Howell Tennis News
April 22nd-April 28th
Go Noor!
Our freshmen played his first singles match vs. SCH!
Tommy & Justin
These guys were our only Howell Dubs Day 2 Survivors!
Lancis/Tencer
A new sport was developed by the boys at McNair Park between matches vs. SCW.
Chipotle, GACs, & Car Cleanse!!!
Some ups and downs this week in match play, but we need to shift gears and focus on the lessons we've learned from the losses and the improvements we are trying to achieve through practice. There is ALOT going on this week so please read thoroughly!
MONDAY we play Liberty at home and then we will GO OUT TO EAT AT CHIPOTLE AS A TEAM! Parents and friends please join us or eat at Chipotle anytime from 4-8pm (see flyer for store address off Hwy K). Prior to paying let them know you are there for FHHS Tennis and/or show the flyer from your phone or printed off copy.
WED/THURS the Top 12 and a sub will join us at Troy for GACs. See the details on the document below. A specific bracket for all matches will be created no later than Tuesday evening and you can estimate when your son is playing. They will miss school likely both days. We will take a bus.
Note the date for retakes of Team Pictures is APRIL 24TH and all players need to sign up for a Car Cleanse shift by TODAY (Sunday 4/22)! All other details and upcoming events are below.
DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR SNACK/DRINKS IF YOU SIGNED UP FOR THIS WEEK. LINK TO THE DOC IS STILL BELOW.
MONDAY we play Liberty at home and then we will GO OUT TO EAT AT CHIPOTLE AS A TEAM! Parents and friends please join us or eat at Chipotle anytime from 4-8pm (see flyer for store address off Hwy K). Prior to paying let them know you are there for FHHS Tennis and/or show the flyer from your phone or printed off copy.
WED/THURS the Top 12 and a sub will join us at Troy for GACs. See the details on the document below. A specific bracket for all matches will be created no later than Tuesday evening and you can estimate when your son is playing. They will miss school likely both days. We will take a bus.
Note the date for retakes of Team Pictures is APRIL 24TH and all players need to sign up for a Car Cleanse shift by TODAY (Sunday 4/22)! All other details and upcoming events are below.
DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR SNACK/DRINKS IF YOU SIGNED UP FOR THIS WEEK. LINK TO THE DOC IS STILL BELOW.
R Respect I Integrity S Sportsmanship E Excellence
ACE OF THE WEEK
The Character Aspect
Now that we have gotten through tryouts and preliminary ranking, every week I will be highlighting a player that represents our RISE Core Values and/or demonstrates a great deal mental toughness and quality character. We will have regular discussions about being a good teammate, person, peer, and player.
This week's ACE is ???? Who will it be?
Last Week's ACE: Alex Brisso
Brisso started tennis this season, his senior year. My only wish is that he started sooner because he has proven to be a good teammate and coachable player. He doesn't miss practices and he stays until the end of matches to support on his teammates. He brings a subtle humorous note to the group and I appreciation his presence on the courts.
Updated Team Rank Order
TEAM DUTIES
Every week I will be assigning practice helpers. These will involve you putting away and getting out the ball hoppers (as well as making sure they are locked up). If we get out Tina or Trixie I will likely have you assist in this as well.
- Alex Piwowarski
- Tristan Alvernia
- Jon Lane
Practice Makes Progress Schedule
4.23 MONDAY Match vs. Liberty HOME
- Meet in my room right after school.
- Head to courts about 240 to start warmup.
- Match play begins by 330.
- THIS IS CHIPOTLE NIGHT! SPREAD THE WORD. SEE FLYER BELOW FOR ALL DETAILS, BUT WE WILL HEAD OUT AS A TEAM AFTER THE MATCH TO GET DINNER TOGETHER AT CHIPOTLE. EITHER SHOW THEM THE FLYER AT CHECK OUT (PAPER OR PHONE) OR JUST BE SURE TO ANNOUNCE PRIOR TO PAYING YOU ARE THERE TO SUPPORT FHHS BOYS TENNIS.
- Team Pictures. Bring packet forms and money to turn into the photographer. We will wear team uniform blue top and white shorts. DO NOT WEAR SOME OTHER PAIR OF WHITE SHORTS. *Bring practice clothes to change into.
- Strategic Play and Prep for GACs.
4.25 WEDNESDAY GACs at Troy for Top 12 plus subs/managers
- WE WILL HAVE A BUS. DEPARTURE TIME TBD (likely around 645-7am). Team decision on eating prior.
4.26 THURSDAY GACs at Troy for Top 12 plus subs/managers
- WE WILL HAVE A BUS. DEPARTURE TIME TBD (likely around 645-7am). Team decision on eating prior.
4.27 FRIDAY Practice 230-430 AND/OR rain makeups for GACs.
- If practice, head out to courts as usual.
- If GAC make up day, TBD.
4.28 SATURDAY CAR CLEANSE
- Show up for the shift you signed up for. I will discuss on Th/Fri and remind you of when you should be there.
- Please remember to bring the items you signed up to bring or give them to me prior to Saturday.
- No practice before/after since Prom is the night before. Make sure we are SMART and SAFE and do not engage in activities that would misrepresent Howell, yourself, your teammates, and Viking Tennis in a negative way.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Chipotle Night MONDAY 4/23
Team Picture Day is TUESDAY 4/24
- Weather will determine what uniform items we wear.
- You must bring your picture packet orders with $$$ that day.
- Pictures begin immediately after school so bring a change of clothes as well for practice that will follow.
GAC Information WEDNESDAY 4/25-THURSDAY 4/26
Annual Car Cleanse SATURDAY 4/28
- I need more people now for only the 11-1 and 12-2 shift.
- I have added bring snacks as an option to the car cleanse and removed items no longer needed.
- I understand that prom is the day before, so we will only do the Car Cleanse and no practice until Sunday from 12-2.
- Please make sure you work around being at the fundraiser and helping out the team! The proceeds support what were are able to provide to our seniors and prepare for the team banquet!
Senior Celebration Match is Scheduled for MONDAY 4/30
- More details to come.
JV Tournament and Final Match of the Season on Wednesday May 2nd
We will host a JV Tournament for all doubles JV players from 6D and below. We may have to utilize 4-5D as well depending on numbers. Teams will be mixed and evened out and we will be in a bracket vs. FHN and FHC. More details to come.
REMAINING Matches Schedule
Boys Tennis Season Information 2018
See the below Google Document for information that was dispersed during Meet The Coaches!
ARCHIVED TIPS OF THE WEEK
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How To Hit a Tennis Serve | 3 Vital Tips on Serve in Tennis
Adding a Slice Serve to Your Arsenal
Tennis Tips: Best Slice Serve Drill in the World for Max Control
Proper Forehand Technique
How To Learn The Forehand
Two-Handed Backhand Technique
Tennis Two Handed Backhand | Master Your Double Hander In 3 Steps
Howell Tennis
Please use the following information to contact myself, Coach Carlson, or to stay up to date with the latest from Viking Tennis!
Email: tracy.carlson@fhsdschools.org
Website: www.fhvikings.com
Location: 7001 Hwy 94 S, Saint Charles, MO, United States
Phone: 314-494-0897
Twitter: @FHVikingTennis