Throughout October, SPORTIME Pickleball proudly hosted “Pickle in Pink” events in partnership with the Susan G. Komen Foundation, dedicated to raising awareness and funds for breast cancer research. We invited our community to join in support through a variety of events, including Open Plays, Tournaments, MLP Style events, and Up/Downs. With 50% of proceeds donated, we are thrilled to have contributed over $2,800 to this important cause. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make a difference!

To welcome players to the new SPORTIME Randall's Island Pickleball facility, we are offering FREE, on-request, round-trip transportation to and from the Upper East Side for the rest of 2024.  Click here for schedule.

Thank you for an amazing 30 years!

SPORTIME Pickleball is proud to become a Platinum partner of DUPR, the world’s most accurate rating platform for pickleball players. Over 1 Million players use DUPR, providing them with real-time match results and assessments, access to historical match data, and the ability to network with other players within the pickleball community.

SPORTIME will be offering special DUPR-rated Open Play sessions and tournaments at multiple facilities this fall, ensuring that each event will include players of the same level, based upon their DUPR rating.

If you haven’t already set up your free DUPR account, sign up now at https://www.dupr.com/  and be sure to select SPORTIME as your home club to get started! Click here to visit our webpage.
 

Dear SPORTIME Randall's Island Members:

We hope this message finds you well and enjoying the summer. We are writing about an important safety concern regarding the use of emergency exits in the air-structure covering courts 18-24, which remains inflated year round.

While these emergency exits are meant to be used only in the event of an emergency, players have regularly been using them, with some frequency, to exit in non-emergency circumstances. We understand that, due to the final phase of construction at the front of the club, the present detours are an annoyance, but the use of the bubble emergency exits must stop immediately.

Air-structures rely on carefully regulated internal air pressure to maintain their stability and to remain inflated. When an emergency exit door is opened the air pressure decrease and poses potential risks to the air-structure itself and to everyone inside, including the risk of deflation.

Therefore, in the interests of everyone’s safety, please refrain from using emergency exits unless there is a genuine emergency requiring evacuation. If you observe someone attempting to use these exits, please inform a SPORTIME staff member immediately.

Thank you for your cooperation and attention to this important matter. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to let us know.

Best,

Stefanie Krstic
skrstic@sportimeny.com
Co-General Manager,
SPORTIME RI & JMTA

Mark Bowtell
mbowtell@sportimeny.com
Co-General Manager, SPORTIME RI
and Director, JMTA NYC

On Saturday, June 8, 2024, SPORTIME Randall’s Island transformed into a slice of Paris, celebrating the grandeur of the Roland-Garros Grand Slam! Our Junior Red, Orange, and Green Ball players brought their A-game, showcasing their talents in fun, level-appropriate competitions. Participants from SPORTIME and John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) clubs united in this vibrant event, exemplifying teamwork, camaraderie, and a love for tennis. Relive the Roland-Garros spirit right here at SPORTIME Randall’s Island! 

Event Highlights:

• Exciting Matches: Friendly singles, doubles, and King of the Court competitions.
• Cultural Festivities: French-themed cuisine and decorations transported players and spectators to the heart of Paris.
• Travel Experience: A unique opportunity for our youngest athletes to experience the rich culture of a grand slam host country.

This event marked the grand finale of the 2023-24 SPORTIME World Tour, with prior stops in Australia, Beijing, California, and Rome. Stay tuned for the 2024-25 World Tour schedule announcement soon!

For Updates and More Information:  
Visit SPORTIME World Tour for the latest news and upcoming events.

John McEnroe receives French Legion of Honour award from President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday.
By ATP Staff
It was all smiles for John McEnroe on Wednesday evening in Paris, where he was awarded the French Legion of Honour by President Emmanuel Macron.

The American attended the ceremony in the Elysee Palace alongside guests Mats Wilander and Mansour Bahrami. Macron is an avid tennis fan and praised former No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings McEnroe during his speech at the ceremony.

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On Tuesday, May 21, SPORTIME Randall’s Island, JMTA Senior Associate Director, Brian Helm sat down with comedian, producer, actor who is best known as the voice of various characters of the animated sitcom The Simpsons, Hank Azaria. On this exclusive webinar, Azaria discussed how certain aspects of his tennis mechanics directly correlate to his life as an actor, and how Brian helped his backhand! Hank also talked about his experiences attending major tennis tournaments including Wimbledon with the late Matthew Perry, experiencing the U.S. Open with his son Hal and interests in supporting the Johnny Mac Tennis Project. 

Dear 2023/2024 JMTA Parents and Players:

As the indoor season comes to a close, we are writing to confirm the make-up session process and schedule for JMTA players who missed scheduled sessions during the season. Make-up sessions will be offered Monday, May 27th through Friday May 31st, from 4pm - 6pm and from 6pm - 8pm each day.

To attend a make-up session, you must contact our make-up coordinator, Cem Erturk, at certurk@sportimeny.com, in advance, with requested day(s) and time(s), for his approval. Please do not just show up. If you require transportation, please contact SPORTIME Randall’s Island Transportation Director, Adolph Leroy, at aleroy@sportimeny.com. You can also reach both Cem and Adolph by phone at (212) 427-6150.

Please contact Cem with your requests by Sunday, May 26th, so that we can be sure to have sufficient staff on hand and all necessary transportation arrangements in place. 

Thank you for a terrific indoor season and for being part of the JMTA family. We hope to see you at our JMTA summer camps over the summer, continuing to train, but if not, in September 2024!

Sincerely,

Mark Bowtell
Co-General Manager
SPORTIME RI & JMTA
mbowtell@sportimeny.com
212-427-6150

Stefanie Krstic
Co-General Manager
SPORTIME RI & JMTA
skrstic@sportimeny.com
212-427-6150

New York, May 7, 2024: SPORTIME, the home of the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, and the Johnny Mac Tennis Project Present their Annual Scholarship Tryout and Athletic Scouting Combine at SPORTIME Randall's Island, Saturday June 15th. Tryout for Aspiring Tennis Players, Ages 8-16, SPORTIME, JMTA and JMTP will Award Full and Partial Scholarships to Selected Tryout and Combine Participants for the 2024-2025 Season at SPORTIME Randall's Island. 

For the eleventh year, young hopefuls from across the tri-state area will be out in force at SPORTIME Randall's Island, the flagship location of the John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA), on Saturday, June 15th, as JMTA coaches seek to discover untapped tennis and athletic talent. 

The goal of both the tryout and the combine is to find young players who are deserving of full or partial scholarships to attend the SPORTIME and JMTA program starting in fall 2024. 

The event is a joint initiative of SPORTIME, JMTA and the Johnny Mac Tennis Project (JMTP), a 501(c)(3) charity that strives to change young lives through its commitment and efforts to remove racial, economic and social barriers to success through tennis. The organization provides free tennis programs and scholarships to under-resourced young athletes from the NY Metropolitan area, providing a pathway to success through high level coaching and competitive tennis opportunities. The ultimate goal is to lead these young people to college scholarships, careers in the industry and, for a few, professional tennis careers. 

The tryout is open to players ages 8-16, who do not currently participate in SPORTIME/JMTA programs, but who have some tennis experience. The tryout will take place on Saturday, June 15th, from 9:30am-12:00pm, with check-in at 8:30am. The tryout will include tennis and athletic drills, point/match play and athletic/fitness testing. 

