INTERNATIONAL RACQUETBALL TOUR

INTERNATIONAL RACQUETBALL TOUR ISSUE 3 | YEAR 2010

1. New Season, New President, New Logo!2. 2010-11 Season Preview3. HEAD Penn Players Dominate World Racquetball Championships4. Ektelon Re-signs Andy Hawthorne for Two Years5. Mike Boatman Photography6. HEAD Penn Racquet Sports Signs Top Racquetball Professional Rocky Carson7. Kansas City, Here I Come!8. 2010-11 IRT Schedule9. Interview with Cheryl Gudinas - Illinois Racquetball Hall of Fame10. Championship Racquetball Sports Triangle... Tips from the Coach!11. 2010 San Diego Racquet House IRT Pro/Am [Entry Form]12. 2010 Cali Colombia Grand Slam [Entry Form]13. 2010 U.S. Open [Entry Form]

NEW SEASON, NEW PRESIDENT, NEW LOGO!By John ScottMany racquetball fans and professionals recognize Cliff Swain as the best player of all time. He has numerous #1 titles, he is one of only a few repeat players to win the U.S. Open, and now has another honor to add to his amazing resume...he is immortal-ized in the new IRT logo. Towards the end of last season, IRT President Jason Mannino issued a challenge to fans across the globe. The IRT was to hold a contest to submit ideas for a new logo. After a worldwide search, one fan was lucky enough to have his submission chosen: Jason Hentges of Allentown, Pennsylvania. Hentges said he’s honored to have his idea for the logo used as the most recognizable symbol of the sport, "It's awe-some! I tell you it's a real privilege that my idea was picked. It's neat that I can show my friends the logo and say, hey that's me."

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Hentges says that he had a lot of great players to choose from. He tried using the images of Ben Croft, Kane Waslenchuck, and Sudsy Monchik before settling on the Swain image. Hentges, who has been an avid player for over 15 years, wins a one hour lesson with the number one player in the world as well as a VIP pass at the U.S. Open. The tour would like to thank everyone for the hundreds of submissions received during the contest. We look forward to showing off the new logo during the upcoming seasons!

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2010-11 SEASON PREVIEWBy Kathy GeelsThe International Racquetball Tour (IRT) kicks off the 2010-11 season the second weekend in September. This season offers unprecedented opportunities for fan participation and excitement. In addition to already showing the influence of a different lead-ership style under new president and former pro Jason Mannino, the sport will punctuate its expanding global presence by conducting the first ever grand slam outside the continental U.S. The schedule so far has twenty Tier One stops planned, a number quite a bit higher than the average of thirteen. This means increased opportunities for all the pros, as well as increased demands physically and mentally.

In addition to these signs of vital-ity, the rankings themselves are of particular interest due to a few factors that might lend excite-ment to the race for spots four through ten. The top three spots appear somewhat locked, with no indication that Kane Waselen-chuk will give up his foothold on number one, and Jack Huczek and Rocky Carson seemingly entrenched at two and three. However, three factors could offer more opportunity for

upward mobility in spots four through ten than in recent years.

The high number of events, the reintroduction of the two-serve rule, and two vacancies at the top formerly held by Jason Man-nino and Alvaro Beltran for the past five seasons - are all factors that could shake up rankings four through ten. The battle for posi-tion will be especially interesting to watch in the first part of the season as we see who will capi-talize on the openings, and as Beltran's post injury capabilities become more apparent.

Beltran will come into the season ranked number thirty-two after missing the 2009/10 season due to a knee injury. If he regains much of the consistency that has secured his position in the top four since 2005, he has the potential to play the role of spoiler. At thirty-one, Beltran is one of the oldest players on tour. In the only event he played at last season's end in Tijuana, Mexico, Beltran hinted that he is not done, taking out Mitch Williams and Jason Mannino before reaching his typical place in the semi-finals and losing to relative newcomer Ben Croft. Beltran's first loss to Croft put the up-and-comer into his first Tier One finals and bolstered his

season ending rank to six, both career firsts for Croft in his three years on tour.

Beltran and Mannino missing at the top should have little impact on Waselenchuk, Huczek, and Carson. Barring injury, the effect of the increased number of events won't have much effect on these three either, since they all emphasize conditioning a great deal. The serve rule prob-ably won't impact their games against each other, unless Huczek and Carson can identify a thus-far unexploited weakness in Waselenchuk or each other. Huczek maintains an advantage over Carson when comparing careers over the long run, but recently the two have played evenly, neither giving away any long term advantage from game to game or in the overall statis-tics.

2010/11 will be Carson's twelfth

season, but he's only been in the top four for the most recent four years. Huczek's ten year career started two seasons after Carson, but his climb has been more rapid and consistent,

having maintained his ranking in the top four for all but the first of his nine seasons. In spite of the contrast, he and Carson play extremely close, each having narrowly beaten the other for the number one spot during Wase-lenchuk's two year absence in seasons 2006/07 and 2007/08. Huczek finished 2006/07 at number one and Carson took it away from him in 2007/08. The two players both have unrelent-ing fitness standards and tend to rely more on control than Wase-lenchuk, who is so far fairly unapproachable in his physical-ity.

Carson - who has a somewhat dynamic, non-traditional style - has experienced a number of peaks and valleys throughout his career. Number two ranked Huczek is the more consistent of the two and his ranking is once again on an upward trajectory from the first and only dip in his career, when he dropped down to number three in 08/09. In this upcoming season, having

regained the number two rank-ing, he is trading places with Carson for the second time and forcing him down to three again. Although Carson seems well prepared for a few more seasons of peak performance, at thirty-one, along with Beltran, and Crowther, he will be one of the oldest full time players (compared to Huczek's twenty-seven). That being said, aside from Waselenchuk, Carson is currently the most troubling player on tour for Huczek. Their records against each other are nearly split. Although tour new-comer Croft has beaten Carson twice, no other players have so far been able to consistently challenge these top three play-ers. This implies that as long as Carson maintains his advantage over Croft, it's likely the top three positions will remain the same this season.

The question of who will move into the number four ranking is a

less easily answered question, having been occupied for the past five years alternately by Mannino and Beltran. Mannino has stated he will not be playing pro events, and putting aside his determination to rise, Beltran is

starting the season at thirty-two after taking last year off from knee surgery. This leaves Croft (#6), Shane Vanderson (#5), and Chris Crowther (#7) positioned to break into the top four for the first time in their respective careers.

At thirty-one, #7 ranked Chris Crowther may be the least likely, having reached the semis only once so far in his four years in

the top ten. However last season proved to be Crowther's best on tour, with he and Croft emerging as the only two top players previ-ously ranked beneath Beltran to jump up two places in the rank-ings (Crowther from nine to seven, and Croft from eight to six).

Although Crowther is the same age as Carson and Beltran, he has only played in the top ten for the past five years (compared to Carson's eleven, and Beltran's nine). Perhaps a case of talent realized too late in his career, Crowther may not yet have played his best game. Between Ben Croft and Mitch Williams pressuring him for position in the rankings, he will need to have another stellar season to increase his ranking. For Crowther, this upcoming season

will be an indicator of his ability to advance, or at least keep pace in the top eight. He is known to be a crusher, and the service rule change could favor him. So far he has shown that he can main-tain the pace from a conditioning point of view. As far as the other candidates for number four are concerned, Vanderson is currently ranked the highest. However, he has not made it to the finals since 2004, in spite of consistently making the semis several times each

season. His ranking seems to have plateaued at number five for the past four seasons, in spite of some rapid moves as a rookie - launching at first from ten to seven, then to five within his first few seasons. In addition to what-ever problems a returning Beltran poses to his career goals, Vanderson will also expe-rience the increasing pressure of younger threats in Croft and Jose Rojas. When looking at the records of Crowther, Vanderson, and Croft, Croft’s recent break-throughs in the latter rounds and his success against Carson seem to indicate a reasonable chance of moving past Crowther and Vanderson this season.

Generally speaking, after the players have had a chance to get used to it, the latter round outcomes will begin to tell the story of the effect of the two-serve rule. Big servers such as Crowther and Williams would appear to gain from it, but Wase-lenchuk has already been suc-cessfully using the big serve, so it's hard to say how much of an equalizing effect it will have against him.

Huczek and Carson may benefit because they have the control to move the ball around the court, especially on return of serve. The one obvious effect is that it will allow those players that have already been successful with lobs and Z’s to go for broke knowing that they have a second chance. As far as the impact of

fitness, Croft and Carson are in excellent shape and put a lot of pressure on their opponents. Huczek's controlled game style promotes long rallies and he is known to be tireless on court. Vanderson - as one of the best pure shooters - tends to promote shorter rallies, but depending on his off season preparation may struggle with the conditioning demands of so many events. Players like Andy Hawthorne, with his relentless diving, may experience higher levels of physical stress from so many events. Physical readiness could be another cause for some swings in the top ten. As far as fans of the tour are concerned, rankings four through ten could be more exciting than ever in the sport's history.

With a little analysis of player records and knowledge of the point system, the impact of

matches on individual career goals and rankings can be followed on the internet live via the IRT Network (www.IRTNetwork.com).

Looking at time lines that span the short thirty-seven year history of professional racquet-ball, it becomes apparent that each tournament performance

helps to define an entire career. Even though number one will most likely be a lock for Wase-lenchuk, the outcomes of most of the other matches impact especially those careers which have not yet reached maturity, but are working vigorously at establishing themselves in the record books.

Being able to understand the impact of wins and losses and follow the changes in the rank-ings is a new opportunity for rac-quetball fans. As a result of these changes, the sport is beginning to appeal to a greater number of enthusiasts.

