There was a surprise guest at PRC today. Terry Lopes, who moved to Las Vegas two years ago, stopped by to say hi. The PRC staff, pros and several players all enjoyed her visit and appreciated that memorable laugh that we have missed hearing on the courts.
The weather for the USTA Intersectional Championships held in Texas was not ideal as it rained all day on Tuesday with showers on the other days. There were over 285 participants, with teams representing ages groups starting with the 35’s and ending with the 80’s. Jane Huff, a member of the 75 and over team,…
Princeton Racquet Club was victorious during the match between Sue Gunther and Kate Lakritz’s teams today that competed in the USTA 3.5 18 and over league. The toughest opponents one may face are those that are from their own club, sometimes with your friend on the other side of the net. It is a challenge…
Good luck to Jane Huff, who will be representing USTA Middle States team (75 and over) in the National Intersectional Championships in San Antonio, TX next week. Jane has competed in the last two championships. Jane practiced today with the Thursday 11:00 clinic and we are excited for her opportunity.
The women representing the Monday A team plus all of the players for the two match plays exhibited the spirit of Halloween today during their competition. The points were scary good on all courts. Special congrats to Helena and Elaine, who demonstrated that you can play great in costume, as well as Hanako, Chiyoko, Kate…
The popular USTA Mixed Doubles League started last weekend. Two PRC teams are represented in the 7.0 18 and over league, captained by Reva (PRC 007) and Edwin (PRC Pacers). The teams compete on Saturday nights at 8:30 pm and matches continue through January. The USTA Mixed 40 and league will begin in February. Edwin…
The Monday A Team was in a pinch for today’s match at EBRC because most players were unavailable. Thanks to Captain Lori P and the many players who worked together to provide a full team for competition. Thanks to Jane, Rana, Beth and Col for subbing. It was a total team effort!
A new sport is being introduced at PRC and new players, as well as experienced players, are getting the opportunity to play Pickleball. Pickleball is a combination of tennis, ping pong and badminton. It is played on a smaller tennis court, with a paddle and hard whiffle ball. Players are encouraged to go toward…
It was another gorgeous day for outdoor tennis, so many of the clinics and contract players played outside today. How fortunate to get in a few more days of tennis on the clay courts with perfect conditions playing and learning with friends.
Participants of the Monday 12:30 match play “insisted” on playing outside on the lovely clay courts. Beautiful, colorful trees served as the back drop for the matches. What a gorgeous day! The outdoor courts (clay and hard) are available for play/rental.