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8-30-2010

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Please contact Ted Dansby at 615-848-0373. PLEASE!!!!!!!

And on a happier note, for Information and Entries to the MTA Tennis Tournament click here    MTA

8-18-2010

It's tournament time again as the Murfreesboro City Tennis Tournament is scheduled at Old fort Park Tennis Courts, September 18 2010 through September 21,  2010 . Click here for a tournament entry.

 

8-5-2010

A new Monday night session will begin on August 23 through September 27, 2010, starting at 7 PM. Four person team format playing doubles, singles and mixed doubles. Contact Roland for information (615) 995-4057      end_of_the_skype_highlighting, or email at rolandmm56@aol.com.

 

5-10-2010

REMINDERS!!!!

Before we get started on the tennis reminders, we want to let you know about the following event being held in honor of Pat Peay, a teacher at Siegel Middle School, who desperately needs to find a bone marrow donor match. 
 
Blood Drive and Bone Marrow Search
Thursday, May 13th
1 - 6 p.m.
Siegel Middle - gym
No appointment needed for bone marrow cheek swab
Register to donate blood at  www.redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: siegelmid) 
 
Please mark your calendars to attend this very important event, and add Mrs. Peay to your prayer list!
 
Volunteers Needed for Spring Fling
The MTA is still seeking people who can donate a few hours during the last week of May for the tennis portion of Spring Fling, the high school state championships being held here at Old Fort Park.  There are matches on Tuesday through Friday, May 25th - 28th beginning at 9 a.m.  Anyone volunteering will receive a t-shirt which can be used as a ticket into all Spring Fling events all week.  If interested, please contact Julie Wishing atajwishing@comcast.net. 
 
MTA Thursday Night Mixed Doubles
Our Mixed Doubles League still needs players, and has moved the league start date to this week, Thursday, May 13th.  Matches will be played at Old Fort Park with a start time of 6:30 or 8:00 p.m..  Your particular start time will vary from week to week so that no one is forced to play early or late every week.  Sessions will run from 6 - 8 weeks, depending on the number of players. Everyone will be required to complete and turn in a current release form to MTA. 

The cost of the league is $5.00 per person.  This money is used to purchase prizes for the top two teams in each division.  If you would like to play, please contact Ryan Watson via email at ryan.watson@allstate.com  or by phone at 615-542-5302 with the following information for both you and your partner.

  1. Your Names
  2. Your NTRP Ratings (if known)
  3. Your Best Contact Phone Numbers
  4. Your Email Addresses

 

If you do not have a partner and are interested in playing, we will try to find one for you.  Ryan is also taking names to compile a sub list.  Please send Ryan the same information listed above if you would like to sub.

USTA Junior Team Tennis - deadline extended to 5/17 and days changed to Mon./Thurs. 
 Level:  All levels of play -- beginner to advanced
Cost:  $25 registration through the USTA
Dates:  Beginning May 18th, 6 - 8 week session
JTT Kick-off Jamboree:  Monday 5/17
 Clinic Days:  Mondays and Thursdays (match play will be one of these 2 days with optional clinic on the opposite day)
USTA membership required
Teams:  minimum 3 - 4 boys and 3 - 4 girls
Format:  combination of singles, doubles, mixed doubles

Each team will need a parent captain and/or manager.  The duties will include light administrative work and communicating with the team about matches and practices.  MTA will hold a parent captain/manager meeting on May 18th to inform all parents on how to successfully manage their teams.   

Junior Team Tennis Age Requirements
August 31, 2010 is the cut-off date for age requirements to play in a certain division.  For example, to play in the 14 & under division you must be 14 through August 31, 2010.  If your birthday is August 11th and you will turn 15 then you will have to play in the 18 & under division.  The 12-18 age divisions can qualify to go to the Tennessee State Tournament in Chattanooga from July 30-August 1 (this is optional).

Divisions:
18 & under: advanced (ranking in the top 300 of USTA Southerns)
18 & under: beginner & intermediate

14 & under: advanced (ranking in the top 300 of USTA Southerns) 
14 & under: beginner & intermediate

12 & under: advanced (ranking in the top 300 of USTA Southerns)
12 & under: beginner & intermediate
10 & under and 8 & under will play quick start format and have a local tournament held at end of the 6-8 week session.

 Commitment forms and more information can be found at www.murfreesborotennis.com   under the heading Junior Tennis.  The MTA will assemble the teams based on the commitment forms received by May 11th.  A schedule of matches will be coordinated through MTA and will be scheduled starting the week of May 18th.  If there is a conflict in scheduling due to vacations, the team captains can agree on a different date to complete the match. 

Junior Team Tennis Clinics
MTA will offer clinics on Mondays and Thursdays beginning May 18th for all players and teams.  Visitwww.murfreesborotennis.com for clinic information.  For questions, please call Julie Wishing at 615-293-6543 or email her at ajwishing@comcast.net.

 

USTA Mixed Doubles

The USTA Mixed Doubles League for adults, seniors, and super seniors is now open for registration onwww.tennislink.com.  The cost of the league will be $23 per player, including the tennislink fee, and USTA membership is required to participate.  May 26th is the legal team registration deadline, with a player add-on deadline of July 5th.  Anyone interested in playing USTA Mixed Doubles or being a captain, please contact USTA Local League Coordinator, Jane Moore at jlmoore253@comcast.net.

 

USTA Tri-Level Tennis League

Registration is now open for USTA Tri-Level Tennis League for adults and seniors in Murfreesboro.  The season will run between 5/25 and 7/25/10 with play on either Tuesday nights at 6 p.m. or Wednesday mornings at 9 a.m.  Teams of up to 14 players will be fielded, and minimum legal teams must be formed by 5/18 with a deadline of 7/10 to complete the teams on USTA Tennislink.
 
Tri-level leagues were first offered by the USTA in 2007, and are spreading across the country.  Match play consists of 3 courts of doubles, with each court consisting of 2 players of the same NTRP level, and all three courts being a different level.  Each team is made up of players of three different but consecutive NTRP levels.  The concept facilitates team play for higher levels of players who often have difficulty finding enough players to make a team. The options are:
Tri-Level Adult Teams (19 yrs. and older, all men or all women)
2.5, 3.0, 3.5
3.0, 3.5, 4.0
 
Tri-Level Senior Teams (50 yrs. and older, all men or all women)
2.5, 3.0, 3.5
3.0, 3.5, 4.0

 
Senior Women, Adult Mixed, Senior Mixed, and Super Senior teams are especially needed at this time.  Anyone interested in playing Tri-level or being a captain, please contact USTA Local League Coordinator, Jane Moore at jlmoore253@comcast.net.  If you are thinking about forming a team, or are in the process of forming a team, please make sure you are in touch with Jane. 

 

5-9-2010

Happy Mother's Day!!!

Registration Deadline extended to Wednesday May 12th in Memphis, Nashville and Murfreesboro Markets

Due to widespread flooding in the state of Tennessee, Registration has been extended through May 12th for Adult Singles and Doubles Leagues in these playing areas.

