Different paths, same destination Williams sisters reach final after... Jul 3, 2009
Williams, hardly for the first time here or elsewhere, found a way to snarl and swing her way through big tennis trouble. Down, 4-5, 30-40, on her serve in the third set of this semifinal, she pushed forward to the net. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
On the air TV and radio Jul 3, 2009
Friday, July 3, 2009. Search stories on N&O.com. (News & Observer -- Sports)
N'ham adding to Hall Jul 3, 2009
The new members are former players Darnill Brown '95 (basketball and football), David Dumpel '92 (tennis), Melissa Foley '00 (soccer and track), Tara Pointon '93 (cross country and track), Trisha Sutton '90 (softball), Russell Terlecki '88 (soccer and wrestling) and David Thames '91 (cross country and track); former head coaches Peggy Banks (softball) and Pete Leonard (boys basketball and athletic director); and the 1990 softball team that won the NJSIAA Group III championship. The class will be... (NJ.com -- Times)
Sturgeon Qualifies For PGA Event Jul 3, 2009
SANTA ANA PUEBLO, N.M. -- - Former University of Louisville men's golfer realized his dream of playing in a major PGA Golf Tournament. That dream was realized at the National Club Pro Championships on Wednesday. (Uoflsports.com)
Jon WertheimTENNIS MAILBAG Jul 3, 2009
I know I'm channeling my inner Archie Bunker as I say this but the cold hard reality is that esthetics count in women's tennis (as long as it's accompanied by good skill) ... It underscores the dual nature of tennis. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Spiegel stays grounded despite stellar career Jul 3, 2009
When I was 2- or 3-years-old we started throwing whiffle balls and tennis balls in the back yard. I cant say enough about what theyve done. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Back at the ranch, all's quiet Jul 3, 2009
In a closet in the pool house, sandwiched between the pool and the tennis court, was a bucket of tennis balls. And on a hill overlooking the house stood the fabled train station - a near replica of the one at Disneyland with its huge floral clock. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Tang a double winner at Black Hills Open Jul 3, 2009
RAPID CITY Chuck Tang had extra inspiration to make it to the Boys 12 finals at Thursday s Black Hills Common Cents Open tennis tournament ... Tang has been playing tennis since age 5, picking up the game from his parents, Jerry and Lili Tang, of Rapid City ... He also tried basketball and baseball, but he just loves tennis, said Jerry Tang. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Bulldog Bites: 10-win season ‘isn’t good enough’ Jul 3, 2009
The breakdown: Equestrian (30), women s track (22), men s track (19), baseball (seven), men s golf (six), softball (six), women s golf (four), men s tennis (three), women s tennis (2). South Carolina was tops in the spring with 114 on the list and Alabama was third with 90. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
• Magic Valley sports announcements Jul 3, 2009
Gooding holds tennis camp. GOODING The Gooding High School tennis team will host a camp from July 20 to Aug. 1 with a mini-tournament on the final day ... Mail the fee along with name, age, contact phone number and shirt size to Gooding HS Tennis Team c/o Gooding High School, 1050 Seventh Ave. W, Gooding, ID, 83330. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Roddick edges Hewitt in Wimbledon match Jul 3, 2009
It would be writing in the history books of tennis, Federer said, then cautioned: Its not there yet. Still far away. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Williams sisters in Wimbledon final Jul 3, 2009
"I don't necessarily want her to lose, but for sure I want me to win. I don't want to see myself disappointed. I need to get my titles, too. I'm still the big sister, but I'm still going to play great tennis." ... "I feel like obviously she's playing the best tennis at the tournament." ... Venus deflected questions on whether the one-sided match raised doubts about the strength of women's tennis and Safina's status as the No. 1-ranked player. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Roddick reaches quarters Jul 3, 2009
Murray, meanwhile, said he is trying to ignore the media hoopla and just focus on his tennis ... It would be writing in the history books of tennis, Federer said ... This is the best results, the best tennis I ve played here, the best I ve been feeling, Haas said. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Useless Knowledge: Grand Slam's a slam dunk Jul 3, 2009
