FIND OUT WHAT'S NEW AT THE BINGHAMTON TENNIS CENTER |
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Dear members, spring has sprung and we are anxiously awaiting the end of spring showers! There is much work to be done at the Binghamton Tennis Center and we know everyone is eager to get outside and play. As our renovation projects progress over the summer, we will update you as quickly as possible. Thank you to everyone for a successful indoor season and for supporting our Division 1 Varsity Bearcat teams. We will be transitioning out of spring with USTA adult practice leagues and JCTP programs, and starting up summer with new adult classes, a new USTA season and updates to our junior summer camps. We look forward to spending the summer with you! |
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Memorial Day weekend hours: Friday, May 26: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, May 27: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, May 28: 9 a.m. - noon
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Summer hours, May 30 - Aug. 31 Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday, closed
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MEMORIAL DAY ADULT ROUND ROBIN SOCIAL |
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10 a.m. - noon, Monday, May 29 Be the first to play on the new outdoor courts by joining your friends for a fun and festive tennis event! Afterwards, start your holiday with light refreshments and some awesome prizes and raffles! Registration is $5. Contact Billy, wmendler@binghamton.edu, for more details or to sign up. |
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NEW MEMBERSHIP RATES AND RENEWALS TO BEGIN IN AUGUST |
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New membership rates for the 2023-24 season will be available in early August. Memberships are available on a rolling basis and cover a 12-month period from date of purchase. Memberships must be paid in full at sign up. Your membership entitles you to reserve courts online, up to four days in advance as well as participate in contract and league play, round robins, adult ladders, year-round and USTA leagues, tournaments, summer camps and member socials. Junior members have access to seven and under QuickStart, travel teams, junior ladders, junior team tennis, summer camps, the junior development program (clinics) and other organized match play opportunities. |
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CHECK IN AT THE FRONT DESK WHEN YOU ARRIVE |
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Checking in at the desk when you arrive is important. Not only do we love to see you and wish you well before your match or lesson, we need to check you into your reservation. This important step provides us with data critical in the event of an emergency, and informs future decisions on hours of operation, popularity of events and general utilization patterns. Help us, help you! |
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CHANGES to SILVER & FIT PROGRAM |
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The Binghamton Tennis Center is no longer participating in the Silver & Fit or Active & Fit programs effective April 20, 2023. We understand that this program has offered some great benefits to its participants, which included access to the club without purchasing an annual membership up front. However, upon thorough review of the relationship, we were unable to reach a mutually beneficial agreement with the organization regarding reimbursement. Current Silver and Fit members have received direct communications regarding this change and offers to pivot to a 6-month membership. Access to tennis programs will not be disrupted for members during this transition. We will continue to evaluate the viability of the Silver & Fit and Active & Fit programs in the event a more favorable agreement can be reached. If you have any questions, contact Tracy at the front desk. |
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Contract play will resume this fall. We are currently working with Binghamton University Athletics Department to square away practice schedules and home contests, as well as developing our internal programming plans. These factors play a critical role in determining the availability of contract time slots. We anticipate being able to share more contract details with you, including the selection process, around the beginning of July. Thank you for your patience! |
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Summer time on south mountain is beautiful and we are lucky to be neighbors with Unity Stables. The horses and riders are fun to watch! Just a gentle reminder that the stable is private property. Don’t wander the farm or try to pet or feed the horses through the fence. This is for your safety and the health of the horses. Also, when parking at the Tennis Center, be mindful of the stable’s side of the road – they have equipment out, may be mowing and have their own spectators on-site. |
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Our period of growth and change at the BTC continues. Between now and September we have several large-and small-scale projects planned to enhance the club, many of which require a delicate balance of variables including weather, supply chain, facility conditions and staffing. We realize that the work may create some minor inconveniences and will do our best to keep members apprised of any conditions that will impact play or traffic. What’s on tap this summer?
