NVTA Committed to Promoting Tennis in the Napa Valley June Vol 1, Issue 1

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1 NVTA Committed to Promoting Tennis in the Napa Valley June Vol 1, Issue 1 In This Issue President's Serve We Welcome New and Renew ed Members USTA Tennis Classic to be Held Fourth of July Weekend Friday Night Tennis! Deck and Canopy Update SNMWTL Ladies League New s End of Season Ladies League Luncheon Tournament to Benefit Health Roots Captain's Corner Head Pro Rick Hanover Offers Programs for Everyone This Summer Update Your Contact info Online! Adult Summer Camps at NV College Local Cover Girl! Sportabout is the Place! Coffee Sales to Help The Vintage Athletic Booster Club Please Close the Gates!!! Sign Up Quick Tennis Links napa valley tennis classic USTA Norcal Sonoma,Napa, Marin League ATP Tour WPTA tour Napa Parks and Rec Schedule USPTA Junior Tennis Circuit NVTA WEBSITE Greetings NVTA member! We hope you are enjoying the NVTA enewsletter! We have heard that some browsers are not allowing our newsletter graphics to appear. View the newsletter online to see all the pix and graphics. You can now conveniently check recent enewsletter archives as well as the NVTA Court Calendar on our website, napatennis.org thank s to the volunteer services of our expert webmaster Gil Lima and calendar chairman, Chuck Simonds Members are invited to submit news and photos. Got news about a recent tennis trip? Please share the story with us! The enewsletter will be published monthly and the deadline for submissions will always be the 25th of the month. For those members who do not use , a printed copy will also be available at Sportabout. Changing your address? You can update your address at the bottom of this newsletter. President's Serve The board meetings are back to the second Wednesday of each month. The meeting locations will rotate so if you wish to attend, please contact Bob Walsh bobwalsh10@comcast.net or A reminder to all NVTA team Captains!! Your team members must be NVTA members in order to join your team!!! Membership info is on our website. Once again in August we will be hosting one of the USTA Adult Districts. There are four such events each year and the winning team from each level moves on to the Section in Carmel. For the first time all four events

2 will be held at the same time. The dates are August 13-15, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We will need volunteers for both the Adult Districts AND the Annual Tennis Classic to monitor the water, setup each morning, take down each night, help the officials, etc. Or if you can't volunteer, perhaps you could donate a case of water bottles. If you would like to be one of the volunteers, please contact Bob bobwalsh10@comcast.net. -Bob Walsh, President We Welcome New and Renewed Members Eva Marie Kelly Diane Barker Amy Rogers Franz Riedel Tom and Elaine Hoff & family (Rachel, Jonathan, David, Samuel) Laurie Gholson Elena Jackson Brandon Rugg Yvonne Bell Rhonda Mottern USTA Tennis Classic to be Held Fourth of July Weekend Once again, Starmont Winery has generously offered to sponsor our tournament by donating bottles of wine and silver platters for the winners and finalists. On the Fourth of July weekend we will host our 33rd Annual Napa Valley Tennis Classic and this year it has been named one of the NTRP Grand Slam tournaments of Northern California. This means that all players will receive double NTRP points. Last year we had the largest number of entries (363) in the history of the event originally called "The Beringer". Enter Today!! Click on the link in Quick-links in teh sidebar of this newsletter. Friday Night Tennis!

3 Hey players! Get ready for some Fun Friday Night Tennis! Matt Forbes had volunteered to head up mixed doubles round robin on the THIRD FRIDAY night of each month starting June 18 through October. Warm up at 5:30pm and Matt will put teams together as they arrive. All levels are welcome for fun, friendly tennis. Space is limited to to the top eight courts so Matt at to reserve a space. Drop ins are welcome, space permitting. Please bring balls, appetizers and drinks to share. Donation for NVTA court improvement projects of $5 requested! Deck and Canopy Update Hey Members, Take a look at all the work that has been going on by our incredible group of volunteers. Rebuilt canopy at court 5. Mark Stuart is the Project Director, Phil Lampe is the Painting Contractor, The lumber movers are Al Facchini, Til Noeggerath, Dick Giusto and Bob Walsh, The destruction crew was Mark, Al & Bob. Observation Deck next to court 8. This was donated by Fred Facchini, installed by him with the help of Al Facchini, Dick Giusto, Zdenek Zahradnicek, Larry Gable, Aaron Blakeley and Barbara Woodbridge's sons, Fischer and Cameron. Thanks guys!! Small deck in front of storage shed, donated by Fred Facchini, installed by Fred, Al & Bob. What a great group we have!! Many thanks to everyone who helped with these projects.