The combine is open to athletes ages 6-10, with little or no tennis experience, who currently excel in other sports and/or who demonstrate an above-average athletic skill set, and will take place 1:00pm to 2:00pm, with check in from 12:30pm to 1:00pm. The combine will include athletic drills and testing. 

Participants will be evaluated by a Selection Committee consisting of SPORTIME/JMTA directors, coaches and leaders, including JMTA Executive Director Patrick McEnroe.

“We look forward to our scholarship tryout day each year, as it is an opportunity to meet new talented athletes and their families," said JMTA Executive Director, Patrick McEnroe. “Our mission is to provide access to quality tennis programs for those who may not otherwise have that opportunity. We are excited to welcome young players to the Academy and look forward to another great tryout. I urge anyone interested in learning more to be sure to attend on June 15th.” 

Scholarship winners for both the tryout and combine will be notified at a later date. Means testing is a requirement for JMTP funded scholarships, so winners will be required to submit requisite financial information prior to final awards. 

SPORTIME Randall's Island and JMTP are located at One Randall’s Island, in Randall’s Island Park, Manhattan. For more information, parents of interested players/athletes can email scholarshipnyc@sportimeny.com or visit www.SportimeNY.com/JMTA. 

Proper athletic attire, including footwear, is required. Participants will have access to locker room facilities. Water will be available on court. SPORTIME Randall’s Island features the “Courtside Cafe” with a variety of food, snack and beverage options, and a full-service pro shop, including professional stringing services. Registrants can visit 
www.sportimeny.com/jmtascholarship for online registration or to print and submit via postal mail, online form or fax. 

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About the Johnny Mac Tennis Project 
The Johnny Mac Tennis Project (JMTP) changes young lives through its efforts to remove the racial, economic and social barriers to success through tennis. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by tennis legend John McEnroe, JMTP introduces the sport of tennis as a life-long health, fitness and social activity to thousands of under-resourced New York City area children. For a smaller group of dedicated young athletes, JMTP provides a pathway to success through competitive tennis, leading to college scholarships, careers in the industry, and, for a few, professional tennis careers and, perhaps, Grand Slam titles. Learn more: www.jmtpny.org. 

About the John McEnroe Tennis Academy 
In September 2010, tennis legend John McEnroe and SPORTIME partnered to launch the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, in John’s hometown of New York City, at the then 20-court SPORTIME Randall's Island Tennis Center in Manhattan. SPORTIME Randall's Island, recently expanded to feature 30 courts, is SPORTIME’s flagship location, and the flagship location of the Academy. In September 2012, JMTA expanded to SPORTIME Lake Isle, an 8-court, state-of-the-art, year-round facility in lower Westchester, and to SPORTIME Syosset in central Long Island, an 11-court indoor facility that has long served as SPORTIME’s high performance training center on Long Island. In 2015, JMTA Summer Tennis Training was added in the Hamptons, at SPORTIME Amagansett, SPORTIME’s 34-court, seasonal, outdoor tennis facility in the Town of East Hampton. In 2023, JMTA Long Island was expanded to include SPORTIME Port Washington, adding 13 more courts to the JMTA region. With the satellite locations, the JMTA brand currently covers 5 sites with a total of 96 tennis courts, serving 3,000 plus players annually. Learn more: www.sportimeny.com/.jmta. 

John's passion and belief is that great players can be developed in urban and suburban settings, while still having the opportunity to live at home, pursue their educational goals, and participate in a variety of extracurricular activities. The Academy works to recruit the most talented and the most highly motivated young athletes in the New York Metropolitan area and beyond. Inspired by the vision and presence of Johnny Mac, under the guidance of SPORTIME/JMTA Senior Managing Director, Bennett Schlansky, and executed daily by Executive Director Patrick McEnroe and an international staff of tennis, athletic training and performance directors and coaches, JMTA delivers a complete on and off-court training program, and develops complete players. JMTA includes off-court athletic training, mental toughness, video analytics, educational seminars, college placement assistance and more, designed to assure the best possible outcome for elite junior players, and for other committed players striving to be the best that they can be. JMTA’s youngest students, who train with red and orange balls on 36’ and 60’ courts, participate in cutting-edge Mac Red and Mac Orange programs designed by world-renowned U-10 visionary Mike Barrell, SPORTIME’s Executive Director of Tennis, and executed by SPORTIME/JMTA’s expert U-10 directors and coaches. 

About SPORTIME Clubs 
Since 1994, SPORTIME has been proud to operate the finest tennis and sports facilities in New York State. SPORTIME’s 15 club locations most recently expanded to include the iconic Port Washington Tennis Academy, now SPORTIME Port Washington. SPORTIME currently offers 188 indoor and outdoor tennis courts and 74 pickleball courts, as well as rinks, turf, camps, gyms and more, at sites across Long Island, in NYC, in Westchester and in the NY Capital Region. SPORTIME clubs are state-of-the-art, yet affordable, and feature the best tennis, pickleball, sports and camp facilities and programs, including the John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) and SPORTIME Volleyball Club (VBC). SPORTIME clubs serve individuals of every age and athletic ability, 365 days a year. Learn more: www.sportimeny.com.
 

The Johnny Mac Tennis Project continues its work at SPORTIME Randall’s Island in NYC.

NEW YORK—The Johnny Mac Tennis Project, founded by John McEnroe in 2010, is a nonprofit organization that aims to remove economic, racial and social barriers through tennis and in the New York City area.

“My brother realized fairly quickly that raising money for scholarship would be the best way to support kids who couldn’t afford to pay to come here full time,” Patrick McEnroe told TENNIS.com at SPORTIME Randall's Island. “Then it grew to helping school programs and the community. A lot of the kids who come here to play tennis have never even seen a facility like this, so it’s definitely making a huge impact on their lives.”

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Venus Williams—world champion, Bombas investor, and now sock designer—co-created our new limited edition collection of All-Purpose Socks.

For every pair purchased from this collection, Bombas will donate another pair to organizations using sports to engage under-resourced youth, like Johnny Mac Tennis Project and Play Like a Girl. To further celebrate this collab, Bombas will also donate 20 scholarships through these programs to help more kids play the sports they love. 

Find out more

Happy Holidays from SPORTIME/JMTA!

During our Winter Break, from Sunday, December 24th, 2023 through Saturday, January 6th, 2024:

All JMTA Yellow, Green, Orange and Red Ball group programs, Adult Tennis Kinetics programs, regularly scheduled weekday private tennis lessons, and weekend group and private athletic training sessions will be off.

Regularly scheduled weekend private tennis lessons, and weekday and weekend seasonal court-time will be on.

If you need to cancel your lesson or seasonal court, please contact us at (212) 427 6150.

HOLIDAY HOURS:

Sunday, December 24, 2023: 6:00 am - 4:00 pm 
Monday, December 25, 2023:  8:00 am - 4:00 pm 
Sunday, December 31, 2023:  6:00 am - 4:00 pm 
Monday, January 1, 2024:  8:00 am - 4:00 pm

THERE ARE STILL LOTS OF GREAT TENNIS AND TRAINING CAMP OPTIONS FOR EVERYONE DURING THE WINTER BREAK!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Friday, October 13, 2023
www.nyc.gov/parks

NYC PARKS & SPORTIME UNVEIL UPGRADES AT POOR RICHARD’S PLAYGROUND
Reconstruction project added new kids’ instructional tennis courts, refurbished basketball courts and play area

NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue and Sportime were joined by Community Board 11, local schoolchildren, and community members today to unveil the newly revamped Poor Richard’s Playground in East Harlem.

