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   <updated>2012-04-30T12:41:00Z</updated>
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   <title>Tennis Leads Traditional Sports In Participation Growth Rate</title>
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   <published>2012-05-01T12:40:42Z</published>
   <updated>2012-04-30T12:41:00Z</updated>
   
   <summary>Tennis still holds a commanding lead among traditional sports in the percentage growth in participation since 2000, according to data from the Physical Activity Council. In fact, tennis is the only traditional sport to have a positive growth rate overall...</summary>
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      Tennis still holds a commanding lead among traditional sports in the percentage growth in participation since 2000, according to data from the Physical Activity Council. In fact, tennis is the only traditional sport to have a positive growth rate overall...
      
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   <title>Attention Tennis Providers: Update or Add Your Information Now at GrowTennis.com! </title>
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   <published>2012-05-01T12:39:36Z</published>
   <updated>2012-04-30T12:40:12Z</updated>
   
   <summary>With the soft launch of the PlayTennis.com consumer site, all tennis providers — teaching pros, facilities, retailers, tennis organizations and more — should go to GrowTennis.com now to update or add their information, so consumers can find them. It’s a...</summary>
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      With the soft launch of the PlayTennis.com consumer site, all tennis providers — teaching pros, facilities, retailers, tennis organizations and more — should go to GrowTennis.com now to update or add their information, so consumers can find them. It’s a...
      
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   <title>2011 State of the Industry Report</title>
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   <published>2012-05-01T12:38:23Z</published>
   <updated>2012-04-30T12:38:46Z</updated>
   
   <summary>The TIA will soon release the second edition of the “State of the Industry” report, designed to analyze industry data from the past year that the TIA has collected through various surveys and research studies. The annual State of the...</summary>
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      The TIA will soon release the second edition of the “State of the Industry” report, designed to analyze industry data from the past year that the TIA has collected through various surveys and research studies. The annual State of the...
      
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   <title>Retailers: Stock Up On 10 and Under Tennis Balls</title>
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   <published>2012-05-01T12:37:23Z</published>
   <updated>2012-04-30T12:38:11Z</updated>
   
   <summary>Retailers, like coaches and teaching professionals, are important in leading the way in assuring that the “right” balls are being used by the “right” players for 10 and Under Tennis. As the spring and summer seasons approach, make sure you...</summary>
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      <name>RSI</name>
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      Retailers, like coaches and teaching professionals, are important in leading the way in assuring that the “right” balls are being used by the “right” players for 10 and Under Tennis. As the spring and summer seasons approach, make sure you...
      
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   <title>&apos;Dashboard&apos; tracks progress on 10 and Under Tennis</title>
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   <published>2012-05-01T12:34:27Z</published>
   <updated>2012-04-30T12:36:26Z</updated>
   
   <summary>To monitor and report on the progress of 10 and Under Tennis, the USTA has created a “Dashboard,” which sets 2012 goals and tracks the initiative across various categories. “While our ‘Dashboard’ may be new this year, we’ve been tracking...</summary>
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      To monitor and report on the progress of 10 and Under Tennis, the USTA has created a “Dashboard,” which sets 2012 goals and tracks the initiative across various categories. “While our ‘Dashboard’ may be new this year, we’ve been tracking...
      
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   <title>Tennis Retail A Key Focus At Industry Meetings</title>
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   <published>2012-05-01T12:33:25Z</published>
   <updated>2012-04-30T12:36:44Z</updated>
   
   <summary>During Tennis Night in America and the BNP Paribas Showdown in New York City on March 5, the TIA held two key meetings organized to update groups on various initiatives, programs and objectives. The following day, the TIA&apos;s retail consulting...</summary>
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      During Tennis Night in America and the BNP Paribas Showdown in New York City on March 5, the TIA held two key meetings organized to update groups on various initiatives, programs and objectives. The following day, the TIA&apos;s retail consulting...
      
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   <title>Simple Message to Serve As a Rallying Call for Industry Growth</title>
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   <published>2012-01-01T15:53:27Z</published>
   <updated>2011-12-15T15:53:49Z</updated>
   
   <summary><![CDATA[Get ready for one of the tennis industry&rsquo;s largest unified efforts designed to grow the game and increase the number of frequent players. PlayTennis.com &mdash; coming this spring &mdash; will serve as a &ldquo;hub&rdquo; for information and opportunities for consumers...]]></summary>
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      <name>RSI</name>
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      <![CDATA[Get ready for one of the tennis industry&rsquo;s largest unified efforts designed to grow the game and increase the number of frequent players. PlayTennis.com &mdash; coming this spring &mdash; will serve as a &ldquo;hub&rdquo; for information and opportunities for consumers...]]>
      
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   <title>Tennis Providers: What Does PlayTennis.com Mean for You?</title>
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   <published>2012-01-01T15:52:53Z</published>
   <updated>2011-12-15T15:53:12Z</updated>
   
   <summary>Teaching pros, club owners, tennis facilities, retailers/pro shops, and other industry contacts who want to be listed at PlayTennis.com should update or input their information for free as soon as possible by visiting PlayTennis.com and navigating to the appropriate link....</summary>
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      <name>RSI</name>
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      Teaching pros, club owners, tennis facilities, retailers/pro shops, and other industry contacts who want to be listed at PlayTennis.com should update or input their information for free as soon as possible by visiting PlayTennis.com and navigating to the appropriate link....
      
