Hello Tennis Buddies Kids & Parents!

It is a cold Monday evening, however, I still see no rain. We’ll have practice, but dress warm.  If it starts raining, we’ll call practice.  If it is raining before you leave for practice, call me.  More then likely I will be going home to make a fire.  :)   See you there!

I have also posted the Spring Season Match Schedules for you in case you misplaced the schedules that were distributed.

Please remember that ALL Matches will be held during the Spring Season at Cajon High School. If you need directions to Cajon High School, click here.

Again, for future reference, here is my rain policy statement:

WHAT IF IT RAINS?: I bet you are wondering what we do when it rains… The first thing you should do is check this website for an update. I will post on rainy days… so, you can find the answer right here.

If it is raining at MATCH or PRACTICE times, then there will be NO MATCH or PRACTICES. If the rain stops, but the ground is wet, then call your coach. Coaches numbers are posted here. Of course, if the rain stops and the ground is dry, then go to your match or practice.

See you all very soon!
Coach Patrick

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