Advancing Community Through Tennis
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League is what turns the solitary tennis player into a team player, and a bunch of individuals into a group of buddies. This is the place to get discussions going about the various leagues available to players today. These include the Honolulu Tennis League (HTL), Island Tennis League (ITL), Kilauea Night League and more.
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This is where Hawaii's Pro Circuit success stories are told. We have a history of achievements and achievers. If you are a player, you have a place in this forum. It's your story to tell in photos and words. Those of you who know of a current or past Pro Circuit player are asked to shine a light on one of the treasures sitting in our own back yard. Photos encouraged.
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Tennis is an international sport with national level support and development for beginners to pros. What is happening with tennis in America and how is it affecting us at home and abroad?
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College tennis is a huge part of the community and development of players. University of Hawaii, HPU, BYU, UH Hilo and Chaminade and all the mainland colleges attended by folks from Hawaii are up for highlight and discussion.
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Who is your favorite pro tennis player? What do you think is the "greatest match of all times"? Share your views and experiences with others in this "shrine" section.
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Hawaii has a great history of tennis and is a destination draw for players from around the world. The Hawaii Grand Prix circuit was revived in 2008. What are the different offerings of tournaments for the different levels and how are they doing?
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Tennis coaching and training is the stuff by which lives are changed, communities are born, players are forged and legends are built. Coaching and training methods and philosophy are always subject to revision and innovation. Coaches out there with ideas, methods and resources for the teachers and trainers of Hawaii?
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The sport of tennis is constantly upgrading its equipment and technology to provide better, stronger, higher performance, longer lasting and enhanced experience for players, coaches and facilities. Do you have a new product that people need to know about and would like to discuss its characteristics and merits? Any discounts or tips for HIT members?
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Hawaii has world class tennis resort facilities on every island. Share a profile of your facility or your favorite tennis getaway. Be sure to include contacts, pro profile and a pic! People can respond with their favorite story about being there or suggestion.
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Balancing the needs of people and communities in any area of public interest is the great challenge of people, organizations and governments within a society. Sports facilities creation, usage and upkeep is always a concern. How is Hawaii's public being served?
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Start here when you want to ask a question or offer an answer on how to fund your tennis project. Whether you are raising funds for a court resurfacing project at the local high school or you need to attract donations to keep a college team in place this is the place to get the ball bouncing. Let's get the discussion going so the children in our community have a team to go to and a place to learn when their turn to play finally arrives.
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Leilani Magee, Dianne Ward, Beth Hoban, and Paul Jurcsak
April 28, 2012 was another momentous day for Palolo District Park as Hawaiian Isles Tennis (HIT) and its powerhouse network converged on the park grounds for HIT's Community…
ContinuePosted by Leilani Magee on May 12, 2012 at 4:00am

Jill Miyagi, widow of Brian Miyagi, donates her husband's tennis equipment and apparel to the Equipment and Apparel Recycling Program conducted by HIT.
The equipment is used by students of public middle schools playing at public parks, in gyms and blacktops. Equipment also goes to a youth correctional facility.
"I think Brian is smiling down on us now and that he'd be happy to know his gear is going to help…Continue
Posted by Leilani Magee on April 8, 2012 at 10:18pm
Spreckelsville, Maui , Hawaii - In response to strong demand, Maui Country Club introduces the addition of a Tennis
Membership. Starting May 1, 2012, tennis novices and experts alike can enjoy unlimited…
Posted by Luana Paahana on April 2, 2012 at 4:47pm

Juanita Jacobsen (R), Honolulu Tennis League (HTL) Women's A Division Representative, with Chickadee Moniz, Captain of the Women's A Champion team, Hawaii Pono. HTL Playoffs were played at the Keehi Lagoon public tennis courts on March 25, 2012.
"It's been a good season. I've witnessed demonstrations of sportsmanship, seen the spirit of aloha flow amongst the players, watched many a warm embrace,…Continue
Posted by Leilani Magee on March 31, 2012 at 11:26pm
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Before After
Within the space of four hours on Saturday, February 11, 2011, Palolo Valley District Park and Recreation Center tennis court area were helped to shine like a polished gem reflecting the light of the afternoon sun. Honolulu Sunset Rotary Club, Costco,…
ContinuePosted by Leilani Magee on February 19, 2012 at 2:00am
Christel Yount presenting the donation checque for Play Tennis! after school program equipment
Educator, tennis and paddle tennis player, Christel Yount, on behalf of the Rotary Club of Honolulu Sunset, presents…
ContinuePosted by Leilani Magee on December 22, 2011 at 11:30pm
Katelyn Sweeney performed on a couple of stages this week
Katelyn Sweeney Ching is an accompanist at the Honolulu Waldorf School, Tennis…
ContinuePosted by Leilani Magee on November 19, 2011 at 1:30am
PLAY TENNIS!
Play Tennis! s a no-cost grass roots tennis program for youth of underserved communities on Oahu,…
ContinuePosted by Leilani Magee on July 15, 2011 at 6:30pm
Jaydene Sniffen, owner, helps me get used to a beautiful carved wood Gyrotonics machine
Kaimuki, a hip and happening part of town just got hipper. In June of '11, Jaydene Sniffen opened up shop in the neighborhood. She and her team of Pilates/Gyrotonics specialists can help…
ContinuePosted by Leilani Magee on July 8, 2011 at 1:00am
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