The Late Spring Season now runs May 15th - June 28th

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  • It's All Online - From Registration To Schedules, To Player Stats
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5-2-2010

Spring Clinics for Juniors
The second session of spring tennis clinics for juniors is starting next week at MTSU!  These clinics will be run by Alison Ojeda and Melissa Schaub of MTSU Blue Raider Tennis.

The clinics will be divided into QuickStart groups for ages 5 -10 and 
Tournament groups for ages 11-18.  Below is a schedule and sign-up sheet (See 4-17-2010 info below)  The second session begins on May 3rd and runs through May 26th.  If you are interested, please email Alison at aojeda@mtsu.edu as soon as possible.
 
Volunteers Needed for Spring Fling
The MTA is seeking people who can donate a few hours during the last week of May for the tennis portion of Spring Fling, the high school state championships being held here at Old Fort Park.  There are matches on Tuesday through Friday, May 25th - 28th beginning at 9 a.m.  Anyone volunteering will receive a t-shirt which can be used as a ticket into all Spring Fling events all week.  If interested, please contact Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net. 
 
Join or Renew Your MTA Membership
If you have not joined or renewed your membership for 2010, the MTA will be taking your memberships at several tennis events and leagues this spring.  If you aren't sure if you've renewed or not, please contact Sandy Neal atbillneal@comcast.net.  Memberships are still $15 for individuals and $25 for families.  The MTA is your advocate for tennis in our community, and there is strength in numbers!  

 

4-28-2010

The MTA is putting together a USTA Junior Team Tennis League!  This is a great opportunity for junior players (18 and under) to get experience playing on teams.  The matches and clinics will provide a fun, competitive environment to help improve tennis skills.
 

USTA Junior Team Tennis

Level:  All levels of play -- beginner to advanced
Cost:  $25 registration through the USTA
Dates:  Beginning May 18th, 6 - 8 week session
Clinic Days:  Tuesdays and Thursdays
USTA Membership required
Teams:  minimum 3 - 4 boys and 3 - 4 girls
Format:  combination of singles, doubles, mixed doubles

Each team will need a parent captain and/or manager.  The duties will include light administrative work and communicating with the team about matches and practices.  MTA will hold a parent captain/manager meeting on May 18th to inform all parents on how to successfully manage their teams.   

Age requirements:

August 31, 2010 is the cut-off date for age requirements to play in a certain division.  For example, to play in the 14 & under division you must be 14 through August 31, 2010.  If your birthday is August 11th and you will turn 15 then you will have to play in the 18 & under division.  The 12-18 age divisions can qualify to go to the Tennessee State Tournament in Chattanooga from July 30-August 1 (this is optional).

Divisions:
18 & under: advanced (ranking in the top 300 of USTA Southerns)
18 & under: beginner & intermediate

14 & under: advanced (ranking in the top 300 of USTA Southerns) 
14 & under: beginner & intermediate

12 & under: advanced (ranking in the top 300 of USTA Southerns)
12 & under: beginner & intermediate

10 & under and 8 & under will play quick start format and have a local tournament held at end of the 6-8 week session.

 Click here for Commitment forms and more information can be found at www.murfreesborotennis.com   under the heading Junior Tennis.  The MTA will assemble the teams based on the commitment forms received by May 11th.  A schedule of matches will be coordinated through MTA and will be scheduled starting the week of May 18th.  If there is a conflict in scheduling due to vacations, the team captains can agree on a different date to complete the match. 

Junior Team Tennis Clinics
MTA will offer clinics on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning May 18th for all players and teams.  Please watch for further details on these clinics or visit www.murfreesborotennis.com for clinic information.  For questions, please call Julie Wishing at 615-293-6543 or email her at ajwishing@comcast.net.
 

 

4-26-2010

It's time for our popular Thursday Night Mixed Doubles League to resume play for the season.  Ryan Watson will be our league coordinator once again. This will be our third year for the league, and with our new courts it should be even better than the past two. 
 
Matches are set to begin on May 6th and will be played at Old Fort Park with a start time of 6:30 or 8:00 p.m..  Your particular start time will vary from week to week so that no one is forced to play early or late every week.  Sessions will run from 6 - 8 weeks, depending on the number of players.

 

Everyone will be required to complete and turn in a current release form to MTA.

 

The cost of the league is $5.00 per person.  This money is used to purchase prizes for the top two teams in each division.  If you would like to play, please contact Ryan Watson via email at ryan.watson@allstate.com  with the following information for both you and your partner.

 

  1. Your Names
  2. Your NTRP Ratings (if known)
  3. Your Best Contact Phone Numbers
  4. Your Email Addresses

 

If you do not have a partner and are interested in playing, we will try to find one for you.  Ryan is also taking names to compile a sub list.  Please send Ryan the same information listed above if you would like to be on it.

 

For additional information, see the attached Order of Play or contact Ryan directly.

 

Ryan Watson

615-542-5302

ryan.watson@allstate.com

 

 

4-17-2010

Junior Team Tennis

 
Calling all junior tennis players ages 6 - 18!  Look for our email with details about Junior Team Tennis which will begin on May 18th.  The session will run for 6 - 8 weeks.  Sign-up information and further details will be coming soon.  Junior Team Tennis will be run by Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net.

 

4-17-2010

The MTA is offering spring tennis clinics for juniors at MTSU! These clinics will be run by Alison Ojeda and Melissa Schaub of MTSU Blue Raider Tennis. 
 
The clinics will be divided into QuickStart groups for ages 5 -10 and Tournament groups for ages 11-18. The USTA is promoting QuickStart as the best and most fun way for kids to learn the game of tennis. What better way to learn than the way Roger Federer and Justine Henin got their start on the courts? 
 
Below is a printable schedule and sign-up sheet. Note that the first session begins on April 5th and runs through April 28th. The second session begins on May 3rd and runs through May 26th. If you are interested, please email Alison at aojeda@mtsu.edu as soon as possible. 
 
 

MURFREESBORO TENNIS ASSOCIATION CLINIC DATES  
PLEASE FILL OUT ONE PER CHILD DUE TO NCAA RULES    
           
LAST NAME FIRST NAME AGE GRADE SCHOOL    
             
           
CONTACT NAME PHONE # EMAIL   ADDRESS    
             
           
PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING DATES THAT YOUR CHILD WILL BE ATTENDING TENNIS CLINIC
CHECKS PAYABLE TO MTSU TENNIS          
           
           
QUICK START TENNIS          
  MONDAY   WEDNESDAY  
APRIL   4-5 pm   4-5 pm    
SESSION # 1 WEEK # 1 5-Apr _____ $10 7-Apr _____ $10  
WEEK # 2 12-Apr _____ $10 14-Apr _____ $10  
WEEK # 3 19-Apr _____ $10 21-Apr _____ $10  
  WEEK # 4 26-Apr _____ $10 28-Apr _____ $10  
           
