Two weeks ago, the outdoor courts were filled with women from Friday match play league, dressed in sleeveless shirts and sunglasses. Today, the snow didn’t stop most of the women from participating in Friday match plays, Game drills and lessons. Both PRC teams played each other in the 3.5 USTA league at 12:30 and then had an early…
The USTA 3.0 winter league season ended today with fun matches and team parties. Thanks to the captains and players from the Alley Katz (Kate and Nancy), Cosmos (Sue), Hurricane (Catherine) and Sweet Spots (Charlotte). Congratulations to the Alley Katz who won and will advance to district championships in the summer.
The adult specialty clinics have been announced for the spring session. These clinics are very popular and serve as a great way to prepare for the upcoming USTA season. Topics include mental toughness, how to physically and mentally manage the 20 seconds between points, emphasis on the first 4 shots and playing with character. A special…
Peter Cohen is a frequent player seen on the courts at PRC – either working hard on his game in drills or playing on seasonal contract time. Today, he shared memories with Tom Chestnut, a childhood and college friend, regarding their years on a different court – basketball. Tom was in town with his teammates from…
Judging by all of the activity at PRC, Sunday is not a day of rest! Men’s groups filled the courts at 6:30 am, followed a badminton group at 7:30 am and then more adults and a dedicated group of juniors who were working hard with Palash. Great day for indoor tennis!
Thanks to the USTA Middle States and New Jersey District for this honor. Congratulations to all the members of our administrative, teaching, tournament and facility staff and all of the adults and juniors who make PRC an award winning club. Click here for more details. PRC will receive the award at the NJD Awards Banquet in April.
What a treat to be able to enjoy the record setting warm temps by playing outside on the hard courts on February 24th. Years from now, these players will remember their game of outside tennis. Players from Game Drills, Triad, private lessons, Friday match play and men’s round robin kept the courts full throughout the…
While attending the PTR Symposium each year, Cos and Judy look forward to hearing Dr Jim Loehr, who is considered to be the mental toughness expert for tennis. We have shared many topics that Dr. Loehr has designed and presented throughout the years to many juniors and adults. During the last two years, the focus has been…
Many women are taking advantage of the singles match plays and drills being offered at PRC. Coach Judy Vogt is providing lots of tips and strategies so that the singles players are aware of shot selection and positioning. If you are interested in trying a drill or participating in a singles match, please contact Judy.
It is always so rewarding for any teacher or coach to have a former junior player return after many years and visit. Cos and Judy trained Shawn McGee during his junior years in USTA tournaments and through high school. During and following his college years, he returned to PRC where he worked as a tennis professional.…