I drove over to the tennis courts at Minor Park last Saturday morning. The 12 courts were in excellent condition, the nets were in good shape and at the proper height, and the weather was perfect. But only two courts were being used. Two young men were practicing on one court and on the other court two 86-year-old men were playing. I asked one of the older men, "Where are the tennis players?" His reply, "They are indoors." What a pity that these beautiful courts are not being fully utilized. When I played on these courts with regularity, years ago, at times all courts would be filled and there would be a waiting list. Big question for the city (that maintains the courts): What action, if any, should be taken? Monday, August 24, 2009
Where are the tennis players ?
I drove over to the tennis courts at Minor Park last Saturday morning. The 12 courts were in excellent condition, the nets were in good shape and at the proper height, and the weather was perfect. But only two courts were being used. Two young men were practicing on one court and on the other court two 86-year-old men were playing. I asked one of the older men, "Where are the tennis players?" His reply, "They are indoors." What a pity that these beautiful courts are not being fully utilized. When I played on these courts with regularity, years ago, at times all courts would be filled and there would be a waiting list. Big question for the city (that maintains the courts): What action, if any, should be taken? 
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Hi Larry, I hate to disagree with you, but if you would have come out Sunday, you wouldn't have had a court to play on. We have a group of players and a website KCtennisplayers.com that play every Sunday from 2:00ish until dark. This past Sunday there were over 20 guys just from our group plus a few other guys and children and parents. Also, the courts are not in "excellent condition". If you look close, cracks are everywhere, the lights don't work, the bathroom is deplorable. Our group is working with the city to improve things. In fact, within a month or so, the courts will be resufaced (hasn't been done for 10 yrs) and the lights repaired. We are also working with the high schools to start using these courts for tournaments. I'm glad you came out, we need more people coming out and enjoy this great game at a great location.
Steve Cooper
Hi Larry, I hate to disagree with you, but if you would have come out Sunday, you wouldn't have had a court to play on. We have a group of players and a website KCtennisplayers.com that play every Sunday from 2:00ish until dark. This past Sunday there were over 20 guys just from our group plus a few other guys and children and parents. Also, the courts are not in "excellent condition". If you look close, cracks are everywhere, the lights don't work, the bathroom is deplorable. Our group is working with the city to improve things. In fact, within a month or so, the courts will be resufaced (hasn't been done for 10 yrs) and the lights repaired. We are also working with the high schools to start using these courts for tournaments. I'm glad you came out, we need more people coming out and enjoy this great game at a great location.
Steve Cooper
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