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22 Hello!!! Jayner Foronda here from sunny and classy San Diego. I teach out of Naval Base, San Diego, California: home of the world’s greatest Navy. I’ve been playing tennis since I was fi ve with the help of my dad who served as a sailor for twenty years, but when I was nine we moved to the Philippines and I had to stop playing until I was fi fteen. Since then, I played as much as I can, whenever I can. I’ve been the pro at the world renowned 32nd Street Naval base since 2009 and I must say that out of the various tennis experiences, whether playing, teaching or watching, nothing beats being around the people of the Armed Forces and their family members. Maybe I’m biased due to the fact that I myself have served in the United States Navy for over a decade, but I sincerely believe that teaching the game to these wonderful people just makes the experience even sweeter. Due to the nature of the military’s occupation, I’ve seen students come and go on a very regular basis. At times, it’s tough to see a student and friend leave especially when I’ve witnessed how they’ve improved. But it’s just as awesome to see a new one come and watch them progress. It’s just like watching your child grow right in front of you. While teaching at the base, I’ve had the experience of teaching a variety of players both young and old, individually and in groups but my favorite is teaching the little ones as I have just as much fun as they have when we have a lesson. Having two kids of my own defi nitely helped me have the mind-set for teaching the youngsters. Liquid Outer Coating 4 Monofilament polyester fiber core 8 Layer Multifilament Wrap FXP TOUR Often, great progress is achieved through small details. HEAD FXP Tour combines a 4 monofilament polyester fiber core with an 8 layer multifilament wrap and liquid outer coating. This unique construction reduces vibration while increasing power and durability. FXP Tour is perfect for all levels of players who are looking to utilize the benefits of polyester in a powerful, comfortable string. THE FUSION OF POWER AND COMFORT WHAT’S YOUR GAME? FIND OUT AT HEAD.COM/TENNIS HEAD is the Official String of the USPTA continued on page 19
continued from previous page While I teach tennis on a part-time basis, I teach advanced electronics full-time as a contractor for our sailors at the Fleet Training Center - San Diego. As if teaching on base wasn’t enough time to be around the military folk, I also volunteer for the Balboa Warriors Athletic Program (BWAP). This is an athletic program for our military heroes who are undergoing rehabilitation at the Balboa Medical Center. I volunteer at least once a month and have been part of the program for a year now. It’s a great honor to work beside fellow USPTA pros to help rehabilitate our warriors to overcome their disabilities sustained in the service of our country. It is truly an inspiration just to be around our true American heroes and playing, yes... playing and having fun with our wonderful sport. I always felt that if playing professionally wasn’t a career option, teaching and coaching was defi nitely the best alternative. My dream is to have my own academy and to coach tennis full-time. As I continue my journey of making my dreams come true, I hope that tennis will be a conduit to making your dreams a reality too. I would just like to extend my thanks to Nelson Alapi, Steve Kappes, Ken Heidman, Geoff Griffi n, Mary Alice Hillier, Tom O'Brien, Keith Barksdale, Don Gomsi, Alan Chang, Eddie Acuna and San Diego Tennis Hall of Famer Robert Bacon, all fellow USPTA Pros who have given me unique and unforgettable opportunities through our awesome organization. Thank you and may your strokes be smooth and your double-faults be at a minimum. Jay Foronda USPTA 23
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