A reconstruction project of more than $1.4 million, funded by Sportime, created five new “red ball” kid-sized tennis courts, which will be used to introduce young children to the sport. It also included full asphalt replacement of the playground’s multipurpose play areas and repainting of the site’s basketball courts, as well as replacement of backboards and nets. New fencing, benches, and a water fountain were also added.

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This fantastic event was such a great way to celebrate the opening of our 12 brand new, climate-controlled, indoor pickleball courts, making SPORTIME Randall's Island the largest indoor pickleball facility in New York City. The spirit of competition, sportsmanship and camaraderie was incredible and we look forward to hosting this amazing annual event again in 2024!

Winner's List

Mens Doubles 4.0+ : $1010 Prize Money Event

1st place

• Dean Papakonstantis
• Nick Stone

2nd place

• Eric Landau
• Xiao Han

3rd place

• James Lin
• James Peng

Mens Doubles: 3.0 To 3.5

1st place

• Dennis DaCosta
• Rex Herzberg

2nd place

• nicholas asaro
• Richard Asaro

3rd place

• Brian Suazo
• Jan Lei Saret

Mens Doubles: 3.5 To 4.0

1st Place

• Schuyler Yost
• Ben Rudnitsky

2nd place

• Matthew Kramer
• Logan Kramer

3rd place

• Rostislav Rar
• Uladzimir Ryzhko

Mens Doubles: 4.0

1st place

• Jason Seidenberg
• Jordan Engel

2nd place

• Marco DiAddezio
• Thomas Hoyt

3rd place

• Kevin Schwenzfeier
• Adam Schwenzfeier

Mixed Doubles 4.0+ : $1010 Prize Money Event

1st place

• Laura Zhang
• Len Yang

2nd place

• Noelle Ramirez
• Eric Landau

3rd place

• Lindsey Thoeng
• Taylor Stockton

Mixed Doubles: 3.0 To 3.5

1st place

• Susan Choo
• John Immello

2nd place

• Sarah Madriaga
• Brian Suazo

3rd place

• Kaitlyn Caicedo
• Rains Jordan

Mixed Doubles: 3.5 To 4.0

1st place

• Alexa Hurtado
• Derek Schear

2nd place

• Olenka Olesnycky
• Phuc Nguyen

3rd place

• Kathya Preciado
• Dustin Soliven

Womens Doubles 4.0+ : $1010 Prize Money Event

1st place

• Stephanie Bramer
• Jessica Hendry

2nd place

• Van Soawesome Nguyen
• Lindsey Thoeng

3rd place

• Noelle Ramirez
• Kathryn Taylor

Womens Doubles: 3.0 To 3.5

1st place

• Jennifer Walsh
• Rose Gardner

2nd place

• marie Devica caliboso
• Sarah Madriaga

3rd place

• Linda Vonderlieth
• Dawn Angermaier

Womens Doubles: 3.5 To 4.0

1st place

• Yael Yonah
• Danielle Goldwert

2nd place

• Helen Bernstein
• Karyn Pek

3rd place

• Elisabeth Alter
• Liliana Sholly

Head into the new season with the right gear. From October 9th - October 9th, visit a SPORTIME Pro Shop near you and save 40% on all tennis bags while supplies last.  Hurry!

On August 26th, the 9th Annual JMTP Tennis Pro Am Tournament took center stage at SPORTIME Amagansett. With doors opening at 1:00pm, the event buzzed with excitement for a day of tennis excellence for a great cause, the Johnny Mac Tennis Project.

The tournament featured a star-studded lineup of 128 pro and amateur players, including tennis legends John and Patrick McEnroe, Jim Courier, James Blake, Rennae Stubbs, Andrea Petkovic, Mats Wilander, and Christina McHale. The courts came alive with intense matches that showcased the blend of skill and passion that defines tennis.

The tournament's structure consisted of 8 flights: the Legends Flight showcased tennis icons, while the Non-advancing Flight allowed players to participate without the pressure of advancement. The 6 Regular Flights delivered intense doubles play, with 12-minute rounds and a unique scoring system that ensured fairness and excitement.

But the event wasn't just about competition; it was a celebration of tennis camaraderie. Spectators relished in thrilling matches while enjoying delectable food and refreshing drinks. 
The JMTP Pro Am After Party extended the festivities, featuring an open bar, hors d'oeuvres, and music by DJ David Katz. The night also included a meaningful live auction, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Johnny Mac Tennis Project.

In a nutshell, the 2023 JMTP Tennis Pro Am Tournament encapsulated the essence of tennis excellence, camaraderie, and giving back. As the sun set on a day of remarkable sportsmanship and connection, it marked another successful chapter in the event's legacy of providing game changing tennis opportunities for inner city kids and communities and promoting aspiring tennis players.

For more information or to get involved with the Johnny Mac Tennis Project, visit www.jmtpny.org.
 

For Immediate Release - New York, August 23, 2023: SPORTIME Randall’s Island, New York City’s  premiere tennis facility, is adding 12 indoor pickleball courts this fall and to kick off this exciting effort, in partnership with NYC Pickleball, set to host the largest indoor pickleball tournament in New York for the 1010 WINS Inaugural Pickleball Tournament.

New York’s leader for news and information, 1010 WINS is set to hold their inaugural Pickleball Tournament, in partnership with SPORTIME and NYC Pickleball, at SPORTIME Randall’s Island brand new indoor pickleball courts September 30, 2023. This event, in partnership with SPORTIME and NYC Pickleball, will be one of the biggest indoor pickleball events in Manhattan this year.

Cash prizes of $1010 will be awarded to the top players in each division of competition, including men’s doubles, mixed doubles, and women’s doubles. 90-minute pre-tournament clinic for beginner and advanced beginner levels.

Raffles, Giveaways, Sponsor Booths and more:
CasaMigos Tequila, The Good Feet Store, NYC Pain, LifeVac, E-Boost Energy, Amazon Hub, NY Institute of Technology, Rothman Orthopedics

Details
What:  1010 WINS Pickleball Tournament 
When:   Saturday, September 30th
Where:  SPORTIME Randall’s Island, NYC - SportimeNY.com/NYC
Registration Opens: Wednesday, August 23rd
Registration closes:  September 26rd
More Info:  www.1010WINS.com/pickleball
For tournament entry fees, schedules and more:  https://pickleballbrackets.com/ptd.aspx?eid=653AED75-DE49-4BA1-9DE0-3BBA2B772DE5 

SPORTIME Randall’s Island is located at 1 Randall’s Island, NY. For more information, visit  www.SportimeNY.com/Manhattan or to communicate with a member of our Pickleball team, email  pickleballnyc@sportimeny.com.  

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About SPORTIME Pickleball 
As New York State’s leader for tennis and racket sports, SPORTIME has been excited to welcome the fastest  growing sport in the Country, pickleball, to our clubs, and to apply our 35 years of experience and expertise in  racket sports and multi-sport programming and coaching, and in club management, to this fast growing market  segment. SPORTIME clubs currently offer 50 pickleball courts at 8 SPORTIME facilities, already making us one  of the largest pickleball providers in New York State. SPORTIME’s newest club, SPORTIME Port Washington, will  feature a renovated 12-court pickleball facility, the largest pickleball center on Long Island. We are planning the  addition of more than 100 additional pickleball courts at new and existing SPORTIME locations in the next two to  three years, including the 12 courts in NYC at SPORTIME Randall’s Island.  

