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1 NVTA Committed to Promoting Tennis in the Napa Valley may Vol 1, Issue 1 In This Issue President's Serve We Welcome New and Renew ed Members Membership Directory Spring Fling Kicks Off the Season Pix of the Fling SNMWTL Ladies League New s Membership Report NVTA Mixed 7.0 Team Ends on a High Note! Blue Devils Take Second Place at Districts 3.5 Men End a Great Season Wheelchair Event New s Summer Camps at NV College Red White and Blue for July Sportabout is the Place! Cardio Tennis is Back! Save the Date for the Classic!! Seaside Tennis Event For Men and Women 70+ 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 w ebsite Turkey Trot Entry Form 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 We just installed new windscreens on the North side of courts 1 & 2. We will begin to remove and replace parts of the canopy at court 5 to match the new one at court 4. Volunteers are welcome. 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. How about someone to do a BBQ for the players? If you would like to be one of the volunteers, please contact Bob bobwalsh10@comcast.net. Howard Dickenson, a life member passed away on April 10th. The family welcomes friends to a celebration of his life at their home on May 6th. Our condolences to his wife Dawne. Our sympathy also goes to Cheryl Sweeny whose husband Todd passed away recently. -Bob Walsh, President We Welcome New and Renewed Members Whitney Miller phone: (559) Karen Dahl Gail Silverman Greg Knoblock M. & K. Barberena Membership Directory 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. Spring Fling Kicks Off the Season The annual Spring Fling was held Sunday, April 25th under sunny skies. Thanks to Matt Forbes for organizing the fun Round Robin. The courts were full, the pot-luck food as usual was spectacular and it was a great chance for folks to meet each other. Thanks to all who participated! Pix of the Fling

SNMWTL Ladies League News The 2009-2010 Sonoma/Napa/Marin Women's Tennis League season ended in a

After winning the second half, the team had to play the first-half winner-wikiup--for the year-end

3 SNMWTL Ladies League News The Sonoma/Napa/Marin Women's Tennis League season ended in a dramatic play off for NVTA'S B-2 team (pictured at left). After winning the second half, the team had to play the first-half winner-wikiup--for the year-end title. It was a tough match; Wikiup squeezed through with a 4-3 win. All in all it was a fun season for NVTA's B-2 team despite the many rainouts.

4 Kathy Hess, the team's stalwart captain, handled it all with humor and grace. We had a great season! Thanks so much from your Captain Kathy Hess and Co-Captain Barbara Pahl The A-3 and the B-1 teams each came in fourth out of a field of twelve teams in their respective divisions. Good job ladies! The League matches are not easy, to say the least. On May 12, the League luncheon will be held at the Sheraton in Petaluma. Each year awards are given to the teams that come in 1st and 2nd at each level. In addition, the captains vote for the Captain of the Year in each division. In 2009, Kathy Hess was the pick for the B-2s, and in 2008 Jean Montgomery was honored. Let's see who wins it this year! --ng For more information on the League, please contact Nancy Gardner at ngondrycreek@gmail.com, or League practices and matches are held weekday mornings. Membership Report The board thanks the 200 members who have renewed their memberships. If you are one of the 60 members who have not renewed, please send your renewal check to: NVTA, P. O. Box 2225, Napa, CA Dues are $ 100 for individuals and $125 for families. Thank you! NVTA Mixed 7.0 Team Ends on a High Note! Captain Mike Ball Reports-Great news from the courts, We did not finish the season winless!!! Our final match pitted two teams, ours and Vacaville's, in a titanic struggle to see who would finish the season with it's only win. I'm very happy to report that team with the win was the Napa team! Under really threatening skies, all three matches began. Mike Ball and Nancy Coursen won at #1 doubles, 6-2, 2-6, 6-2; so then it was up to numbers 2 and 3 to decide the match. Chris and Chrissy Robbins seemed to have the # 3 match well in hand, as they led 5-3 in the first set of their match, then the unthinkable happened. Chris severely strained his calf muscle making a heroic save on a smash heading for the corner of the court. After icing down the injured limb, Chris bravely decided to continue the match, Actually, it was at the insistent urging of his partner, Chrissy, who was heard to utter the encouraging words, " stop belly-aching, you big baby, and get out there and play!" Compromised as he was, Chris resolutely soldiered on. They finished off the second set 6-3, but Chris obviously wasn't the same player. The team lost the second set by the same score 6-3 and they went to a ten point tie-breaker. Chrissy tried to cover as much court as she could for her badly-limping partner; but the Vacaville squad took great advantage of his limited court coverage and pulled out the tie-breaker, So now it was down to the # 2 doubles team to determine which team finished in last place.

