Youth Progression
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Youth Progression

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Gamifying the Game In addition to playing right-sized tennis with modified racquets, balls and courts, kids in Colorado will soon track their own points from earning “stars” and “trophies” as they progress through the 10 and Under Youth Tennis Tournament Pathway. Beginning in January 2018, Colorado and the Intermountain Section will implement the national Youth Progression…

HighFIVE: Parker Tennis Club

HighFIVE: Parker Tennis Club

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The following HighFIVE profile appears in the 2017 Fall/Winter issue of Colorado Tennis newspaper. For visionary Barry Riddle, bringing quality tennis to the Parker community is a passion. Barry’s been in the industry for 40 years as a collegiate player, a teaching professional, Head Sports Manager, and now as general manager and majority owner for the highly anticipated…

Support Colorado Kids on Colorado Gives Day
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Support Colorado Kids on Colorado Gives Day

ByLisa Schaefer

Your gift to the Colorado Youth Tennis Foundation will help provide player scholarships and program grants that benefit kids from economically challenged families throughout the State. Data shows that youth who play tennis are physically active, more successful in school, develop stronger social connections and are more self-confident.  By scheduling your donation today, you’ll help ensure…

HighFIVE: Ginger Phillips

HighFIVE: Ginger Phillips

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The following HighFIVE profile appears in the 2017 Fall/Winter issue of Colorado Tennis newspaper. There are people you meet who live a busy life and add in a little tennis to get some exercise, keep the competitive juices flowing or add to their social lives. But for Ginger Phillips, a top–notch league player and teaching professional, tennis is…

Vicky Matarazzo, a Colorado legend
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Vicky Matarazzo, a Colorado legend

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A true tennis angel has returned to the heavens. It is with great sadness that USTA Colorado shares the news that Colorado’s long-time Special Olympics tennis director, Vicky Matarazzo, has passed away. Vicky’s legacy of helping people will live on long past her death. “She is a saint,” says Fritz Garger, Executive Director of USTA…

HighFIVE: Ron Steege

HighFIVE: Ron Steege

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The following HighFIVE profile appears in the 2017 Fall/Winter issue of Colorado Tennis newspaper. Running successful tennis programs isn’t the only thing that makes Ron Steege, Director of Tennis at Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club, stand out among those making an invaluable impact on Colorado tennis. It’s the fact that he’s willing to challenge a highly successful program…

USTA Wyoming looking for Executive Director
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USTA Wyoming looking for Executive Director

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Wyoming Tennis Association seeks a motivated, energetic and dynamic individual to serve as the association’s Executive Director, Junior Development and District League Coordinator with the goal of increasing both junior and adult participation in the sport of tennis.  This is a full-time position based within the State of Wyoming. This individual serves at the pleasure of…

HighFIVE: Natalia & Daniel Smith

HighFIVE: Natalia & Daniel Smith

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The following HighFIVE profile appears in the 2017 Fall/Winter issue of Colorado Tennis newspaper. In our pressure-filled world where heavily burdened schedules can sometimes cause families to barely check in with one another, it’s a pleasure to get to know the Smith family. Including parents Charles and Magdalena, and children, 15-year-old Natalia and 12-year-old Daniel, this family is…

It’s All in the Wrist

It’s All in the Wrist

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Is wrist pain hurting your tennis game? Wrist injuries are common among tennis players. The biomechanics of the wrist are amongst the most complex of any joint in the body and play an integral role in every tennis swing. The slightest bit of discomfort can significantly hinder your tennis game. by IMRANCHOUDHRY, M.D./ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES Tendon…

HighFIVE: Jackie Jones

HighFIVE: Jackie Jones

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The following HighFIVE profile appears in the 2017 Fall/Winter issue of Colorado Tennis newspaper. The future of tennis depends on more than great coaches, dedicated players or a steady line up of leagues and tournaments. The future also relies on maintaining the integrity of the sport, which is what drives Colorado’s own Jackie Jones. Jackie was chosen as…