2010/11 will be a good year for the IRT and its fans.

The International Racquetball Tour (IRT) kicks off the 2010-11 season the second weekend in September. This season offers unprecedented opportunities for fan participation and excitement. In addition to already showing the influence of a different lead-ership style under new president and former pro Jason Mannino, the sport will punctuate its expanding global presence by conducting the first ever grand slam outside the continental U.S. The schedule so far has twenty Tier One stops planned, a number quite a bit higher than the average of thirteen. This means increased opportunities for all the pros, as well as increased demands physically and mentally.





























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Phoenix, AZ -- August 21, 2010 - Players from HEAD Penn’s p o w e r h o u s e t e a m o f t o p racquetball players helped the United States sweep the Men’s a n d W o m e n ’ s T e a m Competitions at the International Racquetball Federation’s (IRF) 15th World Championships. HEAD Penn’s Jack Huczek, who plays with the YOUTEK Royal Flush and Jackie Paraiso, who plays with the YOUTEK Royal Flush, paced the American team through convincing wins in the team competition. The team victories successfully defended the American titles won at the 2008 World Championships in Ireland.

In his first event since returning to the HEAD Penn family, Rocky Carson, who plays with the YOUTEK Blackjack, also has a major cont r ibu t ion to the American dominance in the team competition. Jack and Rocky won both their respective matches as the United States defeated Canada in the Men’s Team Final. Rocky also captured his second consecutive IRF Men’s Singles World Championship.

Showing the strength of the HEAD Penn team, Carson’s opponent in the Men’s Singles Final was his teammate, Jack Huczek. Rocky won the match in two close games: 15-13, 15-14. With his World Championship wins in Ireland and South Korea, Carson joins an elite list of players who have won multiple

World Championships; a list that includes Huczek.

In the Women ’s Doub les Competition, Paraiso brought home the silver medal.

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HEAD PENN PLAYERS DOMINATE WORLD RACQUETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPSRocky Carson Wins His Second World Singles Championship

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The International Racquetball Tour (IRT) kicks off the 2010-11 season the second weekend in September. This season offers unprecedented opportunities for fan participation and excitement. In addition to already showing the influence of a different lead-ership style under new president and former pro Jason Mannino, the sport will punctuate its expanding global presence by conducting the first ever grand slam outside the continental U.S. The schedule so far has twenty Tier One stops planned, a number quite a bit higher than the average of thirteen. This means increased opportunities for all the pros, as well as increased demands physically and mentally.






























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Phoenix, AZ -- August 21, 2010 - Players from HEAD Penn’s p o w e r h o u s e t e a m o f t o p racquetball players helped the United States sweep the Men’s a n d W o m e n ’ s T e a m Competitions at the International Racquetball Federation’s (IRF) 15th World Championships. HEAD Penn’s Jack Huczek, who plays with the YOUTEK Royal Flush and Jackie Paraiso, who plays with the YOUTEK Royal Flush, paced the American team through convincing wins in the team competition. The team victories successfully defended the American titles won at the 2008 World Championships in Ireland.

In his first event since returning to the HEAD Penn family, Rocky Carson, who plays with the YOUTEK Blackjack, also has a major cont r ibu t ion to the American dominance in the team competition. Jack and Rocky won both their respective matches as the United States defeated Canada in the Men’s Team Final. Rocky also captured his second consecutive IRF Men’s Singles World Championship.

Showing the strength of the HEAD Penn team, Carson’s opponent in the Men’s Singles Final was his teammate, Jack Huczek. Rocky won the match in two close games: 15-13, 15-14. With his World Championship wins in Ireland and South Korea, Carson joins an elite list of players who have won multiple

World Championships; a list that includes Huczek.

In the Women ’s Doub les Competition, Paraiso brought home the silver medal.

ABOUT HEAD: HEAD NV is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of premium branded sports equipment. HEAD NV’s ordinary shares are listed on the V i e n n a S t o c k E x c h a n g e ( H E A D ) . O u r b u s i n e s s i s organized into four divisions: Winter Sports, Racquet Sports, Diving and Licensing. We sell products under the HEAD (tennis, squash, paddle and racquetball racquets, tennis balls, tennis footwear, badminton products, alpine skis, ski bindings and ski boots, protection, snowboards, bindings and boots) , Penn ( tenn is and racquetball balls), Tyrolia (ski bindings), and Mares/Dacor (diving equipment) brands. We hold leading positions in all of our p roduc t marke ts and our products are endorsed by some of the world’s top athletes including Novak Djokovic, Andrew Murray, Robin Soderling, G i l l e s S i m o n , S t a n i s l a s Wawrinka, Richard Gasquet, I v a n L j u b i c i c , S v e t l a n a

Bordentown, NJ – August 18, 2010 - Top Touring racquetball professional Andy Hawthorne has signed a new two year deal to continue playing and using Ektelon’s entire line of products. Andy has been playing with Ektelon his entire career and has risen up the ranks on the men’s

professional tour. He achieved his highest season end ranking of # 9 o n t h e I n t e r n a t i o n a l Racquetball Tour (IRT) and is looking forward to rising up the ranks even higher during the next two years. “I am extremely happy to be able to continue my racquetball career with Ektelon. The support they have given me throughout my career has been something I will never forget.” Andy is a real road warrior as he a n d h i s w i f e Tr a c y p l a y tournaments almost every weekend. He not only plays all IRT Stops but he also supports Ektelon in all facets by setting up an Ektelon display of product at all Tier 1 IRT Events.

Some of Andy’s most memorable accomplishments this past season have been making it to the semi-finals of the 2010 National Singles Tournament. In making it to the semi’s this put Andy back on the US National Team. Another notable win for Andy was winning the Mixed Open Doubles at the 2010 US National Doubles in Phoenix, AZ this past February. A title that he had won two years prior. “Andy is one of the most exciting players to watch in the sport, and fans love watching him dive after every ball. He is a real battler on the court as he goes all out after every point of every match he p lays” says Ekte lon Vice President, Scott Winters.

“I love to play this sport and represent this brand. The way Ektelon takes care of its athletes is incredible and I feel very fortunate to be a part of the team, and I look forward to the new

EKTELON RE-SIGNS ANDY HAWTHORNE FOR TWO YEARS

season to start so I can get out there with my new EXO3 Ignite” said Hawthorne.

About Ektelon Based in Bordentown, New Jersey, Ektelon is a division of Prince Sports, Inc. Ektelon has enjoyed the longest, most successful reign of dominance in the sport of racquetball. Ektelon's heritage includes some of the top players in the sport’s history including former No. 1 players Mike Yellen, Dave Peck, Ruben Gonzalez, Rhonda Rajsich and current world No. 1 Paola Longoria. In addition, Ektelon h a s i n t r o d u c e d m o r e revolutionary technologies and programs to the sport than any o t h e r c o m p a n y. E k t e l o n innovations include oversized racquetba l l racquets , the Racquet Taper System (RTS), Power Ring® racquets and Total R a c q u e t C u s t o m i z a t i o n , VisionGrip and O3 among others. For more information please contact us at 800-283-2635 or log o n t o o u r w e b s i t e a t www.ektelon.com.

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Phoenix, AZ - August 2, 2010 - HEAD Penn Racquet Sports announced today that they have welcomed back Rocky Carson to the HEAD Penn Racquetball team. Carson, who finished the 2009-2010 IRT season at #3, has signed a long term contract to exclusively use equipment from HEAD Penn Racquet Sports. R o c k y C a r s o n j o i n s t h e dominating HEAD Penn Team which will now include 3 of the top 5 ranked players on the IRT Tour.

“I’m very excited to be back with HEAD. Their faith in me as a top ranked player and our shared vision for the future of racquetball solidified my decision to rejoin the HEAD Penn team.” said Carson.Carson’s breakout season occurred in 2007-2008 when he captured seven tournament titles, including the 2007 US OPEN and the 2008 IRT Pro Nationals, and finished the season as the #1 ranked player in the world. Always a fan favorite on tour, Carson is looking to take his game to the next level while also finding ways to help grow the sport he loves.

“I feel HEAD Penn’s products are superior and give me the best chance to be #1. I’m glad to be back home!” said Carson.

Carson started to build one of the most impressive resumes the sport of racquetball has ever seen at the age of 10. Carson won seven consecutive USA Racquetball (USAR) Junior National Singles Championships. His success continued after juniors where he captured five USAR National Adult Singles Championships as well as five U S A R N a t i o n a l D o u b l e s Championships.

A Californian who loves to surf when not on the racquetball court, Carson helped popularize outdoor racquetball with a combined 8 World Outdoor Racquetball (WOR) Singles and Doubles Titles. Rocky Carson is the only racquetball player in history to earn the “racquetball trifecta” by winning the USAR National Singles title, USAR National Doubles title and WOR Outdoor Nationals title in the same season. He has been a member of the USAR National Adult Team for 11 consecutive years. As member of that team, C a r s o n w o n t h e 2 0 0 8 In te rna t i ona l Racque tba l l Federation’s (IRF) World Singles Championship.

“Rocky is not only an incredible player but a true ambassador for the sport of racquetball. His

popular i ty in the sport is unparalleled and we are thrilled to have him back on the HEAD Penn team,” said Ben Simons, HEAD Penn Senior Business Manager of Racquetball & Accessories.

When not traveling the world playing racquetball, Carson lives in Southern California with his wife Jennifer and their children Jasmine and Christian. Carson will begin his trek back to No. 1 in September, as the IRT kicks off its season in Kansas City.

