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Stonington Recreation League
George Crouse
860-538-0806
Fax: 860-884-8673 Cell
PO Box 76
Old Mystic, Connecticut
06372
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Thursday, August 7
NO-CUT COACH FINALIST FOR NATIONAL AWARD
8/7/2008 12:15:00 AM
STONINGTON, Conn. - Stonington High School girls' tennis coach George Crouse was named one of 12 finalists this week for the 2008 United States Tennis Association Starfish Award.
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The Starfish Award, which honors high school tennis coaches who implement a "no-cut" policy for their teams, will be honored at the 38th annual USTA Tennis Teachers' Conference in New York, Aug. 25.
"We are extremely proud of what George has accomplished not only because his team has been a model for competitive, championship-caliber high school programs, but because of his ability to combine success with opportunity," said Deirdre McCormack, USTA New England's Director of Community Tennis. "For every champion player Stonington produces, there are dozens more lifelong tennis players whom, if cuts had to have been made, may not have had the chance to experience a sport that they'll continue to enjoy for a long time."
Crouse was also honored in May as the Connecticut High School Coaches' Association girls' tennis coach of the year. He has coached either the boys' or girls' tennis teams at Stonington since 1973 and is 324-95 with the girls' team, which has been to three straight Class S state championship matches.
Monday, March 16
USTA Recreational Coaches Workshops for 2009
A Recreational Coach Workshop is an interactive, on-court training program designed for tennis teachers and coaches working with players at the recreational level. Each workshop is conducted by an outstanding certified tennis professional specially trained to effectively handle groups and get kids and adults to play tennis quickly in a fun and social atmosphere.
Taught by a specially trained, certified teaching professional, this active 6-hour session covers:
• Teaching large groups
• The games-based approach to coaching
• Running effective team practices
• Games and drills every coach should know
Who attends a Recreational Coach Workshop?
These workshops are an excellent primer for new coaches as well as a valuable refresher course for those with teaching experience but who seek more current methods and effective tools. Past attendees include:
• Parents seeking the basics in coaching and organizing team tennis
• Park and Recreation instructors, high school, and seasonal coaches
• Coaches teaching kids and adults who are new to the game
• Current players seeking part-time teaching jobs
Upon completion of the six-hour workshop, attendees will:
• Be eligible for the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) Developmental Coach Certification
• Be able to effectively run entry level groups and teams
• Receive access to the latest in transition ball technology and additional coaching resources
Our faculty are all certified by the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and/or USPTA and have received special training from the USTA. The USTA assigns trainers based on reasonable time and travel requirements. Once a trainer is assigned to a workshop, he or she will work with the host site director to ensure all appropriate arrangements are made for a successful workshop. Workshops must have a minimum of 20 participants.
MAY 31, 2009 - SUNDAY
Where: Village Green Tennis Courts, Peace Dale, RI
Time: 10:30am-5:00pm
Host: South County Community Tennis Association (SCCTA)
Contact: Sandy Sweet, email: sccta@aol.com ; Phone: (401)-932-9345
Cost: $15 lunch/snacks & materials included
JUNE 20, 2009 - SATURDAY
Where: Slater Park - Pawtucket, RI
Time: 9am-3:30pm
Host: Blackstone Valley Tennis Association (BVTA)
Contact: Joanne Macksoud, email: jam10scoach@aol.com ; Phone: (508) 212-8187
Cost: $15
Click here to view the complete workshop schedule.
Wednesday, March 11
USTA Adult Combo League Tennis "New" Format
Reasons why the combo league is popular?
ü Combined ratings allow friends to play together.
ü .05 rating difference provides compatible play.
ü Helps teams form if there aren’t enough players at one NTRP level.
ü Encourages outdoor play during the summer
ü Players meet new friends, stay fit and have fun.
ü Current USTA league players, this will not effect your dynamic rating!
2009 Summer Season:
Ø The league season is 8 weeks long, late Sunday afternoons, from July 12 through August 23
Ø August 29 & 30, South Kingstown Parks & Recreation will host a play off with refreshments and trophies
Ø Match schedules are determined by the individual local league coordinator, Sandy Sweet combo@ustari.org
Ø Teams are forming now, registration to add your own team for this league ends JUNE 26. However, individual player registration will be ongoing throughout the season!
