Tencap program helped keep the matches close.

During one of Bonfigli' s matches, he was the player with the higher Tencap, which entitled him to use extra points throughout each set. His free points were especially helpful during return games against an opponent with a potentially overpowering serve. Facing a bigger threat of having his serve broken, Bonfigli said his opponent had to "raise his game to a whole new level. " Ericson and Bonfigli prevailed over USPTA professional Dudley Bell and Bill Romond to win the pro -am. " These types of events involving local sponsors, players and charities are the most fun and rewarding to participate in, " said Jeff Waters , Executive Director of USTA New England division and winner of the pro singles. ''I'm already planning to return next year to defend my tide! " Fifty percent of the funds raised during the Calcutta pro am were donated to the Lynd Foundation, a local organization that helps needy families in Vermont with home heating fuel and food during the cold winters. The Lynd Foundation also provides funds for free tennis instruction, racquets and scholarships for children who normally would not have the opportunity to play. Bonfigli feels strongly that such foundations need to be used more often to connect

tennis to parts of the community that otherwise would never see a racquet, let alone a tennis game. "It's about giving these children a break from their hard times, " Bonfigli said. The Lynd Foundation was not the only group to benefit from this tennis event. Forty children and adults participated in a free clinic that was taught by some of the pros. A USPTA Little Tennis TM clinic was offered for the children. Other USPTA professionals who participated in the event were Dennis Langdell and Dave Robison, R acquet's Edge; Cons Moundalexis, Sugarbush Resort, Vt.; and Kelly Gunterman, Stratton Mountain Resort, Vt. Sponso rs of the event included Tencap; Wilson Racquet Sports, which provided welcoming gifts for all participants ; The Inn at Essex, which supplied free rooms for visiting USPTA pros; and LaCusina Restorante, which provided dinner and lunch over the weekend. SPI Micro Electronics and National Life ofVermont do nated $ 3,000 in prize money for the pro singles event. USPTA professionals who would like more information on how to set up an event like t his at their club may call Dan Bonfigli at (802) 879-7734, ext. 128 or Townsend Gilbert, National Life ofVermont, at (603 ) 352-0444. r,.

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Weight training - start slowly then add the power rom a biomechanics point o vie , wo uld yo u please compare the ad vantages and disadvantages of dynamic weight training vs. static weight training? In your an swer, could yo u be specific as to why static weight training might be counterpro ductive to the movement of a tennis player. Also, please include examples of good d yn amic weight training for the following areas: the shoulders, the lower back, the torso and the lowe r limbs.

Before answering your quese must define our terms so all our readers are on the sam e page, literally. By static weight training, I ass ume you are referring to weight lifting or resistance training where the movement is slow and controlled. In dyn amic weight training, I ass ume yo u are referring to power training where the body is moving (often rapidly) to create forceful contractions during powerful action s. Let m e first say that both are important and n ecessary. Since m any tennis players come to us wi th a low level of fitness, we must st art slowly when advising them about any form of resist ance training. Also, we know today that d ynamic (or power) training can cause serious ac ute and/ or chronic injuries if the athlete is not properly prepared. For that reason , weight lifting should be used to d evelop a strength foun dation before ever attempting to perform powe r training.

When weight lifting, the athlet e should start with slow and controlled movem ents. In this way, any risk of injury is minimized . The amount of weight selected for training each muscle gro up should st art ve ry low. It's much eas ier to recognize a weight that is too light and then raise the resistance in small , gradual increments than it is to start with too much weight.

Since many tennis players come to us with a low level of fitness) we must start slowly when advising them about any form of resistance training . The results of starting wit h too much weight range from the obvious (injury) to the simple state of unhappiness for the player who will n ever return to the weight room again. At leas t once a week at LG E, we are as ked at what age an athlet e should start strength training. The answer, which is well documented throughout the scientific community, is that an athlete can do resistance training at almost any age. They don't necessarily n eed to lift weights at age 8, but an 8year-old could certainly use a dyna-band or rubber tubing to do som e resistance training. The key is to teach the yo unger player (and the older player as well)

proper technique from the begmnmg. Relative to d ynamic resistance training for specific areas, we use a m edicine ball, or weighted rubber ball, quite often. Howeve r, be sure it is not too heavy for the athlete. There are m any variations on the market and lighter is much better to start wit h than heavier. With that in mind, I recommend the following : • Shoulders: O ver hand medicine ball t hrow forward , bac kward and sideways • Lower back: D yna mic p ower training is not recommended for this body area • Torso ( abdominals) : Medicine ball sit-ups when the athlete is in a slight incline and uses abdominal curls to lift the shoulders and toss the ball to a trainer • Lower limbs: Hopping exercises, squat jumps and plyome trics (power training) H ow much muscle soren ess should an athlet e have afte r conditioning with resistance? The answer is minimal. If an athlete is so sore that he can hardly move, that athlete has overtrained . Rem ember this important concept: discomfort is healthy, pain is not healthy. As for which training is bes t , Pat Etcheberry feels the ideal form of conditioning is to combine these two m ethods with sound aero bic training. In this way, the athlete develops a solid foundation and has the power required to play high levels of t ennis . Also, if the schedule is properly periodized , the chance for injury is minimal. ;ty.

jack G1'Dppel, Ph.D., is the executive vice president of LGE Sport Science Inc. He is an instruction editorfor Tennis maga.i(jne, and is the author of High-Tech Tennis and coauthor of The Science of Coac hing Tennis. Groppel is a USPTA Master Professional and was named 1987 USPTA Professional of the Year. ADDvontoge/Morch 1997

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Be a team player by getting involved in membership by Gordon Collins, USPTA

Gordon Co llins, USPTA, is the tettnis director for the Cou·rtside Tennis Club in Los Gatos, Calif., a11d is a regional tennis dit-ector for Club Corporation of America. He sen1ed on the USPTA Board of DiHctors from 1987- 1996.

