Author: Justin W. Arndt
A media and communications professional, and also the proud Coach of the Belgrade Panthers tennis team.
Senior night parade May 21, 7:30pm
We are putting together a few things to honor the our spring senior athletes including a parade-of-sorts on Thursday, May 21 starting at 7:30pm. We will be creating a video and will need input from players, captains, coaches and parents. This is all still coming together, but for now here's what I need from you: … Continue reading Senior night parade May 21, 7:30pm
An abrupt end to the 2020 tennis season
I have been dreading writing this. However, the longer I avoid it does not make it any less true: we will not be having a tennis season this year. We can thank something smaller than a blood cell. COVID-19 has has wrecked havoc across the word, killed thousands, put thousands more out of work, and … Continue reading An abrupt end to the 2020 tennis season
Courts are open again, but continue distancing
Hi everyone. I sincerely hope you are all OK. This has been a trying time for sure, especially with no tennis courts to play on. I am happy to report that the Belgrade courts are now open again! However, please observe the USTA COVID-19 safety guidelines. Check them out. I will highlight a few items … Continue reading Courts are open again, but continue distancing
Make a homemade net!
USTA posted some great photos of homemade nets. Set up one of your own and hit some balls to a family member. You can also set up your net against a wall and play against the wall. https://youtu.be/0H0DtuhObPs (Check out the post on USTA.com) When you've set up a net, post a photo of it … Continue reading Make a homemade net!
Mental Toughness ABCs
Hi everyone, Coach Justin here. This has been a tough time for all of us. I hope these at-home practice workout ideas are helpful. I have finally begun gathering them all onto the Players Portal to make it easier to find and post your results, responses and questions. Today we are working on preparation, specifically … Continue reading Mental Toughness ABCs
Federer Wall Challenge
It's time for this special challenge from the maestro himself. Check it out and post your video in the comments section below. Here’s a helpful solo drill. Let’s see what you got! Reply back with a video and I’ll provide some tips. Choose your hat wisely 🎩😉👊 #tennisathome pic.twitter.com/05lliIqh1h— Roger Federer (@rogerfederer) April 7, 2020 … Continue reading Federer Wall Challenge
The Andy Murray 100 volley challenge
Can you and a family member get 100 volleys and get it on video? If so, post your success (or your tries) in the comments below. Watch Andy! A challenge to all tennis players and fans... The 💯 volley challenge. There was no bickering during the filming of the video 🙄, although I think the … Continue reading The Andy Murray 100 volley challenge
Spring tennis season warmup schedule
We are fast approaching the start of the 2020 Panther Tennis season! If you are interested in getting involved this year, here's what you need to know. Open gyms, practices and parents meeting Open gyms are currently taking place Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:30pm - 9:30pm in the Green Line gym. ?Bring a racquet (if … Continue reading Spring tennis season warmup schedule
Remembering Marcia Anderson, for without her, Panther Tennis would still be a dream.
At the end of 2019, we lost an important member of our community. Marcia Anderson will be remembered for many contributions to the Gallatin Valley, and closest to us is, of course, the donation of the tennis courts to Belgrade and the gift to the Belgrade High School to begin its tennis program. Marcia was … Continue reading Remembering Marcia Anderson, for without her, Panther Tennis would still be a dream.
