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CLUB NEWS
SRC Winter Classic Tournament Results
Thank you to the 86 players who participated in SRC's 2nd Annual Winter Classic Tennis Tournament. It was the perfect weekend for tennis and some of the finest matches we have seen in a while. All matches were very competitive and hard fought. We appreciate everyone's patience and willingness to continue into the wee hours of the night, then return the following day to do it all over again. Please click here to view the results.
Gonzaga Tennis Home Game Schedule
 Click here for GU's schedule of matches at SRC. Come and watch great men's and women's college tennis! You can also visit our website calendar for current events from juniors to adults.
Guest Player Cards for USTA Teams
 USTA Captains can purchase these cards at the Front Desk. Distribute to non-members who might want to practice with fellow teammates. Cost is $45 and expires June 30, 2012. Member must be present with guest.
USTA Teams Forming for Adult League
 Check out the sign-up sheets for your level of play by the Front Desk Bulletin Boards. Each team needs at least 8 players signed up to be scheduled their matches. Levels of play: 2.5 through 4.5. Team matches are played from February 3rd - May 5th. Sign up soon!
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WELCOMEOur Mission Statement:
"The Spokane Racquet Club is dedicated to providing the finest tennis facility,
offering quality programs for all ages and levels of ability,
and promoting the game of tennis in our region."
Nestled on Spokane’s South Hill, members can enjoy playing tennis in quiet seclusion while still remaining only a short drive from the convenience of the Downtown metropolitan area. Adults and children alike are assured to find a lesson, clinic or something playful just for them in an environment tailored for the whole family.
Established in 1961, the Spokane Racquet Club has been providing quality services for nearly 50 years. Click here for a history of SRC. The club is entirely membership-owned, insuring that your tennis needs remain the top priority. Our staff is here to help you, and a crew of teaching professionals are on call to see to it that you can get a lesson on a schedule that works for you.
The current facilities include four hard surface indoor courts as well as three outdoor hard surface courts. There are another three courts in addition to those, as Spokane Racquet Club is the home of the Spokane area’s only championship clay courts! Members are also invited to make use of our outdoor pool and the free Wi-Fi internet connection available anywhere on the grounds. All of this and more combines to make Spokane Racquet Club one of the most enjoyable tennis experiences around.
To schedule a visit or to speak to one of our tennis Pros, please call:
509-535-1239
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| PRO TIP OF THE MONTH |
The Server and Returner
It’s that time of year… time to start thinking about USTA. As February 3rd quickly approaches, players only have one month left to practice and get ready for the upcoming season. With most of you playing doubles, I thought this would be a great time to look at two of the four positions in doubles and some specific tips to help you in your preparation. Just as a reminder, the FOUR positions are 1) the Server, 2) the Server’s Partner, 3) the Returner and 4) the Returner’s Partner. Please keep in mind these tips will depend on whether you are right or left-handed and your level of play. This month we will look at the Server and the Returner.
THE SERVER:
Tip #1: Serve up the middle to the receiver’s backhand. Most people prefer their forehand and it is very difficult to hit and inside-out backhand cross court.
Tip #2: Use a heavy slice that curves towards the center mark or “T.” This ball will then curve behind or to-wards the receiver’s partner (depending on their position) making it difficult for the returner to see all of the court, which will allow the server and their partner to anticipate the ball being returned.
Tip #3: Use a high kick or an out-wide serve to the receiver’s backhand. As mentioned before, most players favor their forehand. It is especially difficult to hit a high one-handed backhand and to generate the power or topspin needed for a successful return.
Tip #4: Serve-and-volley. This is still one of the best tactics in doubles. If you can place your serve and hit with power, you should follow your serve in. With your partner already at net, and most points in doubles won at the net, why not BE AGGRESSIVE and have both of you at the net!
Tip #5: Jam the tall players. By jamming or hitting a ball at your opponent, you have added an element of surprise as most returners anticipate a corner placed serve. The taller the player, the more space they need to create for a normal swing.
THE RETURNER:
Tip #1: If the server stays back, hit a high, deep topspin shot to the backhand then follow it in.
Tip #2: If the server comes in and the server’s partner is aggressive, try one of the following: short and wide (pulling the server off the court), down the center (splitting the players), lobbing over the servers partner pulling them off the net, or down the alley if the server’s partner is poaching or straight at their hip if they choose to stay.
Tip #3: Deliver a mixture of shots. This will prevent your opponents from anticipating the same type of shot and keep them on their toes.
Tip #4: If the server’s partner is not being aggressive and poaching slower paced shots down the middle, then hit a deep faster paced ball allowing less time for the server to react and it gives them less angle to work with.
Tip #5: Favor your stronger side by standing way over towards your weaker side. This will dare most servers to go for a smaller opening or to try and hit a harder than normal serve.
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