And, the TIA saw racquet sales increase by 37% in 2020 over 2019, amazing considering the flat growth the industry had been experiencing. All during a pandemic!

​We all know how Idle Hour Tennis Club opened adhering to recommended safety measures last spring, and we all agree it paid off: practicing social distancing, wearing masks on Club property, washing our hands, and being outside, allowed a much needed healthy activity for our members.

​As our lives were affected by the shut-down, I celebrate the precautions set in place by our President Hugh Roberts and Board Members to keep our playground open.

That's all from Our Tennis Life.  I would love to hear from you.  Let me know what's on your mind.  Click on my email address below to send me your thoughts.

Bob
OurTennisLife@idlehourtennis.com

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​Playing tennis can add years to your life.   This is the best recruiting tool we all can use to get more people playing tennis, and joining Idle Hour.  Tell everyone you know about the health benefits of tennis.  

So, go ahead, play some more, smart move.
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Oh, BTW, you know the USTA holds national tennis tournaments for players 90 years old and above.  They get it!  Last summer I witnessed a 94 year old play doubles at IHTC.  He had great hand/eye coordination.  So did his partner, just a kid at 79! 

Yup, tennis is truly a lifetime sport.

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That’s all from Our Tennis Life, more to come.
 
Bob
OurTennisLife@idlehourtennis.com