THE RACQUET
  the official newsletter of  Timberhill Tennis Club

Timberhill Tennis Club is a members-owned club whose mission is to provide its members with a superior tennis facility and to maintain a welcoming and friendly community for the enjoyment of social and competitive tennis.
President's Parley
by Donna Keim
TTC President
We thought we'd take advantage of our video capability this month, so click this amazing link to view a special video message from Donna!
From the Clubhouse
by Hunter Lipscomb
Director of Tennis Operations
  Spring is always a fun time around the club-the grounds look fresh and green, we get to do fun maintenance projects to get the place ready for summer, and we get to host lots of tennis!  Aside from some USTA matches, men's 4.5 OTA  continue reading
Colby's Corner
STAYING FIT ON THE ROAD
by Colby Jager, USPTA
  As summer approaches, many families go on long vacations.  Vacations can be a great time for many players to take a break from on the court.  For some however, it can be used as a time to continue staying fit and actively preparing...... click here to read 
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topMay 2015
Club News
Melanie's May Madness
Friday Night Mixed
Timberhill Video of the Month
Grip Pressure!
by Hunter Lipscomb, USPTA
Click here so Hunter can tell you all about it!
Where's Timmy?
Timmy the Timberhill Tennis Ball had a fun April, making lot of friends at the Corvallis Sports & Healthy Living Expo!  Here he is shown playing around with his new buddies from the Corvallis Knights!
Club News

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SHOES!!

  We have always been able to order tennis shoes (still can, almost any brand!), but now we are stocking the newest in tennis footwear from Head--the men's and women's models of the Revolt Pro.  This is a great-looking shoe with a 6-month sole guarantee,a and is very supportive and performance-oriented.   We have a wide range of sizes to try on for both men and women, so come in and take a pair for a spin.  Oh, by the way, our retail price is $20 LESS than Tennis Warehouse!  

 

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USTA LEAGUE NEWS

   The feedback was mostly positive regarding the "One Weekend" leagues in April.  Though we didn't advance any teams to Sectional Championships, we competed  hard in every division and represented the club well.   At the moment, there are no matches coming up to promote, but we will be fielding a 40+ Women's 3.5 team, and will publish the schedule as soon as it's available.  Spectators are always welcome to come out and support the teams!

 

 

Our 4.0 Women's 18 & Over team at their "Grease"-themed 

season finale, a win over Bend!

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AUTOPAY REMINDER

  If you're not already taking advantage of it, I encourage you to enroll  in TTC's automatic payment program.  We can put your bill on an automatic monthly credit card charge, or bank debit.  No more late fees or check writing!  Contact any staff member for details. 

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NEW RACKETS TO TRY!

  New to the shop this week are demos of the Prince Premier and Premier 105L. These racquets are great mid-range racquets, with the wider string patterns that are so popular now.  These sticks can be used by a variety of players, depending upon the type of string and tension used.  Come and check one of these out!

 

GRIPS

  As more warm days start to appear, it might be time to take a look at the condition of your racquet's grip.  Is is getting slippery when you sweat or looking worn?  Come in for an assessment, and we can replace that worn grip with a new one or an overgrip in about 5 minutes!

 

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT:  PRINCE PREMIER TOUCH STRING

   Looking for a string that is softer than soft?  This high-end multfilament string from Prince might just fit the bill.  It was built mimicking the ribboned braiding of natural gut fibers, and has tested very very high on the comfort scale in the playtests we've read.  If you have elbow pain, this could be of help to you.    Remember, a softer string is typically a more powerful string, so if you are a topspin grinder or swing for the fences, this might not be the string for you.  If you're looking for maximum comfort, though, and don't mind a little help producing depth, Prince Premier Touch might be worth looking into.  An added bonus is that it comes in 17, 16, and 15L gauges, so you can use it in one of those HOT new Prince or Head frames with the wider string patterns.

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OREGON SENIOR WOMEN'S SPRING TOURNAMENT
   There are still some spots available for Melanie's May Madness, TTC's Oregon Senior Women Spring Tournament. So grab a partner and come and have a fun filled day. This 3.5+ playday will be on Tuesday May 12, 2015 at 9:30 am till Noon. So come on out for another fun filled day of tennis.  Contact Darlene Topping to register or for more information.  Looking forward  to seeing all of you!
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FRIDAY NIGHT MIXED 

  Don't forget to sign up for Friday Night Mixed in May!  We'll be playing on Friday May 29 this month, and it is adult mixed doubles from 6:30 to 8:00 pm with an informal dessert potluck to follow.  We've been getting a full three courts for this the past couple of months, so save your spot early!  Look for signups in the lobby, or save your spot now!   

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MEMBER REFERRAL GIFT!

  Remember, lasting until the end of July, refer a new member to the club

and receive a FREE case of ProPenn tennis balls (that's a case,

folks!  24 cans!).  Look for other fun incentives as the year progresses, and thanks for helping spread the word about our great game and great club!

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JIMSAM COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP

  TTC is proud to again be affiliated with the JimSam College Scholarship, which is awarded annually to a graduating high school senior who has demonstrated hard work and commitment in the game of tennis while providing service and leadership within Timberhill Tennis Club and the local tennis community.  The annual scholarship value is $2000.  Selection criteria include:  academic achievement, a professional resume, essay, professional interview, and TTC pros' evaluation of sportsmanship, commitment, and positive impact within tennis.  Applications are available on our website, and the application deadline is June 1, 2015.  For more information about the scholarship, or to make a tax-deductible contribution to the JimSam College Scholarship Fund, contact Hunter.

