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Stay tuned; our upcoming Fun Tennis Tournament and Mixer is scheduled for the second Saturday in May 2006. Registration begins on May 1, 2006.
During the Summer, we offer tennis tournaments and mixers on a monthly basis.
Please bookmark this site for easy reference and check back on May 1, 2006 to register.
Join us for a fun filled morning. Here's a great opportunity to test your skills, have fun, play and network with other tennis players in the group and make new tennis contacts for both recreational and competitive play. (Page down for registration info and how to pay)
Click here to view previous tournament mixer photos
Where: Santa Clara High School Tennis Courts(reserved for our exclusive use ~ tennis courts are in pristine condition, newly resurfaced and not open to the public)
Address: 3000 Benton St, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Click here for door to door driving directions
Where to park? Enter the school gated fence and continue to the rear of the school and park. The school tennis courts are reserved for our private use.
Tournament starting time: 9:00 AM sharp ~ please plan to arrive 15 minutes early so that we can start on time and inform you of tournament rules and match you up with a tennis partner if you don't have one.
Approximate end time: about 12 noon or 1 PM
Tournament format:
Doubles round robin changing partners and opponents (open to all players 2.5 rated and higher)
One singles court is open to 3.5 and up players
Singles format is determined by the number of participants and will be announced on the court.
Prizes are awarded three deep to doubles and only 1st place prize to singles tournament players. Please note: all winners need to be present to receive their prizes. If you are not present, we will give the prize to the person with the next highest total accummulated points.
Page down for instructions on how to rate yourself based on the NTRP (National Tennis Rating Program) Rating System.
Registration Fee: $15 per person, includes new tennis balls, drinks (juice, water, etc) and light snacks (bananas, apples, granola bars, etc).
Please note: payments are non-refundable but are transferable to another person.
In case you paid and can not participate, your payment registration is transferable to another person but is nonrefundable. Register early as space is limited. Advance registration and payment required. Payment must be received no later than: Friday November 18, 2005.
Please email us to let us know: a) how many people you are registering for b) include all registrants' names c) rated levels d)contacts and e) if you are registering for doubles or singles tournament.
Advance registration is required so that we will have an exact count of the number of participants which will help us to effectively plan and organize this event.
Sorry, no event day registration.
How to Pay
(1) To pay with PayPal (there's a $1 PayPal processing fee added if you choose to pay with PayPal), Sign-up for a PayPal account or Log-in and send payment; Please note: we can only accept PayPal payments that are funded by a checking account. We can not accept credit payments with PayPal. ($16 per person if paid using PayPal), to timpham95051@gmail.com
Alternatively, you can pay using your online banking by sending a bank check. Some popular online banking are
Washington Mutual, Citibank, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and US Bank. Most online banking are free and do not charge a usage fee. Hence, if you use online banking to send a check, the event cost is $15 per person.
Please click here to email Tim for the payment address.
Please print your PayPal receipt and bring it to the tournament for entry.
or
(2) To pay by personal check or money order, please send your registration information including all (1) registrants' names and email(s) (2) rated levels, and (3) contacts directly by email - Click here to email Tim if you would like to pay by check or money order for the payment address, OR you can arrange to meet Tim to make payment in person.
Please plan ahead if you are mailing your payment. Payment must be received no later than:
Friday November 18, 2005
A receipt will be provided upon payment. An email will confirm your payment and registration. Please print your email receipt and bring it to the tournament for entry.
Event organizers: Jim Gorman (USTA Certified Tournament Director and Tennis Instructor) and Tim Pham (TennisMixer.com founder) 408.449.1602
Jim Gorman is our Tournament Director (USTA Certified), and he's also a USTA certified professional Tennis Instructor with 30 years of teaching and coaching experience. He is currently the head coach for both the men's and women's tennis at Santa Clara High School. Page down to the bottom of the page to read Jim's Bio and teaching experience.
If not already a member, click here to join the South Bay Tennis (SBT) Group! Free to join. Our short link is tennisMixer.com Please tell a friend or two about us.
Bonus: We'll have onsite massage available by Dr. Jen ( a Chiropractic Doctor) for those interested.
=============================================================
Frequently asked questions:
- What happens if it rains on tournament day?
You will be contacted by email / phone if it rains. We will postponed the event and you will received credit for another tournament date. Credit must be used within three months from the time it was issued.
- Do I have to be present to receive my prize?