SESSION TOTAL $ ______      
             
MAY   4-5 pm   4-5 pm    
SESSION # 2 WEEK # 1 3-May _____ $10 5-May _____ $10  
WEEK # 2 10-May _____ $10 12-May _____ $10  
WEEK # 3 17-May _____ $10 19-May _____ $10  
WEEK # 4 24-May _____ $10 26-May _____ $10  
TOURNAMENT LEVEL TENNIS: DRILLS, POINT PLAY  
  MONDAY   TUESDAY    
APRIL   5-6:30 pm   5-6:30 pm    
SESSION # 1 WEEK # 1 5-Apr _____ $20 6-Apr _____ $20  
WEEK # 2 12-Apr _____ $20 13-Apr _____ $20  
WEEK # 3 19-Apr _____ $20 20-Apr _____ $20  
WEEK # 4 26-Apr _____ $20 27-Apr _____ $20  
             
MAY   5-6:30 pm   5-6:30 pm    
SESSION # 2 WEEK # 1 3-May _____ $20 4-May _____ $20  
WEEK # 2 10-May _____ $20 11-May _____ $20  
WEEK # 3 17-May _____ $20 18-May _____ $20  
WEEK # 4 24-May _____ $20 25-May _____ $20  
           
SESSION TOTAL $_____        
           
please email us if you are planning on attending so we have enough teaching pros    
           
alison ojeda   melissa schaub      
aojeda@mtsu.edu   mschaub@mtsu.edu      

 

3-18-2010

2 NEW LEAGUES ROLL OUT IN THE BORO!!!

NEW !!Murfreesboro Flex League

Register for World Flex Tennis by March 22 and play for only $5.00!! Juniors only $3.00!! Register online at www.worldflextennis.com. Enter promo code "MTA5bucks"

World Flex Tennis Offers

 - Men's Singles   - Men's Doubles  -Women's Singles -Women's Doubles - Junior Singles
* A Percentage of all proceeds benefit the Bryan Brothers Foundation for at risk children and their families.

 Benefits of Playing World Flex Tennis
  Schedule your matches to fit your own schedule
- Compete with players throughout all of Greater Murfreesboro with a short drive time
- Have a chance to win a trip a grand slam and meet the World's #1 team the Bryan Brothers
- Earn discounts on tennis products, women's make-up products, tennis memorabilia items and much more. ( see website for complete details)

 Have fun and good luck!    Trevor Short   World Flex Tennis
 

As a special thanks to the Murfreesboro Tennis Association, World Flex Tennis is offering there inaugural season for only $5.00! Enter the promo code "MTA5bucks" online at www.worldflextennis.com before March 22 and play for only $5.00!


 
World Flex Tennis raises money for the Bryan Brothers Foundation which helps at risk children and there families. All participants are also entered for a chance to win a paid trip to a Grand Slam  and a chance to meet world #1 the Bryan Brothers!

NEW !Murfreesboro Tri-Level League - (Info also on USTA Team Info Page)

Today is March 15 and the league is open to register for the Tri-Level League in Murfreesboro.  Attached is the information regarding Tri-Level leagues.  The league will be subdivided between Tuesday evening 6:00 and Wednesday morning 9:00am.
  
  • Teams will be allowed 14 players - will need 6 players for each match (2 - 4.0, 2 - 3.5, 2 - 3.0) 
  • Two levels of play will be offered  - 2.5, 3.0, 3.5; 3.0, 3.5, 4.0; and 3.5, 4.0 and 4.5.
  • In order to advance to State there must be at least 2 teams registered on each level to determine a local champion.
There are other Adult leagues in the State and there may or maybe be Senior Leagues.  If there are no other Senior Leagues, a Local League Champion will be determined in Murfreesboro.  Tri-Level was established to allow friends that play on different levels to play on the same team.  Captains will register their team on Tennislink.com  The cost is $10.00.  Players may play up and does not affect your NTRP rating.  Please read the information and contact Jane Moore jlmoore253@comcast.net if yiou have questions or need assistance registering.
 
When registering for the team - click on the level of play and then click on Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning.
If you have a problem please let Jane know.  There will be a play off if needed between Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning leagues to determine local champion. 
 

USTA Tri-Level League (Adult, Senior)

March 15, 2010 - League open for registration

                                             May 18, 2010 - 11:59 EST - Date to have legal team registered

July 10, 2010 - 11:59 EST - Player add on deadline

(League play will not begin before May 25 and will end by July 25)

Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning leagues will be offered)

Local league Championship play-off - Saturday, July 17 and/or Sunday, July18 (tentative)

State Championship : August 13-15, Memphis, TN

Tri-State Championship: Oct 1-3, Jackson, TN (tentative)

To reserve courts for your matches you must contact Julie Wishing ajwishing@comcast.net .  Home team will furnish balls.  Local league rules will be available upon request. 

 

3-3-2010

Key dates for 2010 USTA Team Play and other Information Captains need to know have been added to the 2010 USTA Team Info page. Check it out.

Remember to keep up with MTSU tennis with Links on our Contacts page.

Also watch for news on World Flex League teams starting soon. That website is  WorldFlexTennis.com and your local contacts are Dale and Ava Short. Contact them at Blondy5931@aol.com for more information.

 

2-20-2010

About time it's above 60 and dry. Enjoy it while it lasts , are you ready for Spring?? Or maybe indoor courts in the future?

New happenings at MTA. We now have a facebook page. It's just now in startup mode but look to it as a place to connect. Just search facebook for Murfreesboro Tennis Association.

Now you can check out Coach Dale's Tennis Tips of the Month on the Clinics, Services and TIPS page.

Jane Moore keeps the USTA Team fires burning and 2010 information will be coming soon. This year how about adding a tri-level league. Check the USTA Team page soon.

And we will be letting YOU know soon about how you can help with the finishing touches on the NEW Old Fort Park courts.

Also on the Calendar of Events page you can link to the Murfreesboro Recreation Department schedule for Old Fort Park.

 

 

1/24/2010

MTSU Tennis Teams, MTA, fans and area players teamed up to raise $1800 to support the American Red Cross'  Haitian relief effort.

Both Middle Tennessee Blue Raider tennis teams hosted a clinic Saturday morning, 1-23-10, at the Old Fort Tennis Center to raise money for the victims of the recent Haitian earthquakes.

Nearly 85 people of all ages attended the clinic. In lieu of a cost for the clinic, which was co-sponsored by the Murfreesboro Tennis Association, donations were asked for the American Red Cross. The clinic raised $1,800 for the American Red Cross in support of its efforts in Haiti.

Thanks to all who joined in . See Picture.

 

 

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12/02/2009

While your enjoying the new courts here's a hot tip from Jane Moore:

The cost of USTA membership will increase in 2010.  Renew membership by December 31, 2009 to beat the increase.
 
Type of                                Current                    2010                   
Membership
Junior - 1 yr                            $18                        $19
Junior - 3 yr                            $48                        $52
Junior - 5 yr                            $72                        $76
Adult - 1 yr                              $40                        $42
Adult - 3 yr                            $110                      $115
Adult - 5 yr                            $160                      $168
Family - 1 yr                            $65                        $68
Family - 3 yr                          $175                      $184
Family - 5 yr                          $260                      $272
 

 

 

 10/30/2009

Grand Opening planned for new tennis courts at Old Fort Park. 

Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department (MPRD) is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of the new tennis complex at Old Fort Park on Tuesday, November 10, 2009.  The new tennis complex consists of 16 total courts, including 8 lighted courts and 2 championship courts with additional seating. 

The tennis complex was the result of a tri-party agreement between the Rutherford County School Board, Rutherford County Government and the City of Murfreesboro to offset the need for courts at the county schools and increased public need.  It proved to be more economically feasible to build a tennis complex to be used by both the county and city versus constructing new courts at each school.

“The joint efforts of the three parties is a positive step towards the delivery of a comprehensive tennis program to the citizens of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County,” said Lanny Goodwin, Director of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department.

Primary usage will be for Rutherford County Schools mid-February through mid-May, followed by MPRD for the remaining months.  MPRD in partnership with Murfreesboro Tennis Association (MTA) will offer a variety of programs, leagues, lessons, tournaments, clinics and open play for the public.  The tennis courts will be available for reservations beginning November 12 by contacting MPRD at 615-890-5333.  If the courts are not reserved or being used for scheduled programs and/or leagues, they will be available for free on a first-come, first-serve basis. 

In addition, the tennis complex will be the site for hosting a portion of the TSSAA Spring Fling competition.  In the future, the City of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce will work towards obtaining tournaments on a state and regional level.

The Grand Opening on November 10 will begin with presentations, dignitaries and the ribbon cutting from 4:00 to 4:30p.m.  Tennis demonstrations will follow from 4:30-5:30p.m. 

Old Fort Park is located at 1025 Old Fort Parkway, Murfreesboro, TN 37129.  For grand opening information, please contact Angela Jackson at 615-893-2141 or email: ajackson@murfreesborotn.gov.

10/30/2009

Congratulations

State USTA champions (Pictures on the USTA page)

 The Murfreesboro-Moore Senior Ladies USTA 6.5 Combo Tennis Team won the state championship title recently in Chattanooga. Team members are Kyoko Mabuchi, Kay Rose, Ila Tidwell, Debbie Williams, Judy Hobbs, Jane Moore, Nancy Carter, Mary White, Pat Martin, Nancy Wight and Feli Propes. The Murfreesboro team won 14 of 15 matches played over a three-day tourney.

10/28/2009

Dear Tennis Fans,
The City of Murfreesboro is currently considering the possibility of building an indoor tennis facility at Old Fort Park.  The committee involved with this study is asking for input from our local tennis community to determine the demand for indoor block time.
 
Indoor block time is court time that is typically paid for in a lump sum in advance of the winter season, generally somewhere between 5 and 6 months.  Random court time would be scheduled as available, but the prime blocks of time are typically booked for the season. 
 
Would you be interested in paying for block time in a new Murfreesboro indoor tennis facility? 
 
Assuming the cost would be the same as at Williamson County's indoor facility, which is $16 per hour, your cost for the season would be between $104 and $138.66, based on a weekly court for 6 months shared between 6 people (4 players and 2 subs each week).  The lower cost would be for a 1-1/2 hour block of time, and the higher cost would be for a 2 hour block each week.  This is only an assumption, and costs may or may not include the option of a yearly membership.
 
Please respond to this email by noon on Friday, October 30th if you think you would want to book block time at a new facility.  If there is more than one player at this email address that would be interested, please indicate the number of players. 
 
Thanks for your support!
Murfreesboro Tennis Association
www.murfreesborotennis.com
 
Julie Wishing   
President 
ajwishing@comcast.net

 

9/21/2009

City Closed loses to Mother Nature!! Reschedule information below and on City Tourney page.

New Dates Wednesday, September 30 through Sunday, October 4. 

 Understanding that some current participants will be unable to play on these dates, and that others currently not in the tournament will now be available to participate, the following procedures will be in affect:
  1. Anyone entered in the tournament right now will be automatically entered in the tournament beginning September 30th. 
  2. If you are currently entered in the tournament but cannot play on the revised dates please call Bill Neal at 504-6558 or Sandy Neal at 364-0823.  If you can't play I need to hear from you this week!
  3. New entries will be accepted from Monday, September 21 through Saturday, September 26.  Entry forms may be downloaded at CityTourney.htm These entry forms must be delivered to 2136 Lovelace Lane 37130 by the end of Saturday, September 26th.  Spread the word!
  4. Entries for Jr. Doubles will also close on Saturday, September 26!   No Jr. doubles signup on the first day of play.  This is a change.  Spread the word.
  5. Any division bracket substantially affected by withdrawals, new entries, or changes in seeding will be redrawn.  I expect that means most brackets will be redrawn.
  6. Jr. divisions will not be scheduled to play on Friday, October 2nd.
  7. Call Bill Neal at 504-6558 or Sandy Neal at 364-0823 with questions, concerns, or possible scheduling problems.
  8. Keep up with tournament developments at www.twitter.com/borocityclosed, www.murfreesborotennis.com/ , and by watching for our emails.
It appears this unusual weather pattern for September is to continue through this week and the coming weekend. After considering many options and much deliberation it has been decided that our best chance to run a smooth and enjoyable tournament is to begin on the revised dates above.  It is understood that this will make it difficult for some participants to continue while others may have a new opportunity to play.  We certainly apologize to those adversely affected by these circumstances.
 
Sandy and I want to thank everyone for your patience and understanding during the rainouts and rescheduling of last week.  We are players, too.  We know the frustration of not getting to play and constant schedule changes.  You guys were great!

 

09/15/2009

RE:  USTA Super Senior State Tournament - Sept. 18-20, Knoxville, TN
 
Murfreesboro will be presented at the Super Senior State Tournament by 4 teams.
Olivia Hoen, captain - 3.0 - 60 Women
Jane Moore, captain - 3.5 - 60 Women
Newton Molloy, captain - 4.0 - 60 Men
Lula Dobbs, captain - 4.0 - 60 Women
Total of players - 35
 
Thanks and congratulations to the captains for all of your hard work.
 
The Murfreesboro Tennis Association is reimbursing 1/2 of the State fee to each player.  This will help with expenses in Knoxville.  Each person will receive $10.00.  The check will be given to the captain of each team and then be distributed to the players.
 
Thanks to Murfreesboro Tennis Association.
 
Jane Moore,
Murfreesboro Local League Coordinator
Mixed Doubles, Combo and Super Senior

 

9/01/2009
There are only 12 more days to register for the annual Murfreesboro City Tennis Championships!  The tournament will be held at Old Fort Park, running from September 16th - 20th, and the entry deadline is September 12th..  There are singles and doubles divisions for A, B, and C level adults and junior singles divisions by age.

This year's city championships, sponsored by the MTA and the City of Murfreesboro,  promise to be the biggest and best ever.  We hope all of you will be able to participate or come out and cheer your friends.  Go to the City tourney page for more information.

8/27/2009

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Groups ( 10 or more) receive 10% discount

Price Range : $49.50 - $69.50

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8/20/2009
Murfreesboro City Tennis Tournament
Mark your calendars for Murfreesboro's annual city tournament.  The tourney will be pushed back to September beginning this year with Bill and Sandy Neal as tournament directors.  See City Tourney page for more info and entry blank.
 
