SHOWTIME Sports Documentary Films today has announced McENROE, a captivating and powerful film that dives deep into the life of John McEnroe, one of tennis’ all-time greats who rose to world No. 1 for four consecutive years, all the while battling intense bouts of perfectionism and self-doubt. The documentary will have its World Premiere at the Tribeca Film…
Earlier this year, Michael Zheng had to make one of those crucial decisions that all top high school athletes face towards the end of their junior careers: where to attend college. Zheng, a blue-chip, five-star recruit from Montville, New Jersey, is one of the top tennis players in the country in his age group,…
The popularity of Pickleball is exploding. While many have concerns that this will derail the tennis industry, in the long run, pickleball will grow and support the health of tennis It’s time for the tennis world to embrace this sport because it reflects an experience that comes full circle, from Quickstart tennis to traditional…
I have written about this idea in several different ways in the past. It seems too simple for it to actually work. However, Rafael Nadal just won his 22nd Grand Slam and his 14th French Open by basically doing this better on more of the points than his opponents. When analyzing his last match…
The Hunter Hawks have won the PSAL “A” Division Championship after battling and defeating not only the brutally hot weather conditions, but a tough Bronx Science Wolverines team. The intense heat in Queens was undoubtedly on the minds of both teams, with temperatures reaching 94 degrees at certain points throughout the match. “I think…
Major League Pickleball (MLP), the elite pickleball league showcasing the world’s best professional pickleball players in a unique mixed-gender team format, today announced its full line-up of teams, owners, events, and sponsors, as it prepares to kickstart its second season at MLP 2022 Austin from June 3rd-5th. In addition to Austin, additional MLP 2022…
Tennis players on the pro tour rarely step on the court feeling 100 percent physically. They almost always have nagging injuries, soreness, or sometimes even chronic problems that are basically caused by the repetitive nature of the game. A player needs to pay attention to these issues and do everything possible to limit them,…
Earlier this month, American Coco Gauff graduated from high school, and was able to celebrate doing so while in Paris preparing for the French Open. Fast-forward a little more than a week and the 18-year-old’s time in Paris is not done yet as she powered her way into the semifinals on Tuesday. Gauff ousted…
Frederick Douglass captured the New York City PSAL “B” Division title after downing Bard 4-1 in the championship match at Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Shawn Mitchell Yon notched a 6-1, 6-3 at first singles, while Jeremy Victoria posted a 6-0, 6-0 triumph at second singles. Rounding out the singles play was Joshua Bey, who…
The annual NYJTL Mayor Dinkins Cup will return to the Bronx from May 26 to June 5, 2022 at the Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning. Eleven scholarships have been awarded that will provide a total of $70,000 to program participants to help them achieve their collegiate ambitions. The scholarships will be presented to the…