Here is the News Register write-up about our match against Westview:
http://www.newsregister.com/article/43675-amity+rallies+win+baseball+opener
You will need to scroll down to read about our match.
Have a wonderful Spring Break!
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Match @ Westview = Win #1!!!!!!!
Today was road trip #1 on the season. Road trips are great bonding experiences for players and coaches, are always fun-filled, and include the ever famous "food stop" the kids enjoy at each away match. After playing a tough first match against Sunset on Tuesday, today we went on the road to take on another previously-successful Metro League opponent in Westview. These guys had solid strokes and were fierce competitors.
Our conditions today were ideal for tennis. Very little to no wind, lots of sunshine, and warm weather. Since we were visiting Westview, we played our match in accordance to their dual match guidelines. As a result, one doubles team was dropped from our lineup, as four singles and four doubles matches would be played to decide who won the dual match. In the event of a 4-4 tie, the number of overall sets won(and then games if a tie still stood) by each team would be used to determine the winner of the match. As a result, our guys realized they needed to win outright in order to solidify a for-sure victory! And they responded well to the task ahead of them . . .
After we went through line-ups our boys hit the courts, eager to take home their first team win of the season. I was very pleased with what happened next . . .
In singles we achieved are rarity in team tennis . . . the ever famous "sweep." That's right, all four of our singles players won their matches today! It's always refreshing to look down at my scorebook and see an "M" for "McMinnville" in the "Winner" column of my scorebook. Let's just say that today I was very refreshed! At number one singles, Jesse started off well, winning the first set 6-2 against a skilled opponent. The Westview player battled back after dropping the first set, taking a 5-1 lead in the 2nd set. However, Jesse clawed his way back into the match and was able to win 6 consecutive games to take the 2nd set 7-5, and the match! At number two singles, Alex played a steady game all match long, running his opponent around the court, playing consistent shots, and being aggressive when he needed to. He won his match 6-4, 6-3. At number three singles, Casey Baker bounced back from a tough, hard-fought loss on Tuesday to win 6-3, 6-4 today. He played solid singles, and was successful by hitting with a nice mix of high topspin balls and his favorite forehand slice shots. Finally, at number four singles, Aaron Case "the human backboard" bounced back after losing the first set 6-4, to win the final two sets 6-1, 6-2. Little did he know (when he came off the court) that his victory today in singles would be the fifth victory of the day for the McMinnville High Grizzlies; therefore, clinching the overall team victory for us today!
In doubles, Myles and Chris started strong, winning the first set 6-4, lost a close 2nd set 5-7 after having two match points, and were ultimately able to redeem themselves as they fought back and won the match by taking the 3rd set 6-4. At number two doubles, Russell and Connor came out swinging and playing hot! They took the first set in decisive fashion 6-3. However, despite their fighting spirit, the doubles tandem from Westview won the next two sets to take the match 6-2, 6-0. At number three doubles, Mike and Will lost a tough battle 7-6(8), 6-4. These two continue to battle every point, during every match, and I am confident that they will get their first victory of the season very shortly! Finally, at number four singles, seniors Jake and Kevin played another exceptional match, hitting great lobs and being aggressive at the net. They won their match in decisive fashion 6-1, 6-2. As a result of our great team effort today, we won the match 6-2 over the Westview Wildcats (scores below):
McMinnville 6, Westview 2 (Mac players in BOLD)
Singles
1. Jesse Stahl def. Marcin Kowalski 6-2, 7-5
2. Alex Worth def. Matt Amayao 6-4, 6-3
3. Casey Baker def. Justin Diep 6-3, 6-4
4. Aaron Case def. Jan-Lukas 4-6, 6-1, 6-2
Doubles
1. Myles Horton/Chris Colvin def. Alex Quiner/Ranish Patel 6-4, 5-7, 6-4
2. Bradley Sumoge/Kyung Park def. Russell Jarmer/Connor White 3-6, 6-2, 6-0
3. Raj Nagappan/Thuy Tran def. Will Worth/Mike Casner 7-6(6), 6-4
4. Jake Baker/Kevin Sullivan def. Akiyuki/Duncan 6-1, 6-2
One thing I like to do at the conclusion of each match is to hand out a game ball to the player who I think best exhibited the characteristics of successful Grizzly Tennis during our match. Today's game ball went to Senior singles machine Aaron Case for closing out an athletic opponent, thereby clinching the team victory for us on the road! Great job Aaron. I don't want to forget to mention the game ball recipient from Tuesday's match against Sunset: Jesse Stahl. Great work closing out a tough opponent both Tuesday and today!