ABOUT HEAD: HEAD NV is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of premium branded sports equipment. HEAD NV’s ordinary shares are listed on the V i e n n a S t o c k E x c h a n g e ( “HEAD”) .Our bus iness is organized into four divisions: Winter Sports, Racquet Sports, Diving and Licensing. We sell products under the HEAD (tennis, squash, paddle and racquetball racquets, tennis balls, tennis footwear, badminton products, alpine skis, ski bindings and ski boots, protection, snowboards, bindings and boots) , Penn ( tenn is and racquetball balls), Tyrolia (ski bindings), and Mares/Dacor (diving equipment) brands. We hold leading positions in all of our p roduc t marke ts and our

products are endorsed by some of the world’s top athletes including Novak Djokovic, Andrew Murray, Robin Soderling, G i l l e s S i m o n , S t a n i s l a s Wawrinka, Richard Gasquet, I v a n L j u b i c i c , S v e t l a n a Kuznetsova, Victoria Azarenka, Alize Cornet, Patty Schnyder, Amelie Mauresmo, Zhou Mi, Karim Darwish, Jack Huczek, Bode Miller, Didier Cuche, Marco Büchel, Patrick Staudacher, Rainer Schönfelder, Markus Larsson, Lindsey Vonn, Anja Paerson, Maria Riesch, Elisabeth Görgl, Sarka Zahrobska and Jon Olsson.


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HEAD PENN RACQUET SPORTS SIGNS TOP RACQUETBALL PROFESSIONAL ROCKY CARSONThe World Champion Joins a Powerhouse HEAD Penn Team


Phoenix, AZ - August 2, 2010 - HEAD Penn Racquet Sports announced today that they have welcomed back Rocky Carson to the HEAD Penn Racquetball team. Carson, who finished the 2009-2010 IRT season at #3, has signed a long term contract to exclusively use equipment from HEAD Penn Racquet Sports. R o c k y C a r s o n j o i n s t h e dominating HEAD Penn Team which will now include 3 of the top 5 ranked players on the IRT Tour.

“I’m very excited to be back with HEAD. Their faith in me as a top ranked player and our shared vision for the future of racquetball solidified my decision to rejoin the HEAD Penn team.” said Carson.Carson’s breakout season occurred in 2007-2008 when he captured seven tournament titles, including the 2007 US OPEN and the 2008 IRT Pro Nationals, and finished the season as the #1 ranked player in the world. Always a fan favorite on tour, Carson is looking to take his game to the next level while also finding ways to help grow the sport he loves.

“I feel HEAD Penn’s products are superior and give me the best chance to be #1. I’m glad to be back home!” said Carson.

Carson started to build one of the most impressive resumes the sport of racquetball has ever seen at the age of 10. Carson won seven consecutive USA Racquetball (USAR) Junior National Singles Championships. His success continued after juniors where he captured five USAR National Adult Singles Championships as well as five U S A R N a t i o n a l D o u b l e s Championships.

A Californian who loves to surf when not on the racquetball court, Carson helped popularize outdoor racquetball with a combined 8 World Outdoor Racquetball (WOR) Singles and Doubles Titles. Rocky Carson is the only racquetball player in history to earn the “racquetball trifecta” by winning the USAR National Singles title, USAR National Doubles title and WOR Outdoor Nationals title in the same season. He has been a member of the USAR National Adult Team for 11 consecutive years. As member of that team, C a r s o n w o n t h e 2 0 0 8 In te rna t i ona l Racque tba l l Federation’s (IRF) World Singles Championship.

“Rocky is not only an incredible player but a true ambassador for the sport of racquetball. His

popular i ty in the sport is unparalleled and we are thrilled to have him back on the HEAD Penn team,” said Ben Simons, HEAD Penn Senior Business Manager of Racquetball & Accessories.

When not traveling the world playing racquetball, Carson lives in Southern California with his wife Jennifer and their children Jasmine and Christian. Carson will begin his trek back to No. 1 in September, as the IRT kicks off its season in Kansas City.

ABOUT HEAD: HEAD NV is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of premium branded sports equipment. HEAD NV’s ordinary shares are listed on the V i e n n a S t o c k E x c h a n g e ( “HEAD”) .Our bus iness is organized into four divisions: Winter Sports, Racquet Sports, Diving and Licensing. We sell products under the HEAD (tennis, squash, paddle and racquetball racquets, tennis balls, tennis footwear, badminton products, alpine skis, ski bindings and ski boots, protection, snowboards, bindings and boots) , Penn ( tenn is and racquetball balls), Tyrolia (ski bindings), and Mares/Dacor (diving equipment) brands. We hold leading positions in all of our p roduc t marke ts and our

products are endorsed by some of the world’s top athletes including Novak Djokovic, Andrew Murray, Robin Soderling, G i l l e s S i m o n , S t a n i s l a s Wawrinka, Richard Gasquet, I v a n L j u b i c i c , S v e t l a n a Kuznetsova, Victoria Azarenka, Alize Cornet, Patty Schnyder, Amelie Mauresmo, Zhou Mi, Karim Darwish, Jack Huczek, Bode Miller, Didier Cuche, Marco Büchel, Patrick Staudacher, Rainer Schönfelder, Markus Larsson, Lindsey Vonn, Anja Paerson, Maria Riesch, Elisabeth Görgl, Sarka Zahrobska and Jon Olsson.


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Evelyn (Eve) Fay Huczek was born June 17th. She weighed in at 7lbs

10oz and 20in long.

After a summer hiatus from professional competition, the world's best racquetball players will arrive in Kansas City to l a u n c h t h e 2 0 1 0 / 2 0 1 1 International Racquetball Tour (IRT) season. The kick-off event will take place at Overland Park's posh social club, “The Athletic Club”. This is the 11th ongoing y e a r o f “ T h e G h o s t o f Georgetown” tournament, which started as a local amateur event and developed into a full IRT pro stop in 2006. Hosting the pros at the season's kick-off Tier 1 (T1) event this year is a double bonus for area racquetball enthusiasts. It brings the prestige and excitement of a much anticipated season opener, and - due to the successful business efforts of local organizers - restores the tournament to a T1 from its T4 status last year. After a year's absence, and the end of a summer away from pro ball, the top eight pros will be returning to this warm and enthusiastic racquetball community.

The “tier” level of an IRT stop refers to the amount of prize money, which determines the level of pro participation. Tier 1 indicates more money than a Tier 4, and is based on a purse sufficient to attract all of the top eight ranked pros, most of whom typically do not appear for the lower tiered events. It takes a lot of community cooperation and effort to put together a Tier 1 event, but maintaining the connection between local players

KANSAS CITY, HERE I COME!By Kathy Geels

and the IRT is well worth the effort.

The entry deadline for the “Ghost of Georgetown” tournament is September 3rd. Round trip tickets to Kansas City can be had from most major airports for less than $250 round-trip. Book a last minute flight to play or just be a part of the excitement of the first tournament of the year. If you can't make it this year, consider penciling it in as a late summer getaway in 2011.

On CourtW h i l e t h e o u t c o m e o f Waselenchuk as champion may be predictable in the minds of most fans, whether you are a purist, a fan of the sport in general, or an avid supporter of a specific pro player, this event will be well worth the price of admission. Among other things, it offers a first take on off-season efforts, and material for informed speculation on how the season may progress. It will also provide conversational material for other topics of interest, such as potential benchmarks for players at this event. Due to shifts in the top ranks, several players in the middle ranks have greatly increased chances of making the sem is f o r t he f i r s t t ime . Tournament results such as those listed below, as well as a fascinating array of player

statistical database located at the website bossconsulting.com/irt.

Tournament History

September 2006Q Huczek d. WilliamsQ Carson d. ManninoQ Beltran d. VandersonQ Swain d. CrowtherS Huczek d. CarsonS Beltran d. SwainF Huczek d. Beltran

September 2007Q Huczek d. CroftQ Vanderson d. BeltranQ Mannino d. WilliamsQ Carson d. CrowtherS Huczek d. VandersonS Mannino d. CarsonF Mannino d. Huczek

September 2008Q Waselenchuk d. ThoernerQ Beltran d. VandersonQ Mannino d. WilliamsQ Huczek d. CroftS Waselenchuk d. BeltranS Huczek d. ManninoF Waselenchuk d. Huczek

The tournament will offer the season's first glimpse of the athletes' work-ethic, motivation, and how they have prepared for this season. Croft and Crowther may give early clues as to their potent ia l for th is season. Although Crowther is one of the oldest players currently touring full-time, he is among the least experienced playing among the top eight. For a recovering Alvaro Beltran, this tournament could reveal signs of Crowther's potential for upward mobility this season, and whether the

accomplished veterans still have the stamina and intensity to compete through multiple rounds against other more youthful contenders such as Croft.

Fans might also look to Croft for early signs of whether he has a g a i n a c h i e v e d d r a m a t i c psychological gains, or if his game has somewhat leveled. With breakthrough wins against Carson, currently one of the most dominating players on tour, Croft demonstrated he is top four material, possibly top two material, and conceivably a number one player in the long run. Kansas City is an exciting opportunity to look for more indicators. It will also provide some forecast material for the ongoing Huczek/Carson rivalry - Huczek having nudged Carson down to start the season at #3, and Carson coming off an August victory over Huczek at the 2010 World Games in Seoul. Carson has whittled down the gap in his career head to head against Huczek from 13-20 down to 8-9 in the past three years. However, the finals regular has not yet made it to Sunday in Kansas City. Meanwhile, Huczek has made the finals all three years, but has only one win so far. Although Waselenchuk's presence makes it unlikely that these two meet each other in this event, their f in ishes here may be an indication of their intensity coming into the season.

