April 2016
DEPARTMENTS
Our Serve
Industry News
Industry Recognition
TIA News
Racquet Tech
Grassroots Tennis
Retailing Tip
Event Marketing
Tips & Techniques
Your Serve, by Annie Beier
INDUSTRY NEWS
USTA PlayDev creates new Team USA department
T.O.M. Conference and Forum in Miami
PTR, TennisEurope partner for TennisCoachEd.com
Babolat introduces lightweight JET shoe
Pound, Maule have new roles at Wilson
New edition out for Tennis Parent’s Bible
USTA awards Wheelchair Tennis grants
Peoplewatch
Pickleball US Open to be in Naples
Solinco adds new Hyper-G co-poly string
iTPA to hold 2nd World Tennis Fitness Conf.
Short Sets
FEATURES
Event Tracking
How can you prepare for sudden spikes in attendance at your facility? The next level of service will help you forecast and adapt.
Trends in Tenniswear
From high fashion, to toned-down neon, to tech fabrics, to better stretch — the trends continue to take apparel from on court to off.
Soft Touch
These outdoor Distinguished Facility-of-the-Year award winners are excellent examples of soft-court construction.
USPTA ADDVANTAGE
The Lifelong Learner
The Ten Commandments of Being a USPTA Professional
Invest In Yourself
20 Point Inspection Tool for Youth Tennis
PLUS
CEO’s Message
Vice President’s Message
USPTA Benefits
Master Pro Corner
Beyond the Court
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