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commercial club's primary revenue source is its dues . It is the lifeblood of the club, and a key indicator of the success of the club. A rising dues line means there is more money to spend on such things as capital improvements and employee raises , while a club with a declining membership faces budget cuts and employee layoffs . It is certainly not too difficult to decide which one of these paints a prettier picture for the club professional. Even though most clubs have a membership department, it is critical that the professional considers himself an integral part of the department. If you want to be a hero in the eyes of the club management, being involved in membership is the way co their heart and pocketbook. To assist in the retention of existing members , and to help in the enrollment of new members, I recommend the following: Develop a tennis membership plan. Meet regularly with the membership department and general manager, and define what role you should play in membership. Stay on cop of the membership prospect list, and see how you can assist. Saving a member is just as important as bringing in a new one, so be aware of your member 's usage. When it decreases, give her a call

to get her involved and show that you care. Court the prospect. Often a half-hour hit, a fr iendly phone call or even a walk-through of the club 's programming is all that is needed co get the prospect to join. Most people feel uncomfortable when joining a new club. If you can project a positive first impression, it will go a long way in helping them select your club. While interviewing a prospect , remember co always listen first co her needs , and then respond with how yo ur staff and programs fill her wants and desires . Get them integrated fast. Give all new members and their families a tennis orientation. It should quickly initiate the members into all areas of the club. I have found that there is a direct correlation between how long a member stays in the club and how quickly we got them started. A new member who is immediately immersed into the club , and who becomes an active part of it, will ultimately have a much longer life span than those who don't. The orientation should include an on-court hit, a tour of the tennis facilities and pro shop, an explanation of the club's programming, a matchmaker on three different occasions wit h three different

groups , and a demonstration on the ball machine. Also, introduce them to as many fellow employees and members as you can. Develop a buddy system. Since most members who leave a club are those who never got involved, assigning them a "buddy" can be ve ry useful. This buddy is usually of their same sex and ability level, and someone who is very positive and alread y integrated into the club. The buddy is responsible for helping them set up games and introducing them to other members. The buddy would also give them a call on a regularly scheduled basis to make sure they are happy with the club. In today' s job market, you rarely hear of a professional losing his job because h e could not teach a good lesson. It is almost always because he or she had different goals than the club. Be sure to find out what yo ur club' s goals are, and then let the management know that you want to help them achieve those goals . A successful and prosperous club is a much better enviro nment to work in than one on the decline. A few cliches are useful guidelines for the commercial club professional - be a team playe r, and see the big picture of the club. By achieving this , your years should be prosperous and pleasant. i't>o

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Appealing to kids 3 to 83 (and up!

ne of the joys of teaching tennis is that we can adapt the sport to fit groups with special needs . An example is "two bounces if needed" for wheelchair tennis. I have found that this same adaptation works well for my Little Tennis and grassroots players, giving them time to judge when and where to hit the ball in a rally. At the Vancouver Tennis Center, we've added a Super Seniors C lub for those 80 and over. By allowing two bounces if needed, we have seniors returning to the courts who had retired their racquets because they weren't able to get to the ball on one bounce. I encourage yo u to try two bounces if n eeded for groups at both ends of the t ennis spectrum.

Tennis adventure trips

Sometimes yo ung playe rs have a hard time grasping the split step, but most of them have played the game hopscotch before. We can help them learn the split step by applying hopscotch to the game of tennis. Cut some feet out of cardboard or use t he Wilson Tennis Carnival Teach Feet for this drill. P lace the teach feet in a l-2-I-2 format, like the hopscotch game. Line up the students and have them practice the steps without racquets or balls first. Next, have them take their racquet and punch a volley after the last jump. After some practice, add an approach shot to the drill. Your students will find the split step easy and fun when playing Hopscotch Tennis.

Many of my 4- to 7-year-olds really enjoy it when we put them in "adventurous situations." When practicing our racquet dribble by trying to stay inside the alley, we call it our "Raiders of the Lost Arc" adventure trip. The goal is to make it safely from the net to the baseline. The alley is the "suspension bridge." Pith hats are sometimes worn by our staff for visual effect. We go fishing by hitting volleys over the net into "fishing nets" that are held by junior instructors. We even wear goofy fishing hats to add more fun to the drill, and the Wilson nets can be adjusted to different heights . Toward the end of our tennis camp, we set up "Excellent Adventure" drills at six to 12 stations over two courts. We use everything from clown boards with holes to hit through to pizza relays - sandwiching the ball between two racquets. Use the parents! They are a great help. It's fun to act goofy with kids . It pays off in the big picture.

Matthew Haley, USPTA

Dick Johnson, US PTA

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New Wilson equipment for LiHie Tennis program As tennis professionals nationwide get ready to start their spring programs, they will want w check out the new additions w Wilson's line of Tennis Carnival TM and mr. peeWee TM equipment. Many of the Wilson favorites are still available, but

this yea r yo u can expect to see the Teaching Tree, the Tail Ball and the Inflatable Teaching Targets as part of the Tennis Carnival set. For more information, contact your local Wilson terriwry manager or Wilson customer service at (Soo) 272-6060.

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Tennis Across America TM makes it easy for people to play tennis

ith the first signs of spring in the air, people are getting out their tennis shoes and dusting off their racquets. What better time to invite them to a free tennis clinic? US PTA's Tennis Across America TM, now in its eighth year, has drawn thousands of new and former tennis playe rs to the courts each year. It is a great opportunity for them to pick up tips from a pro, meet new people and discover a new m terest. This popular grassroots program has three segments: nationwide clinics held for all players; multicul tu~al clinics for

those not usually given the chance to play; and follow-up programs to retain playe rs' interest. There are many advantages for t he tennis professional who participates in this nationwide program.

