Breaking News:  Venus Williams, Novak Djokovich, Rafael Nadal, & Martina Navratilova!! Playing at Alto Lakes Outlaw courts today!  Sign up now!!
 
APRIL FOOLS’!!!

While it's unlikely we'll play those mega-stars here, let's practice their mega-tips, courtesy of Tennis magazine. Yes, these tips are so simple they may seem  like an April Fool, but they are spot on.
 
Consider the good ol' backboard. No foolin', Martina believes the backboard is more helpful than a ball machine. "Start off slow, not trying to hit the ball hard. All you're trying for here is control and consistency."
 
Djoko's simple tip:  Don't just keep your eye on the ball--WATCH it hit your racquet." 
 
Venus's tip? "Go plant-based." Because of a Sjogren's Syndrome diagnosis in 2011,  Venus switched to a plant-based diet to save her life. A surprise benefit?  After switching her diet, Venus claimed her fifth Wimbledon title and an Olympic gold medal. No foolin'.
 
No surprise from Rafa Nadal--"Put some 'Vamos' in your game." Keep up your enthusiasm--move your feet, bounce lightly as you receive the serve, focus on the upcoming shot, visualize hitting it
perfectly, follow through and smile whether you win or lose the point, game, or match. 
 
Can't wait to try these tips? Join Alto Lakes Tennis Association (ALTA) right now for singles or
doubles fun play. Dues are just $10/year.  Contact Acting ALTA Prez Elaine Wedgeworth at [email protected] for more information or suggestions. 
 
But wait, there's more!
 
Your ALTA membership also includes The French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open--No Foolin'--right here on our gorgeous Outlaw courts.
 
Start your Grand Slam season on Saturday, June 3, 2023, with ALTA's celebration of the French Open. Champagne corks pop, petit fours tempt, and an ability-grouped mixer promise fun, the French way.
 
Hop the Channel next for our veddy own Wimbledon, Saturday, July 15. Spiff up your crispest tennis whites for ALTA's second Grand Slam event. English-themed refreshments and fun mixer play. Cheerio!
 
Finally, cross The Pond to ol' New York for ALTA's U.S. Open Mixer. Noo Yawk City-themed refreshments and convivial mixer end the summer of ALTA fun.
 
Saturday December 2. Don your craziest jolly holiday sweater for ALTA's Christmas mixer. 

All times TBA; check newsletters or ALTA's web page.  You're guaranteed the most tennis fun you'll ever have--and that's no April Fool!!
Yvonne "EV" Lanelli, ALTA Publicity Director

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