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December 2009 Monthly Archive

December 31, 2009

KT Tape: Secret Weapon of Elite Athletes

Now available to everyone. First-ever consumer brand of kinesiology therapeutic tape offers a drug-free option for pain. (Full story …)

December 30, 2009

Kids Free at the ITHF in 2010

At the ITHF's annual Legends Ball, more than $30,000 was donated by Hall of Fame supporters to provide complimentary admission for children in the year ahead. (Full story …)

'Competitive Drills and Games' premieres on Tennis Channel

USPTA show will air on Jan. 2 at 11 a.m. Eastern time (Full story …)

Live Coverage of the 2010 Hopman Cup

Stars Oudin and Isner to Represent the U.S. in Prestigious Mixed Doubles Tournament. Tennis Channel’s Live Coverage Begins Monday, Jan. 4, at 9 p.m. EST. (Full story …)

December 29, 2009

RSI Names 2009 'Champions of Tennis'

Eric Babolat, the president and CEO of the French company Babolat, has been named “Person of the Year” by Racquet Sports Industry magazine in the publication’s January 2010 issue. Babolat led off the magazine’s ninth annual “Champions of Tennis Awards,”... (Full story …)

December 28, 2009

Nominate Your TWC Facility for 2009

Is your tennis facility a leader in delivering tennis programs and providing service in promoting the sport? The Tennis Industry Association, the U.S. Tennis Association, and Racquet Sports Industry magazine are once again looking for the “Top 50 Tennis Welcome... (Full story …)

Telenet to Sponsor Wickmayer for Three Years

Mechelen — Telenet, a leading Belgian Telecommunications operator, announced it has signed a three year agreement with Belgian Tennis star Yanina Wickmayer. This new agreement will come into effect on January 1, 2010 and will last for three years. The... (Full story …)

December 27, 2009

Stuffitts Launches New and Improved Shoe Saver

Removing over 60% of moisture after only one hour, Stuffitts will save your shoes (Full story …)

December 23, 2009

'The All-Court Player' premieres on Tennis Channel

USPTA show will air on December 26 at 11 a.m. Eastern time (Full story …)

December 22, 2009

BNP Paribas Open Announces New Owner

Indian Wells — The BNP Paribas Open, the most attended tennis tournament in the world outside of the four major events, to be held March 8-21, 2010, and its home, the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, have been purchased by... (Full story …)

Azan & Wern Celebrate Domestic Double in KL

RESULTS: NSC Squash Series No10, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Men’s 1st round: [1] Mark Krajcsak (HUN) bt [Q] Choong Kam Hing (MAS) 11-8, 11-6, 12-10 (35m) [8] Joe Lee (ENG) bt [Q] Aqib Hanif (PAK) 11-8, 8-11, 11-3, 11-5 (51m) [4]... (Full story …)

December 21, 2009

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga Joins Team Babolat

* Lyon, France - December 18, 2009 - *Babolat announces the signing of an international contract—racquet, stings and accessories—with French player Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (#10 ATP) starting January 1, 2010. “Because we are a French brand—considered among the world leaders in... (Full story …)

December 17, 2009

ATP Awards Tournament Sanction to Atlanta

ATP 250 Tournament to be Staged from July 17-25 and to be Run by USTA Southern Section. Men’s Tournament will Kick-Off 2010 Olympus US Open Series. (Full story …)

Viewers Select the Year's Best Grand Slam Final

Fan’s Select Federer-Roddick as The Best Grand Slam Singles Final Match of the Year on Tennis Channel's "You Make The Call" (Full story …)

December 16, 2009

“The Attacking Game” TV Premiere

USPTA show will air on Tennis Channel on December 19 at 11 a.m. Eastern time. (Full story …)

December 15, 2009

Legendary Guests at Annual ITA Convention

Legendary Guest Lineup Highlights 25th Coaches Convention (Full story …)

Bryan Brothers Returning to LA Tennis Open

World No. 1 Team Owns Record Five LA Titles. Twins Join del Potro, Djokovic in 2010 Event (Full story …)

Sportaccord Conference Targets Global Themes

SportAccord Convention will be held in Dubai from April 25-30 2010 (Full story …)

December 11, 2009

Del Potro Dominates at 7th Premios Fox Sports

Nabs Best Tennis Player and Athlete of the Year Honors. uauhtémoc Blanco (Soccer), Angel Cabrera (Golf), and Helio Castroneves (Motorsports) Among Evening’s Honorees. Megastar Pitbull Electrifies with Live Performance of “I Know You Want Me” and Medley of “Shut It Down” and “Hotel Room Service” (Full story …)

Haas Beats Roddick at WTT Smash Hits

Charity event raises $640,000 for AIDS charities (Full story …)

Plexicushion Prestige Chosen for Capitala

Andover, MA — Plexipave, the world’s largest selling brand of acrylic tennis court coatings, is pleased to announce that the Capitala World Tennis Championship will be played on their Plexicushion Prestige tennis surface. The Capitala World Tennis Championship will bring... (Full story …)