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   <title>Resources for TIA Retail Members</title>
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   <published>2012-01-01T15:51:18Z</published>
   <updated>2011-12-15T15:51:41Z</updated>
   
   <summary><![CDATA[The TIA has dedicated a significant amount of resources and tools towards helping tennis retailers be successful in the marketplace and position themselves for growth. As a TIA Retail member, for $100 a year, you&rsquo;ll have access to many exclusive...]]></summary>
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      <name>RSI</name>
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      <![CDATA[The TIA has dedicated a significant amount of resources and tools towards helping tennis retailers be successful in the marketplace and position themselves for growth. As a TIA Retail member, for $100 a year, you&rsquo;ll have access to many exclusive...]]>
      
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   <title>Business Assessment Program for Tennis Retailers</title>
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   <published>2012-01-01T15:49:49Z</published>
   <updated>2011-12-15T15:50:35Z</updated>
   
   <summary><![CDATA[A crucial component for any business is a &ldquo;SWOT&rdquo; analysis &mdash; determining Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats. For tennis retailers, this type of assessment is critical in today&rsquo;s economy so businesses can plan and position their operations for growth. To...]]></summary>
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      <name>RSI</name>
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      <![CDATA[A crucial component for any business is a &ldquo;SWOT&rdquo; analysis &mdash; determining Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats. For tennis retailers, this type of assessment is critical in today&rsquo;s economy so businesses can plan and position their operations for growth. To...]]>
      
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   <title>TIA Webinars for 2012</title>
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   <published>2012-01-01T15:46:53Z</published>
   <updated>2011-12-15T15:48:33Z</updated>
   
   <summary><![CDATA[For 2012, the TIA will offer a comprehensive menu of webinars for industry businesses. Topics are subject to change, so check out TennisIndustry.org/webinars for the latest times, dates, and to sign up. Facilities &amp; Court Contractors Recruiting and Building Top...]]></summary>
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      <name>RSI</name>
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      <![CDATA[For 2012, the TIA will offer a comprehensive menu of webinars for industry businesses. Topics are subject to change, so check out TennisIndustry.org/webinars for the latest times, dates, and to sign up. ##Facilities &amp; Court Contractors * Recruiting and Building...]]>
      
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   <title>Industry Leaders Gather For TIA Board Update</title>
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   <published>2011-11-01T16:53:17Z</published>
   <updated>2011-10-27T16:53:32Z</updated>
   
   <summary> Tennis industry leaders gathered Sept. 2 for the annual TIA Board meeting, held at the Grand Hyatt in New York City. TIA President Jon Muir outlined key strategies for industry growth, all geared toward increasing the number of frequent...</summary>
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      <name>RSI</name>
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       Tennis industry leaders gathered Sept. 2 for the annual TIA Board meeting, held at the Grand Hyatt in New York City. TIA President Jon Muir outlined key strategies for industry growth, all geared toward increasing the number of frequent...
      
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   <title>Retail Webinars to Help Grow Your Business</title>
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   <published>2011-11-01T16:52:44Z</published>
   <updated>2011-10-27T16:53:00Z</updated>
   
   <summary> The TIA is committed to helping tennis retailers grow their businesses, and one avenue is through a series of free Retail Webinars that cover a variety of topics essential for running a successful retail operation. The TIA webinars are...</summary>
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      <name>RSI</name>
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       The TIA is committed to helping tennis retailers grow their businesses, and one avenue is through a series of free Retail Webinars that cover a variety of topics essential for running a successful retail operation. The TIA webinars are...
      
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<entry>
   <title>Revamped CardioTennis.com to Offer &apos;Invite&apos; System</title>
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   <published>2011-11-01T16:52:00Z</published>
   <updated>2011-10-27T16:54:34Z</updated>
   
   <summary><![CDATA[ The newly revamped CardioTennis.com will soon be released, adding new features to help you grow your business and increase participation, including &ldquo;Cardio Tennis Authorized Providers&rdquo; and a clinic management system that issues &ldquo;invitations&rdquo; for your Cardio Tennis sessions. (Details...]]></summary>
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      <![CDATA[ The newly revamped CardioTennis.com will soon be released, adding new features to help you grow your business and increase participation, including &ldquo;Cardio Tennis Authorized Providers&rdquo; and a clinic management system that issues &ldquo;invitations&rdquo; for your Cardio Tennis sessions. (Details...]]>
      
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<entry>
   <title>Careers in Tennis</title>
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   <id>tag:www.racquetsportsindustry.com,2011://4.5128</id>
   
   <published>2011-11-01T16:51:16Z</published>
   <updated>2011-10-27T16:51:44Z</updated>
   
   <summary><![CDATA[ Looking for a job in tennis, or a different job in this industry? Or do you have an open position you&rsquo;re trying to fill? The TIA-managed Careers in Tennis is quickly becoming one of the largest tennis-specific employment sites...]]></summary>
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      <name>RSI</name>
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      <![CDATA[ Looking for a job in tennis, or a different job in this industry? Or do you have an open position you&rsquo;re trying to fill? The TIA-managed Careers in Tennis is quickly becoming one of the largest tennis-specific employment sites...]]>
      
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