How much do you know about this Grand Slam tennis tournament that is steeped in tradition ... True or false: Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world ... Wimbledon is one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments. (Montana Standard, MT)
Lincoln readies for holiday bash Jul 3, 2009
After the parade, the Boy Scouts will serve a barbecue lunch at the Pierce House, followed by a variety of sports activities in the afternoon, including a town-wide swim at the Codman Pool, a mixed doubles tennis tournament at the courts on Ballfield Road, a family baseball game at the Smith baseball diamond, and a family soccer game at Brooks Field. The day will close out with a fireworks show at the Codman Pool. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Serena, Venus, set up all-U.S. Wimbledon final Jul 3, 2009
Safina won only 20 points and was completely outclassed by the third-seeded Venus, who has been playing some of the best grass-court tennis of her career this tournament ... "It was a real fight from the beginning until the end. I feel like I finally played some good tennis here. It was not easy to fight against her. She's a great champion. She was serving very well today. I wasn't sure if it's Serena or Andy Roddick on the other side." ... "This is the first time I ever got nervous at a tennis... (USA Today -- Sports)
Ott, Schaffer honored Jul 3, 2009
UPDATED: 3 :13 a.m. CDT, July 03, 2009. Twosome selected to freshman squad by Baseball America Thursday, July 02, 2009 From staff, wire reports. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Murray carries hopes of Great Britain in Wimbledon semifinals Jul 3, 2009
Every summer, the world of tennis comes to his shores, takes the best silver, waves thanks and leaves ... But he's become an accomplished young tennis champion, and every backhand Friday will carry the emotions of his country ... So, too, does the game of tennis. (USA Today -- Sports)
This weekend on TV, radio Jul 3, 2009
TENNIS 9 a.m. - Wimbledon, women s final, Ch ... TENNIS 9 a.m. - Wimbledon, men s final, Ch. (Boston Globe)
Williams sisters take final stage again Jul 3, 2009
WIMBLEDON, England - Venus and Serena Williams have dominated women s tennis for so many years there s hardly an accomplishment they haven t achieved ... And that, in turn, raises questions about the health of women s tennis ... I respect Dinara Safina, and I think you should, too, Venus replied, adding, I think women s tennis is fantastic. (Boston Globe)
Wimbledon confirm move to prize money equality Jul 3, 2009
Female tennis players will earn the same prize money as their male counterparts at Wimbledon this year for the first time ever after the All England Club finally bowed to the weight of public opinion and the will of the WTA Tour ... Chief among their arguments has been the fact men play best-of-five-set contests, while women only play best-of-three, but outgoing chairman Tim Phillips has also cited club polls indicating that men's tennis gave better value for money ... "Tennis is one of the few... (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
Local athletes head to Israel for 18th Maccabiah Games Jul 3, 2009
Larry Waxman, 52, tennis, Beachwood. Article Rating. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Sports Briefs: Tennis lessons at the Community Center Jul 3, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 10:20 AM EDT GAYLORD Tennis instructor Doug Hyde will again offer tennis lessons for youth and adults at the Otsego County Community Center. The lessons will cost 20 and will take place from July 20-22. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
WERTHEIM:Williams sisters show field isn't closing in after all Jul 3, 2009
Cruel sport, this tennis ... Reports of the demise of U.S. tennis seem a little premature ... Is it fair to say you kind of grew up in this kind of stuff, your tennis education anyway. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Vintage Hewitt gives Tomic a glimpse of his own future Jul 3, 2009
"But he's now 28 years old. You can't play your best tennis - I mean, who knows - at 30, when he reaches that peak. He's already been No.1 in the world. He has made his achievement, No.1 in the world for two years, which is unbelievable. "Hopefully one day I can do that ... " While he has spent some time with Hewitt at Davis Cup ties, Tomic said he had no interaction with the senior Australian's camp at Wimbledon. "I've got to concentrate on the juniors," he said before Hewitt's quarter-final... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Austin: Slight edge to Serena over Venus Jul 3, 2009
