MCTC juniors Colin Angell & Michael Szabo repeated high school individual state championships in their Division II flights.
Colin Angell won the # 2 singles crown, stopping Ben Orwin, Portage Central, 6-3, 6-4. Michael Szabo at # 3 singles defeated Justin Minzlaff, Grand Rapids Forest Hills Northern, 6-4, 6-1.
Szabo went undefeated for the season 37-0. This was his third state title. Dow’s # 1 doubles team of Cole Williamson and Daniel Magno were finalists.
Division II Dow High tied for 3rd place. Division I Midland High finished 15th. Forest Hill Central won the Division II team title. Rosters of both high school teams are primarily juniors in our TTP—Tournament Training Program, Steve Host Director.
Dow High Team in their custom sweatshirts from Advantage-Pro Shop!
Give “The Gift” Free Tennis Week
Send your friends to our Free Adult Tennis Week for newcomers, October 20-26, featuring popular Play Tennis Fast Classes, day and evening. Learn to play in one hour—guaranteed! Of course, you can play all the free classes you wish!
A special 3-week class follows with lessons and a tennis racquet for only $45. Call 631-6151 or go online for more; www.midlandtennis.com
New Racquet Demo Guidelines
Members are encouraged to sign out demo racquets. We went to the industry for the best guidelines for this service—Sal Host Pro Shop Manager.
Newcomers may purchase half off adult memberships through the end of the year. Sign up at Welcome Center, 631-6151 or go online: www.midlandtennis.com or contact Membership Director Cary Dardas-email: cdardas@midlandtennis.com.
Ask Dr. Mike!
He gives you the diagnosis and remedy for all manner of tennis dilemmas.
That swing music and laughter you hear means your perfectly normal child is learning to become a tennis player---Oh my! For more on your child’s Excellent Tennis Adventure, call 631-6151 or go online: www.midlandtennis.com
Let Us Entertain You!
Your pro tennis box seats include exceptional dining in the Grand Slam Patrons’ Lounge. The region’s finest restaurants serve up tasty food fare to make your international tennis night on the town a big success.
Seasonal courts are the smart way to play. Call Pesi: 631-6151 or email: Kennett@midlandtennis.com. Leagues are a top competitive venue to test your game. For everything you need to know, please call Cary Dardas, director at 631-6151 or email: cdardas@midlandtennis.com Winter Leagues December 1-March 27.
Tennis Will Change Your Mind
Tennis at the speed of life means you’re living longer, healthier, more optimistic and positive years, with less anxiety, tension, doubt or depression.
In other words, tennis is as much a mind changer as game changer.
Great Dates
October 20-26, Free Tennis Week for new faces, day/nt classes galore
October 24-26, Women’s GLIAC Championships, go SVSU & Northwood
November 1, Boo On You Adult Halloween Caper,7-9 pm costumes/prizes
November 1, Tennis Whizz Halloween Party, 4-6 pm
November 1, 10 & Under Halloween Party, 4-6 pm
November 2, Midwest B/G 10’s orange/green ball tourney
November 4, No School Pizza Day for 10 & Under, 9 am - 4 pm
November 4, Middle School Grand Prix, 10-12 noon
November 4, Challenge Ladder Tournament, 12:30-3 pm
November 8, Kids Club, 3-4 pm
November 8-10, Midwest Girls 14 Fall Closed Championships
November 15, Free Head Racquet Demo Day, 1-2:30 pm
November 15-16, Midwest Boys 18 East Championships
December 5-7, Midwest Holiday Classic, B/G (18-12)
Your bi-weekly guide for tennis to taste, Slice is published by Mike Woody, Executive Director, written by John Krafft and designed by Cindy Vickery. Any questions call us at 989-631-6151.
