New SCTC Board Openings

Want to make a difference in how SCTC operates? It's time to do your share in this all-volunteer organization.  There are openings for a Tournaments Director and Advanced Team Tennis Director. Contact Laureen Cortez vicepresident@sancarlostennis.com if you are interested in finding out more.

The entire club will be voting online shortly on the proposed slate for next year's Board of Directors. Look for the link to your ballot soon. 

Upcoming: New USTA Season - Captains Needed

The next USTA season includes leagues 40+ M and W, 40+ Daytime, Mixed 18+, 65+ Daytime.  Check out the teams currently sponsored by SCTC here.  NOTE: Players cannot register on a team until after USTA releases the end-of-year player rankings, usually after Thanksgiving, so all these teams are currently labeled as "closed".

 Don't see a team for you? Two solutions:

1. We need more captains! Contact our USTA Coordinators, Tom Fuerst and Melanie Hanssen usta@sancarlostennis.com if you are interested in running your own team.  Want to start by being a cocaptain? They'll line you up with an experienced captain to guide you. 

2. OR Sign up for mixed and here for mens or women's 40+: and our tireless USTA Coordinators will do their best to match you up with a team. 

USTA teams: Recent Results

Playoffs for leagues from the summer season are in full swing now. San Carlos TC has 10 teams that did well in their league flights and are in playoff matches. The next two weekends are packed with playoff matches.  

SCTC Tennis Gear Makes a Perfect Gift

How can you show appreciation for your favorite tennis partners? Limited edition SCTC items - hats, visors, t-shirts, water bottles, bags and more are available for sale.  Go to STORE to select items and pay by credit card.  Laureen Cortez will contact you to arrange a pick up of your order at the Arguello Courts. 

There are some great captain gifts here.  Check it out!

Winners of Club Tournament on Sunday, Sept 22

Wow, this 2.5/3.0 Women's Combo tournament ended in a nail biter. Only one game separated 1st place team Keri Hoffacker and Dana Gifford from runner up team Zoe Wang and Sophia Wang. Every one enjoyed competitive yet relaxed tennis. Many thanks to Dawn Campbell for organizing this event.

Friday Mens DropIn - New Coordinator

   Many thanks to Roger Van Cleve, long-time SCTC Director (as Treasurer), who has stepped up again to manage the Friday morning mens DropIn at Highlands. The early start (8am) pretty much guarantees court availability.  Come check it out!

  Can you help serve as backup coordinator for any of our dropIns, so our diligent coordinators who manage things every week can get a vacation or tend to family affairs? How about if you split weeks with a current coordinator?  Full list is below.

 Please contact our drop-in director, Melanie at dropins@sancarlostennis.com

Ball Recycling program is a Winner!

SCTC is a big contributor to tennis ball recycling.  The club needs someone to step up and bring the full boxes of balls to UPS.  This is an easy way for YOU to help reduce landfill and help save our environment.

We collect lots of used balls at the Arguello courts, which are deposited in the green bins courtside. At club events, mailing bins are available (ask your event coordinator if you don't see them).  The bins are stored in the Shed until sent for recycling. If you would like to help with this program, please contact Lisa McKenna president@sancarlostennis.com

Know the Rules before the Match

New USTA Norcal League Rules & Etiquette Flier 

Here's an easy reference to common issues in USTA match play. Download, print, and keep a hard copy in your tennis bag.  You are all set if an opponent doesn't know the current Rules.

Did You Cancel Your Event Registration?
SCTC does not give refunds, but your account will be credited for the full amount of registration. The system doesn't automatically apply a credit, if you have one. Please follow these instructions to register for paid events using any credits in your account: Using a credit to pay for a new event.pdf

Chutes and Ladders, Tennis Version

Move up and down the ladder by challenging players, plan matches on your own schedule, and meet new tennis buddies.  Instructions on how to register for the SCTC Men's or Women's ladders and other logistics are on the Ladders page. Also check out the Ladder Challenge Rules.

Contact Chris Guslani @ chris@guslani.com with questions about the Men's ladder.

Contact Laureen Cortez at laureentc@yahoo.com regarding the Women's Ladder.

Tennis Lessons at Arguello Courts

 Are you looking to make a positive change to your game?  Improve your skills or add new ones?   Do you want to work on doubles strategy with a partner or set up a team clinic?

Silicon Valley Tennis Academy offers adult tennis lessons at the Arguello courts.   Please contact the Academy for prices and available time slots at contactus@svtennisacademy.com