Important Wackerly Street Construction Update!

Starting Monday June 8 paving work will begin and Wackerly Street will be reduced to one lane with flag control. Expect Delays! Leave extra time to get to the tennis center. Lane closures are expected all week and early into the following week.

Midland Dow Battles For 2nd Place

Advancing to the title round in five of eight flights in the Girls’ Division I State Tennis finals, Midland Dow scored 28 points to finish behind 2015 champions Northville with 32 points. Winning the team’s sole state championship were Afua Ofori-Darko and Kamryn Matthews at #1 doubles.

It was the highest finish for the Dow High girls since finishing runner-up Ann Arbor Pioneer in 2010. Midland finalists included Jessica Brown at #2 singles, Elaina Parrillo at #3 singles, Hadley Camp, # 4 singles, and Nicole Dobrzelewski and Kelly Livingston at #2 doubles.

Players on the team train here in the TTP--Tournament Training Program-- headed by Steve Host, PTR, and lead TTP Pro Michael “Alabama” Thompson, PTR. Since 2009, Dow High has won five boys state titles and one girls’ championship.

U.S. Open Dream Chasers

Midland’s Austin Woody, four-time state high school champion and current Northwood University tennis star is the 8th seed in the U.S. Open Sectional (Midwest) Playoffs here June 13-16.

Teenager Olyvia Jones, Midland, is the 3rd seed on the women’s side. Both are playing singles and doubles. Sara Daavettila # 1 singles seed, Williamston. MI., teams up with Jones in the doubles. Woody’s doubles mate is Ryan Varilek, Tennis Center teaching pro.

The draw of 74 players includes competition in Men’s & Women’s Singles, and Men’s & Women’s & Mixed Doubles. Players are competing for a spot in the U.S. Open August 31-September 13 in New York.

Cindy Vickery is tournament director. Viewing is free. Play begins at 9 am Saturday and Sunday, Monday and Tuesday TBD.

Would You Believe A “Gram Slam” June 16-19?

Well now we know where Woody Wonka gets all those bright idea light bulbs that grow the Tennis Center.

From his Mom Carol!

With an assist from The Good Son, Mom is hosting a Gram Slam Tennis Camp for 3.0-4.0 women, 55 & over in search of an Excellent Tennis Adventure. Meet new people, make new friends, with a different taste of tennis every day—instruction, social and competitive play.

You’re still swinging after all these years so sign up for fun “dubs” on the run, mixers (shaken not stirred), and teaching tips to boost the sizzle in your game. Mike Woody will be courtside with a selected cast of pros make your Gram Slam memorable.

Lodging and breakfast arrangements for out of town players are available. For details and registration, please click to flyer.

New? We Want You!

Newcomers who join the Tennis Center June 15-July 6, will receive $100 in coupons for court use, tennis classes, pro shop stuff and more--$50 for juniors. Recruit new faces for an Excellent Tennis Adventure, and accept their appreciation for a new life at the speed of tennis! Sign up with Cary Dardas, membership director (989) 631-6151, or email new names to cdardas@midlandtennis.com. And thank you.

Perfect Parents’ Time Out

Drop off kids & teens for summer camps, June 15-September 4, all ages/ levels welcome, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with supervised before/ after care, 7:30-9 a.m. and 4-5:30 p.m. It’s the perfect time out for busy parents to revisit the “To Do List,” or catch up on fitness, or shop ‘till you drop—we got you covered! For more, go online or call 631-6151 or call 631--6151

The Break Up

They played together for nearly 20 years, creating a bond of friendship and winning tennis. They competed with fire in the eye, playing to win every time they stepped on the court.

In matching outfits, they were the perfect, “alpha” doubles team, contending with intensity, attitude and tactical smarts. They won the Tuesday League numerous times, and went to three state finals. In 2011 they played on our USTA Women’s 3.5 Travel Team that finished 3rd in the nation.

A family job transfer will take Bev Biltz to Texas. “She’s been a very special player and friend. It’s been a fantastic ride. I’m so grateful we found each other,” said partner Connie Nicholson.

Seasonal Courts

The gang that plays together stays together. It’s all good for your gang when you have seasonal court time. Call Pesi at 631-6151 or email: Kennett@midlandtennis.com.

Say Yes To Clay

The clay courts are open for walk on or reserved play at $10 per hour (members). Please consider sweeping the courts the last 2-3 minutes of your time for the next players up. And thank you.

“Head” For The Winner’s Circle

Head racquets take center stage June 6, 1-3 p.m. for a free Racquet Demo Day. Test drive the latest Head Frame Technology. Yes, you may purchase racquets that day at discounts with free stringing.

Pig & Pit Tournament & BBQ

This state-wide, member organized event is a premier outing, July 25-26, featuring dueling fire pits, a two day tournament with divisions of play for every skill, and a fabulous BBQ with impressive “fixins’ for every taste, plus music and socializing on The Terrace or under the Pavilion. Sign up for this Tennis & Grand Dining Spectacular. Just In---A new division of play will be 8.5 Mixed Doubles where pros play in…Excellent!

To register for two days of special adult entertainment and sport, click for entry form or call Tennis Center, (989) 631-6151.

Summer Leagues

Outdoor league action starts June 15-September 23, featuring 12 formats for every level, and unique socializing on The Terrace or under the Pavilion. Receive 10% discount if you play more than one league. Yes, we can help you find or form a new league for any gang of 8-plus. Call Cary Dardas, League Director, 631-6151 or email: cdardas@midlandtennis.com