Juniors:  September 16 - 20th
Adults:  September 17 - 20th
 

MTSU tennis to host the 23rd Annual Wally Tidwell Pro-Am on September 11-12.

The tennis programs will also host a tailgating tent on Saturday for the Memphis football game.

Weekend activities will begin on Friday evening, September 11, at 7 p.m. with dinner, along with a program at the Hall of Fame on the campus of Middle Tennessee State.

The men's and women's doubles tournament will begin Saturday morning, September 12, at 8:30 a.m. and finish approximately at 2 p.m.

The doubles tournament will utilize area teaching pros along with current and former Middle Tennessee players teaming with participating amateurs in a round robin format.

This is the tennis programs' one fundraising event of the year. Please make checks payable to Middle Tennessee Tennis. Please mail donations to:
MTSU, Attn. Melinda Messick
Box 465
Murfreesboro, TN 37132

MTA Monday Nite League
The MTA, in cooperation with the City of Murfreesboro, is continuing to offer our Monday Night League tennis for adult men and women.  Sign-ups are open for the last session of the season which begins on August 31st, but space will be limited. 
 
Monday Night League - 6:30 p.m.
Session 3    8/31 - 10/5
Cost:  $20 per session
Contact:  Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net
 

News Archives

8/15/2009

NALTA (Nashville Area Ladies' Tennis Assn.)
NALTA team play begins in September, so it's time to start forming your teams. MTA's NALTA coordinator, Cheryl Terry will be helping with court scheduling at Old Fort and is available to help captains find new team members or help players find teams. (NALTA is a ladies' doubles league playing either on Thursday mornings or Sunday afternoons.)  If you are a tennis playing lady and not currently on a NALTA team, contact Cheryl at 364-2202 or crimsonrx@aol.com as soon as possible about getting on a team for the Fall.  If you're a team captain and want to use Old Fort as your home courts for the Fall, contact Cheryl.  With our 16 new courts slated to be finished in September, we should have no problem with scheduling.
 
Murfreesboro City Tennis Tournament
Mark your calendars for Murfreesboro's annual city tournament.  The tourney will be pushed back to September beginning this year with Bill and Sandy Neal as tournament directors. 
 
Juniors:  September 16 - 20th
Adults:  September 17 - 20th
 

MTA Junior Championships
Monday, August 17th at midnight is the deadline to enter our fourth annual MTA Junior Championships being held at MTSU the weekend of August 21st through 23rd.  Matches will start at 4:00 p.m. on Friday the 21st for ages 10 - 14.  Matches for ages 16 - 18 will begin on Saturday morning.  Any junior, 18 and under as of August 1st, with a USTA membership is eligible to enter.  This is a great opportunity for middle school and high school players to get match experience. 
 
Players willl receive t-shirts and lunch on Saturday.  This is a USTA sanctioned tournament, so any wins will be converted to points that are used to establish each junior's rankings (state, Southern, etc.)  The format has been changed this year to a full feed-in, which means players who lose in the main draw will have more opportunities to feed in to the back draw.
 
You may enter online by clicking this link:  http://tennislink.usta.com/tournaments/tournamenthome/tournament.aspx?T=78426 .  If you have questions, or if you need to know how to join the USTA, just reply to this email (Laurie Edwards at lj1@comcast.net).

7/18/2009

The MTA, in cooperation with the City of Murfreesboro, is continuing to offer clinics, lessons, camps, and leagues.  The following are current or upcoming offerings.
 
Private, Semi-Private, and Group Lessons
This summer, you may contact the following individuals for lessons at Old Fort Park. 
 
Lawrence Goodwyn at 615-500-2085 or lawrencegoodwyn@mtcscougars.org
 
Kyle Wishing at 615-293-1967 or kjw3g@mtsu.edu
 
Zach Jones at 615-485-1445 or zachary.jones@lmunet.edu
 
Beginner Tennis Clinics
Tues./Thurs.
Session 1    completed
Session 2    7/7 - 7/23
Session 3    TBD
Cost:  $48 per session
Ages 8 - 11        5 - 6:00
Ages 12 - 17        6 - 7:00
Ages 18 and up        7 - 8:00
Contact:  Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net
 
Parks & Rec. Tennis Camp
July 20 - 24
9 - 12:00 a.m.
Ages 9 - 14
Cost:  $40
Contact: Dennis Nipper at dnipper@murfreesborotn.gov
 
Quickstart Clinics
Mon./Thurs.
Session 1    completed
Session 2    7/6 - 7/30
Cost:  $64 per session
Ages 5 - 6     8:30 - 9:15 a.m.
Ages 7 - 8    9:15 - 10:00 a.m.
Ages 9 - 10    10:00 - 10:45 a.m.
Contact: Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net
 
Conditioning and Match Play for Middle and High School Ages
Mon./Wed.
Session 1    completed
Session 2    7/8 - 7/24
8 - 10:00 a.m.
Cost:  6 classes for $50 or $10 per class
Contact: Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net
 
Junior Intermediate and Advanced Clinics
(Need email immediately if interested -- will be cancelled if not enough interest.)
Mon./Wed.  4 - 5:30 p.m.
Session 1    completed
Session 2    7/6 - 7/29
$12.50 per session
Contact:  Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net
 
New! --- Beginner Clinics for Ages 5 -12
Tues/Thurs   4 - 5:00
September 1 - 24
Contact:  Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net
 
Ongoing Adult Leagues
Saturday Match Play - currently at 9 a.m. every Saturday,  contact Roland Mercier at rolandmm56@aol.com
 
Tuesday Ladies' League - currently at 8 a.m. every Tuesday - contact Laurie Edwards at lj1@comcast.net
 
Wednesday Night All Adult Play - 7 p.m. - contact Tricia Davis at tricia_courtreporting@yahoo.com
 
Seasonal Adult Leagues
Monday Night League - 6:30 p.m.
Session 1    completed
Session 2    6/29 - 8/3
Session 3    8/17 - 9/28
Cost:  $20 per session
Contact:  Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net
  

7/1/2009

Combo Doubles and Super Senior League Information
Murfreesboro's local league coordinator Jane L. Moore, announced that the Murfreesboro             League of Southern Combo Doubles is now open for captains to create a team online.  Click on Tennislink and register your team.  Below are the dates that are very important to you and your team.  Date of Captain's meeting will be announced soon.    
 You must have a legal roster by August 10 at 10:59 Central Standard Time.
You may add additional players until 10:59 Central Standard Time on September 15.
Local league season will be August 15 and ending before October 4. (Schedule will be determined by number of teams on each level of play. 
Each team will be limited to 14 members.  Each member of the team must play at least 1 time to qualify for the State Tournament.
 
She also announced that the USTA Super Senior League for Murfreesboro   is now open for captains to create a team online.  Go to Tennislink and register your team.  Below are the dates that are very important to you and your team.  Date of Captain's meeting will be announced soon.    
  
You must have a legal roster by July 25 at 10:59 Central Standard Time.
You may add additional players until 10:59 Central Standard Time on August 15.
Local league season will begin August 1 and ending before August 30 . Each team will be limited to 14 members.  If there are 2 teams at one level there will be local play.
 
