NJTP SMASH TALK Newsletter Spring 2010   PRESIDENT’S CORNER By STEVE TSCHERNE SUMMER TIME IS PLAYING TIME!!! Summer is quickly approaching and it’s time to rev up your efforts on the tennis court. The days are longer, allowing more time to practice. School is coming to a close so there is no more homework or early bedtimes. So head to the park, call a fellow NJTP student or your parents and play, play and play. It’s also a great time to take a semi-private or private lesson weekly. Ask your favorite coach and set up a lesson time. The more you play, the more you will improve your game and the more fun you will have. NJTP RUNS, WALKS AND RIDES PASADENA MARATHON On Sunday, February 21, 2010, 12 NJTP parents, 4 board members, 13 NJTP children, and 10 friends of the Neighborhood Junior Tennis Program took part in the Pasadena 5K, half marathon, marathon and bike marathon. These efforts raised funds for our program for the 14th consecutive year. The 26.2 mile bike marathon started at 6:15 a.m. during a steady drizzle which lasted off and on through the challenging but beautiful and hilly course. We biked past the Rose Bowl and through numerous neighborhoods with sprawling estates and century old mansions. The 5K had the most participants, which started at 7:30 a.m. under cool, but sunny conditions. Many parents did the events with their children, including 5 year olds- Elias Contreras and Dylan Brown. The 5K started and finished in front of the Pasadena Library. A few brave and bold people finished the day doing both the half and whole marathon. Pasadena was a first for the NJTP, after doing the LA Marathon for 13 years. However everyone really enjoyed the course and the bike marathoners were happy to see a less crowded course with no biking wrecks or accidents. The finish line was a party with live music and food and drinks. The entire NJTP family would like to thank the nearly 200 companies, friends, and family members who made pledges and donations, especially in these troubled economic times. Thank you so much!!!   Thank you all for your support!!! A — B A.J. Reyes, Adam & Natalie Scott, Aldo Chaney, Alejandra Nunez, Alexander Gomez, Alvarado’s Family, Andrea Castillo, Andy Armstrong, Angelica Camarillo, Angelica Valdez, Anna Sarmiento, Annie Vgeaspi, Anthony Duckworth, Antonio Dupre, Antonio Flores, Antonio Narusi, Armand Corpuz, Armando Campos, Arnecia Moure, Art Mendizabar, Bernice Monay, Bernardo Perez, Bob & Roberts, Brad & Stacy Smith, Brigid Jarrats, C — D Carlos Chavez, Carlos Perez, Carmen, Alfredo Garcia, Celeste Davila, Celine & Bruno Soprano/Marcy, Charles & Annie Ross, Charles & Deborah Pittenger, Charles Gooden, Charlete Orduno, Chris Banuelos, Chris Norman, Christine Kreger, Cindy Palmer, Cindy Ramirez, Dale Tice, Daniel Briseno, Dave Amundson, David Garcia, Dean Valentino, Debra Delgado, Denise Greenawalt, Diana Zschaschel, Diane Plummer, Dominic Arredondo, Donald Bowen, Donald Wong, E — G Eduar Rios, Edward Yim, Elizabeth Lloyd, Elizabeth Lopez, Emilia Tinajero, Eric Hicks, Ernest Patton JR, Esther Leon, F&T Hair Design, Francisco & Joann Rodriguez, George & Letty Monaga, Gerardo Camarillo, Glen Eustaquio, Glenn & Susan Gibbs, Gloria Alvarez, H — I Heady Campos, Heidi Mankoff, Hyun Minki, J — K Jan & Doug Brown, Janelle Moeller, Janet Johnson, Jean & Wayne Wagvespack, Jean Porter, Jeanne Cunningham, Jenni Day, Jennifer Gutierrez, Jill Glantz, Joe & Adelina Contreraz, Joe Sanchez, Joe Sevrean, Joe& Cathy Contreraz, Jose Bulante, Joseph Attanasio, Juancarlos Escobar, Juliana Briseno, Julie & Kim, Julio Mancia, Kassandra Delgado, L — M Lala Bell, Laura Shewfelt, Laura Zaremba, Laurie King, Leticia Vargas, Lilliam Leon, Linda