Andy Murray continues to work his way back onto the tour after missing nearly a year with a hip injury. The Briton sought a wildcard entry into the Eastbourne International as he gets himself ready for Wimbledon. “I’m looking forward to getting some more time on the grass courts at Eastbourne,” said Murray….
For the first time in World TeamTennis’ 43-season history, every WTT match will be available to watch as the league has announced a new streaming platform: WTT.tv presented by Geico. With 43 matches over 22 days in six team markets, the 2018 WTT.tv schedule will include more than 100 hours of digital broadcast programming…
On Thursday, the USTA announced a new change in rules for the U.S. Open ballpersons, who will now roll the ball from point-to-point as opposed to throwing between positions. Rolling the balls when changing positions is traditionally the way it is done at the other Grand Slams. “By rolling between positions, we are putting…
As one may know, tennis applies constant side to side movements and quick changes of direction. Tennis shoes play an important role in preventing injuries and allowing one to move better on different tennis court surfaces. One way to prevent unnecessary tennis injuries is by wearing adequate tennis shoes for each court surface, something often…
On Tuesday, the New York Empire presented by Citi announced a multi-year partnership with Empire BlueCross BlueShield HealthPlus, an Anthem, Inc. company, that will help spread the game of tennis to children of all socioeconomic backgrounds and skill levels. To promote exercise and encourage healthy behaviors, the New York Empire and Empire BlueCross BlueShield…
Think back to the last Grand Slam final you saw … the winner and runner-up always raise the microphone and shout out to their team, thanking them for their unwavering support. In order for any athlete to reach the highest level of performance, there are underlying principals which can serve as a guide to the…
In the summer, people from across Long Island and New York City flock to the Hamptons, to enjoy the sun, while sitting by the pool or ocean, and taking part in an array of outdoor activities. Each town in the Hamptons has its own unique feel, with a variety of activities available from simply going…
A week before the best wheelchair tennis players competed in the annual Jana Hunsaker Memorial Tournament at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, some of the tournament’s participants took part in a Wheelchair Tennis Exhibition at Old Westbury Golf and Country Club. The event gave the club’s members and their children and…
June of 2018 marks seven years since ClubCorp, “The world leader of Private Country Clubs,” purchased the Hamlet Golf and Country Club in Commack, N.Y. and immediately began a multi-million dollar renovation, including improvements to the clubhouse, golf course, fitness center, pool area and tennis courts. Renovations to the Club’s bar, dining area and…
Competitive players often find that they cannot maintain consistent play, focus and a strong positive attitude during matches. Let’s consider a “Competitive Player” as one who, at any level, plays matches that are important to them. We would expect a higher-level player to be more evolved and a less-experienced player to be less-evolved, but…