Written by Gina Cielo
The following article is my attempt to persuade you to come to a Harding tennis match. While I realize you are busy with your school and social life, I think you are simply not aware of the benefits a Harding tennis match offers.This is not a plea, just a simple informational article. OK, maybe a small plea.First things first,we are really good. With the men going to Nationals last season and the womencarrying a 23-7 record, we are one of the most successful sports at Harding.I am, of course, a bit biased toward the women’s team, so to all those single men out there: Why wouldn’t you want to come watch six to 10 cute girls wearing skirts play tennis? And to all the single ladies:Why wouldn’t you want to come watch tan foreign and American boys play tennis?Besides our ability and cuteness, we give you the opportunity to experience numerous cultures. From Brazil to China, we offer a large range of diversity. You can learn how people express triumph or anger, but mostly triumph, in various dialects.OK, so you now have a potential boyfriend or girlfriend and are more cultured. What else? The matches are free. You can even forget yourID and still make it into the match. Once at the match, you will find bleachers shining in the reflection of the sun. Which brings me to my next point. You can get a tan. This is simply an added bonus because you are technically there to watch tennis. And for the person who can’t stay focused long enough, there are six to 12 matches going on at a time.Never a dull moment. Lastly, you can learn and improveyour own tennis game. You can finally show up your friends at those random weekend tennis outings.Who knows, it could possibly spark an obsession.This spring, when you are sitting in your dorm room on a bright, shiny day, think twice about lying on the front lawn and walk on down to the tennis courts instead. Mark your calendars ahead of time. March 3 is the first home match of the season, and we would love to have your support. The possibilities and benefits are endless.NOTE: Gina Cielo is on the Harding tennis team.