5 Frank Lazerotto and Elizabeth Henderson had dropped the first set of their match 7-5, but both set their jaws and prepared to reverse that outcome in the second set; with Elizabeth turning into an absolute beast at the net, and Frank running down every shot from the Vacaville duo, they stemmed the tide and won the second set 6-4. The fate of both teams would be decided in the third set. The match was played evenly until the score stood 4-4. Then Frank and Elizabeth summoned every ounce of energy and determinedly dove into the end game. As it turned out they had faced and bested the best that the Vacaville twosome had to offer and closed out the match, 6-4. Talk about ending the season on A HIGH NOTE! Blue Devils Take Second Place at Districts Wow, what a weekend!! The Napa 3.5 Senior Ladies aka "Blue Devils" had three fun days of extremely challenging tennis, played in almost perfect conditions! Friendships were started, some continued, and new bonds formed. The MVP's for the weekend were Chris Moore and Hunter Hollingsworth, who played a phenomenal three set match on Sunday - (along with being undefeated on our team). I don't think I have EVER seen players dig so deep and try so hard to win a match (which they did)..you both were truly inspirational!!! To sum it up - Friday we lost 1-2, Saturday we won 2-1 ( at this point we were in SECOND PLACE).. But lost 1-2 on Sunday. I overheard someone saying that this years District teams seemed stronger than in the past. Understatement of the year! The ending scores were so close that the number one team Petaluma, only won by 2 matches! Third and forth places were so close that it boiled down to number of sets lost. Win or lose, it was a fantastic weekend. A special thanks to all our

Susie Savino, Sue Smith, Karen Waite, Kathleen Williams, Debby Wright. 3.5 Men End a Great Season Captain Phil Lampe ReportsThe 3.5 Senior team had a great run this year.

6 Napa friends and teammates that cheered us on!!! Blue Devils are : Pam Bellefeuille, Ruth Berggren, Sheila Chapman, Jane Cunningham, Jan Edwards, Cindi Glasier, Esther Guarduado, Phyllis Harris, Hunter Hollingsworth, Joni Kelly, Chris Moore, Susie Savino, Sue Smith, Karen Waite, Kathleen Williams, Debby Wright. 3.5 Men End a Great Season Captain Phil Lampe ReportsThe 3.5 Senior team had a great run this year. We won the league regular season with a 12-2 record and then won the playoffs. Districts was a bit disappointing, but we played well and had our chances in several matches. Our small group of guys just ran out of gas in the end. We ended up 1-2 at Districts, due to a DQ from the team from Cuppertino. Everyone contributed this year and I think had a great time. Special mention to John Liles and Harold Zagunis for winning 2 matches at Districts. Looking forward to next season at 4.0. Wheelchair Event News NVTA member and USTA official, Nancy Baty, reports from the most recent wheelchair event held in Pensacola, Florida- We had 9 out of the top 10 wheelies in the world competing at an ITF $24,000 event. These players are amazing. They even shake hands BEFORE their matches, maybe we should all do the same. Summer Camps at NV College 1) Adult Competitive Tennis Camp Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 pm Two 4-week sessions: Fee for one session = $65.00 Fee for both sessions=$95.00 Session #1 June 15th - July 8th Session #2: July 13th - Aug 5th

7 2) Kids Summer Tennis Camp Saturdays 9:00-11:30 am Six weeks: June 19th - July 31st (no class on July 3) Fee: $75.00 per child Ages: ) High School Competitive Tennis Camp Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00-11:00 am Fee: $85 per high school student Six weeks: June 15th - July 22nd Red White and Blue for July The patriot flowers have been planted and will be in full bloom for the Tennis Classic on the Fourth of July. Once again we thank our board members for their efforts. Barbara Pahl and Bruce Lamoreaux, Mark Glickstein, Lis MacDonald, John Blasingame, Al & Fred Facchini and of course, our President, Bob Walsh.. 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

Cost is still only $90 for the six week session. Drop-in for $20 if space is available. Also, don't forget to check out the Junior program Spring/Summer schedule coming soon to the NVTA website.

8 Cardio Tennis is Back! Adult Cardio Tennis is back starting Monday, April 12th at 6pm. "Hit" your target heart rate while hitting a tennis ball. This one hour fast paced drill to music is designed for all skill levels. Very limited space available so sign up early by calling our head pro Cost is still only $90 for the six week session. Drop-in for $20 if space is available. Also, don't forget to check out the Junior program Spring/Summer schedule coming soon to the NVTA website. Save the Date for the Classic!! 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".

0 Those who do not have an NTRP rating may self rate USTA membership not required Players must be at least 70 years old by Dec.

9 Seaside Tennis Event For Men and Women 70+ Come Out and Play! Participation Guidelines Men's and Women's 7.0 Combine ratings may not exceed 7.0 Those who do not have an NTRP rating may self rate USTA membership not required Players must be at least 70 years old by Dec. 31, 2010 Teams must have at least 4 players Schedule of Events Check in:9:00 Warm Up 9:15-9:30 Round Robin 9:30-12:30 Lunch-noon Awards and Photos 1:00pm Meadowbrook Tennis Club, 1553 Kimball Ave, Seaside, CA For more information, call Georgia Autorino

10 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

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

NVTA Committed to Promoting Tennis in the Napa Valley June 2010 - 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