URGENT: Tell City Council to Save Tennis Courts!

San Carlos City Council is considering a plan to alter/remove the tennis courts at Burton Park in order to add a community pool.  We need people to show up in big numbers at the Council meeting on Monday, Oct 27th at 7pm at City Hall on Elm St.  We made an impression at the latest Parks and Rec meeting last week.  The Council will vote on the Parks Master Plan at this meeting.  We need to be sure they all know how important tennis courts are in our community.

You can't make it to the meeting? Then use this link to learn more details about the Master Plan for parks and send a message to all of the Councilmembers.  Your voice will make a difference! 

SCTC Celebrates 50 Years

On Saturday, members gathered for some tennis, refreshments, and sharing of memories of 50 years of tennis.  Raffle prizes included lots of useful club swag and everyone received a SCTC tennis towel. 

 In true SCTC style, many volunteers contributed their time and energy to make this party sizzle. Kudos to Prez Laureen Cortez and  VP Mirella Bucci for planning, coordinating all the volunteers, and tirelessly running things all day. Special thanks to Mirella's son Camden for staffing the registration desk and helping with setup and cleanup.

Laureen cheering our 50 years

Remembering Chuck Smith

We mourn the loss of our treasured friend Chuck Smith, who was always a lively, upbeat player at many SCTC events and teams. Share your memories with his partner, Gypsy Wood, and other family members who would enjoy hearing about stories of Chuck they did not experience firsthand.

Chuck's family is holding a Celebration of Life on November 16, 12:30-2:30pm at Piedmont Community Hall, 711 Highland Ave, Piedmont, CA.  If you plan to attend, please RSVP at either Charleskevinsmith@rsvpify.com or contact Gypsy Wood at soroyawood1920@gmail.com

From the Norcal Newsletter:

Link to the Interview with Jeffrey Peterson

Link to Jeff's description of his tennis journey.  Don't miss the photos!

NEW! Drop In tennis on Saturdays

Got some room in your tennis schedule for some extra sets? Want to meet some new players?

We are trying a new drop-in weekly starting April 12 at 9am on Saturdays at Highland courts. This is open to both men and women - matchups will be both mixed and same gender. Non-members are welcome.  No fee. Let's show the SC Parks Dept that tennis courts are fully utilized for tennis!

Looking for a USTA Team to Join?

Here's the link to all the SCTC teams.  Don't see one for you? Contact our USTA Director to get help starting a new team. usta@sancarlostennis.com

SCTC Scores new Tennis Record!

According to our partner in ball recycling, SCTC players have now helped keep 32,400 tennis balls out of US landfills! Isn't that incredible? Keep filling those green cardboard bins, usually available courtside at Arguello. 

Want to help even more? Contact Lisa McKenna pastpresident@sancarlostennis.com and get a workout moving those filled boxes to the Post Office.

With all the courts packed these days, I'm guessing your racquet is ready to be restrung. SCTC members Bimal and Hemali Shah's daughter, Yashvi, runs her own stringing business and offers a good deal: cost is only $20 plus cost of strings. Bonus: 20% of her revenue goes to charity. Yashvi promises a 48-hour turnaround. Contact her at 650 741-8383.

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

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