ST. JOSEPH
HIGH SCHOOL
2016
Varsity
Tennis
Team Information
Bob Bynum
Varsity Tennis Coach
(June 3, 2015)
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Tennis Program
INTRODUCTION
Welcome!
Thank you for your interest in the St. Joseph High School Tennis Program! We are looking forward to an
exciting and productive season and hope that you will be a part of it! Having had extensive experience in the
development of highly competitive tennis players, I am eager to make a contribution to the improvement and
success of our St. Joseph players.
Our schedule this year will be tougher as we prepare for a very challenging season in the White Division
of the Greater Middlesex County (GMC) conference during the 2016 season. We must begin to prepare
ourselves now if we are to be competitive. Your efforts will determine our success! To reach our goals it is
important that you begin doing the following in preparation for the season:
 Play tennis regularly (2-3 times per week at least)
 Enter United States Tennis Association tournaments to gain playing experience
 Seek out additional lessons with a Pro or in a clinic
 Begin your own conditioning routine and attend the pre-season conditioning sessions
Please fill out the Player Information Sheet and bring it with you to the first mandatory team meeting.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. I am looking forward to working with you and will do
my best to help you improve your game and enjoy the many benefits of playing tennis for St. Joseph!
Thank you,
Bob Bynum, Head Tennis Coach
(973) 477-3368
BB107@aol.com
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PLAYER & TEAM GOALS
PLAYER GOALS
1. COMMITMENT
 Commitment to your development
 Commitment to your team and teammates
 Commitment to excellence
2. IMPROVEMENT
 Improving your game
 Improving your mental toughness and attitude
 Improving your conditioning
3. SUCCESS
 Success in your practices
 Success in your matches
TEAM GOALS
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Commitment * Improvement * Success
Qualifying for the NJSIAA State Team & the Singles/Doubles Tournament*
GMC Tournament Champions
White Division Champions
New Jersey South Jersey Non-Public-A Sectional Champions
New Jersey Tournament-of-Champions Quarterfinalist
New Jersey State Champion
* 1st Singles’ & 1st Doubles8 INDIVIDUAL record will determine your participation in State Tournament.
GO FALCONS!
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TEAM TRY-OUT & PRACTICE SCHEDULE
PLEASE BE PREPARED TO BEGIN THE TRY-OUT PROCESS IMMEDIATELY!
The try-out phase will be intense and competitive. No one is guaranteed a place on the team
or on the Varsity, so those willing to prepare and compete will have an advantage.
There are 12 Varsity spots available. There will NOT be a Junior Varsity
TEAM MEETINGS
 June 3, 2015
 February 9, 2016
9:30AM
9:30AM
COR JESU FOR CURRENT & NEW PLAYERS
COR JESU
CONDITIONING SESSIONS….FEB 22-25, FEB 29-MAR 3 Sessions are MANDITORY
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St. Joseph Outdoor Basketball Courts……………....2:30 – 3:30PM (RAIN = GYM or CLASSROOM)
DO NOT bring rackets to these sessions!
PRACTICE & TRY-OUTS
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MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 2:30 – 4:30PM
Practices are at Thomas Edison Park Edison, NJ Behind Middlesex County College
Team bus departs from school 2:20 sharp.
SENIORS are allowed to drive or be driven to and from all practices and HOME matches.
