People of all ages, all around the world are participating and experiencing tennis, a sport of a lifetime. From young children to senior citizens, there is no age barrier for this popular sport. Playing tennis is a very healthy hobby for some, but for others, tennis is a lifestyle. Tennis professionals spend years developing their own tennis games so they can improve their skills and enhance the strengths of their students. Although numerous abilities and talents are needed to be a tennis director, helping people develop their tennis skills is a rewarding occupation for someone who loves the sport. A tennis director not only has to be an outstanding tennis professional but also has to have the knowledge of how to teach lessons, organize
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Before the tournament even begins, tennis directors have prepare for the tournament. After advertising the tournament and once all of the players are signed up, directors must decide the type of draw that is going to be used, schedule times of play, and equip the facility with necessary items like tennis balls and water (Byl 158). Directors are working early in the morning preparing and getting ready for the event. They frequently stay up late at night cleaning, processing the draws, and planning for the next day. Even on a regular day, tennis directors are expected to give lessons early in the morning and attend meetings late at night. The majority of tennis facilities have outside courts and are occasionally affected by rain, snow, heat, and other extreme weather conditions. During a tournament, even the slightest amount of rain can cause delays. Once the court is completely wet, the players must come off the court. Depending on how severe the weather is, thirty minutes is usually the amount of time allotted for the courts to dry and to continue play (USTA-Atlanta 6). Although the players must come off the court, a tennis director’s job does not stop for the weather. As soon as the weather is permissible, all court play must be reorganized to the new
Before the tournament even begins, tennis directors have prepare for the tournament. After advertising the tournament and once all of the players are signed up, directors must decide the type of draw that is going to be used, schedule times of play, and equip the facility with necessary items like tennis balls and water (Byl 158). Directors are working early in the morning preparing and getting ready for the event. They frequently stay up late at night cleaning, processing the draws, and planning for the next day. Even on a regular day, tennis directors are expected to give lessons early in the morning and attend meetings late at night. The majority of tennis facilities have outside courts and are occasionally affected by rain, snow, heat, and other extreme weather conditions. During a tournament, even the slightest amount of rain can cause delays. Once the court is completely wet, the players must come off the court. Depending on how severe the weather is, thirty minutes is usually the amount of time allotted for the courts to dry and to continue play (USTA-Atlanta 6). Although the players must come off the court, a tennis director’s job does not stop for the weather. As soon as the weather is permissible, all court play must be reorganized to the new