Tuesday, August 1, 2017

November - December 2017


Getting Ready For Christmas Break...!


Junior Team Tennis Fall 2017:  It was a great season of smiley faces and two teams qualifying for the State Championships...! 

December 2017 Message:

Dear Tennis Friends,

I am teaching my regular schedule through December 22, then I go into Christmas break mode which includes invitational camps, fun tournaments, play days, and increased availability for private lessons by appointment.  Text or email me if you need details about camps or lessons.  Its been an amazing year for tennis in the Hill Country area.  Thanks for the opportunity to serve your tennis needs!


Merry Christmas from Sam, Monica, and Elijah!



ABOUT COACH SAM:  Coach Sam Chadwell has been involved in the tennis industry for nearly thirty years as a player, coach, and community organizer. Sam is currently employed as a tennis professional at Blossom Tennis Center in San Antonio, Head Tennis Coach for Calvary Baptist Academy New Braunfels and is also working in partnership with the City of San Marcos and USTA-Texas to provide player development programs and activities for San Marcos and surrounding hill country area communities.

Sam is a committed Christian and is always ready to give a testimony for the hope that dwells within him.  Sam has held numerous rankings and won many awards throughout his tennis career but considers surrendering his life to Jesus Christ as his life's greatest accomplishment. To God be the Glory.

Professional Coaching:  Sam is available for group and private tennis lessons by appointment. Text 713-818-9109 to schedule an appointment.

Private Tennis Lessons:  Pay as you go:  $60/ hour.  Lesson can be semi private and you can split the cost with a doubles partner or friend.  Family Lessons are also available at the private private lesson rate.  Unlimited family members = same hourly rate.

Save Money With Lesson Package Deals:  $50/hour package price.  Must purchase 2 or more lessons in advance


Pay For Your Private Lessons Online





     

UPCOMING EVENTS / WEEKEND SCHEDULE:




Saturday, Dec  23     10 and Under Tennis Clinic at Blossom Tennis Center  8:30 to 10 AM

Dec 26-28                JTT Match Play Camp at Blossom 2-4:30 PM

Dec 26-28               10 and Under Red & Orange Ball Camp at Blossom 4:30-6 PM

Saturday, Dec 30     Private Lessons at Blossom Tennis Center all day

Monday, Jan 1         New Year's Adult Fun Tournament at Blossom 2 to 4:30 PM

Jan 2-4                    JTT Match Play Camp at Blossom 2-4:30 PM

Jan 2-4                   10 and Under Red & Orange Ball Camp at Blossom 4:30-6 PM

Fri, Jan 5                Friday Night Family Tennis Fun Night at Blossom 6:30-8:30 PM

more dates / activities to be added soon.

Text 713-818-9109 to register or inquire about a lesson or program    


Blossom Tennis Center:
Tennis Center Address 12002 Jones-Maltsberger Rd, San Antonio, Tx 78216
  • Private Tennis Lessons (adults and juniors)
  • Morning single and doubles strategy drills
  • Homeschool Tennis
  • Evening Adult Drills (Beginner/intermediate)
  • Saturday Elementary Class 
  • Saturday Adult Drills (Beginner/Intermediate)
  • Junior Team Tennis opportunities
  • Register for Saturday group classes online: http://blossomtennis.com
  • Phone / Text Coach Sam to schedule an appointment or to answer a question.


San Marcos Spring 2018 Programs 
Lesson Location:  Rio Vista Park:  555 Cheatham, San Marcos Tx, 78666 
Spring Classes Start Feb 19.  Online registration opens January 15: 
 https://txhotshots.siplay.com
  • Hot Shots 10 and Under program:  Mondays 5 to 6:00 PM
  • Hot Shots Jr High and High School program:  Mondays 5 to 6:00 PM
  • Adult Beginner Program:  Mondays 6 to 7 PM
  • Adult Play Nights:  / Mondays 7:15 to 8:45 PM
Session One starts Feb 19.

Contact Coach Sam Chadwell with questions
Text / voicemail:  713-818-9109
Email:  coachsam@chadwelltennis.com
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/parksandracquetssanmarcos/



Calvary Baptist Academy, New Braunfels, Tx

The Calvary Baptist Academy Firebirds recently completed a very successful 2017 spring season winning 8 medals at their State Meet.

