Natalie practiced early today. In order free up her schedule to visit local schools with the hopes of inspiring some of our young folks. She really enjoys the community outreach programs that tournaments provide. I enjoy hearing the stories, whether it be a middle schooler trying to get a date. Maybe an elementary school giving her an "old" wooden racket as a memento of her visit. All these cherished memories and stories matter, not only to the ones getting the visit...but just as important to the visitor. It is the journey of tennis that we are on.....both off the court and on the court!
Tomorrow, Natalie will take to the match court again. Playing doubles with Jen Ellie (USA). This is the first time Natalie and Jen will team up. They are tourney ranked 451. The opponents are Angelina Gabeuva (RUS) and Katerine Kramparova (CZE). They are tourney ranked 635. The background.....Natalie has played dubs across the net from both the opponents at different times, not as a team. Both matches were attitude eventful.....wink, wink! Soooo tomorrow will be interesting! Don't know the match time yet, for tomorrow's schedule has not be posted thus far.
Got to go, a tissue is calling my name! Until the lil yellow ball bounces......Love and Blessings....Sherry