In addition to our varsity matches matches, several varsity reserve players and 7 junior varsity players also made the journey up to Westview and competed well in their exhibition and JV matches. Nathan Johnson, Adam Kiff, Ben Lewis, Marshall Dittel-Payne, David Noble, Wade Brosterhous, Reza Refaei, Cody Thomas, Cody Clark, Jordan Wheeler, and Thomas Carter-Voigt all fought hard and played great matches today.
Overall, I'm very proud of the effort the guys put forth today. Earning our first victory of the year was a great feeling and experience for us all. I appreciate the great effort the kids are putting into their matches and in practice, and I additionally appreciate the sportsmanship that they exhibit on the courts. It pleases me to hear compliments from opposing coaches (like from Westview's coach today and Sunset's on Tuesday) about the effort our players put into their matches. Great work today guys and keep up the classy play!
A special thanks to the Sullivan family for supplying us with great sandwiches and drinks today! We really appreciate your dedication and commitment to our tennis program. And a thanks to all of the parents and Mac High Tennis Alumni who drove up to Beaverton today to cheer for our guys. Thanks again for all of the support and have a wonderful Spring Break.
Our conditions today were ideal for tennis. Very little to no wind, lots of sunshine, and warm weather. Since we were visiting Westview, we played our match in accordance to their dual match guidelines. As a result, one doubles team was dropped from our lineup, as four singles and four doubles matches would be played to decide who won the dual match. In the event of a 4-4 tie, the number of overall sets won(and then games if a tie still stood) by each team would be used to determine the winner of the match. As a result, our guys realized they needed to win outright in order to solidify a for-sure victory! And they responded well to the task ahead of them . . .
After we went through line-ups our boys hit the courts, eager to take home their first team win of the season. I was very pleased with what happened next . . .
In singles we achieved are rarity in team tennis . . . the ever famous "sweep." That's right, all four of our singles players won their matches today! It's always refreshing to look down at my scorebook and see an "M" for "McMinnville" in the "Winner" column of my scorebook. Let's just say that today I was very refreshed! At number one singles, Jesse started off well, winning the first set 6-2 against a skilled opponent. The Westview player battled back after dropping the first set, taking a 5-1 lead in the 2nd set. However, Jesse clawed his way back into the match and was able to win 6 consecutive games to take the 2nd set 7-5, and the match! At number two singles, Alex played a steady game all match long, running his opponent around the court, playing consistent shots, and being aggressive when he needed to. He won his match 6-4, 6-3. At number three singles, Casey Baker bounced back from a tough, hard-fought loss on Tuesday to win 6-3, 6-4 today. He played solid singles, and was successful by hitting with a nice mix of high topspin balls and his favorite forehand slice shots. Finally, at number four singles, Aaron Case "the human backboard" bounced back after losing the first set 6-4, to win the final two sets 6-1, 6-2. Little did he know (when he came off the court) that his victory today in singles would be the fifth victory of the day for the McMinnville High Grizzlies; therefore, clinching the overall team victory for us today!
