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2013 Summer Membership

The Schwartz Tennis Center is offering a 2013 Summer Membership -- May 28, 2013 - August 31, 2013. This membership is great for a person who is here for the summer, home from college, or if you just want to try out the Schwartz Tennis Center before purchasing a full-year membership. The summer membership has the same summer time benefits as the full-year membership. If at the end of the summer you decide you want to become a full-year member, you will receive a 10% discount on the full-year fee.

Membership Highlights include

  • Free Unlimited randomly reserved indoor court time, Memorial Day - Labor Day!
  • Free Unlimited randomly reserved outdoor courts.
  • Priority sign up for lesson programs, clinics, and drills.
  • Members may reserve Summer Permanent Court Time indoors for the summer.
  • Members will enjoy participating in Member Only events and clinics.
  • Members will receive several opportunities for Member Only discounts.

    A PDF file of this flyer for printing.




  • 2013 Boiler Spring Adult Open

    Tennis Tournament, May 18-19

    The 2013 Boiler Spring Adult Open tennis tournament will be Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19. There are Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles divisions. All divisions will use a round robin format. Entry Fee: $20.00 per person (one event) $30.00 per person, (two events). Sign up at the Control Desk. The entry deadline is Wednesday, May 15, 10:00 pm. This is NOT a USTA Sanctioned Event.

    A PDF file of this flyer for printing.




    2013 Boiler Spring Intro Junior

    Tournament, Saturday, May 18

    The Schwartz Tennis Center is pleased to host the 2013 Boiler Spring Intro Junior Tennis Tournament, May 18, 2013. This is a Singles only, round robin tournament for Boys 10, 12, 14, 16 and Girls 10, 12, 14 divisions. The entry fee is $20 for members and $25.00 for non-members. The entry deadline is Wednesday, May 15, 10:00 pm.

    Click here for more information and for an entry form. To register by phone, contact the Schwartz Tennis Center at 765-494-3600.




    Purdue Women Reach Second Round of

    NCAA Tournament; Kapitany and Schmidt

    Will Play in Doubles Championships

    The No. 30 Purdue women's tennis team won a thrilling match 4-3 against No. 34 South Carolina in the NCAA Women's Tennis Championships on Friday, May 10 in Coral Gables, Florida. Trailing 3-0, the Boilers battled back to win at four singles spots. Freshman Tess Bernard-Feigenbaum won the final match of the day to secure the win. The match lasted over 4 hours.

    On Saturday, May 11 the team's season ended in the second round with a 4-0 loss to the No. 6 Miami Hurricanes. The match was ended after the Hurricanes won the doubles point and #4, #5, and #6 singles. Mara Schmidt (#1 Singles) lost the first set to No. 60 Stephanie Wagner 6-3, won the second set 6-3, and was trailing 2-0 in the third when competition was halted. Lynda Xepoleas (#2 Singles) took the first set from No. 81 Kelsey Laurente 6-3 and was tied 4-4 in the second set.

    The Boilermakers' 18 wins tie last year's team for the most wins in program history. The lone senior on the team, Gisella Pere, was a part of more dual match victories (66) than any other women's tennis student-athlete.

    The 2013 team also achieved the highest ranking in program history (No. 14) and also had the highest ranked road win against then-No. 19 Notre Dame. This also marks the first time in program history that the team has reached the NCAA team tournament in back-to-back years.

    In addition, Purdue's Krisztina Kapitany and Mara Schmidt have been selected as one of the 32 doubles teams that will compete in the singles and doubles competition which will be conducted May 22-27 at the University of Illinois following the conclusion of the team championship, which runs May 17-21.

    This item contains excerpts from the news article Women's Tennis Qualifies for Second-Straight NCAA Tournament.


    2013 Adult Summer Leagues,

    Programs, and Weekly Clinics

    Information is available concerning 2013 Summer leagues, programs, and weekly sign-up clinics for adults.

    Click on the "ADULT TENNIS" button at the left of this page.