In addition to the fascinating talent and skill these players bring to the court, the presence of the top eight pros creates a

unique and exciting celebrity atmosphere and brings out an invigorating passion and intensity in many fans. It's also a rare promotional opportunity upon w h i c h l o c a l r a c q u e t b a l l p r o f e s s i o n a l s - s u c h a s instructors and programmers - can build. Hosting the season opener in Kansas City also provides a special opportunity for enthusiasts to combine their hobby with an inexpensive and exciting weekend getaway. It's a clean, placid city that also offers a wide variety of activities which can be enjoyed by singles or fami l i es i f one seeks an occasional diversion from the tournament scene.

Kansas City PleasuresFor shopping, walking, or enjoying the beautiful fountains and view, the Country Club Plaza is an impressive fifteen-block shopping district of fine dining and upscale establishments. It's also a simple, convenient, and extremely pleasant twenty minute winding drive from the

Athletic Club, through the scenic mansions of Mission Hills.

If you happen to have miniature racquetball fans in tow, Worlds of Fun is an accessible theme park even the grumpiest enthusiast would enjoy. It’s located close by,

and also directly next to it's shriek filled counterpart, Oceans of Fun. Half day pricing is available at a discount for the racquetballers that want to break away as a unit for some boisterous family-time outside the courts.

Whether you ’ re s ing le or encumbered, if you are one of those rare individuals that needs to eat, you would be remiss if you did not sample Kansas City's wor ld c lass pi t barbecue. Fortunately, even if you’re a hard core racquetball fan that cannot bear the idea of breaking away

from the event for more than a few hours, one of the country's m o s t d e l i c i o u s b a r b e c u e restaurants, Hayward's Pit BBQ, is almost within walking distance of the Athletic Club. Even if you cannot sit down for a meal, you should at least take the time to circle within 1000 yards of the restaurant, a sufficient distance f r o m w h i c h t o s m e l l t h e

overwhelming aroma of this unique barbecue blend. This should in turn convince you to at least order carry-out. And don't worry; at Hayward's, everybody gets a bib.

A final recommendation, if you are interested in sampling more culture which is singularly that of Kansas City, and also can be enjoyed with minimal logistical effort, consider the world class Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. With it's uniquely sprawling and midwestern twenty-two acre estate, it's an inexpensive, enriching way to spend some well deserved leisure time. Could help you score better on Jeopardy, too.

These are just a few potential highlights of the Kansas City event, which offers fans and amateur players an affordable opportunity to experience the highest level of the sport in a highly charged atmosphere. Enjoy event hospitality, parties, and local attractions at this understated gem in the heart of the mid-west. It's a fun, low effort racquetball getaway.

Whether you’re a hard core fan focussed on the thrills and anticipation of the season's first even t , o r a more casua l enthusiast looking for a way to combine a pro stop with a weekend family vacation, the “Ghost of Georgetown” season opener could be a good choice for you and your family.

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AUGUST 27-29 WPRO TEXAS OPEN IRT SATELLITE - DALLAS, TX (T5)SEPTEMBER 9-12 GHOST OF GEORGETOWN - KANSAS CITY, KS (T1)SEPTEMBER 15-19 CALI COLOMBIA GRAND SLAM - CALI, COLOMBIA (GS) SEPTEMBER 30-OCT 3 SAN DIEGO RACQUET HOUSE IRT Pro/Am - SAN DIEGO, CA (T1)OCTOBER 1-3 KITCHENER CLASSIC - KITCHENER, CANADA (T4)OCTOBER 8-10 AUBURN VW OPEN - KENT, WA (T4)OCTOBER 8-10 LOU BRADLEY MEMORIAL - MADISON, WI (T2)OCTOBER 15-17 WEST MICHIGAN OPEN - GRAND RAPIDS, MI (T4)OCTOBER 20-24 U.S. OPEN - MINNEAPOLIS, MN (GS) OCTOBER 29-31 NEW MEXICO Pro/Am - ALBUQUERQUE, NM (T3)OCTOBER 29-31 68 INSIDE SPORTS Pro/Am - KANSAS CITY, KS (T3)OCTOBER 29-31 IRT HALLOWEEN CASH TOURNAMENT - PORT RICHEY, FL (T4)NOVEMBER 4-7 CORONA OPEN - CHIHUAHUA, MEXICO (T1)NOVEMBER 5-7 POMONA VALLEY OPEN - POMONA, CA (T4)NOVEMBER 5-7 LONG ISLAND OPEN - LONG ISLAND, NY (T4)NOVEMBER 18-21 18TH ANNUAL TURKEY SHOOT - GARDEN CITY, KS (T2)DECEMBER 3-6 ROSE CITY Pro/Am - PORTLAND, OR (T1)DECEMBER 3-6 ST. NICK SPLAT - MILLERSVILLE, MD (T3)DECEMBER 9-12 MARKET AMERICA Pro/Am - GREENSBORO, NC (T1)JANUARY 6-9 COAST TO COAST CALIFORNIA OPEN - LOS ANGLES, CA (T1)JANUARY 13-16 NEW YORK CITY Pro/Am - LONG ISLAND, NY (T1) JANUARY 20-23 LAWLER SPORTS Pro/Am - TERRE HAUTE, IN (T1)JANUARY 21-23 NEW JERSEY OPEN - FAIRFIELD, NJ (T4)JANUARY 21-23 CONCORD OPEN - CONCORD, CA (T4)JANUARY 27-30 WICHITA OPEN - WICHITA, KS (T4)JANUARY 27-30 LEWIS DRUG Pro/Am - SIOUX FALLS, SD (T2) FEBRUARY 4-6 CINCINNATI OPEN - CINCINNATI, OH (T4)FEBRUARY 11-13 KEYSTONE CLASSIC - WINNIPEG, CANADA (T4) FEBRUARY 9-13 U.S. NATIONAL DOUBLES - PHOENIX, AZ (USAR)FEBRUARY 17-20 SEATTLE OPEN - SEATTLE, WA (T1)FEBRUARY 17-20 TORNADO ALLEY OPEN - WICHITA FALLS, TX (T4)FEBRUARY 24- 27 SAN DIEGO OPEN - SAN DIEGO, CA (T1)MARCH 3-5 CARL MYERS MEMORIAL - GARDEN CITY, KS (T2)MARCH 3-5 LEAMINGTON RACQUETBALL CLASSIC - LEAMINGTON, CANADA (T4)MARCH 10-13 FLORIDA SPRING BREAK Pro/Am - FL (T1)MARCH 17-19 SALT LAKE CITY Pro/Am - SALT LAKE CITY, UT (T1)MARCH 18-20 NORTHWEST OPEN - BELLINGHAM, WA (T4)MARCH 24-27 ST. LOUIS OPEN - ST. LOUIS, MO (T1)APRIL 1-3 TOPEKA OPEN - TOPEKA, KS (T4)APRIL 7-10 SOUTH CAROLINA OPEN (T4)APRIL14-17 MEXICO OPEN - TIJUANA, MEXICO (T1)APRIL 28-MAY 1 ALISO VIEJO Pro/Am - ALISO VIEJO, CA (T1)MAY 5-8 CAMPESTRE JUAREZ OPEN - JUAREZ, MEXICO (T1)MAY 6-8 CINCO DE MAYO SHOOTOUT - PUEBLO, CO (T4)MAY 12-15 BOSTON Pro/Am - BOSTON, MA (T1)MAY 12-15 CANADIAN RACQUETBALL CLASSIC (T1)MAY 19-22 COSTA RICA OPEN - SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA (T4)MAY 25-29 IRT PRO NATIONALS/USAR FINALS - LOCATION TBD (GS)JUNE 10-12 MARYLAND OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS - LAUREL, MD (T4)JULY 22-24 TAMPA OPEN - TAMPA, FL (T3)

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John - When did you start playing racquetball?

Cheryl - I was a high school freshman back in the 1980's. I started playing because there was a guy that we all liked and he worked at a health club. A bunch of us started going to the club to try to meet him. One of the things that we would do when we were hanging out was play ball. I just kinda stuck with it.

John - How many years on tour?

Cheryl - Let’s see... my first pro stop was in 1990 in Chicago. They were coming to town so I thought...why not? I entered the pro draw and lost first round. Back then there was a Women’s Consolation. I dropped down to that and actually won it. I was very surprised to win the conso’s, and o p e n d r a w a t t h e s a m e tournament so I wanted to do it again. Later that year there was a stop in St. Louis. I thought I'd try there and had the same kind of results. Within two years I decided to play full time, and I haven't missed any events since the mid 90's.

John - So in 20 years you have missed one pro stop?

Cheryl - Yeah I only missed one event, and that was only because I was snowed in. We got a lot of snow in Chicago and I couldn’t get a flight out.

John - Who are your role models in the game? Anyone really help you get to where you are today?

Cheryl - Several people have really helped. I had a strength

Cheryl - Michelle Gould was the toughest. She's really the only competitor that I couldn't beat. I never beat her. Christie Van Heese was perhaps my biggest rivalry. I could be down in a breaker and battle back to win. I remember several matches with me and her going back and forth. She and I have had legendary match-ups. Rhonda is the rival now. She and I always battle. I was able to get her in US National Singles this year. I was down big in the second, after loosing the first game, and was able to come back and win. John - Speaking of Rhonda, by winning you now are on the US National Team…what does it mean to you?

