Why People Should Watch College Tennis

May 30, 2013 | By Eric Rebhuhn
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1. The game is played at a level that most people can relate
For many tennis fans who watch professional tennis, the hope of one day hitting that great forehand that they watched Novak Djokovic hit in the finals of the U.S. Open is only a dream. But for aspiring young players, playing college tennis is a realistic goal. By going out and seeing a live college tennis match, their future goals might be within reach!

2. The intensity and atmosphere of a college tennis match
Tennis has long been a quiet cerebral sport, but college tennis is very much a boisterous, loud, and exciting sport that only a few people watch. College tennis possesses the intensity and excitement that few other sports possess. In some cases, college sports are even more fun to watch than professional sports.

3. The potential to see future ATP tour players before they make it
Professional tennis players usually play juniors before becoming pro. But some players you have probably heard of have chosen to play college tennis before going on to the pros. John Isner at Georgia, James Blake at Harvard, Bob & Mike Bryan and John McEnroe at Stanford, they all played college tennis and became successful pros after.

4. For juniors, as well as their parents who want them to play college tennis, they can see the actually level of play
College tennis gives you the opportunity to earn an academic degree, and at the same time, play tennis at a high level. Junior tennis players who would like to play collegiate tennis in the future should definitely go watch a college tennis game. Some rules change such as the “let” rule, and the dynamics may be different, but the level is high and the atmosphere is great.

5. Most matches are played on weekends and matches are usually free to watch!
Going to a basketball game with your family or watching a hockey game with your friends is always fun, but can sometimes grow to be a little expensive. If you are a tennis fan, the chances to watch high-level tennis live are very limited. College tennis provides you with the opportunity to have a good time and enjoy good quality sports live almost every weekend.


Eric Rebhuhn
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