Bay Area Racquet Club February Open

I had a 2-day regular ball tournament starting on Saturday, February 17, 2018. It was called the Bay Area Racquet Club February Junior Open.

My opponent for my first match was someone I have never played before. For some reason, that made me really uncomfortable. I guess I like being prepared for everything. (Says the girl that does everything at the last minute!) Anyway, let me just tell you how my tournament went...

Katiana and I are warmed up for our matches!

My first opponent was Talulah Monthy. I didn't know anything about her game or style. I decided that I would stay consistent until I could figure out a plan. She gave me a lot of free points so I decided to stay consistent and hit a lot of deep balls so she won't be able to attack me. I won 6-0, 6-0.

​After this match, I started daydreaming about the next one. I thought of a couple strategies I could do. I also gave myself a pep talk. Finally, it was time for my match. 

Michelle Li and I always smile! ;-)

My second opponent was Michelle Li. She was a very consistent player that was also not afraid to attack me. I attacked too but most of them made their way into the net or out. I started getting impatient with my shots and started going crazy. It was hard to regain my focus because of how many shots I was missing. I lost my patience completely and lost 4-6, 1-6.

This loss really upsets me. The thing is, with me, that disappointment turns into motivation. Motivation to train and practice harder!

Best wishes,
Karina Zaharieva