 
This league is for 3.0, 3.5.4.0 60 & Over women  and men and
3.0, 3.5, 4.0,  70 & Over women and men.
 
Please help spread the word and so we can have a large an expanding group of players. If you have not spoken with Jane or want more information call 615-962-7558 or email jlmoore253@comcast.net
 

5/4/2009

The MTA Mixed Doubles League is set to resume for the season on  May 28th.  This fun, casual league is coordinated by Ryan Watson and will run through the summer. 

Matches will be played on Thursday nights at 6:30 or 8:00.  A player's match times may alternate between the two start times.  The cost is $5.00 per player as a one-time charge so that prizes can be purchased  for the winners.  The length of the session will depend on the number of teams.

If interested, please contact Ryan Watson at ryan.watson@allstate.com or 615-542-5302, and provide him with the following information for you and your partner (if you have one already):  Name, Email address, Best Contact Phone Number
Level of Play (use your USTA rating, if you have one)

5/4/2009

2009 Murfreesboro Local League Dates:

USTA Mixed Doubles - Team registration  - May 1.  Deadline for Legal Team Registration June 1.

Southern Combo League - Team registration - July 1 - Deadline for Legal Team Registration August 1.

USTA Super Senior - Team registration - August 2

4/30/2009

The Monday Night League is ready to resume for the season in just one week!  Join us on Monday nights through September for an exciting new team format for men and women levels 2.5 and up.
 
Monday Night League -- First 6-Week Session
Dates:  Monday nights from 5/4 - 6/15 (excluding Memorial Day)
Time:    6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Place:  Old Fort Park
Cost:    $20 per player (balls will be provided)
 
We will accept the first 32 players to sign up, plus subs, but your fee must be paid by Monday night, May 4th, the first night of play.  To sign up, email Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net or call her at 293-6543 and let her know your NTRP level.  If you're not sure of your level, Julie can help you determine that.
 
Your $20 fee can be paid at the MTA Party in the Park on May 1st at Old Fort Park beginning at 6:30 p.m or on the first night of league play,  Monday night May 4th.  If you have not paid by then, we will take the next player on the waiting list. 

 

The registration for USTA Mixed Doubles will be open on May 1.   Deadline to register a legal team June 1.

3/16/2009

USTA 3.0 Mens Team Players Needed !!
The deadline has been extended for forming 3.0 level men's teams for USTA play.  Currently we have 11 men signed up to play and we need 18 to make two teams.  Nashville has not yet fielded any 3.0 tennis teams for this spring. If we can field two, all of the play would be in Murfreesboro and one of the teams would qualify to go to state. There would be five matches, and they would all be played locally (unless Nashville comes up with a team).
 
If you are a 3.0 man not on a team yet, please consider joining these men so they can have teams.  If you're not sure of your level, we can help you determine it.  Email Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net, or call her at 896-1370 or 293-6543  by this Wednesday morning at 8 a. m.  Players must join or be a member of the USTA, and must be at least 19 years of age in this calendar year.  Match play consists of both singles and doubles within a team.  
 

3/10/2009

MTSU Blue Raider Men's Tennis will host #16 Louisville this Saturday, March 14th at 12 noon at the MTSU Buck Bouldin Tennis Center.  Coach David McNamara encourages all of you to come out and show your support for this important match, and will provide pizza and drinks to all fans that attend this free event.

 
MTA Membership Sign-ups --- Time and Place Change!
Date:  Saturday, March 14th
Time:  12 noon
Place:  MTSU Tennis Center!
 
This weekend, instead of Big Apple Bagel, the MTA will have membership sign-ups at the MTSU Men's tennis match.  (Watch for alternate plans in case of rain.)
 
MTSU Blue Raider Men's Tennis will host the annual Sun Belt Shootout tournament on April 3 - 5, 2009.  Mark your calendars and plan to come out and see some exciting college tennis as MTSU challenges Denver, Florida Atlantic, UL-Lafayette, Memphis, South Alabama, Troy, and Western Kentucky at MTSU's Buck Bouldin Tennis Center.
 
Homes Still Needed to Host Tennis Players
Head Coach, David McNamara asks for your help in carrying on the tradition of offering overnight housing for all of the visiting teams.  Homes are needed that can take 2 players, ideally with a bed for each player, for the three nights of April 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, and also provide breakfast.  Their coaches will provide transportation to and from your home. 
 
MTSU has supported local tennis in many ways, and this is just one way for us to give back.  If you can do this, or if you might be able to do this and have questions, please contact David McNamara at:
mcnamara@mtsu.edu
(C) 615-423-9399
(O) 615-898-2957

MTSU Spring Junior Clinics Announced
Alison Ojeda and Melissa Schaub, MTSU Women's Tennis coaches with David McNamara will be heading up spring clinics, match play, and a tournament for junior players (18 and under). These activities are open to junior players of all levels. If interested, please contact Alison or Melissa to sign up: Alison  aojeda@mtsu.edu  631-9557or Melissa   mschaub@mtsu.edu  419-571-4042
 
 
16 New Courts to be Completed by September!
The City of Murfreesboro has announced that groundbreaking for the 16 new tennis courts at Old Fort will take place next week, the week of March 9th.  There will be no formal ceremony, but clearing of the land is already underway.  The courts will be located just inside the gate leading to the golf course on the left adjacent to the old Ag Center. 
 
The plans include 16 hard courts (8 lighted and 8 not lighted), a parking lot, and a concession stand, all to be completed by early September.  Landscaping, seating, and additional amenities will be completed as funds are available.  It is expected that  fundraising and MTA contributions will be needed to complete the details of this project.   The new courts will be available to the public when not in use by the county schools, which is the current situation at Old Fort.  The existing 8 courts will be for use by the public.
 
Flex League for Murfreesboro
Many of you have received an email from the USTA announcing a Flex League forming in Nashville.  However, there will be a Flex League (men's and women's singles matches scheduled at the players' convenience) forming in Murfreesboro, so please hold out for details to come.
 
Junior Tennis Camp during Spring Break
A tennis camp for juniors (18 and under) will be held at Showtime Sports Academy (the former racquet club) during the week of March 23rd - 27th from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m each day.  The cost will be $50 per day or $200 per week, with a 50% discount to those bringing a friend.  The camp will include Velocity Training (speed, strength, agility) and tennis skills.  More information and an application can be found at www.showtimevolocity.com or call Brian Chalmers at 898-1118 or Matt Curry at 585-5422. See flyer here  Tennis_Camp_flyer.ppt
 
 
Join the MTA this Saturday at Big Apple
MTA membership is only $15 for single members and $25 for families per year.  If you have been an MTA member during our first 3 years, we thank you!  Remember that your membership should be renewed annually.  (If you joined on or after October 1, 2008 you will enjoy the benefits of membership for all of 2009.)  To join or renew your membership, refer to this link: http://www.murfreesborotennis.com/membership.htm  or attend one of the sign-up sessions listed below. 