About SPORTIME Clubs 
Since 1994, SPORTIME has been proud to operate the finest tennis and sports facilities in New York State.  SPORTIME’s 15 club locations, most recently expanded to include the iconic Port Washington Tennis Academy,  now SPORTIME Port Washington, currently offer 194 indoor and outdoor tennis courts and 50 pickleball courts,  as well as rinks, turf, camps, gyms and more, at sites across Long Island, in NYC, in Westchester and in the NY  Capital Region. SPORTIME clubs are state-of-the-art, yet affordable, and feature the best tennis, sports and  fitness facilities and programs, including the John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) and SPORTIME Volleyball  Club (VBC). SPORTIME clubs serve individuals of every age and athletic ability, 365 days a year. Learn more:  www.sportimeny.com.
 

Taking the Game to New Heights. Evolution Optiks Partners with John McEnroe Tennis Academy to Develop Neuro Fitness Training Wearable - Christ Church, Barbados – August 18, 2023

Evolution Optiks Limited announced today that it had entered into a partnership with the John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA), through its division OcuRay. The primary goal is to apply cutting-edge light field technology to elite training methods to develop a state-of-the-art neuro fitness training wearable that takes tennis training to the next level.

While in the past, top sports training focused mostly on physical fitness, nutrition, and psychology, extensive research has been done recently on the role of vision in sports performance. Over 80% of input in sports is visual, so excellent dynamic vision skills and neuro-visual processing are imperative to being a top athlete. At an average incoming serving speed of 160 km/h (100 mph), a tennis player needs to absorb, process and analyze, at a glance, a maximum amount of information on ball flight, distance to net and lines, position of the opponent, and react to the shot, in a split second. This involves the precise coordination of about 20 different neuro-visual skills such as vergence, depth perception, dynamic visual acuity, contrast sensitivity, eye teaming, peripheral vision, eye-brain-body connection, balance, and visual reaction time, just to name a few. These skills, tuned by activity, can be learned and perfected with practice, and this is where OcuRay’s FalconFramesTM comes into play.

Dr. Anne Reuter, a top neuro-optometrist specializing in neuro-cognitive and athletic vision performance and the official sports vision doctor of JMTA, comments: “As a college student and competitive soccer player, I went through a vision training program, so I know from first-hand experience how much of a difference great vision skills make to a person’s athletic as well as school and work performance. Now that I am coaching people myself to optimize their vision, I appreciate that FalconFrames will unlock a whole new set of possibilities for athletes of all skill levels. It is just the perfect training device.”

FalconFrames is a vision-based wearable born out of years of light field innovation with built-in gaze-tracking that analyzes eye movement and uses a dynamic linear light field array with retina-tracking guide lights to give visual cues on where to look, in real-time. It is an ultralight wearable that is designed to be used while training and to complement the athletes seamlessly, rather than distract them from the game. It interfaces with a smartphone app that allows the user to follow preset training routines with increasingly challenging settings, set goals, track progress, compare performance with others, or train with the guidance of a coach. It can also integrate with existing health and wellness apps.

“We are delighted to partner with such a renowned and experienced sports academy. This is a major new chapter in training for just about any athlete or sport. We have spoken with trainers and pro athletes in tennis, soccer, and racing, and it was always the same story: The physical condition of an athlete can be trained to perfection, but that is simply not enough. The connection between eyes, brain and body is the missing link, and we are developing FalconFrames precisely for that”, says Raul Mihali, President and CEO of Evolution Optiks. “Working with the coaches at JMTA to adapt FalconFrames to the specific requirements of tennis and develop the training routines best suited for the sport is a privilege. It is truly exciting to provide a technology that can bridge the gap between good and great.”

Bennett Schlansky, the Senior Managing Director of JMTA, says: ”The device has enormous potential to enhance the performance of our students. Our goal is always to develop complete players, and to give them an edge, and to this end, the importance of excellent vision skills cannot be stressed enough. We look very much forward to testing and using this piece of high-end technology in our programs.”

The John McEnroe Tennis Academy was founded in September 2010 by tennis legend John McEnroe in partnership with SPORTIME Clubs. JMTA’s flagship location is at SPORTIME Randall’s Island in Manhattan, with additional locations in Syosset, Long Island, in Lake Isle Park, Westchester, and in Amagansett in the Hamptons. A new JMTA site will be launched at SPORTIME Port Washington this fall ath the storied former Port Washington Tennis Academy location, where John and Patrick McEnroe, and many other legends, trained as juniors. This will bring the total number of JMTA tennis courts to 96, serving more than 2,000 players annually. JMTA works to recruit the most talented and highly motivated young athletes in the New York Metropolitan area and beyond, but also caters to other committed players striving to be the best they can be. Their on and off-court training programs include athletic training, mental toughness, video analytics, educational seminars, college placement assistance, and more. In 2020, Forbes named JMTA one of the top tennis academies in the United States. www.sportimeny.com/jmta

Founded in 2014, Evolution Optiks Limited specializes in light field technology and is on track to becoming a leader in digital innovation. The primary categories of interest are vision-adapted and multi-view displays, optometry tools, and light field display solutions. Potential applications of light field technology can be found in consumer solutions, advertising, and media, medicine, automotive, and avionics.

Contact:

Evolution Optiks Limited
www.evolutionoptiks.com
www.ocuray.com
info@evolutionoptiks.com

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Tennis legend Patrick McEnroe held a tennis clinic at Lexington Academy on Thursday August 18, 2023 for inner-city children in order to showcase tennis as not just a sport, but a gateway to life skills and opportunities.

A collaboration between Patrick McEnroe, the Johnny Mac Tennis Project (JMTP), SPORTIME, the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, the Children's Aid Society and Union Settlement, to promote tennis as part of a summer youth initiative.

Key figures such as New York City Councilmember Diana Ayala and the children from the Children's Aid Society of New York also attended the event, and their participation underscored the significance of this initiative for the community.

The overarching objective of the Johnny Mac Tennis Project is to remove the racial, social, and economic barriers that stand in the way of the sport of tennis, especially for the children in NYC's under-resourced communities. The sheer impact of JMTP’s efforts shines through its achievements - since its inception, the project has positively influenced the lives of over 10,000 kids through its community programs.

The commitment to fostering community growth, development, and positive change is evident in this initiative. For those looking to learn more about the Johnny Mac Tennis Project and its invaluable contributions, further details are available at https://www.jmtpny.org/.
 

SPORTIME continued our commitment to the growth of Pickleball by hosting an IPTPA training certification workshop at our tennis and pickleball facility in Port Washington, NY.

20 tennis coaches, many of them international, from 7 different SPORTIME locations, participated in the 9 hour training session, designed to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge to introduce and teach Pickleball to beginner and advanced beginner players. With 50 pickleball courts currently and 17 more on the way by October, we are positioning ourselves to be a true leader in this growing industry.

If you are interested in a career in Pickleball with SPORTIME, please click here for open opportunities.

