Another year has gotten underway and it's time to reflect back on yesterday's play and see what I learned about this year's edition of the Kohawks.
Our opening match against Central College was an interesting challenge beyond winning. Coach Tyler's squad unveiled a new style of play for them, essentially which was striking high- clear shots thru the center of the court. Every shot. This forces you to play attacking, forward tennis. Along with a very healthy dose of patience!
Although uncomfortable, especially when combined with the inevitable first-match nerves, the Ladies all embraced the challenge and successfully dealt with it.
Our afternoon match against Simpson was a bit more straightforward in regards to tennis tactics, but nonetheless difficult simply due to the challenge of spending seven hours playing competitive tennis. A few minds wandered from time to time, but again the Ladies were successful in enduring the physical and mental challenge of a long day.
Oh, there are quite a few items to work on with each individual and pair, but that's what practice is for, isn't it? It is good to be underway and all are looking ahead to next weekend's matches.
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