HIGHER LEARNING FOR YOUR GAME

COACHES:

Director: Taka Bertrand
Head Women’s Tennis Coach  - ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY

Head women’s tennis coach, Taka Bertrand is in the midst of her first season at the helm of St. John’s.  Bertrand comes to SJU after a successful year at the University of Chicago.  As head coach for the University of Chicago’s men’s and women’s tennis programs this past season, Bertrand led the women’s squad to the school’s first appearance in the Division III National Championship while leading the men’s squad to a final ranking of 30th in Division III and an 11-9 overall record.

Bertrand took over the reins of both Maroons programs after serving as an assistant for two seasons. During those two seasons, the women’s team made it to consecutive Division III Final Four appearances and the men’s team made it to the NCAA regional finals in 2011.

Her success during the 2011 season was recognized when she was honored as the ITA Women’s Assistant Coach of the Year for Division III.

Prior to joining the Maroons coaching staff, Bertrand starred at Vanderbilt University where she left as a four-time All-SEC selection and the school’s all-time leader in singles victories (124).

After earning SEC Freshman of the Year honors in 2004-05, Bertrand was named SEC Player of the Year her sophomore season when she posted an undefeated conference record of 11-0 and an overall record of 25-3.

STAFF:
The coaching staff of the Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camp is hand selected by the camp director and features a mix of college coaches and top college players.  Each staff member is selected for their ability to teach and relate to young players in a friendly, thorough and responsible manner. Safety and fun, as well as strong communication skills and teaching ability are prioritized.

MORE INFORMATION:

AIRPORT INFORMATION:

If you are interested in flying into the camp at St. John’s University, the closest airports are:

• La Guardia International Airport (LGA) – 8 miles from Campus
• John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) – 8 miles from Campus

To arrange for pickup from the airport, please contact the Premier Sports Camp office via email PRIOR TO REGISTRATION.

WHAT TO BRING:

Our day camps are very busy days, filled with social and recreational activities, in addition to 5.5 to 6 hours of tennis each day. Campers should pack all the items that they desire to be able to enjoy these packed days.

• Tennis Racket(s)
• Tennis Shoes
• Tennis Clothes
• Tennis Towel
• Tennis Shoes
• Filled Water Bottle
• Packed Lunch
• Sun Screen

PROGRAMS OFFERED:

TRADITIONAL CAMPS:

Our traditional tennis camps (non match-play or college prep) are designed to focus on the fundamentals and swing techniques of the modern tennis strokes. Some of the areas of focus for each level include:

• Beginners: The beginning level player will be introduced to the basics of the game. Emphasis will be placed on stroke production and the technical aspects of the swing in an effort to teach these young players sound fundamentals from the ground up.
• Intermediate: Intermediate level players will also focus on fundamental stroke production (to ensure proper technique), but will also be in put into game play situations to introduce these players to the competitive side of the game.
• Advanced: The more advanced players will work with stroke production in a competitive environment, but will also be introduced to the basic strategies of the game.
• High School / Tournament: Varsity high school and tournament players will focus on the strategic and competitive aspects of the game. Although there will be attention spent on the stroke fundamentals, more emphasis will be placed on point progression, court positioning, patterns and sequences, percentage plays and live ball drill work.

CAMP SCHEDULE:

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TESTIMONIALS:

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