The Boys Are Back in Town

As you know, Compassvale has terminate our rights for the court usage. It has now become the training ground for karate enthusiasts.

We have found a new home in Pasir Ris. A new blue court ala Arthur Ashe. We also had look at Farrer Park which brings back the nostalgic memories of the 90s. We have a new player on board Jermyn who was my army mate back in the days.

Lets have an update on the players:

1) Benjamin 13500 pts

He has decided to go back to his counter punching style of play again. I guess on our level of play, counter punching is probably the style that is the most effective as it produces the least amount of error and no one in this roster really has a shot good enough that will really hurt this kinda play on a consistent basis. He is also contemplating to switching to double backhand. My take is that he should go with one that he most comfortable with. A player with least amount of unforced errors. When his forehand is on form, he will construct points beautifully.

2) Nizlan 12870 pts

I change the forehand swing to make the swing slightly longer for more power and there's an improvement on the backhand (ie: thanks to Dan who keep hitting the ball to my backhand). Still cannot volley however but is pushing hard for the no 1 spot.

3) Jermyn 7800 pts

The first serve and volleyer on our roster. He is slowly catching up on points as he didnt participate in the early tourny this year. Thanks to him, me and ben have been forced to serve as such we have improve quite a bit. Lacking in stamina kills him at times but he loves to shorten points by approaching the net as many times as possible.

4) Dan 5060 pts

The youngest player in the roster is improving bit by bit. He joined SP tennis Club but soon was found AWOL by the club. He was caught watching Iraq vs Singapore live on channel 5 during the club training wearing Jumaat Jantan jersey!!!

5) Tong & Shona $6000 fine

They have attended less than 10 session this year and was subjected to $6,000 fine. The monies goes to charity and for the seats recently bought for the Pasir Ris Court. Recently they attended the session and Tong is still faster than a bullet with a terrifying back hand slice but forehand is missing however. Shona is still a great doubles player with a gd double backhand.

6) Melvin Stone Dead Forever

My newest Co-WeaPoN of MaSS DesTruKtioN

I have officially re-sign a new deal with Dunlop Sport. This time the weapon of choice is the "Biomimetic 300" which is currently used by Spanish Fernando Verdasco. Verdasco is not my one of my favourite player so he is not the reason for me to play with this new stick. One of the main reason is to have a different kinda stick to my current aerogel 500 tour. I love the power that aerogel 500 tour possess but I feel a different kinda weapon will make things more interesting and more enjoyable.

I had a review of it yesterday hitting with co-player Ben. I must say that I will need time to adjust to the new weapon because of my current aggressive playing style. It doesn't possessed as much power but very reliable on slice and lob. The control and feel is also great. However, I feel that I should have tension it lower at 53 instead of 55. As such, I feel my rankings may fall within this short period but once I get a hang of it, things could get interesting.

Plus, its a one day old racquet with lots scratches as it flew off my hand while I was trying to hit a forehand. I'm really looking forward to next Friday to hit with the Gang (esp with Dan and Tong who were missing). Dan is like me trying to figure our new weapon and my match with Tong is my favourite so far becuz of the power and pace of the game. That's how I like my tennis in playing and watching, "Power and Pace!!!!"

Burghley Open - Saturday Night Time Special

There has never been more at stake for today's Burghley Open. The no 1 spot is open to all (yes, even Tong could jump to no 1 by today)!! Unfortunately, Daniel will miss tonight's tournament as he will be leading the Great Singapore Workout held in Marina Barrage.

First up on court 3, we have Lan vs Ben. The current top 2 players. Lan has never held the no 1 spot so tonight might be the day. Ben the current top player will be looking for his placement and accuracy to be clicking tonight to stay atop. Lan who is not a big fan of night games will face a monumental task ahead of tonight's clash. Will they live up to the best match ever in November 2010?? Its Power vs Placement!!!

Next up, battle of the Latinos. Speed vs power. Matches between Tong and Lan has always been about who will cracked first!! Who will make that error?? It will be all gun blazing tennis, no holding back, heavy ground strokes trading, baseline rallies and no rest for the wicked!!!

