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That's awesome. Best of luck to him. I didn't see his -- hoosone 09/10/2018 12:05PM Just looking at the ITF acceptance lists for upcoming tournaments ** -- AftonHoo 09/10/2018 5:44PM MS (4-seed/#1076 - Apr 2015) vs. A. Newell (former 4- -- hoosone 09/10/2018 1:09PM Tadas and Igor play for NCSU but aren't partners -- BrevardHoo 09/10/2018 2:54PM Re: Tadas and Igor play for NCSU but aren't partners -- hoosone 09/10/2018 4:28PM Should be a good match as Tadas won two Futures dubs titles -- BrevardHoo 09/10/2018 5:46PM Uh, oh. Looks like JC has another tight one on his -- hoosone 09/10/2018 6:42PM It's amazing that she's being hailed as a champion of womens rights in this -- CharlestonSC 09/10/2018 12:44PM Serena and the umpire were both wrong. End of story. Move on.** -- Blah 09/12/2018 1:32PM Smashing racquets happens all the time in the pros. ** -- 1969hoo 09/10/2018 06:54AM Yes, but did it happen with Laver and other Aussies, Smith, Ashe, et al.? -- Clark2 09/10/2018 10:33AM Agree, x1,000. Sports is a reflection of our society. We -- hoosone 09/10/2018 12:03PM Nice post. Bad influence rears its ugly head every day -- hoosone 09/10/2018 12:11AM UVA Ranked Invitational is back: Sep. 21-23 in Charlottesville ** -- 22903 09/10/2018 10:59AM Shane lost match. TSK won first set; leding in second. -- hoosone 09/09/2018 2:23PM Fwiw: Wake Soph. Botzer and Shane are the SAME age. & yes I know the -- 22903 09/09/2018 12:27PM Was it something I said? I know very little about tennis -- hoosone 09/09/2018 1:05PM No, not all. Just anticipating potential responses. ** -- 22903 09/09/2018 11:34PM Both matches should be good. Shane on Center Court -- hoosone 09/09/2018 12:20PM
Is there another sport that penalizes a player for being coached?... -- Wahooster 09/09/2018 06:35AM Why is no one talking about Serena returning from almost dying in -- AcousticHoo 09/09/2018 7:46PM I am surprised no one is researching how many times that ump has called -- TriplHoo 09/09/2018 5:31PM It would be best for Serena and women's tennis to let it fizzle out. -- AcousticHoo 09/09/2018 7:51PM It is pretty unique to tennis. -- Norfolk Hoo 09/09/2018 10:52AM The thing that's being overlooked is a first player conduct warning is just -- CharlestonSC 09/09/2018 10:47AM A few thoughts... -- darkstar 09/10/2018 2:03PM Serena's coach also said he does it all the time ... so it's pretty -- CharlestonSC 09/10/2018 2:11PM Your last para says it all. Some people just can't handle -- hoosone 09/09/2018 12:54PM I can’t believe the media isn’t calling her out. -- Norfolk Hoo 09/09/2018 11:26AM In today's age, no one wants to take that on. ** -- TriplHoo 09/09/2018 4:35PM TITS warning: If there's one right-leaning argument I'm sympathetic to -- darkstar 09/10/2018 2:08PM I expect that might be the end of their coaching relationship. She was -- TriplHoo 09/09/2018 4:33PM Here is a very good perspective in Forbes. -- Norfolk Hoo 09/09/2018 2:10PM Thoughtful article. One additional comment... -- Wahooster 09/09/2018 5:14PM I doubt Nike thinks any of that. They will back her 100% ** -- TriplHoo 09/09/2018 4:40PM Perfectly stated - the only thing I might add is at the end of the 2nd -- CharlestonSC 09/09/2018 1:13PM Wonderful post. Says it all. Can't beat honesty -- hoosone 09/09/2018 1:00PM The ump ruined the nationally televised match,whether he was following the -- Hoogle.com 09/09/2018 11:54AM Well I agree the situation sucked. -- Norfolk Hoo 09/09/2018 12:04PM Where does it end? I don't know, but certainly not in the rubber set of the -- Hoogle.com 09/09/2018 12:11PM I find it pathetic to change the rules at crunch time in any sport. -- AcousticHoo 09/09/2018 7:20PM So let it be written into the rules... -- Norfolk Hoo 09/09/2018 1:57PM No, I was pulling for Osaka. I just don't think an umpire should decide the -- Hoogle.com 09/09/2018 2:34PM Your words, not mine... -- WahooFla 09/09/2018 1:42PM It wasn't the rubber set though ... she was getting worked en route