Pony, Lon Parnas, Lorelle Sarmiento, Lorena Herrarte, Lucia Perales, Lucy Gutierrez, Luis Araujo, Luis Ibarra, Magaly Gonzalez, Maggie Parker, Maria Cortez, Marion Moore, Mark Freeman, Martina & Jose Diaz, Mary Apel, Mary Bigelow, Matthew Abeysekera, Matthew Jaramillo, Maureen Van Grinsven, Michele Foster, Michelle Shultz-wood, Michi Price, Mike Aldrich, Mike Thomas, N — 0 Nacho Alvarez, Nathaniel Yoo, Norm & Bonnie Nam, Norma & Luis Ito, Olivia Rodriguez, P — R Pam Petty, Patty Garcia, Paul Ketrick, Paula Hummelstein, Pauline Heredia, Philip & Ella Morris, Philip Siordia, Pramitha Abeysekera, Ray Grutzmacher, Raymond King III, Rich Abraham, Rich Leon, Richard Chacon, Rina Herrera, Rio & Wendy Bacani, Robert Krug, Rochelle & Kirk Anderson, Rodney Fernandez, Romeo Sarmiento, Ron & Becky Mourer, Rosa Vongchanglor, Rosario Guitierrez, Roxsana Kladis, Rubbotton Cabinets, Ruben & Florence Munoz, S S&B Thread Rolling Inc., Sal Saurez, Sandra Bingham, Sandy & Gerardo Reyes, Sandy Skinner, Schuller & Schuller, Sergio Arrellano, Sharon Maguire, Sharyn Bess, Sonia Alcantar, Stacey Gonsalves, Stephen & Jessy Fierro, Steve & Tamara Brown, Steven Contreraz, Sue Clark, Susan Flakus, T Teamsters Local 396, Tile Trends, Tito & Alma Bagunoc, Tom Acosta, Tony Zeng, V — W Valerie Quintana, Wall Constructors Inc. Wendy Cos, William Perales, Y — Z Yvonne & Joe Reyes, Zareh Kouyoundian   [Please excuse us if we have made an error in spelling your name, as they were transcribed from rather faint copies of hand written lists.] EL CARISO PARK ADDS FITNESS ZONE The NJTP Board members, Steve and Barbara Tscherne, were privileged to attend the opening ceremonies of the NEW FITNESS ZONE at El Cariso Park. County Supervisor, Zev Yaroslavsky, posed for the picture with Steve and Barbara Tscherne moments before the opening ceremony. The new $45,000.00 outdoor fitness area is located just above the brand new pool. This is a great addition to an already beautiful El Cariso Park. This event took place in conjunction with the opening of the beautiful new gym and workout facility at Mission College. El Cariso Park has also added a 1 mile and a 1/2 mile running tracks around the park, as well as, improvements to the golf course. The NJTP is thrilled to have such a beautiful park and encourage the NJTP children and their parents to use the facilities to improve their health and create a great family atmosphere for fun, exercise and family gathering. TOLUCA LAKE PRO-AM POSTPONED The Toluca Lake Pro-Am will still be held this year, but not until the fall of 2010, probably sometime in September. Tennis Director, Ben Brunkow, made it clear that the change of date will benefit the NJTP as he feels his membership can better support this wonderful event at that time. Don’t worry Ben, “We Still Feel the Love”. The NJTP still held the raffle and many nice gifts were given away. Thanks to all those who bought and sold raffle tickets. Here are the lucky winners: Leo Abeysekera, Jose Diaz, Joseph Eatres, Julie Chan, Tristan Jimenez, Melissa Rojas, Joseph Eontreras, Jose Herrara, Curtis Johnson, Jorge DelaTorre, Maria Alvarado, and Matthew Salcedo. NOVICE, SATELLITE AND OPEN TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE PLAY TWO TOURNAMENTS IN ONE QUARTER AND NJTP WILL PAY FOR THE THIRD! This quarter runs from: April 1st to July 1st, 2010. For tournament schedule check the website at: www.SCTA.USTA.com. WAY TO GO Sarah & Ryan Nuño – Champions Mix Dbls. CSUN – Open 12s Ryan Nuño - Finalist - Open CSUN Boys 12’s RIVIERA FOUNDATION The Riviera Foundation continues to support the NJTP. They have allocated funds that will be used for the upcoming Rich Kinuya Memorial tournament