Feb. 24th: We waited till man finished the the courts --were on the courts by 5 p.m. ;GOOD FEELING!

One of our players told Coach Stewart that he felt like a pro on our resurfaced courts.

Thursday-- I had to go to TAKS training and I missed half of practice, but my leaders carried on like pros.

Friday: We traveled to New Caney Area--- 4 different locations and rain at noon--- did not finish up until dark------long long day.

Jonathan Ceron played singles and made it to the finals in consolation -- He was defeated 8-4 by a very rude young man--- he was listening to his music-- two ear plugs and Coach did not say a word--- you know that I wanted to rip them out-----need to address this issue at our next coaches meeting.

Rachel Hall--- made it to the semi finals in consolation before being defeated.

Aaliyah Hurd Foster and Jannesha Lee were in the finals in consolation before they were defeated.

I am not giving excuses-- BUT playing on the field behind the stadium while our courts were being redone--- could have been a factor.

We have two more tournaments until Spring Break and there will be a practice schedule out--then one more tournament----JV & 9th District--Then Varsity and Bob and Mike Bryan Coming to Town for the Clay Court Championship--
WE WERE THERE LAST YEAR-- ALL MATCHES AND THE FINALS--

THIS YEAR WE WILL HAVE TO WORK AROUND OUR DISTRICT--- BUT WE WILL BE THERE AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE.

LOVE, COACH LANG AND COACH HRNCIR

Feb. 22nd, 2010

Coach Hrncir just received an e mail that I am a finalist (#11) for the Texas Caucus of Black School Board Members: Outstanding 2010 Educator Award

Such an honor at this time of my life.( 39 years teaching and coaching)

So blessed with great tennis players, super resurfaced tennis courts and a great North Forest High School Family. Also, I really enjoy my Health Students.

God is good every day.

Thank you for your love and support-- you are the reason that I am going one more year-- plus, I promised Dr. Johnson.

Love, Coach L.A. Hrncir

February 19th, 2010; TENNIS NEWS

C.E. KING VARSITY TOURNAMENT
17 SCHOOLS-- THREE LOCATIONS--STRONG

JA MARCUS PAYTON WON AN OUTSTANDING GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD. ( LOST IN FINALS--- THIS GUY HAS CLASS AND THEN SOME) OTHER PEOPLE NOTICE EVERYTHING THAT YOU DO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OUR FORD SISTERS, B DOUBLES, WON A MATCH AGAINST CANEY CREEK

EVERYONE PLAY HARD, STRONG, LONG AND IN THE BRIGHT SUN-- THANK YOU LORD FOR THE SUN--A RELIEF AFTER ALL OUR COLD WEATHER.

THANK YOU COACH LANG FOR KEEPING COACH H FOCUSED--- HARD TO REMEMBER WHO IS WHERE - ESPECIALLY IF YOU TAKE A BUS TO ANOTHER LOCATION AND DO NOT HAVE A CELL. (RACHEL)

LIFE IS NEVER--NEVER BORING AT A TENNIS TOURNAMENT.

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT.

OUR COURTS ARE LOOKING GOOD-- CHALK LINES FOR THE REAL LINES WERE BEING COMPLETED YESTERDAY AFTERNOON.

ALL OF US JUST STAND AT THE COURT AND LOOK AND STARE.
I DON'T EVER REMEMBER PAINT-- JUST CEMENT-- AND TO SEE THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN NIGHT AND DAY IS REMARKABLE.

I AM TOLD THAT NEW COURTS WILL BE BUILT IN THE FUTURE---- BUT I JOKE THAT I WILL BE DEAD BY THEN---- JUST SO SO THANKFUL THAT THIS DREAM HAS COME TRUE IN MY LIFETIME.

LOVE, COACH HRNCIR: NORTH FOREST HIGH

Feb. 17th: They painted the green courts-- and the red out of bounds area.

We have had cement so long that it is hard to adjust to the colors and the beauty of our courts--without cracks and holes.

Great to see the progress outside my classroom window.

We practiced on the back parking lots again today--- left in time to get ready for tomorrow--( I make lots of sandwiches)- be sure that you have cleared info with teachers--- many are letting the kids take bench mark early or late. We will leave at 7:15 a.m. and are headed for the college San Jacinto-- that will be the base this time------

Life is change.

See you early in the a.m.----

Coach Hrncir and Coach Lang

Houston Area Alliance of Black School Educators

February 12th
Outstanding Teacher Awards and Recognition Ceremony

Ja Marcus Payton & Ms. D. Lang were able to be with us. Ms. Lang keeps me sane and Ja Marcus is my 4 year Letterman--also 6th in his graduation class of North Forest High School.

It was a great night--BEAUTIFUL--BEAUTIFUL ROSES FROM DR. W. ANDERSON AND THE NORTH FOREST FAMILY!

FELT SO PROUD TO REPRESENT MY SCHOOL, MY DISTRICT AND MY STUDENTS.