In doubles, Myles and Chris started strong, winning the first set 6-4, lost a close 2nd set 5-7 after having two match points, and were ultimately able to redeem themselves as they fought back and won the match by taking the 3rd set 6-4. At number two doubles, Russell and Connor came out swinging and playing hot! They took the first set in decisive fashion 6-3. However, despite their fighting spirit, the doubles tandem from Westview won the next two sets to take the match 6-2, 6-0. At number three doubles, Mike and Will lost a tough battle 7-6(8), 6-4. These two continue to battle every point, during every match, and I am confident that they will get their first victory of the season very shortly! Finally, at number four singles, seniors Jake and Kevin played another exceptional match, hitting great lobs and being aggressive at the net. They won their match in decisive fashion 6-1, 6-2. As a result of our great team effort today, we won the match 6-2 over the Westview Wildcats (scores below):
McMinnville 6, Westview 2 (Mac players in BOLD)
Singles
1. Jesse Stahl def. Marcin Kowalski 6-2, 7-5
2. Alex Worth def. Matt Amayao 6-4, 6-3
3. Casey Baker def. Justin Diep 6-3, 6-4
4. Aaron Case def. Jan-Lukas 4-6, 6-1, 6-2
Doubles
1. Myles Horton/Chris Colvin def. Alex Quiner/Ranish Patel 6-4, 5-7, 6-4
2. Bradley Sumoge/Kyung Park def. Russell Jarmer/Connor White 3-6, 6-2, 6-0
3. Raj Nagappan/Thuy Tran def. Will Worth/Mike Casner 7-6(6), 6-4
4. Jake Baker/Kevin Sullivan def. Akiyuki/Duncan 6-1, 6-2
One thing I like to do at the conclusion of each match is to hand out a game ball to the player who I think best exhibited the characteristics of successful Grizzly Tennis during our match. Today's game ball went to Senior singles machine Aaron Case for closing out an athletic opponent, thereby clinching the team victory for us on the road! Great job Aaron. I don't want to forget to mention the game ball recipient from Tuesday's match against Sunset: Jesse Stahl. Great work closing out a tough opponent both Tuesday and today!
In addition to our varsity matches matches, several varsity reserve players and 7 junior varsity players also made the journey up to Westview and competed well in their exhibition and JV matches. Nathan Johnson, Adam Kiff, Ben Lewis, Marshall Dittel-Payne, David Noble, Wade Brosterhous, Reza Refaei, Cody Thomas, Cody Clark, Jordan Wheeler, and Thomas Carter-Voigt all fought hard and played great matches today.
Overall, I'm very proud of the effort the guys put forth today. Earning our first victory of the year was a great feeling and experience for us all. I appreciate the great effort the kids are putting into their matches and in practice, and I additionally appreciate the sportsmanship that they exhibit on the courts. It pleases me to hear compliments from opposing coaches (like from Westview's coach today and Sunset's on Tuesday) about the effort our players put into their matches. Great work today guys and keep up the classy play!
A special thanks to the Sullivan family for supplying us with great sandwiches and drinks today! We really appreciate your dedication and commitment to our tennis program. And a thanks to all of the parents and Mac High Tennis Alumni who drove up to Beaverton today to cheer for our guys. Thanks again for all of the support and have a wonderful Spring Break.
News Register Article
The News Register put out a nice article about our match with Sunset. Check it out online by clicking on the following link: http://www.newsregister.com/article/43656-mcminnville+boys+drop+tennis+opener
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Match One in the Books!
Well, despite the chance of rain, some moments of drizzle, some wind, chilly weather, and a surprisingly-pollenated Court 4 at the Cowls Street courts, we were able to start and finish our first match of the 2010 Spring Tennis Season today! We hosted the always-tough Sunset Apollos, who are always a force to be reckoned with in the highly competitive Metro League each and every season. I would rank this team as a Top 15 or even as a Top 10 program at the 6A Level in the State of Oregon . . . so going into this contest, I knew it would be a great match. The Apollos had some great players with great strokes, and our boys played them tough at every spot in the line-up.
