May 2021
When you think of Desert Highlands, golf may be the first sport that comes to mind. However, our private club community in the heart of North Scottsdale offers an impressive tennis program, with a world-class Racquet Club and renowned instructors to help members improve their game.
Read on to learn more about our exceptional tennis offerings, including some exciting updates and upcoming events!
Gearing Up for the USGA Grass Court Classic
Here at Desert Highlands, we’re preparing for the highly anticipated USGA Grass Court Classic taking place next month, June 1–6. The event will host 100 to 120 of the Southwest’s best amateurs for this special celebration of tennis in North Scottsdale, Arizona. As with previous years’ events, the 2021 Grass Court Classic promises immaculate courts, fantastic matches, and top-notch sportsmanship.
Check out this award-winning tournament for a good time and some great play!
A Tennis (Court) Match Made in Heaven
No matter your court preference, Desert Highlands has you covered. Our private club community boasts 13 courts total—four grass, six clay, and three hard. Members can check them all out to find their perfect match!
Tennis players who opt for grass enjoy the fast pace this type of court offers—or maybe they just like to play on the signature court style found at Wimbledon. Grass’s low bounce capacity means players must move fast to make it to the ball. If your game includes strong serve-and-volley skills, this is the style of court for you, allowing you to perform at your best.
If your tennis preference veers more to the continent, like the French Open’s clay courts, we have a court for that too. Known for providing a somewhat slower game thanks to clay’s ability to give balls a higher bounce, this style of court also favors baseline players. Not just popular in Europe, clay courts are also beloved throughout Latin America.
Looking for a fast ball bounce, but not quite as speedy as what grass courts give? Then a hard court is your Goldilocks option. Balls bounce relatively fast and high, but the bounce is more predictable, resulting in an easier-to-control game.
Brush Up on Your Tennis Game
If your game isn’t quite ready for the Grand Slam, Desert Highlands has a range of tennis programs for all levels of players. With clinics, lessons, organized play sessions, tournaments, and relaxed social events, there’s an option to fit any schedule and level of play.
Our active offerings include ladies and men’s Interclub Team play, member/guest invitationals, and three doubles club championships options: men’s, ladies, and mixed.
Any of these tennis offerings provide a surefire way to improve your game, get more involved in the community, and have a blast while you’re at it!
Introducing Our New Director of Racquet Sports: Robin Scott
We have some exciting news at the Racquet Club! Desert Highlands is thrilled to welcome Robin Scott to our community of tennis enthusiasts. He joins our team as Director of Racquet Sports, bringing his professional expertise to elevate the racquet sports experience for all of our members.
A native of Edinburgh, Scotland, Robin enjoyed a successful playing career that culminated in him achieving the No. 1 men’s ranking in Scotland for four straight years. He attended college in the U.S., at Oklahoma State University. There he was the captain of the tennis team, earning multiple conference championships in singles, doubles, and team competitions.
After graduating from college, Robin began his club career as a tennis professional, quickly earning USPTA Elite status. He has built a reputation as one of the best in the industry for expert instruction, member engagement, and introducing innovative programming to increase participation and enjoyment.
We couldn’t be happier about this wonderful opportunity for our tennis community, and we know Robin is looking forward to embracing and improving the existing racquet sports culture at Desert Highlands.
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