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Court Etiquette

Just a reminder, our parties provide a fun and relaxing atmosphere, where players can have friendly competition. We simply ask attendees to follow these guidelines:

1. Introduce yourself to the new players on the court. This will make for a more wholesome experience.

2. Be cordial to your partners and opponents.

3. Refrain from giving instructions to anyone on the court unless they request them.

4. Do not gun for the person at the net with fast and hard hitting especially in mixed doubles.

5. Kindly pick up the balls for the server. It saves time and is just good etiquette.

6. When yo leave the court, please find the 3 balls you played with and leave them for the next group of players.

7. Do not call a ball out when you or your partner are unsure about a line call. It is unsportsmanlike and can stir unpleasant reactions.
Check USTA or other tennis websites for the official rules.

8. If you are scheduled to play the next hour, do not take more than a 10-minute break. There are players who play only 2 hours and could use the complete playtime.

Archive for November, 2012

LAST WEEK’S RECAP | Nov 19 – 25, 2012

LAST WEEK’S RECAP | Nov 19 – 25, 2012

A couple of regulars were away last week and wished me Happy Thanksgiving from far, far away: “Hello from Bangalore, India …. Happy Thanksgiving!” – DH, a regular from Randolph & “Hello from Bali, Indonesia …. Happy Thanksgiving!” – KY, a regular from Englewood. A regular from NYC sums up Thanksgiving…

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LAST WEEK’S RECAP | Nov 12 – 18, 2012

LAST WEEK’S RECAP | Nov 12 – 18, 2012

I’ve always admired old-style tennis, the classic serve and volley, which we rarely see nowadays. In addition, the holding of 2 balls in 1 hand while serving never ceases to amaze me. A couple of weeks ago at Washington Township, a player did just that and has been doing it since 1958! I just love to watch him play…

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LAST WEEK’S RECAP | Nov 5 – 11, 2012

LAST WEEK’S RECAP | Nov 5 – 11, 2012

It was like a Packanack reunion. Sunday players this week consisted of the core group from the outdoor Packanack Sunday parties. They also went out afterwards to a local restaurant to bid farewell to another player. We wish her the best and hope to keep in touch! I hope to see more/other players at the Sunday parties…

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LAST WEEK’S RECAP | Oct 29 – Nov 4, 2012

LAST WEEK’S RECAP | Oct 29 – Nov 4, 2012

Amidst the chaos – the hurricane aftermath and the gas shortage – emerged some goodness. There are many stories to be told. Here are a few of good semaritans and a few of good humor…

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