    The "ADULT LEAGUES" button tells about 2013 Summer Adult Leagues: Men's Singles League, Men's Quad Play Doubles, 7.5 Women's Combo League, and USTA Women's Tri-Level League.

    The "ADULT PROGRAMS" button tells about 2013 Summer Adult Programs: Women's USTA Practice, Beginning Tennis Clinics, and Intermediate Tennis Clinics.

    The "WEEKLY SIGN-UP CLINICS" button lists the 2013 Summer Weekly Sign-Up Clinics:
    Twilight Tennis (1 hour of drills and 1 hour of play)
    Drill of the Day (Fast Paced Tennis Drill)
    Stroke of the Week (This clinic focuses on a different stroke every week. The stroke will be posted weekly on our Website (at the top right of the home page) and on our Facebook Page.
    Tune-Up Tennis (1 hour of drills and 1 hour of play)

    Private lessons are also available.

    For more information contact the Schwartz Tennis Center at 765-494-3600.



    April 2013

    Member Newsletter

    Check out the April 2013 Member Newsletter for information about Summer Adult Leagues, Adult Tennis Mixers, Summer Court Time, 2013-2014 Permanent Court Time, and Members-only stringing discounts, You can reach Katee Hensley, Program Coordinator at 496-9684 for any additional information.



    Information now available about 2013

    Junior Tennis Program Summer Classes,

    June 3 - August 1

    Information is now available about the 2013 Junior Tennis Program Summer Tennis Classes, June 3 - August 1. Sign up for 4 or more weeks and receive reduced fees. Click on "JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM DIRECTED BY TIM MADDEN" at the top left of this page, then "JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS". You will find all our information and a registration form. There is also information about 2013 Black and Gold Tennis Camps, Private/Group Tennis Lessons, and USTA Tournaments at the Schwartz Tennis Center. This link even has a registration form.

    You are welcome to register with a credit card by phone at 765-494-3600, mail a check payable to Purdue University, or stop by the Schwartz Tennis Center in person at 1324 McCormick Road, West Lafayette, IN 47907.

    If you have questions about the Junior Tennis program or registration, please email Tim Madden (madden@purdue.edu) or contact the Schwartz Tennis Center at 765-494-3600.



    USTA Junior Team Tennis

    2013 Summer

    Tuesday Evenings, 7-9 pm

    June 11-July 16, 2013

    If you are an individual who loves to play tennis, you're going to love it even more playing on a team. The USTA Jr. Team Tennis League at Purdue is available in two age divisions (14 & Under and 18 & Under) at the intermediate skill level. USTA Jr. Team Tennis is all about building your game while building a team. It's about showing your stuff and sharing the fun in team competition.

    The league runs Tuesday evenings, 7-9 pm, June 11-July 16, 2013. Click on the "JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM DIRECTED BY TIM MADDEN" button at the left of this page and then the "USTA JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS" button that appears. This tells all about the USTA Junior Team Tennis league. This link even has a registration form. The deadline to register is Thursday, June 1, 2013. Register today!



    2013 Summer Indoor/Outdoor

    Permanent Court Time

    Information is now available about 2013 Summer Indoor/Outdoor Permanent Court Time, June 1 - August 30, 2013. All permanent court reservations must be made by May 24, 2013. Any member who would like to reserve a court(s) or continue with the court(s) used in the past, please have your group's coordinator notify Joe Braden as soon as possible. Members who have reserved courts in the Summer 2012 will have first priority for their court time. Reservation fees are due by May 24, 2013. After May 24, 2013, we reserve the right to offer any available courts to any member requesting a Permanent Court Reservation. Court times may be changed depending on availability. For more information, contact the Schwartz Tennis Center at 765-494-3600.

    You may also access this information by clicking on the "RATES AND RESERVATIONS" button at the left of this page. The "SUMMER PERMANENT COURT TIME (PCT)" button brings up the information form. The "SUMMER PCT REGISTRATION FORM" button brings up an Excel file to use to submit a list of names for those playing on your reserved court(s).