Cheryl - When I was starting out it was something that I really wanted to do. I always wanted to have that uniform on. I was able to make the team in 93. For many years it was the most important thing for me. I wanted to play for my country. This year I was able to tie Michelle's record for the m o s t N a t i o n a l S i n g l e s Championships. It was a great honor. John - How do you handle that situation? You were down big in the match, you had insurance, the record, and a spot on the team on the line…and all of a sudden you were playing the most solid ball of the tournament.

Cheryl - I had dealt with so much pressure over the years. I can't really explain it, but when I'm in

INTERVIEW WITH CHERYL GUDINAS ILLINOIS RACQUETBALL HALL OF FAMEBy John Scott

that situation, I generally figure out a way to make it happen. A light comes on to hit a particular serve, and I execute it. That's why I started the hard Z to the forehand against Rhonda. I forced her to force the shots and I was able to chip away. Once the tie breaker came, I'm sure she was devastated because she had me down big. I think it was 9-2 in the second after I lost the first. In that situation, there's a lot on the line, not just the team, but also the insurance. I think I handle those things the best. John - What ’s your most memorable year?

Cheryl - Around 2002 when I won the Open. I had never won it, lots of people were talking about me not winning that tournament. Winning that one tourney was big. There were two years where I won 9 out of 11 tournaments. I had a great streak. Looking back on it I never thought that I would play pro, much less end any year #1. I would've said that there's no way. The racquetball magazine ranked me as #5 of all time

recently. It was a huge article and honor for me to see that. I have actually worked harder and harder since that article to improve even more. John - Cheryl you’ve had several great accomplishments on and off the court. Then one day you get a call and they tell you that you’ve been selected to be in the Illinois Racquetball Hall of Fame. What was going through your mind when you heard about the ISRA Hall of Fame?

Cheryl - It was shocking! I was getting calls from people I hadn't heard from in years! It was such a great honor! I just couldn't believe it.

John - What does it means to you to be inducted with such great athletes?

Cheryl - It’s just awesome. I love it. It helps to keep me motivated to work even harder, push even more. I have big plans still to come, and then you get a call that you are in the state Hall of Fame and it’s amazing. Part of me feels like being in a Hall of Fame means that my career is over, but I do have some surprises up my sleeve!

John - Really? Care to shed some light on that?

Cheryl - My goal is to win this world championship in Korea this month. I also want to start the s e a s o n w i t h t h e s a m e enthusiasm as I ended last season. I want to finish the year

number one on tour. Next May I plan to play to break the record for most US National Singles Titles, and I want to be the oldest person ever to win the US Open.

John - Wow! Good luck! Those are some lofty goals. We can’t wait to watch all that unfolds. Is there anyone that you want to thank for all the help you received over the span of 20 years on tour?

Cheryl - Ted Huddleston who was really helpful. Andy Pitock, John Dorsen, Alok Mehta, Steve MacInnis, Don Volv, and Gary Lehnert, Chris Evon and Krystal Csuk. Dave Negrete was also a help. He would watch me play and give me feedback on my shots. Of course my family, friends, and all the girls on tour, they are like my extended family.

coach, who was also my high school teacher. His name was Tim Lang. Euguen Coyle was also a great trainer. He and Tim were very instrumental in my success. Role models were Chris Evon. She was a big influence. She's still a great friend and supporter. My best friend and sports phsycologist Kelley Beane is huge for me! John - Who is the toughest competitor you ever faced?

John - When did you start playing racquetball?

Cheryl - I was a high school freshman back in the 1980's. I started playing because there was a guy that we all liked and he worked at a health club. A bunch of us started going to the club to try to meet him. One of the things that we would do when we were hanging out was play ball. I just kinda stuck with it.

John - How many years on tour?

Cheryl - Let’s see... my first pro stop was in 1990 in Chicago. They were coming to town so I thought...why not? I entered the pro draw and lost first round. Back then there was a Women’s Consolation. I dropped down to that and actually won it. I was very surprised to win the conso’s, and o p e n d r a w a t t h e s a m e tournament so I wanted to do it again. Later that year there was a stop in St. Louis. I thought I'd try there and had the same kind of results. Within two years I decided to play full time, and I haven't missed any events since the mid 90's.

John - So in 20 years you have missed one pro stop?

Cheryl - Yeah I only missed one event, and that was only because I was snowed in. We got a lot of snow in Chicago and I couldn’t get a flight out.

John - Who are your role models in the game? Anyone really help you get to where you are today?

Cheryl - Several people have really helped. I had a strength

Cheryl - Michelle Gould was the toughest. She's really the only competitor that I couldn't beat. I never beat her. Christie Van Heese was perhaps my biggest rivalry. I could be down in a breaker and battle back to win. I remember several matches with me and her going back and forth. She and I have had legendary match-ups. Rhonda is the rival now. She and I always battle. I was able to get her in US National Singles this year. I was down big in the second, after loosing the first game, and was able to come back and win. John - Speaking of Rhonda, by winning you now are on the US National Team…what does it mean to you?

Cheryl - When I was starting out it was something that I really wanted to do. I always wanted to have that uniform on. I was able to make the team in 93. For many years it was the most important thing for me. I wanted to play for my country. This year I was able to tie Michelle's record for the m o s t N a t i o n a l S i n g l e s Championships. It was a great honor. John - How do you handle that situation? You were down big in the match, you had insurance, the record, and a spot on the team on the line…and all of a sudden you were playing the most solid ball of the tournament.

Cheryl - I had dealt with so much pressure over the years. I can't really explain it, but when I'm in

that situation, I generally figure out a way to make it happen. A light comes on to hit a particular serve, and I execute it. That's why I started the hard Z to the forehand against Rhonda. I forced her to force the shots and I was able to chip away. Once the tie breaker came, I'm sure she was devastated because she had me down big. I think it was 9-2 in the second after I lost the first. In that situation, there's a lot on the line, not just the team, but also the insurance. I think I handle those things the best. John - What ’s your most memorable year?

Cheryl - Around 2002 when I won the Open. I had never won it, lots of people were talking about me not winning that tournament. Winning that one tourney was big. There were two years where I won 9 out of 11 tournaments. I had a great streak. Looking back on it I never thought that I would play pro, much less end any year #1. I would've said that there's no way. The racquetball magazine ranked me as #5 of all time

recently. It was a huge article and honor for me to see that. I have actually worked harder and harder since that article to improve even more. John - Cheryl you’ve had several great accomplishments on and off the court. Then one day you get a call and they tell you that you’ve been selected to be in the Illinois Racquetball Hall of Fame. What was going through your mind when you heard about the ISRA Hall of Fame?

Cheryl - It was shocking! I was getting calls from people I hadn't heard from in years! It was such a great honor! I just couldn't believe it.

John - What does it means to you to be inducted with such great athletes?

Cheryl - It’s just awesome. I love it. It helps to keep me motivated to work even harder, push even more. I have big plans still to come, and then you get a call that you are in the state Hall of Fame and it’s amazing. Part of me feels like being in a Hall of Fame means that my career is over, but I do have some surprises up my sleeve!

John - Really? Care to shed some light on that?

Cheryl - My goal is to win this world championship in Korea this month. I also want to start the s e a s o n w i t h t h e s a m e enthusiasm as I ended last season. I want to finish the year

number one on tour. Next May I plan to play to break the record for most US National Singles Titles, and I want to be the oldest person ever to win the US Open.

John - Wow! Good luck! Those are some lofty goals. We can’t wait to watch all that unfolds. Is there anyone that you want to thank for all the help you received over the span of 20 years on tour?

Cheryl - Ted Huddleston who was really helpful. Andy Pitock, John Dorsen, Alok Mehta, Steve MacInnis, Don Volv, and Gary Lehnert, Chris Evon and Krystal Csuk. Dave Negrete was also a help. He would watch me play and give me feedback on my shots. Of course my family, friends, and all the girls on tour, they are like my extended family.

coach, who was also my high school teacher. His name was Tim Lang. Euguen Coyle was also a great trainer. He and Tim were very instrumental in my success. Role models were Chris Evon. She was a big influence. She's still a great friend and supporter. My best friend and sports phsycologist Kelley Beane is huge for me! John - Who is the toughest competitor you ever faced?

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CHAMPIONSHIP RACQUETBALLSPORTS TRIANGLE... TIPS FROM THE COACH!By Fran DavisHall of Fame 2004Racquetball Woman of the Year 2009Coach #1 Women’s Pro Player, Paola LongoriaCoach #3 IRT’s Pro Player, Rocky CarsonMaster Professional Instructor/Coach USAR-IP

It is with great pleasure I share with you that I am now coaching Rocky Carson, the #3 IRT player. I have known Rocky for many years and when I coached the US Team and when he played for HEAD I got to know him even more. His insights into the game are remarkable.

During the 2nd half of last season Rocky had a major setback which cost him big time. He began to worry about his future and career in the sport rather than focus on the present moment of playing and winning. As a result he lost his concentra-tion and focus and he mentally went astray in every aspect of the Sports Triangle. When he finally realized at the end of the season what was happening he immediately said to himself, "okay this is it I am tired of losing." At that point he began to focus on winning National Singles in Houston, World's in Korea and finish up as the #1 IRT ranked player. Let's take a look at what breakdowns happened inside the "Sports Triangle" and

what adjustments Rocky made:

Racquetball Skills

1 - During his winning seasons he practiced and drilled on the court by himself more than he played. This kept his game sharp and fresh as he was able to tweak different parts of his game.

2 - During the 1st quarter of 2010 all Rocky did was primarily play games and did very little drilling.

3 - At the end of the season when he re-evaluated his game he realized he was tired of being inconsistent and losing to people he knew he should beat. He knew he needed to get back to the right form of practices that he used to do in his winning seasons....drill more than play.

