Recap of New Braunfels.....Natalie made it to the finals of the qualifying draw before falling to Osaka. She and Jen Ellie beat Alda/Turner in the round of sixteen in the dubs draw. In the quarters, they played Sanchez/Gibbs. What great dubs that was, but our team lost 6-7(1), 1-6. Nat and Jen had a great time playing and played well together.
Two days and five states later and I'm in Florida. Not to my final destination of Captiva Island, but here. Still have about four hours to drive today and food shopping upon arrival. Natalie and Jackie flew into Tampa on Friday, drove to Naples for an overnight stay. Woke up on Saturday and Jac's friend drove them to Captiva.
Our gal will play third on after nine today. Her opponent is Mercedes Hammond (USA). Someone that Nat hasn't play before. As far as doubles is concern, Natalie will team up with Whorisky. Nat and Cat were doubles partners at Tennessee. They teamed up at the later part of Nat's freshman year and for her entire sophomore year. Two of Natalie's three doubles All American status' were gained with Cat. A very successful team, they lost in the semis of the NCAA tournament the first year. And, were the finalists of the NCAA tournament Nat's sophomore year. The ITA/USTA named them the National Team of the Year. An honor presented to them at the US Open.
Because I'm so looking forward to the beach....time to complete this blog so that I can get my "toes in the water.....as* in the sand".....until then....Love and Blessings.....from a very road beat Sherry!