to a -- CharlestonSC 09/09/2018 12:33PM Not that which set they were in should matter, but Serena had cooled off... -- Norfolk Hoo 09/09/2018 2:06PM You nailed it. ** -- hoosone 09/09/2018 1:10PM I play USTA recreational leagues. Even at this level, coaching is verboten -- heater 09/09/2018 09:55AM What is the thought behind the rule? Speed of play? ** -- cobrahoo2 09/09/2018 10:28AM It's a long-standing tradition in tennis that my get changed in the near -- heater 09/09/2018 10:57AM I hope it doesn't get changed ... I think it's a part of the sport's -- CharlestonSC 09/09/2018 11:07AM Yep. Players already play a lot like robots nowadays as it is ** -- confuzionrains 09/09/2018 1:54PM I'll also add: this would VASTLY favor players like Serena who could afford -- CharlestonSC 09/09/2018 12:26PM I agree ** -- 22903 09/09/2018 12:12PM And make everyone wear white again, I say! ** -- Hoogle.com 09/09/2018 11:55AM Terrific. Keep it going, Thai. Two Hoos through to the second round. ** -- hoosone 09/08/2018 10:09PM There’s a reason why the PGA Tour doesn’t deal with behavioral problems -- 1994Wahoo 09/08/2018 6:57PM I hope you're not saying the rules should not apply... -- WahooFla 09/08/2018 7:15PM I’m saying a) I take your point, but IMHO, the umpire has to use some -- 1994Wahoo 09/08/2018 7:25PM I think he used pretty considerable restraint. -- Norfolk Hoo 09/09/2018 2:24PM Game penalty for arguing with umpire tied 4-4 in 2nd set US Open -- 1969hoo 09/09/2018 08:19AM Hey '69 haven't seen you in a while. It was Osaka serving at 4-3 in the -- heater 09/09/2018 10:13AM Yeah, I generally agree. -- WahooFla 09/08/2018 8:12PM Not a perfect analogy since PGA officials aren't as actively engaged. -- heater 09/08/2018 7:14PM Congrats to Naomi Osaka for winning her 1st Slam at age 20. All class ** -- confuzionrains 09/08/2018 6:23PM And let's not forget that, pre-drama, Naomi was dominating on the court ** -- heater 09/08/2018 6:33PM Right. I agree that a game for that language was disproportionate, but she -- HooBear 09/08/2018 6:54PM Agree - she seems like a good kid with a big game. The situation was -- heater 09/08/2018 6:30PM Sore loser.Serena but certainly some "fault" for the chair dude. ** -- Tony BroncOak 09/08/2018 11:54PM I thought that Mrs. Williams comments were respectful until... -- Wahooster 09/08/2018 8:34PM I do agree that Serena went a bit too far in demanding an apology -- xxWahooWAxx 09/08/2018 8:38PM It was not started by the chair. -- WahooFla 09/08/2018 8:42PM Except, as the coach said (and all commentators agreed), it happens every -- HooBear 09/08/2018 10:24PM Yup, & even before that it was started by her straight up getting outplayed -- CCSGods25 09/08/2018 8:56PM Re: It was not started by the chair. ** -- WahooFla 09/08/2018 8:43PM Currently in the court of public opinion (I.e.Twitter) Serena is getting -- CAV itee 09/08/2018 7:20PM In this day and age, of course she is ** -- gfhoo 09/08/2018 7:28PM Gotta disagree -- heater 09/08/2018 6:19PM Not only did he admit it, he says he (and others) do it 100% of the time. -- TriplHoo 09/08/2018 9:28PM The 3 minute video on ESPN's home page is not a flattering view of Serena -- CharlestonSC 09/08/2018 6:40PM Was her opponent not a woman as well? Doesnt she deserve respect? -- Mg234 09/08/2018 6:42PM Thank you for that. -- WahooFla 09/08/2018 8:39PM It doesn't make a lot of sense ... she was talking tough with the ump and -- CharlestonSC 09/08/2018 7:22PM Disagree -- A_10star901 09/08/2018 6:38PM It wasn't a one game penalty for the berating, it was a code violation. By -- heater 09/08/2018 7:04PM When you see the video, the coach was clearly coaching her. Whether she -- TriplHoo 09/08/2018 9:41PM It is after 3 warnings and constant berating -- neworleanshoo 09/08/2018 6:49PM Sorry, calling the chair ump a thief is not a point penalty -- A_10star901 09/08/2018 6:57PM Who said that was the last straw? -- WahooFla 09/08/2018 7:21PM It shouldn't be a point penalty, to say nothing of a game -- HooBear 09/08/2018 