3/4/2009

Annual MTA Membership Drive Underway
 
The Murfreesboro Tennis Association has been in existence for over 3 years now, and we've seen a lot of changes.  In 2008, we continued to provide most of our leagues and activities free of charge, without requiring membership.  We continued to push for new tennis courts at Old Fort, and those will be completed in 2009, allowing us to expand the activities we can offer.  (More details to come.)  In order to continue doing what we do, we need your help!  We hope you'll support community tennis by joining us this year.   
 
MTA membership is only $15 for single members and $25 for families per year.  If you have been an MTA member during our first 3 years, we thank you!  Remember that your membership should be renewed annually.  (If you joined on or after October 1, 2008 you will enjoy the benefits of membership for all of 2009.)  To join or renew your membership, refer to this link: http://www.murfreesborotennis.com/membership.htm  or attend one of the sign-up sessions listed below. 
 
Membership Sign-up Sessions
Place:  Big Apple Bagel on Northfield Blvd.
Sat. March  7th     8 - 10:30 a.m.
Sat. March 14th    8 - 10:30 a.m.
Sat. March 21st   8 - 10:30 a.m.
Sat. March 28th   8 - 10:30 a.m.

 

2/28/2009

Attention adult tennis players!
 
Men and women are still needed to fill out spring USTA teams.  These teams have all been started and just need a few more players.  The following are needed, in particular: 
3.0 men
3.5 men
4.0 men
4.0 Senior men  (50 or over during 2009)
2.5 ladies (or beginner)

If you are interested in playing this season, contact Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net, or call her at 896-1370 or 293-6543  with your level and she'll help you find a team.   If you are a 4.5 man interested in playing with a Nashville team, contact Stephen Olson at  stephen.olson@oce.com.

There are possibilities to play on weekdays or weekends depending on the teams that are formed.  Players must join or be a member of the USTA, and must be at least 19 years of age in this calendar year.  Match play consists of both singles and doubles within a team.  The team deadline is March 10th, and the season begins on March 18th. 
 

2/28/2009

The Murfreesboro Tennis Association is excited to announce that we have received grants from the Southern Tennis Association and the Tennessee Tennis Association for 2009 totaling almost $2,000.  As a registered community tennis association we were eligible for these grants based on the number of USTA memberships in the area for 2008.  As we decide how to best use these funds to benefit our tennis community, we will be reporting the results to you throughout 2009.
 
USTA teams for men and women and MTITL and MTTL teams for men are forming for Spring '09.  The information that went out earlier is copied below.  Important things to note are that Julie Wishing needs to be in contact with you if you are a team captain or if you would like to find a team, and that our men's leagues are in need of captains and a league coordinator.
 
USTA Men's and Women's Teams
New USTA spring teams are currently forming and registration is currently open on TennisLink.  There are possibilities to play on weekdays or weekends depending on the teams that are formed.  Players must join or be a member of the USTA, and must be at least 19 years of age in this calendar year. Teams will be formed based on skill level.  Match play consists of both singles and doubles within a team.  The team deadline is March 10th, and the season begins on March 18th.  Team division winners will go on to the state championships. Teams that played last spring may be reorganized due to players that had NTRP ratings changes.  If you are interested in playing this season, contact Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net, or call her at 896-1370 or 293-6543  with your level and she'll help you find a team.  Important:  If you are a captain of an existing team or are forming a new team in Rutherford County, regardless of where your home courts are, please contact Julie ASAP and let her know what level your team is and which courts are home for you.
 
MTITL and MTTL Men's Teams
MTTL is for men playing at a  4.0 level and up on Thursday nights,  and MTITL is for 3.0 to 4.0 players on Tuesday nights. There are four singles positions and four doubles per team.  Play begins around the first week of April and runs all summer. If you are interested and don't know your skill level, there are ways to determine that.  Julie Wishing is available to help you with any of your questions or help you decide which league would be a fit for you.  The MTA is in need of a man to coordinate MTITL.  If interested, please let Julie know.  Again, if you're the captain of an existing team or are forming a new team please contact Julie at the email address or phone numbers above to let her know what level you are and which courts you will call home. 
 
Court Calendar
We now have an interactive tennis court calendar on www.murfreesborotennis.com.  It includes all courts reserved for school and MTA activities for several months.  By clicking on the individual calendar dates, you can see the specific courts reserved for that day.  These are subject to time changes and additions, so check back often when planning your tennis activities.
 
Update on Ladies' Player List
The MTA is compiling a contact list of lady tennis players in the area, and over 200 of you are now on the list.  This list should be very helpful to our league coordinators and team captains. The list will also be available to MTA members who join for the 2009 calendar year. Ladies of all levels (ages 19 and up), to get your name on the list, please reply to this email with your first and last name, home and cell phone numbers, and email address.  The list will only be made available to MTA members. 
 
Membership Drive Coming Soon!
Many of you have asked about opportunities to join or renew your MTA membership for 2009, since we have always had a January/February membership drive.  This year's membership drive will be in March.  Look for news on that to come. 
 

2/19/2009

MTA receives Southern Tennis Association grant

With a growing tennis population and progress being made toward our new Old Fort Tennis courts, the Southern Tennis Association has provided a Community Development Grant of $1500 to the MTA to assist us in growing use, interest and involvement in our tennis programs in the Murfreesboro area. The grant is related to the size of MTA membership as well as other factors, so as our Membership March 09 nears, get ready to renew your membership and help yourself and others to enjoy the game we all love.

2/13/2009

MTSU Spring Junior Clinics Announced

Alison Ojeda and Melissa Schaub, MTSU Women's Tennis coaches with David McNamara will be heading up spring clinics, match play, and a tournament for junior players (18 and under). These activities are open to junior players of all levels. If interested, please contact Alison or Melissa to sign up: Alison  aojeda@mtsu.edu  631-9557or Melissa   mschaub@mtsu.edu  419-571-4042
Dates of the clinics are below. They are on Tuesdays and Thursdays with a couple dates missing when we have matches or are on the road playing. There are 16 dates, and you can either sign up for 6 days for $100 and pick your days, or 12 days for $150. This will leave us 4 days in case of rain or other bad weather. If we get lucky and the weather is great on these days, then you can just pay as you come.

 

Clinic Schedule  

12 and under 4:00-5:00

13 and over   5:00-6:00  

 

March 12th  Thursday,             March 17th       Tuesday

March 19th       Thursday,        March 31st       Tuesday

April     2nd        Thursday,      April     7th        Tuesday

April     9th        Thursday,       April     14th      Tuesday

April     21st      Tuesday,        April     23rd      Thursday

April     28th      Tuesday,        April     30th      Thursday

May     5th        Tuesday,         May     7th        Thursday

May     12th      Tuesday,         May     14th      Thursday

 

 

Spring Break Match Play

March 23rd - 25th

T Shirts and Prizes included

11:00-1:00 Monday - Wednesday

$60

 

Round Robin Tournament

April 24th

Round Robin Pro-Set Tournament                               

$25 (Guaranteed 3 pro-sets)

Entries close April 20th

Draws will be finished on the 21st

2/4/2009

SPRING PLANNING IS NOW!!