Home schoolers are welcome to join our team.  No experience necessary.  We will teach you how to play.  Contact Coach Sam at 713-818-9109 to schedule a try out.

December Update:  We are in off season mode.

Spring tennis season runs Feb 24 through April 7.   Practice, match play, and tournament competition will be played primarily on Fridays and Saturdays.

Our Home Facility is Blossom Tennis Center,  12002 Jones-Maltsberger Rd, San Antonio, Tx 78216.  Off season classes and activities are available now.

The CBA tennis team does not have official practices scheduled in the fall, but players interested  to join the CBA spring tennis season are encouraged to practice on their own year round to achieve the best possible results.  Check with Coach Sam for off season training options like Junior Team Tennis, private lessons, and other local extra curricular tennis events.  Let's Go, Firebirds!


Home School Tennis Groups: Spring 2018

San Marcos Rio Vista Park, Mondays, 4 to 5 PM
New Braunfels Prince Solms Park, Tuesdays 1-2 PM



Home School Tennis is one of Coach Sam's great passions.  He has been working in home school communities since the 1990's and is a home school parent, himself.  The core tenant of home school tennis is games based fun family time in a relaxed tennis environment.   Cost for a four group lesson package is $40 for an individual and $75 for a family age 8 through adult.  Separate classes can also be organized for children age 5-7.  Loaner racquets are also available.  Fall sessions are about to begin, but you can get started any time.  And if you don't see a time slot or lesson location that fits your family's needs contact Sam about other events and options.  Let's Play Tennis!


USTA Junior Team Tennis for
San Antonio and the Hill Country Area

Spring Travel Team Season Starts Feb 2018
Deadline to register:  Jan 31


Spring season consists of Sunday afternoon play dates: TBA
Cost for season:  $40 payable to USTA via Tennis Link online registration.
Contact Coach Sam for Team ID and registration instructions.

Team Practice Dates  
Age Group 12's, 14's, 16-18's Saturdays TBA  2:30 to 4:30 PM at Blossom.
Age Group 10 U Orange / Red Ball  Saturdays TBA 4:30 to 6 PM at Blossom
Cost for practices: $20 pay as you go.  Package rates available (tba)

Contact Sam to be added to the USTA Junior Team Tennis League info update list.
Email  coachsam@chadwelltennis.com   Voicemail / Text  713-818-9109



Check Out Coach Sam's Facebook Pages:

Chadwell Tennis

Parks and Racquets San Marcos

Coach Sam's Hill Country Community Tennis

NEISD Blossom Tennis Center 

Phone or text Sam at 713-818-9109

Email: Coachsam@chadwelltennis.com



This site last updated Sunday, Dec 15, 2017




Monday, June 12, 2017

Summer Tennis Action is in Full Swing


STATE QUALIFIERS..!   Local  junior players from Lockhart and Seguin (pictured above) combined to win the SATA Junior Team Tennis Summer City Championships in the 18 intermediate skill level division.   These young athletes qualified for the USTA Junior Team Tennis Texas Sectional Championships in Beaumont, Texas.

Hill Country Cup Tournament: July 22

  • Adult and junior singles doubles and mixed doubles
  • Entry Fee $25  
  • Deadline for tournament: Monday, July 17.  
  • Questions?  Text 713-818-9109   or Email coachsam@chadwelltennis.com
  • Click the pay now button below to pay your $25 entry fee for the July 22 tournament.  No matches will start before 11 AM.  Tournament match times will be available Thurs July 20


  • ABOUT COACH SAM:  Coach Sam Chadwell has been involved in the tennis industry for over twenty five  years as a player, coach, and community organizer. Sam is currently employed as a tennis professional at Blossom Tennis Center in San Antonio, Head Tennis Coach for Calvary Baptist Academy New Braunfels and is also working in partnership with the City of San Marcos and USTA-Texas to provide player development programs and activities for San Marcos and surrounding hill country area communities.

    Professional Coaching:  Sam is available for group and private tennis lessons by appointment. Text 713-818-9109 to schedule an appointment.

    Private Tennis Lessons:  Pay as you go:  $60/ hour.  Lesson can be semi private and you can split the cost with a doubles partner or friend.  Family Lessons are also available at the private private lesson rate.  Unlimited family members = same hourly rate.