It brings more people to your club and boosts your classes. T his is the type of advertising you can't buy. Encourage your regular players and non-tennis p laying members to come to the clinic, and bring a friend. Be positive about the health benefits of tennis and get them thinking about summer classes for t he whole family. Tennis Across America clinics can provide a great player base to fi ll your youth and adult

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camps, summer tournaments or Little Tennis classes. Iennis Across America makes it easy for people to play tennis. What better way to touch people's lives than through the sport you love? Each year, USPTA hears inspiring stories from members who have run t hese clinics for different multicultural groups: the elderly, low-income children, American Indians, the handicapped and many more. Pick something t hat is close t o your heart and do something for the community at the same time.

Iennis Across America has a domino effect on the entire industry. Programs that are designed to grow the game build the economic base and job market . When demand for tennis instruction increases, more jobs are created. Attracting more playe rs boosts the healt h of th e entire tennis ind ustry. In this issue, yo u will find a Tennis Across America program guide that contains everything yo u need to run a successful clinic. It includes a helpful ch ecklist, press releases, sign- up sheet, round-robin schedule and a colorful poster for disp lay at your facility. To register a clinic at yo u r facility, fill out th e form on page 15 and return it to the World Headquarters. USPTA promotes Tennis Across America in national tennis publications and major newspapers . Last year, the program was mentioned for the second time during Willard Scott's segment on NBC's " Today" show. USPTA also furnishes press releases to regional publications to supplement local p ublicity efforts . For more information, contact the USPTA Sports Marketing Department at (7 13 ) 978 -7782 or e- mail sports@uspta.org. r.,

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Dear USPTA Professional : This special issue of AOOvantage provides you with a complete program guide for running USPTA's Tenn is Across America program. I hope each of you will take part in the eighth annual event in May. By participating in this great grassroots effort, you help USPTA demonstrate the combined strength of its membership and its commitment to the overall growth of tenni s. This issue contains a brief synopsi s of the program 's three phases and a clipout registration card . Please contact the USPTA World Headquarters if you have any questions or would like to assist other pros in your area with their events.

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Promotional tips that will help you to publicize your event

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Press information. Fill in the appropriate blanks on the press release and public service announcement sheets photocopy or create your own if necessary) and deliver them to newspapers and television and radio stations

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An optional outline on how to run 45- and 90-m inute clinics and suggestions for social functions at your tennis acility for Tennis Across America

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Helpful guidelines on round-robin formats and competitions

Please be sure to visit our Internet web site at www.uspta .org. I want to thank you for your past support, and encourage you to hold an event in May. With your assistance, USPTA continues to grow the game . With kind regards, I am, Sincerely, TES PROFESSIONAL TENNIS ASSOCIATION, INC.

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USPTA's Tennis Across America is an excellent opportunity to promote tennis as a fun means of physical fitness and to generate publicity for you and your facility. Whether your event is for the public or for club members only, the following steps to promote your clinic can help ensure its success:

Organize committees or solicit pros to assist with various aspects, such as public relations, refreshments and invitations to local dignitaries.

Contact local VIPs or dignitaries, such as city council members, the mayor or local celebrities, and invite them to attend your clinic . Make one of them an honorary chairman , which would provide good photo opportunities for advance press releases and would encourage greater publicity through local media.

If you are hosting or assisting with a public clinic, contact local volunteer groups, such as the Boys Club, the Girl Scouts or the local chamber of commerce, to help organize the event and to increase the number of participants.

Ask your facility or local parks and recreation department to donate racquets and tennis balls for participants who may be unable to provide their own.

Encourage local, soft-drink bottling companies, snack distributors and restaurants to gain public exposure by providing free or low-cost refreshments for participants during the event.

Compile a local media list of daily and weekly newspapers, television and radio stations, regional tennis publications and commun ity newspapers, as well as contacts at the USPTA national office. You may also wish to include the chamber of commerce, the local tourism bureau and school newspapers. Be sure to gather information regarding deadlines, too.

YouR MEdiA lisT slmuld iNcludE THE NAMES of coNTACTS foR: Newspaper:

Sports editor, tennis writer, lifestyle editor, photo editor

Television:

Sports director, news director, assignments editor

Radio:

News director, sports director, community program hosts

Send a press release to those on your media list announcing the event. You may type the appropriate information in the blank spaces on the sample press release provided, or you may create your own. If you write your own press release, remember these basic rules: The press release should be typed and double-spaced; provide your name and phone number where people may reach you for more information; number and label each page; and check for proper spelling and that all facts are correct.

Send a public service announcement to the television and radio stations on your media list. You may use the sample public service announcement provided, or you may create your own. If you write your own, follow the same basic rules for press releases and be sure to include the length (30 seconds or 60 seconds) of the announcement for programming purposes. Remember that public service announcements are much shorter than releases for print media.

Encourage your students to invite friends and family to participate in the event. Remember, Tennis Across America is a great opportunity for introducing new players to programs and lesson series. Display the poster and sign-up sheet included in this packet at yourfacility or other locations where people will see them . Appoint three people to take photographs of your event and send copies to the local newspaper. The USPTA national office for possible use in ADDvantage magazine and USPTA's Web site, and to other publications. Remember to identify those in the photo (from left to right), the location of the event and the host professional. Also, be sure to include your name and phone number. Create a follow-up press release with information on the attendance, location, pros who participated and any notable happenings. This release should be sent to those on your media list within 24 hours of the event (preferably the day of the event). Try to write the release before the clinic, so that you may simply fill in the details at the end when time is more pressing. CopyrightÂŠ United States Professional Tennis Association Inc. 1997. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any portion of this material is not permitted without written permission of the publisher.

