Florida - Day 3 (Monday)

Opened up Spring Break competition with 8 AM matches for both the men and women. A bit of a chill in the air during warm-ups, but it quickly warmed to short sleeve weather and was gorgeous the remainder of the day.

The women started with singles (a rarity in the college format, but necessary due to court availability). Having taken 5 of the singles points, they clinched the match and had a rare opportunity to play doubles under little pressure, yet in a competitive setting. And against a fairly talented Berry College team despite what the singles outcome may dictate. The ladies embraced the challenge, tried some new things and made themselves better doubles players!

I saw very little of men's match given my focus on the women. I will say that their energy on the doubles court was noted by all 3 coaches!

Men v Berry 8-1

Women v Berry 8-1

Returned to the hotel mid-day. Coaches reported scores, and snuck their work-out in.

Mid-afternoon departure for Lake Cane to play Colby-Sawyer with the men's team. A number of the women spent the afternoon with family. Jackie and Jordan jumped in the vans with us. JR introduced us to the yellow car, slugbug and PT Cruiser game on the way there. A heated battle ensued both on the way to and from the courts. Jackie the clear MVP; Leo not so much (his contribution was negative given miscalls).

Sean's dad, Bryan, arrived from Germany - he recently retired from the Air Force; Sean's Mom remains stationed in Germany and serves as a Colonel. Bryan played tennis at the University of Iowa. Believe he and Betty Damisch were set to take on Chuck and Janet Schupbach on the mixed doubles court Tuesday morning.

Men v Colby-Sawyer: 8-1

Between the morning and afternoon meets, all 12 men played a line-up match.