Yes. All winners need to be present to receive their prizes. If you are not present, we will give the prize to the person with the next highest total accumulated points.
- Given this is a Doubles format, can we bring our own partner?
YES, it's also ok if you dont' have a partner; we'll match you up with a partner who's at a comparable skill level as you.
- Is this a round robin switch off partners or same partners stay together and play till lose?
We'll determine the format based on the number of participants to be announced on court.
- Are there prizes for the winning team?
YES, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes/awards
- Is this $15 per person, $30/team (TWO PERSONS)?
YES
- How many teams are expected?
NOT SURE YET, WE ARE LOOKING AT 14 DOUBLES TEAMS AND ONE COURT IS DEDICATED TO SINGLES 3.5 AND UP
- When will the draw be made available?
ON COURT OR THE DAY BEFORE THE EVENT WHEN WE DETERMINE THE EXACT NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
- On the doubles format: is it single elimination (regular draw) or double elimination? JIM GORMAN WILL DETERMINED BEST FORMAT BASED ON NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
- Is there going to be mixed doubles event?
MIXED DOUBLES COMBINED WITH SAME SEX DOUBLES
- How many can I sign up? Can I sign up for Singles, Men's Doubles and Mixed Doubles events?
SINGLES & DOUBLES ARE SIMULTANEOUS SO YOU CAN SIGN UP FOR EITHER DOUBLES OR SINGLES, NOT BOTH - $15 PER PERSON FOR EITHER
-Are there awards for EACH event? YES, awards/prizes 3 DEEP FOR DOUBLES, only 1st place award for singles
Still have a question? Click here to email Tim directly
===============================================================================
Rate yourself - NTRP (National Tennis Rating Program) Rating
Rating given to a tennis player based on his/her skill level. Group lessons, leagues, and tournaments are usually set up so that players with the same (or similar) NTRP ratings play together. Some leagues (like the USTA) require your self-rating to be confirmed by an official NTRP verifier.
The following may be used as a guide for self-rating:
1.0
This player is just starting to play tennis
1.5
This player has limited experience and is still working primarily on getting the ball into play
2.0
FOREHAND: Incomplete swing; lacks directional intent BACKHAND: Avoids backhands; erratic contact; grip problems; incomplete swing SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Incomplete service motion; double faults common; toss is inconsistent; return of serve erratic VOLLEY: Reluctant to play net; avoids BH; lacks footwork PLAYING STYLE: Familiar with basic positions for singles and doubles play; frequently out of position
2.5
FOREHAND: Form developing; prepared for moderately paced shots BACKHAND: Grip and preparation problems; often chooses to hit FH instead of BH SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Attempting a full swing; can get the ball in play at slow pace; inconsistent toss; can return slow paced serve VOLLEY: Uncomfortable at net especially on the BH side; frequently uses FH racket face on BH volleys SPECIAL SHOTS: Can lob intentionally but with little control; can make contact on overheads PLAYING STYLE: Can sustain a short rally of slow pace; weak court coverage; usually remains in the initial doubles position
3.0
FOREHAND: Fairly consistent with some directional intent; lacks depth control BACKHAND: Frequently prepared; starting to hit with fair consistency on moderate shots SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Developing rhythm; little consistency when trying for power; second serve is often considerably slower than first serve; can return serve with fair consistency VOLLEY: Consistent FH volley; inconsistent BH volley, has trouble with low and wide shots SPECIAL SHOTS: Can lob consistently on moderate shots PLAYING STYLE: Consistent on medium-paced shots; most common doubles formation is still one-up, one-back; approaches net when play dictates but weak in execution
3.5
FOREHAND: Good consistency and variety on moderate shots; good directional control; developing spin BACKHAND: Hitting with directional control on moderate shots; has difficulty on high or hard shots; returns difficult shot defensively SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Starting to serve with control and some power; developing spin; can return serve consistently with directional control on moderate shots VOLLEY: More aggressive net play; some ability to cover side shots; uses proper footwork; can direct FH volleys; controls BH volley but with little offense; difficulty in putting volleys away SPECIAL SHOTS: Consistent overhead on shots within reach; developing approach shots, drop shots; and half volleys; can place the return of most second serves PLAYING STYLE: Consistency on moderate shots with directional control; improved court coverage; starting to look for the opportunity to come to the net; developing teamwork in doubles
4.0