4 SNMWTL Ladies League News The Sonoma/Napa/Marin Women's Tennis League (SNMWTL) is gearing up for the season to begin in September. So far, NVTA will be fielding 3 teams: A-3, B-1, and B-2. In addition to these three teams, the League is offering a B-3 division for entry-level players. Rosters and checks are due to the Club Rep by 21 June. Interested players should contact Nancy Gardner at or ngondrycreek@gmail.com.

5 Pictured from bottom to righttove Robinson, Jean Montgomery, Diane Jensen, Barbara Pahl, Nancy Gardner, Dolly Grupalo, Carol Redpath, Diana Corrigan, Carol Cole, Peggy Smith, and Maureen Cox. "B-2 team members at Awards Luncheon." For more information on the League, please contact Nancy Gardner at or League practices and matches are held weekday mornings. End of Season Ladies League Luncheon Jan Gelow ReportsOnce again the board did a lovely job. Lots of fun and lots of prizes. And the food was better this year than in years past. Five of us from the B1 team went, we came in third over all in this league. We sat with some members from the NVTA A-3 team and 3 out of the 8 of us won great prizes!! Bev Holdsworth won a $200 gift certificate to Athleta Catalog, Sharon Howell won a $200 gift certificate to Nordstrom and Jane Cunningham won a $300 gift certificate to Nordstrom's. Ladies! How can you lose??!! Don't miss the luncheon next year!!!

6 Tournament to Benefit Health Roots On behalf of our event sponsors, Napa Pain Institute and Rocca Family Vineyards, we are pleased to invite you to participate in the 2nd Annual HealthRoots Tennis Classic! This year's event will take place Friday, July 23 through Sunday, July 25, 2010 with a number of activities including tennis clinics, doubles play, and a Proam tournament - all complimented by great food and wine! Our venue hosts this year include both Silverado Resort and Napa Valley Country Club.

7 All proceeds from this event will benefit HealthRoots, The Foundation for Global Health and Community Development. HealthRoots, founded by Dr. Eric Grigsby and Dr. Mary Rocca, is currently engaged in providing hospice, palliative, and dental care, as well as medical education in Malawi, Central Africa. To confirm your participation and pre-register for this event, please contact Gennyfer Santel by phone ( ) or Upon finalization of the complete event details, additional information, including a Registration Form, will be provided. Gennyfer Santel Director, Healthcare Communications and Marketing Napa Pain Institute Thank you in advance for your support! Captain's Corner Captain Jan Edwards Reports-The 3.5 B team aka "Slick Chicks" has had a fantastic season so far, we are undefeated at 5-0! Unfortunately, we have a few rainout matches to contend with, but we are hoping we have reached the end our rainy season! Looking forward to finishing up the last of our matches and possibly making it to playoffs in July. Slick Chicks are: Sheila Chapman, Susan Collins, Jane Cunningham, Susie Davis, Jan Edwards, Esther Guardardo, Phyllis Harris, Sharon Harris, Kim Hocker, Marie Kelly, Whitney Miller, Anna Nobel, Kim Phinney, Susan Savino, Sue Smith, Karen Waite, Nancy Waldeck, and Kathleen Williams Captain Lorraine Fazzolare Reports-The Women's 4.0 team has had a great season. We have a lot of new players this year from Calistoga, Napa, St. Helena and Sonoma. We've been able to hold our own against the tough teams of NVCC and Rancho Solano (the Green Valley team is still giving us trouble.) With only two matches to go, we're confident that we will end the season in playoffs! 4.0 Team members Jenny Yamakawa and Diane Barker, on left, are smiling after a thrilling three set win over their opponents from Ranch Solano. Head Pro Rick Hanover Offers Programs for Everyone This Summer Get out on the courts with Rick and improve your game! Check the NVTA website for schedules and fees. Our head professional Rick Hanover is a Level 1 USPTA certified instructor. His objective is to provide cutting-edge instruction for all levels and ages. He has been perfecting his craft for over 20 years. Before coming to NVTA in 2005, Rick was an assistant at the Napa Valley CC and Meadowood Resort. At the 2008 NorCal USPTA fall conference, he was a featured speaker/presenter. He has led numerous teams to sectional and national championships and worked with the top junior players in the area such as Phillip Holbrook, Quin Hirshon, Daniella Mirda and Justyn Thomas. Private, semiprivate and group lessons are offered throughout the week for both junior and adult students.

