Congratulations!!
Congratulations to Jeff Otto who won the past Tuesday Night League and also to Barry McClure who was the League Playoff Champion. Way to go Jeff and Barry!

LOOKING FOR A GAME? - Place your name in our racquetball play book.  You’ll receive a copy and whether your looking for a game or someone’s looking for you, names for possible matches will always be available. E-mail Shari at scoplen@mac-stl.org.

Now in the Racquetball Office - The new 2007 Racquetball racquets and gear by Head is here! The IG5  185 and the MX190 racquets are in the racquetball office for rental. These are the top of line racquets that the pros are using. Rental cost is $3.  Come try one out today.  Also check out the new racquetball bags. Any questions, please contact Shari at 314-539-4467.

Come join the fun! We have over 25 core players in our racquetball leagues. It's great fun. It's great fitness. It's a great time.

The Downtown Clubhouse has two racquetball courts available. To make reservations call the Athletic Desk at 314-539-4482. Reservations can be made three days in advance.

To make court reservations at MAC West, call 314-539-4444. Reservations can be made five days in advance.

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Tip of the Month:

I often get asked about how to stay mentally tough during a match when playing recreationally. That’s a great question because it is very hard to do. I have always played better in tournament competition than I have at the club but here is a list of some things that can help keep you focused even when playing with others that are not as competitive.

Play every point-another words, don’t let your guard down. Every point counts. If you are serving, concentrate on your serve. If you are receiving envision a perfect return of serve.

Be Mentally Prepared-determine that you are going to win and have that burning desire. This is especially true even if you are playing someone better than you.

SET A GOAL- pick a part of your game that you need to work on and do so during the match. BUT don’t give up too many points if it doesn’t work, you will just get frustrated.

Prepare physically and mentally just as you would if you were playing in a tournament.

Prepare to have fun and enjoy yourself while playing. You can’t win if you are not having fun!

ANYMORE QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT SHARI FOR LESSONS.

Questions? Email Shari at scoplen@mac-stl.org.

Upcoming Events
Dec. 28- Sports camp for Juniors
Dec. 29- MAC Club Tournament for High School players only
Jan. 5- Racquetball Rendezvous

Leagues
*All leagues will be at MAC West campus unless otherwise noted.

A/B League - Tuesday Night
7-8:30 a.m.
Ten-week session
Substitutes welcome. Call Shari for details.

Flex MAC Leagues
Flex leagues are leagues that have set scheduled match, but you choose the date and time to play.
- Young Guns (Younger than 40 age group): Flex league. Sessions depend on number of players
- Intermediate League: League designed for the beginner to intermediate player. Games are scheduled for Thursday nights at 6 p.m. You are allowed to reschedule the match if you are unable to make it. However, if you do not call and you opponent shows, it is a forfeit.
- Senior Superstars (40-60 age group): Flex league. Session length depends on number of players.
- Masters of Mayhem (60+ age group): Flex league.

High School League
(Call Shari 314-539-4467 for more information)
Open to all skill levels
Saturday mornings, Noon-1:30 p.m.
First session begins Oct. 7 to Dec. 16
Cost: $25
Sign up at the West Pro Shop.


Private Lessons
Learn how to play or learn how to take your game to the next level. There are always one or two things to work on that will give you a few extra points the next time you play. Get more power from your strokes, learn how to serve more effectively and learn to play smarter.

Take private lessons from Shari, John, Tim or Ryan.

Tournaments
Club Championships
Date: TBA
Snacks provided
All levels of players welcome. Open to members only.

Interested in Private or Group Lessons?  Contact Shari at 314-420-2903 for a lesson with the following instructors:

About Shari L. Coplen
Shari L. Coplen is an AMPRO certified professional instructor (highest certification offered). She currently holds the Gold Medal for the 2007 National Masters Championship. She is also the 2007 State Open Mixed Doubles and Women's Open Champion. She has also won the 2006 World Senior/Masters & the 2006 prestigious US Open in Mixed doubles.

About John Scott
Racquetball Professional
John ended the year in the Top 100 pro-tour. He is a current part-time IRT player and the Regional Marketing Coordinator for Team Head/Penn. He has been a racquetball instructor for 11 years.

About Tim Wambach
Racquetball Professional
Tim has been playing racquetball for 29 years. He has taken instruction from Steve Strandemo and Jason Manino and is now coaching both Affton and Webster High School racquetball teams. Tim’s integration of cross-training methods to his own racquetball training has allowed him to compete at the masters racquetball level. He is an Ampro certified instructor.

About Ryan Williams
Racquetball Professional
Ryan is one of the top collegiate racquetball players. He was captain of the Parkway West High School team and is currently the founder and president of the Kansas Racquetball Team.
Telephone: 636-346-1683