FOREHAND: Dependable; hits with depth and control on moderate shots; may try to hit too good a placement on a difficult shot BACKHAND: Player can direct the ball with consistency and depth on moderate shots; developing spin SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Places both first and second serves; frequent power on first serve; uses spin; dependable return of serve; can return with depth in singles and mix returns in doubles VOLLEY: Depth and control on FH volley; can direct BH volleys but usually lacks depth; developing wide and low volleys on both sides of the body SPECIAL SHOTS: Can put away easy overheads; can poach in doubles; follows aggressive shots to the net; beginning to finish point off; can hit to opponent's weaknesses; able to lob defensively on setups; dependable return of serve PLAYING STYLE: Dependable ground strokes with directional control and depth demonstrated on moderate shots; not yet playing good percentage tennis; teamwork in doubles is evident; rallies may still be lost due to impatience
4.5
FOREHAND: Very dependable; uses speed and spin effectively; controls depth well; tends to overhit on difficult shots; offensive on moderate shots BACKHAND: Can control direction and depth but may break down under pressure; can hit power on moderate shots SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Aggressive serving with limited double faults; uses power and spin; developing offense; on second serve frequently hits with good depth and placement; frequently hits aggressive service returns; can take pace off with moderate success in doubles VOLLEY: Can handle a mixed sequence of volleys; good footwork; has depth and directional control on BH; developing touch; most common error is still overhitting SPECIAL SHOTS: Approach shots hit with good depth and control; can consistently hit volleys and overheads to end the point; frequently hits aggressive service returns PLAYING STYLE: More intentional variety in game; is hitting with more pace; covers up weaknesses well; beginning to vary game plan according to opponent; aggressive net play is common in doubles; good anticipation; beginning to handle pace
5.0
FOREHAND: Strong shot with control, depth, and spin; uses FH to set up offensive situations; has developed good touch; consistent on passing shots BACKHAND: Can use BH as an aggressive shot with good consistency; has good direction and depth on most shots; varies spin SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Serve is placed effectively with the intent of hitting to a weakness or developing an offensive situation; has a variety of serves to rely on; good depth, spin, and placement on most second serves to force weak return or set up next shot; can mix aggressive and off-paced service returns with control, depth, and spin VOLLEY: Can hit most volleys with depth, pace, and direction; plays difficult volleys with depth; given opportunity, volley is often hit for a winner SPECIAL SHOTS: Approach shots and passing shots are hit with pace and a high degree of effectiveness; can lob offensively; overhead can be hit from any position; hits mid-court volley with consistency; can mix aggressive and off-paced service returns PLAYING STYLE: Frequently has an outstanding shot or attribute around which his game is built; can vary game plan according to opponent; this player is 'match wise,' plays percentage tennis, and 'beats himself' less than the 4.5 player; solid teamwork in doubles is evident; game breaks down mentally and physically more often than the 5.5 player
5.5
This player can hit dependable shots in stress situations; has developed good anticipation; can pick up cues from such things as opponent's toss, body position, backswing, preparation; first and second serves can be depended on in stress situations and can be hit offensively at any time; can analyze and exploit opponent's weaknesses; has developed power and /or consistency as a major weapon; can vary strategies and style of play in a competitive situation.
6.0
This player has mastered all the above skills, has developed power and/or consistency as a major weapon; and can vary strategies and styles of play in a competitive situation. This player typically has had intensive training for national competition at junior or college levels.
6.5
This player has mastered all of the above skills and is an experienced tournament competitor who regularly travels for competition and whose income may be partially derived from prize winnings.
7.0
This is a world class player.
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Jim Gorman's Bio and Teaching Experience
Jim is a USTA certified professional Tennis Instructor. Jim brings over 30 years of teaching and coaching experience to share. He's currently a head coach for both the men's and women's tennis at Santa Clara High School.
Player Accomplishments:
USTA National Ranking Men's 40's Singles #30
1999 National Ranking Men's 40's Doubles #5,
1999 NCTA Men's Open Doubles Ranked # 3
1996. ATP Association of Tennis Professionals #658 Doubles
1985. NCTA Men's Open Ranking Singles and Doubles
1977-1985. CSUH NCAA Div. II All-American Tennis Team
1979 & 1980. CSUH NCAA Div. II Tennis Team 3rd Nationally
1980 CSUH NCAA Div. II National Ranking Singles #10 Doubles #3.
Certifications:
USPTR National Tester/Workshop Leader 1992- 2000.
USPTA Professional 1 since 1990.