In regular district play, the format for a team dual match is a total of 9 matches, with 5 singles matches and 4 doubles matches counting for the overall team score. Today, however, we had four singles matches and five doubles matches, and as a result, we had one more player from each team who had the opportunity to play a varsity tennis match!
The kids competed hard today and played well at every position. At number one singles, sophomore Jesse Stahl played patient, steady tennis and outsmarted and outlasted a talented player from Sunset. Jesse played with a good mix aggressive and defensive shots today and pulled out a match filled with great long rallies, 6-4, 6-2. At two singles, junior Alex Worth played his heart out and took part in a great see-saw battle with a talented singles player from Sunset. Alex battled through tough conditions and an injury in the middle of the match to take the match into a heated third set. The player from Sunset eventually won the match 6-4, 6-7 (8), 6-3, but Alex gave all he had to battle throughout the match. At the number three spot in singles, junior Casey Baker had an outstanding see-saw battle with his experienced and skilled opponent, showed off his improved footwork skills and topspin strokes, but eventually lost a well-played match on his part in two close sets 7-6 (4), 7-6 (3). Finally, at the number four singles spot, the "human backboard," senior Aaron Case, battled the Sunset player (who possessed a killer forehand!), hustled for every ball, and lost a close match 7-5, 6-4.
On the doubles side of the line-up, the guys showed tremendous poise and a great deal of sportsmanship in their matches today. At the number one spot, juniors Chris Colvin and Myles Horton had some great rallies and hit some outstanding volleys. Sunset came away with a win at this spot, winning 6-3, 6-3. At number two doubles spot Seniors Russell Jarmer and Connor White showed tremendous patience in their match against a very skilled doubles team from Sunset. Our boys had some great recovery shots during the match and some nice rallies. Sunset prevailed 6-1, 6-1 at this spot in the line-up. At number three doubles, senior Mike Casner and freshman Will Worth showed great effort and got off to a fast start, winning their first set 6-4. They battled through another tough set, eventually losing the second set 7-5. In the third set, the Sunset team got in a groove and prevailed 6-1 in the final set to take the match. In this match, Mike had some great defensive shots and Will hit some powerful smashes! At the number four spot, Seniors Kevin Sullivan and Jaker Baker had an impressive varsity tennis debut and won in convincing fashion 6-3, 6-2 against a skilled Sunset tandem. "Team Lob" played some great tennis and frustrated their opponents on countless occasions by bringing them into the net with a short, drop shot, and immediately lobbing them to win the point. Great effort guys! Finally, at the number five doubles spot, senior Ben Lewis and sophomore Marshall Dittel-Payne played a tough three set match, eventually losing 10-7 in the third set super-tiebreaker.
Final Match Results
Sunset Apollos 7, McMinnville Grizzlies 2 (Mac players in BOLD below)
Singles
1. Jesse Stahl def. Jeff Yeom 6-4, 6-2
2. Max Lee def Alex Worth 6-4, 6-7 (8), 6-3
3. Saawan Patel def. Casey Baker 7-6(4), 7-6(3)
4. Thomas Kim def. Aaron Case 7-5, 6-4
Doubles
1. Andrew Tai/Andrew Nagel def. Myles Horton/Chris Colvin 6-3, 6-3
2. Anish Bilakanti/Ian Paik def. Connor White/Russell Jarmer 6-1, 6-1
3. Nihal Patel/Brian Mcketwich def. Will Worth/Mike Casner 4-6, 7-5, 6-1
4. Kevin Sullivan/Jake Baker def. Dan Dang/Konstentin/Mueller 6-3, 6-2
5. David Choi/Zarin Lucerno def. Ben Lewis/Marshall Dittel-Payne 2-6, 6-3, 10-7
Overall, I though our guys played with tremendous poise and confidence in their matches, demonstrated great sportsmanship on the court, were great teammates as they cheered each other on from the sidelines, and of course . . . hit some great tennis shots! The effort shown today by our guys shows their determination and desire to achieve one of our team goals this season . . . to win the Pacific Conference Championship. By putting in the work, showing great effort on the court, and representing McMinnville High School well today during our match, our guys will accomplish great things this season! I am privileged to be able to coach a great group of tennis players who are also a great group of human beings. I appreciate all of the support we received from the parents today; thanks for showing up . . . and a special thanks to Doug and Carolyn Johnson for the great snacks today!
