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Adult League

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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Pro Circuit

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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American Tennis

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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Collegiate Tennis

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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Pro Favs

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 Tournaments

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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Coach's Corner

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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Tennis Equipment & Technology

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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Facility Spotlight

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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Public Resources for Tennis

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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Fund Raising

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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Hawaiian Isles Tennis

Westmoreland on the Move at National 18s

Matthew Westmoreland had an excellent Honolulu National 18s tournament. On Monday, 2/15/10 at CORP, the Pearl City native and no. 7 seed was a razor's edge away from upsetting the no. 1 seed, Eric Johnson of San Jose, CA in the main draw semifinals. Johnson dominated in the first set, taking it 6-1. Westmoreland came back to win the second in a tie break at 3. Th

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Posted by Hawaiian Isles Tennis on February 17, 2010 at 12:00am

Hawaiian Isles Tennis

Westmoreland, Kiyabu, Spiker and Tsukamoto press on in Day Three of HNL Nationals


Checkin' in




Matt Westmoreland of Pearl City is seeded 7th in the tournament and holds a ranking of 78 in the nation. He defeated the no. 13 seed, Teddy Fitzgibbons of Mission Hill

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Posted by Hawaiian Isles Tennis on February 15, 2010 at 4:30am

Leilani Magee

Importance and Mechanics of Good Line Calls


Photo from Indian Wells

Tennis is one of the few sports where players self officiate in formal competition, unless it's a big tournament with referees, linespeople. For young people in particular, this is monumental as it demonstrates a high degree of trust and promotes self reliance and independent thinking.… Continue

Posted by Leilani Magee on February 3, 2010 at 12:00am — 6 Comments

Hawaiian Isles Tennis

Pro Tour: Interview with Peter Lundgren


Peter Lundgren has coached Federer and Safin before Dimitrov.

Peter Lundgren gives a straight up interview to Leilani Magee about a young upstart he is coaching, Paris resident, Grigor Dimitrov originally of Bulgaria, and ranked 258 in the… Continue

Posted by Hawaiian Isles Tennis on February 1, 2010 at 4:30pm

Hawaiian Isles Tennis

Challenger belongs to Russell


Michael Russell, champion

For all who couldn't make it to CORP and those who want to see the best tennis played in Hawaii, here are pics from the round of 16 day:… Continue

Posted by Hawaiian Isles Tennis on February 1, 2010 at 2:00pm

Leilani Magee

Dialogue on Aussie Open Men's Final


Rod Laver Arena as seen during the men's final between Roger Federer of Switzerland and Andy Murray of Great Britain. Photo by Ben Solomon

The young Scottish buck is on his way...and Fed is experiencing his second coming.
When Murray rounds out his game and embraces his own brand of offense wi… Continue

Posted by Leilani Magee on January 31, 2010 at 8:30pm — 1 Comment

Hawaiian Isles Tennis

Challenger Update - 1/29


Donald Young, former USA Junior Davis Cup team mate to UH Warriors, Dennis Lajola and Leo Rosenberg… Continue

Posted by Hawaiian Isles Tennis on January 29, 2010 at 9:30pm

Hawaiian Isles Tennis

Experienced Kim Prevails Over Rosenberg


Kevin Kim (USA), No. 2 seed

"I kept my head in it today", said the $50k Honolulu Challenger's No. 2 seed and world ranked 108, Kevin Kim after disposing of UH Warrior, Leo Rosenberg 6-2, 6-4 in the 2nd round. It was a calm day, favorable c… Continue

Posted by Hawaiian Isles Tennis on January 29, 2010 at 3:30pm

Leilani Magee

Rosenberg Rising

Leo Wins Round 1 at the Honolulu Challenger, set to play round 2 on Thursday vs. tourney #2 Kevin Kim (#108 in the world) at CORP

Source: UH Athletics
1/26/2010 7:15:52 PM
WAIPIO, Oahu – University of Hawaii’s men’s tennis player Leo Rosenberg defeated Hendrik Bode 6-4, 7-6 (3) in the first round the Honolulu Challenger, a USTA Pro Circuit event Tuesday at the Patsy T. Mink Central Oahu Regional Park Tennis Complex.

The sophomore now advances to the round of 16 in the inaugural event wh… Continue

Posted by Leilani Magee on January 26, 2010 at 11:53pm

UHOT

Sophomore Sensation Leo Rosenberg plays Challenger 1st Rnd. MO 10AM @CORP


Leo

Source: Mike Burger
Tomorrow Hawaii men's tennis sophomore sensation Leo Rosenberg plays his 1st round match vs. Henrick Bode of Germany in the Honolulu Challenger. The match will start @10am on court #2 (stadium) at the Central Oahu Region… Continue

Posted by UHOT on January 25, 2010 at 9:00pm

 
 

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