USPTR Professional since 1988 USRSA
Certified Racquet Stringer since 1989.
NTRP Verifier 1989-2001.
USTA NCTA Tournament Director/Referee for sanctioned tournaments since 1982-2001
Teaching history/experience:
5/99 - present Imperial Courts Tennis Club - Aptos, CaliforniaPosition: Director of Tennis / Head Tennis Pro
2/98 – 10/00 Los Altos Golf & Country Club - Los Altos, CaliforniaPosition: Tennis Pro Part Time
2/97 - 11/97 Peninsula Golf & Country Club - San Mateo, CaliforniaPosition: Director of Tennis / Pro Shop Manager
6/87 - 12/96 Los Gatos Swim & Racquet Club - Los Gatos, CaliforniaPosition: Head Tennis Pro / Pro Shop Owner
1982- 1995 Kona Kai Swim & Racquet Club - Santa Clara, CaliforniaPosition: Head Tennis Pro / Pro Shop Owner
1981 – 1983 Monta Vista High School- Cupertino, CaliforniaPosition: Boy's & Girls Varsity Tennis Coach
1977 – 1983 DeAnza Racquet Club - Cupertino, CaliforniaPosition: Owner & Manager Tennis Pro Shop
"My passion is building a successful tennis program. I pride myself in the ability to increase the integrity and demonstrate the positive values of participation in Tennis at all levels.
My greatest personal satisfaction is derived from creating an enjoyable environment to help players improve well past their initial goals. I enjoy demonstrating the positive values I learned participating in collegiate athletes and coaching professionals and amateurs. This experience has created a life long tennis career for myself.
My coaching philosophy is based on a complete understanding of teaching specific tennis skills. These skills include the fundamentals of on and off the court drills using exercises that have proven to increase tennis performance rapidly with winning strategies. These are enhanced by specific optic techniques personally developed to improve dynamic depth perception and motor coordination. I thoroughly enjoy playing tennis and have coached numerous teams and players to a national level of competition. My teaching style incorporates an enthusiastic hands-on approach that engages in continuous research to allow players to experience the positive values of tennis."~ Jim Gorman
Consider joining us at our tennis clinics and tournaments to improve your game and meet other players in the group.
Stay tuned; our upcoming Fun Tennis Tournament and Mixer is scheduled for the second Saturday in May 2006. Registration begins on May 1, 2006.
During the Summer, we offer tennis tournaments and mixers on a monthly basis.
Please bookmark this site for easy reference and check back on May 1, 2006 to register.
Join us for a fun filled morning. Here's a great opportunity to test your skills, have fun, play and network with other tennis players in the group and make new tennis contacts for both recreational and competitive play. (Page down for registration info and how to pay)
Click here to view previous tournament mixer photos
Where: Santa Clara High School Tennis Courts(reserved for our exclusive use ~ tennis courts are in pristine condition, newly resurfaced and not open to the public)
Address: 3000 Benton St, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Click here for door to door driving directions
Where to park? Enter the school gated fence and continue to the rear of the school and park. The school tennis courts are reserved for our private use.
Tournament starting time: 9:00 AM sharp ~ please plan to arrive 15 minutes early so that we can start on time and inform you of tournament rules and match you up with a tennis partner if you don't have one.
Approximate end time: about 12 noon or 1 PM
Tournament format:
Doubles round robin changing partners and opponents (open to all players 2.5 rated and higher)
One singles court is open to 3.5 and up players
Singles format is determined by the number of participants and will be announced on the court.
Prizes are awarded three deep to doubles and only 1st place prize to singles tournament players. Please note: all winners need to be present to receive their prizes. If you are not present, we will give the prize to the person with the next highest total accummulated points.
Page down for instructions on how to rate yourself based on the NTRP (National Tennis Rating Program) Rating System.
Registration Fee: $15 per person, includes new tennis balls, drinks (juice, water, etc) and light snacks (bananas, apples, granola bars, etc).
Please note: payments are non-refundable but are transferable to another person.
In case you paid and can not participate, your payment registration is transferable to another person but is nonrefundable. Register early as space is limited. Advance registration and payment required. Payment must be received no later than: Friday November 18, 2005.
Please email us to let us know: a) how many people you are registering for b) include all registrants' names c) rated levels d)contacts and e) if you are registering for doubles or singles tournament.
Advance registration is required so that we will have an exact count of the number of participants which will help us to effectively plan and organize this event.
