WOW! What a day on the court!

So today was kind of strange!  Not a lot of TEAM today!  However we came up with a much needed  VICTORY!  I should put  it into context so here it goes.  We won 2 out of three matches today, and we won the match 4-1.  TRC defaulted #2 singles and the #3 doubles so the players that were there could play for them and not sit someone.  I think...

The strange part about it was that Team WHOOPassium never really got together prior to the match due to the very active TRC.  

Before I get to the results, I would like to add the quote of the day.  Taylor Green, before the match started and in warmup said, "Can you get tennis elbow from riding a bike?"   So the photo doesn't really match tennis elbow, but some of you might understand how nervous I get before a match!

If there are any quotes that could be added from today or at any time that you have a memorable tennis quote please pass it along.  I will add it so we all can have a good " DID  they really say that?"

Results:
John L. lost at # 1 Single 6-4, 6-2
Mike P. won default

Frank W. and Dave B. won 6-3, 6-3
Taylor G. and Ray L. won 7-6, 7-6
Ed K. and Mike D. won default

The TRC team was fully of 20 somethings and we took it to them!!

John said after his match that he probably would split 10 matches with his guy.

Dave and Frank just rolled I guess.

Ray and Taylor survived, but played well.  Taylor is currently in traction.  He started in pain and worked to it  another level.

Welcome any comments or additions!

Three Serves....

Three different styles, three different serves. Since most of us generally play more doubles than singles, the serve needs to be consistent and placed well. I would say these three serves are effective. The top and middle photos show serves that are placed very well. Most of the time the serves are to the opponents weaker side. The bottom picture shows a serve that allows the server to attack the net by hitting the ball in front of the baseline. But is the ball ever going to come back down(kidding)?

I think these are good examples of serves that work for the game of doubles. Double faults are a no-no. And being able to get to net quickly for that first volley. Placement of the serve to allow your partner to be aggressive at net to pick off a few easy points. Pace is not always needed. When you are out playing see who is holding serve the most. It probably will surprise you. Holding serve in doubles is a combo of a consistent serve and great net play.

Please if you have comments or want to add something please do!!

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