January Play Day Winners

 The car's temperature read 29 degrees, but the sun made it feel warmer. Thanks to all that came out to support Dale's Play Day.   There were 4 courts of players and a good time was had and of course Dale's pies were delicious. The winners were: Evelyn, John, James and Diane.

January Happenings / Announcements

                                                 
Play Day - January 12th, hosted by Dale and Cameron. See you there at 9am.

Dues Reminder: Don't forget to pay your dues. ATA PO Box 684, Alamogordo, NM 88310.

We're hoping to officially kick-off the Latino Outreach Program on the 19th of January. Chance is in need of teaching help and Raymond and Janet have volunteered to do some teaching. If you know of any 9-13 year olds looking to learn a new sport, contact Dale for information.

Battle of the Clubs: January 26-27th.

Racquet left behind.  On Sunday, 12/30 a Head Metallix Flexpoint racquet was left behind. John White has placed it in the shed, should you know who it belongs to, please let the board know.

Thanks and Happy New Year.

Alamogordo Tennis Association

We had a great weekend at John Newcombe's Tennis Camp with Lee and Diane and Jamie and Emory Borsodi(Picacho Tennis Club). Lots of tennis, good camaraderie, good food and lots of fun. Congrats to Joe for winning a trophy for winning the doubles tournament.

Joe, Adrian(teaching pro) and Joe's partner Pedro

ATA Member Dues

Dear ATA members,

DUES ARE DUE!

ATA annual membership dues are due Jan. 1, 2013. Dues remain a bargain at $15/individual and $29/family! Dues will be accepted from now to Feb. 1, 2013 and can be given to John Genta or mailed to ATA, PO Box 684, Alamogordo, NM 88310.

“Why should I pay my dues when I can get all the information about tennis on the web site?” you might ask.   Yes, we have a great web site (alamogordotennis.blogspot.com) that gives updates on tennis in the area.

So why might you want to pay your dues?

1. Dues support ATA which is the only organized tennis club in Otero and Lincoln Counties

2. Paying dues gets your name on the roster so others can contact you. This roster will be revised early next year and non paying players will be deleted

3. Paying dues allows your name to remain on the ATA email list where continuous emails are sent to inform and remind players of upcoming events. This list will also be revised early next year.

4. Paying dues makes you eligible to play in monthly PLAY DAYS and other events.

Also, please note: after July 1st ATA charges half price for NEW MEMBERS only. This is an incentive for new members to join, not a discount for old members who prefer to join for only 6 months. It simplifies record keeping to only add new members to the roster and email list, so please don’t ask for a 6 months membership.

Thank you for your continued support for ATA.

  Happy Holidays from your ATA Board.

December Play Day

It was a little chilly at first, but with hot coffee to warm your insides, then the warm sunshine. Thanks for coming out to the courts and playing. 

December's winners! Congrats and thanks for showing up.

Some more photos:

Battle of the Clubs

Okay folks, it's official, for the new poster is out.



Currently, Sintra has offered to Captain a 3.0 team and she already has players, please contact her if you are interested and/or helping her captain the 3.0 team.

Joe & Janet have volunteered to Captain a 3.5 team and have 7 players.

It appears we have enough interest, so it's possible that there will be (2) 3.5 teams, if you are interested please send an email to the ATA and someone will be in touch with you. We've asked someone to captain this second team, and are awaiting their response.

The ATA board is looking for potential ATA members whom are looking to hit with the high school students. We are trying to organize interaction of the two groups when the season starts for the high school. The goal is to have the students get experience by hitting with the more experienced members and have the members hit with another generation and pass on skills and tips as well as having a good time. If you are interested in the idea, please contact Janet at the number (575-415-3634). The season starts at the end of January to the beginning of February, so you have plenty of time to think on your decision. The ATA board thanks you for your help.