Which stars' skills would you include if you could construct the perfect tennis player ... Video: Tennis from NBC Sports. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Serena digs deepest to set up final with Venus Jul 3, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. The serenity Serena Williams screams in jubilation on her way to an epic three-set victory over Russian No.4 seed Elena Dementieva in the Wimbledon semi-finals yesterday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Giddy up - punters get on board Cowboys for Sharks shoot-out Jul 3, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Rugby Heaven Skip directly to. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Rockets' Yao to wait week before surgery decision Jul 3, 2009
Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. AP FILE - In this May 8, 2009, file photo, Houston Rockets center Yao Ming (11), of China, walks off the. (Yahoo News)
It's Williams vs. Williams for Wimbledon title Jul 3, 2009
Which stars' skills would you include if you could construct the perfect tennis player ... Video: Tennis from NBC Sports ... So once again, the patriarch of the greatest sister act in tennis history is heading home to the United States before the Wimbledon final. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Going for Gold Jul 3, 2009
Rivals High - USA Junior National team to play for the Gold. NCAA Football Recruiting. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Mailbag: Return to glory ahead for Spartans? Jul 3, 2009
com - Mailbag: Return to glory ahead for Spartans. College Sports: Rivals. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
It's a new endeavor Jul 3, 2009
Weaver watched as the dogs were led into an enclosure littered with chew toys and tennis balls, smiling as she observed the dogs beginning their morning routine of fetch. With weathered hands, she wrestled a ball from a defiant canine ensuring the progression of the game to at least another round. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Agassi set to participate in World Team Tennis Jul 3, 2009
Agassi, Clijsters suit up for World Team Tennis - - SI.com ... Agassi, Clijsters suit up for World Team Tennis ... NEW YORK (AP) -Andre Agassi wanted to smack some tennis balls around this summer, so he decided to take Billie Jean King up on her offer. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
LA schools chief fumes over 'Bruno' school photos Jul 3, 2009
NCAA Football Recruiting. NCAA Basketball Recruiting. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
North Iowa celebrates July 4th Jul 3, 2009
11 a.m. Tennis Tournament at Sportsmen s Park. Noon Beverage Tent open. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
With roof in place, an indoor buzz at Wimbledon Jul 3, 2009
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) - Rhythmic clapping rang out on Centre Court, accompanied by not-so-staid chants of "Roof! Roof! Roof!'' Yes, indoor tennis has arrived at Wimbledon, more than a century after the tournament's debut. The new retractable roof over Centre Court was closed for the first time Monday after a light sprinkle halted play during the second set of a match between No. 1-ranked Dinara Safina and 2006 Wimbledon champion Amelie Mauresmo. As luck would have it, by the time the match... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Roddick takes marathon route to semis Jul 2, 2009
And it was fraught with tension throughout, pitting Wimbledon s 2002 champion (Hewitt) against a two-time Wimbledon finalist (Roddick) - each a former world No. 1, and each trying to reassert his relevance among the elite of tennis. I hadn t been in the Grand Slam picture much in the last two years, said Roddick, 26, who will take on the third-seeded Murray and his legion of supporters tomorrow. (Boston Globe)
Continue reading Jul 2, 2009
According to Coddington, the Hillblom Foundation has contributed to many Vikings sports teams and facilities, including a donation that funded the building of the high school tennis courts, as well as many other projects around Kingsburg. A representative for the Hillblom Foundation would not comment on the exact amount the foundation had donated, either for the swim complex or in total, saying only that they wished to keep their donations private. (Kingsburg Recorder, CA)
