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Letters from happy parents... |
| May
2009
"What
your camps do so well is encourage every player - no matter
what their level - to be the best they can be. Your knowledge
of the game, technical expertise and most of all, the enthusiasm
you pass on to the campers is unrivaled."
- Peter Kendall, Father of Will Kendall, former camper and
current Varsity player at the University of Indiana
August
2008
Dear Ed:
I
wanted once again to compliment you on running an exemplary
program for aspiring college tennis players.
My
son attended the first session at Lehigh during the summer
of 2008 and he had an unparalleled experience there. In fact,
he marks that week as one of the best of his entire
life. The coaching staff was superlative, and was
generous with time, attention and mentoring. Although my son
has been playing tennis for many years and has had the benefit
of some wonderful coaches previously, it was during the week
at Ed Krass tennis camp that he made a quantum leap
in his game both physically and mentally. I would
have to also comment on the developmental growth that I observed
after his return from your camp. His insights into his mental
game and emotional barriers that had interfered with optimal
playing were as valuable as any lesson in serve or groundstroke
could have been.
Thank you again for a wonderful experience that we all shared
via your camp. And also thanks for your ongoing support and
encouragement as we finalize our choices for college and tennis.
Sincerely yours,
Sara Merwin |
| July
2008
Dear Mr. Krass,
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you
for giving my daughter Samantha a wonderful experience this
past week at Brown. Samantha was thrilled with the program
from beginning to end. She found the instruction to
be invaluable - incomparable to anything that she
has been exposed to over her past five years as a tennis player.
She was excited to reiterate all of the strategic tips imparted
by you and your coaching staff, chatting for the entire four
hour trip home. Likewise, she thoroughly enjoyed learning
the "one on one doubles" game, and looks forward
to practicing and playing it. She could not believe how her
volley improved in just five days!
Thank you for your and your coaches' terrific
knowledge, instruction and energy! Samantha hopes to be able
to join your camp again next summer.
Sincerely,
Judy Gann
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June
2008
Coach Krass,
My daughter, Renee, attended your college
tennis exposure camp last week at USF. She has not
stopped talking about her experience since.
When first introduced to your camp, I was
skeptical. So many tennis camps proclaim to be the best at
what they do and promise an exciting and fulfilling experience.
Meanwhile, mom and dad scramble to pay the exorbitant cost
only to find that their child learned very little. After several
nudges, I took the leap of faith and sent Renee away for a
week.
Renee (nka "R - D") is one of those
kids that became interested in tennis late in her life, but
has devoted herself to the sport ever since. Her tournament
experience is non-existent compared to those kids that have
been swinging a racquet since birth. Yet her dream is to play
college tennis and she is willing to make huge sacrifices
to accomplish this task (this dream being second only to one
day becoming a great doctor responsible for finding cures
to diseases that most of us will never be able to pronounce).
Her ranking in Florida is inconsistent with her skill, as
is her tennis recruiting status on a website that apparently
every coach in the free world reviews to measure a child's
recruitability. At least this is what she has been told by
several coaches who have come to know her. She has had her
share of heartbreaking news that she is not interesting as
a recruit because of a number which has been attached to her
name.
The minute "R - D" arrived at USF,
her eyes lit up and a crooked little smile took up residence
on her freckled face. This was going to be a great adventure.
And so it was.
From beginning to end, this kid had the time
of her life. My two hour ride home was full of intricate details
including descriptive tennis drills to the "do's and
don'ts" of calling college coaches to personality profiles
of the excellent coaching staff that assisted in making your
camp an uplifting and incredible experience. You were affectionately
described as an "Eveready Bunny" due to your non-stop
(positive) energy. Renee bonded with many of the coaches during
her short stay and came home overwhelmed with relief because
she had been given a chance to work hard and be recognized
by many wonderful coaches in our tennis community. With a
bit more hard work and some luck, she may realize her dream
next year.
So, thanks for putting together such a great
program and thanks to those coaches that make the experience
unforgettable. I believe it has helped Renee immensely in
setting her goals and taking responsibility for her future
in tennis and in life.
Sincerely,
Cynthia Dietz
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In the News... |
This
is an except from the December 2003/January 2004 issue of Tennis
Week magazine. The full story can be read on page 63 of the
magazine.
Rallying with Crystal Balls: Tennis Week asked some of America's
top coaches what's ahead.
Ed Krass, whose College Tennis Exposure Camps have prepared
high school players for the next level since 1989, sees a need
to bring the past into the future. You can hear his dedication
to the mission of improving serve and volley skills when talking
about his "one-on-One doubles championships," money tournaments
requiring players to serve and volley, and playing "cross-court"
tennis.
Kids need to "slow things down and take notes of the right techniques
and strategies," says Krass. Too many injuries come from poor
technique and players worried only about how hard, not how well,
the ball can be hit. Unless coaches correctly teach technique
-- the right open stance to allow for "natural" hip rotation,
for example -- players will be killed off before age 35.
Krass's vision of the future: "It is kind of ridiculous to go
back to the old technology, but we can return to some of the
ideas from the old court game." |
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Read what college coaches are saying about the College Tennis
Exposure Camp... |
"This
camp is an excellent opportunity for junior players to showcase
their skills and receive specific feedback from college coaches
representing every level of the game."
Dave Shook, Head Men's & Women's Coach, Lehigh University |
"Absolutely
the best tennis camp in the country for juniors looking to improve
all facets of their game. It truly prepares juniors for the
rigors and demands of college tennis."
Gary Glassman, Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach, Stony Brook
University |
"Ed
Krass is probably the most innovative and energetic coach in
the tennis profession today. Ed's network of college coaching
contacts will yield tremendous results for any junior."
Tim Gray, Head Women's Coach, Auburn University |
"The
College Tennis Exposure Camp is a tennis heaven for the serious
tournament player that wants to improve their ranking and matchplay
under the skillful eyes of top college coaches."
Tim Smith, Head Men's Coach, Marist College |
"With
the shortage of college scholarships out there, many talented
and hopeful players get misplaced or miss out on a great college
experience due to the wrong connections. Ed Krass and his many
years of experience in the college ranks and expertise in coaching
top juniors, is the perfect middleman to help our nation's college-bound
players. His program is much overdue!"
Chuck Kriese, Former Head Men's Coach, Clemson University (Winningest
Coach in ACC History) |
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what our campers and parents are saying about their College
Tennis Exposure Camp experience... |
"The
College Tennis Exposure Camp is the best camp in the country
for players who are seriously interested in playing college
tennis."
Mike Kossoff, Former Varsity Player, Bowling
Green State University |
"The
College Tennis Exposure Camp was not only a great learning experience,
but it helped me land a college scholarship."
Jeff Baker, Former Varsity Player, University
of South Florida |
"I
attended the College Tennis Exposure Camp and recommend it to
any player who is eager to play college tennis. You are seen
and recognized by prominent college coaches from around the
country."
William Murphy, Former Varsity Player, Furman
University |
"The
College Tennis Exposure Camp was unforgettable. I learned many
things that improved my tennis game and the camp made me care
for and love tennis even more! Continue doing the excellent
job that you and your magnificent group of coaches are doing!"
Melyssa Vasquez-Jimenez, Top-Ranked Junior Player,
Puerto Rico |
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