ALL VARSITY PLAYERS WILL RIDE ON BUS FOR AWAY MATCHES
PHASE 1 MARCH 4 (Fri)
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GROUPINGS & PRACTICE
Players will be assigned into 2 groups based on experience, ability, and potential
Varsity Group
Sub-Varsity Group
PHASE 2 MARCH 7-11
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LADDER PLAY
Each player will play each member of their group
8 games total, regular scoring (players will play multiple matches each day)
Standings will be based on total GAMES won by each player
PHASE 3 MARCH 14-18
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CHALLENGE MATCHES
Top 4 players with highest game totals will play for Singles Positions on Varsity
Next 3 players plus #4 Singles player play for Doubles Spots. Pairings determined by Coach
Match play will be 2 sets with a 10-Point Match Tiebreaker if players split sets
After positions are determined, IN-SEASON CHALLENGES ARE ALLOWED UNTIL: MARCH 23
SATURDAY PRACTICES 11 – 2pm
Mandatory Practices……March 12
April 2
Optional Practices…….…..March 19
April 9
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IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
TEAM MEETINGS
 June 3, 2015
 February 9, 2016
9:30AM
9:30AM
COR JESU FOR CURRENT & NEW PLAYERS
COR JESU
PRE-SEASON CONDITIONING SESSIONS
 March 22-25
March 29 – February 3
2:30-3:30pm Outdoors/Gym/Classroom
FIRST PRACTICE - MANDITORY
 March 4
2:30-5:30pm
SATURDAY MANDATORY PRACTICES
 March 12
April 2
12-3pm
GREATER MIDDLESEX COUNTY TOURNAMENT
 April 20 (Wed 9am – 6pm) April 21 (Thursday 3:30pm)
April 23 (Sat 10am)
NJSIAA STATE TEAM TOURNAMENT
 May 6…………..…Sectionals First Round
 May 10…………....Sectionals Quarter-Finals
 May 12…………....Sectionals Semi-Finals
 May 16……………Sectionals Finals
SPRING BREAK ALL PLAYERS ARE REQUIRED TO BE AVAILABLE
 March 24 – April 1
PLEASE AVOID SCHEDULING THE FOLLOWING ON THE DATES ABOVE AND
ON MATCH DAYS. CONSULT WITH COACH BYNUM!
 Doctor/Dentist Appointments (of a non-emergency level)
 Vacations
 Tournaments
 Make-Up Exams
PLAYER AND A PARENT MUST SIGN BELOW TO ACKNOWLEDGE REVIEW OF ABOVE DATES
Player Signature_____________________________________________________Date_____________
Parent Signature_____________________________________________________Date_____________
Any scheduled event is subject to change at the discretion of Coach Bynum
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Match Procedures
Pre-Match Nutrition
 Make sure you eat a large and well balanced lunch
 Turkey, pasta, fruit, fish, chicken, vegetables, water, milk, etc.
 Avoid candy, soda, and fast foods
 Eat a pre-match snack if possible containing some of the above foods
 The meal you eat at lunch may have to carry you through your match!
On-Court Equipment Bring your bag on-court WITH you for practices AND matches!
 MINIMUM OF 2 RACKETS!! Players should have 3 to account for string breakages.
 Proper tennis clothing. Proper sneakers (TENNIS sneakers; not recreational sneakers)
 Tennis Bag
 Water (water jug or minimum 4 individual water bottles)
Match Procedures
 Change the score cards on EVERY break
 Notify Coach at the conclusion of EVERY SET before you begin a new set
 Coach may talk to you on change-overs during your match
 If your match is interrupted, confirm the score with your opponent and report to Coach
 At completion of match, report your scores to the Manager and then report to Coach
Team Support
 Non-playing team members will CHART matches for those playing
 ALL players will watch and root for your teammates when not playing
 No player may leave until EVERY Varsity match is finished
 Players will ride the bus to all away matches. Parents may pick up players afterwards.
Canceled Matches
 In the event of any cancellations, players will be notified via text & school announcement
 PRACTICE may be substituted for any canceled matches
If you are unable to attend a match or practice notify Coach Bynum via email or text
Coach Bob Bynum (973) 477-3368 bb107@aol.com
PLAYERS CONSISTENTLY MISSING MATCHES/PRACTICES WILL BE DISMISSED FROM TEAM
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TENNIS BAG CHECK LIST
It starts with…a tennis racket bag!
Players do not have to have EVERY item but should have as many as possible!
__rackets (2 or more)
___water jugs/water bottles
___flip-flops
__strings
___first aid kit
___plastic bags (wet clothes)
__extra clothes
___grips/over-wrap
___business cards (make you own!)
__towels
___jump rope
___cell phone & charger
___hats
___headphones
___sun screen
___wrist bands
___pen/pencil
___food/snacks
___note pad
____personal hygiene items
___USTA tournament schedule
___clippers (for strings)
____medications, inhalers, etc.
___Name tag on your bag
___hair ties
____contact lenses & wash
___shoe laces
 Know your string tension and what kind of string you use.
 Know if your rackets are strung on an electric or manual stringing machine (it impacts on the string tension
because on electric machines the tension is tighter)
 Empty your bag periodically of dirty clothes, empty water bottles, food, old grips, overwrap, etc.
 Always have enough in your bag to play 2 matches (because you will be winning!)