Photos of active seniors by John Rich Jul 2, 2009
In 2007, Brookline s John Rich starting interviewing and photographing men and women over 70 who compete athletically in tennis, swimming, and other sports. Alex Swetka, age 90, has played competitive tennis for more than 50 years. (Boston Globe)
James Howard Kunstler on Michael Jackson as America Jul 2, 2009
The Man in the Mirror - Clusterfuck Nation. Clusterfuck Nation Comment on Current Events by the Author of "The Long Emergency". (Harper's Magazine)
The poster boy for grace under pressure Jul 2, 2009
So why is Roger Federer someone whom tennis fans root for with such ardor ... Rod Laver had the most complete game modern tennis had seen, but Federer is even better ... It isn t just that Federer is the Joe DiMaggio of tennis; it s that he s the Miles Davis of tennis. (Boston Globe)
Amezaga to get left knee reevaluated Jul 2, 2009
Steadman is known for his work with Olympic skiers like Bode Miller and Picabo Street, but he has helped athletes in all sports, from basketball's Kobe Bryant to football stars Terrell Davis and John Elway to tennis legend Martina Navratilova. Steadman is also familiar with baseball players as he examined New York Mets outfielder Carlos Beltran's bruised knee on Tuesday. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Murray breezes into first semifinal at Wimbledon Jul 2, 2009
Andy Murray reaches Wimbledon semifinal - Tennis - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Can Roger Be Stopped? Jul 2, 2009
I know I'm channeling my inner Archie Bunker as I say this but the cold hard reality is that esthetics count in women's tennis (as long as it's accompanied by good skill) ... It underscores the dual nature of tennis. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Western Hall of Fame to make history Jul 2, 2009
Men's tennis, women's track , volleyball, baseball and football are represented in the newest class of inductees ... Steve Winsor (1977-81) - men's tennis. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Money on Williams, but Safina and Elena will be out to prevent an all-American final Jul 2, 2009
They have put on a clinic of power tennis so far, showing why they have been the dominant force at the All England Club for most of the decade ... We still are definitely the front-runners in tennis as far as being some of the best players out there. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Serena: Im ready for five-set matches Jul 2, 2009
You get to see these female players playing their best tennis not losing a set ... Despite Serena s willingness to play five sets on grass from the quarter-final stage, outgoing WTA chief Larry Scott said that women s tennis is not yet moving in that direction. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Toronto will celebrate its 125th9:43 am | (No comments posted.) Jul 2, 2009
Thursdays events include a kickoff supper at the fire hall at 6 p.m., followed by the Miss Toronto Pageant at 7:30 p.m., and a teen dance at the tennis court starting at 8:30 p.m.. Fridays events include an all school reunion starting at 4 p.m., at the school, and fireworks around 10 p.m. on the west side of town. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Cameron Noakes It seems the whole Geelong story has a couple more chapters to go, and one of the first to be written will be the events of Sunday afternoon. Read more Jul 2, 2009
The Age Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Real Footy Skip directly to. . (The Age, Australia)
Eddie and the Sham-Wow Jul 2, 2009
It was an exact replication of the tennis match neck movements of our President. I really can t believe that even the President s most ardent supporters aren t fatigued with his teleprompter-inspired gyrations. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Roddick survives marathon match Jul 2, 2009
The third set ended with the 13th tiebreaker the two men have played against each other in 25 sets of tennis. Karlovic s limitations were exposed as he made several glaring errors, missing badly on what should have been easy putaways. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Family, friends bid farewell to Fawcett Jul 2, 2009
Burton says he is still wearing a large boot but hopes he can switch to a tennis shoe soon. Burton began his Las Vegas career 27 years ago with an eight-week trial engagement at "Folies Bergere," which turned into a nine-year run. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Wimbeldon semifinals set Jul 2, 2009
