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Articles by Harry

About Harry Cicma

When it comes to college tennis, Harry Cicma is your man. Cicma covers tennis and other athletic stories NBC Sports, writing articles and producing video segments.

He is co-founder and host of World Tennis a weekly tennis show on NESN, and host of of Tennis Live Radio's College Corner.

Cicma competed as a junior in USTA/New England and went on to play college tennis at Rutgers University. As a professional, Cicma competed at the ATP Newport tournament and the San Jose Siebel Open. He reached a career-high #75 in the ATP doubles team rankings and #1262 in the ATP Entry System.

In media, Cicma has run the gamut. He has worked for NBC, CBS, ABC, ESPN, FOX Sports Net, the Tennis Channel, and World Team Tennis. Cicma has announced NCAA sports as well as the US Open Tennis Championships on both TV and radio.

 

23-Jul-2010
Catching Up with Vinay Bhamidipati
Harry Cicma recently got the chance to sit down with Vinay Bhamidipati, a former New Jersey high school state champion who went on to play college tennis at Columbia. Cicma and Bhamidipati talked about junior and college tennis, life after competitive tennis, and how tennis has helped prepare him for life.

30-Jun-2010
Quick Takes with Middlebury Coach Dave Schwarz
Just a month ago, the Middlebury men's tennis team hoisted its 2010 NCAA Championship trophy, the second team title for the Panthers. Harry Cicma of NBC Sports fired off a few questions to Middlebury Head Coach Dave Schwarz shortly after his championship.

22-Jun-2010
Former Rutgers Captain Greg Schweitzer
Greg Schweitzer served as captain and played #1 at Rutgers University. After a successful college career, Schweitzer went on to earn a #75 world doubles ranking on the ATP tour. Harry Cicma caught up with Schweitzer to talk about his career, the significance of Rutgers and NCAA tennis, and advice he would give to junior tennis players today.

2-Jun-2010
New Jersey Legend Mickey Cook
Harry Cicma speaks with New Jersey tennis legend Mickey Cook. Cook currently serves as the head tennis coach for Monmouth University's Division I men's tennis team, and was previously a Big East Coach of the year at Rutgers University. Cook was a top NCAA regionally-ranked tennis player at Rutgers, and he is considered to be one of the best players in New Jersey High School state history.

17-Mar-2010
Talking with Virginia Tech's Jim Thompson
In college men's tennis, the Atlantic Coast Conference has always been packed with strong teams. This year, one of the hottest teams in the conference - as well as the nation - is Virginia Tech. Harry Cicma of NBC Sports recently got the chance to sit down with Hokie Head Coach Jim Thompson.

22-Jan-2010
Conversation with Brown's Jay Harris
The Brown Bears are coming off a 2009 season where they went 18-10 overall and 4-3 in the Ivy League. Many of last year's key contributors have graduated, but head coach Jay Harris adds a crop of talented freshmen to his team for 2010. Harry Cicma of FiOS1 and WRNN sat down with Coach Harris to talk about his teams - past and present - and about playing tennis in the Ivy League.

23-Nov-2009
Conversation with Providence Coach Kyle LaBranche
There is a family dynasty in the Tennis Department at Providence College. After Carl LaBranche led the men's and women's teams for more than a decade; his son, Kyle, has taken over as the new women's tennis head coach. Kyle is one of the hot young prospects in the world of Division 1 coaching, and I recently caught up with the Lady Friars new leader.

3-Aug-2009
Conversation with Devin Britton
A year ago, Devin Britton was a Blue Chip senior in the Class of 2009. After heading to Ole Miss in January to play the college dual season, Britton is now the reigning NCAA singles champion - and he recently made the decision to turn pro. Harry Cicma of NBC News caught up with Britton to reflect on his recent past and look forward to the U.S. Open.

8-Jul-2009
Summer Session
The summer offseason is upon us. Maybe you played #7 on your college team last year... or you just missed qualifying for the Regionals by one spot. How can you make the most of your summer tennis regimen in order to jump into the line up or achieve that national ranking? Here are a few key elements for success.

17-Apr-2009
Conversation with Syracuse Coach Luke Jensen
One of the most famous coaches in the NCAA is Syracuse head coach Luke Jensen. Jensen, who won the 1993 French Open doubles title with his brother Murphy, is now in his third season as head coach of the Orange. Harry Cicma of NBC News caught up with Jensen during Signing Week.

26-Jan-2009
Conversation with Noah Gardner
This article is not about a current All-American, a top 150 ATP player, or a national champion. It is rather about a player whose heart epitomizes what NCAA College tennis is all about. Noah Gardner is a senior captain on the Brown University men's tennis team. In my opinion, Noah, has represented every aspect of perseverance that makes a successful collegiate athlete.

1-Jan-2009
Rock N' Roll and College Tennis
People always complain about tennis not being TV-friendly. Coach Ed Krass - founder and director of the College Tennis Exposure Camp - is setting out to change all that. Krass will help Brown and Boston University host the first-ever "Rock N' Roll" college tennis dual match in the history of the NCAA on January 24 in Providence, R.I, when the Bears men's team hosts the Terriers.

5-Dec-2008
Conversation with Bryant University's Ron Gendron
After a successful run in Division 2, the Bryant University Bulldogs are in their first year competing at the Division 1 level. I recently spoke with Bryant Head Coach Ron Gendron about the excitement surrounding his tennis program.

19-Sep-2008
Harry's Quick Take on College Tennis
The leaves here in New England are beginning to change to the colors of the fall. The students are beginning to fill the streets around my homes of College Hill in Providence, Rhode Island and Northern New Jersey. That can only mean one thing... the NCAA Fall season is about to arrive!

21-Apr-2008
2008 NCAA Men's Tournament Preview
It's the best time of year again in the world of college tennis. The NCAA tournament is right around the corner, and all eyes are on the festive conference tournaments taking place. With no further adieu, here are a few notable men's tennis teams and conferences to look for during the NCAA madness.

4-Apr-2008
Major Statement for NCAA Tennis
Novak Djokovic's second round 7-6(1), 3-6, 6-4 loss to South African Qualifier Kevin Anderson in Miami is not only a monumental upset, but also a major statement for NCAA College tennis.

14-Sep-2007
2007-08 Men's College Preview
It's that time of year when tennis dreams and emotions are riding high in the afterglow of the U.S. Open. When late August arrives I can't help but relive the excitement I used to feel before heading back to school for another year of NCAA tennis. I would spend my time wondering if all the hard work over the summer would pay off, and how the new recruits would fit into our team dynamic. Let's take a look around the world of men's college tennis.


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