For Immediate Release - New York, July 26, 2023: The club where legends John McEnroe, Patrick McEnroe, Vitas Gerulaitis, Mary Carillo and Tracy Austin, among others, trained as juniors now part of the SPORTIME Clubs Family of Racket Sport Facilities

SPORTIME, the New York area’s most substantial operator of state-of-the-art racket sports facilities, today announced that a $7 million renovation and modernization of the former Port Washington Tennis Academy, which launched the careers of John McEnroe, his brother Patrick McEnroe, who Co-Directs the John McEnroe Tennis Academy and serves as President of both the Johnny Mac Tennis Project charity and the International tennis Hall of Fame, Vitas Gerulaitis, Tracy Austin and other legends. The facility will now be rebranded SPORTIME Port Washington and will be the Long Island home of The John McEnroe Tennis Academy.

“Our new Port Washington facility has been a part of American tennis history on every level, and a part of the history of the McEnroe family. We are proud to be able to make this restorative investment and to return this iconic facility to elite status,” said SPORTIME CEO Claude Okin. “Bringing the Port Washington facility into the SPORTIME family of clubs, and bringing Johnny Mac back to Port, along with the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, will truly link the past with the future in Port Washington. Our belief is that our investment and expanded commitment on Long Island will be great for local players and families, and for the racket sports business here.”  

“The Port Washington Tennis Academy, now SPORTIME Port Washington, is a special New York place that is part of tennis history, and was a big part of my life and my brothers’ lives when we were training as juniors, " said tennis legend John McEnroe. “I am thrilled to be able to expand my Academy to Port Washington, a full circle moment for me. I look forward to supporting and mentoring a new generation of talented and motivated young players there, and across the tri-state area.”

Upon completion of the facility renovations, currently underway, SPORTIME Port Washington will provide SPORTIME members and guests, and John McEnroe Tennis Academy students, with 7 beautiful soft-surface, Har-Tru tennis courts, 6 new hard-surface tennis courts and 12 new, dedicated, pickleball courts in their own building. These upgrades, along with countless others, and with SPORTIME’s introduction of John McEnroe Tennis Academy programming, will make SPORTIME Port Washington a premier destination for adult and junior tennis and pickleball on Long Island.

Scheduled to be completed by September 2023, SPORTIME’s $7 million dollar + facility improvement project will include the following:

• New or refurbished roofs for all buildings
• New court building interiors with upgraded insulation in all buildings
• New and improved court lighting in all buildings
• Upgraded locker rooms
• New, easily accessible bathroom locations, in addition to the locker rooms, near courts and dining areas
• New HVAC systems serving the entire facility - all court buildings will now be air-conditioned, providing comfortable temperatures and dehumidification year-round
• Conversion of 6 existing Har-Tru courts to 6 new, cushioned, oversized hard courts, so that our future John McEnroe Tennis Academy stars, and adult players, can play, train and compete on both surfaces

The John McEnroe Tennis Academy now has its second Long Island location at SPORTIME Port Washington, 100 Harbor Road, Port Washington, NY.  For more information, visit www.SportimeNY.com/portwashington.

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About the John McEnroe Tennis Academy
In September 2010, tennis legend John McEnroe and SPORTIME partnered to launch the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, in John’s hometown of New York City, at the SPORTIME Randall's Island Tennis Center in Manhattan. SPORTIME Randall's Island is SPORTIME’s flagship location, and the flagship location of the Academy. In September 2012, JMTA expanded to SPORTIME Lake Isle, an 8-court, state-of-the-art, year-round facility in lower Westchester, and to SPORTIME Syosset in central Long Island, an 11-court indoor facility that has long served as SPORTIME’s high performance training center on Long Island. In 2013, JMTA Summer Tennis Training was added in the Hamptons, at SPORTIME Amagansett, SPORTIME’s 34-court, seasonal, outdoor tennis facility in the Town of East Hampton. With the satellite locations, the JMTA brand is currently featured at 4 sites with a total of 77 tennis courts, serving approximately 1,500 players annually and, as of September 2023, will be featured at 5 sites with a total of 96 courts, serving more than 2,000 players annually. Learn more: www.sportimeny.com/jmta.

John's passion and belief is that great players can be developed in urban and suburban settings, while still having the opportunity to live at home, pursue their educational goals, and participate in a variety of extracurricular activities. The Academy works to recruit the most talented and the most highly motivated young athletes in the New York Metropolitan area and beyond. Inspired by the vision and presence of Johnny Mac, under the guidance of JMTA Managing Director, Bennett Schlansky, executed daily by Co-Directors Patrick McEnroe and Lawrence Kleger, and featuring an international staff of tennis, athletic training and performance directors and coaches, JMTA delivers a complete on and off-court training program, and develops complete players. JMTA includes off-court athletic training, mental toughness, video analytics, educational seminars, college placement assistance and more, designed to assure the best possible outcome for elite junior players, and for other committed players striving to be the best that they can be. JMTA’s youngest students, who train with red and orange balls on 36’ and 60’ courts, participate in cutting-edge Mac Red and Mac Orange programs designed by world-renowned U-10 visionary Mike Barrell, now SPORTIME’s Executive Director of Tennis, and executed by SPORTIME/JMTA’s expert U-10 directors and coaches.

About SPORTIME Clubs
Since 1994, SPORTIME has been proud to operate the finest tennis and sports facilities in New York State. SPORTIME’s 15 club locations, most recently expanded to include the iconic Port Washington Tennis Academy, now SPORTIME Port Washington, currently offer 194 indoor and outdoor tennis courts and 62 pickleball courts, as well as rinks, turf, camps, gyms and more, at sites across Long Island, in NYC, in Westchester and in the NY Capital Region. SPORTIME clubs are state-of-the-art, yet affordable, and feature the best tennis, sports and fitness facilities and programs, including the John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) and SPORTIME Volleyball Club (VBC). SPORTIME clubs serve individuals of every age and athletic ability, 365 days a year. Learn more: www.sportimeny.com.

A New York native, Lisa has excelled at a variety of sports, including pickleball, paddleball, tennis, softball and paddle tennis. Lisa is a member of the Paddleball Hall of Fame, but, a few years ago she shifted her focus to playing and teaching pickleball exclusively, and she has achieved great success in prestigious tournaments across the Tri-State area and nationwide. As a Professional Pickleball Registry certified pickleball coach, Lisa enjoys introducing newcomers to the game and helping players of all ages and levels improve and compete. Lisa is a devoted ambassador for the sport, and SPORTIME is excited to have her at the helm of pickleball at its flagship facility in NYC!

SPORTIME Randall’s Island is in the final stages of a facility expansion, which includes the addition of 10 new tennis courts, making the 30-court facility one of the largest in the world. In an effort to respond to the unprecedented growth of pickleball, and to welcome NYC pickleball players, SPORTIME will retrofit five of its bubbled, hard-surface, tennis courts, so that those courts can also provide 12 hybrid pickleball courts, which will be available for pickleball players to enjoy seven days a week.  

“Pickleball is a natural expansion of our racket sports business in NYC and at our clubs across New York State, and we are thrilled to be bringing the first large-scale, indoor, pickleball facility to NYC,” explains SPORTIME CEO & President, Claude Okin. “Our goal is to welcome thousands of NYC’s most committed picklers during the indoor season, so that they can keep playing all year and experience the best-in-class facilities, programs and amenities that SPORTIME has to offer!” Added Okin, “With the unveiling of our $45 million expansion project at Randall’s Island this fall, and the addition of pickleball, SPORTIME hopes to be the go-to destination for racket sports players of all ages and abilities to learn and enjoy our lifetime sports.”  

