It’s a really enjoyable session, just when I was thinking I might be losing my enjoyment for the game a little after a few weeks away. Mon 3rd October Today’s practice cancelled as we have to take one of the dogs to
A beautiful sunny morning, with only a light breeze. Most other courts in use as well. It’s how I would imagine a perfect day to begin.
I had initially downplayed the win. Now my brain is saying be proud and I gain a little spring to my step. Mon 30th May British Clay Court Championships – West Hants Club, Bournemouth. A 46 player draw for the
I lead 2-1. This is the best start I have ever made to a tennis match – ever! Monday 16th Its that good, good, feeling of jogging to the tennis club for a Monday 8am lesson. The 10 minute jog,
It’s been a strange few days, so much tennis related stuff happening in such a short time. It all started on Friday, coming into the weekend. A weekend that thankfully delivered some warmer weather. As with so much these days
I could not have wished for a better first week. Striking the ball well. Very encouraging given that this is the first week back after lockdown. How we have all waited for this moment! The off court work these past months has
The longest time ever without being allowed to hold a tennis racket and stand on a tennis court ends on Monday 29th March. It’s not a return to normal. More a return to nearer normal. If indeed the normal we knew
This lockdown thing is keeping me home. There are limited things to do so training is easy. We can get back on court shortly, so now is decision time. The season is just around the corner. The staple of the
Quietly adding the days up. One followed by another. Doing the work I set out to do. No highlights, just the familiarity and certainty of unbroken routine. This is lockdown life. Not knowing how any of this effort is going to change
Psssst! We all know the distinctive sound (and smell) of a new tin of tennis balls being opened. Whether to signal a casual hit or a fiercely contested match, the moment is filled with anticipation and endless possibilities. There are
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