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Introduce yourself and your staff to the participants. Briefly discuss USPTA and how it promotes tennis in the grassroots through programs such as USPTA's Tennis Across America, USPTA Little Tennisâ&#x201E;˘ and the USPT A Adult Tennis League""! Point out the benefits of playing tennis and how your teaching programs can help improve their skills. The depth of your clinic will depend upon the skill levels of participants. The following suggested guidelines are ideal for social-level players. For more advanced players, you may wish to incorporate a drill format. Start the clinic with five minutes of stretching exercises. Next, discuss the forehand and the backhand (10 minutes each). These strokes are basic enough to get participants involved in the game immediately. Briefly explain: A. B. C. D. E.

Grips and the ready position Backswing (emphasize simplicity and early preparation) Pivot and step (emphasize weight transfer) Bounce-swing concept (emphasize contact point) Follow through and return to ready position

Movement should be introduced for more advanced players. The instructor should demonstrate each of the above points, then allow participants to hit balls fed by the instructor or ball machines. The procedure should last approximately 10 minutes each for the forehand and backhand.

REviEw T~E cliNic Allow 10-15 minutes to review the points discussed in the clinic and have a question-and-answer session. Explain the importance of regular practice and offer practice tips, such as how to use backboards and ball machines. This is a good time to distribute information on lessons and pro shop merchandise.

T~EN RUN A 90..-MiNUTE, SOCiAl ROUNd RObiN Remind the participants of the upcoming social round robin, then allow them to break for 10-15 minutes. Afterward, assign each player a number and begin with social round-robin doubles. (You may use the following round-robin schedule to simplify this procedure.) Play may be divided into men's and women's doubles. This is a great public relations opportunity. Have the teaching staff socialize with the participants and offer advice and tennis tips.

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Follow the outline for a 45-minute clinic on the previous page. Then, over an additional45 minutes, discuss the following shots at your discretion. First review the volley- which should be described as a simple, blocking motion that employs the shoulder, not the elbow -and then demonstrate it (5 minutes). A. Ready position -distance from net, stance, racD. Punch motion - little or no backswing quet position E. Contact point B. Grip- firm wrist F. Follow through C. Pivoting of shoulders -waist After the demonstration, allow the participants to volley with the instructor(s), or with other participants (20 minutes). Next, discuss and demonstrate the serve (5 minutes). Since it is one of the more difficult strokes to learn, emphasize the need for coordination between the toss and the backswing. The serve must be practiced often and can be done without an opponent. Briefly explain: D. Height of toss as it relates to contact point, and A . Grip and stance position or location of toss B. Tossing motion (practice without backswing E. Completion of service with follow-through motion) C. Backswing motion -combine toss and backswing Divide the group into smaller groups on opposite sides of the court. One group serves, the other gathers the balls, then serves (15 minutes).

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Add A luNcl-tEON Your social program can include a reasonably priced luncheon or cookout at the courts. The cookout should follow the clinic/round robin. ExpANd youR ROUNd RObiN The round-robin format may be expanded to allow longer play. If your club has a large junior program, you may wish to have the juniors participate in a clinic in the morning, followed by the adult session in the afternoon, with a cookout in between. This would allow your whole membership to participate in USPT A's Tennis Across America.

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CoNducT A fREE dEMO lfyour facility has a pro shop, you may wish to conduct a free demo session to encourage your members to try new products. This would also be an excellent time to have a pro shop sale, since most shops are fully stocked with spring and summer goods. The options are endless- put your imagination to work. USPTA's Tennis Across America is a great opportunity to increase lessons, pro shop sales and exposure for you, your staff and your club.

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Play may consist of a four-game set. Each person serves one game with teams switching sides after two games. Play a 9-point tiebreaker if the score reaches 2-all. The assistant or head pro can fill in if there is an odd number of participants. Determine the round-robin winner by the number of games won.

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12PLAYERS:

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14PLAYERS:

Round 1: Round2: Round 3: Round 4: Round 5: Round 6: Round 7:

16PLAYERS:

Round 1: Round 2: Round 3: Round4: Round 5: Round 6:

COURT 1 1&2 vs. 3&4 2&6 vs. 1&5 5&4 vs. 6&3 1&3 vs . 2&5 4&6 vs. 2&3 1&4 vs. 5&6 1&6 vs. 2&5 2&3 vs . 5&8 1&8 vs. 3&6 1&2 vs. 3&4 1&7 vs. 2&8 2&6 vs. 3&7 2&4 vs. 6&8 1&2 vs. 3&4 9&1 vs. 2&3 2&8 vs. 4&10 5&1 vs. 7&9 3&10 vs. 4&6 1&3 VS. 2&4 6&9 vs. 1&8 1&2 vs. 3&4 3&6 vs. 7&10 4&11 vs. 7&12 3&10 vs. 5&12 1&10 VS. 8&11 1&12 vs. 6&7 2&6 vs. 3&11 1&2 vs. 3&4 13&1 vs. 2&3 3&9 vs. 5&7 1&14 vs. 2&4 10&8 vs. 1&9 14&5 vs. 13&6 12&8 vs. 9&6 1&2 vs. 7&8 1&4 vs. 3&2 13&12 vs.7&16 13&6 vs. 3&14 9&16 vs. 3&8 7&10 vs.11&16

COURT2 5&6 out or warm-up 3&4 out 1&2 out 4&6 out 1&5 out 2&3 out 3&8 vs. 4&7 1&4 vs . 6&7 2&7 vs. 4&5 5&6 vs. 7&8 3&5 vs . 4&6 1&5 vs. 4&8 1&3 vs. 5&7 5&6 vs . 7&8 4&5 vs . 6&10

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11&13 vs.12&14 6&10 vs. 9&13 14&2 vs. 13&3 10&1 vs.4&7 11&4 vs. 13&7