Completion of the nine outdoor courts including new surfaces, windscreens and site furniture. New indoor court layout and resurfacing to ensure all six courts are NCAA and USTA compliant Improved safety with new external doors, card access and an ADA compliant vestibule A donor supported first aid/training room to support athlete and member needs An exterior paint refresh Updated pro-shop/on-site conveniences Brand specific signage
Stay with us – it’s getting better every day! Rebranding of the Binghamton Tennis Center to the Binghamton University Lane - Starke Tennis Center in September 2023. |
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NEW PROGRAMS AND UPCOMING EVENTS |
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Our two development directors, Billy and Ryan, have been hard at work creating a full schedule of programs and events designed to challenge our current members and recruit some new interest in tennis. Check out the following programs on our website. Upcoming events include: Memorial Day member event on the new outdoor courts Adult USTA Leagues, women’s, men’s and mixed doubles leagues BTC Adult Doubles League Tennis 101 – great for adults new to tennis Junior Summer Camps; five different levels to challenge players Adult camps and clinics
MAY May 16: Class C/D East West Crossover Match May 17: Section IV A3/C3 Challenge May 19: Section IV High School State Singles/Doubles Qualifier, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. May 20: Section IV High School State Singles/Doubles Qualifier, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. May 29: Memorial Day Member Round Robin
Good luck to all our high school players! |
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Meet Cindy Cowden, our new associate director of auxiliary services. You will recognize Cindy from her work previously at the center from her position as senior associate director of campus recreation. We are delighted and grateful to have Cindy working on our Auxiliary Services team full time and look forward to her continued contributions and leadership at the Binghamton Tennis Center. |
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Congratulations to the Binghamton Bearcats on a successful season! The BTC is proud to be your home venue! A big thank you to coaches McGovern and Zieziula and the Athletics Department for supporting the spring meet and greet events with our members. We support you, learn from you and hope to keep the tennis tradition vibrant and thriving in the Binghamton area. |
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BEARCAT CAMPUS KIDS' DAY AND MEET AND GREET |
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The Binghamton Bearcats in collaboration with the USTA, held a special event for our junior tennis legends this March. The Bearcats Campus Kids' Day and Meet and Greet was a huge success, with nine junior players having the opportunity to watch matches, hit with the teams and mingle with some of the best players and coaches on the east coast. Our aspiring juniors got an up-close view of action-packed Division 1 tennis. The juniors saw the skills they are currently developing executed at a high level of performance, as well as the mental fortitude required to compete at this level. Juniors were also exposed to the unique experience of playing tennis within a team environment. In college tennis, the vocal support and encouragement from your teammates and coaches can make all the difference in a match, creating an electric atmosphere that fuels players' motivation and drive. The players spent time after the matches mingling with the juniors, talking about their experiences as college tennis players, playing games and rallying. Thank you to all the Bearcat players and coaching staff for fostering a strong sense of community at the Binghamton Tennis Center. We look forward to more events like this in the future. |
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JUNIOR LADDER AND ACHIEVEMENTS |
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Heartfelt thanks to all those who participated in and supported our indoor ladder season. It was a great success and provided a wonderful opportunity for our junior tennis players to showcase their skills and gain invaluable experience playing against a variety of opponents. Through regular competition, our junior players have developed their match play, mental toughness and ability to handle pressure situations. The ladder has been a great complement to their ongoing training and has allowed them to apply and practice the skills they are currently developing. It has also provided opportunities for players to receive feedback from coaches and peers, identifying areas for improvement and game plans for future matches. The ladder has gone through a few iterations to find the optimal match-ups, balancing efficiency in setting up matches with an adequate range of opponents. In all versions, we have used the Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) system to varying degrees to identify suitable opponents for our juniors. UTR provides an overarching sense of structure and accountability and is used for local varsity and tournament purposes. From tournament wins to successful match play, we are proud of our players' dedication and hard work. If you have recently competed in a tournament and would like to share your achievements, let us know and we can feature you in an upcoming newsletter. We look forward to hearing about your success on and off the court! Adelie Wilson Tournament win – Dec 27- 28 – Level 5, Girls 18&U, Arrowhead Lucas Davis Tournament win – Mar 17-19 – Level 6, Boys 18&U, Elevate Fitness Liverpool Tournament win – Mar 3-5 – Level 5 Boys 14&U, Village Glen Tyler Davis Tournament won – Mar 17-19 – Level 6, Boys 14&U, Elevate Fitness, Liverpool |
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Adult December tournament results A big thanks to all who participated in the December tournament. The competitiveness and camaraderie are what makes the Binghamton Tennis Center a special place! Congratulations to: Men’s singles winner, Lucas Davis Women’s singles winner, Tracy Sladish Mix doubles winners, Lucas Davis/Adelie Wilson
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Women’s and men’s tri-level teams Our men’s and women’s tri-level teams moved onto regionals but matches were postponed due to weather. Stay tuned! |
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Why do we love to play tennis? The answers probably vary from person to person and from day to day in some cases, but overall – why do we love to play tennis? Because it provides exercise, social engagement and contributes to our mental well-being. Here’s a solid list of 10 reasons why tennis is the number one sport.
What would you add to this list? Send your thoughts on why tennis is the BEST sport to tenniscenter@binghamton.edu! The most unique response will win a prize! Let’s build our own top ten list.
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CHOCOLATE CHIA PUDDING Learn to prepare this chocolate chia pudding in just a few easy steps. This is a healthy and nutritious way to enjoy chocolate for breakfast. | | |
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