at CSUN on May 1,2,7 and 8. Entry deadline is April 24th. All Challengers level should play and are encouraged to do so. A donation from the Riviera Foundation will help pay for the entry fee: instead of $30.00 now NJTP students will only pay $17.00. Thanks, Riviera Foundation. FOUNDATION DONATES The George H. Scanlon foundation recently made a generous $500.00 donation to the NJTP. We would like to publicly thank them for their donation DONATE ONLINE nationwide to the Neighborhood Junior Tennis Program through www.cars4causes.net, or call 1-800-766-CARE (800-766-2273). 50% of the proceeds will go to Neighborhood Junior Tennis Program. Donor, Don Wong, said cars4causes was very professional, simple, and easy. “My car wasn’t even running but they picked it up. I was glad that I could help the NJTP by donating my car”. GOLD PLEDGES - $100+ PLEDGES Alexander Gomez, Anna Sarmiento, Blackwell Construction, Bruno Marcy, Charles Gooden, Cis For Chocolate, David & Becky Tscherne, David Garcia, Deb& Reed Chaney, Donald Bowen, Donald Wong, Jose & Tina Diaz, Joseph & Yvonne Reyes, Marcy Soprano, Mary Apel, Nathaniel Yoo, Norm & Bonnie Nam, Norma & Luis Ito, Paul Ketrick, Rostow & Auster LLP, Rich Abraham, Rodney Fernandez, S&B Thread Rolling, Sharon Maquire, Teamsters Local 396, Tile Trends, Tom Acosta, William Perales, Zareh Kouyoumdian TOP FUND RAISERS STEVE TSCHERNE: $1,536.00 JUAN AYON: $835.00 DIAZ FAMILY: $715.00 CONTRERAZ FAMILY: $348.00 RUBEN MEJORADO: $335.00 2010 PASADENA FUND-RAISERS AND PARTICIPANTS NJTP BOARD MEMBERS Barbara Tscherne Steve Tscherne Ruben Mejorado Yvette Alvarado NJTP PARENTS Anna & Kevin Ontiveros Barbara & Steve Tscherne Brian & Julie Brown Bruno Marcy Celine Soprano Dylan Brown Jose & Tina Diaz Joseph Contreraz Jude & Leo Abeysekera Raul & Araceli Camarillo Sergio Arellano Silvia Batres Yvette Alvarado NJTP STUDENTS Abigail Alvarado Alex Zunigo Diana Alvarez Diane Sarmiento Eduardo Alvarado Elias Contreraz Eric Diaz Joey Tscherne Joshua Gomez Juan Ayon Marc Diaz Sabrina Reyes NJTP FRIENDS Aldo Chaney Carlo Gooden Dave Garcia Jennifer Guitierrez Jodi Stogden Joseph Reyes Lucia Perales Maria Rodriguez Mark Barrero Nick Araujo Thank you all for your support!!! QUARTERLY LIGHTNING TOURNAMENT Mark April 25th, Sunday on your calendar. Our tournament starts at 12:00 p.m.; there will be four divisions — Challengers, Rising Stars, Achievers and Adults. Trophies will be awarded to champions and finalists in each division. NJTP students will pay $5.00; $10.00 for non-NJTP players. Please note, this is a first time Sunday event, make it success by attending. RECREATIONAL TEACHERS WORKSHOP Mark April 24th, Saturday on your calendar. At El Cariso Park the NJTP will hold a recreational teacher’s workshop. This event is great for parents who play with their children or would like to learn more about coaching tennis. We are thrilled to have author and tennis coach, Karen Ronney, as our great speaker. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 6:00 p.m; the cost is $25.00 including lunch. Don’t miss this rare opportunity. Seasoned tennis instructors, as well as, new coaches, parents will be in attendance. Call Yvette Alvarado (323) 423-3834 or email to NJTP4kids2009@yahoo.com. RIVIERA FUN-DAY!!! We will leave El Cariso Park at 1:00 p.m. sharp on Sunday, June 6th. Return 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. Limited to the first 12 sign-ups level 2 and above. Tennis attire only. Let’s have fun. Parents needed to drive. Call Steve to confirm (818) 362-1068. FREE!!! LEAGUE PLAY BEGIN The NJTP will begin league play on Saturday, May 17th and runn through June. Stay tuned for details about this fun event. Times