Conditioning Skills

1 - During his winning seasons he was training using lots of explosive and power workouts along with core strength training. This made Rocky faster getting

to the ball and he was able to do a lot with the ball once he got his racquet on it.

2 - During the 1st quarter of 2010 he strayed from his normal train-ing and trained more muscular endurance instead of explosion and power. Rocky informed me he would get tired while playing a match especially the five game matches.

3 - At the end of the season he knew he needed to be stronger, more powerful and definitely more explosive so he began doing the workouts focusing on explosion, power and core strength training.

Mental Toughness

1 - During his winning seasons he was in the "NOW", the pres-ent moment.

2 - During the 1st quarter of 2010 Rocky was too worried and wrapped up in his future losing sight of the "NOW".

3 - At the end of the season Rocky got back to the "NOW". In sports the past is gone and the future never comes so in racquetball you have to learn that there is only one ball, one shot, one serve and one point at a time and that time is always “NOW!” That is truly the real beauty of it that every shot you

hit only happens in “NOW!”

Rocky's "Championship Rac-quetball Game" stems from his belief in the Sports Triangle where ALL three sides of the triangle must be present and working together to reach your potential. He is living proof it works. He just won the National Singles Championship in Houston...so one championship down and two to go as he starts to come back to championship form.

Below is the Mental Toughness Assessment to see how you score as compared to Rocky and other pros. It's fun and it does not take a lot of time and you'll see how you stack up on one side of the triangle. Next issue I will give you some more assessment tests so you can see where in the “Sports Triangle” you need more work. Then, I will continue to build your Championship Racquetball Dream House one level at a time

so be ready to become the champion you always dreamed of, but now you will have the tools to do it and make it a reality.For details on more personalized instruction, a weekend camp, instructional DVD’s, “Champion-ship Racquetball” new book to be released early 2011 and more please visit:

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It is with great pleasure I share with you that I am now coaching Rocky Carson, the #3 IRT player. I have known Rocky for many years and when I coached the US Team and when he played for HEAD I got to know him even more. His insights into the game are remarkable.

During the 2nd half of last season Rocky had a major setback which cost him big time. He began to worry about his future and career in the sport rather than focus on the present moment of playing and winning. As a result he lost his concentra-tion and focus and he mentally went astray in every aspect of the Sports Triangle. When he finally realized at the end of the season what was happening he immediately said to himself, "okay this is it I am tired of losing." At that point he began to focus on winning National Singles in Houston, World's in Korea and finish up as the #1 IRT ranked player. Let's take a look at what breakdowns happened inside the "Sports Triangle" and

what adjustments Rocky made:

Racquetball Skills

1 - During his winning seasons he practiced and drilled on the court by himself more than he played. This kept his game sharp and fresh as he was able to tweak different parts of his game.

2 - During the 1st quarter of 2010 all Rocky did was primarily play games and did very little drilling.

3 - At the end of the season when he re-evaluated his game he realized he was tired of being inconsistent and losing to people he knew he should beat. He knew he needed to get back to the right form of practices that he used to do in his winning seasons....drill more than play.

Conditioning Skills

1 - During his winning seasons he was training using lots of explosive and power workouts along with core strength training. This made Rocky faster getting

to the ball and he was able to do a lot with the ball once he got his racquet on it.

2 - During the 1st quarter of 2010 he strayed from his normal train-ing and trained more muscular endurance instead of explosion and power. Rocky informed me he would get tired while playing a match especially the five game matches.

3 - At the end of the season he knew he needed to be stronger, more powerful and definitely more explosive so he began doing the workouts focusing on explosion, power and core strength training.

Mental Toughness

1 - During his winning seasons he was in the "NOW", the pres-ent moment.

2 - During the 1st quarter of 2010 Rocky was too worried and wrapped up in his future losing sight of the "NOW".

3 - At the end of the season Rocky got back to the "NOW". In sports the past is gone and the future never comes so in racquetball you have to learn that there is only one ball, one shot, one serve and one point at a time and that time is always “NOW!” That is truly the real beauty of it that every shot you

hit only happens in “NOW!”

Rocky's "Championship Rac-quetball Game" stems from his belief in the Sports Triangle where ALL three sides of the triangle must be present and working together to reach your potential. He is living proof it works. He just won the National Singles Championship in Houston...so one championship down and two to go as he starts to come back to championship form.

www.frandavisracquetball.com

Mental Toughness AssessmentIn the space next to each question, answer by writing a number from 1 to 5:

1 = Almost Never, 2 = Seldom , 3 = Sometimes, 4 = Often, 5 = Almost Always Score

1 My on-court body image is always strong and confident regardless of the score or situation.

2 The “little voice” inside my head is always positive and confident no matter what is going on during the game.

3 I can stay focused, centered and fully “in the moment” during each and every point.

4 I do not complain or make excuses if I get a bad call or if things go poorly during my game.

5 I have special on-court rituals that I do to get myself back into the game and before certain serves, shots, etc.

6 I am easily coachable, and my coaches think that I listen and have a positive attitude.

7 I practice as hard as I play.

8 I always give my best effort regardless of the score, and I never quit on myself.

9 When I am behind, I think one point at a time and play high percentage racquetball.

10 I love competition….win or lose! I learn from my mistakes and remember my successes.

Add up your total here:Score:

42-50 Mentally Tough!34-41 Need Work!Below 34 Red Alert!

RACQUETBALL WAREHOUSE PRO PLAYER GALLERY

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Want to know what racquet your favorite player uses? What glove? Eyeguards? String? Racquetball Warehouse has put together a web page dedicated to IRT players, packed with action p h o t o s , i n f o r m a t i o n a n d interviews.

Below is the Mental Toughness Assessment to see how you score as compared to Rocky and other pros. It's fun and it does not take a lot of time and you'll see how you stack up on one side of the triangle. Next issue I will give you some more assessment tests so you can see where in the “Sports Triangle” you need more work. Then, I will continue to build your Championship Racquetball Dream House one level at a time

so be ready to become the champion you always dreamed of, but now you will have the tools to do it and make it a reality.For details on more personalized instruction, a weekend camp, instructional DVD’s, “Champion-ship Racquetball” new book to be released early 2011 and more please visit:

Learn about your favorite player’s accomplishments, products, and more by visiting:

http://www.racquetballwarehouse.com/?from=irt

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http://www.grandslamcali2010.com/

IT’S A Racquetball Celebration ....AND YOU’RE INVITED!

www.usopenracquetball.com

Rocky Carson

concessions and live entertainment, International/VIP Reception, Pro-Am Doubles Tourney for St. Jude, IRT Champions Clinic, Play the Pro Challenges, Friday Night Player’s Dance Party, and continuous fan fair activities on the stadium court. The

Research Hospital.The main location and nerve cen-ter for the US OPEN will be located in downtown Minneapolis at the fabulous LIFE TIME FITNESS Target Center, the same building in which the Minnesota Timberwolves play. All pro matches and many of the amateur matches will take place at this facility, located in the center of the exciting Entertainment Dis-trict in Minneapolis. Restaurants, nightclubs, hotels, and world class shopping are located all around the club. Just four blocks away is the second LIFE TIME location that will be utilized, the Minneapolis LIFE TIME Athletic Club. Lastly, a short eight-minute complimentary shuttle ride to the third location – LIFE TIME FITNESS St. Louis Park, will complete the rotation.

Witness racquetball’s premiere “Grand Slam”- the US OPEN Racquetball Cham-pionships. See all of the top players in the world from the IRT, WPRO and CPRT compete for the largest prize money purse in the sport -- $48,000+. Experience the thrill of dramatic player introductions featuring booming music and laser light shows. Stroll through the US OPEN Player Village and see what’s new from the world’s top racquetball manufacturers.

Party the nights away with your favorite pros and racquetball fans from throughout the world. Be there to see the stunning “made-for-TV” portable stadium racquetball court. In addition, over 700 amateur play-ers will compete in age and skill divi-sions for every level. Special events include the Saturday evening Gala “PARTY WITH THE PROS”, a Players Village complete with

MADE-FOR-TV PORTABLE STADIUM

RACQUETBALL COURT

O�cial Co-Sponsors

PARTIES, PARTIES AND MORE PARTIES

US OPEN PLAYERS VILLAGE

One of the most exciting aspects of the US OPEN Racquetball Championships is that the NEW “made-for-TV” portable racquetball court will be used for all feature matches! The unique construc-tion of the court allows stadium seating for more than 1,200, in addition to court-side luxury boxes for sponsors and VIPs. Dramatic player introduc-tions complete with laser light shows and booming music will treat racquetball fans to a total enter-tainment experience. The crystal clear LUCITE acrylic walls will make you feel like you are in the court with the players!

That’s right! For those of us who like to enjoy our eve-nings, the US OPEN promises a solid week of non-stop

VIP Reception and Thursday late-night “get together” at The Shout House Dueling Piano Bar (located right next door to the club). And that’s only the beginning! On Friday evening, the action moves

to a local nightclub, which will feature a DJ spinning the hottest tunes for your dancing pleasure. Saturday

racquetball bash of the year – the 15th Annual US OPEN “PARTY WITH THE PROS”. More than 600 racquetball fans and guests are expected to turn out for an evening of ex-citing entertainment (location TBD). The cost for guests and tournament spectators is $20 per person. Players participating in the US OPEN will be admitted free!

The nerve center of the event will be the US OPEN Play-ers Village. Many activities are scheduled to take place in the Village, including an extensive Industry Trade Show, pro autograph signing sessions, live stage with entertain-ment, concessions, cash bar, informational seminars, and plenty of seating to kick back and relax. Admission is free for all spectators and players.