Great work Grizzlies!
Our next match is this Thursday, March 18 at 4pm at Westview High School. I hope to see you all there.
In regular district play, the format for a team dual match is a total of 9 matches, with 5 singles matches and 4 doubles matches counting for the overall team score. Today, however, we had four singles matches and five doubles matches, and as a result, we had one more player from each team who had the opportunity to play a varsity tennis match!
The kids competed hard today and played well at every position. At number one singles, sophomore Jesse Stahl played patient, steady tennis and outsmarted and outlasted a talented player from Sunset. Jesse played with a good mix aggressive and defensive shots today and pulled out a match filled with great long rallies, 6-4, 6-2. At two singles, junior Alex Worth played his heart out and took part in a great see-saw battle with a talented singles player from Sunset. Alex battled through tough conditions and an injury in the middle of the match to take the match into a heated third set. The player from Sunset eventually won the match 6-4, 6-7 (8), 6-3, but Alex gave all he had to battle throughout the match. At the number three spot in singles, junior Casey Baker had an outstanding see-saw battle with his experienced and skilled opponent, showed off his improved footwork skills and topspin strokes, but eventually lost a well-played match on his part in two close sets 7-6 (4), 7-6 (3). Finally, at the number four singles spot, the "human backboard," senior Aaron Case, battled the Sunset player (who possessed a killer forehand!), hustled for every ball, and lost a close match 7-5, 6-4.
On the doubles side of the line-up, the guys showed tremendous poise and a great deal of sportsmanship in their matches today. At the number one spot, juniors Chris Colvin and Myles Horton had some great rallies and hit some outstanding volleys. Sunset came away with a win at this spot, winning 6-3, 6-3. At number two doubles spot Seniors Russell Jarmer and Connor White showed tremendous patience in their match against a very skilled doubles team from Sunset. Our boys had some great recovery shots during the match and some nice rallies. Sunset prevailed 6-1, 6-1 at this spot in the line-up. At number three doubles, senior Mike Casner and freshman Will Worth showed great effort and got off to a fast start, winning their first set 6-4. They battled through another tough set, eventually losing the second set 7-5. In the third set, the Sunset team got in a groove and prevailed 6-1 in the final set to take the match. In this match, Mike had some great defensive shots and Will hit some powerful smashes! At the number four spot, Seniors Kevin Sullivan and Jaker Baker had an impressive varsity tennis debut and won in convincing fashion 6-3, 6-2 against a skilled Sunset tandem. "Team Lob" played some great tennis and frustrated their opponents on countless occasions by bringing them into the net with a short, drop shot, and immediately lobbing them to win the point. Great effort guys! Finally, at the number five doubles spot, senior Ben Lewis and sophomore Marshall Dittel-Payne played a tough three set match, eventually losing 10-7 in the third set super-tiebreaker.
