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A. TIPS FOR NEW JUNIOR PLAYERS AND THEIR PARENTS

1. Do you have any advice concerning sportsmanship?

Yes. Sylvia A. Gothard, current President of the Chicago District Tennis Association and a USPTA Master Professional, has written a wonderful piece entitled "Sportsmanship at the Tennisfest." Following are highlights of her suggestions as to how one can be a "good sport" on the court:

• Introduce yourself to your opponent.

• Compete at your highest level all of the time and let the chips fall where they may. Your self-esteem is not linked to the outcome of the match.

• Be proud of yourself for competing.

• A ball that is 99% out is 100% in. When in doubt, always give the point to your opponent.

• If you make an error on a call, correct it right away.

• During the warm-up, hit with control and warm-up all of your strokes. This is not the time to hit the ball away from your opponent. (Save your winners for when it counts!)

• It is the server's responsibility to clearly call the set score before the start of the game and the game score before the start of each point. If the server does not call the score, the receiver should confirm the score so there is no misunderstanding.

• After each point, return the balls to the server; not at or away from him or her.

• If the serve is a let, the receiver should return the ball back to the server and not wait for the server to retrieve another ball.

• Any out or let calls must be made right away. If you wait until the end of the point, the point stands as played.

• Conduct yourself in a manner that makes the match enjoyable for your opponent.

• Avoid conflict with your opponent by concentrating on what you are doing. How are you going to play the next point? Are you breathing regularly and deeply? These things eliminate negative energy.

• If you respond to negative energy from your opponent, you create conflict.

• Swearing, racket throwing, abuse of the facility and court equipment, and gamesmanship will not be tolerated. Be aware of the USTA's Point Penalty System. This system will be in effect for all of your matches.

•There are no reasons to lose other than what you create within yourself. Play the best you can today and you are a winner. Remember, there are always more losers than winners in match play.

• Always shake hands with your opponent. If you have anything to say, make it positive. Do not put down your opponent or your own playing.

2. If my child is just beginning to play tournaments, what tips should I give my child before playing a match?

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THE TEN COMMANDMENTS OF MATCH PLAY
1. Keep Your Cool: Don’t abuse your tennis racket or tennis balls. Don’t use abusive language. By being on your best behavior, you will always be in control of yourself and not risk subjecting yourself to warnings, code violations, point penalties, or even defaults. By not showing any emotion, you can also avoid giving your opponent extra confidence. Remember, you will almost always play better when you are in control of yourself.

2. Take Your Time: Don’t rush yourself. Take your time between points so that you can focus. Be sure to drink water every time you change sides.

3. Take Charge: Always pick up balls on the court so that you don’t trip and so that you can stay focused on your play. Do not serve unless you have two tennis balls. When you are serving, always call the score loudly and clearly before you serve each point.

4. Keep The Ball In Play: Most matches are won or lost due to too many unforced errors. Keep the ball in play!

5. Hit The Ball With Depth: By hitting the ball deep into your opponent’s court, you will keep him or her on the defensive and make him or her hit the ball short back to you. To help you hit with depth, hit the ball at least three feet over the net and beyond the service line.

6. Find And Exploit Your Opponent’s Weakness(Es): Find an hit to your opponent’s weaknesses rather than to his or her strengths.

7. Get Your First Serve In As Often As Possible: By doing so, you will keep your opponent more off balance and perhaps win some easy points. Take your time; bounce the ball. If your first serve is not working, then consider using your second serve as your first serve until you regain your confidence.

8. Play Your Game By Focusing On Hitting Your Shots, Not On Winning: By focusing on hitting your shots, you will have a better chance to win points. If you focus on winning, you won’t focus on how to hit your shots. Remember, play your game.

9. Never Let Up. Never Give Up: Try getting an early lead in the match. If you get an early lead, don’t let up. If you get behind in the match, never give up. Remember, the match isn’t over until the very last point is played.

10. Have Fun!: Always remember that tennis is a great game and a lot of fun. You’re out there to have fun. Enjoy yourself!

3. What things can I do to be a good tennis parent?

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• Stay in a cool environment as much as possible, especially just before play.

• Practice early in the morning or in the early evening when the weather is not as extreme.

• Medication: ask your doctor about any medications that you are taking with respect to its potential effect on hydration or tolerance to heat.

• Recent illness can make you more susceptible to problems in the heat.

• Sunburn: make certain that you are using sunscreen on all exposed areas of the skin when you practice and play.

• Early signs of heat illness: These include headache, nausea, dizziness, clumsiness, weakness, muscle twinges or cramps, irritability, apathy and confusion.

B. DO'S AND DON'T'S FOR TENNIS PARENTS

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