Eligibility:
Ø Players must be USTA members (refer to benefit plan on www.usta.com )
Ø Players must be 19 years or older
Ø Players must register on TennisLink before playing a match
Ø Players may use a computer NTRP rating or self rate using the on line TennisLink process
Cost:
Ø League registration fee of $20 per player
Ø Court fees will be the responsibility of the Home/Hosting team.
Ø 3 New cans of tennis ball will be the responsibility of the Home/Hosting team per match.
Levels of play:
Men’s 6.5 & 7.5 and Women’s 5.5 & 7.5
Ø Maximum NTRP rating difference allowed at each level of play is .05
Ø The combined rating cannot be greater than the level of play
Ø Teams are single gender (not mixed)
Example: double combinations.
Singles players can be either 2.5 or 3.0
| 5.5 |
2.5 + 2.5 |
| NTRP level |
2.5 + 3.0 |
Example: double combinations. Singles players can be either 3.5 or 4.0
| 7.5 |
3.5 + 3.5 |
| NTRP level |
3.5 + 4.0 |
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3.0 + 4.0 or 3.0 + 3.5 |
Match format:
Ø Match format is 1 singles and 2 doubles (1D, 2D) positions
Ø Matches are best 2 out of 3 sets with a match tie break (1st to 10 by 2) in lieu of a 3rd set. At 6-6 in any set a set tie break (1st to 7 by 2) is played. Ad scoring.
Ø Matches will be allotted 2 hours to complete the match
Ø Matches are played outdoors
Team formation:
Ø The minimum number of players on a team roster is 5, but to avoid defaults a roster may have 8-10 players registered.
Ø The league coordinator will assist players in forming teams based on geographic area.
Saturday, August 23
SECCTA wins NE Sectional Jr Team Tennis 18&U Intermediate Division
Congratulations to the 2008 New England USTA
Jr Team Tennis Summer Champions!
14 & U Advanced (RI) Coach: Drew Goldstein
Team Name: The Tennis Hall of Fame, Newport, RI
14 & U Intermediate (NH) Coach: Whitey Joslin
Team Name: Mountainside, Bedford / New London, NH
18 & U Intermediate (CT) Coach: George Crouse
Team Name: Stonington Eastern Connecticut CTA, Stonington, CT
Our First Year in the League!
18 & U Advanced (NH) Coach: Barry Caron - Placed 1st in division
Team Name: Bustoff Tennis Academy, Northampton / Newmarket, NH
18 & U Advanced (ME) Coach: Luke Korzekwa - Wildcard spot - placed 2nd
Team: The Dream Team, Brunswick, ME (Maine Pines)
Next Stop Nationals in Mobile, AL in October......Good Luck Teams!
Friday, February 13
USTA Jr. Team Tennis
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What is Jr. Team Tennis?
If you love playing tennis—you’re going to love it even more as part of a team. One of the great things about the international events of Davis Cup and Fed Cup play is that those events take the decidedly individual sport of tennis and turn it into a team event. There’s a special kind of energy and excitement that results from that transformation. Even at the pro level, players like Andy, James, the Williams sisters and the Bryan brothers get especially fired up when they’re part of a team effort.
You’ve seen it—everyone does their best to make their teammates that much better. That’s what USTA Jr. Team Tennis is all about—building your game while building a team. It’s about showing your stuff—and sharing the fun.
While the object is still to outscore your opponent, Jr. Team Tennis is a different game.
The team concept adds excitement to the game, and if don’t believe players anyone who’s played in the team format, ask Bob and Mike Bryan, the official spokespersons for USTA JTT.
"We grew up playing tennis together as a team," said Bob Bryan. "USTA Jr. Team Tennis is a great way to excite young people about the game and to teach them how fun it is to play with a group."
From NCAA titles to Grand Slam champions, the Bryans might be on their way to becoming the most dominant set of tennis teammates of all time.
"Sharing the excitement and social benefits of tennis with others is one of my favorite aspects of the sport," said Mike Bryan. "Bob and I are thrilled to lend our support to the USTA Jr. Team Tennis program and the USTA, which does a great job of bringing more young people into the game."
So, you want to play and want to be part of a team. What exactly does Jr.Team Tennis mean?