Sorry, no event day registration.
How to Pay
(1) To pay with PayPal (there's a $1 PayPal processing fee added if you choose to pay with PayPal), Sign-up for a PayPal account or Log-in and send payment; Please note: we can only accept PayPal payments that are funded by a checking account. We can not accept credit payments with PayPal. ($16 per person if paid using PayPal), to timpham95051@gmail.com
Alternatively, you can pay using your online banking by sending a bank check. Some popular online banking are
Washington Mutual, Citibank, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and US Bank. Most online banking are free and do not charge a usage fee. Hence, if you use online banking to send a check, the event cost is $15 per person.
Please click here to email Tim for the payment address.
Please print your PayPal receipt and bring it to the tournament for entry.
or
(2) To pay by personal check or money order, please send your registration information including all (1) registrants' names and email(s) (2) rated levels, and (3) contacts directly by email - Click here to email Tim if you would like to pay by check or money order for the payment address, OR you can arrange to meet Tim to make payment in person.
Please plan ahead if you are mailing your payment. Payment must be received no later than:
Friday November 18, 2005
A receipt will be provided upon payment. An email will confirm your payment and registration. Please print your email receipt and bring it to the tournament for entry.
Event organizers: Jim Gorman (USTA Certified Tournament Director and Tennis Instructor) and Tim Pham (TennisMixer.com founder) 408.449.1602
Jim Gorman is our Tournament Director (USTA Certified), and he's also a USTA certified professional Tennis Instructor with 30 years of teaching and coaching experience. He is currently the head coach for both the men's and women's tennis at Santa Clara High School. Page down to the bottom of the page to read Jim's Bio and teaching experience.
If not already a member, click here to join the South Bay Tennis (SBT) Group! Free to join. Our short link is tennisMixer.com Please tell a friend or two about us.
Bonus: We'll have onsite massage available by Dr. Jen ( a Chiropractic Doctor) for those interested.
=============================================================
Frequently asked questions:
- What happens if it rains on tournament day?
You will be contacted by email / phone if it rains. We will postponed the event and you will received credit for another tournament date. Credit must be used within three months from the time it was issued.
- Do I have to be present to receive my prize?
Yes. All winners need to be present to receive their prizes. If you are not present, we will give the prize to the person with the next highest total accumulated points.
- Given this is a Doubles format, can we bring our own partner?
YES, it's also ok if you dont' have a partner; we'll match you up with a partner who's at a comparable skill level as you.
- Is this a round robin switch off partners or same partners stay together and play till lose?
We'll determine the format based on the number of participants to be announced on court.
- Are there prizes for the winning team?
YES, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes/awards
- Is this $15 per person, $30/team (TWO PERSONS)?
YES
- How many teams are expected?
NOT SURE YET, WE ARE LOOKING AT 14 DOUBLES TEAMS AND ONE COURT IS DEDICATED TO SINGLES 3.5 AND UP
- When will the draw be made available?
ON COURT OR THE DAY BEFORE THE EVENT WHEN WE DETERMINE THE EXACT NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
- On the doubles format: is it single elimination (regular draw) or double elimination? JIM GORMAN WILL DETERMINED BEST FORMAT BASED ON NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
- Is there going to be mixed doubles event?
MIXED DOUBLES COMBINED WITH SAME SEX DOUBLES
- How many can I sign up? Can I sign up for Singles, Men's Doubles and Mixed Doubles events?
SINGLES & DOUBLES ARE SIMULTANEOUS SO YOU CAN SIGN UP FOR EITHER DOUBLES OR SINGLES, NOT BOTH - $15 PER PERSON FOR EITHER
-Are there awards for EACH event? YES, awards/prizes 3 DEEP FOR DOUBLES, only 1st place award for singles
Still have a question? Click here to email Tim directly
===============================================================================
Rate yourself - NTRP (National Tennis Rating Program) Rating
Rating given to a tennis player based on his/her skill level. Group lessons, leagues, and tournaments are usually set up so that players with the same (or similar) NTRP ratings play together. Some leagues (like the USTA) require your self-rating to be confirmed by an official NTRP verifier.