December 10, 2009

USPTA Announces 2010 Certification Exams

The United States Professional Tennis Association, the world’s leader in tennis-teaching certification, provides tennis-teaching professionals with the opportunity to earn the sport’s most respected certification by participating in one of more than 165 USPTA Certification Exams scheduled nationwide in 2010... (Full story …)

Last Chance to Win a Trip to French Open

(Houston, TX): Just three weeks remain for tennis fans to enter to win a trip of a lifetime to the 2010 French Open. Imagine you and a loved one in Paris during May. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and the... (Full story …)

December 9, 2009

ASBA Honors Distinguished Sports Facilities

*Ellicott City, MD - *The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for builders and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, has announced the winners of its annual awards. Awards are presented each year to facilities built by ASBA... (Full story …)

Wilson Launches Revolutionary New Racket Technology

Roger Federer and Juan Martin Del Potro Debut New Rackets for 2010 (Full story …)

USTA Florida Announces Tennis Volunteer 2009 Award Winners

*DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — *USTA Florida celebrated “60 Years of Love and 30 Years of Dedication” on Dec. 4-6, 2009, during the USTA Florida 60th Annual Meeting and Anniversary Celebration Weekend at the Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort, recognizing the 30... (Full story …)

December 7, 2009

Select the Year's Best Grand Slam Final

Fans’ Votes will Determine Nightly Order of Matches During Eight-Day Countdown Dec. 21-28. Polls are Now Open on tennischannel.com. (Full story …)

Tennis Books for the Holidays

The Roger Federer Story: Quest for Perfection, The Education of a Tennis Player, The Bud Collins History of Tennis and On This Day In Tennis History Are Great Gift Ideas For Tennis Fans, from New Chapter Press. (Full story …)

Orantes Honored with Davis Cup Award of Excellence

NEWPORT, R.I. — The International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum and the International Tennis Federation (ITF) have announced that Manuel Orantes will be honored with the 2009 Davis Cup Award of Excellence. Presentation of the award will be made... (Full story …)

PTR to Host West Coast Conference

Second conference dedicated to Tennis Clubs and Facilities. (Full story …)

December 4, 2009

Player Development Conference coming to Florida

USPTA Competitive Player Development Conference to take place in Naples, Fla., in December (Full story …)

USTA Southern Announces 2009 Awards

QuickStart facilities honored. (Full story …)

'Fit to Hit' starts Monday, December 7

New half-hour fitness show on Tennis channel. Original Series to Showcase the Health Activities and Nutritional Guidelines Players Can Follow to Ensure On-Court Success (Full story …)

December 3, 2009

Tennis Magazine Wins Two Folio Awards

Silver for 2009 Redesign and Bronze for Feature Design. (Full story …)

Nadal Leads Spain into Davis Cup Final

Tennis Channel offers Complete, Live Coverage as Spain Battles the Czech Republic this weekend. (Full story …)

Kempin appointed as CEO and President of HEAD USA

Phoenix, AZ — HEAD announced today that Kevin Kempin, President of HEAD Penn Racquet Sports, has been appointed as CEO and President of HEAD USA with responsibility for Racquet Sport and Winter Sport Divisions. Throughout his 17 years with HEAD... (Full story …)

December 2, 2009

DuPont Technology Helps HEAD Tennis Pros

WILMINGTON, Del. — HEAD® professionals delivered strong performances recently at tournaments around the world using new HEAD® tennis racquets featuring grommets made with DuPont™ Teflon® friction reducing polymer. Novak Djokovic, Svetlana Kuznetsova, Mikhail Youzhny, and Andy Murray all took the... (Full story …)

Top players headline BNP Paribas Showdown

Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Svetlana Kuznetsova, and Kim Clijsters will be at the Second Annual "BNP Paribas Showdown for the Billie Jean King Cup" at Madison Square Garden on Monday, March 1, 2010. A Tennis Night In America Event. Tickets On Sale Beginning Today. (Full story …)

TruFocals Wins Popular Science Award

TruFocals Revolutionary Adjustable Focus Technology Provides a Clear Field of View at Any Distance. Selected from thousands of entrants, TruFocals lens units replace multifocal technology by adjusting the focus of the entire lens. “The Best of What’s New Award is the magazine’s top honor, and the 100 winners—chosen from among thousands of entrants—represent the highest level of achievement in their fields.”Said Mark Jannot, Editor-in-Chief of Popular Science. (Full story …)

New Courses to Debut at PTR International Symposium

Hilton Head Island, SC — Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) will debut several exciting, new professional development workshops at its International Tennis Symposium in February. They are designed to enhance the knowledge and skill levels of the tennis teachers and coaches... (Full story …)

December 1, 2009

Prince Tour Team Members End 2009 Ranked #1

Bryan Brothers' Late-Season Switch to New Prince EXO3 Ignite Team 95 Racquet Proves to Benefit Twins’ Game as They Capture ATP World Tour Doubles Title (Full story …)

BackOffice Associates Expands Benefit Lineup

Event to feature James Blake, Andy Roddick, Sam Querrey, the Bryan Brothers, Melanie Oudin, Wyclef Jean and Top NYC Chefs (Full story …)