Hi! JaMarcus here again.
Today we woke up around seven o'clock in morning to eat breakfast at the hotel. food was great and well served. Afterwards we headed off to Hoover tennis/golf country club to participate in Wayne Bryan's coaching clinic.
There were about a hundred people there and approximately ten to twelve coaches. Before we started the clinic Wayne showed us some excellent volley drills that my partner and I are sure to use & also gave out some prizes to the participants. During the clinic I learned mainly a few tips on how to volley, where to place the ball when battling at the net and a few more tennis drills. I was surprised on how much progress we made with so many people and how well mannered everybody was at the clinic. It made the experience I had there even more enjoyable.
Later on around a quarter to twelve we headed out to support our favorite doubles team composed of Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan, also known as "The Bryan Brothers", play against Yves Allegro and Stanislas Wawrinka (Switzerland 's doubles team). The Bryan Brother flew through match thanks there excellent serve and volleying skill with a score of 6-3, 6-4, 3-6, 6-6 and a tiebreaker of 7-2. Bye for now, will get back with you tomorrow.
Today was just a joyous day. My partner and I woke up this morning excited about the new day. We both marched downstairs to eat breakfast . I got to meet new people during breakfast . After breakfast we went to a fun clinic at Hoover tennis/golf country club.I had a great time and I got to meet new friends.We were there for about three hours doing different drills and games After such an awesome clinic we then had to rush back to the Embassy Suite hotel and change clothes . The shuttle was there waiting for us so it was pretty convenient .Jamarcus and I have really learned how the game of tennis should be played. My experiences today were so awesome.
Hi! Coach Hrncir here:
I slept like a log and woke early to head to the exercise room. Met a nice couple from USTA & we talked as we worked out. Wayne, Joe, Susan Evans and other pro's met at breakfast to car pool to the Hoover Tennis/Golf Country Club. Such a beautiful location out in the country with rolling hills and about 15 state of the art tennis courts.
Wayne & Crew had well over 150 players from 5 years old to 19 years old to divide into groups. I was amazed by the organizational skills of all the pro's--rotations--new kids every 10 to 12 min. Many skills & drills---players of all levels were working together and bonding. They all loved the game and wanted to grow-- a thrill to watch.
We headed back to the Embassy Suites to change into our red,white and blue clothes. then we rushed to the Davis Cup opening activities. Bob & Mike won the first two sets-- Switzerland won the 3rd and USA defeated Switzerland in a 4th set tie breaker. Bob & Mike were thrilling under the pressure. The roar of the crowd was unbelievable-- such energy.
Bob & Mike stayed to hug family & friends. They are always considerate to their many fans and supporters.
Another full day of tennis---a blessing.
We ordered room service and are looking towards the pool.
USA has won 2-- Switzerland 1--- We have to win one out of the two matches in singles tomorrow. We are behind Andy & James---Everyone works hard to win for the USA.
Go USA
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