8 The Junior program incorporates a specially designed teaching experience for ages 4-18 and all levels. The classes are year round with both school and summer seasons. The following is a break down of both age and level to accommodate everyone. For registration or questions please call Rick at Mighty Mites - Ages 4-7 This program introduces children to basic tennis strokes and handeye coordination skills with an emphasis on fun! We offer a small student/pro ratio for faster and safer learning. Grass Roots - Ages 8-17 This introductory class starts from the ground up. Forehand and backhand ground strokes, volleys along with the serve are taught. Skill building games make the game fun and easy to learn. Our goal is to prepare students for beginning match play. Most students attend two or more days per week to accelerate their level. Please bring a racquet and wear proper tennis shoes. Tournament Preparation Class (entry into class is based on skill not age) An intermediate level class designed to prepare players for tournaments and H.S. team. Student must be able to rally 20 baseline shots in a row to qualify for this level. Progressive strokes, spins and court strategy are the main focus. Supervised match play Friday's 12:30-2:30 included. Tournament Players This fast paced and hard hitting class is for the advanced level player. Pro level strokes and strategies are emphasized. Maximizing a players potential is our goal. Attendance must be approved by Rick or Ross. For adults (18 and up) with a $100 yearly membership in the Napa Valley Tennis Association, we have numerous USTA leagues for both men and women of all ages and levels. We also offer the Napa Sonoma Marin League for ladies who can play during the day. There will be a new beginner ladies league beginning this fall along with a local Napa Valley team format consisting of a singles and doubles team from levels For more information or to express your interest please call Cardio Tennis "Hit" your target heart rate while hitting lots of different balls and shots. This one hour fast paced drill to music is designed for all skill levels except those who are new to tennis. It is a great way to work up a sweat and make new friends without pressure of competition. Class meets Monday nights at 6pm. New session starts June 21 thru August 2 (no class July 5). Cost is $90 for session or $20 to "drop-in" if space is available. Please call Rick to sign-up! Beginning Tennis This one hour class offers a small student per instructor ratio for lots of special attention at an affordable price. Our head pro Rick will put you on the right path for success in this six week program. Grips, strokes and basic strategy for singles and doubles will be covered. New session starts Friday, June 18 at 10am. Only $96 to learn a sport for a lifetime and make new friends. Call Rick at to register. Update Your Contact info Online! Hey members, you can now access the complete NVTA membership directory online. Simply log onto napatennis.org, look in the lower left corner for "CD login". Your username is the first letter of your first name followed by your last name. (Example: bwalsh). The password is Then go to "user menu" where you can click on member list or click on "your details" to edit your own phone # and address. Adult Summer Camps at NV College Competitive Tennis Camp for Adults (age 18 and over). Tuesdays and Thursdays June 15 - August 7. 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm NVC Tennis Courts Instructor: Dr. Rebecca Thompson For more information: thompsontennis@sbcglobal.net or call: This class is for those students who have tennis experience and are either competitive now or wanting to join the local circuit. We will work on-court strategy for singles and doubles and have

9 matches during the class time. We will also work technique for those who are having particular stroke problems. Those players 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0 and greater are welcome to register for class. Payment must be received prior to the first day of class to determine that we have enough players to make the class viable. Those who are beginners (and intermediates without competitive desire) will be encouraged to register for the regular NVC Tennis Class on Monday/Wednesday nights from 5:30-7:30 pm. Local Cover Girl! Check out the 2010 cover of Friend at Court, the official USTA rules booklet, to see Jodi Levy in action calling lines! Sportabout is the Place! The NVTA Board would like to thank Tom Steinman, the owner/manager of Sportabout for all the help he provides the NVTA. Tom tells us that this is a great time to demo rackets. He has more than 60 demos available along with GREAT DEALS on last year's models. Also a reminder that Sportabout has the largest selection of comfort footwear in the Valley includingtevas, Birkenstocks, Crocs etc. And many shoes are on the clearance shelf right now! Sportabout 3204 Jefferson St., Napa phone

10 Coffee Sales to Help The Vintage Athletic Booster Club Help support Vintage High athletes by purchasing a new blend of coffee, courtesy of Napa Valley Roasters. The cost for a 12-ounce bag is $14. A percentage of the proceeds will go to the Vintage Athletic Booster Club. To make a purchase, Kirk Premo, president of the Vintage Athletic Booster Club, at kpremo@sbcglobal.net, or Bob Frappia at btfrappia@sbcglobal.net. Please Close the Gates!!! If you are the last to leave the courts, please make sure the gates are closed and locked. We have found them left open overnight several times recently as well as the clubhouse doors. Vandalism has been a big problem in the past and we have spent a great deal of money on secure fencing and motion lights. PLEASE help keep your courts in good condition by locking up! None of us want extra repair expenses, right? The NVTA Court Reporter newsletter will be published monthly. Please submit articles and photos to Bev Wilson. See you on the courts! beverly wilson napa valley tennis association beverlyw ilson@comcast.net w eb: w w.napatennis.org