    Purdue Club Tennis Team

    Wins Silver Division of USTA Tennis

    On Campus National Championship


    The Purdue Club Tennis team was the champion of the Silver Division at the USTA Tennis On Campus National Championship, April 11-13, Surprise Tennis & Racquet Center, Surprise, Arizona. This division is for the 16 teams who finished second in their pool. The team defeated Harvard 25-13, Maryland 29-17, UC Davis 25-21, and Cincinnati 24-13 to win the Silver Division. This is the second year in a row that the team has qualified for the national championship event. The Purdue Club Tennis travel team consists of Sarah Kitchell, Billy Heuer, Jessica Rink, Casey Kinney, and Phil Siebels. Congratulations to the Purdue Club Tennis team!



    Schwartz Tennis Center Membership

    You should become a member of the Schwartz Tennis Center!

    Membership Benefits:

    • Free Unlimited Reserved and Walk On Indoor Court Time Memorial Day -- Labor Day.
    • Free Unlimited Reserved and Walk On Outdoor Court Time Year Round.
    • Free Unlimited Non-Prime, Walk On/Same Day Reservations Year Round.
    • Reserve Courts on a Permanent Basis.
    • Reserve Courts 6 Days in Advance. Non-Members May Reserve 3 Days in Advance.
    • Priority Sign Up for Lesson Programs, Clinics, & Drills.
    • Reduced Court Fees for Random Court Reservations, Permanent Court Time & Summer Permanent Court Time.
    • Member Only Discounts & Events.

    Information about the benefits of being a member, as well as membership fees are quickly available. Click on the "MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION" button at the left of this page. For more information contact the Schwartz Tennis Center at 765-494-3600.



    Information Now Available About

    2012-2013 Tennis Season Including

    Permanent Court Reservations

    Information is now available about the 2012-2013 tennis season at the Schwartz Tennis Center. Click on the "RATES AND RESERVATIONS" button at the left of this page.

    The "PERMANENT COURT TIME (PCT)" button is for those of you who would like to reserve one or more courts each week September 4, 2012 -- May 24, 2013. If you would like to reserve a court(s) or continue with the court(s) you have used in the past, please have your group's coordinator notify Joe Braden (765-496-9511, jmbraden@purdue.edu) as soon as possible. Note that those who have reserved courts in this past year will have first priority for their court time until June 30.

    The "PCT REGISTRATION FORM" button gets you an Excel file to submit a list of names for those playing on your reserved court(s). We would like this to be submitted by September 2. This can be submitted at the Control Desk, by mail (Schwartz Tennis Center, 1324 McCormick Road, West Lafayette, IN 47906), or by email to Joe Braden (jmbraden@purdue.edu).

    For more information, contact the Schwartz Tennis Center at 765-494-3600.



    Pro Shop Has Strings, Grips,

    and Vibration Dampeners

    Forget to bring a can of tennis balls? That grip showing some wear? Lose your vibration dampener? Break a string while playing?

    Don't worry! Our Pro Shop can help with all of these situations. Take a look at our latest list of products and services. For each string, we give suggestions concerning who might benefit best from that string. We offer very low costs for the string and stringing. In addition, we will do the job with your provided string for only $15.00. We have grips and dampeners available, and, of course, Wilson US Open Tennis Balls. Please stop by the Pro Shop (at the Schwartz Tennis Center Control Desk) if you have a request for a special type of string, grip, or dampener. We will be glad to order anything, if available.

    New in our Pro Shop is the Wilson Micro Dry Plus Grip. This grip has been designed for maximum moisture absorption. It is extra thick for more comfort and softer for better stretch. Microfibre felt with Rayon absorbs moisture more quickly and dries more quickly. Stop by the Pro Shop and ask for the Wilson Micro Dry Plus Grip!



    Welcome to the Schwartz

    Tennis Center Website!

