Wednesday, December 26, 2018 (Court Day #236)
I tried to find my ankle brace last night but had no luck. I still had no luck this morning so I opted to risk it and play without it. I was slow getting out of the house. I got to Derby Park about 9:30, a good half an hour after the start of play. Very unlike me, but considering I’m still fighting this lingering cold, I should get some slack. Work was closed today, taking Christmas as well as “Boxing Day” off—as long as I can remember, the family has closed both days to give a break to ourselves as well as to our staff.
It was partly cloudy with the sun peaking in and out. The temperature was good, starting in the mid-50s and climbing into the low 60s.
Rick and Eddie on the near side of the near court.
I played an assortment of games. Nothing much to write home about. I had a distinct lack of energy. The illness had tapped my endurance. My tennis elbow is still a problem—particularly with overhead slams. Those hurt. I’ve avoided slices since those have proved painful. Still, I played pretty decently. I missed some drop shots and the net tape was too often a magnet for the ball, but not bad.
My right ankle held up ok, barely bothering me until the last game. Then it started to hurting with even some more routine movements.
Eric and I played Oleg and Art, Art being the weakest player. I do have to say that Art is continuing to get better. He’s one who is easy to underestimate. Boy, Oleg does not like to lose. When he’s on a team that is losing game and he makes a mistake, he’ll often verbally berate himself. He’s a great foil since he’s a stronger player, but when he gets heated, even though it’s not directed at anyone else, it can get slightly uncomfortable in the game. It doesn’t last long though. Not too long after the game is over, he’s back to himself.
Play wrapped up at 12:20 p.m.
I think I’m going to see a doctor about my tennis elbow. It might involve some physical therapy. Craig’s wife Leah said today that it took a very long time for her to get over it—a year, she said. Ouch!
I’m getting used to to the clear proteticve glasses. It’s annoying when the sun pops out when you opted for clear glasses instead of sunglasses, but regardless, I’m going to continue to protect my eyes after that close call a few weeks ago.
Number of days on a court: 236
Number of total hours: 647
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