7:20PM It was the third strike. -- WahooFla 09/08/2018 8:25PM Serena lost all credibility a few years ago when she lost to Clijsters -- gfhoo 09/08/2018 6:29PM That was exactly the incident I was referring to... ** -- heater 09/08/2018 6:31PM Here's an article about the 2009 incident... (link) -- WahooFla 09/08/2018 9:13PM Serena's coach admitted he coached, but said everyone does it -- Clark2 09/08/2018 6:03PM I'm sure someone will dig thru and see how often he enforces it. I'm -- TriplHoo 09/08/2018 9:31PM I feel horrible for Osaka the way the crowd is reacting - glad they're -- CharlestonSC 09/08/2018 5:57PM Not a news flash that New Yorkers are swine -- Clark2 09/08/2018 6:02PM This was different. -- WahooFla 09/08/2018 8:32PM It's totally shameful and totally on serena -- neworleanshoo 09/08/2018 5:59PM Funny how this drama is often associated with Serena losses ** -- gfhoo 09/08/2018 5:53PM Serena should be suspended -- neworleanshoo 09/08/2018 5:50PM Are you f’in kidding me?! -- xxWahooWAxx 09/08/2018 6:00PM Agreed ** -- Jeast 09/08/2018 5:57PM She needs to issue an apology ** -- Mg234 09/08/2018 5:52PM She has perfected Victimology 101. ** -- WahooKnows 09/08/2018 5:58PM Good luck with that one. she will play the martyr & make it a sexism issue ** -- neworleanshoo 09/08/2018 5:54PM Ryan wins 1st set, 7-6. Wahoo! ** -- hoosone 09/08/2018 3:18PM 6-6. Here we go! Ready to rumble! ** -- hoosone 09/08/2018 3:08PM Ryan up, 5-2 in third set. Go Ryan! ** -- hoosone 09/08/2018 4:17PM Ryan wins. Bangoura was Quals 3-seed. Great match, -- hoosone 09/08/2018 4:28PM Will play Lock/Botzer winner. ** -- hoosone 09/08/2018 4:32PM Thanks much. I haven't gotten over Chicago yet and -- hoosone 09/08/2018 2:07PM Bummer. He lost 4-6, 2-6. ** -- hoosone 09/07/2018 3:49PM May have been tough to come back one day after a 3 hr match. Had to -- 22903 09/08/2018 07:03AM Quite a drain, emotionally and physically. I think JC has -- hoosone 09/08/2018 12:36PM Turned out to be a shorter day than you thought - three quick matches -- TopDawg 09/08/2018 09:19AM We were still there from noon until 9PM, thankfully all -- 1969hoo 09/08/2018 10:40AM JC wins a 3 hr+ match 7-6 in the 3rd. Danielle falls 6&2** -- 22903 09/06/2018 5:36PM Terrific, JC. Keep it going. Tough loss, DC. ** -- hoosone 09/06/2018 6:37PM Btw: Sarkissian had beaten #51 Seppi in round 1 ** -- 22903 09/06/2018 5:39PM Impressive Seppi was 1-seed as well in the quals. ** -- hoosone 09/06/2018 8:33PM At least a confidence boost . Keep it up DC ** -- sfb123 09/05/2018 10:02PM Service problems again today. -- WahooFla 09/06/2018 4:39PM He's a great talent and seems to be a very good kid -- BrevardHoo 09/05/2018 3:22PM His work to play closer to the baseline on hard court could be a gamechangr -- hoomonger 09/05/2018 6:28PM Solid sense of humor-'Idon't think Nadal was really sorry to win' (smilin) ** -- Bladed 09/05/2018 5:34PM Correction..... TSK @ 2:05 pm (ET). ** -- hoosone 09/05/2018 12:58PM TSK lost today. JC in R16 singles tomorrow, TBD. ** -- hoosone 09/05/2018 4:55PM Yes, but a higher priority is to get Brad Gilbert off the air ** -- Clark2 09/05/2018 4:10PM I don't care for her analysis -- CUtiger_butUVAtennis 09/05/2018 3:58PM No but watched DP vs. Isner, great big boy tennis where serving is the key -- 1969hoo 09/05/2018 09:18AM Was really hoping for a Thiem win ** -- CUtiger_butUVAtennis 09/05/2018 02:31AM Same here. amazing match. Thiem's backhand swing speed makes my elbow and -- hoomonger 09/05/2018 10:26AM Thiem is fit - looked like he could keep that backhand firing all night ** -- Bladed 09/05/2018 10:59AM Unbelievable match and fifth set ** -- 22903 09/05/2018 02:05AM UVA Athletics has (wisely) been sending free gear wherever Serena goes ** -- WamplerR 09/04/2018 11:32PM Her Hoo husband ** -- DnDHoos 09/04/2018 8:32PM 25 points for a 1st round win... more than winning some futures events ** -- AftonHoo 09/05/2018 07:30AM Nice. Didn't figure that many but will take them. :) ** -- hoosone 09/05/2018 07:33AM
