Tennis, Nov 7-9th

To All Our Tennis Friends:
Family Reach Foundation Fundraiser, see details attachedSaturday December 6th, 8pm-12am, Washington Township Tennis, NJI know December is 1 month away but I would like to urge you to support this event, whether it'd be 5 or 50 of you! Even though I am not the organizer, I would like to promote this cause.Knicks Tickets, Section 69, 2 seats @ $110 eachPick and choose from any of the 25 days available for sale. They must be purchased in pairs.Early Sign-UpsNow that the cold season is here, it's a good idea to sign up early for your desired start time as the first hour often books up quickly.

Private or Group LessonsIf you would like to work on your strokes, focusing on volley, forehand, backhand, etc., or wish to learn the doubles strategy, we have qualified and experienced instructors at very reasonable rates.THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULERSVP at least 1 day prior to the party day you are interested in, to guarantee your spot.PARTY COST $40, includes play, balls and hot buffetFriday, QUEST TENNIS, 7 PM - 11 PM10 Edison Road, Mahwah 07430, 5 INDOOR hard courtsNote, we will also start going to Tiger Tennis in West Caldwell on Friday Nov 28thSaturday, BINGHAMTON Racquet Club, 8 PM - 12 AM737 River Road, Edgewater, 07420, 9 INDOOR hard courtsSunday at QUEST TENNIS, 5 PM - 8 PM10 Edison Road, Mahwah 07430, 5 INDOOR hard courts

Advanced NoticeTo make the parties run smoothly and your games meet your expectation, as much as possible, please reserve a spot ahead of time, at least one day in advance. Last minute signers may not get their expected matches.CancellationI understand the need to cancel at times. I often explain to players why it is important to call and let me know if they do not plan on coming, as there are 3 players who wait for the fourth on the court. The notice would also allow the WAIT-LISTED players a chance to play. For the weekend parties, you MUST CALL giving a notice of 4-5 hours prior to the parties start time, to avoid a cancellation charge of $20 if the problem persists.GuidelinesJust a reminder, our parties provide a fun and relaxing atmosphere, where players can have friendly competition. We simply ask attendees to follow these guidelines:1. Introduce yourselves to the new players on the court. This will make for a more wholesome experience.2. Be cordial to your partners and opponents.3. Refrain from giving instructions to anyone on the court unless they request them.4. Do not gun for the person at the net with fast and hard hitting especially in mixed doubles.

LAST WEEK'S RECAPFridayNo party - Halloween night must have been too scary....
SaturdayA NYC newcomer joined us for the first time this week, speaking with a European accent. He said it's cosmopolitan but a player who just finished playing him jokingly said - Yes, cosmopolitan is NOT to be trusted. Who knows what trick shots he pulled on the court.
A 15-year-old who started playing tennis at a summer camp joined our group just last week, is back again this week and vouches to come weekly. So far he's enjoying it, as he easily transitions from ping pong to tennis and playing great tennis for someone who's been playing on only 4 months.

A Tappan newcomer found us online 4 weeks ago and has been coming weekly since. He must be enjoying the group for its fun and friendliness, aside from the wonderful tennis of course.
By accident 2 fathers who drop off their children at the same daycare were talking about their tennis-related ankle injury this summer. The Tennis Buffs regular mentioned us to the other. The policeman newcomer, our 2nd policeman in the group, is now a weekly regular since his injury healed in September.
SundayDuring breaks last week the players spent time watching sports on TV. This week some spent time talking about a wife's addiction to Dexter or a husband's to "24." Another strange habit of a wife is her inclination to cook only once a week.
We will be missing our British player this week as he will be in Frankfurt. Where is that pilot player when we need him?
Please call or email me to make reservations. The earlier you do, the more our parties will be successful.

Look forward to meeting new and old friends!
Penny JungEvent Coordinatorpenny@tennis-buffs.com