SILENT AUCTION & PRO/AM DOUBLES CHALLENGEFor the bene�t of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital a silent auction will be held during the event featuring Olympic Memorabilia and sporting goods equipment from the industry’s best manufacturers. Checks, cash, VISA and MasterCard are wel-come. In addition, Wednesday evening, October 20th, 32 lucky amateurs will have the opportunity to play in a single elimina-tion (one game to 15) doubles challenge with a top professional player as their partner. All proceeds will be donated to St. Jude, and each amateur player will receive an autographed racquet from their pro partner. Call (614) 890-6073 if you are interested in participating as spots are limited. Pro/Am Doubles for St. Jude – $325 donation. (NOTE: Your matches for any other divi-sions you enter will not be scheduled Wednesday evening so you can participate in this special event)

HOSPITALITY


SKILL LEVEL CERTIFICATION

TICKETS FOR PRO MATCHES

ST. JUDE HOSPITAL

Everyone will be required to purchase tickets for pro matches — see ticket application or call (800) 234-5396 ext.0 All non-players must purchase a ticket to be admitted to the Saturday evening “PARTY WITH THE PROS”. Seating is limited, therefore it is strongly recommended that you purchase tickets in advance. ABSOLUTELY NO VIEWING FOR PRO MATCHES WILL BE PERMITTED WITHOUT A TICKET. Last year’s ticket packages sold out four weeks in advance, so

CHECK-IN

PLAY BEGINS/STARTING TIMES/ CONFIRMATION/ENTRY DEADLINEPlayers must be prepared to play as early as 8 a.m. on the dates indicated in the chart below. Requests for special starting times must be indicated on the entry form. Every e�ort will be made to accommodate special requests, however no guarantees can be made. Starting times will be available after 5 p.m. on Monday, October 18th on-line at www.usopenracquetball.com. After 5pm on 10/18, any event questions can be directed to the on-site tourna-ment o�ce desk by calling (612) 486-3617. Entries and ticket orders can be con�rmed online after October 1st at www.usopenracquetball.com. Please immediately call the US OPEN headquarters at (800) 234-5396 ext. 0 if any errors or omissions are found. All entries must be received by Wednesday, Oct. 6th and/or postmarked by Friday Oct. 1st.

A very limited number of four-person courtside luxury boxes (with catered VIP Lounge access) may be available.

Cost is $2,800. Call 614-890-6073 for availability.

OPENING ROUNDS SCHEDULE

PRO MATCH SCHEDULEMen’s & Women’s Pro Qualifying Wednesday 10:00 am - 11:00 pmPro-Am Doubles for St. Jude Wednesday 6:00 pm - 10:00 pmMen’s round of 32 Thursday 9:00 am - 1:00 pmWomen’s round of 32 Thursday 1:00 pm - 6:00 pmMen’s round of 16 Thursday 3:00 pm - 10:00 pmWomen’s round of 16 Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pmMen’s quarters Friday 1:00 pm - 9:00 pmWomen’s quarters Friday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmWomen’s semis/Men’s semis Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sunday 9:30 am - 2:00 pm

MEMBERSHIPAll players must be current members of USA Racquetball. If you’re not, a membership can be purchased at the event ($50 per year). In addition, all players entering the Men’s pro draw must be current members of the IRT/WPRO Players Association or join at the event ($20-IRT/$10-WPRO).

The US OPEN Racquetball Championships is once again proud to name St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as its designated charity. Founded in 1962 by the late entertainer Danny Thomas, St. Jude is dedicated to the successful treat-ment of diseases that a�ict children. Having treated more than 22,000 patients from 47 states and 53 countries, the hospital is a world leader in the treatment of catastrophic childhood illnesses. The US OPEN has raised over $260,000 for St. Jude!

All player registration will take place at the downtown LIFE TIME FITNESS Target Center club (main host club). Check-in is required prior to participating in the event. Hours for registration are: Tuesday, October 19th 3 p.m.- 10 p.m., Wednes-day, October 20th 8 a.m.- 10p.m., Thursday, October 21st 8 a.m.- 9 p.m., and Friday, October 22nd 8 a.m.- 9 p.m.

level by the state director or country representative as being legitimately competitive in the entered skill division at

benchmarks to determine eligibility for skill competition and reserve the right to re-classify or disqualify players when/if they are improperly placed. NOTE: Players in Age+Skill must meet the same criteria.

Limited hospitality (continental breakfast and lunch) for all players will be available at LIFE TIME FITNESS St. Louis Park

cash bar and concessions throughout all hours of the event. In addition, many restaurants are located right next door to the club in the downtown Minneapolis Entertainment District.

Wednesday Oct. 20th

Singles – All IRT/WPRO Pro Qualifying, Men’s Open, Elite, A, B, C,

D, 24 & u, 24 & under A-B-C, 25+, 25+ A-B-C, 30+, 35+, 35+A-B-C,

40+(CPRT), 45+, 45+A-B-C, 55+A-B-C.

Doubles – Men’s Open, A, B, C, 35+, 45+

Thursday Oct. 21st

Singles – Men’s 50+, 55+, Women’s Elite, A, B, C, D, 24 & under, 24 &

under A-B-C, 25+, 25+A-B-C, 30+, 35+, 35+A-B-C, 40+, 45+, 45+A-B-C.,

Women’s 50+, 55+, 55+A-B-C, 60+

Doubles – Men’s 19+, 55+ All Women’s (except W55+ Dbls), all Mixed

Friday Oct. 22nd

Singles – Men’s 60+, 65+ 70+, 75+, 80+, Women’s 65+, 70+, 75+, 80+

Doubles – Women’s 55+

SKILL LEVEL CERTIFICATION

All player registration will take place at the downtown LIFE TIME FITNESS Target Center club (main host club). Check-in is required prior to participating in the event. Hours for registration are: Tuesday, October 19th 3 p.m.- 10 p.m., Wednesday, October 20th 8 a.m.- 10p.m., Thursday, October 21st 8 a.m.- 9 p.m., and Friday, October 22nd 8 a.m.- 9 p.m.

TRAVEL AND LODGINGUnited Airlines has joined the US OPEN to o�er special dis-counted airfares to the 2010 US OPEN. Please follow the information below to obtain these special rates:United AirlinesDiscount: 5%-10% o� published fares. Instructions: Must call Olympic Travel Desk at (800) 841-0460 and mention USA Racquetball account #565EF.

HOTELSWhen making hotel reservations, you must mention the US OPEN Racquetball Championships. Discounted rates are good for up to four people per room. You must make reser-vations by September 27th for these special rates. Regular shuttle service will be available between the main host club (LIFE TIME FITNESS Target Center) and LIFE TIME FITNESSSt. Louis Park (only 8 minute ride). The third club

COMFORT SUITES Minneapolis

(main host hotel) 425 South 7th Street

(612) 333-3111

Rate: $90

-mention US OPEN Racquetball

-7 blocks to LIFE TIME Target Ctr.

THE WESTIN Minneapolis(main host hotel)88 South 6th Street(612) 333-4006Rate: $119-mention US OPEN Racquetball-3 blocks to LIFE TIME Target Ctr.

THE GRAND HOTEL

(main host hotel)

615 Second Ave. South

(612) 288-8888

Rate: $159

-mention US OPEN Racquetball

-4 blocks to LIFE TIME Target Ctr.

4. LIFE TIME FITNESS Target Ctr.

(main HOST CLUB)

600 North 1st Street

(612) 486-3600

MINNEAPOLIS LIFE TIME ATHLETIC CLUB

(auxiliary HOST CLUB)

615 2nd Ave. South

(612) 752-7000

-4 blocks to main host club

LIFE TIME FITNESS St. Louis Park

(auxiliary HOST CLUB)

5524 Cedar Lake Rd.

(952) 546-5474

-free shuttle every hour from main club (8 minute ride)

5. 6.

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-day, October 20th 8 a.m.- 10p.m., Thursday, October 21st 8 a.m.- 9

3.

Paola Longoria

(Minneapolis LIFE TIME Athletic Club) is walking distance from the main club downtown (4 blocks). All host hotels are located downtown and are walking distance to the main club.

PARKING / AIRPORT TRANSPORTATIONParking downtown, like most major cities, can be expensive. For players staying at the Comfort Suites a special $12 per day

in for the event a rental car is not necessary. For just $1.75 you can catch the Light Rail train at the airport which will bring you right downtown to the Target Center. All host hotels and 2 of the 3 clubs are walking distance apart downtown. The third club, in St. Louis Park, is just 8 minutes away and the US OPEN

club. In addition, dozens of restaurants, shops, and enter-tainment options are all located all around the Target Center downtown.

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1st $ 3502nd $ 175

Semis $ 85

Women’s Pro $15,000

Men’s Pro-$30,000

Men’s & Women’s Open Singles

PRIZE MONEY over $48,000!