 Prepare and bring your bag the same way for matches AND practices
 If a water jug is unavailable use MULTIPLE water/Gatorade bottles
 Attach identification to your bag because many players use similar bags
Team members will dress and conduct themselves in a manner appropriate for high-level
Varsity tennis players. If you want to be a player, look like a player!
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Bob Bynum, USPTA
(973) 477-3368
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BB107@aol.com
United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) certified Elite Professional
High Performance Coach – USTA High Performance Coaches Program
Over 35 years teaching and coaching experience.
Member of the United States Tennis Association (USTA)
Coordinator of various tennis programs and events
Current Teaching/Coaching
Director…………….………….....Bob Bynum’s Match Point Tennis, Inc. West Orange, NJ
Boys Varsity Tennis Coach….…..St. Joseph High School Metuchen, NJ
Past Teaching/Coaching
Director of High School Training..P3 Tennis Academy Murray Hill Racquet Club New Providence, NJ
Director of Competitive Training...Centercourt Athletic Club Chatham, NJ
Director of High School Training...Centercourt Athletic Club Chatham, NJ
Head Boy’s Varsity Coach.……....Wardlaw-Hartridge School Edison, NJ
Head Girl’s Varsity Coach…….....Wardlaw-Hartridge School Edison, NJ
Staff Professional……………..….Fairfield Racquet Club Fairfield, NJ
Director of Tennis……………..…Freeman Tennis Courts a Town of Glen Ridge, NJ facility
Program Director……………..….City Tennis, Inc. Orlando, FL
Head Pro…....………………..…..Fort Gatlin Tennis Center Orlando, FL
Co-Head Professional……….…...Mountainside Indoor Tennis Center Mountainside, NJ
Tennis Coordinator……….……..City of East Orange, NJ
Tennis Coordinator……….……..City of Newark, NJ
Private Coach…………….……...Various Florida & Eastern sectional ranked players
Head Girls Varsity Coach….……Boone High School Orlando, FL
Speaker……………….………….USTA Community Tennis Development Workshop Destin, FL
Past Volunteer Work
Junior Program Coordinator……..Forty Love Tennis Club (a community association) South Orange, NJ
Member………………………….USTA Tennis Innovation Committee a USTA National Committee
Area League Commissioner……..USA Tennis Florida, Junior Team Tennis
Member………………………….USA Tennis Florida Community Tennis Council
Member………………………….USA Tennis Florida Adult Competitive Council
Clinician……………….………...USTA/Eastern Schools Program
Past President……………………USPTA Eastern Division (New Jersey & New York)
Clinician……………….………...USTA/Eastern Schools Program
Certification
USTA High Performance Coach………………………...…United States Tennis Association
USPTA Elite Professional (formerly Pro-1 certification).....United States Professional Tennis Association
USPTA Competitive Player Development……………...….United States Professional Tennis Association
Awards
1999 USPTA Eastern Division Pro-of-the-Year
2004 USPTA Florida Division Volunteer-of-the-Year
2006 USPTA Eastern Division Heroes Award
2008 USTA Eastern Clinician-of-the-Year
2013 Star-Ledger Middlesex County Coach-of-the-Year
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Summer Tennis 2016
Summer Team Workouts!
Coach Bynum will be conducting periodic Summer Team Workouts during the summer which
will be open to all current and potential players. The schedule and site will be available shortly.
To plan early, if you would like to participate please notify Coach Bynum of your availability
during the summer by: June 15 , 2015 via EMAIL ONLY.
Available For Private Tennis Lessons!
Bob Bynum, USPTA
(973) 477-3368 (Cell)
BB107@aol.com
In addition to being the St. Joseph Tennis Coach, Coach Bynum is also a United States
Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) certified professional who has been teaching tennis
for over 30 years. He has worked with various tournament, college, and professional players
over the years and is available for private, semi-private, and group lessons.
Coach Bynum is available to work with St. Joseph players during the summer ONLY. New
Jersey state rules do not allow players to receive coaching from their high school coach during
the off-season. If you are working with a professional now, please continue to do so to improve
your game.
USTA Summer High School League!
The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is in the process of planning a summer high
school league for 2016. Coach Bynum is spearheading the formation of the league and our goal
is to have numerous players from our teams participating.
Working with Coach Bynum outside of the season will in no way
impact on a player’s position or participation on the team.
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Frequently Asked Questions About USTA Tournament Play
Definitions for Abbreviations in the Jr. Tournament Schedule and Rankings:
What does “s” mean = singles
What does “d” mean = doubles
What does “SE” mean = single elimination
What does MFIC mean = modified feed in consolation
What does FIC mean = Full feed in consolation
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Why do I need a USTA Membership?