Pickleball players of all levels will have the opportunity to improve their games, to join social and competitive, level-based group play, to rent courts seasonally or by the hour, and to enjoy a host of special events and tournaments throughout the year. SPORTIME tennis and pickleball members enjoy great benefits, including 7-day advanced court-time reservations, member pricing on lessons and events and access to SPORTIME Pickleball programming.  

Contact Lisa by emailing lscotti@sportimeny.com or calling (212) 427-6150.

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SPORTIME Randall’s Island, the NYC home of the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, is in the final stages of a $45 million expansion that will make the 30-court facility the largest indoor tennis club and training facility in NYC and in the world.   In an effort to accommodate unprecedented demand from millions of NYC pickleball enthusiasts, SPORTIME will retrofit 5 of its bubbled hard-surface tennis courts so that those courts can also provide 12, oversized, hybrid pickleball courts, which will be available for pickleball players to enjoy 7 days a week at designated times.  

Players of all levels will have the opportunity to learn the game of pickleball and to improve their games, to join social and level based group play, to rent courts seasonally or by the hour, and to enjoy a host of special events and tournaments throughout the year. SPORTIME tennis and pickleball members will enjoy great pickleball benefits, including 7-day advanced court-time booking privileges, member pricing on lessons and events and access to SPORTIME pickleball programming.    

SPORTIME Randall’s Island is located at 1 Randall’s Island, in Manhattan.  For more information, visit www.SportimeNY.com/Manhattan. To communicate with a member of our Pickleball team, email pickleballnyc@sportimeny.com.  

By Jared Schwartz
Published July 30, 2023, 7:30 a.m. ET

Randall’s Island is transforming into a beacon for the country’s fastest-growing sport.

Sportime Randall’s Island, one of the top tennis facilities in New York City and the flagship home of the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, is undergoing a dramatic transformation to add 12 indoor pickleball courts, The Post has learned.

McEnroe and his brother, Patrick, are involved in the project, partners with Sportime CEO Claude Okin.

Usually an outdoor sport, pickleball play has resulted in growing noise complaints across the city and limits on the time of year it can be played. The new courts will be the first indoor pickleball facility of its size in New York City.

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The weather did not dampen the 7th season for the acclaimed JMTA College Recruiting Combine hosted at SPORTIME Randall’s Island. The past weekend of June 24th and 25th witnessed a grand display of skill, talent, and potential at the much-anticipated event. For two days, the spotlight shone on the future stars of collegiate tennis.

More than a tennis event, the JMTA College Recruiting Combine is an arena where ambition meets opportunity; a place where players from across the country come to compete, impress, and connect. 

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This Combine could not have been possible without the coaches who took the time out of their busy schedules to evaluate these promising athletes. They offered insightful feedback, their valuable time, and, most importantly, the opportunity for these young talents to prove themselves. We'd like to extend our gratitude to each one of them for their participation and commitment.

As we reflect on the success of the 7th Annual JMTA College Tennis Recruiting Combine, we’d also like to take some time to thank our sponsors that played a significant role in shaping this unforgettable experience.

Our partners, UTR Powered by Oracle, deserve a special mention for providing the digital platform that aided us in managing the event. The detailed player profiles and the comprehensive rating system ensured a fair evaluation of all participants.

A special acknowledgement goes to TennisAnalytics for stepping in with their top-tier live-streaming capabilities. Their exceptional service enabled coaches who couldn't attend in person to witness the talent firsthand, ensuring that no swing, serve, and volley was missed.

We’d also like to extend our thanks to the College Planning Alliance for organizing a financial aid seminar on planning and college aid. It proved incredibly beneficial for both athletes and their parents, providing valuable guidance in navigating the complexities of college expenses.

Gold Coast Vision Performance for conducting comprehensive vision testing for all athletes. Their contribution is greatly appreciated as it helped identify potential vision concerns, emphasizing the importance of eye health in sports.

Our thanks also extends to Nike, Head, Solinco, and Penn for providing the players with top-notch tennis equipment. The premium rackets, balls, and other gear ensured that the athletes had everything they needed to perform at their peak.

Each sponsor contributed to the seamless execution of the Combine, elevating the experience for the players, coaches, parents, and everyone else involved. We are thankful for their support, and look forward to continuing these partnerships for future Combines.

The JMTA College Tennis Recruiting Combine's primary objective has always been to facilitate a space where athletes can showcase their skills in front of college coaches, and this year was no different. We can’t wait to see how these athletes progress and are eager to welcome another set of talented players next year.
 

New York, June 15, 202:  SPORTIME Randall’s Island, New York City’s premiere tennis facility, to add 12 indoor pickleball courts this fall. Pickleball court-time rentals, instructional clinics, social and level-rated open play sessions, tournaments, events and more to be on the menu at SPORTIME for the millions of City residents who have become part of the pickleball craze!

SPORTIME Randall’s Island, the NYC home of the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, is in the final stages of a $45 million expansion that will make the 30-court facility the largest indoor tennis club and training facility in NYC and in the world.   In an effort to accommodate unprecedented demand from millions of NYC pickleball enthusiasts, SPORTIME will retrofit 5 of its bubbled hard-surface tennis courts so that those courts can also provide 12, oversized, hybrid pickleball courts, which will be available for pickleball players to enjoy 7 days a week at designated times.  

Players of all levels will have the opportunity to learn the game of pickleball and to improve their games, to join social and level based group play, to rent courts seasonally or by the hour, and to enjoy a host of special events and tournaments throughout the year. SPORTIME tennis and pickleball members will enjoy great pickleball benefits, including 7-day advanced court-time booking privileges, member pricing on lessons and events and access to SPORTIME pickleball programming.     

SPORTIME Randall’s Island is located at 1 Randall’s Island, in Manhattan.  For more information, visit www.SportimeNY.com/Manhattan. To communicate with a member of our Pickleball team, email pickleballnyc@sportimeny.com.  

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About the John McEnroe Tennis Academy
As New York State’s leader for tennis and racket sports, SPORTIME has been excited to welcome the fastest growing sport in the Country, pickleball, to our clubs, and to apply our 35 years of experience and expertise in racket sports and multi-sport programming and coaching, and in club management, to this fast growing market segment. SPORTIME clubs currently offer 50 pickleball courts at 7 SPORTIME facilities, already making us one of the largest pickleball providers in New York State. SPORTIME’s newest club, SPORTIME Port Washington, will feature a renovated 12-court pickleball facility, the largest pickleball center on Long Island. We are planning the addition of 50-100 additional pickleball courts at new and existing SPORTIME locations in the next two to three years, including 12 courts in NYC at SPORTIME Randall’s Island.

John's passion and belief is that great players can be developed in urban and suburban settings, while still having the opportunity to live at home, pursue their educational goals, and participate in a variety of sports and extracurricular activities. The Academy works to recruit the most talented and the most highly motivated young athletes in the New York Metropolitan area and beyond. Inspired by the vision and presence of Johnny Mac, under the guidance of JMTA Managing Director, Bennett Schlansky, executed daily by Co-Directors Patrick McEnroe and Lawrence Kleger, and featuring an international staff of tennis, athletic training and performance directors and coaches, JMTA delivers a complete on and off-court training program, including mental toughness, sports vision training, video analytics and more, designed to assure the best possible outcome for serious junior players. JMTA’s youngest students, who train with red and orange balls on 36’ and 60’ courts, participate in cutting-edge Mac Red and Mac Orange programs designed by world-renowned U-10 visionary Mike Barrell, now SPORTIME’s Executive Director of Tennis, and executed by SPORTIME/JMTA’s expert U-10 directors and coaches.        