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6&1 vs. 2&8

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5&4 vs. 3&10

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USPTA-certified teaching professionals direct tennis at the nation's top 10 tennis resorts, according to theresults of a new ranking by Tennis magazine of America's best resorts . The Tennis rankings are part of its November feature on the "Best Tennis Resorts in America," a biennial listing of the country's top resort facilities. Tennis magazine's top I 0 resorts, listed with USPTA tennis directors, are as follows: 1 The Colony Beach & Itnnis Resort, Longboat Key, Fla. , John Robinson, USPTA , Director of Tennis 2 Sea Pines Plantation , Hilton Head Island, S.C. , Kurt Kamperman, USPTA , Director of Tennis 3 Kiawah Island Resort, Kiawah Island, S.C., Roy Barth, USPTA, Director of Tennis 4 Ponte ~dra Inn & Club , Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., Mike Leach, USPTA , Director of Tennis 5 Litchfield Beach & Golf Resort, Pawleys Island, S.C. , Marshall Parker, USPTA , Director of Tennis 6 La Quinta Hotel, Golf & Itnnis Resort, La Quinta, Cali£ , John Austin, USPTA , Director of Tennis 7 Topnotch at Stowe Resort & Spa , Stowe, Vt. , Tom Salmon, USPTA, Director of Tennis 8 The Greenbrier, White Sulphur Springs, WVa., Ron Bohrnstedt, US PTA, Director of Tennis 9 The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, Colo., Dennis Ralston, USPTA, Director of Tennis 10 Rancho Valencia Resort, Rancho Santa Fe, Cali£, Eduardo Sanchez, USPTA, Head Professional "USPTA professionals are industry leaders in teaching, managing and directing tennis ," said USPTA CEO Tim Heckler. "It's no surprise that the country's top resorts are staffed by the industry's top teaching professionals." itJio

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SPTA has made special arrangements for members' transfers to and from the Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Hotel in Cancun. By signing up in advance, you can arrange for an exclusive, direct transfer to the hotel on arrival and to the airport on departure.

Procedures Upon arrival in Cancun, yo u will first have to go down one flight of stairs to clear immigration. You will then proceed to the baggage claim area to the left of immigration to retrieve

yo ur luggage. Next, go on to customs where yo u will hand in your custom declaration form and be asked to push a stoplight. If the light turns green, proceed. If it turns red, then your bags will be lightly inspected. (The airport reserves the right to inspect yo ur bags even if you receive a green light.) Employees with Maritur, the destination management company, will be wearing red shirts and holding "USPTA" signs, and will escort you to the shuttle. A day prior to your departure, yo u will be given a departure notice advising

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you of the time to place yo ur luggage outside yo ur room to be picked up, the time your transportation will depart the hotel, and the time yo ur flight departs Cancun. Maritur will coordinate your transfer to the airport as well as assist yo u with the check-in process.

Payment Payment may be made in advance by personal check or paid upon arrival for an extra charge of $5 per person. Only cash or travelers checks will be accepted on site.

Try an underwater adventure in Cancun Adventures are just as likely to happen underwater as on dry land in one of the water capitals of the world. Local marinas in Cancun offer a variety of dive trips , and all trips include equipment and a professional dive master. Resort courses for those who have never dived before are also available. All local coral formations are colorful and harbor abundant marine life, and depth variations and currents determine a reef 's degree of difficulty. La Bandera, Cuevones and Manchones reefs are suitable for beginners , while El Tunel, San Toribio and San Miguel present a more challenging dive. Another exciting option for viewing this vivid underground world is on a ride aboard the state- of-the-art Atlantis Submarine. A m arine biologist acco mpanies the group to tell them about the marine life and fragile coral reefs just outside their window.

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(ounfdown fo (anc:un Why (ancun? Why not? New conference site offers variety and international flair for US PTA's 70â&#x20AC;˘h birthday Whether you're a veteran of past USPTA conventions, or planning your first trip to the Association's annual meeting, you'll enjoy the host site of the 70'h USPTA World Conference on Tennis in Cancun, Mexico. After alternating between the same two convention sites for the last four years, the USPTA board and Executive Committee wanted to give convention participants some variety, while still offering members one of the best convention bargains in any industry. Flights to and from Cancun are in many cases

more convenient for travelers than flying to a destination on the East Coast or West Coast. And, prices for hotel accommodations are as reasonable as any domestic resort. The Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun will host this year's conference. Every room in this five-diamond resort provides guests with a view of the beach and the aqua-blue water of the Caribbean. The hotel is located near many popular restaurants and nightspots, including Planet Hollywood and the Hard Rock Cafe.

Finding a hotel that can accommodate USPTA:s conference is not always easy, but with more than 600 rooms, the Fiesta Americana Coral Beach can comfortably host the USPTA Conference and its participants. Cancun is much more than hotel rooms and convention facilities. It is a vacationer's paradise. Family and friends can enjoy the magnificent beaches and water sports, or take a short day trip to see the pyramids and temples that were once part of the Mayan civilization. See you in Mexico! ibP

Follow these steps for a passport then follow us to Cancun If you haven't made any travel preparations yet for the USPTA World Conference on Tennis in Cancun, now is a good time to get a step ahead . It is possible to enter Mexico with a photo 10 and one of the following: an original birth certificate or certified copy, or a notarized affidavit of citizenship. However, the most convenient way is with a passport. Here is what you need to know to obtain one. Applications are available from many local post offices and travel agencies. Each application must be accompanied by proof of U.S. citizenship, proof of identity, two photographs and fees. Proof of U.S. citizenship. Applicants born in the United States may submit a previous U.S. passport or certified birth certificate. If no birth record exists, submit a registrar's notice to that effect and some type of evidence, such as a baptismal or school certificate. It should include your name, date and

place of birth, and signature of issuing official.