and dates will be posted soon. LIGHTNING CHAMPIONS JANUARY 2000 —TRISTAN WELLS APRIL 2000 —TRISTAN WELLS JULY 2000 - MIKE DEGUINO OCT. 2000 – ROXANNE PLATA JANUARY 2001 -S PENCER COHEN APRIL 2001 — OSCAR VELEZ JULY 2001 - TRISTAN WELLS OCTOBER 2001 — NATALIE SIORDIA JANUARY 2002 —TRISTAN WELLS APRIL 2002 —TRISTAN WELLS JULY 2002 — TRISTAN WELLS OCTOBER 2002 — TRISTAN WELLS JANUARY 2003 — RUDY CORDOVA APRIL 2003 —TRISTAN WELLS JULY 2003 — ROXANNE PLATA OCTOBER 2003 — SPENCER COHEN JANUARY 2004 — ROXANNE PLATA APRIL 2004 — NATALIE SIORDIA JULY 2004 — ROXANNE PLATA OCTOBER 2004 — JULIO BELLOSO JANUARY 2005 — JULIO BELLOSO APRIL 2005 – BRIAN ROBLES JULY 2005 - SHEENA JOHNSON OCTOBER 2005 - KIMBERLY ALBALLAT JANUARY 2006 - KIMBERLY ALBALLAT APRIL 2006 - KIMBERLY ALBALLATT JULY 2006 - KIMBERLY ALBALLATT OCTOBER 2006 - KIMBERLY ALBALLAT JANUARY 2007 - KIMBERLY ALBALLAT APRIL 2007 - KIMBERLY ALBALLAT JULY 2007 - SAMANTHA NUÑO OCTOBER 2007 - SHEENA JOHNSON JANUARY 2008 - KIMBERLY ALBALLAT APRIL 2008 - ANTHONY DAVISON JULY 2008 - SAMANTHA NUÑO OCTOBER 2008 - SAMANTHA NUÑO JANUARY 2009 - SAMANTHA NUÑO APRIL 2009 - JOSEPH REYES JULY 2009 - JOSEPH REYES OCTOBER 2009 - BRANDON LAM JANUARY 2010 - JOEY TSCHERNE LIGHTNING TOURNAMENT RESULTS ARE IN! Joey Tscherne snagged his first Achievers title over Alex Zunigo by a score of 6:2. Alex Zunigo also brought home his first Challenger title with his improved play over Diana Alvarez by a score of 6:3. Christine Cortez slipped by Diego Camarillo by the tightest margin, 7:6 in the Rising Star division. Attendance was sparse. NJTP President would like to remind the Challengers and Achievers they should all be playing the Lightning.   A-AMERICAN STORAGE CHALLENGE LADDER A Joey Tscherne Alex Zunigo Brandon Lam Joseph Reyes Samatha Nuño Jacob Gerzenshtein Sarah Nuño Ryan Nuño B Alex Zunigo Diana Alvarez Kendric Marci Sabrina Reyes Joshua Gomez Kevin Ontiveros Eduardo Alvarado   HEAD-PENN POINT SYSTEM ACTIVITY / EVENT bbbbbbbbbbbb POINTS WOODEN ON LEADERSHIP!!! John Wooden celebrates his 100th birthday this year. He was recently voted the greatest coach ever by a landslide. He took UCLA to ten National basketball championships. He was a wise man and some of his ideas were placed in his pyramid of success. Even though he taught another sport, much applies to tennis. READ THIS AND LEARN! 12 LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP  Good values attract good people It takes ten hands to make a basket Make greatness attainable by all Love is the most power full four letter word  Little things make big things happen  Seek significant change Call yourself a teacher  Make each day your masterpiece  Don’t look at the scoreboard  Emotion is your enemy   Carrot is mightier than a stick  Adversity is your asset NJTP SPRING TENNIS CLASSES Pee Wees: Mondays 5:00-6:00 p.m., Saturdays 10:00-11:00 a.m. Future Aces “Novice”: Mondays 6:15-8:00 p. m., Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:30 Rising Stars: Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:15-6:30 p.m. Fridays 5:30 - 7:00 p. m. Saturdays: 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. Challenger II: Mondays 5:30-7:30 p.m., Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m., Fridays 5:30-7:30 p.m. Challengers III: Tuesdays 6:15-7:45 p.m., Wednesdays 5:00-6:30 p.m., Thursdays 5:30-7:30 p.m. Achievers: Tuesdays 5:30-7:45 p.m., Wednesdays 4:30-6:30 p.m., Thursdays 5:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Intermediates: Tuesdays 7:45-9:15 p.m. ($50.00 6 week sessions). CARDIO CLASS: Saturdays, 9:00-10:00 a.m. Days Off: April 24th, (Sat.); May 29th, (Sat); May 31st, (Mon.); July 3rd, (Sat.) Sept 4th & 6th (Sat. & Mon)