The following may be used as a guide for self-rating:
1.0
This player is just starting to play tennis
1.5
This player has limited experience and is still working primarily on getting the ball into play
2.0
FOREHAND: Incomplete swing; lacks directional intent BACKHAND: Avoids backhands; erratic contact; grip problems; incomplete swing SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Incomplete service motion; double faults common; toss is inconsistent; return of serve erratic VOLLEY: Reluctant to play net; avoids BH; lacks footwork PLAYING STYLE: Familiar with basic positions for singles and doubles play; frequently out of position
2.5
FOREHAND: Form developing; prepared for moderately paced shots BACKHAND: Grip and preparation problems; often chooses to hit FH instead of BH SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Attempting a full swing; can get the ball in play at slow pace; inconsistent toss; can return slow paced serve VOLLEY: Uncomfortable at net especially on the BH side; frequently uses FH racket face on BH volleys SPECIAL SHOTS: Can lob intentionally but with little control; can make contact on overheads PLAYING STYLE: Can sustain a short rally of slow pace; weak court coverage; usually remains in the initial doubles position
3.0
FOREHAND: Fairly consistent with some directional intent; lacks depth control BACKHAND: Frequently prepared; starting to hit with fair consistency on moderate shots SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Developing rhythm; little consistency when trying for power; second serve is often considerably slower than first serve; can return serve with fair consistency VOLLEY: Consistent FH volley; inconsistent BH volley, has trouble with low and wide shots SPECIAL SHOTS: Can lob consistently on moderate shots PLAYING STYLE: Consistent on medium-paced shots; most common doubles formation is still one-up, one-back; approaches net when play dictates but weak in execution
3.5
FOREHAND: Good consistency and variety on moderate shots; good directional control; developing spin BACKHAND: Hitting with directional control on moderate shots; has difficulty on high or hard shots; returns difficult shot defensively SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Starting to serve with control and some power; developing spin; can return serve consistently with directional control on moderate shots VOLLEY: More aggressive net play; some ability to cover side shots; uses proper footwork; can direct FH volleys; controls BH volley but with little offense; difficulty in putting volleys away SPECIAL SHOTS: Consistent overhead on shots within reach; developing approach shots, drop shots; and half volleys; can place the return of most second serves PLAYING STYLE: Consistency on moderate shots with directional control; improved court coverage; starting to look for the opportunity to come to the net; developing teamwork in doubles
4.0
FOREHAND: Dependable; hits with depth and control on moderate shots; may try to hit too good a placement on a difficult shot BACKHAND: Player can direct the ball with consistency and depth on moderate shots; developing spin SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Places both first and second serves; frequent power on first serve; uses spin; dependable return of serve; can return with depth in singles and mix returns in doubles VOLLEY: Depth and control on FH volley; can direct BH volleys but usually lacks depth; developing wide and low volleys on both sides of the body SPECIAL SHOTS: Can put away easy overheads; can poach in doubles; follows aggressive shots to the net; beginning to finish point off; can hit to opponent's weaknesses; able to lob defensively on setups; dependable return of serve PLAYING STYLE: Dependable ground strokes with directional control and depth demonstrated on moderate shots; not yet playing good percentage tennis; teamwork in doubles is evident; rallies may still be lost due to impatience
4.5
FOREHAND: Very dependable; uses speed and spin effectively; controls depth well; tends to overhit on difficult shots; offensive on moderate shots BACKHAND: Can control direction and depth but may break down under pressure; can hit power on moderate shots SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Aggressive serving with limited double faults; uses power and spin; developing offense; on second serve frequently hits with good depth and placement; frequently hits aggressive service returns; can take pace off with moderate success in doubles VOLLEY: Can handle a mixed sequence of volleys; good footwork; has depth and directional control on BH; developing touch; most common error is still overhitting SPECIAL SHOTS: Approach shots hit with good depth and control; can consistently hit volleys and overheads to end the point; frequently hits aggressive service returns PLAYING STYLE: More intentional variety in game; is hitting with more pace; covers up weaknesses well; beginning to vary game plan according to opponent; aggressive net play is common in doubles; good anticipation; beginning to handle pace
5.0
FOREHAND: Strong shot with control, depth, and spin; uses FH to set up offensive situations; has developed good touch; consistent on passing shots BACKHAND: Can use BH as an aggressive shot with good consistency; has good direction and depth on most shots; varies spin SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Serve is placed effectively with the intent of hitting to a weakness or developing an offensive situation; has a variety of serves to rely on; good depth, spin, and placement on most second serves to force weak return or set up next shot; can mix aggressive and off-paced service returns with control, depth, and spin VOLLEY: Can hit most volleys with depth, pace, and direction; plays difficult volleys with depth; given opportunity, volley is often hit for a winner SPECIAL SHOTS: Approach shots and passing shots are hit with pace and a high degree of effectiveness; can lob offensively; overhead can be hit from any position; hits mid-court volley with consistency; can mix aggressive and off-paced service returns PLAYING STYLE: Frequently has an outstanding shot or attribute around which his game is built; can vary game plan according to opponent; this player is 'match wise,' plays percentage tennis, and 'beats himself' less than the 4.5 player; solid teamwork in doubles is evident; game breaks down mentally and physically more often than the 5.5 player
5.5
This player can hit dependable shots in stress situations; has developed good anticipation; can pick up cues from such things as opponent's toss, body position, backswing, preparation; first and second serves can be depended on in stress situations and can be hit offensively at any time; can analyze and exploit opponent's weaknesses; has developed power and /or consistency as a major weapon; can vary strategies and style of play in a competitive situation.