Proof of identity. It is possible to establish one's identity with items contain. . Plan ahead by taking care of passport docu.ments now. A lso, take advantage mg your stgnaof discounts and secure a spot by making your travel reservations early. ture and physical description Fees. The passport application fee is or photograph. You may use a previous $6 5 for adults, and $40 for minors unU.S. passport, certificate of naturalizader I8. Personal checks or money orders tion or citizenship, driver's license, or are accepted. An adult passport is valid government identification card or pass. for I 0 years, and a minor 's is valid for Two photographs. Submit two idenfive years. Once mailed, the passport tical photos that are a good likeness. will take from three to four weeks to The passport photo is normally 2 incharrive. It can also be sent overnight, if es by 2 inches, with the head shot meanecessary, for an additional charge. suring between I inch to I 3/ 8 inches For more information, call the Na(from top of head to chin) . They may tional Passport Information Center at be black and white or color. (900) 225-5674. ibP ADDvontoge/Morch 1997 21

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HOTEL ROOM RESERVATION

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This completed /orm must be received by Fiesta Americana no later than August 12, 1997. Send to : Fiesta Americana H otels 5950 Bershire Lane, 9th Floor LB2 Dallas, TX 75225 Attn: Claudia Simpson fax (214) 891-3158 (housing form)

Conference: Wo rld Conference on Tennis Cancun, Mexico, Sept. 14-22 Arrival date: - - - - -- - - - Location:

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e All reservation requests must be received by August 12, 1997. Requests received after this date, or for dates other than the main conference period, will be accepted on a space-avaJable basis only. • Please include one nigbt' s room revenue as a deposit in tl1e form of credit card number (with an expiration date valid througb date of departure) or check, which wJ] bold your room untJ midnight of the day of arrival . Make check payable to: Fiesta Americana Coral B each . e Cancellation notice of seven days is required for a refund. If you cancel witbin three days of arrival date, a charge equal to one night's stay will apply. When

Check-in time is after 3 p .m . - Check-out time is 1 p.m. canceling or changing your reservation in writing, be sure to obtain a cancellation or confirmation number.

e The hotel will make every effort to honor requests in writing for specific types and locations of rooms. However, on occasions when such requests cannot be met, the bote! reserves the right to provide alternate accommodations. INTERNAL USE ONLY Agent name Confirmation No.

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Career Development This page lists numerous opportunities for members to participate in continuing education activities.

Division meetings/activities (I / 2 point and up) March 7

Midwest Division Grand Rapids, Mich.

March 2I

Northwest Division Minneapolis, Minn.

March 2 I-22 Midwest Division Big Rapids, Mich. March 22-23 Midwest Division Detroit, Mich. April25

Northwest Division Minneapolis, Minn.

April 2 7

Eastern Division Pittsford, N .Y.

May 5

Northwest Division Minneapolis, Minn.

May I 0

California Division Los Angeles, Cali£

May I 6- I 8

Mid-Atlantic Division Wintergreen, Va.

May I8

Intermountain Division Denver, Colo.

Specialty Courses (2 points per four-hour course; 4 points per eight-hour course)

Drills For All Levels, March I , Colorado Springs, Colo. (4 hours), B. Hobden Defeating tbe Monsters in Your HeaJ., March 2, Colorado Springs, Colo. (4 hours), Ken D eHart

Teaching Effective Strokes: The No. 1 Job of a Tennis Professional, March 8, Chicago, Ill. (8 hours), L. H ammel

Strategy & 'IActics, March 23 , Westbend, Wis. (4 hours), Steve Wilkinson Th e deadline to register and/or cancel a co urse is I 5 work ing d ays before the event. Anyone canceling late or failing to cancel will forfeit onehalf th e co urse fee. Thi s schedule is subj ect to change. Call t he US PTA Membership D epartment for additional information or write via email at membership@ uspta.org.

Division conventions

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March I4-I 6 Mid-Atlantic Division Tysons Corner, Va. March I4-I6 Missouri Valley Division Leawood, Kan. April 4-7 Northern California Division Santa Rosa, Cali£ April24-27 Southwest Division Mesa, Ariz. New England Division May I-4 Brewster, Mass. California Division May 4-5 Fountain Valley, Cali£ May I 6- I 8 Eastern Division Florham Park, N.J. Florida Division May 27Naples Beach, Fla. June I

June 6-8 June 20-22

Pacific Northwest Division Sunriver, Ore. Hawaii Division Honolulu, Hawaii

Coaches Workshops (2 points each) March 3

Midwest Division Columbus, Ohio

March I4

Eastern Division DeWitt, N .Y.

April I2

Northwest Division Eagan, Minn.

Tennis Teachers' Course (4 points per 8-hour segment) April 9-11

Chicago, Ill.

Exams, upgrades & Certification Training Courses (2 points for CTC only) March I-2 March I-2 March 8-9 March 8-9 March 8-9 March 9-IO March 9-IO March I2-13 March I4-I6 March I5-I6 March I5-I6 March 22-23 March 22-23 March 23-24 April4-5 April 5-6 April 7-8 April9- IO April I2-I 3 April I2-I 3 April12-13

Dallas, Texas Daytona Beach, Fla. Burbank, Cali£ Streetsboro, Ohio Manchester, N.H. Reno, Nev. McLean, Va. Flushing, N .Y. Kansas City, Mo. Lexington, Ky. Hershey, Pa. Solvang, Cali£ Boca Raton, Fla. Atlanta, Ga. Maui, Hawaii Charleston, S.C. Santa Rosa, Cali£ Freeport, N.Y. Murrieta, Cali£ Aurora, Ill. North Augusta, S.C.

April I9-20 April 23-25 April26-27 April26-27 April26-27 April27-28 April27-28 May 3-4 May 3-4 May 4-5 May 4-5 May 7-8 May 8-IO May 9-IO May 10-II May I7-I8 May I7-I8 May I7-18 May I7-18 May I8-I9 May 24-25

Birmingham, Ala. Mesa, Ariz. Industry Hills, Cali£ Boca Raton, Fla. Big Rapids, Mich. Atlanta, Ga. Tyler, Texas Panama City, Fla. Nashville, Tenn. Parker, Colo. Richmond, Va. Freeport, N.Y. Bloomington, Minn. Bradenton, Fla. Mandeville, La. Fountain Valley, Cali£ Wilmington, Del. Fort Wayne, Ind. Key West, Fla. Pleasanton, Cali£ Bakersfield, Cali£

Exam reservations must be made at least 2 I days prior to the dates listed. Each date includes an exam, upgrade and CTC unless noted. Exam cancellations must be received no later than I4 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. Registration for another exam will not be accepted until cancellation fees are paid.