CPRT-$2,000 (Men’s 40+)

1st $1,0002nd $ 500

Semis $ 250

CELEBRATION OF CHAMPIONS

Men’s Pro Women’s Pro

2009 Kane Waselenchuk Rhonda Rajsich 2008 Kane Waselenchuk Paola Longoria 2007 Rocky Carson Rhonda Rajsich 2006 Jason Mannino Christie Vanhees 2005 Kane Waselenchuk Christie Vanhees 2004 Kane Waselenchuk Cheryl Gudinas 2003 Kane Waselenchuk Rhonda Rajsich 2002 Sudsy Monchik Cheryl Gudinas 2001 Cli� Swain Kerri Wachtel 2000 Sudsy Monchik Christie Vanhees 1999 Jason Mannino Jackie Paraiso 1998 Sudsy Monchik Jackie Paraiso 1997 Cli� Swain Michelle Gould 1996 Sudsy Monchik Michelle Gould

Jack Huczek

RULES/FORMAT/RANKINGSAll amateur divisions will be played according to

-datory use of protective lensed eyewear tested to ASTM F803 or CSA impact standards. Pro divisions will use IRT/WPRO/CPRT rules. For all age divisions, players must meet the proper age requirement as

All divisions (pro and amateur) will use the Pro-Penn HD (purple)

court time restrictions. Every match played in all di-visions at the US OPEN will be entered in the USAR’s new state of the art ranking system.

CPRT (Men’s 40+) Back for 2010! The Classic Pro Racquetball Tour is sponsoring the Men’s 40+ division at the US OPEN with a prize money purse of $2,000. ALL Men age 40 and over are eligible to enter with o�cial CPRT ranking points awarded for each match won. Featured stars include Cli� Swain, Ruben Gonzalez, Brett Harnet, and Woody Clouse.

OFFICIATINGAll players will receive $5 for each amateur division match they referee. Players losing a match in pro divisions are required to referee with no fee paid.

TOURNAMENT DIRECTORSEvent Director:Doug Ganim

Floor Manager:Pete Ulliman

Operations Manager:Chris Jorgenson

Executive Committee: Dr. Jim Hiser, Kay McCarthy, Heather Fender, Aaron Granberg

Pro Commissioners: Jason Mannino (IRT), Shannon Feaster (WPRO)

Steve Lerner (CPRT)

WAIVER: I hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors, and administrators, waive and release and all rights and claims that I may have against the USA Racquetball, IRT, WPRO, Ganim Enterprises, Life Time Fitness, CPRT, and all other US OPEN sponsors, or their respective agents for any and all injuries I may su�er as a result of participation in this event. By registering to participate, I release all rights to the use of event photographs/videos in which my image appears.

Participant Signature (parent if under 18) ___________________________________________________________________ Date ______________

ENTRY FEES

First Event ($99) _______________ _______________

Second Event ($51) _______________ _______________

Third Event ($51) _______________ _______________

USAR Membership ($50) _______________ _______________

Late Fee/Phone Entry ($20/$15) _______________ _______________

Extra Party with the Pro’s ticket ($20 each) _______________ Quantity: ______

(players admitted free) TOTAL _______________ _______________

Visa/MC _____________________________________ Exp. Date _______________ Sec. Code ______

Cardholder’s Name (print) __________________________________________________________________

Signature _______________________________________________________________________________

Make check payable and mail to: U.S. OPEN Racquetball Championships

1685 West Uintah • Colorado Springs, CO 80904-2969or FAX this completed form to (719) 635-0685

Players may enter a maximum of two events (3 events permitted if at least 1 is a doubles division). Consolation will not be o�ered due to court time restrictions. Players in multiple divisions may play back-to-back matches. Returned checks will be assessed a $23 service charge ($10 for declined credit cards). Phone entries will be accepted through the entry deadline with a $15 service charge and a major credit card by calling the US OPEN headquarters at (800) 234-5396 ext. 129. Maximum amateur draw is 700 players. Once �lled, all additional entries received will be returned with refund.

ENTRY FEE INCLUDES:

ENTRY DEADLINE:

Players may enter a maximum of two (2) events: (3 events permitted if at least 1 is a doubles division): Check one: Men’s or Women’s

24 & under A24 & under B24 & under C25+ A25+ B25+ C35+ A35+ B

ABCD

Skill Divisions*

Can only enter ONE from this group

Name ________________________________________________________________________________ Birthdate ________________________ Age ___________

Address ______________________________________________________________________________ City/State/Zip ____________________________________

Phone (day) _______________________________________________________ (night) _____________ Fax _____________________________________________

USA Racquetball Membership Number _________________________________ Exp. Date ___________ E-Mail __________________________________________

Seeding Information (2009 US OPEN, 2010 States, Regionals, Nationals) ___________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________ Home Club _____________________________________

Men’s (IRT)**

US

AR

DIV

ISIO

NS

PR

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OPEN24 & under25+30+35+

Open & Age Divisions60+65+70+75+80+

W40+M40+--see CPRT below45+50+55+

Have you enclosed your Pro Match Ticket Application and pay-ment for tickets? Seating is limited. Must purchase tickets in advance to be guaranteed a seat. One check can be written for entry fees and tickets.

All entries must be received by Wednesday, Oct. 6th and/or postmarked by Friday, Oct. 1st. No refunds will be given after the entry deadline. All entries received after the entry deadline will be assessed a $20 late fee if space is still available in the tournament.

Limited hospitality, free access to Player Village and fan fair activities, souvenir US OPEN shirt, US OPEN Souvenir Program, ticket to the Saturday evening “PARTY WITH THE PROS”, plus much, much more!

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2010 U.S. OPEN ENTRY FORM

To enter by phone call: (800) 234-5396 ext. 129outside US: (719) 635-5396 ext. 129

To enter online: www.usopenracquetball.com

Skill + Age Divisions* OpenAB

C19+35+

Doubles & Mixed Doubles Divisions*

45+55+

Partner’s Name ________________________________________________ Division _________________

Partner’s Name ________________________________________________ Division _________________

MX OpenMX AMX B

MX CMX 30+MX 40+

___ I have been AMPRO certi�ed at this level by: AMPRO Certi�ed Instructor (name required) ____________________________________________

___ have recently competed in this skill category in my state, and have been approved for participation in this category at a Level Five event by the state director or designated representative shown below:_______________________________________________________________________ (name required)___ I competed at this level (but did not win the division title) at the: ____ 2009 U.S. OPEN, or the ____ 2010 USAR National Singles

*REQUIRED Skill Veri�cation FormPlease indicate below your eligibility for competition in the skill level you have selected. This information will be veri�ed and re-classi�cation may take place if deemed appropriate by the Tournament Director.

35+ C45+ A45+ B45+ C55+ A55+ B55+ C

Amount Pd. Division

Elite

** The Men’s Pro draw will begin in the round of 32 with qualifying rounds scheduled as needed. The Women’s Pro draw will begin in the round of 32 with qualifying rounds scheduled as needed. Players wishing to enter the amateur Men’s OPEN division must enter it directly as a second event. CPRT (Men’s 40+) is open to all Men over 40 years of age. CPRT draw will begin in the round of 16 with qualifying rounds as needed.

Women’s (WPRO)** Men’s 40+ (CPRT)**

Jack Huczek

BEST VALUES!– only available in advance!

PRO MATCH TICKET APPLICATION

SESSION #1 (Mezzanine side wall viewing only): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20 Men’s & Women’s Pro Qualifying Wednesday, 10 a.m.- 11 p.m.

SESSION #2:(Mezzanine side wall viewing only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20 Men’s round of 32 Thursday, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Women’s round of 32 Thursday, 1 p.m.- 6 p.m.

SESSION #3(Mezzanine side wall viewing only): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24 Men’s round of 16 Thursday, 3 p.m.- 9 p.m.

SESSION #4:(Mezzanine side wall viewing only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $26 Women’s round of 16 Friday, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Men’s quarters #1,#2 Friday, 1 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. (IRT Champions Clinic 4p.m.)

SESSION #5:(Mezzanine side wall viewing only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28 Men’s quarters #3, #4 Friday, 5:00 p.m.- 9 p.m. Women’s quarters Friday 5 p.m.- 8 p.m.

SESSION #6:(Mezzanine side wall viewing only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30 Women’s Semi #1/Men’s semi #1 Saturday, 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. (Play the Pro Challenge - 1pm)

SESSION #7:(Mezzanine side wall viewing only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30 Women’s Semi #2/Men’s semi #2 Saturday, 2:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.

SESSION #8:(Mezzanine side wall viewing only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40 CPRT �nals/Women’s �nals/Men’s �nals Sunday, 9:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.

PREFERRED TICKET PACKAGE (BACK WALL or SIDE WALL viewing for all sessions)........$125 STANDARD TICKET PACKAGE (Mezzanine SIDE WALL only viewing for all sessions)........$99

Guest Ticket for “PARTY WITH THE PROS” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20 (free for all player participants) Saturday, 8 p.m.- 12:30 a.m.

Processing fee (must be paid to process your order) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4

Price Quantity Total($)

Make check payable or use credit card and mail to:US OPEN Racquetball Championships

1685 West UintahColorado Springs, CO 80904-2969

To order your tickets by phone call: (800) 234-5396 ext. 129 outside US: (719) 653-5396 ext. 129 or fax this completed form to : (719) 635-0685

To order on-line: WWW.USOPENRACQUETBALL.COM

TOTAL

$4

Visa/MC # ______________________________ Exp. Date _____ Sec. Code _____

Cardholder’s Name (print) ____________________________________________

Signature __________________________________________________________

Name to hold tickets under ___________________________________________

Credit Card Billing Address ____________________________________________

City ___________________________________ State _________ ZIP _________

Day Phone ___________________________ Night Phone __________________

Tickets will not be mailed in advance. They can

be picked up at the US OPEN Will Call Desk,

located at The Racquet Club (I.D. is required).

Seating is limited. Must purchase tickets in

advance to be guaranteed a seat.

A very limited number of four-person courtside

luxury box seats (with table service) may be

available. Cost is $2,800. Includes access to

Pro/Gold Lounge with food and drink for the

week. Call (614) 890-6073 for availability.

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