Neither snow, nor rain hindered Naresh Rao from biking to tennis on Wednesday for his tennis. Naresh is very dedicated and participates in Mansour’s clinics and private lesson each week. He certainly demonstrated good mental toughness while making the trek to Princeton Racquet Club.
Super Bowl week is one of the favorite weeks at Princeton Racquet Club. Prior to Super Bowl Sunday, most of the adult and juniors in the clinics will play “Super Bowl Tennis”. Just like football, you want to be in possession of the ball (serve). The focus of the game is to earn enough downs (by…
The USTA Middle States announced that the Princeton Racquet Club will be designated as a 2016 USTA MS Premier Facility. Thirty four facilities and organizations were recognized this year for providing many of the programs that the USTA offer for it’s communities. PRC has received this distinction every year since it’s inception in 2013 for it’s continued…
After two weeks of exciting matches, the finals of the Australian Open are set. The women’s final between Serena Williams and Angelique Kerber will be broadcast on ESPN on Saturday, January 30 at 3:00 am. Andy Murray will try to upset Novak Djokovic in the men’s final, which will be shown on Sunday at 3:00 am on…
There was as much activity in the lobby today as there was on the courts today. After Friday match play, friends gathered to surprise Deb Castoldi on her birthday. Shortly after, the PRC Topspinners welcomed Kate Lakritz back after double foot surgery and then celebrated their victory against Nassau Racquet Club in the 3.5 USTA League. Isn’t tennis a wonderful…
Princeton Racquet Club is proud to present it’s new website. Chek here for weather and programming information, special events, tips and anything that will enhance your life or tennis game. We look forward to your comments and suggestions. Special thanks to John LeMasney, who guided us through the process with patience and helped us to create…
The USTA Adult League Meeting for captains of women’s team was conducted on January 25th at Princeton Racquet Club. Judy Vogt, League Coordinator for the 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5 leagues, organized the teams and Sharon Narsiff, NJD coordinator, presented new league rules for the upcoming season. The USTA league captains meeting for the Women’s 18 & Over 4.0,…
Auggie’s Tennis Tips during the Winter: As you can see, I dress warmly when it is cold. Remember, dress warmly while traveling to PRC and for your pre match warm up. Wear layers so that after your warm up, you can remove a layer. It is important to keep your muscles warm to avoid injury.…
Australian at PRC! The aftermath of the blizzard didn’t hinder the women in the Monday match play from participating at the club. Doubles teams worked on the Australian formation. This is a great way to mix it up while playing. Assuming all players are right handed, the following tips would apply. From the deuce side,…
What are the priorities of your tennis shot? It is recommended that they be consistency, placement, depth, spin and pace/power, and in that order! Most club and junior players believe that the quickest way to improve their level is to add pace to the ball. Note, pace is the last priority of the five. Watch…