http://www.tennis-buffs.com/201-848-8855 Home/Office201-390-9933 Cell

Tennis, October 24-6th

To All Our Tennis Friends:
Sunday Indoor Parties Starting NowAs difficult as it is, we will accept the imminence of cold weather and go indoors to Quest starting this Sunday. I will certainly miss Packanack and look forward to being there again next summer!Early Sign-UpsIt was a pleasant surprise to see many regulars return this weekend. Now that the cold season is here, it's a good idea to sign up early for your desired start time as the first hour often books up quickly.
FundraiserThere is a fundraiser for an organization called the Family Reach Foundation on Saturday, December 6th at Washington Township. Please support it if you can, as it's for a good cause. For more information, see the attachment.
Friday October 31stSince there is not a big interest for a Halloween Tennis Party, we will have a regular Friday party on October 31st.THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULERSVP at least 1 day prior to the party day you are interested in, to guarantee your spot. Let me know if you are interested in lessons or drills.
PARTY COST $40, includes play, balls and hot buffetFriday, QUEST TENNIS, 7 PM - 11 PM10 Edison Road, Mahwah 07430, 5 INDOOR hard courtsNote, we will also start going to Tiger Tennis in West Caldwell on Friday Nov 28thSaturday, BINGHAMTON Racquet Club, 8 PM - 12 AM737 River Road, Edgewater, 07420, 9 INDOOR hard courtsSunday at QUEST TENNIS, 5 PM - 8 PM10 Edison Road, Mahwah 07430, 5 INDOOR hard courts
Advanced NoticeTo make the parties run smoothly and your games meet your expectation, as much as possible, please reserve a spot ahead of time, at least one day in advance. Last minute signers may not get their expected matches.CancellationI understand the need to cancel at times. I often explain to players why it is important to call and let me know if they do not plan on coming, as there are 3 players who wait for the fourth on the court. The notice would also allow the WAIT-LISTED players a chance to play. For the weekend parties, you MUST CALL giving a notice of 4-5 hours prior to the parties start time, to avoid a cancellation charge of $20 if the problem persists.GuidelinesJust a reminder, our parties provide a fun and relaxing atmosphere, where players can have friendly competition. We simply ask attendees to follow these guidelines:1. Introduce yourselves to the new players on the court. This will make for a more wholesome experience.2. Be cordial to your partners and opponents.3. Refrain from giving instructions to anyone on the court unless they request them.4. Do not gun for the person at the net with fast and hard hitting especially in mixed doubles.LAST WEEK'S RECAP
FridayThe after-party hangout doubled the size of last week's! Some interesting stories from a New Zealander and a Canadian, now permanent US residents, comparing notes about the colonization of their native land and the origin of their flag (Canadian Maple leaf, didn't hear what was said about New Zealand) ... Long Live the Queen! One is a formidable photographer, the other just an actuary (our 4th in the Tennis Buffs group. Note, there are only 17k actuaries in the US for a population of 300 million. Who would be crazy enough to sit through a series of tests, tougher and taking more years than the CPA and brokers Series 7 exams. At least that's the view of one actuary.) Other noble professions in the group include teachers, a geologist, a fitness instructor and a golf pro.
SaturdayA regular winter player returned for the first time this week, claiming he's ready for some tennis after his vacation to Copenhagen! At the end of the party he commented - Wow there are a lot of good players [his level] today. When do they usually come? My reply - That's just it. Since this summer starting in July, a lot of newcomers discovered our group. They have become part of the new REGULAR crowd for a Saturday night. [Many just graduated college and even higher ed. Others are from NYC or out-of-towners who recently moved to the area, finding us by word of mouth, newspapers and online ads.] It's good to see this regular happy to return.
SundayA few Saturday regulars crossed over to the Sunday party, challenging our British player and making him quite happy. After a month of continuous play, he is now Wimbledon Ready again!
One of the players is going to the Nationals in the USTA 8.0 League this November. Congratulations to her and many other Tennis Buffs that have also gone to the regionals and the sectionals.
Speaking of interesting professions, we have our first pilot player in the group. There was too much tennis playing going on, stopping me from being able to interview him. There's always another time....Please call or email me to make reservations. The earlier you do, the more our parties will be successful.
Look forward to meeting new and old friends!
Penny JungEvent Coordinatorpenny@tennis-buffs.comwww.tennis-buffs.com201-848-8855 Home/Office201-390-9933 Cell

Tennis Day Camp - Hoboken, NJ

Tennis Day Camp this Saturday Aug 2nd 8:30am
Stevens in Hoboken directly East up the 9th Street Hill
Spaces Available - Contact them directly to register
Steve Gachko, Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach
201-216-5694 (office)
201-407-8893 (athletic cell)
steve.gachko@stevens.eduMuch More Information Below - Support Your Local College Tennis TeamThe Reviews from Last Week's Tennis Day Camp were great LG - Hoboken - A great educational work out, I feel like I now have the confidence to play doubles with my friends. AM - I learned so much and made nice tennis friends too. RR - Had Fun and Meeting New Tennis partners in the area was great. TB - Nice coaches, I was very encouraged and supported
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Hoboken Tennis - We Hope Everyone is having a great Summer
Here is NEW info from Stevens Tech Tennis Programs
Please support our local Hoboken College Tennis Teams
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STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
ADULT TENNIS CAMP Summer 2008
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Stevens Adult Tennis Camp

One-day Adult Tennis Camps are offered on the following dates:

Saturday, July 26th (rain date is Sunday, July 27th)
Saturday, August 2nd (rain date is Sunday, August 3rd)

**Maximum enrollment is 24 adults…so register EARLY!!!

Sample Camp Itinerary
8:30am – 8:45am: Meet & Greet / Coffee & Bagels
8:45am – 9:00am: Evaluation / Warm-up
9:00am – 12:00pm: Drills, Drills, Drills!, Strategy sessions, video analysis
12:00pm – 1:30pm: Lunch in Hoboken
1:30pm – 3:30pm: More Drills, Davis Cup Competition, Match play, etc.
3:30pm: Dismissal

Items to Bring:
· Sunscreen, water bottle, towel, change of clothes, hat, sunglasses, and your racquet!

