Agassi’s life is now an Open book
In his recently released autobiography, Open, Andre Agassi draws us into his inner circle and whispers, "I hated tennis." He repeats this mantra several times [...]
Redskins wallow in owner’s suspect judgment
With a 4-10 record and a coaching staff in transition, the Washington Redskins announced last week that there's a new sheriff with a familiar name [...]
Tiger’s still on track to be greatest, but not best
Tiger Woods stepped up to the tee a few days ago and finally split the fairway with a straight and true shot regarding his wayward [...]
College tennis coach honored at Hampton, deserves USTA recognition too
A few days ago, Dr. Robert M. (Bob) Screen became one of 15 people inducted into the Hampton University (VA) Athletics Hall of Fame. Let [...]
Tennis Pioneers honored from Coast to Coast
Tennis fans on both coasts spent time last Saturday remembering their roots in ceremonies recognizing Jack Kramer, a man who helped shape the pro tours, [...]
Tennis Leaders must take next steps in Serena foot-fault controversy
Serena Williams stepped back from the firestorm she created during her loss to Kim Clijsters in the U.S. Open semifinal last weekend and apologized for [...]
Williams sisters’ arsenal at U.S. Open includes secret weapon: their father
Young players striving to be great tennis champions often are told that having at least one big weapon enhances their chances. And, of course, if [...]
Once rising tennis star Donald Young now in decline
Just four years ago, Donald Young was on top of the junior tennis world. At 16, the swift-moving lefty was the youngest player to be [...]
Federer racks up more records and looking for more
He’s the first male player to win 15 major titles and the first to win $50 million in prize money. “No need to write about [...]