About SPORTIME Clubs
Since 1994, SPORTIME has been proud to operate the finest tennis and sports facilities in New York State. SPORTIME’s 15 club locations, most recently expanded to include the iconic Port Washington Tennis Academy, now SPORTIME Port Washington, currently offer 188 indoor and outdoor tennis courts and over 50 pickleball courts, as well as rinks, turf, camps, gyms and more, at sites across Long Island, in NYC, in Westchester and in the NY Capital Region. SPORTIME clubs are state-of-the-art, yet affordable, and feature the best tennis, sports and fitness facilities and programs, including the John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) and SPORTIME Volleyball Club (VBC). SPORTIME clubs serve individuals of every age and athletic ability, 365 days a year. Learn more: www.sportimeny.com.

For Immediate Release - New York, June 15, 2023: The iconic Port Washington Tennis Academy is now part of the SPORTIME family of clubs. After a $7 million + renovation, currently underway, the new SPORTIME Port Washington will become a John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) location and the largest indoor pickleball club on Long Island.
MAC is Back!

American tennis legend, and New York icon, John McEnroe, who spent many years as a junior training and playing at the Port Washington Tennis Academy, along with his brother Patrick McEnroe, Vitas Gerulaitis, Tracy Austin and other legends, will return to the facility this fall to kickoff the dawn of a new area, as the John McEnroe Tennis Academy launches at the newly renovated SPORTIME Port Washington.

Upon completion of the facility renovations, currently underway, SPORTIME Port Washington will provide SPORTIME members and guests, and JMTA students, with 7 beautiful soft-surface, Har-Tru tennis courts, 6 new hard-surface tennis courts and 12 new, dedicated, pickleball courts in their own building. These upgrades, along with countless others, and with SPORTIME’s introduction of John McEnroe Tennis Academy programming, will make SPORTIME Port Washington a premier destination for adult and junior tennis and pickleball on Long Island.

Scheduled to be completed by September 2023, SPORTIME’s $7 million dollar + facility improvement project will include the following:

• New or refurbished roofs for all buildings
• New court building interiors with upgraded insulation in all three buildings
• New and improved court lighting in all three buildings
• Upgraded locker rooms
• New, easily accessible bathroom locations, in addition to the locker rooms, near courts and dining areas
• New HVAC systems serving the entire facility - all court buildings will now be air-conditioned, providing comfortable temperatures and dehumidification year-round
• Conversion of 6 existing Har-Tru courts to 6 new, cushioned, oversized hard courts, so that our future John McEnroe Tennis Academy stars, and adult players, can play, train and compete on both surfaces   

“The Port Washington Tennis Academy, now Sportime Port Washington, is a special New York place that is part of tennis history, and was a big part of my and my brothers’ lives when we were training as juniors, " said tennis legend John McEnroe. “I am thrilled to be able to bring my Academy to the same location, a full circle moment for me. I look forward to supporting and mentoring a new generation of talented and motivated young players from across the tri-state area.”

JMTA Long Island is located at SPORTIME Port Washington, 100 Harbor Road, Port Washington, NY.  For more information, visit www.SportimeNY.com/portwashington 

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About the John McEnroe Tennis Academy
In September 2010, tennis legend John McEnroe and SPORTIME partnered to launch the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, in John’s hometown of New York City, at the SPORTIME Randall's Island Tennis Center in Manhattan. SPORTIME Randall's Island is SPORTIME’s flagship location, and the flagship location of the Academy. In September 2012, JMTA expanded to SPORTIME Lake Isle, an 8-court, state-of-the-art, year-round facility in lower Westchester, and to SPORTIME Syosset in central Long Island, an 11-court indoor facility that has long served as SPORTIME’s high performance training center on Long Island. In 2013, JMTA Summer Tennis Training was added in the Hamptons, at SPORTIME Amagansett, SPORTIME’s 34-court, seasonal, outdoor tennis facility in the Town of East Hampton. With the satellite locations, the JMTA brand is currently featured at 4 sites with a total of 77 tennis courts, serving approximately 1,500 players annually and, as of September 2023, will be featured at 5 sites with a total of 96 courts, serving more than 2,000 players annually. Learn more: www.sportimeny.com/jmta.

John's passion and belief is that great players can be developed in urban and suburban settings, while still having the opportunity to live at home, pursue their educational goals, and participate in a variety of extracurricular activities. The Academy works to recruit the most talented and the most highly motivated young athletes in the New York Metropolitan area and beyond. Inspired by the vision and presence of Johnny Mac, under the guidance of JMTA Managing Director, Bennett Schlansky, executed daily by Co-Directors Patrick McEnroe and Lawrence Kleger, and featuring an international staff of tennis, athletic training and performance directors and coaches, JMTA delivers a complete on and off-court training program, and develops complete players. JMTA includes off-court athletic training, mental toughness, video analytics, educational seminars, college placement assistance and more, designed to assure the best possible outcome for elite junior players, and for other committed players striving to be the best that they can be. JMTA’s youngest students, who train with red and orange balls on 36’ and 60’ courts, participate in cutting-edge Mac Red and Mac Orange programs designed by world-renowned U-10 visionary Mike Barrell, now SPORTIME’s Executive Director of Tennis, and executed by SPORTIME/JMTA’s expert U-10 directors and coaches.

About SPORTIME Clubs
Since 1994, SPORTIME has been proud to operate the finest tennis and sports facilities in New York State. SPORTIME’s 15 club locations, most recently expanded to include the iconic Port Washington Tennis Academy, now SPORTIME Port Washington, currently offer 188 indoor and outdoor tennis courts and over 50 pickleball courts, as well as rinks, turf, camps, gyms and more, at sites across Long Island, in NYC, in Westchester and in the NY Capital Region. SPORTIME clubs are state-of-the-art, yet affordable, and feature the best tennis, sports and fitness facilities and programs, including the John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) and SPORTIME Volleyball Club (VBC). SPORTIME clubs serve individuals of every age and athletic ability, 365 days a year. Learn more: www.sportimeny.com.

This year's Scholarship Tryouts for the 2023-24 season brought out players across the Island, Connecticut and beyond. While full and partial scholarships were limited, the talent was incredible. The tryouts marked an incredible opportunity for aspiring tennis players to showcase their skills, determination, and passion for the sport.

The JMTP Scholarship Tryouts featured a team of skilled tennis pros and coaches who evaluated the participants' performance. The evaluation process was rigorous, with the coaches meticulously analyzing every aspect of the participants' game - technical proficiency, strategic decision-making, physical fitness, mental resilience, and overall potential.

Throughout the day, unforgettable moments unfolded as the athletes pushed themselves to their limits, but that’s not all. The tryouts were not just about intense competition and evaluation; they also provided moments of camaraderie and sportsmanship. Playing incredible rallies, precise serves, and lightning-fast footwork, the players proved that they were more than capable of stepping onto the tennis stage.

