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Program History
Dates and Memorable Events
2009/2010
Teams
- Entered a team into the FCPTL division seven: D7
2009
Teams
- D3 team advances to D2 for 2009-10 season
- D3 team captures D3 spring playoffs
Tournaments
- D2 Allyn Michalek & Chris Budden FCPTL Invitational champions
2008/09
Teams
- Entered a second team into the Thursday Night A League
- D4 team moved up to D3 division
Facilities
- Installed new lights on Paddle courts
- Both courts have been resurfaced
3 Teams entered the pre-season Patterson Paddle Tournament
1 Team entered the Sound Shore Tournament
2007/08
Teams
- Entered into the Thursday Night A League
FCPTL Match Play
D4 - Captured Division Title
D6 - 5th Place Finish
FCTPL Inviational Results (main draws):
D2 - Bob Morse & Brian Coughlin, Finalists
D3 - Allyn Michalek & Hank Driver, Champions
D5 - Paul Sachs & Alberto Vogel, Finalists
2006/07
Developed website
- Entered into a second team in FCPTL Play
D5 - Captured Division Title - Moved to D4
D6 - 6th Place Finish
FCTPL Inviational Results (main draws):
D4 - Allyn Michalek & Hank Driver, Champions
D5 - Alberto Vogel & Peter Szemenyei, Semi-finalists
2005/06
Italian Center of Stamford returns to competitive play after 14-year+ hiatis
Established the Program - Philosophy of Inclusion
Entered into a team in FCPTL Play
D6 - Captured Division Title - Moved to D5
FCTPL Inviational Results (main draws):
D5 - Allyn Michalek & Hank Driver, Champions
D5 - Paul Sachs & Thor Crone, Semi-finalists
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Instruction
Director of IC Paddle Instruction:
Hank Driver
Tip of the Month
Back Side Screens
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12-10-2006 |
The back side screens can be difficult to play, but with good footwork, they can be an offensive opportunity. They lend themselves to offense because the ball is traveling forward. If your opponent in front of you is tucking in close to the net, you can hit an offensive lob down the line. If they positioned off the net, a tricky drive will get them to reach and set up a short ball. Maybe for your partner and they’ll be out of position! Here’s how from the ad court:
Home base-Line up your left foot on the 2nd board from the singles line 2 steps behind the baseline. (Picture 1)
As the ball is traveling by you, shuffle behind the alley and let the ball get near you as it passes you. Your paddle should be set waist height and in front of you. (Picture 2)
As the ball leaves the back screen, take 3 more steps. If you take just 2 steps, those steps will be too long and you’ll be lunging. Caution- Don’t move forward too early. Allow the ball to travel out in front of you. Note that my feet are on the same board for good balance. (Picture 3)
With the ball in front of you, you can peripherally see if your opponent is tight to the net or off the net. If they’re close, lob down the line. Off the net, hit an off speed drive. Your follow through should be smooth and complete. (Pictures 4 & 5) Make sure your preparation for both shots looks the same. This will make you an offensive screen player and a difficult opponent to play.
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