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LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

  Don't forget to "like" us on Facebook!  Be the first to hear about upcoming events, watch tennis tips from our pro staff, and chat with other members about what's going on at the club.  You can also get in on occasional special pro shop deals specific to our Facebook friends!

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Club Calendar

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May

Fri 1: Rookie League 6:30-7:45

Wed's: Women's League 6:30 

Thu's: Men's League 7:45

Tue 12: OSWTA Melanie's May Madness 9:30-1:30

Wed-Fri 13-15: MVC High School District Tournament

Mon 18: TTC May Board Meeting, 6:30-8:30

Fri 29: Friday Night Mixed 6:30-8:30  

 

 

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 June

Thu 4: Men's League (Spring Final) 7:45

Sat 6: Women's League (Spring Final) 7:45  

Fri 5: Junior Spring Clinics End

Fri 5: Rookie League 6:30-7:45

Mon 15: Summer Junior/Adult Clinics begin

Mon 15:  TTC June Board Meeting, 6:30pm

Thu 25: Men's League (1st of Summer) 7:45 

Fri 26: Rookie League 1:30-2:45

Fri 26 : Friday Night Mixed

Fri 26: Rallyball 2:45-3:45

Fri 26: Rookie League 1:30-2:45

 July

 

Thu's: Men's League 7:45

Wed-Thu,8-9: Pacific Western Junior Challenger (All Day)

Fri 10: Rookie League  1:30-2:45

Sat 11: TTC Annual Cookout, 4-7.

Fri 17: Friday Night Mixed 6:30-8:30

Fri 24: Rallyball 2:45-3:45

Fri 24: Rookie League 1:30-2:45

Sat 25: Summer Rookie Tournament (All Day)

Fri July 31-Sun Aug 2:  Corvallis Champs Tournament (All Day)

 

 
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From The Clubhouse
  
 


  Spring is always a fun time around the club-the grounds look fresh and green, we get to do fun maintenance projects to get the place ready for summer, and we get to host lots of tennis!  Aside from some USTA matches, men's 4.5 OTA matches, and the MWC high school district tournament, we are also hosting our annual Melanie's May Madness senior women's event and serving as a rain site for the OSAA 3A-2A-1A state high school championships!  To get prepared for all of that, we'll be pressure cleaning the outdoor courts in May, hanging the windscreens, and opening up the ventilation in both indoor buildings.  A huge thank-you should go out this time of year to Rick Campbell and Al Haunold, who both put quite a bit of time into mowing grass and controlling weeds around the club. 

  Another transition we'll have this spring is on our staff.  We lose two long-time employees who have been very valuable to us.  Kyler Shields and Patrick Foley both graduate from OSU in June and will be moving on to jobs in their fields of study (Kyler in Information Technology, and Patrick in engineering).  Kyler has been our weekday opener and court maintenance man for the past three years.  He has been reliable and thorough, and has done an outstanding job maintaining our courts and clubhouse and getting the place ready for play each morning.  Mitch Winstanley will be taking over Kyler's duties from this summer forward.  Patrick has been with us since he started at OSU, and has proven to be one of the hardest workers I've ever employed.  He always does what is asked of him with a smile, and brings great enthusiasm and energy to everything he does, from starting Men's Leagues to running Junior Clinics. He's developed greatly as an instructor, learning from our other staff members, and occasionally teaching us something new!  Andrew Pritchard will be filling the void left by Patrick starting in May (Andrew will get the full introduction in next month's newsletter!).  So be sure to wish Kyler and Patrick the best of luck as they "graduate" from Timberhill into the next phase of their lives!

  

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COLBY'S CORNER:  Staying Fit On The Road

 

  As summer approaches, many families go on long vacations.  Vacations can be a great time for many players to take a break from on the court.  For some however, it can be used as a time to continue staying fit and actively preparing for competitive tennis. Carrying with you a jump rope and a stretching band can serve as the only fitness equipment you will need on the road.  Spend some time each day jumping rope and stretching while mixing in push-ups, lunges, planks, and squats for a complete workout.  I would also add some interval training into your routine, but this can be done separate from all the other exercises.

 

  Week long routine: Alternate routines each day

 

Day 1: Complete four sets of the following.  Rest for one minute after each set.  Stretch for 6 minutes after completion. 

  • 75 jumps on the jump rope
  • 10 push ups
  • 25 sit ups
  • 10 lunges on each leg
  • 20 air squats
Day 2: Interval training
  • Run/jog for 30 seconds, then jog/walk for 30 seconds
  • Complete this interval 10-15 times

  Be sure to continue your normal eating habits while on the road.  It's easy to take a vacation from healthy eating, but this can be deterred if you plan ahead.  Bring snack with you to the airport or in the car ride.  Mark destinations for meals on your map that include healthy options.  Understand, that it's important to take time off from the tennis court, but a competitive tennis player can always find big improvement in the smallest of opportunities.

 

 

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TTC Board and Staff
Board of Directors
  Donna Keim, Pres
  Michael Freeman, V. Pres
  Cathy Frischmannn, Treas
  Sammi Lehmann, Sec
Members at Large
  Brad Teel
  Ray Topping
  Carol Warloe
  Rosco Huebner
  Cliff Feldman


 Administration
Hunter Lipscomb,
  Dir. Tennis Operations
Colby Jager, Hannah King,
Patrick Foley, David Mildrexler
  Assistant Pros
Newsletter
Gary Watson,  watsog@comcast.net
Web and Office
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  www.timberhilltennis.com
Office 541-753-1043
Timberhill Tennis Club | 2775 NW 29th Street I Corvallis, Oregon 97330