USTA membership is required for all entrants in USTA-sanctioned tournaments. USTA membership also provides many
benefits, including a variety of discounts, entry to special events and early access to professional tournament tickets. You
can click on “USTA.Com or call 1-800-990-8782:
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How long can I play in my age division?
You may play in your age division up until the last day of the month before you "age out." For example, if you are 12 years
old and are going to turn 13 in May, you may play in the 12-and-under division until the last day in April.
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What are the different Levels of tournaments available for juniors in Eastern?
There are 3 Levels of competitive junior tournaments in Eastern. Level 1 (L1) and Level 2 (L2) tournaments awards points for the round
a player reached. Level 1 (L1) and +Level 1 (+L1) tournaments award the most points and Level 2 (L2) tournaments the least.
The following list includes a brief description of each Level:
+L1 Eastern Designated Closed tournaments are the most competitive events and offer endorsement to National
Championships and National Team Events. These are two weekend events (the first weekend is qualifying weekend,
except with the SE (single elimination) and the second weekend is the main draw. The results count towards a player's
National and Eastern standing. These tournaments are closed to Eastern residents and US Citizens ONLY. Proof of
citizenship and residency must be sent into the Eastern office before playing in this tournament.
LEVEL 1 (L1) tournaments are the next most competitive events offered. These events are Open to everyone.
LEVEL 1B (L1B) tournaments also count towards a player's Eastern standing only. These are for the more experienced
tournament players. These events are Open to everyone.
LEVEL 2R or L2O tournaments results count towards a player's Eastern standing and Regional standing only. These are
for players ranging from their first competitive experience to those aspiring to the higher levels. L2R events are restricted
by geographic location and L2O are open to everyone.
Level 3 (L3) tournaments are round robins events. Results from these tournaments DO NOT count towards a ranking.
These tournaments are great for juniors who are beginning their competitive tennis careers. These events are Open to
everyone.
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How do I enter a Tournament?
To enter a tournament, make sure your USTA membership is current or sign up for a membership. Then locate the
eastern tournament schedule and select a tournament. To register please fill out entry application form and mail/fax into
tournament director use the online registration system if available. This must be done before the entry deadline.
Please find out ahead of time if the Tournament Director will allow you to fax the application and if the facility accepts
credit cards.
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Clubs With Tennis Programs
Murray Health & Racquet Club
593 Central Ave
New Providence
Cranford Indoor Tennis Club
375 Centennial Ave
Cranford
908-276-3600
Brunswick Hills Racquet Club
1020 State Route 18
East Brunswick
732-238-1122
East Brunswick Racquet Club
225 State Route 18
East Brunswick
732-247-1700
Garden State Tennis Center
990 Inman Ave
Edison
732-756-8100
Jersey 34 Tennis Club
State Route 34 Bldg 3D
Matawan
732-583-1011
Mountainside Indoor Tennis
1191 US Highway 22
Mountainside
(908) 232-0310
Westfield Indoor Tennis Club
225 E Grove St
Westfield
908-233-9480
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2016 PLAYER INFORMATION
Date__________
Player Information
Name______________________________________Age____Grade ______Birth Date_______________
Address_____________________________City____________________________State_____Zip______
Phones (include area codes):Home_________________________ Cell____________________________
Player Email___________________________________________________________________________
Sizes: Shirt______ Shorts______ Shoes______ Jacket_______
Racket___________________________________Grip Size____________String____________________
Ability Level: Tournament___ Advanced___ Intermediate____ Novice____
Years Playing___
Current USTA Ranking(s): Age Division______ Ranking: National____ Sectional____
Regional____
USTA Number_____________________________________Expires____________
Are you currently taking clinics or lessons?______ Where?_____________________________
Summer tennis plans?: Local Camp___ Away Camp___ Clinics___ Private lessons___ Play on Own___
How do you get home after practices: Bus___ Parent Pick-up____ Drive Self____
What other sport(s) do/will you play FOR St. Joseph’s____________________________________________
Desired level of play after high school: College___ College Club___ Professional___ Recreational___
Parental Contact Information
Name_____________________________________________________________________
Address_____________________________City_________________State_____Zip______
Phone(s) (include area codes):Home___________________ Cell_____________________
Email___________________________________________________________________________
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