Fall News, Women’s Tennis, Also Enjoy Tennis Year Round At Special Hawaii Resort
FCI Staff Writer Sacramento 
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October 13, 2024,
Life goes on in women’s tennis after the US Open has concluded. In part because so many stories continue that in some ways started there.
The biggest news off the courts was America’s star player Coco Gauff parting ways with the legendary Coach Brad Gilbert. Apparently the writing was on the wall.
As reported by the global news leader CNN, “Coco Gauff has parted ways with her coach, Brad Gilbert, following a series of poor results culminating in a failed defense of her US Open title.”
Winning the US Open or bust is a very high expectation and standard. It’s a good thing that is not a requirement for all coaches.
After the split, how is Coco faring?
Starring at the WTA Wuhan Open, Coco had a semi-final loss to Aryna Sabalenka 6–1 4–6 4–6.
Coco dominated the opening set against the top seeded Sabalenka, who could not find her game in the first set, but as the match wore on, Coco made the same mistakes that have plagued her during rent tournaments by handing Aryna a number of unforced errors.
The global team at olympics.com shares, “Gauff, who last faced Sabalenka in the Australian Open semi-finals in January which also culminated in defeat, committed nine double faults in each of the second and third sets.”
Shocking. That appears to directly related to a lack of good coaching. Hopefully Coco can coach herself out of that.
Her fellow American, and once doubles partner, Jessica Pegula, had an amazing US Open Final. After the early years in her career where she struggled she finally made a breakthrough but consistently could never make it past the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam.
Here is what Femcompetitor Magazine wrote about her on September 5, 2023, “Her frustration continues.
The world’s number three, Jessica Pegula was out hit and pushed around by fellow American Madison Keys 6-1, 6-3 in the fourth round, at the 2023 US Open.
When Femcompetitor Magazine (femcompetitor.com) previously featured American tennis star Jessica Pegula, during the 2023 Australian Open, the thinking was, this time could be different.
This time feels different.
There was no point in printing an article like that this time, before, during or after the 2023 US Open.
In fact, it felt like more of the same.
Just look up at the ceiling.
Jessica can’t seem to paint it. Even with a ladder.”
Well, in September of 2024, Jessica not only broke through the quarterfinals but blasted her way into the US Open finals, before she finally fell to the eventual champion in Aryna Sabalenka. Along the way she also soundly defeated the world’s number one in Iga Swiatek, in just two sets.
We watched her along the way and she absolutely earned it. There were no flukes. She soundly won her matches. It was very inspiring. If only we all could achieve our goals if we keep knocking and pounding away.
A great congrats to Jessica.
You can celebrate tennis year round, around the world.
Play, improve your health and be inspired.
Summer is over but, in terms of tennis, Fall can be the best time of year.
Check this out, have fun.
Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina Serves Up Tennis For All Seasons Retreat
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Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina
Oct 08, 2024, 18:21 ET
Calling tennis enthusiasts to the courts December 6-8, 2024
KAPOLEI, Hawaii, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina is excited to present the Tennis For All Seasons Retreat, a bespoke three-day program is designed for tennis enthusiasts seeking both skill development and wellness immersion in paradise. The Tennis For All Seasons Retreat is the ultimate luxury tennis retreat that showcases the best on-and-off the courts, all set against the breathtaking beauty of Oahu’s western coast from December 6-8.
With over 45 years of combined tennis coaching, the Tennis For All Seasons Retreat will be led by Roberta Russo, the Resort’s Director of Tennis, and Adam Brewer, the Resort’s Lead Wellness Specialist and RSPA Elite Tennis Professional. Russo is a former world ranking tennis professional with years of experience on the World Tennis Association circuit, including qualifying for the French Open and Italian Open. She is a certified coach with the USPTA, Italian Tennis Federation, and International Tennis Federation. Along with overseeing all wellness activities at Four Seasons, Brewer is a certified coach, trainer and author, with over 30 years’ experience coaching tennis ranging from children and Division 1 athletes to the Association of Tennis Professional players. As a premier Hawaii tennis resort, players will be in good company under the direction of Russo and Brewer.
Designed for USTA 3.0 and higher rating players, the Tennis For All Seasons Retreat three-day retreat will feature personalized instruction tailored specifically for the dynamic nature of the player, and explore techniques, serve strategies, footwork, timing, and overall strategies to improve net game. The retreat will also feature a pre-arrival assessment to understand the player’s goals in advance of the program.
Tennis For All Seasons Retreat Schedule:
Friday, December 6, 2024
3:30-5:30 p.m. – Registration & Welcome Reception
5:00-6:30 p.m. – Warm-up and Guided Play
Saturday, December 7, 2024
8:00-8:25 a.m. – Dynamic Warm-up & Mobility Work
8:30-10:30 a.m. – Technique & Strategy Masterclass
3:00-5:00 p.m. – Live Ball and Point Play
5:15-6:00 p.m. – Sunset Yoga
Sunday, December 8, 2024
8:00-8:30 a.m. – Ocean Breeze Beach Warm-up
8:30-9:00 a.m. – Technique & Tactics Session
3:00-5:00 p.m. – Round Robin Tournament
5:30-6:15 p.m. – Sunset Breathwork and Recovery
6:30 p.m. – Après Tennis Cocktail Reception
In between tennis sessions, enjoy an abundance of wellness experiences to curate a well-rounded curriculum to achieve mind, body and spirit wellness, including daily warm-ups and yoga programming to complement the tennis modalities.
The Tennis For All Seasons Retreat will be held December 6-8 and is USD 850 per person and includes 20 percent off spa treatments at Naupaka Spa & Wellness Centre.
Surrounded by 642 acres (260 hectares) of swaying palms, warm tropical breezes and the serene turquoise blue ocean, Four Seasons presents a haven-like setting to relax, reset, and renew one’s spirit on Oahu. In addition to the Tennis For All Seasons Retreat, Naupaka Spa & Wellness Centre is a haven for healing, featuring an expansive 35,000 square-foot (3,250 square metre) facility with 12 treatment rooms, three outdoor healing hales, steam room, whirlpool, a lap pool, zen garden, relaxation lounge, and more. Personal fitness, tennis and pickleball instruction is also available through the Resort’s Fitness Centre. Featuring world-class amenities, including a award-winning dining and curated programming, it is the perfect destination for guests seeking relaxation and adventure.
With an abundance of activities ranging from guided hikes, snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding in the lagoon, to artisan workshops through the Resort’s #FSWAYFINDERS program, there’s endless possibilities.
Ace the next match and play even longer with the Resort’s Fourth Night Free offer. Enjoy an extra day on the courts. To make a Resort reservation, book online or call 808 679 0079.
Media Contact:
Michelle Edwards
Director of Public Relations & Communications
Voice: (808) 225-2738
Michelle.Edwards@fourseasons.com
Four Seasons Resort O’ahu at Ko Olina
92-1001 Olani Street, Kapolei, Hawaii 96707
https://fourseasons.com/oahu
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