http://tennisrecruiting.net/articles/default.asp Copyright 2009, Sirius Software Inc. http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:16:05 -0500 dallas@tennisrecruiting.net Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 webmaster@tennisrecruiting.net http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/img/logo_small.gif http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/articles/default.asp 40 40 This week we release the November edition of the Prince Hot 100. The Prince Hot 100 features 100 boys and 100 girls who have been playing outstanding tennis. These players have substantially improved their rankings over the past month. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=833 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 With their regional competitions held outdoors, the Pac-10 players who won entry into the ITA Indoor had to adapt quickly once they arrived at Yale University. They did just that, with teams from Stanford earning an unprecedented sweep of the doubles title, and Steve Johnson of the University of Southern California and Jana Juricova of California-Berkeley capturing the singles titles at the Cullman-Heyman Tennis Center in West Haven, Conn. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=876 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 It was only fitting that, after bucking the odds as both a high school and junior tennis star, Lilly Kimbell chose college over the pros. That was a simple decision. Deciding among Florida State, North Carolina, Texas, Illinois and Georgia... now that took some thinking. Ultimately, the 5'7" right-hander chose to cross the country and attend the University of Georgia next fall. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=872 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 Five-star recruit Zachary Katz has made the decision to head East to play college tennis for the Pennsylvania Quakers. His coach, the legendary Rick Macci, thinks it is a great fit. Zach is very bright and will get a super education," Macci said. "He can be a top Ivy League singles and doubles player right away." http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=848 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 Santa Clara University men's tennis coach Derek Mills tackles recruiting with the same competitive spirit he does a dual match. He is undeterred as he goes after his targets. The results speak for themselves. Last year's recruiting class was ranked, and the 2010 class starts off with Blue Chip recruit John Lamble. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=875 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 Thanksgiving is fast approaching but Chris Mengel couldn't wait until Nov. 26 to share his gratitude. In revealing his commitment to play tennis at Duke, the blue-chip Pittsburgh prospect thanked everyone from Craig Perry, his coach of eight years, to the International Tennis Academy, where Mengel spent the first half of 2009 honing his strokes. Friends, family and the staff at Pittsburgh's Shady Side Academy rounded out Mengel's thank-you list. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=859 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 The pull of a close-knit family and a university's athletic and academic tradition made Daniel Kosakowski's college choice easy. The native Californian with strong Polish roots will stay in Los Angeles and don the blue and gold of the UCLA Bruins. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=850 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 Back when she was playing zonals and intersectionals for the Florida section, Alexandra Cercone loved the team atmosphere at those junior competitions. She treasured the bonds formed by the team t-shirts and well-rehearsed cheers. And although college tennis may mean bigger audiences for that team spirit, her decision to sign a National Letter of Intent to join the University of Florida in 2010 will keep that Florida pride in full view. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=862 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 Maria Mira, with her grit, determination, and serve-and-volley game is heading to Tennessee next fall to wear the black and gold of the Vanderbilt Commodores. "I chose Vanderbilt based on the following factors: the small student population, its academic excellence and topnotch tennis program with a great coaching staff and its beautiful campus in the heart of Nashville." http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=858 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 Signing Week is now underway, and tomorrow seniors can start signing their National Letters of Intent. Today, we hear comments from boys and girls across the country in our National Roundup. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=861 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 Five-star recruit Cal Hilsman will officially don the orange-and-white jersey at Clemson this coming January, and he can't wait for the day to come. "It was a no-brainer," he said about his decision to go to Clemson, less than two hours from his home in Spartanburg, S.C. "It just felt right. I really think that this is the best environment for me to grow not only as a tennis player but as a person. It is close to home and close to heart." http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=842 Mon, 9 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 The "countdown" is over - Signing Week has arrived! We start off by taking one last look at the Blue Chip boys and girls. There are several commitments and updates, and four of the Blue Chips are announcing their college choices this week - right here at TennisRecruiting.net. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=874 Mon, 9 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 Blue Chip Lacey Smyth had numerous suitors vying for her commitment: Colorado, Pepperdine, San Diego and Washington. Ultimately, her heart went to Arizona. "I chose Arizona [because of its] supportive coaching staff, the cohesiveness of the team, and the career opportunities available at the University," said the #3-ranked Californian. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=857 Fri, 6 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 October's baker's dozen of aces range in age from 11 to 23, and posted their wins in locations equally as diverse - Germany, Japan, Tulsa, Okla., Bolivia and Curacao, to name just a few of the places where these champions were crowned. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=873 Thu, 5 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500 This year's US Open was an exciting one! For the first time in six years, a new men's champion was crowned... congratulations Juan Martin Del Potro. Kudos also go out to Kim Clijsters who proved all the naysayers wrong... Both players brought excitement and a renewed and much-needed spark of interest to the game. http://www.tennisrecruiting.net/article.asp?id=869 Wed, 4 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500