6.0
This player has mastered all the above skills, has developed power and/or consistency as a major weapon; and can vary strategies and styles of play in a competitive situation. This player typically has had intensive training for national competition at junior or college levels.
6.5
This player has mastered all of the above skills and is an experienced tournament competitor who regularly travels for competition and whose income may be partially derived from prize winnings.
7.0
This is a world class player.
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Jim Gorman's Bio and Teaching Experience
Jim is a USTA certified professional Tennis Instructor. Jim brings over 30 years of teaching and coaching experience to share. He's currently a head coach for both the men's and women's tennis at Santa Clara High School.
Player Accomplishments:
USTA National Ranking Men's 40's Singles #30
1999 National Ranking Men's 40's Doubles #5,
1999 NCTA Men's Open Doubles Ranked # 3
1996. ATP Association of Tennis Professionals #658 Doubles
1985. NCTA Men's Open Ranking Singles and Doubles
1977-1985. CSUH NCAA Div. II All-American Tennis Team
1979 & 1980. CSUH NCAA Div. II Tennis Team 3rd Nationally
1980 CSUH NCAA Div. II National Ranking Singles #10 Doubles #3.
Certifications:
USPTR National Tester/Workshop Leader 1992- 2000.
USPTA Professional 1 since 1990.
USPTR Professional since 1988 USRSA
Certified Racquet Stringer since 1989.
NTRP Verifier 1989-2001.
USTA NCTA Tournament Director/Referee for sanctioned tournaments since 1982-2001
Teaching history/experience:
5/99 - present Imperial Courts Tennis Club - Aptos, CaliforniaPosition: Director of Tennis / Head Tennis Pro
2/98 – 10/00 Los Altos Golf & Country Club - Los Altos, CaliforniaPosition: Tennis Pro Part Time
2/97 - 11/97 Peninsula Golf & Country Club - San Mateo, CaliforniaPosition: Director of Tennis / Pro Shop Manager
6/87 - 12/96 Los Gatos Swim & Racquet Club - Los Gatos, CaliforniaPosition: Head Tennis Pro / Pro Shop Owner
1982- 1995 Kona Kai Swim & Racquet Club - Santa Clara, CaliforniaPosition: Head Tennis Pro / Pro Shop Owner
1981 – 1983 Monta Vista High School- Cupertino, CaliforniaPosition: Boy's & Girls Varsity Tennis Coach
1977 – 1983 DeAnza Racquet Club - Cupertino, CaliforniaPosition: Owner & Manager Tennis Pro Shop
"My passion is building a successful tennis program. I pride myself in the ability to increase the integrity and demonstrate the positive values of participation in Tennis at all levels.
My greatest personal satisfaction is derived from creating an enjoyable environment to help players improve well past their initial goals. I enjoy demonstrating the positive values I learned participating in collegiate athletes and coaching professionals and amateurs. This experience has created a life long tennis career for myself.
My coaching philosophy is based on a complete understanding of teaching specific tennis skills. These skills include the fundamentals of on and off the court drills using exercises that have proven to increase tennis performance rapidly with winning strategies. These are enhanced by specific optic techniques personally developed to improve dynamic depth perception and motor coordination. I thoroughly enjoy playing tennis and have coached numerous teams and players to a national level of competition. My teaching style incorporates an enthusiastic hands-on approach that engages in continuous research to allow players to experience the positive values of tennis."~ Jim Gorman
Consider joining us at our tennis clinics and tournaments to improve your game and meet other players in the group.
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