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Forum: Racquets 03-19-2013, 04:36 PM
Replies: 54
One more time, if you are over 50 and at least a 4.5, what frame ?
Views: 3,104
Posted By Old school Paul
Yonex Vcore 95 D...great stick, decent weight but...

Yonex Vcore 95 D...great stick, decent weight but not to taxing. A 4.5 or better should be fine with the sweet spot.
Forum: Shoes and Apparel 11-30-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 9
T22 lover. Need recommendation for similar replacement.
Views: 689
Posted By Old school Paul
Yonex 308, I ran into the same problem,...

Yonex 308, I ran into the same problem, theseyonex shoes are close and seem lighter.
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 08-03-2012, 05:36 PM
Replies: 8
question about Alta mens high A levels
Views: 1,247
Posted By Old school Paul
Three years ago we went to the finals when I was...

Three years ago we went to the finals when I was living in Atlanta with a mixed group. We had one 5.0, 3 4.5's,and the rest were 4.0. We lost to a similar team.
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 07-17-2012, 06:58 PM
Replies: 60
Any ideas on how to stop folks from overrating when self-rating?
Views: 4,319
Posted By Old school Paul
I have to disagree. My experience is most men...

I have to disagree. My experience is most men want to rate themselves too low so they can win or a captain will encourage them to. Many women are very impatient to have a higher rating so they domth...
Forum: Pro Match Results and Discussion 07-06-2012, 06:32 AM
Replies: 1,662
Poll: Djokovic vs Federer match thread
Views: 63,510
Posted By Old school Paul
He still has one to go before he again proves the...

He still has one to go before he again proves the GOAT
Forum: Racquets 06-01-2012, 01:38 PM
Replies: 25
Okay - I've accepted my ability is declining, so racket suggestions?
Views: 1,675
Posted By Old school Paul
Rebel 98

You might try the Prince Rebel 98. I am playing 4.5 and in my early 50's and it has helped me just enough. I have played 4.5 for the past 10 years and was a 5.0 before playing mostly with Prestige...
Forum: Strings 04-14-2012, 06:37 PM
Replies: 74
Thebuffman's Playtest Journal
Views: 6,680
Posted By Old school Paul
Full poly and injuries

I have had TE in the past and was never sure if it was the stiffness of the stick or the poly. After some testing of more flexible sticks with full poly and stiff sticks with soft strings like NRG2...
Forum: Racquets 04-01-2012, 09:51 AM
Replies: 1
Prestige S Vs Rebel 98 Vs BLX Team
Views: 375
Posted By Old school Paul
I have played with both the prestige and the...

I have played with both the prestige and the Rebel. Currently playing with the Rebel, i like the balance and the overall flex, getting familiar with the grip. I have been a long time Head player, my...
Forum: For Sale or Trade 03-31-2012, 12:13 PM
Replies: 5
Prince Rebel 95 9/10 4 1/2
Views: 472
Posted By Old school Paul
Is this racquet still available?

Is this racquet still available?
Forum: For Sale or Trade 03-30-2012, 07:05 PM
Replies: 5
Prince Rebel 95 9/10 4 1/2
Views: 472
Posted By Old school Paul
Is the racquet still available, I am looking for...

Is the racquet still available, I am looking for a backup
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 07-13-2010, 04:05 PM
Replies: 26
Does Anyone Prefer Hitting 1 handed topspin backhands over slices?
Views: 1,188
Posted By Old school Paul
I prefer my top spin one hand backhand to slice. ...

I prefer my top spin one hand backhand to slice. I am more consistent and it is one of my best shots particularly off of a service return.
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 07-11-2010, 02:31 PM
Replies: 2
Milwaukee area tennis
Views: 509
Posted By Old school Paul
Thanks Wally

Thanks Wally
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 07-07-2010, 09:49 AM
Replies: 2
Milwaukee area tennis
Views: 509
Posted By Old school Paul
Milwaukee area tennis

My brother is moving to the Milwaukee area this fall...what are the local league options? He is currently a 4.0 USTA player both singles and doubles. What are the best indoor courts to play on in...
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 07-04-2010, 01:28 PM
Replies: 15
A Captain's Thoughts On A Decent Season
Views: 1,025
Posted By Old school Paul
Javier We are playing 4.5 I believe Cindy is a...

