Issue # 111 Date Aug. 26, 2010    Midland Community Tennis Center eNews Letter   Hot Shots Thanks To You, Imagine Campaign Fund-Drive For New Outdoor Tennis Complex Keeps Rolling!   Billboard: Your Donation Doubled   Thanks to special “Friends of Tennis,” your contribution to the Imagine Campaign to raise $200,000 for the outdoor tennis complex will be matched, doubling the value of your gift now through the completion of the project in October.   West Side Court Construction Starts   The “Friends of Tennis” are stepping up-- MCTC employees, current and former members—It’s a significant testament to how much people appreciate their award-winning Midland Community Tennis Center. This spectacular new project recognizes our friend and founder Paul Oreffice, former CEO, Dow Chemical Company, retired.   The outdoor showcase features 4 Har-Tru Clay Courts; 4 QuickStart Courts designed just for your kids; 8 rebuilt and resurfaced hard courts; 8 resurfaced hard courts, and new viewing areas. The new surface colors are royal blue trimmed in green.   Construction of the west side courts started this week. To facilitate court use through this second phase of the project, indoor courts will be free through Labor Day.   Let’s rally for this wonderful opportunity to create a truly outstanding outdoor tennis environment for members, guests, visitors, families and you.   Make your contributions to “Outdoor Tennis Project.” Send to Pesi Kennett, director of business services, or contact Welcome Center--.631-6151.   And for those who have contributed, thank you for making the Tennis Center and Midland the “Best Tennis Town In The US!” Marquee Dates Worth Keeping   Now Through September 3, Eight Summer Camps Still Rolling   Enroll weekly or a few days a week for the remainder of these popular summer camps designed for all ages and skill levels. Staffed by MCTC pros with the goal to make your child’s summer tennis experience exceptional, it’s fun and fitness in the Sun.   The Welcome Center is accepting registrations. And don’t forget the Tennis & All Sports Camps for ages 5-13. Included are tennis, soccer, volleyball, football, and softball. Talaya Schilb & The Jets coordinate. (Call 631-6151)         August 28, Saturday   Come out and watch the hottest competition of the summer! The Summer Slam Adult Mixed Doubles Tournament Free viewing, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Ryan Boyer and Wendy Franz – Tournament Directors   September 7-June 11, 2011 Indoor Season   Ask Welcome Center for details of two upcoming fall sessions of tennis: September 7-October 17 and October 18 through November 28. DropShots has new descriptions of tennis classes emphasizing what happens in the courses and how it builds your game.     September 7- November 23, Fall League Dates   Register by September 3. Jenn Spence Coordinates one of the largest league programs in the state, featuring competition in formats for every taste and level. Jenn will find individuals a league or help you build a league of your own ( 8 players). Welcome Center will help you find subs. Good tennis, good parties. Good times.   September 24-26, 2010   Jr. Fall Open – A Level 6 USTA/Midwest Tournament Boys and Girls 18-10 Singles Click here for more details and to enter now What’s Up? Advantage Members   TennisSource Puts You In The Driver’s Seat   If we have your email address, we can do some nifty business together with TennisSource, your personal, accessible web site from www.midlandtennis.com., providing super benefits for your convenience.   From your email you can:   Here’s what you do:      * Schedule your courts online  *Only members may schedule courts  *View court availability  * Members and guests may register for programs and classes  *Update personal information  *Access financial information-- coming soon   Here’s what you do:   *Look for an email from us with your log in information *No email, call us at 631-6151 and we’ll set you up *Click link to member access web site *Pay online for classes not courts *Questions—Ask Welcome Center   Make Your Permanent Court Time For Fall & Play On!   You can always change your tennis arrangements to permanent court time, and take the hassle out of planning each time you play. See Pesi at 631-6151 or Kennett@midlandtennis.com. Groups are signing up from Potential Energy Tennis & Fitness Club (now closed), so don’t delay! Advise & Consent Pre-Tennis Stretching Makes You More Not Less Tense   Ooops! This is researched-based information so for all you pre-tennis stretch players, check it out and decide if it makes sense. Or you could just ask a member like Dr.Kim Bigelow-Zielke, who knows medicine, teaches Yoga, and understands when to stretch.    more... The Perfect Place To Play Around   Your Midland Community Tennis Center: The perfect place to play around. Yes, we’re accepting new memberships. Yes our pros are certified. Yes, the jelly beans are free and the coffee curiously-unreliable. Yes you’re the star of an Excellent tennis Adventure.   Just about the time you think you’re playing to much the tennis magic grabs you because you’re getting better. Once a week is not enough, three times a week is better, maybe four times.   Why is that?   Because running and hitting and playing to win and winning is more fun than just about anything else on the Planet.   Of course, we could be too enthusiastic, but hey, we’re the Best Tennis Town In The US!   Right!? Not Exactly Lovin’ The Spin You’re In     Before the feet vapor lock and spin turns your mental to Jello, consult the inner voice of your Excellent Tennis Adventure and do the following…..   more... Excuse Me, But I’m Playing A Pusher. Is This Really tennis?   Hang on Sloopy, here’s how to change your woo woo game to beat the pusher. It begins with patience and understanding how footwork is the key to smacking a slow ball with your usual bad intentions.    more... Court Trials What’s In Your Motive?   Everyone has a secret motive or two why they play beyond the usual semi-reliable answers. Try these…       more...  Personalities Good Heavens, Was That Me!?   A scattering of good shots interspersed with bad shots sprinkled with medium rare shots followed by shots off the frame. Is this a dream?      more.... Coach Greg Wagner   He’s 55 going on 23 when he’s on the court coaching his passion—tennis for everyone. Accepting lessons, the coach of Bay City All Saints Girls Tennis, is one of several new members to join the professional teaching staff. For details on your Excellent Tennis Adventure at the House Where Real Tennis Lives and You Play To Win, contact the Welcome Center 989-631-6151 or get snared by our Web: www.midlandtennis.com.  <----- Click here to stop receiving future issues of the Slice Newsletter.