The Main Event, Tong Vs Ben. One of the biggest rivalry in north east history, two very different player despite having some blood relation. Tong will use his speed and STORM to pressure Ben to submission while Ben will use his tactical abilities to force Tong into errors?? Tong has made his intention clear to be No1 while Ben will be trying to maintain his top ranking for at least one more week.

No matter what happens it will be no holds barred, extreme rules, hell in a cell triple threat matches!!!

Review of my WeaPoN of MaSS DestruKtioN

Dunlop aerogel 500tour has been my weapon of choice for nearly 6 months now. Let me analysis the stick on how it has improve my game.

Groundstrokes: 8.5

Has great power in this racquet which compliment my baseline play. It does have a pretty decent control for a power racquet. Definitely helps in cutting down the unforced errors.

Volley: unknown

I cant comment on this because volleying is not my forte. Maybe when I learn to volley then I will a score.

Serve: 6.8

Pretty decent racquet to put serves in but this is another area I need to work on both pace and placement for the serve.

Returns: 9

This is my favourite part of the racquet. I am able to generate good power and depth for the return which keeps my opponent at the baseline for most part.

Overall Review: I must say I made the right choice as of this moment with aerogel 500tour. Currently, Dunlop is offering Biomimetic 300 which is a provides more control than the current 500 tour. Prince has always try to sign me back and offering "Rebel 95" and of cuz Technifibre Tflash is also on my mind.

I have also renew my contract with Lotto top and 3 quarter bottoms. Le coq sportif will also co-sponsor me with some tops and addidas special 3 quarter pants. Both brands apparently paid royalties to Lotto or they"ll be shoot mafia style if they dont.

Djokovic and Montfils in French Music video

Novak and Gael stars in French MV, Hello. Funny.

Shocker: Babolat ends deal with Tong

Babolat Lyon has released a statement to the press this morning stating that they have officially ended their contract with now World No. 4, Tong "Gonzo", but refusing to cite any reason to the move. Tennis Dailies spoke to Babolat's local distributing agent, Marcel Desailly to get more of the story. "Well, all I can sez, tenniz ze like football, le balls are round, you move around with zem. It was amicable, I met with him and I wished him all ze best." Desailly, the man who signed Tong to Babolat 3 years back, in a move that would see him co- developed "Magic Game", and later be endorsed like his idol and good friend, Fernando Gonzalez, by the "Pure Storm" series. It was later mentioned that the move took place because Tong refused to update his endorsement to the 2011 Pure Storm rackets, for he found the new "Pure Storm GT" to be... not as aesthetically inclined as the current "Pure Storm Tour" he is using. Oh well...

Later in Straubing, Germany...

It is true! Volkl has made an official approach to Tong enticing him with the new, the dynamic, the powerful... and not forgetting, the aesthetically driven Organix 10. It was confirmed by Volkl's local distributing agent, Matthias Sammer. "Ja! He likes. Bee Beee Zhe Fur HarSS89VN##$#" (Tennis Dailies could not make out rest of conversation.)

Can it be happening? Tong's current endorsement for "Pure Storm" expires in later 2011. Will Babolat takes a detour? Or will it be... Au Revoir Lyon, Hallo Straubing? Stay tuned to Tennis Dailies to find out more, the one Daily for your daily tennis kick!

Back from the storm/The End

Back From the Storm

We are pleased to annouce that Tong and Shona have rejoined the tour. Tong who has been away with his non-profit projects seems to have no problem adjusting back to his game. From what I have seen, he should be challenging for the top spot sooner rather than later. With his speedy agile play, who can weather this "PURE STORM"????

The End

We will no longer be part of the Sengkang world tour as the Compasspoint Karate's has taken over the court to built their karate fortress!! Burghley will be our new home..

Rankings

1) Ben - 8750

2) Lan - 8690

3) Dan - 8250**

4) Tong - 8190 *

5) Shona - 6500

* Tong low ranking due missing the first few games..

** Dan will debut with a new outfit and weapon this sunday at our new homeground "Burghley"