MR. JOHNSON AND COACH RHINES ALSO CAME BY OUR TABLE TO MEET EVERYONE----OTHER TEACHERS WERE IMPRESSED BY THE SUPPORT!

PLANNING TO GO ONE MORE YEAR FOR MY TENNIS PLAYERS AND TO EXPERIENCE TENNIS COURTS THAT ARE LIKE NEW.

I KNOW THAT I AM BLESSED.

COACH HRNCIR

PS Practice on your own Sunday and Monday-- the sun will be out. We practice Tues. and Wed-- Leave campus at 7:20 a.m. Thursday for tournament-- Changes-- We will meet at the College Campus instead of King--- we have to be there at 7:45 for coaches meeting. Make sure all your clothes are clean and you are dressed in NFHS Bull dog outfits. We have a tournament every week until spring break-- then Splendora and District and Bob and Mike Bryan coming to town.

Questions: You have my cell and home phone.

2/11/10: GREAT PROGRESS ON OUR NEW RE SURFACED COURTS:

COMPANY IS AMERICAN---- AND THEY ARE DOING A GREAT JOB-- I CAN SEE THE DAILY PROGRESS FROM MY CLASSROOM WINDOW. WE PRACTICE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE FOOTBALL FIELD-- WHERE THERE IS NO TRAFFIC---BALLS ALWAYS FIND THE WATER-- MINOR--GREAT TO SEE PROGRESS EVERY DAY--DREAMS DO COME TRUE--- ONE YEAR TILL RETIREMENT AND AFTER OVER 12 YEARS OF BEING HEAD COACH-- MY DREAM OF COURTS WITHOUT CRACKS OR HOLES IS COMING TRUE.

I will be out Friday-- my first sick day in 09-10-------The Houston Area Alliance of Black School Educators has a special Outstanding Teacher Awards and Recognition Ceremony Feb. 12th at the Westin Galleria Hotel on West Alabama.
As the North Forest High Teacher of the year-- I am honored to participate on behalf of my school. " Education is a Civil Right: Today's Needs, Today's Solution, Tomorrow's Promise"
Social Hour 6:30 till 7:30-- Dinner and Program 7:30

Mrs. Lang is bringing my top male: Ja Marcus Payton--- 7th in class and advanced Degree upon Graduation in May.

Dear Friends: Louise Phillips and Annetta Stoneham

Bob and Willie: Dear Friends for over 30 years

Marg. and Don Brown---College Roommate and Husband

My husband of 39 years---he makes me look super good--- advantages to being being married to a English Professor.

I have been blessed to have great folks in my life.

My principal and staff will have a table next to us-- and many supportive friends will be there.

Looking forward to this new adventure.

Thank you for your Love and support over the years.

Coach Hrncir

February 5th; THIS WAS A GREAT DAY.

MY SUPER TENNIS PLAYERS AND I HAD ONE HOUR TO TAKE DOWN OUR SCREENS--WE SAVED THE WIND BREAKERS DONATED FROM THE WAYNE BRYAN FAMILY-- TO PASS DOWN TO THE NORTH FOREST MIDDLE SCHOOL---- OTHER-- OLD USED SCREENS WERE TORN DOWN--WITH MUCH HAPPINESS----- THE COMPANY THAT WON THE BID-- STARTED CLEANING OUT THE HOLES-- USING A POWER WASH MACHINE.

WE ARE VERY THANKFUL TO NORTH FOREST'S BOARD OF MANAGERS AND OUR A.D. FOR MAKING THIS HAPPEN AFTER SO MANY YEARS OF PLAYINGS ON DANGEROUS COURTS WITH HOLES. BOB AND MIKE WANTED TO COME OUT A FEW YEARS AGO AND I HAD TO SAY NO--DID NOT WANT TO TAKE A CHANCE OF ONE OF THEM GETTING HURT.

HOPEFULLY, NEVER AGAIN--BALL HITS A HOLE OR CRACK-- RE SERVE OR RE PLAY THAT POINT.

Workers will be working Sat.-- will notify the police department to get inside the gates.

Was a little sad to see the bench's and umpire stand removed--- our son who is in the Marines-- made them with his boy scout troop as his Eagle Project for our school--back in about 1998.

Time goes forward------------------------

Next tournament is the 18th---We will still practice after school--- working on control and ball skills--- I am looking at the back parking lot and maybe a gym -- if it is open. Do not want to take a bus somewhere----there are too few now.

Should be back on the courts in 2 to 3 weeks.

A blessing.

Coaches: Hrncir and Lang

February 2nd: C. E. King Tournament--3 locations

Xavier Pierson & Roshonda Ross won 1st in Consolation: Mixed Doubles

Krystal Person won 2nd place in Girls Singles: Main Draw

Ja Marcus Payton lost a close match in the rain--slipping and sliding against Taylor High School

Everyone played hard and long.

Next Tournament is at King February 18th---

Practice tomorrow if it does not rain

Thanks for your support and hard work

"Failing to plan is planning to Fail"