Atkins Tennis Center

[Pages:22]Atkins Tennis Center

University of Illinois 1410 W. St. Mary's Road

Urbana, IL 61801 Phone: (217) 244-8562

Fax: (217) 244-5112

Atkins.

Hours of Operation

The Atkins Tennis Center will operate under the following hours beginning

Monday, September 3, 2018 through Sunday, May 26, 2019:

Monday through Friday

7:00 am - 10:00 pm*

Saturday and Sunday

8:00 am - 8:00 pm*

* or until last indoor court reservation

table of contents

Atkins Rules and Policies ......................................... 2 Facility Overview....................................................3-4 Atkins Staff ..............................................................5 Atkins Pro Shop ........................................................6

Racquet Stringing....................................................................................6 Racquet Demo Service.............................................................................6

Court Time Policies ....................................................7

Outdoor Court Time ................................................................................7 University of Illinois Team Court Time ......................................................7 Random Indoor Court Time .....................................................................8 Permanent Indoor Court Time ................................................................9

Atkins Clinic Policies ................................................10

Clinic Registration..................................................................................11 Atkins Adult Clinics ..........................................................................12-13 Atkins Junior Clinics............................................................................14-16

USTA Jr Competion Information................................18

MidwestYouth Progression Pathway ...................................................18

Private Instruction ...................................................19 Leagues............................ .......................................20

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atkins rules and policies

Court Rules and Facility Policies

Anyone using the Atkins Tennis Center is required to follow the rules listed below: ? Players using both the indoor and outdoor courts must check-in at Atkins' front

desk area on the east end of the facility before entering the courts.

? Proper court shoes with non-marking soles are required. Running shoes will not be allowed on the court. Any Atkins staff member reserves the right to refuse court usage if a player is not wearing appropriate court shoes.

? No food or drink shall be taken on court except water in plastic containers.

? Tennis attire is to be worn while on court. Shirts must be worn at all times.

? Cursing, yelling, racquet throwing, abuse to court surface, walls, or ceiling will not be tolerated.

? It is University of Illinois policy that all lessons must be taught by members of the Atkins Tennis Center teaching staff only.

? Unsupervised children are not allowed in the Atkins Tennis Center. Children who are not playing tennis are not allowed on the courts. Running, yelling, or other behavior that disturbs players will not be tolerated.

? Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the Atkins Tennis Center property.

? The University or Illinois holds no responsibility for injuries or accidents to patrons or for lost or stolen articles.

Atkins Payment Policies

? The Atkins Tennis Center requires that all leagues, lessons, Permanent Court Time, Random Court Time, and Pro Shop items be paid with cash, check, or credit card. Atkins accepts MasterCard, VISA, American Express, and Discover cards.

? A driver's license number or University of Illinois ID number and a phone number must be present on a check used for payment. All checks should be made payable to the University of Illinois.

? Delinquent payments will result in forfeiture of court time.

Please contact the Atkins Tennis Center at (217) 244-8562 with any questions regarding court rules or facility and payment policies. 2

facility overview

Constructed in 1991, the Atkins Tennis Center continues to be recognized as one of the premier tennis facilities in the country on a university campus. The initial project was made possible by a generous contribution from Clint and Susie Atkins and was developed to provide a state of the art training facility for the University of Illinois varsity tennis teams. In addition, the facility was to be made available to the public and allow members of the community the opportunity to learn and play tennis. Once completed, the Atkins Tennis Center featured six indoor courts, eight lighted outdoor courts, public locker and restroom facilities, and a Pro Shop offering tennis equipment and apparel. In 1992, the USTA recognized Atkins as the country's "Most Outstanding Tennis Facility."

In April 2009, the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics unveiled the Khan Outdoor Tennis Complex which is part of the Atkins Tennis Center. This magnificent project was made possible by Shahid and Ann Khan who are great supporters of Illinois Tennis and the Urbana - Champaign community. The expansion increased Atkins' number of outdoor courts to twenty, including twelve championship courts that feature individual scoreboards and spectator seating. In addition to the courts, the project provided a new entrance and Pro Shop area as well as additional restrooms on the east side of the existing tennis center. The Khan Outdoor Tennis Complex is the foremost outdoor facility in the Big Ten Conference and offers world-class amenities to the public. The primary function of the Atkins Tennis Center is to serve as the practice and com-

petition home for the Illinois Fighting Illini women's and men's tennis teams. Since its construction, the women's team has achieved a number of milestones including a program high ranking of 22 in 2004 and a win over top-ranked Duke in 2003. In 2009, Illinois' women's team hosted its first NCAA Regional and came within one point of advancing to the Sweet 16. The Illinois' men's team is a fixture at the top of college tennis. The 2003 team captured the NCAA Team, Singles, and Doubles Titles in what has been called "The Perfect Season." In 2007 the Illini came within one win of their second NCAA Team Championship. In 2010, the Fighting Illini Men took home the Big Ten Tournament Title. Since its opening, numerous collegiate tennis champions have trained and competed at Atkins.

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facility overview

In addition to being the home of Illinois Tennis, the Atkins Tennis Center is open to all members of the Urbana - Champaign community and visitors to the area. Atkins does not charge a membership fee. When the facility is not being used by the varsity teams, tennis players may reserve a court or receive instruction in a private lesson or group clinic. Atkins staff is dedicated to growing the game and offering quality instructional programs and leagues for players of all ages and levels. All information regarding court time at Atkins and the programs offered for the upcoming semester are outlined in this program brochure. If you have any specific questions, please contact Atkins' front desk at (217) 244-8562.