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Career Development USPTA book, video, audiocasseHe and review order form Send or fax order to USPTA Gift Shoppe, 3535 Briarpa rk Drive, Houston, Texas 77042 . For information , call (713) 978-7782, fax (713) 978-7780, or e-mail proshop @ uspta .org .

Books

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No. of reviews ($15 each)

Reading a USPTA book, listening to an audiocas sette or viewing a vi deotaped Specialty Course and com pleting the review is a convenient home-study method of obtaining your Career Development credits. Ea ch book and video review is eligible for 2 credits and the audiocassette for 1 credit. There is a $ 15 charge per review to cover process ing . If only reviews are ordered, shipping charges do not apply.

Amount

Shipping & handling charges: 1 . Contiguous 48 states $4 first lb . plus $.50 each additional lb . 2 . Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico & Canada Price from grand total plus $ 10 second -day air or $ 15 next-day air 3 . Other countries $20 first lb. plus $6 each add itiona l lb .

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Name ____________________________________________ Address ____________________________ Apt. No. ________ City ----------------------- Stote ZIP ____________ Daytime phone (include area code) __________________________ USPTA member No. _____________

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Subtotal 1 Subtota l 2 Houston (MTA) residents add 8.25% tax other Texas res idents odd 7.25% tax Shipping & handling (see above) Grand tota l

Win USPTA dues in Tennis magazine program for Association members

SPTA is excited about a beneficial new offer for its members from Tennis magazine. It's easy to participate, open to residents of both the United States and Canada, and it creates loyalty between teacher and student. The Tennis magazine Gift C ertificate Program consists of a pad of forms to

be handed out to your players that entitle the recipient to one free trial issue of Tennis magazine, along with a discounted subscription. Best of all, it allows the pro the freedom to customize the program to his or her bes t interest. For example, the Tennis magazine gift certificates may be handed out at public or private lessons , round robins, tourna-

ments, social gatherings, grassroots programs, through the pro shop , or countless other ways. It's your call. As an added incentive, the pro who comes up with the best or most creative program receives one full year of paid USPTA membership dues , compliments of Tennis magazine. So, go ahead and get involved . Give the gift of tennis. ~

TENNIS Magazine, in conjunction with the USPTA, has developed an exciting new program designed to help you become a more effective tennis professional. The TENNIS Magazine Gift Certificate Program is easy and flexible and can be tailored to meet your professional needs. Best of all, there's not an ounce of paperwork! Focus your energies where they belong - on motivating people to love and play tennis. Let the program build your professional image and success! Here's how the program works: Soon you'll receive a package of FREE TENNIS Magazine Gift Certificates, provided through special arrangement with the USPTA. Use them to involve players in any way you like. Here are just a few ideas: Tournaments: Award TENNIS Magazine Gift Certificates to your tournament participants. Surprise them in their goodie bags, or promote the Gift Certificates at sign-up time. Lessons: To encourage players, from beginners to experts, offer TENNIS Magazine Gift Certificates when they sign up for lessons with you. Pro shop visits: Draw traffic to your pro shop with the offer of a TENNIS Magazine Gift Certificate for all who visit-or just for those who buy.

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Thank you's: Thank your best customers, playing partners or friends with a no-occasion Gift Certificate to TENNIS Magazine. There's no better reason than 'just because"!

For more information, please call (203) 373-7246 TENUSPTA0197

US PTA Ruth Ann Gardner, US PTA, was named head women's tennis coach at the Grand Canyon University in Phoenix. Gardner returns to the program she coached during the I 982-8 3 season, when the team finished with a 2 3-4 record and placed third nationally at the NAlA level. She was named the I 98 3 NAlA Coach of the Year.

Mike Casey, USPTA, is the new director of tennis at the Doral Golf Resort and Spa in Miami. Casey was the Pro of the Year in I 99 5 for the Coachella Valley section and Pro of the Year in I 99 3 for the San Diego Division of US PTA. Previously, Casey worked for six years at the La Quinta Resort and Club in California as the corporate and video school director. USPTA member Bob McNichols coached the Sarasota (Fla.) team in the Sarasota vs. Manatee Tennis Challenge at the University Park Country Club. The event featured the top players in both counties competing in 2I divisions from ages I 6 to 72 years. McNichols is the University Park head pro in Sarasota.

Dave Kozlowski, USPTA

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Master Professional and president of the USPTA Florida Division District 8, welcomed Joe Dinoffer, USPTA Master Professional, to the division's district meeting. Dinoffer, who is president of Oncourt Offcourt Inc. , addressed the group on innovative group lessons, and team coaching drills and exercises.

Mike Lange, USPTA, is the new manager of tennis at the RushCopley Healrhplex Fitness Center in AuroLange ra, Ill. The facility includes a firness/wellness center and eight indoor championship courts.

Darryl Cummings, USPTA, was awarded the College Coach of the Year distinction from the Mid-Atlantic Division. Cummings is the men's and women's head tennis coach at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va.

Richard G. Kaufman, US PTA, of New Paltz, N.Y , joined the USTA staff as director of officials earlier this year. Described as "one of the top chair umpires in the world," Kaufman chairs on average 250 matches a year, including the four Grand Slams. His primary focus at the USTA will be recruiting and

training new officials and enhancing the quality of officiating in the United States.

David A. Abrams, USPTA, the national coordinator for the USTA/ NJTL program smce I993, was Abrams named executive director for the USTA's Missouri Valley Tennis Association. He is the first African-American to become the executive director of one of the USTA's I7 sections.

