DCTC: “Just Say Slice”

It’s been awhile since we’ve seen a one-hand backhand slice and top spin coupled to terrific wheels, accessorized with a bigger than average serve and nasty outside/inside out forehand.

But that’s what German Tatjana Maria, seeded #6, brought to winning the Dow Corning Tennis Classic, stopping American Louisa Chirico cold, 6-2, 6-1 for the singles championship.

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Career Boost

Go directly to promotion after you take the boss to court for an Excellent Tennis Adventure. He’ll love playing tennis. And suddenly appreciate your suave management style for introducing her/him to the Great Game.

Give us a little notice and we’ll pop on court for a few free tips for the boss. Accepting new memberships—call Director Cary Dardas, 631-6151 or email: cdardas@midlandtennis.com.

Drop Shot Or Not

Why don’t members use it more?

It’s like we’re embarrassed it works 80% of the time. Look, the next time you play, hit 10 drop shots in the first three games. Then you can shout, “Hey Bob, where you goin’, we just got started!”

League Links

Call Cary (989) 631-6151

Don’t be feeling lonely, we can hook you up with a league, or jump start a league for eight of your rowdy friends, or form a league for co-workers, or your favorite club or organization.

But wait, there’s more!

We offer 18 different league formats for every level and combination, but we’re open to your ideas. How about leagues by location or interest?

Examples:
* Trigonometric Functions League—math guys from the office
* Chemical Reactions League—employees from our two world-wide corporations
* Stand Up League—for the comic in you, “What’s Up Tennis Town USA?”
* Thumbs Up League—commuters looking for “love”
* Docs R Us League—just say it’s a virus

Call for Spring Leagues April 7-June 4, Cary Dardas, 631-6151 or email cdardas@midlandtennis.com to sign up for a League or hook up with one.

Asics Actually

Shoe manufacturer Asics is making a racquet with the BZ-100 and 109 frames for members who want controlled power with a taste of touch and spin.

See Sal Host, Advantage-Pro Shop Mgr.

The Fixer

Stroke of the Week with all the ‘fixins’ is where you’ll find Terry “Smooth Operator” Hicks, USPTA/PTR , Tuesdays, 11 a.m. and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Take an hour to fine tune, tweak or reassemble the stroke that’s driving you loony.

Call 631-6151, or email: hicks@midlandtennis.com

10-Under Tennis

Our 10-Under Tennis is good for your child’s confidence, better for growing his independence, and relating to others. It’s also a fun path to mastery of athletic and mental skills.

Play as kid! Play for life! For 10-Under Tennis, call (989) 631-6151 or go online: www.midlandtennis.com Classic guitarist turned tennis pro John Telfer directs beginner/intermediate. Jared Flick coaches high performance 10’s.

James Scott Connors On Connors

Connors on Rafa Nadal: “He plays like he’s broke.”
Connors on wild crowd at his 1991 US Open run: “Well I guess this is what they came for…”
Connors on Connors: “Pressure is opportunity!”

We Do It All For You & Your Gang

Choice courts every time at the right time with tennis balls, plus finding subs--call Pesi Kennett for seasonal court arrangements—(989) 631-6151 or email: kennett@midlandtennis.com .Ask about seasonal courts for juniors.

Cleland Named PTR Tester Of The Year

Hilton Head Island, SC—Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will present its annual awards at the 2015 PTR International Symposium February 19-22.

That’s where GMTC Tennis Director Sharon Cleland will receive the PTR Tester of the Year recognition. The Professional Tennis Registry is an international organization of 15,000 pros representing more than 125 countries. The majority of GMTC pros are PTR certified.

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Spread The Word……

Another free adult tennis week for newcomers, starters and returnees to the game is set February 16-22 with Play Tennis Fast classes offered day and evening, plus pros teaching everyone to play in one hour--guaranteed!

A Cardio Tennis workout is included. Give someone special an Excellent Tennis Adventure. Just call 631-6151. For more, including two special offers check out the flyer.