Wednesday, March 31, 2010
NSTA womens comp
Im so MAD!!! I have lost 3 matches in a row!! Whats wrong with me??? I lost 3-6 to J , whom I have beaten in the past...Maybe Im just so damn tired, even took a night off at Auburn, coz I was feeling burn out...My match with Ryan should have been better in my favour coz I was leading 3-0, then lost 3-6..THIS IS MY WAKE UP CALL..I know Im a great player back in 2006-2007..winning loads of matches both men's and women;s
Cant wait for the Easter Break , maybe thats what I need, couldn't focus whne ur tired.Lookinng forward to playing next week, Me and B won our doubles 6-4/ 6-3..Were still 2nd in the ladder
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Tennis Sydney - Men's Comp
Its the time of the month..yes, That "time of the month"! I had the worst case of stomach cramps, feel sooo tired and irritated and yet I still battled against the men! After 20 years of hormone therapy..I do get those symptoms, hell, I can even breasts fed babies!
Its funny sometimes when I compete against females, they may think that I on an ADVANTAGE, with their assumptions..but after 20 years of hormones ( the direct opposite of Anabolic Steroids) some females dont SEE that Im SEVERELY 'handicapped" coz i do loose my strength ..it takes massive intense workout just to get on "even-par" with everybody else..And no one can argue with my Endocrinology Results...
Back to the men's comp, I played against a highly regarded player..I was up 3-0...then my focus went just like Victoria Azarenka's match against Serena in the Australian open 2010, leading 6-4, 4-1.. I was slaughtered in my next singles 1-6..oh that "cramp"
On a good note, I have applied my Tennis Official knowledge and was happy to discuss Code Violations ( P got a warning for racket abuse) and i also let him know that you cannot stop play and replay point if you thought that someone called out...I had to reiterate that the ball must be kept in play or he looses the point..oh I love applying the general principles we have learnt!
Its funny sometimes when I compete against females, they may think that I on an ADVANTAGE, with their assumptions..but after 20 years of hormones ( the direct opposite of Anabolic Steroids) some females dont SEE that Im SEVERELY 'handicapped" coz i do loose my strength ..it takes massive intense workout just to get on "even-par" with everybody else..And no one can argue with my Endocrinology Results...
Back to the men's comp, I played against a highly regarded player..I was up 3-0...then my focus went just like Victoria Azarenka's match against Serena in the Australian open 2010, leading 6-4, 4-1.. I was slaughtered in my next singles 1-6..oh that "cramp"
On a good note, I have applied my Tennis Official knowledge and was happy to discuss Code Violations ( P got a warning for racket abuse) and i also let him know that you cannot stop play and replay point if you thought that someone called out...I had to reiterate that the ball must be kept in play or he looses the point..oh I love applying the general principles we have learnt!
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Wednesday, 24th March 2010
I didn't compete at NSTA tonight...Sure, I would have loved to play but I had to sacrifice tonight to do a course as a Level C Chair Umpire.
I found the course a little daunting but I know, being a tennis official is a path for me..It was originally recommended to me by a tennis offical , Dave ( lovely guy )during the World Masters Games last year....
I was walking towards the study room when I came across 3 wheel chair tennis players having a warm-up...I was intrigued and fascinated! I kinnda share something with these guys..-that being born "different" didnt stop me from loving life, from loving tennis...I wish I could work with these guys some day...
I stopped by and chatted with them, they were sooooooooo COOL...their ground stroke techniques were awesome..I was inspired!
After the course, I called Fran (who filled in for me) for tonights match...I was happy that she played well with Bev...They rocked it!!!Im so glad that Fran had a GREAT time...she's a special woman, someone who has intorduced me to Tennis Seniors and Volunteering at Medibank International...I wanted Fran to have a good night, Im glad she did!
Tonight is pretty special..I feel GREAT!
I found the course a little daunting but I know, being a tennis official is a path for me..It was originally recommended to me by a tennis offical , Dave ( lovely guy )during the World Masters Games last year....
I was walking towards the study room when I came across 3 wheel chair tennis players having a warm-up...I was intrigued and fascinated! I kinnda share something with these guys..-that being born "different" didnt stop me from loving life, from loving tennis...I wish I could work with these guys some day...
I stopped by and chatted with them, they were sooooooooo COOL...their ground stroke techniques were awesome..I was inspired!
After the course, I called Fran (who filled in for me) for tonights match...I was happy that she played well with Bev...They rocked it!!!Im so glad that Fran had a GREAT time...she's a special woman, someone who has intorduced me to Tennis Seniors and Volunteering at Medibank International...I wanted Fran to have a good night, Im glad she did!
Tonight is pretty special..I feel GREAT!
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Sydney Star Observer Article
Star Sport Star
- Category:
- News
- Author:
- Scott Abrahams
- Posted:
- Tuesday, 23 March 2010
What gay and lesbian sporting clubs are you a member of?
I’m with Tennis Sydney, been a member for a few years, having been the club’s secretary and also team captain.
When did you get involved?
I got involved with Tennis Sydney for its GLBTI structure and also to better my tennis. I am also a member of four ‘straight’ tennis clubs to further educate the masses with regards to GLBTI sports.
