Here’s a fun fact! The same pros won last week for their human XTS photo. They took their winnings and bought the slip-n-slide (in this week’s winning picture) for the student’s enjoyment and a reprieve from the heat! You guys are the best!

Calling all staff, and students, too – keep submitting photos! Who knows? You may be next week’s winner!

Calling all staff, and now students, too – keep submitting photos! Who knows? You may be next week’s winner!

Calling all staff – keep submitting photos! Who knows? You may be next week’s winner!

As the fifth set was played, with neither competitor giving in to their opponent, the match ultimately became a mind-boggling 59-59 tie in games.  Incredibly, the fifth set alone lasted for 7 hours and 6 minutes.  The match had to be suspended at 9:00pm local time Wednesday night because of darkness, and was scheduled to resume Thursday morning.

“I had to get over the fact that this match was not ‘arranged’,” exclaimed our own Julian Krinsky. “I concluded that Wimbledon still rewards a big serve – even though they have slowed down the balls and the grass is slower than when I played there!”

On Thursday, when the match resumed, Isner and Mahut were both determined to be the winner of the marathon.  But after playing 20 games on Thursday morning, a winner finally emerged.  John Isner claimed the victory with a final score of 70-68 in the fifth set.  The duration of the match was 11 hours and 5 minutes. What an epic match between these two competitors!

To read the full original story, visit espn.com.

Photo: Glyn Kirk-Pool/Getty

Punch began playing tennis at the age of 9 years old. It was only 10 years later that he became a pro, at the age of 19.  “All my life it’s been my dream,”  says Punch.  “It’s nice to be able to compete on this level.  The fact that I lost the opportunity years ago was frustrating, because of an injury that I had.  I grew up beating some of the guys playing right now.  So, I know I can compete with these guys.  Now, I must use this opportunity that I have.”

His journey to the U.S. Open will begin on July 22nd-25th in Atlanta, GA at the Atlanta Athletic Club  (during the Olympus U.S. Open Series Atlanta Tennis Championships).

We are so proud of Punch! Join us in wishing him the best of luck!

I’m not one to toot my own horn, but TOOT TOOT.  “We’re honored and humbled by our listing,” says camp owner Julian Krinsky.  “We strive consistently to provide exceptional experiences for our students, and it’s nice to see my staff’s hard work recognized.”  So, everyone from the Julian Krinsky Camps & Programs family would like to extend a huge thank you to our friends at Be Well Philly.

Here’s to another great summer!

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“At times, it’s difficult to fight the stench of stagnant water, the sting of bees, the constant pursuit of ticks, but we must brave the elements of lateral highway danger to ensure the well-being of our family members,” says Human Resource Director Jennifer Walker.  Adopting a highway is not a decision that we take lightly.  When you welcome him or her into your family, you accept a sacred responsibility to dress annually in an orange bib, grab a trash bag and keep that baby clean.  My colleague Carrie Kayser reminds me that the cleanup was a team effort.  I concur with her assessment, but admit to having selfish motives for the act. During the cleanup efforts, I found a birthday present for my brother.  (Who throws away a perfectly good Mongo Jerry CD?)  I guess the old saying is, in fact, true: One man’s roadside garbage is another man’s birthday present for an older brother.  That is a saying, right?

Most people play tennis for one of two reasons – to learn a sport that they can play all their life or to play in leagues, play for their school or compete in USTA tournaments. In both cases, for any kid to become a complete tennis player, it takes a good amount of time spent on the court and having fun doing it.

Tennis coaches at JKST offer private and semi private lessons which help kids develop good technique and form. To supplement these lessons, a wide array of clinics are offered which help kids compete with their peers and put to use what they have learned during their lessons. Since clinics involve more activity than private lessons, kids also get a chance to improve their fitness level and hone their competitive instincts in a friendly environment.

While taking lessons and playing in clinics help develop their game, tennis is really an individual sport as unlike football or basketball where the coaches play a vital role in the final outcome. Therefore, playing practice matches become essential in the development of any tennis player.

According to USPTR qualified coach Carl Richards, “kids need to take lessons, play in clinics and participate in match play in order to develop their game.”  At JKST match play is offered for both kids and adults.  At JKST players can focus on improving their all-around game.

Remember, tennis is a sport for a lifetime and one of the most fun ways to get a great workout.

Does a champion make a sandwich or a sandwich make a champion?  Last weekend at the Honda Classic, the latter proved more accurate.  It was hard to miss Columbia’s Camilo Villegas eating his pre-packed sandwich on the 7^th hole during the final round.  Perhaps, we can contribute the victory to the resident chef at the PGA National Resort and Spa.

All kidding aside, this sandwich highlights the fact that – when it comes to preparation – PGA champions leave no stone unturned.  This begins with packing your bag.

Apart from golf balls, tees, gloves, rain gear, pitch fork and the other obligatory items, golfers consistently forget one item: healthy snacks and drinks to keep hydrated and focused for 18 holes.

As golf becomes increasingly more competitive at every level, good nutrition and hydration have assumed an important role. To fully maximize all the hours of hard work you put into developing your skills, your body also needs the right kind of fuel. Try to pack a high-protein low carbohydrate snack and remember to eat before you get hungry.  If you wait to get hungry on the course, it’s usually too late; your blood sugar is already dropping, causing subsequent difficulty in concentration. Julian Krinsky Master Golf Professional Grant Griffiths recommends that all his golfers, “pack healthy snacks in their bag such as fruit, nuts, chicken sandwiches, water and even protein shakes.”  He reminds them constantly, “Stay away from fast foods and always remember the saying from Gary Player ‘Eat Hamburger, Play Hamburger.’”

This weekend is the Puerto Rico Open at Trump International Golf Club in Puerto Rico.   Last year’s winner, Michael Bradley, won a purse of $630,000. Stay posted for highlights from the tournament and the lesson of the week.

AP Reuters reports that this could be the actual sandwich consumed.

Sunday, February 28th

1pm – The Roslyn Claremont Hotel – Roslyn, NY

1pm – Residence Inn by Marriott – White Plains, NY

5pm – Upper East Side Courtyard by Marriott on 92nd St. – New York, NY

5pm – Hilton Short Hills – Short Hills, NJ

Plus, you’ll receive a special tuition price for attending!  We hope to see you there.