Roger Federer, Andy Roddick advance to Wimbledon semifinals - Tennis - SI.com ... " Murray, meanwhile, said he is trying to ignore the media hoopla and just focus on his tennis. "I realize that if I don't bring my best game then I'm going to lose to guys like Hewitt or Roddick," he said. "I feel confident because I've won a lot of matches on the grass ... " Federer reached his 21st consecutive Grand Slam semifinal by taming 6-foot-10 (2.08-meter) Croatian Ivo Karlovic 6-3, 7-5, 7-6 (3). Federer,... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Brookline sports notes: July 2-9 Jul 2, 2009
Tennis Camp at Newton JCC. A one-week tennis camp for children in grades 3 to 9 will be offered July 13 to 17 at the Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center, 333 Nahanton St., Newton ... Tennis camp at the JCC is hosted weekly throughout the summer. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Roddick's time? Jul 2, 2009
Celizic: Roddick running out of time to be great - Tennis- nbcsports ... Which stars' skills would you include if you could construct the perfect tennis player ... Video: Tennis from NBC Sports. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Roddick survives five-set marathon vs. Hewitt Jul 2, 2009
Which stars' skills would you include if you could construct the perfect tennis player ... Video: Tennis from NBC Sports ... It would be writing in the history books of tennis, Federer said, then cautioned: Its not there yet. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Dominguez Signs with Giants, Dao Signs Free Agent Contract with Reds Jul 2, 2009
Baseball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Softball, Men's and Women's Swimming and Men's and Women's Tennis are all FREE.. Ticket Office Locations. (Uoflsports.com)
Have We Forgotten Iraq? Jul 2, 2009
Have We Forgotten Iraq. We've updated CBSNews. (CBS News -- Politics)
Ready, set, going to make a splash Jul 2, 2009
A who's who of Australian sport including swimming legend Murray Rose and tennis great Ken Rosewall will converge on Circular Quay today for a "100 Days To Go" celebration of the World Masters Games. The event is expected to attract close to 25,000 athletes from 100 countries across 28 sports. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
• Magic Valley sports announcements Jul 2, 2009
Gooding holds tennis camp. GOODING - The Gooding High School tennis team will host a camp from July 20 to Aug. 1 with a mini-tournament on the final day ... Mail the fee along with name, age, contact phone number and shirt size to Gooding HS Tennis Team c/o Gooding High School, 1050 Seventh Ave. W, Gooding, ID, 83330. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Willing to Take a Stand: Joey Cheek one of few athletes to speak out on political issues Jul 2, 2009
Bill Russell spoke against racism in basketball; Curt Flood's lawsuit against Major League Baseball led to free agency; and Billie Jean King crusaded for equal pay for women in tennis. Others used their fame to champion social and political causes most notably, Mu 00004000 hammad Ali, who opposed the Vietnam War, and Tommie Smith and John Carlos, who raised clenched fists in salute of civil rights atop the medal podium at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Safina hopes she isn't put out to grass Jul 2, 2009
"I don't think if I play my best tennis and she plays the best tennis that she's the favourite. I think I still have a chance." ... au/news/sport/tennis/safina-hopes-she-isnt-put-out-to-grass/2009/07/01/1246127580717 ... au/news/sport/tennis/roddick-ends-hewitts-wimbledon-bid/2009/07/02/1246127608479. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Happy 21st as Federer celebrates his straight semis Jul 2, 2009
au/news/sport/tennis/happy-21st-as-federer-celebrates-his-straight-semis/2009/07/02/1246127587388 ... au/news/sport/tennis/roddick-ends-hewitts-wimbledon-bid/2009/07/02/1246127608479 ... au/news/sport/tennis/high-fives--serena-puts-hand-up-for-longer-matches/2009/07/01/1246127580711. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Roddick ends Hewitt's Wimbledon bid Jul 2, 2009
Yeah, I played great tennis for three sets against a worthy opponent ... au/news/sport/tennis/roddick-ends-hewitts-wimbledon-bid/2009/07/02/1246127608479 ... au/news/sport/tennis/happy-21st-as-federer-celebrates-his-straight-semis/2009/07/02/1246127587388. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