Final Match Results
Sunset Apollos 7, McMinnville Grizzlies 2 (Mac players in BOLD below)
Singles
1. Jesse Stahl def. Jeff Yeom 6-4, 6-2
2. Max Lee def Alex Worth 6-4, 6-7 (8), 6-3
3. Saawan Patel def. Casey Baker 7-6(4), 7-6(3)
4. Thomas Kim def. Aaron Case 7-5, 6-4
Doubles
1. Andrew Tai/Andrew Nagel def. Myles Horton/Chris Colvin 6-3, 6-3
2. Anish Bilakanti/Ian Paik def. Connor White/Russell Jarmer 6-1, 6-1
3. Nihal Patel/Brian Mcketwich def. Will Worth/Mike Casner 4-6, 7-5, 6-1
4. Kevin Sullivan/Jake Baker def. Dan Dang/Konstentin/Mueller 6-3, 6-2
5. David Choi/Zarin Lucerno def. Ben Lewis/Marshall Dittel-Payne 2-6, 6-3, 10-7
Overall, I though our guys played with tremendous poise and confidence in their matches, demonstrated great sportsmanship on the court, were great teammates as they cheered each other on from the sidelines, and of course . . . hit some great tennis shots! The effort shown today by our guys shows their determination and desire to achieve one of our team goals this season . . . to win the Pacific Conference Championship. By putting in the work, showing great effort on the court, and representing McMinnville High School well today during our match, our guys will accomplish great things this season! I am privileged to be able to coach a great group of tennis players who are also a great group of human beings. I appreciate all of the support we received from the parents today; thanks for showing up . . . and a special thanks to Doug and Carolyn Johnson for the great snacks today!
Great work Grizzlies!
Our next match is this Thursday, March 18 at 4pm at Westview High School. I hope to see you all there.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Mixed Doubles Barbecue Pictures . . . courtesy of Sandi Colvin
Nice forehand!
Another sweet forehand!
Ready for a volley?
Playing in style
The Magician and Nick Jonas
Team Nerds - Tournament Champs!!!!!!!!!
Enjoying some barbecue
Doo-op-Greasers . . .
"Is that Nick Jonas????"
A colorful crew . . .
Best Dressed 2010
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Mixed Doubles Barbecue
The mixed doubles barbecue was a smash hit! The kids were out in full force in their costumes. We had costumes ranging from Ponchos to Disney characters to Farmers to Cowboys to Cheerleaders to 1950s high school students. It was a fun time shared by all and included lots of great tennis.
We had a great turnout of parents, family members, and classmates who all enjoyed a barbecue. Like I said before, we had some great tennis as well, as each doubles partnership (consisting of a member of the boys and girls team) was placed into one of 4 groups. Within each group, each team played their group members one time, in the format of a 10-point tiebreaker. In the end, the team who had won the most points in their groups advanced to meet the winners of the other groups in the semi-final round. After 2 great semi-final matches, the final two teams advanced to the championship.
In the finals, the "Nerds" team (Stahl and Selvy) took on the "50s Doo-op/Greaser" team of Bristow and Jarmer. This was a great see-saw battle that took place under the lights and under the viewing pleasure of 40+ McMinnville Tennis Fans, Jesse and Christine (Nerds team) claimed the title in an epic 15-13 match (sorry if the score was one or two points off). All four players played some great tennis, and all 32 players represented the boys and girls programs very well. Coach Macy and I are both excited with our players' performances at this event, and we both anticipate a great tennis season in the upcoming months.
Pictures from the event will be coming soon so check back for those.
We had a great turnout of parents, family members, and classmates who all enjoyed a barbecue. Like I said before, we had some great tennis as well, as each doubles partnership (consisting of a member of the boys and girls team) was placed into one of 4 groups. Within each group, each team played their group members one time, in the format of a 10-point tiebreaker. In the end, the team who had won the most points in their groups advanced to meet the winners of the other groups in the semi-final round. After 2 great semi-final matches, the final two teams advanced to the championship.
In the finals, the "Nerds" team (Stahl and Selvy) took on the "50s Doo-op/Greaser" team of Bristow and Jarmer. This was a great see-saw battle that took place under the lights and under the viewing pleasure of 40+ McMinnville Tennis Fans, Jesse and Christine (Nerds team) claimed the title in an epic 15-13 match (sorry if the score was one or two points off). All four players played some great tennis, and all 32 players represented the boys and girls programs very well. Coach Macy and I are both excited with our players' performances at this event, and we both anticipate a great tennis season in the upcoming months.
Pictures from the event will be coming soon so check back for those.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Parent Meeting
Parent Meeting tomorrow - Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 7pm in Room 100 @ Patton Middle School.
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