    Save Money With Lesson Package Deals:  $50/hour package price.  Must purchase 2 or more lessons in advance


    Pay For Your Private Lessons Online





    UPCOMING EVENTS / WEEKEND SCHEDULE:

    Saturday, July 8         Blossom Tennis Center all day

    Sunday, July 9           Hill Country Cup, 6:30 to 8:30 PM  Lockhart HS

    Friday, July 14          San Marcos Family Night Rio Vista 6:30 -8:30 PM

    Saturday, July 15      Private Tennis Lessons,  Adult Tennis Fun Night Blossom, 7-9 PM.

    Sunday, July 16       Sam is off

    Friday, July 21         Family Tennis Night Blossom Tennis Center, 7 to 9 PM

    Saturday, July 22     Hill Country Cup JTT Tournament, Seguin HS,  11 AM to 6 PM

    Sunday, July 23       Sam is off



    more dates / activities to be added soon.

    Text 713-818-9109 to register for a program or schedule / inquire about a lesson.


    SUMMER SCHEDULE:   

    Summer programs will be held at multiple locations around the hill country area, San Antonio, and Lake Jackson.

    Registration:  Send Email to coachsam@chadwelltennis.com for camp prices, other payment methods, and additional details.

    San Antonio -Blossom Tennis Center:
    Tennis Center Address 12002 Jones-Maltsberger Rd, San Antonio, Tx 78216
    • Private Tennis Lessons (adults and juniors)
    • Morning single and doubles strategy drills
    • Homeschool Tennis
    • Evening Adult Drills
    • Evening Kids Classes
    • Saturday Elementary Class 
    • Junior Team Tennis opportunities
    • Register for most group classes online: http://blossomtennis.com
    • Phone / Text Coach Sam to schedule an appointment or to answer a question.


    San Marcos Summer Programs 
    Lesson Location:  Rio Vista Park:  555 Cheatham, San Marcos Tx, 78666 


    Calvary Baptist Academy, New Braunfels, Tx

    The Calvary Baptist Academy Firebirds recently completed a very successful 2017 spring season winning 8 medals at their State Meet.  When in season the Firebirds tennis team holds practice Mondays from 6 to 7:30 PM.   We are currently hosting an off season summer training program.

    Home schoolers are welcome to join our team.  No experience necessary.  We will teach you how to play.  Contact Coach Sam at 713-818-9109 to schedule a try out.   For more info go to the Calvary Baptist Academy Athletics tennis page.


    USTA Junior Team Tennis for
    San Antonio and the Hill Country Area

    Off Season Summer League at Blossom Tennis Center:
    Session One:  June 3, 10, 24    (June 24 canceled)
    Session Two:  July 1, 8, 29
    Age Groups:  14U and 18U.  League meets Saturdays from 2:30 to 4:30 PM.  Cost: $40 / session.

    Special Event:  Hill Country Cup Tournament:  July 22 in San Marcos.  $25   Deadline: July 10

    Contact Coach Sam to be added to the Junior Team Tennis League.
    Email  coachsam@chadwelltennis.com   Voicemail / Text  713-818-9109

    Fall league information will be available soon.




    Hill Country Cup Junior Team Tennis Competition

    Hill Country Cup is a tennis competition designed to get junior high and high school players on the court in the summer for organized play days and culminates in a fun season ending team tournament.   

    Participants compete in a series of weekend play days and wrap up the summer with a team tennis tournament against teams from San Antonio and surrounding areas.




    Important Dates and Information for the Hill Country Cup Junior League
    • Hill Country League Play Dates:  June 11, June 30, and July 9  
    • Hill Country Cup Team Tournament: July 22, Times TBA (Seguin HS)
    • Cost:  $40 package, Includes match days and tournament.  
    • Pay as You go individual match days $15 each, tournament: $25  
    • Deadline for tournament: Saturday, July 17.  
    • Questions?  Text 713-818-9109   or Email coachsam@chadwelltennis.com
    • Click the pay now button below to pay your $25 entry fee for the July 22 tournament.  No matches will start before 11 AM.  Tournament match times will be available Thurs July 20


    This site last updated Friday, July 15, 2017


    Check Out Coach Sam's Facebook Pages:

    Chadwell Tennis

    Parks and Racquets San Marcos

    Coach Sam's Hill Country Community Tennis

    NEISD Blossom Tennis Center 

    Phone or text Sam at 713-818-9109




    Sunday, April 23, 2017

    Summer Tennis Program Registration Info


    ABOUT COACH SAM:  Coach Sam Chadwell has been involved in the tennis industry for over twenty five  years as a player, coach, and community organizer. Sam is currently employed as a tennis professional at Blossom Tennis Center in San Antonio, Head Tennis Coach for Calvary Baptist Academy New Braunfels and is also working in partnership with the City of San Marcos and USTA-Texas to provide player development programs and activities for San Marcos and surrounding hill country area communities.  Sam is available for group and private tennis lessons by appointment. Text 713-818-9109 to schedule an appointment.

    Private Tennis Lessons:  Pay as you go:  $60/ hour

    Private Tennis Lessons:  $50/hour package price.  Must purchase 2 or more lessons in advance


    Pay For Your Private Lessons Online



    UPCOMING EVENTS / WEEKEND SCHEDULE:


    Tuesday, June 7       JTT Practice Canyon High School, 10:30 AM

    Wednesday, June 8   JTT Practice, Seguin HS, 10:30 AM
                                     JTT Practice, Lockhart HS, 2 PM

    Friday, June 9           JTT Practice, Rio Vista Park, San Marcos 10:30 AM

    Saturday, June 10     Blossom Tennis Center:  Elementary and Adult Groups, JTT, Private lessons

    Sunday, June 11      Hill Country Cup JTT, 2:30 PM Seguin HS

    more dates to be added soon.

    Text 713-818-9109 to register for a program or schedule / inquire about a lesson.


    SUMMER SCHEDULE:   

    Summer programs will be held at multiple locations around the hill country area, San Antonio, and Lake Jackson.

    Registration:  Early Registration Began April  21.  Email coachsam@chadwelltennis.com for camp prices, other payment methods, and additional details.

    San Antonio -Blossom Tennis Center:
    Tennis Center Address 12002 Jones-Maltsberger Rd, San Antonio, Tx 78216
    • Private Tennis Lessons
    • Morning single and doubles strategy drills
    • Homeschool Tennis
    • Evening Adult Drills
    • Evening Kids Classes
    • Saturday Elementary Class and private lessons on selected weekeds
    • Junior Team Tennis opportunities
    • Register for classes online: http://blossomtennis.com
    • Phone / Text Coach Sam to schedule an appointment or to answer a question.


    San Marcos Summer Programs 
    Lesson Location:  Rio Vista Park:  555 Cheatham, San Marcos Tx, 78666 


    Lake Jackson Summer Programs at Jasmine Park:
    Register in person at Lake Jackson Rec Center, 91 Lake Road, Lake Jackson, Tx. 77566
    Lesson Location: Jasmine Park, 300 Jasmine, Lake Jackson Tx. 77566

    Saturday Morning Family Clinics: 8:30-10 AM, age 8-adult, all levels
    Cost:  $20/individual, $30/family
    Registration Deadline: The Wednesday prior to the event
    Dates:  May 13, June 17, July 15, Aug 12

    Friday Morning One Day Summer Junior Camp:
    8 AM to 9:30 AM  age 8-11 AM beginner, intermediate, advanced
    9:30 to 11:00 AM  age 12-18  beginner, intermediate, advanced
    Cost:  $20/individual
    Registration Deadline: One week prior to the event
    Dates: June 2, July 7, Aug TBA

    Contact Sam Chadwell, 713-818-9109 Phone/Text



    Calvary Baptist Academy New Braunfels

    The Calvary Baptist Academy Firebirds recently completed a very successful spring season winning 8 medals at the TCAL State Tennis Tournament at John Newcombe's Tennis Ranch.   When in season the Firebirds tennis team holds practice on Mondays from 6 to 7:30 PM at New Braunfels High School.  We are currently hosting an off season training program.  Contact Coach Sam to schedule a try out..

    Home schoolers are welcome to join our team.  No experience is necessary.  We will teach you how to play.

    For more info go to the Calvary Baptist Academy Athletics tennis page.


    USTA Junior Team Tennis for
    San Antonio and the Hill Country Area

    Off Season Summer League at Blossom Tennis Center:
    Session One:  June 3, 10, 21
    Session Two:  July 1, 8, 29
    Age Groups:  14U and 18U.  League meets Saturdays from 2:30 to 4:30 PM.  Cost: $40 / session.

