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Perry Hines 1950-2013

Posted on October 1, 2013 by 10scorinne

Integrity is the first step to true greatness. Men love to praise, but are slow to practice it. To maintain it in high places costs self-denial; in all places it is liable to opposition, but its end is glorious, and the universe … Continue reading →

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Hilton Head Chair Academy Tips by guest blogger Denise Alexander

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Denise Alexander

I just returned from the Academy last week. Hilton Head Island is so beautiful with fun restaurants, ice cream, and a great beach: and an alligator at the hotel in the pond. If you’re thinking of signing up for the … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Reasons Rich Kaufman Will Remember Me From National Chair Academy, Hilton Head S.C.

Posted on May 30, 2013 by 10scorinne

10. All my matches went 3 sets; the longest one was a minute under 3 hours.                        9. My 1st pro match ever was the match he watched upon his arrival—he joined us Saturday due to weather delays in NY. Did … Continue reading →

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Holiday Plans

Posted on November 25, 2012 by 10scorinne

I’m not a good party planner but I heard a quote by Basil King, “Be bold and mighty forces will come to your aid.” So I boldly decided to plan a holiday party for the very deserving, hard-working Officials of the PNW. Mighty forces … Continue reading →

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No Background Checks for this Chair by Tony Anegon

Posted on September 11, 2012 by 10scorinne

I was a tennis player decades before I even considered becoming an official.  In fact, in the 1970s, when I was playing both junior and men’s open events, officials were rarely if ever seen on court.   My first close up … Continue reading →

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My Chair Academy Experience at Hilton Head by Julie Dorr

Posted on July 15, 2012 by 10scorinne

Julie Dorr is the Assignor for NW Washington and loves every aspect of officiating. She certified with the USTA in 2007 and ITA in 2010. When I was asked to talk about my experience three words came to mind, exciting, intimidating … Continue reading →

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2012 Adidas Open

Posted on July 1, 2012 by 10scorinne

I’ve been working a lot this summer including a couple of days roving the 2012 Adidas Open Championships at Irvington Club in Portland. I had Sunday off, but decided to watch some of the chaired matches and my fellow officials, Darryl … Continue reading →

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What Are Those “Lunch and Learns?”

Posted on May 15, 2012 by 10scorinne

The date is set for the May “Lunch and Learn”, previously referred to as an “Official Gathering“,to be held at West Hills Racquet Club, May 22. This session’s host is Yaeko Jacques, a rookie official who felt that the first session … Continue reading →

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February Gathering

Posted on February 22, 2012 by 10scorinne

Today, I loved my job. I say loved because I usually just like my job and save love for more important things like my family and chocolate cake. But today was great. I hosted a group of tennis Officials at … Continue reading →

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Tony Anegon, Our Outstanding Official of the Year!

Posted on October 26, 2011 by 10scorinne

Tony and his wife, MaryKay, have two children, Edward, and Angela. They are a tennis family, with their kids following in Tony’s footsteps as junior players that went on to play in college. Besides being a full-time attorney, Tony also … Continue reading →

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