Steve Gallagher, USPTA, has been named to the newly created position of director of tennis at Weymouth Club Gallagher (Mass .), the USTA's I995 "New England Tennis Organization of the Year." In I995 Gallagher was named USPTA's Illinois Pro of the Year.

USTA The United States Tennis Association Presidentelect Harry Marmion named Martina Navratilava U.S. Fed Cup captain for I997. She will replace Billie Jean King, who completed two years as Fed Cup captain last year. The United States will take on The Netherlands, March I-2 in Haarlem, in

the first round of the I 997 competition. Barrett Bugg of St. Louis has been hired as the USTA's exercise science specialist. Bugg will be in charge of exercise testing, evaluation and prescription for tennis players of all levels. His other major role is the education of coaches, athletes and parents. Bugg graduated from Arizona State University.

Associations The Club Managers Association of America has created a public site on the World Wide Web. The CMAA home page can be accessed at http:// www.cmaa.org. The home page contains information on educational and professional development opportunities, industryrelated publications, and vendor products and services. The United States Racquet Stringers Association will hold irs Certified Racquet Technician exam in 23 cities this year. The CRT test fee is $95 for USRSA members, $I75 for nonmembers. For more information, contact the USRSA at P.O. Box 40, Del Mar, CaliÂŁ 920I4 or (6I9) 48I3545.

Manufadurers Wilson Racquet Sports is offering a free product program: purchase a Wil-

____________;.n~ son Tennis Carnival TM kit before March 3 I and get two mr. peeWee racquets free. The kit includes a teaching tether, teaching tower, teaching cable, inflatable tennis targets, one set of teach feet, teaching tree and a video instruction manual. To order, call yo u r local Wilson representative or customer serv ice at (800) 272-6060. D esign Wear has developed a new Scrunch Visor TM with a soft midsize bill that provid es full SPF protection, and fits into the . smallest tennis bag. D esigned for both men and women, t he ultra-lightweight visor comes in

many different colors. It is priced $I3.9 5, and is machine washable with adjustable Velcro. To order: DesignWear, P.O. Box 4425, Littleton, Colo. 80I26 or (800) JOY-WEAR.

Miscellaneous Sybase Inc. debuted its Sybase Open tennis tournament web site located at http:// www.sybaseopen.com. The site features information on past winners, the his tory of the tournament, and biographies and statistics on all the world-class players who have participated. The

I 09-year-old tournament, which predates the French, Italian and Australian Opens, has always drawn stellar players. Tennis Show USA is the nation's n ewes t weekly tenn is show, wit h USPTA as t he only tennis-teaching organization featured in the show. The program includes tennis segments that appeal to all ages and levels of the game. It is hosted by Roscoe Tann er, and features USPTA pros Ken Kuperstein, Robin "Lefty" Willner and Wayne Ober. The show is syndicated in 250 markets nationwide. C heck your local listin gs or call (6I9) 346-0785 .

WANTED: YOUR USPTA LITTLE TENNIS TIPS AND UPDATES If you are running a USPTA Little Tennis™ program, or work with yo ung children, we want to know about it. And, we want to share it with th e rest of the US PTA membership. Please send your Littl e Tennis ™ tips and drills, along with reports of special events or programs yo u may be running, to the USPTA Sports Marketing D epartment USP~

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BUSINESS PROGRAMS Net Profit: The Business Program for Club Tennis Professionals by Dave Sivertson. 400 pages - guaranteed to make professionals more productive and profitable. $ 195. Call ( 512) 26 1-7775.

DRILLS The Private Lesson Drill Book. 50 different drill s for one- on-one situations. FREE sampl e. Call to leave address, (800) 569-4661. Do you want new and exciting clinic form ats and drills every week for the next 50 weeks ? FREE sa mpl e. Call to leave address, (800) 5 69-466 I.

EMPLOYMENT HOW TO GET A BETTER JOB Bob Larson's magazine, TENNIS EMPLOYMENT, lists alm ost 100 jobs eve ry month. Current issue $10. Bob Larson, PO. Box 24379H , Edina, MN 55424

EQUIPMENT DUBBER-BAND - Doubles teaching aid t hat attaches partners together at the net. Move together - the Dubber-Band remains attac hed. Move apart- the DubberBand detac hes. To order, send $29 .95 + $3 s/h (CA resid enrs add 7.75% tax) to: Dubber-Band, PO. Box 23005, Encinitas, CA 92023-0057.

SOFTWARE Unique Sports Software: IBMcompatibl e software for organ izing, scheduling and running tournaments, leagues, mi xers and team events. Special disco unts for USPTA members. Call (800) 2480527 or ( 501) 45 5-05 54 for a free

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VIDEOS NEW and ENTERTAINING VIDEOS perfect for both members and staff "Ball Machine Breakthrough" features a professional clown and dozens of exciting ball machine drills. Play it for yo ur members and watch your ball machin e rental income soar. "Instant Video" features unique and creative camera angles plus slow motion analytical footage from the U.S. Open. Perfec t for any pro usi ng or thinking about using vid eo replay. Both fast paced and profess ionally produced. Each video: 20 minutes. $22.50 + $4.50 s/ h. Special USPTA price for both: $36 plus $4.50 s/h. Oncourt Offcourt Inc. (800) 7527673 .

sential for improvement." This SOminute video is designed to help stud ents of all levels become more cons istent. Do you coac h adults or juniors who love to hit the ball hard but have trouble keeping the ball in the co urt? This video can hel p them. These new innovat ive techniques can help yo ur students hi t with the power th ey want and keep th e ball in play. A must-have for all professionals. Guaranteed sa tisfaction or your money back. Special USPTA price $29.95 plus s/h. Checks/ major credit cards. To m Avery's Totally Tennis, (800) 758-WINS (9467). Rates : $30 for 20 words, minimum per issue. 50 cents per word thereafter. Pay by

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