What you get out of this action-packed day…
· A fun, incredible workout!
· Meet new tennis players and friends!
· Over 5 hours of tennis instruction from top tennis coaches!
· Take your game to the next level!
· Play tennis on six brand-new “US Open” style tennis courts!

You get all of this for just...$150.00 per day
(Your enrollment fee helps support the Stevens Varsity tennis team!)

Please click on the link below to sign up and register!
Stevens Camp Application: http://www.stevensducks.com/info/summer/files/application07.pdf

Additional Services:
· Professional Racquet Stringing!
· Purchase tennis equipment and apparel at a discount!



Contact Information:
Steve Gachko, Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach
201-216-5694 (office)
201-407-8893 (athletic cell)
steve.gachko@stevens.edu




STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
SUMMER 2008 TENNIS PROGRAMS


NEW! --------- Singles Ladder Challenge -------- NEW!

Session II : June 29th – July 27th ------------------------------------------------------- Session III : July 27th – Aug. 31st

DETAILS: 2 Divisions (Gold Division – NTRP 4.0 +) (Silver Division – NTRP 2.5 – 3.5)
Each session includes a free evaluation session on the first Sunday of the month to determine placement!

PRIZES: Top Male / Female winners from each division receive choice of (2) free clinics OR (1) free private lesson!

COST: NOW ONLY $150 per session! (Court fees are waived for challenge matches!!) ______________________________________________________________

NEW! --------- “Shot of the Week” -------- NEW!

1st Tuesday of the month - FOREHAND groundstrokes
2nd Tuesday of the month - BACKHAND groundstrokes
3rd Tuesday of the month - VOLLEYS and OVERHEADS
4th Tuesday of the month - SERVES and RETURNS
Location: (set of two courts near Wesley J. Howe Center)
Tuesdays: 8:00pm – 9:00pm Cost: $40/class OR $30/class (if you sign up for 6 or more classes)


Sunday Doubles Round Robin -- Limited to 16 players each night…email to sign up!

DATE / TIME: Sunday evenings from 6pm - 7:30pm
WHERE: Stevens Tennis Courts (set of four courts near 9th St. entrance)
COST: $30 per person
LEVEL: Intermediates and Advanced (if you are unsure of your level, please contact me to discuss)


Stevens Adult Tennis Clinics: (Call or email to sign up! Only 12 spots available each night! Classes start on May 19! )

Mondays (Intermediate & Advanced) Wednesdays (Intermediate) Thursdays (Beginner & Intermediate)

Time: 8:00pm – 9:30pm Cost: $50/night OR $40/night (if you sign up for 6 or more classes)

Stevens Summer Tennis Court Membership: MEMBERSHIP RATES PRO-RATED FOR JULY!!!

Membership includes: Unlimited play from July 1st – Aug. 31st, Monday – Thursday 8am – 9pm, Fri, Sat & Sun 8am – 7pm
Individual Membership: $200 (Hoboken residents) / $250 (Non-Hoboken residents)
Family Membership: $350 (Hoboken residents) / $400 (Non-Hoboken residents)
Week Pass (for guests) $50 (please email me for guest pass) / Hourly rate: $40/hr.

Tennis Lessons: Private: $100 / hr / 2 people: $120 / hr / 3 people: $150 / hr / 4 people: $160 / hr

Stevens Junior Tennis Camp Brochure: http://www.stevensducks.com/assets/summer/2008%20Stevens%20Junior%20Tennis%20Camp.pdf
Stevens Camp / Membership Application: http://www.stevensducks.com/info/summer/files/application07.pdf

Additional Services: Professional racquet stringing, tennis apparel, and equipment available!!

For more information, contact: Steve Gachko, Head Tennis Coach
Email: steve.gachko@stevens.edu --- Office: 201.216.5694 ---- Mobile: 201.407.8893

Hoboken Indoor Tennis 2008

HAPPY HOLIDAYS & HAPPY NEW YEARS
- Get Ready for our Hoboken Tennis Kickoff April 2008 -

WINTER INDOOR TENNIS

Hoboken Tennis Club members are playing indoors for the winter.

We have been offered a very unique invitation
Our Great Tennis Community Friends at
SAINT PETERS COLLEGE in Jersey City
have always tried to include us for nice events at their indoor tennis courts. We so few tennis courts in our area and even fewer indoors, this is very generous of the Saint Peters coaching staff, as part of the college community outreach.

3 Hours of Indoor Tennis
$20 donation Indoor Mixed Doubles -
10:30am to 1:30pm - Weekends

Standard Mixed Doubles Rotation, with time on and off the court during the 3 hours.
All proceeds will support the Womens and Mens Tennis Team Programs
* You will have to wear warmup suits, since The St Peters tennis bubble is not heated


For more information
COACH Mike Scolamieri
201-761-7328
MScolamieri@spc.edu

We strongly recommend you call to discuss before you go.