During the summer months, the center is also host to the Fighting Illini Tennis Camps and Nike Tennis Camps. Adults and juniors from around the country travel to central Illinois to learn from Illinois coaches Evan Clark (Nike) and Brad Dancer (F.I.T.) Campers experience a thorough training regimen that covers stroke technique, match strategy, and conditioning and fitness training. Junior campers receive approximately 35 hours of on-court training over five days while adult campers receive 20 hours of instruction over a weekend. For more information on the Fighting Illini Summer Tennis Camps at the Atkins Tennis Center call (217) 244-7278 or visit camps.

In 2013 the University of Illinois and the Atkins Tennis Center hosted the 2013 NCAA Division I Women's and Men's Tennis Championships. It was the first time a Midwest school has hosted the NCAA Tournament since the women's and men's championships were combined in 2005. Atkins also hosts a number of elite junior tournaments and one of the longest running professional tournaments on the USTA Pro Circuit: the JSM Challenger.

Whether you are new to the game and looking to learn, an advanced player looking for competition, or a fan of collegiate sport, Atkins has something to offer everyone. The state of the art facility and expert staff provide a superior experience for players and spectators. The Illinois Tennis family hopes to see you drilling on the court or cheering in the stands at the Atkins Tennis Center soon.

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atkins staff

Kathy Hug-Assistant Director of Athletics,Operations

Kathy Hug became an assistant athletic director at the University of Illinois in August of 2002 after spending five years in event management at the University of Nebraska. Hug began her career at Illinois in event management, and has overseen many NCAA championships. In her tenure at Illinois, she has also been sport administrator for up to six sports, liaison for the band and cheerleaders, and also worked with the Varsity Room. Most recently, she has also worked on renovation project for various athletic facilities.

Brandon Lenfert- Head Pro

Brandon joins the Atkins Tennis Center staff with a variety of tennis coaching and teaching experiences. Brandon earned his B.S. in Physical Education and Sport Management while playing for the Eastern Illinois Panthers. Following his playing career he earned his Masters while coaching at Northern Illinois before moving on to Purdue University where he served as the assistant men's tennis coach. Brandon is certified by the USPTA and USTA Net Generation.

Ross Smith-Assisstant Head Professional

Ross recently joined the Atkins Tennis Center staff with a variety of coaching and teaching experiences. Ross attended and played tennis for Western Illinois University, while earning both his B.S. and M.S. in Sport Management. Ross is PTR and USTA Net Generation certified. Ross was born and raised in Carthage, Illinois, and now resides in Savoy, Illinois.

Cecelia Blue- Office Support Associate

Cecelia joined the Atkins Tennis Center staff with high school varsity tennis experience, where she played doubles throughout her four years. Cecelia earned her B.S. in Marketing from the University of Illinois, Chicago campus, and her M.B.A. concentrating in Accounting and Strategic Management, also from the University of Illinois, Chicago campus. Additionally, Cecelia holds a Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law and a Certificate in Theology and Ministry from Prince-

ton Theological Seminary. She serves children and families through legal clinics

in northern Illinois.

Tommy Slotcavage- Graduate Assistant

Tommy joins the Atkins staff after recently graduating from Penn State University with a Bachelor's Degree. He will continue his education by pursuing a Master's Degree in Sport Management at Illinois. Tommy will assist in all areas of the Atkins Tennis Center including front desk and teaching group and private lessons.

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Atkins Pro Shop

The Atkins Tennis Center Pro Shop is located on the east side of the indoor courts and serves as the facility's main entrance. Its spacious area provides additional room for customers to congregate before and after they play. The Pro Shop's lounge area features comfortable seating and a flat-screen television which offers DirecTV programming, including the Tennis Channel. The Atkins Pro Shop features the latest racquets and accessories from Wilson. In addition, the Pro Shop carries the latest Illinois tennis appareal and accessories. Illinois Tennis fans can purchase exclusive Nike merchandise with Illinois logos which are not available anywhere else. Visit Atkins to see the latest equipment and apparel. Call (217) 244-8562 for more information or to inquire about a specific item.

Racquet Stringing

The Atkins Tennis Center Pro Shop offers stringing services for tennis racquets. Choose from a wide selection of strings manufactured by Wilson and Luxilon. Prices for strings range from $20 to $40, including labor. If you bring your own string, the cost of stringing labor is $14 per racquet.

Racquet Demo Service

Players interested in purchasing a new racquet may take advantage of Atkins' racquet demo service. This allows players to play with racquets and compare different frames. Atkins carries a vast array of demo racquets from Wilson. Demo racquets may be rented at a cost of $3 per racquet, per day. Up to $15 can be deducted from the cost of a new racquet purchased at Atkins by presenting demo receipts. A driver's license, state ID card, or credit card is needed to secure a demo racquet. Credit card informaiton must be left to take a racquet out of the Atkins Tennis Center.

Towel Service

Atkins' patrons may take advantage of a free towel service. Towels are available at Atkins' front desk. When finished, please leave the towel in one of the bins in the locker rooms or return it to the front desk. To guarantee you will have a towel, please bring your own. There are times, especially weekends, when Atkins' front desk runs out of freshly laundered towels. Thank you for your cooperation.

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