Javier

We are playing 4.5 I believe Cindy is a 3.5
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 07-03-2010, 07:02 PM
Replies: 15
A Captain's Thoughts On A Decent Season
Views: 1,025
Posted By Old school Paul
Cindy We have moved from a good team to a very...

Cindy

We have moved from a good team to a very good team this year on the strength of adding one singles player who is a kid home from college who was a top high school and junior player (now 21)...
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 06-22-2010, 09:54 AM
Replies: 40
Mixed Doubles: What to do when your female partner is slow?
Views: 1,670
Posted By Old school Paul
My strategy is just the opposite. My partner is...

My strategy is just the opposite. My partner is average speed but caanot volley very well. she has average groundstrokes and we keep her back most of the time. I move up and back depending on the...
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 06-14-2010, 02:51 PM
Replies: 61
What's the worst/meanest thing an opponent has to you?
Views: 3,994
Posted By Old school Paul
This is a funny one...Here in Atlanta we have an...

This is a funny one...Here in Atlanta we have an Alta league with levels of AA, A,B,and C. I was playing mixed doubles with a partner who might be a 3.5 lady against a husband 4.0, and wife 4.5. ...
Forum: Pros' Racquets and Gear 06-14-2010, 07:54 AM
Replies: 21
Sam Querrey Hats
Views: 1,930
Posted By Old school Paul
Easy guys, Sam is a young guy bringing a new...

Easy guys, Sam is a young guy bringing a new style to tennis. Who cares what hat he wears as long as he wins...remember Agassi, Nadal, etc. At least he does not have air holes in his shirt.
Forum: Former Pro Player Talk 06-11-2010, 08:34 AM
Replies: 49
Are Connors and McEnroe at their Current Age Right Now Playing at 5.0 Level?
Views: 3,126
Posted By Old school Paul
Several years ago I played against a retired pro...

Several years ago I played against a retired pro in his late 60's, George McCall and he was no where near the player Mac was on the tour. Even in his 60's he was able to compete in the middle of the...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 06-02-2010, 03:17 PM
Replies: 22
Are these people really 3.5?
Views: 1,085
Posted By Old school Paul
They look lower to me...3.0. I play with some...

They look lower to me...3.0. I play with some 3.5's in a club league and they can sustain a rally, have better serves and I believe would beat these guys handily.
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 05-13-2010, 12:23 PM
Replies: 19
reverse slice serve?
Views: 950
Posted By Old school Paul
I have a guy on my mixed doubles team who uses...

I have a guy on my mixed doubles team who uses this serve fairly effectively. It curves like a lefty, skids out like a slice, and seems to stay low. The problem is it is very low paced, but because...
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 05-10-2010, 05:02 PM
Replies: 7
NTRP Ratings
Views: 823
Posted By Old school Paul
TG 87 Stop worrying about your rating and...

TG 87

Stop worrying about your rating and practice, have fun, and your results will improve. Guys I know who worry about their rating play under to much pressure and do not improve their game or...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 05-10-2010, 04:58 PM
Replies: 45
chris edwards rating 5.0??
Views: 4,123
Posted By Old school Paul
looks like a decent 5.0 to me, I am mid to low...

looks like a decent 5.0 to me, I am mid to low 4.5 and he would certainly give me trouble.
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 05-04-2010, 12:34 PM
Replies: 24
I didn't make the team.
Views: 2,028
Posted By Old school Paul
cc Keep working on your game. A little story,...

cc

Keep working on your game. A little story, we moved our family from one state to another and our son who was a Senior went out for the tennis team and got cut. The Coach told him it was a...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 04-27-2010, 05:08 AM
Replies: 14
Volleying problems with heavy top spin
Views: 1,136
Posted By Old school Paul
Manu Great advice on position and volleying low...

Manu

Great advice on position and volleying low and short.

Thanks
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