March 10th, 2010
The other day we were discussing what to do with all the old and flat tennis balls we had laying around. Having a gigantic pile of flat tennis balls really serves no purpose if you are not running a tennis training camp/center or own a dog kennel.
So what exactly could you do with these old fuzzy balls? We have compiled a short list of random things you can do with your old tennis balls – related to tennis and not related 
- Put them up on Craigslist to sell or give away.
- Go to your local tennis center and see if you can donate them.
- Head over to the retirement home to visit your Aunt Gertrude and see if her house mates need tennis balls for their walkers.
- Use them as target practice or fill them with gun powder for an explosive tennis serve (we highly do not recommend you actually do this).
- Check with the high schools or college to see if their tennis teams need practice balls.
- Cut them in half and tape them to the bottom of your shoe heels – this will help you stay on your toes during tennis play.
- Again cut them in half and place them under couch feet or bed feet – makes it easy to move furniture and doesn’t scuff your floor!
- Give them to your dog.
- You could recycle your old tennis balls.
- And finally, you could just leave the tennis balls in your garage (like they are now) and keep telling yourself that you will actually move them at some point.
Those are some of the awesome and creative ways you can get rid of your old tennis balls without just throwing them in the trash or dumping them on the side of the road. We’re curious to know what you, the reader, has done to recycle your old tennis balls (comment below).
Tags: BNP Paribas Open, flat balls, recycle, tennis, tennis balls, tennis equipment, used balls
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March 8th, 2010
Well folks, sorry to say that we won’t be seeing tennis action from Del Potro and Gonzo at the BNP open. The draws have not been released yet (March 11, 2010) but looking at the entry list, it looks like the two South American tennis superstars did not enter. Of course we understand the tragedy that Chile is going through with the 8.8 earthquake from last week, so that’s a given for a no show. But, the neighbor to Chile, Argentina’s Juan Martin Del Potro pulls a no show? What’s up with that? We were unable to find any reason to his absence for this tennis tournament, and we really find that a bit strange.
So really, we’re not sure why that has happened, we’ve looked high and low and talked to some of our sources, yet, nothing. A tennis tournament without Delpo and Gonzo is like tennis without tennis balls! Oh well, it’s still going to be a great tennis tournament!
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March 4th, 2010
Hey tennisthis readers, just for giggles, how fast can you guys and girls serve?
Depending on the responses that we get, we might give the fastest server a prize (not money, sorry folks, the economy sucks), however; there will be some requirements to enter for the prize.
- We will actually need to see proof of your service record – a picture, a video, something that can be verified.
- What tennis equipment you used – what type of tennis racquet, tennis string, tennis ball, and location and time played.
- Your name please.
So, please comment on this post with your service speed – we’ll even convert those of you who only function in kilometers per hour
Tags: 2010, american tennis, contest, free stuff, kmph, mph, radar, tennis, tennis equipment, tennis serve
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March 3rd, 2010
Hey folks. Just got word of the 2010 BNP Paribas Open have been announced! It looks like we’ll be seeing Justine Henin, Carlos Moya, and David Nalbandian competing at this years tennis tournament. After Henin’s run at the Australian Open (reaching the finals and losing to Serena Williams), we might see her make some tennis waves this year at the smaller tournament – the pressure is seemingly less this time around for the Belgian, so we are very excited to see what she brings to the tennis court.
As far as Moya and Nalbandian are concerned, well we all know what Nalbandian is capable of on the tennis court – he is/was a master of the forehand and his transition tennis game, however, he has recently had a hip surgery so we’re not sure if he’s going to perform like he did last year (losing an epic quarterfinal tennis match against Rafael Nadal), so that will be interesting to see how that all plays out. Moya on the other hand, had pretty much disappeared in early 2009 – he announced an indefinite hiatus from tennis – until the beginning of the 2010 tennis season, where he had some piss poor matches. Where does that leave him for this tennis tournament??? Basically if he makes it past the 3rd round, we’d be extremely surprised.
So those are the announced wildcard entries for the tennis tournament coming up in a couple of weeks, we’ll see what becomes of them. We do wish them good luck in their tennis matches.
If you want to attend this tennis tournament, our affiliate, RazorGator is offering $10 off tennis tickets of $75 or more with code GATOR1075.
So why not go check out the wildcards and all the other tennis players that will be there? Go and have fun!
Tags: 2010, BNP Paribas Open, carlos moya, david nalbandian, Indian Wells, justine henin, Rafael Nadal, tennis, tournament, wildcard
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March 2nd, 2010
With the BNP Paribas Open just around the corner, we here at tennisthis.com are taking a look at what is to come of this awesome tennis tournament. Last year in 2009, Rafael Nadal cleaned up the field with his booming forehand and laser like backhand, will he be able to do it again? Judging by Nadal’s recent performance at the Australian Open, we highly doubt that he will be playing at the caliber that he has over the past years. His knees don’t seem to be holding up for him, so we guess the title is up for grabs.Will Roger Federer be able to win this tournament once again (winner in ‘05 and ‘06)? Or will Andy Roddick have his chance at tennis glory this time around?
This tennis tournament is by far one of the greater non-slam events in the tennis calendar, it is considered the “Grand Slam of the West” and has been voted as one of the best tournaments to attend by the tennis fans all around. This little gem of a tournament is nestled in the picturesque southern California mountains just east of Orange County, CA and is easily accessible by car. The stadium is breathtaking and any seat in the house holds a great view for all tennis spectators. Beyond that, there are tons of things to do the little town of Indian Well, there is a bunch of golf, restaurants, and at the tennis gardens, you are able to meet tennis racquet/equipment manufacturers, and so much more. Bring your kids too, since there’s instructional tennis activities to be had at the ground.
If you are wanting to go see a great tennis tournament, be sure to visit this event as it is a great non-slam tournament, besides, you wouldn’t have to travel far if you already live in California! Keep an eye out for the tennisthis.com team, as we will be attending the semi-finals and finals – we hope to see you there!
We just got word from one of our partners RazorGator, if you buy your tennis tickets by clicking here, you will get $10 off any purchase of $75 or more with code GATOR1075. That’s our gift of tennis you, the tennis fan!
**UPDATE**
According to Peter Bodo, who is a writer for Tennis.com, says that a “reliable source” has told him that Roger Federer will not be competing at the BNP Paribas open tennis tournament due to a lung infection. Nobody knows if this is actually true, however; we plan to keep a close eye on this matter for the tennis great.
Tags: Andy Murray, andy roddick, BNP Paribas Open, Indian Wells, Pacific Life Open, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, tennis, tournament
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