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Latest News click on images for larger view
 Scott, Samantha and Michael after telling Sam she is the winner of the Scholarship! Dear Tennis Enthusiast,We are glad that you have logged on to the Vineyard Youth Tennis Website. I will personally be updating this site with the latest news and photos throughout the month. If you do not wish to have your child's photo displayed on the website, please notify myself or Nicole at the front desk and we will be glad to honor your request. Please check back periodically to find out what is going on at VYT. We also appreciate any feedback you may want to give, just send me an e-mail at the address on the staff page.
Scott Smith Executive Director
10 & Under Natick Tournament Results
Grant Pertile won his boys 10 & under flight at the Natick Tennis Tournament the weekend of March 6-7th. Lizzie Williamson won her girls 10 & under flight to bring home the trophy. Sam Bresnick and Benny Binder won two rounds and Owen Bresnick won all three rounds but was edged out by Grant by one game! Overall the kids performed admirably with great sportsmanship, heart and desire. They can't wait to go to another tournament now!
Potter Wins Scholarship
Samantha Potter has won the VYT Scholarship to attend the IMG Academies tennis camp this year. Samantha has displayed a hard work ethic, willingness to learn and a desire to be the best. Sam will recieve an individual plaque as well as recognition on the perpetual plaque in the lobby. Congrulations to Samantha!
Coopers Win Award
Doug and Carla Cooper have won the Volunteer of the Year Award presented by the USTA. The award will be presented on Saturday, March 6th at the USTA Dinner in Marlborough. Both Carla and Doug have been active with VYT since its inception. If you don't find Doug mending fences, umpiring matches, teaching peewees, putting up and taking down the bubble,you might actually find him at work. Carla loves to help clean up around the facility and helps out Scott with various television and video productions. Congratulations Carla and Doug!
Potter Accepted to Prestigious Tournament
Samantha Potter will be attending the Nike Junior Tour Qualifying Tournament on March 6-7th at East Hartford Racquet Club. Sam will be participating in the Girls 12 & under division.
Reid Wins Another One
Reid Yennie won another boys 16 and under tournament the last weekend in February with a 7-6, 6-4 win in the final in New Hampshire. He and Justice also won the 16 & under doubles! Congratulations boys!
10 & Under Off Island Trip for Future Teamers and Team Players
Scott will be taking a group of players off island to play a 10 and under tournament in Natick on March 6th. For some of the players, this will be their first USTA tournament. Look for the results next month.
Yennies Win Doubles Tournament
Justice and Reid Yennie won the Boys 14 and under doubles tournament in Nashua, NH the weekend of Feb 20-21. Congratulations boys!
Kiric Playing USTA Tournaments
Kiric Hallahan has now played two USTA Tournaments. The most recent one was at the Manchester Athletic Club where he won his first round in the 10 & under division. Many other children in our Future Teamers and Team players are starting to play USTA Tournaments. Please consult with Scott if you have any questions regarding these tournaments.
Thinking Summer!
VYT will be hiring a few college aged instructors this summer. However, one of the drawbacks is of course is housing. If you are interested in potentially housing one of these instructors please talk to Scott
Sunday Team Tennis Information
The Sunday afternoon Team Tennis matches are almost complete. With one match remaining on March 6, Team Albierti leads the group with a 2-0 record. Team Hess, Team Williamson and Team Pertile all are all tied with a 1-1 record. If we have a tie, be prepard for a playoff to see who the Champion of VYT will be!
Saturday Team Tennis Information
The first round of matches for the Saturday Team Tennis Group was held on Saturday, Feb 13. Team McAndrews defeated Team Sawyer in close match 29 games to 27. In the other group, Team Reagan defeated Team Lewis 27-21. The Saturday Group's next match is scheduled for March 6th. Good luck to everyone!
Potter Wins Tournament
Samantha Potter won the Cape Cod Championships 12 & under division level 6 on Valentines weekend. She defeated her opponent 6-3, 6-0 in the finals. Sam is now ranked 31 in the 12 & under and 98 in the 14 & under in New England. Congratulations Sam!
Future Teamers Promotions
Peter Burke, Abbie Lively and Erick Reubens have all been promoted to the Future Teamers. These children have all shown the love, desire and talent to be placed in the group. Congratulations to all!
Feburary School Break Activities
Although many of you will either be at the slopes or the beach, we will be holding a full slate of activities during the vactaion week. We will announce the schedule over the next few days, but look for round robins and clincs to be held throughout the week. This will be a great way to have fun while your friends are burning at the beach or fallling on the slopes!
VYT Round Robin Extravaganza a Huge Success
The Vineyard Youth Tennis Round Robin Extravaganza was a huge success with eighty players participating. The weekend started with a junior exhibition between Kent Leonard of Vineyard Haven and Reid Yennie of West Tisbury with Leonard winning 6-3, 6-3. The match was filled with exciting play featuring power and finesse. A large crowd was in attendance and enjoyed the hard hitting action. The silent auction produced close to ten thousand dollars for the Scholarship Fund with such items as tennis camps, local restaurant certificates and autographed sports memorabilia. The tennis side of the event produced some fabulous matches. Liz Roberts and Laura Schroeder defeated Nina Bramhall and twelve year old Samantha Potter 7-5, 7-5 to take home the ladies A Division crown. In the Men’s A Division, Sandy Nadelstein and Doug Cooper defeated Rob and Bill Potter 5-7, 6-2, (10-5) in a very entertaining match. Lili Cooperrider and Barbara Leonard won the ladies B Division by way of a playoff between Lisa Reagan-Sarah Moore and Elliott Bennett-Doreen Rezendez. Cooperrider and Leonard won both matches. Overall, the Ladies B Division had 18 teams participating! Bruce Lewellyn and Roland Miller came out on top in the Men’s B Division by way of a head to head win over Matt Reed-Gavin Franklin. Both teams scored 18 points but the head to head meeting prevailed Potter Does Well in Junior Tournament
Although Samantha Potter is only twelve years old, she continues to make waves in the 14 and under age bracket. In her last tournament, Sam defeated the number 40th ranked player in New England 6-2, 3-6, 10-5 and the went on and almost defeated the number 30th ranked player in three sets. As Samantha continues to get bigger, faster and stronger, those girls better watch out! For that matter, we all better watch out!