The JMTP Scholarship Tryouts at SPORTIME Syosset was an extraordinary showcase of young talent, determination, and love for tennis. It was a day filled with unforgettable moments, where participants proudly displayed their skills.

With the JMTP Scholarship program, they have the opportunity to embark on an amazing journey, guided by experienced coaches, and propel themselves towards a future of excellence. All winners of this year’s tryouts will be announced at the end of July.

New York, May 9, 2023:  The Johnny Mac Tennis Project and SPORTIME/ John McEnroe Tennis Academy Present their Annual Scholarship Tryout and Athletic Scouting Combine at SPORTIME Randall's Island, Saturday June 17th 
Tryout for Aspiring Tennis Players, Ages 7-16, JMTP and SPORTIME/ JMTA will Award Full and Partial Scholarships to Selected Tryout and Combine Participants for the 2023-2024 Season at SPORTIME Randall's Island.

For the eleventh year, young hopefuls from across the tri-state area will be out in force at SPORTIME Randall's Island, the flagship location of the John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA), on Saturday, June 17th, as JMTA coaches seek to discover untapped tennis and athletic talent.

The goal of both the tryout and the combine is to find young players who are deserving of full or partial scholarships to attend the SPORTIME and JMTA program, starting in Fall 2023.

The event is a joint initiative of the Johnny Mac Tennis Project (JMTP) and SPORTIME/JMTA. JMTP, a 501(c)(3) charity, changes young lives through its commitment and efforts to remove racial, economic and social barriers to success through tennis. The organization provides free tennis programs and scholarships to under-resourced young athletes from the NY Metropolitan area, providing a pathway to success through high level coaching and competitive tennis opportunities. The ultimate goal is to lead these young people to college scholarships, careers in the industry and, for a few, professional tennis careers.

Open only to players ages 7-16, who do not currently participate in SPORTIME/JMTA programs, but who have some tennis experience, the tryout will take place on Saturday, June 17th, from 9:30am-12:00pm, with check-in at 8:30am. Participants will be evaluated by a Selection Committee, consisting of SPORTIME/JMTA directors, coaches and leaders, including JMTA Co-Directors Lawrence Kleger and Patrick McEnroe. The tryout will include tennis and athletic drills, point/match play and athletic/fitness testing.

“We look forward to our scholarship tryout day each year, as it is an opportunity to meet new talented athletes and their families," said JMTA Co-Director Patrick McEnroe. “Our mission is to provide access to quality tennis programs for those who may not otherwise have that opportunity. We are excited to welcome young players to the Academy and look forward to another great tryout. I urge anyone interested in learning more to be sure to attend on June 17th.”

Scholarship winners for both the tryout and combine will be notified at a later date. Means testing is a requirement for JMTP scholarships so winners will be required to submit requisite financial information prior to approval.

SPORTIME Randall's Island and JMTP are located at One Randall’s Island, in Randall’s Island Park, Manhattan. For more information, parents of interested players/athletes can email scholarshipnyc@sportimeny.com or visit www.SportimeNY.com/JMTA.

Proper athletic attire, including footwear, is required. Participants will have access to locker room facilities. Water will be available on court. SPORTIME Randall’s Island features the “Courtside Cafe” with a variety of food, snack and beverage options, and a full-service pro shop, including professional stringing services. Registrants can visit www.sportimeny.com/jmtascholarship for online registration or to print and submit via postal mail, online form or fax.

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About Sportime Clubs
Since 1994, Sportime has been proud to operate the finest tennis and sports facilities in New York State. Sportime locations currently offer over 188 indoor and outdoor tennis courts, as well as rinks, turf, camps, gyms and more, at 15 sites across Long Island, in NYC, in Westchester and in the NY Capital Region. Sportime clubs are state-of-the art, yet affordable, and feature the best tennis, sports and fitness facilities and programs, including the John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) and Sportime Volleyball Club (VBC). Sportime clubs serve individuals of every age and athletic ability, 365 days a year. Learn more: www.sportimeny.com.

About the Johnny Mac Tennis Project
The Johnny Mac Tennis Project (JMTP) changes young lives through its efforts to remove the racial, economic and social barriers to success through tennis. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by tennis legend John McEnroe, JMTP introduces the sport of tennis as a life-long health, fitness and social activity to thousands of under-resourced New York City area children. For a smaller group of dedicated young athletes, JMTP provides a pathway to success through competitive tennis, leading to college scholarships, careers in the industry, and, for a few, professional tennis careers and, perhaps, Grand Slam titles. Learn more: www.jmtpny.org.

About the John McEnroe Tennis Academy
In September 2010, tennis legend John McEnroe and SPORTIME partnered to launch the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, in John’s hometown of New York City, at the SPORTIME Randall's Island Tennis Center in Manhattan. SPORTIME Randall's Island is SPORTIME’s flagship location, and the flagship location of the Academy. In September 2012, JMTA expanded to SPORTIME Lake Isle, an 8-court, state-of-the art, year-round facility in lower Westchester, and to SPORTIME Syosset in central Long Island, an 11-court indoor facility that has long served as SPORTIME’s high performance training center on Long Island. In 2015, JMTA Summer Tennis Training was added in the Hamptons, at SPORTIME Amagansett, SPORTIME’s 34-court, seasonal, outdoor tennis facility in the Town of East Hampton. With the satellite locations, the JMTA brand currently covers 4 sites with a total of 73 tennis courts, serving approximately 1,500 players annually.

John's passion and belief is that great players can be developed in urban settings, while still having the opportunity to live at home, pursue their educational goals, and participate in a variety of sports and extracurricular activities. The Academy works to recruit the most talented and the most highly motivated young athletes in the New York Metropolitan area and beyond. Inspired by the vision and daily presence of Johnny Mac, under the guidance of JMTA Managing Director, Bennett Schlansky, executed daily by Co-Directors Patrick McEnroe and Lawrence Kleger, and featuring an international staff of tennis, athletic training and performance directors and coaches, JMTA delivers a complete on and off-court training program, including mental toughness, sports vision training, video analytics and more, designed to assure the best possible outcome for serious junior players. JMTA’s youngest students, who train with red and orange balls on 36’ and 60’ courts, participate in cutting-edge Mac Red and Mac Orange programs designed by world-renowned U-10 visionary, and SPORTIME’s Global Executive Director of Tennis, Mike Barrell, and executed by SPORTIME/JMTA’s expert U-10 directors and coaches. Learn more: www.SportimeNY.com/JMTA.

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JMTA Scholarship Tryout & Athletic Combine
What: Opportunity for young area tennis players to earn scholarships to Sportime and the John McEnroe Tennis Academy
When: Saturday, June 17, 2023
Tennis Tryout, 9:30am-12:00pm; check-in: 8:30am-9:30am
Athletic Combine, 10:30am-11:30am; check-in: 9:30am-10:30am
Where: SPORTIME, One Randall's Island, New York, 10035 Who: Players ages 7-16 with tennis experience (Tennis Tryout) Children ages 6-10 with little to no tennis experience (Athletic Combine) Info: /www.sportimeny.com/jmtascholarshipmeny.com/jmtascholarship

From My Tennis HQ:

Besides having some of the best coaches in the world, the best tennis academies in the USA are known for having great facilities with several courts and great gyms. In addition, several of them are located in California and Florida, which means that there are usually no rainy days (since it’s usually sunny for the majority of the year).

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