JTT squads feature at least six players, are co-ed and are divided into leagues based on age and ability, from ages 10-18, and from beginners to advanced players. The format is unique and exciting: One boys’ singles match, a girls’ singles match, a boys’ double, a girls’ double and a mixed double. The winner is the team that wins the majority of the five-match series. For more information on JTT, click here.
To find a team near you, click here.
Your team has conquered the local scene, so what’s next?
JTT is a nationally-branded USTA program, so winning teams have the opportunity to take their games to the next level and advance to district, section and national playoffs. For a closer look at USTA New England's JTT program, click here.
Are you a potential coach or player looking to start a team?
Email George Today and ask how you can Participate!
Friday, February 13
Connecticut: CHSCA Selects Crouse Girl's Tennis Coach of the Year 2007
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By Hal Levy, Shore Line NewspapersSpecial to MaxPreps.com
The Connecticut High School Coaches Association has selected its 2007 coach of the year award winners. They will be presented at the annual Coaches Recognition Dinner Thursday, May 15, at the AquaTurf Club in Southington at 7 p.m.
The CHSCA also announced its major award winners, who also will be feted at the dinner. They are retired New Britain coach Ken Kezer, who will get the Tom Monahan Service Award given to those within the ranks of the CHSCA; retired UConn baseball coach Andy Baylock, who will get the Joe Fontana Distinguished Service Award given to those outside the CHSCA; Joe Madaffari of Brien McMahon-Norwalk, who will get the Past President’s Award and Mark Valenti and Diane DelRosso of the Connecticut Student Loan Foundation, who will receive the Joseph Calvanese Sponsorship Award.
Coach of the Year winners include: Larry Anderson, Tolland (baseball), Al Arrington, Wilton (boys’ tennis); George Crouse, Stonington (girls’ tennis);
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Wednesday, March 11
2009 USTA Rhode Island /SE Mass. Jr Team Tennis Summer League
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| 2008 18 & U RI Champs: South County Team |
Dates: July 3 – August 11
Ages: 14 & Under and 18 & Under
(Advanced & Intermediate Leagues)
Deadline: June 6 to register your team
Fee: $ per team.
The deadline for teams to commit to play in the 2008 USTA Rhode Island Junior Team Tennis League is Saturday, June 6th. The league is open to public and private clubs, recreation departments and any other organized teams in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts.
The League has two Advanced or Open Divisions – 14 & under and 18 & under and two Intermediate Divisions – 14 & under and 18 & under
The league will run from July 3 to August 11, with the State Championship.
State champions will advance to the USTA New England Junior Team Tennis Championships to be held August 18-19 in Springfield, Mass., with the New England champions advancing to the National Championships in Mobile, AL later in the fall.
League matches are scheduled on Fridays from 1-3 p.m, and two Wednesdays in July.
Fri, July 3 Fri, July 10 Wed, July 15 Fri, July 17 Fri, July 24 Wed, July 29 Fri, July 31 Fri, Aug 7
The State Championship tournament has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 11 at Slater Memorial Park in Pawtucket (8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.).
The rain location will be Centre Court in Riverside, RI.
The structure of play is the USTA Junior Team Tennis format :
1 Boys Singles 1 Boys Doubles
1 Girls Singles 1 Girls Doubles
1 Mixed Doubles
A minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls are needed per match. There is a fee per team to play in the league and every team and player must be registered on Tennis Link at the USTA’s web site. All teams will play home and away matches. Private clubs may schedule their matches at outside facilities, if they choose. There is no per match fee for visiting teams.
The USTA Rhode Island Junior Team Tennis League is operated by the South County Community Tennis Association. An organization league meeting will be scheduled for entered teams before play begins.
WHO CAN ENTER TEAMS?
Parks & Recreation Departments, Public Clubs, Private Clubs, Community Tennis Associations, schools and educational associations, parents; basically anyone that can get a team together and secure a facility to host home matches. Parents are particularly encouraged to get involved, and local public and school facilities are often available by securing a permit from municipal agencies for use during scheduled home matches (often at little or no cost if local children are involved).
For additional information, or anyone interested in having a team in the league should contact: Sandy Sweet at 401-932-9345, e-mail: sccta@aol.com.
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| 2008 14 & U RI & New England Champs: Hall of Fame |
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