NALTA (Nashville Area Ladies' Tennis Assn.)
NALTA team play begins on April 2nd, so it's time to form your teams and get them registered.  Rosters must be turned in the first week of March.  The MTA has a new NALTA coordinator, Cheryl Terry.  Cheryl will be helping with court scheduling at Old Fort and is available to help captains find new team members or help players find teams. (NALTA is a ladies' doubles league playing either on Thursday mornings or Sunday afternoons.)  If you are a tennis playing lady and not currently on a NALTA team, contact Cheryl at 364-2202 or crimsonrx@aol.com as soon as possible about getting on a team for the Spring.  Important:  If you are a captain of an existing team or are forming a new team, please contact Cheryl ASAP and let her know which courts you will be calling home this season.  It is okay to designate Old Fort as your home but schedule matches elsewhere, if that turns out to be more convenient. 
 
USTA Men's and Women's Teams
New USTA spring teams are currently forming and registration is currently open on TennisLink.  There are possibilities to play on weekdays or weekends depending on the teams that are formed.  Players must join or be a member of the USTA, and must be at least 19 years of age in this calendar year. Teams will be formed based on skill level.  Match play consists of both singles and doubles within a team.  The team deadline is March 10th, and the season begins on March 18th.  Team division winners will go on to the state championships. Teams that played last spring may be reorganized due to players that had NTRP ratings changes.  If you are interested in playing this season, contact Julie Wishing at ajwishing@comcast.net, or call her at 896-1370 or 293-6543  with your level and she'll help you find a team.  Important:  If you are a captain of an existing team or are forming a new team in Rutherford County, regardless of where your home courts are, please contact Julie ASAP and let her know what level your team is and which courts are home for you.
 
MTITL and MTTL Men's Teams
MTTL is for men playing at a  4.0 level and up on Thursday nights,  and MTITL is for 3.0 to 4.0 players on Tuesday nights. There are four singles positions and four doubles per team.  Play begins around the first week of April and runs all summer. If you are interested and don't know your skill level, there are ways to determine that.  Julie Wishing is available to help you with any of your questions or help you decide which league would be a fit for you.  The MTA is in need of a man to coordinate MTITL.  If interested, please let Julie know.  Again, if you're the captain of an existing team or are forming a new team please contact Julie at the email address or phone numbers above to let her know what level you are and which courts you will call home. 

1/28/2009

Due to the inclement weather of late, Coaches Dale Short and David McNamara are offering an indoor tennis clinic for juniors (18 and under) this weekend.  Their regular students have signed up, but there are a few more openings. 
 
Junior Indoor Tennis Clinic
Date:  Saturday, January 31, 2009
Time:  5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Cost:  $50
Place:  Nashboro Village
All levels of play welcome
 
There will be individual and group instruction along with drills and competition.  Players will be grouped based on age and level.  They have reserved all 4 courts, and pizza and drinks will be supplied.  If interested, contact Coach Short ASAP to reserve your spot at 615-893-2346 or coachshort@aol.com. 
 

1/20/2009

MTSU Blue Raider Men's Tennis will host the annual Sun Belt Shootout tournament on April 3 - 5, 2009.  Mark your calendars and plan to come out and see some exciting college tennis as MTSU challenges Denver, Florida Atlantic, UL-Lafayette, Memphis, South Alabama, Troy, and Western Kentucky at MTSU's Buck Bouldin Tennis Center.
 
Your Hospitality is Needed!
Head Coach, David McNamara asks for your help in carrying on the tradition of offering overnight housing for all of the visiting teams.  Homes are needed that can take 2 players, ideally with a bed for each player, for the three nights of April 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, and also provide breakfast.  Their coaches will provide transportation to and from your home. 
 
MTSU has supported local tennis in many ways, and this is just one way for us to give back.  If you can do this, or if you might be able to do this and have questions, please contact David McNamara at:
mcnamara@mtsu.edu

1/14/2009

The Regions Morgan Keegan Championships and the Cellular South Cup (originally known as Kroger-St.Jude) will be held at the Racquet Club Of Memphis. Feb. 13 - 22, 2009.  First round match play will begin at 10:00 a.m. on February. 16th, which is Monday morning. A few key opening matches are as follows: 
 
Monday, February 16 - 6:30pm
Pete Sampras vs. Lleyton Hewitt Singles Exhibition, followed by another featured ATP or WTA match
Tuesday, February 17 - 6:30pm
Juan Martin Del Potro (1st Round Singles - #8 in the world), followed by another featured ATP or WTA match
Wednesday, February 18 - 6:30pm
James Blake (1st Round Singles), followed by another featured ATP or WTA match
Details can be found by clicking the following: http://www.rmkchampionships.com/1/home/
Jane Moore, our USTA Local League Coordinator is willing to organize a group to travel to Memphis for this, if there's enough interest.
Group Rates
30  people - bleacher seats - $19.00 day session, $27.00 night session - $46.00 per day X 2 days = $92.00

Reserved chair seats - $23.00 day session, $41.00 night session - $64.00 per day X 2 days = $128.00

If you are interested in these group rates, please contact Jane Moore at jlmoore253@comcast.net  preferably this week.  Jane can also check on hotels nearby regarding group rates if there's enough interest.  This would be a great trip for a NALTA or USTA team or for a family interested in seeing lots of great professional tennis.

12/2/2008

NTRP Ratings

The end-of-year NTRP ratings were published yesterday on Tennis Link.  If you played in a USTA league or tournament this year, your rating could have changed.  To check, simply go to the following link and enter your name:

Murfreesboro Local League Coordinator, Jane Moore, tells us there will be some USTA rules and regulations changes announced soon.   Jane will hold a meeting in January, date and time to be announced, for anyone interested in USTA Mixed Doubles, Southern Combo Doubles (all divisions), Tri-Level, and Super Senior.  You are urged to attend and meet USTA State Coordinator, Karl Keesecker (Adult and Senior, and Tri-Level) and State Coordinator and League Administrator, Daneen Newkirk (Mixed, Super Senior, Combo, and Tri-Level).  This meeting will be an informative time to ask questions.  In the meantime if you have a question, please feel free to email Jane at jlmoore253@comcast.net.   

11/24/2008
 Weather and time changes warrant changes to start times for league events!!!   Click on events for more info.

Tuesday Ladies' league  10:00 a.m. start
Wednesday mixed league 12:00 noon start
Saturday league  12:00 noon start
Wedsday night mixed 6 p.m. start

Ladies' List of Players

Over 200 ladies are now on our list of area players.  The list will be available to MTA members who join for the 2009 calendar year.  Ladies of all levels (ages 19 and up), if you have not done so already, please reply to lj1@comcast.met with your first and last name, home and cell phone numbers, and email address. 

10/17/08

16 New Courts for Old Fort Park

Thanks to all of you who called or emailed your county commissioners and showed up for the meeting Thursday night, June 12, 2008  at the Rutherford County Courthouse.  As you may have heard, the commission voted "yes" to the measure to build the 16 new courts at Old Fort!  This will include lighting, paved parking, and concessions. The courts were originally set to be finished by February of '09, in time for spring practice for the county schools.  We'll keep you posted as to any changes to this timing.

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