Racquet Sports E-News
On the Courts!
Upcoming Events
15-40-30 Program
See flyer on following pages for dates, pricing and more info
Mixed Doubles Mixer & Head Racquets Demo
December 9 | 6pm - more info on flyer
Christmas Tennis Triples
December 12 | 5:30pm
Jingle Balls Pickleball Mixer
December 13 | 9am
Doubles Boot Camp
Jan 5-8 | 9:30am - 12pm
More Info to come
2nd Annual Tennis Member-Guest
Save the Dates - Feb 6 & 7 - More Info to Come!
Suntree Tri-Sport Challenge
Date Change - TBD
Men's Doubles Tennis Drills with Coach Siria
Mondays at 6:30PM | Court 6
Sign up on the calendar
Racquets E-News
Mixed Doubles Mixer & Head Racquets Demo Night - Save the date December 9th in the evening. Enjoy a mixer after the season has ended, while getting the opportunity to try out a number of Head tennis racquets. We will have our Head Representative, Jeff Ellis, here to answer any questions about the new line of racquets coming out. This will be a great opportunity to get a head start on Christmas gifts!
Christmas Tennis Triples - December 12 | 5:30pm
Jingle Balls Pickleball Mixer - December 13th 9am sign up online the calendar or email Mike.Forster@suntree.com
Suntree Tri-Sport Challenge - TBD. Men’s & Women’s divisions. We will be having two divisions for each, using the USTA ratings of 7.0- and 7.5+. We are still putting together the details and will get our info asap! Contact Paul with any questions. $25 per player
Doubles Boot Camp - January 5-8, from 9:30am-12pm. More details to come
Member Guest - Save the date! February 6th an 7th. Grab a ringer and join in on a great weekend!
Miami Open Bus Trip is back! Save the date: Monday March 23, 2026. Thank you for the tremendous response! Our first bus filled within 24 hours. Due to the need to pay for tickets upfront, participants on Bus 1 will be billed in October to secure seats and reserve another bus. Please note: if you can no longer attend, it will be your responsibility to find a replacement. With Bus 2 now open, everyone from the waitlist has been moved to this bus, and we already have 7 spots filled—so sign up soon! Billing for Bus 2 will occur in late November. We expect Bus 2 to fill quickly and will maintain a waitlist to help members fill last-minute openings. Thank you for your enthusiasm and understanding - looking forward to a great trip!
2026 US Open Trip - we are trying to get a head start on this and get a feel for interest. This trip will be over Labor Day weekend 2026. Please email Paul with interest so we can plan accordingly.
Men's Doubles Tennis Drills with Coach Siria - Mondays at 6:30PM. Court 6. Come on out and work on your drills with Coach Siria! Interested in signing up? Email siria.dibe@suntree.com
Winning Edge
Low is the Way to Go
When you are playing defense at the baseline and you are in distress, lobbing is the best solution but when you are playing near the net, low is the way to go. You generally don’t have a lot of space to hit the lob effect here so trying to keep the ball down is your best bet. There will be a good chance your opponent will then pop it up and you can end the point. So, remember when you are up at net, low is the way to go.
With safety being a top priority for our members, their guests, and our staff, we will be launching a new state-of-the-art weather detection system called Perry Weather. This warning system has a Widget that is available to ALL members of Suntree Country Club. You can save this widget on the home screen of your computer or cell phone for easy access. There is also an app available in your phone's app store.
Download Perry Weather app for iPhone
Download Perry Weather app for Android
The system will notify danger for all outside activities by using one long blast (Red Alert), and to resume outside activities, there will be 3 short blasts (All Clear). The system will be designed to abide by the noise ordinances within Suntree to be respectful of the residents, but allow us full coverage during pool, golf, and tennis play. The units will be located on the golf courses in multiple locations and on the cart barn for full property coverage. The sirens on this system are designed so that they are automatically triggered when lightning is detected within a 7-mile radius (with management staff receiving advance warnings at a 15 and 25-mile radius strike detection). When the sirens sound, all outside activities are to cease, and all members or guests are to return to safety in one of the Clubhouses.
Perry Weather has a 20-minute countdown timer from the last strike that can be tracked on the widget/app for expected resume of play. Perry Weather can integrate with any golf cart gps software if the Club chooses to add this feature in the future.
General Info
• Addition to notes for members: On the bookings page there is a place for notes where our staff will be placing any court condition updates as well as the tab under Racquets Central labeled weather update.
• Golf carts and cars/vehicles are to be parked in traditional parking spaces and not on the grass or pavers surrounding the pickleball courts. With all of the improvements to the grass and landscaping around the facility, we want to keep it look great all around the Club!
• Please also be sure to lower the umbrellas once you're finished using themthis will increase their longevity and keep the Racquet Center looking nice!
• Please register your guests on the court booking system using their full name.
• Guests are permitted to play one time per calendar month.
• The guest fee is $15+tax per player.
• Members looking to create any USTA Teams will need to submit the request to Paul or Claudia to be submitted for approval by the Racquets Committee that generally meets the second Tuesday of each month.
• Be sure to have the Perry Weather app installed on your phone so you can track the lightning alarm alerts from your phone. Once the lightning alarm sounds, all players and staff must take cover. The 'all clear' will only come 20 minutes after the last lightning strike within 7 miles. You can track this count down on the app. We want everyone to stay safe out there!
• Please register your guests on the court booking system when you reserve your court. Be sure to add the FULL NAME.
15-30-40
15-30-40 Tennis is a program designed to take a total beginner through the initial steps to get out there and start having fun with friends by being able to rally and play tennis!
When
This will be a six (6) week program with classes on Sunday mornings at 11am on the following dates: November 16, 23 & December 7, 14, 21, 28
Who
Beginning adults all the way up to players that have recently started play but haven't received professional instruction when they started.
Cost
$150 for six (6) weeks.
Coach Mo Arceneaux will be leading the class, and she’s fantastic with our beginner players! Bring your racquet and join us as you learn the fundamentals of tennis in a fun, supportive setting. Don’t have a racquet? No problem — we’ll provide one for you!
Looking to Sign Up?
Tues, December 9 | 6pm
$20 PER PERSON All SCC Members Welcome
Enjoy a mixer after the season has ended, while getting the opportunity to try out a number of Head tennis racquets. We will have our Head Representative, Jeff Ellis, here to answer any questions about the new line of racquets coming out. This will be a great opportunity to get a head start on Christmas gifts!
Tri-Sport Challenge
GOLF PICKLEBALL TENNIS
Who’s ready for some fun on the courts and the course?
We will be having two divisions for Men's & Women's, Using the USTA ratings of 7.0- and 7.5+.
We are still putting together the details and will get you more info, ASAP!
Put together your team of 2–3 players and get ready to compete across tennis, pickleball, and golf!
It’s a friendly competition that combines skill, energy, and camaraderie across three favorite sports.
Becauseticketsare nonrefundable, memberswhocancel theirreservationare responsibleforfinding someonetotaketheir place.
Non-Refundable
Men's4thRound and QuarterfinalsWomen’sSingles
Must Sign Up in Groups of 3
$30 PERPERSON
"I will play against 3 of you, while simultaneously coaching you through play."
Coach Mike
One of the main advantages of “3 and Me” pickleball lessons is the balance between personalized attention and small group dynamics. With only three students per lesson, the instructor can tailor the instruction to meet each player’s needs. Whether you’re working on your serve, return, or net play, the pro can provide specific feedback and drills designed to address your unique strengths and weaknesses.