VYT Sweatshirts for Sale
Scott will be placing an order next week for Boast Fleece Sweatshirts with an embroidered VYT Logo just like the staff wears. If you would like for Scott to order you one the cost is $25.00. Don't you want to look cool just like the staff?
VYT Television for Sale
We will be getting a new flat screen television in the next few weeks. We are currently offering the television up for sale that is in the Media Room. It is a large projection style screen that was purchased probably seven years ago. Stop by and make an offer to take it away.
Scholarship Fund Working
VYT recently made a couple of purchases courtesy of the Scholarship Fund. A public Address System and umpires chair was purchased for our many exhibitions and events. We will sooon be announcing the recipient for the scholarship winner for an all expense paid trip to the IMG Academies in Florida. In the Spring we are planning a family trip to the International Tennis Hall of Fame with transportation to be paid out of the Fund. The trip will include a tour of the Museum and a chance to play on the grass courts. More details to follow. Many more events and exhibitions are planned so stay tuned!
Congratulations Future Teamers!
Lizzie Williamson, Kat Roberts, Nick Andre and Dylan McAndrews will be moving up to the Team. All four of these children have worked hard and have demonstrated the strokes, attitude and desire to be on the team. Depending on our numbers, we also may be making another move in late Spring. For the other Future Teamers, continue to work hard, book those open courts and play as much as you can and you may be next! Also, congratulate your fellow players next time you see them on their advancement.
Yennie Wins Tournament
Reid Yennie won his third Boys 16 and under tournament (level 6) in Nashua on Jan 30th with a 6-4, 6-1 win over his opponent from Winchester. With the points, Reid is now ranked number 66 in New England in the 16 & under division and 40 in the Boys 14 & under division.
Open Court Rules
Late night open court is scheduled from 7:15-8:15. Please start cleaning your brushing your court and lining at 8:05 to ensure that you are finished by 8:15.
2009-2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
JANUARY 18th High School Mixed Doubles Round Robin 23rd Quick Start Grand Prix #2 12-2 pm. 24th VYT Team Tennis #2 12-4 pm.
FEBRUARY 4-7 VYT Round Robin Extravaganza and Silent Auction to benefit the Scholarship Fund 13th Team Tennis (6-8th graders and High School) #1 Team 1 vs. Team 2 @ 12:00 , Team 3 vs. Team 4 @2:00 22-28th Vacation Week Special Clinics (see sign up)
MARCH 6TH Team Tennis (6-8th graders and High School) #2 Team 2 vs. Team 3 @ 2:00 pm. and Team 1 vs. Team 4@ 12:00 pm. 7th VYT Team Tennis #3 12-4 pm. 12:00 Team Hess vs. Team Pertile 2:00 Team Aliberti vs Williamson 20th PeeWee Day 12-1:00 pm. APRIL 10TH Team Tennis (6-8th graders and High School) #3 Team 1 vs. Team 3 and Team 2 vs. Team 4 11th VYT Team Tennis #4 (Final) 12-4 pm.
May 1st Team Tennis (6-8th graders and High School) #4 (last one) 1st Team Tennis Barbeque ( All Teams)
Parents Advisory Committee The Parents Advisory Committee was established in April to facilitate communication between VYT staff and parents of children who participate in the program. Constructive ideas and any feedback are welcome by contacting the committee chairman. Please do not submit anonymous suggestions or comments; they have little or no credibility. The committee consists of the following people. Tom Hallahan-Chair- thallahan@salemstate.edu Melissa Hackney Lorne Lewis Barbara Leonard Ann Bresnick Ann Williamson VYT Article Appears in Vineyard Times A nice article on Vineyard Youth Tennis appeared in the Vineyard Times recently. Click hear to read the story.
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES A HIT Inspirational quotes are now scattered throughout the VYT clubhouse. These quotes are from some of the greatest names in the game to remind us what it takes to become a champion, or even better, just a great competitor. Quotes will be changed weekly and if you have a favorite one of your own, let us know and we will post it. JUNIORS LATEST RANKINGS Samantha Potter-31 girls 12's & 98 in 14's Reid Yennie 37 in boys 14's & 57 in boys 16's Justice Yennie 120 Boys 14's Connor Downing 102 boys 12's Kent Leonard 77 boys 14's Keep improving and keep moving on up! VIEW THE VYT SPECIAL THAT AIRED ON THE TENNIS CHANNEL
We now have a link that will enable you to view the VYT special that aired on the tennis channel last year. The special highlighted our tennis program and features numerous interviews with parents and coaches. Please visit it at: http://www.indietennis.com/pages/koz.vineyardyouthtennis.html
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