What a summer! The weather has been all over the place. Normally throughout the summer we get sunny, hot, humid mornings which makes it seem like we’re playing tennis in a sauna. But this summer, there have been a lot of mornings where the courts have been washed out due to morning storms. Thank you, Tennis Program staff, for taking such great care of the courts. I know it’s been a huge challenge.
Speaking of staff, I’d like to highlight the amazing people we have working in the Landings tennis program. First up is Tyler Cooper, Assistant Tennis Professional. Tyler was born in Miami, Florida, but spent his childhood in Nassau, Bahamas. He was introduced to tennis when he was seven and knew it was the sport for him! Tyler took lessons at The National Tennis Center in Nassau, then attended the Everett Tennis Summer Tennis Camp in Boca Raton, Florida. Both in high school and university, he played on the school tennis teams. After graduating from FGCU with a Communications degree, he decided he wanted to pursue tennis as a career. He obtained his certification to teach tennis, and The Landings is lucky to be where he teaches. On a personal note, Tyler taught me to play tennis. Not only did he teach me to play tennis, but he also taught me to love the game.
Sylvia Linton, Tennis Shop Assistant since October 2023, was born and raised in Warren, Michigan. Before she became a valued member of The Landings Tennis staff, Sylvia obtained a B.A. (with Honors) from Wayne State University, then a Juris Doctor Degree from U of Toledo College of Law. Her career in Law included being Staff Attorney to Bay County Circuit Judge Lawrence M. Bielawski; then sole appellate attorney for the Bay County Prosecutor’s Office. For many years Sylvia competed in triathlons and Ironman competitions. She no longer competes but still does 20–50-mile bicycle rides on her days off. We need to get Sylvia on the tennis courts!
Sylvia Linton, Tennis Shop Assistant
In the coming months I’ll be featuring more of our wonderful tennis program staff.
Once again, from October 5 to 6, the Landings will host an event for Ladies Doubles with LCWTL ratings from 2.5 to 3.0 minus. The Les Petites Tournament will give women a great chance for a fun and competitive weekend of tennis. Landings Tennis community: please come out to watch and cheer on these women!
