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Friends or Foe?

PRC 3.5 USTA Friday teams

Today the two 3.5 USTA teams played each other at PRC.  Looking at this photo, it would be hard to tell the opponents from the teammates.   Friends first, foes second.  Congratulations to the Topspinners who were awarded the victory after a 2-2 tie.  Great tennis.

Birthday Celebrations Continue at PRC

Mansour and Charlotte

Charlotte baked a beautiful cake and took a tennis lesson on her birthday, with her tennis pro, who was also celebrating his birthday.  Happy Birthday Charlotte and Mansour.

Happy Birthday Meryl!

Meryl Lolas

It was nice to gather and celebrate Meryl’s birthday today.  Everyone who enters and leaves the club is always greeted by Meryl’s cheery smile.  Happy Birthday, Meryl.

Register Now for the PRC Summer Tennis Camp

Junior tennis camp at Princeton Racquet Club

Registrations are now being accepted for the PRC Summer Tennis Camp at the front desk or online.  The camp is conducted for children, ages 6-17 years.  Campers will be assigned to Junior Development, Tournament Training or High Performance camps and attend morning, afternoon or all day sessions.  A kick off camp for children who have…

Does Your Game Need POP?

Babolat-POP,-the-First-Connected-Tennis-Wristband

The new Babolat POP is now available at the Pro Shop at the Princeton Racquet Club.  This is the first tennis specific device which can collect data such as swing speed, spin, shot type and style all into a PIQ score.  The POP sensor pops into a wrist band and the device is compatible with any…

Colorful Staff Reunion on “Souper” Monday

Admin Staff at PRC

It was a fun reunion for some of the staff today as they gathered with their new colorful mugs on a “souper” Monday.  Judy and Cos were delighted to be back home at PRC after attending the PTR Symposium last week.  Shown are Maria, M, Nelson, Judy, Dennis, Meryl and Lauren.

An “All Around” Good Sunday Morning at PRC

Amechi and Junior Clinic

Some juniors and adults may enjoy sleeping in on Sunday mornings, but not these dedicated tennis enthusiasts.  On Sunday 9:30 am, Ethan was taking a private lesson from JR- outside on a balmy February day.  Mansour’s game drill was full (of people and energy) and Amechi and his juniors were participating in high intensity drills.  Hope…

Improving Your Game The “Write” Way

PRC at PTR Symposium

Want to improve your game?  What do you think would help you perform better on the court – a new racquet? A new stroke? Try a notebook and pen. Those of you who participated in the mental toughness training sessions presented last spring had the experience of using a journal for various activities.  Dr. Jim Loehr,…

PRC is Well Represented at the PTR Symposium

PRC at PTR Symposium

It was another full day at the PTR Symposium. Jeremy followed up on his iTPA TPT Course from earlier in the week by taking a course by Dr Mark Kovacs tonight. In earlier sessions today, the importance of tennis and the value of using it as a vehicle to improve one’s physical, emotional  and mental…

Billie Jean King Inducted into the PTR Hall of Fame

Billie Jean King, PTR Hall of Fame

Tonight, we had the privilege of being present for the PTR Awards Banquet and the induction of Billie Jean King into the PTR Hall of Fame in Hilton Head, South Carolina. PTR is the largest global organization of teaching professionals with more than 15,000 members in 125 countries. King is the fifth inductee, joining Dennis…