    Special Event:  Hill Country Cup Tournament:  July 22 in San Marcos.  $25   Deadline: July 10

    Contact Coach Sam to be added to the Junior Team Tennis League.
    Email  coachsam@chadwelltennis.com   Voicemail / Text  713-818-9109





    Coming this Summer:    Hill Country Cup JTT

    Hill Country Cup is a league designed to get junior high and high school players on the court in the summer through organized match play in a fun team tennis setting.   

    Participants form teams of 6 to 12 players and compete in a series of dual matches on Sunday afternoons 2:30 to 4:30 PM and wrap up the season with a weekend team tennis tournament against other teams from San Antonio, Boerne, and the greater Houston area.


    Important Dates and Information for the Hill Country Cup Junior League
    • Sunday Hill Country League:  June 11, 25, and July 9 from 2:30-4:30 PM 
    • Saturday Tournament: July 22, Times TBA (San Marcos)
    • Cost:  $40, Includes match days and tournament.  Pay with Paypal, cash or check
    • Register with an email to coachsam@chadwelltennis.com.  
    • Last day to get on a team: Thursday, June 1 .  

    Pay for League Here 
    Note, Blossom Tennis Center Patrons should pay at Blossom, not this site.

    This site last updated Monday, May 29, 2017


    Check Out Coach Sam's Facebook Pages:

    Chadwell Tennis

    Coach Sam's Hill Country Community Tennis

    NEISD Blossom Tennis Center 

    Phone or text Sam at 713-818-9109




    Thursday, January 26, 2017

    Spring 2017: Let's Play Tennis!

    Win with Grace. Lose with Dignity.  All For God's Glory. 


    ABOUT COACH SAM:  Coach Sam Chadwell has been involved in the tennis industry for over 30 years as a player, coach, community organizer and club manager. Sam is currently employed as a tennis professional at Blossom Tennis Center in San Antonio. Sam is the head tennis coach for Calvary Baptist Academy New Braunfels and also organizes home school tennis and other player development programs and activities in numerous hill country area communities.   Sam is available for group and private tennis lessons by appointment. Text 713-818-9109 to schedule an appointment.



    SAM'S UPCOMING EVENTS / WEEKEND COACHING SCHEDULE:

    Friday, April 14, JTT Invitational Camp Blossom Tennis Center 9-Noon.

    Saturday, April 15 JTT Invitational Camp Blossom Tennis Center 9-Noon.

    Saturday, April 22,

    Sunday, April 24,  JTT Off Season Match Play 2-4 PM

    Friday, April 28.  TBA

    Saturday, April 29, TBA

    Sunday, April 30, TBA


    Text 713-818-9109 to register for a program or schedule / inquire about a lesson.



    SUMMER SCHEDULE:   COMING SOON!

    • Camps
    • Junior Team Tennis
    • Fun Tournaments
    • Lessons and More

    Summer programs will be held at multiple locations including San Antonio, San Marcos, New Braunfels, Seguin, Lockhart, and Lake Jackson.

    Registration:  Early Registration Begins March 27.  Email coachsam@chadwelltennis.com for camp prices, other payment methods, and additional details.


    Calvary Baptist Academy New Braunfels Team Tennis Info

    We just completed a very successful spring season winning 8 medals at our association's State Championship Tournament.   We normally practice on Mondays from 6 to 7:30 PM at New Braunfels High School when we are in season.  We are off for a few weeks now and will start an off season training program May 8.

    Home schoolers are welcome to join our team.  No experience is necessary.  We will teach you how to play.

    For more info go to the Calvary Baptist Academy Athletics tennis page.


    USTA Junior Team Tennis  
    San Antonio and the Hill Country Area

    Spring Season JTT just completed.  Contact Coach Sam with your interest to be added to the Junior Team Tennis information list.  coachsam@chadwelltennis.com

    Off season league will run April 22  through May 13

    Summer league starts June 4

     This site last updated Saturday, March 25


    Check Out Coach Sam's Facebook Pages:

    Chadwell Tennis

    Coach Sam's Hill Country Community Tennis

    NEISD Blossom Tennis Center 

    Phone or text Sam at 713-818-9109