Who would you consider a mentor or role models in sport? Why?
Brad Cross (Tennis NSW) and his colleague had been supportive during my time at Masters Games.
Your greatest sporting moment? Why?
Competing at the Masters Games as an out pre-op transgender. It was history in the making.
What music do you listen to while training? What motivates you to keep going?
My iPod contains anything from Beethoven to Eminem to Tom Jones to Metallica. Being part of a club, team, sports is a great motivator.
How old were you when you began playing sport?
I stared playing after watching Martina Navratilova on TV when I was 14.
Who is your biggest sports fan? How do they show their support for you?
My family. I think they are impressed that my gender is no barrier to anything.
What is your most embarrassing sports moment?
My tennis skirt ripped at the front during one of my matches. I will never wear a polyester denim skirt on a tennis court ever again!
What would you do without your sport?
I’ve done with partying and relationships, so amen to sports.
Your best sports night out?
Opening ceremony of the World Master Games. Everyone was so nice.
How would you get readers interested in your sport?
Tennis can be really daunting, but if an out transgender can play all over Sydney, anyone can.
What is the best thing about your club?
The diversity of people, age group, gender and skill. Where else can you see gay, lesbian and transgender all competing for that coveted trophy? That’s Tennis Sydney for you.
Monday, March 22, 2010
AUBUN TENNIS WOMEN'S COMP
Tonight was great having won the overall matches with my partner V....During our practise hit-out , she advviced me to play my game and step into the ball with my forhand...Geat advice!
V won her singles rubber against J, 6-4..V was on fire and going for her shots!
Our first doubles was a disaster , losing 0-6, i felt shit and nervous...
Then came my singles against J...I was up 5-2, but somehow..I got too comfortable and relaxed..loosing intensity and focus..I seem to have this problem stilll, need work on it. My approach shot SHOULD ALWAYS BE DIRECTED TO THE BACKAND. my approaches were tentative and docile, just flicking to the middle. not a good idea! J started coming back..got to 5-4 on my serve..she missed a forhand return but I regained concentrtion..eventually winning , 6-4, against a very good player
We won our second doubles 6-3..Great result overall!
V won her singles rubber against J, 6-4..V was on fire and going for her shots!
Our first doubles was a disaster , losing 0-6, i felt shit and nervous...
Then came my singles against J...I was up 5-2, but somehow..I got too comfortable and relaxed..loosing intensity and focus..I seem to have this problem stilll, need work on it. My approach shot SHOULD ALWAYS BE DIRECTED TO THE BACKAND. my approaches were tentative and docile, just flicking to the middle. not a good idea! J started coming back..got to 5-4 on my serve..she missed a forhand return but I regained concentrtion..eventually winning , 6-4, against a very good player
We won our second doubles 6-3..Great result overall!
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Tennis Sydney- Men's Comp
My partner M and I finally won our first Men's Doubles coming from 1-3 down to winning in a tiebreak against K and V.
M won his singles rubber , once again from 2-5 down ( set point ) by winning in another tiebreak.
My men's singles got up to 4 all somehow , I was playing in the zone...then suddenly...focus deserted me, oh well, losing 4-6 to a male wasnt such a bad result :)
I just need to HOLD that focus from start to finish and Id be winning more matches...My backhand and serve was on fire!
M won his singles rubber , once again from 2-5 down ( set point ) by winning in another tiebreak.
My men's singles got up to 4 all somehow , I was playing in the zone...then suddenly...focus deserted me, oh well, losing 4-6 to a male wasnt such a bad result :)
I just need to HOLD that focus from start to finish and Id be winning more matches...My backhand and serve was on fire!
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
NSTA Women's Comp L1
-We won doubles 6-2/ 6-2, My partner B won her singles 6-3, I lost in the tie break ( 7-5)
I was on fire during the doubles, didn't hold back and hitting hard and consistent...that ZONE seemed to have deserted me on singles match..Such a lonely sport
Every stroke, every shot MUST be hit with an effort! I came so close to wnning my singles rubber. Held a set point at 5-4, My opponent , M just hit a beautful drop shot and went down to the haywire.
I learnt that I didnt stick to my game plan was to attack her backhand, eventhough my own weapon ( double handed backhand) went off the boil.
My problematic forhand is finally coming back, Im pleased with that....I HAVE TO REDUCED MY HABIT OF SLICING FORHANDS!
My serve was great ,doube faulitng just twice the entire night.
Tommorow is another comp...Mantra-contentrate/ focus!
Linda Montana
I was on fire during the doubles, didn't hold back and hitting hard and consistent...that ZONE seemed to have deserted me on singles match..Such a lonely sport
Every stroke, every shot MUST be hit with an effort! I came so close to wnning my singles rubber. Held a set point at 5-4, My opponent , M just hit a beautful drop shot and went down to the haywire.
I learnt that I didnt stick to my game plan was to attack her backhand, eventhough my own weapon ( double handed backhand) went off the boil.
My problematic forhand is finally coming back, Im pleased with that....I HAVE TO REDUCED MY HABIT OF SLICING FORHANDS!
My serve was great ,doube faulitng just twice the entire night.
Tommorow is another comp...Mantra-contentrate/ focus!
Linda Montana
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