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First Practice Match

I played a 4.0+ as part of a practice match last weekend, lost 6-2/6-0. I have to admit that I had a lot more fun that I thought I would. My forehand wasn't bad or good, my backhand was nearly non-existent, but my serves, volley and touch were... just superb!

I think my 1st serves were nearly 50% and I was accurate to the point, wide or to the T. I had 4 aces, two in one game during first set, and returns were definitely not great during those serves. I also had 7 or 8 double faults, but I wasn't worried about those at all. Overall I was really pleased with my game, and now have a better idea on what to work on.

First tournament is this coming weekend. I am not expecting to win any matches, but I sure will be having fun in the 3.5 Men's Single division.

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