Zen Tennis: October 2009

THE BASIN

This Blog is dedicated to all of the people past and present who are or have been a part of the unique Winnekenni Basin Tennis scene in Haverhill Massachusetts for nigh on twenty odd years.The cast of characters and players is as long, diverse and ever changing as life itself. They belong to all walks of life and professions and have ranged in ages from five to seventy years old, both male and female. This site is not just about tennis, but rather the fascinating interaction of people and events that transpire when any group of people gather together to share in a common experience.

Zeke (4/2008)

Saturday, October 17, 2009

The Iceman Cometh

Zeke & Viagra Vic vs. Mighty Joe & Journeyman Jeff (6-2, 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-3).

Only the hardiest of new England souls would be playing tennis outside with the temperature hovering around 40 degrees with a good wind blowing to boot. I believe they said with the wind chill it equaled 30 degrees. this was a classic five set battle with Viagra Vic & Zeke coming out on top in the end. It was all about the serve and who wanted it more. Joe had Jeff as an anchor and any time we were down we could count on hitting to Jeff for the point, His unorthodox doubles movement also messed Joe game up a bit causing miss hits. Any time Mighty Joe is swearing and making like he is going to smash or throw his racket you know you are doing well.