Play more tennis

I just thought I’d better make a note of this momentous achievement. For the first time ever, I beat my dad in a set of singles. Not only did I beat him, but I beat him 6-0. This was made more satisfying by his estimation in May, 2 months ago, that it would take me about 6 years to do it (at which point he would be 57). Admittedly, he played terribly and looked dead on his feet, but if my victories are invalidated by his fatigue every time, then I’ll never truly defeat him.

Anyway, I’ve been to a few club nights at the new club, and already I feel that my consistency is improving. Unfortunately, my serve is not.

I just joined a new club, and it’s pretty small, so maybe I can get in the team with a bit of improvement, but that’s a thought for the future. There’s 3 club nights a week, so I’ve got plenty of opportunity. Just a case of overcoming social anxiety, the fact that I can’t hit a serve in, and the back injury that currently prevents me from moving my left arm.