    We have worked very hard to make this Website useful for you. Here are a few things to check out:

    • Click on the "ADULT TENNIS" button at the left of this page.
      The "ADULT LEAGUES" button tells about Adult Leagues: Men's Singles League, Men's Quad Play Doubles, 7.5 Women's Combo League, and USTA Women's Tri-Level League.
      The "ADULT PROGRAMS" button tells about Adult Programs: Women's USTA Practice, Beginning Tennis Clinics, and Intermediate Tennis Clinics.
      The "WEEKLY SIGN-UP CLINICS" button lists the Weekly Sign-Up Clinics.

    • Click on the "JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM DIRECTED BY TIM MADDEN" button at the left of this page.
      The "JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS" button tells all about the exciting Junior Tennis Program and even has a registration form.
      The "LEARN ABOUT TIM MADDEN" button contains a biography of our Director of Junior Tennis.
      The "FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)" button answers such questions as "What tennis clinic do I register my child in ?", "What should my child bring to the tennis clinic ?" and "How often should my child play tennis?".
      The "MATCH PLAY FOR JUNIOR CLINIC PARTICIPANTS" button shows the dates and times of upcoming junior matches.
      The "OUTSTANDING PERFORMERS" button lists some juniors who have state, midwest, and national rankings.
      The "USTA JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS" is an information and registration form for summer USTA Junior Team Tennis.
      The "CAMPS" button gives complete information about Black & Gold Tennis Camps at the Schwartz Tennis Center,
    • Click on the "HOURS" button at the top of this page. We have calendars for each month showing exactly when the facility is open.
    • Click on the "RATES AND RESERVATIONS" button at the left of this page. This gives you all the latest information about facility hours, court fees, and permanent court reservations.
    • Click on the "TOURNAMENTS" button at the left of this page. This tells you about all tournaments currently scheduled for the facility. You can follow links to the USTA to register for the USTA tournaments.
    • Click on the "PRO SHOP" button at the left of this page for information about racquet restringing, balls, dampeners, and grips now available at our tennis facility.

    Let us know what you think of the new Website and tell us about any additions or modifications that you would like to see.

    Joe Braden
    Tennis Facility Manager
    765-496-9511
    jmbraden@purdue.edu

    Lisa Braden
    Operations Assistant
    765-494-5236
    lmbraden@purdue.edu



    Dennis J. and Mary Lou Schwartz

    Tennis Center

    The Dennis J. and Mary Lou Schwartz Tennis Center opened its doors to the community for play on Saturday, December 30, 2006. The facility is also home to the Boilermaker varsity tennis teams. The teams practice and host competitions throughout the year.

    The center, which was completed in December 2006, is Purdue University’s first indoor tennis center. Named for the lead donors, Dennis J. and Mary Lou Schwartz, the facility provides the Purdue and Tippecanoe County communities with state-of-the-art, modern tennis courts in an upscale setting.

    The six indoor and six outdoor courts are available to the public. The 60,000-square-foot facility includes locker rooms for the teams, offices for administrative staff and coaches, an athletic training room, and seating areas for fans on the mezzanine above the courts. A pro shop, located in the lobby, is staffed with knowledgeable people ready to help you with your tennis needs.

    Technology at the Schwartz Tennis Center includes 12 Plexipave cushioned courts. The layered system is designed to give better support to the athlete's legs during play. Daktronic electronic scoreboards are on each of the indoor and outdoor courts. The six indoor individual scoreboards feed into a large master scoreboard on the west end of the facility, which displays individual and team scoring. The scoreboards are operated from courtside via wireless remote. The tennis center also uses Dartfish Video Analysis technology to assist in player development. A state-of-the-art sound system with Klipsch speakers helps create an energetic atmosphere for the team events.

    We hope you will make the Schwartz Tennis Center your favorite place to play tennis. We also invite you to come to the tennis center to cheer on the Boilermaker teams. Admission is free to the varsity matches.