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On-court emotions require limits to preserve dignity of tennis
When do outbursts of positive reinforcement and self-praise become bad behavior?
April 2005 -- by Tim Heckler, USPTA CEO
Since we are dealing so much with modern tennis in our magazines and educational programs, it has raised debate as to whether all of the changes have actually been good for the game. The modern game continues to intrigue me, and I’m amazed at the differences – some drastic and some subtle – in shots and all else, including behavior.
As an 18-year-old player, I wore all white, played with a wood racquet and executed traditional shots.[More]
| Personalize public relations for USPTA and yourself
by Harry Gilbert, USPTA vice president
March 2005 -- As I prepare to write this article, I am attending the CMAA convention representing USPTA. Our Association has a manned booth at this trade show and a representative of our Association (me) attending various functions and networking with CMAA representatives. This is one of many public relations initiatives of USPTA.[More]
| Tennis Across America Program Guide
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| They call me Mr. Tennis
by Jill Phipps, USPTA staff writer
March 2005 -- What’s in a name? Sometimes the answer is as clear as the path one has chosen in life.
Sally Ride, a former tennis instructor and nationally ranked junior, reportedly wanted to become a professional player as a young girl. Instead she took the ultimate ride, blasting into space and the history books (as the first American woman to orbit Earth).[More]
| Public speaking, like coaching, requires training
by Jack Groppel, Ph.D.
March 2005 -- Question: I am aware that you and your business partner, Jim Loehr, have made professional presentations for many years throughout the world. As a person who wants to improve his speaking skills and present at conventions like our USPTA World Conference, what tips do you have?
Answer: Your question is definitely worthwhile to discuss in this column, but due to its broad nature, I will use a few columns to provide a response.
The first question I always ask is, “Why do you want to speak professionally?” Specifically, you need to ask yourself why you want to speak at the World Conference.[More]
| International member goes the extra mile for the game
by Jill Phipps, USPTA staff writer
March 2005 -- Spain has a won a stellar tennis reputation by giving rise to international stars such as Moya, Ferrero and Sanchez-Vicario.
Those who argue that a sport is only as successful as its preachers and teachers would also include Luis Mediero in the company of champions.
This USPTA Master Professional has dedicated his adult life to making the world a little smaller, but bigger on tennis.[More]
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