Then there were four! JT eliminates DR! 6-2, 6-3.

Harmon Park, 09/30/08- Fighting for the last spot in the final-four, DR and JT meet for a marathon! JT controls the action forcing DR into mostly defensive returns, but both players run the other - resulting in multi-shot rallies on virtually every point!

JT is never in danger - taking the first three games of each set. Despite DR's amazing 80% 1st-serve percentage, DR simply can't force JT into a defensive position with his lofty strokes! Meanwhile, JT sets up on almost every shot - running DR to extremes! JT could only hit 46% of his 1st serves, but the pace they had on them proved difficult when they did hit. Four of the eight games played in the 1st-set went to deuce. While, only three of nine in the 2nd-set resulted in deuce. JT steps it up near the end with no faults, and an ace in the final game.

JT eliminates DR in straight sets 6-2, 6-3. JT's quest to storm through the loser bracket is proving to be a self-fulfilling prophecy... but he has three more major matches to go!

JT shuts-out BY 6-0, 6-0!

PointeWest Stadium WDM, 09/25/08- Suffering from an injured knee... "BY's" once fierce competitive spirit seemed depressed from the start. Having NO MERCY - JT made quick work of his physically impaired adversary. JT racked up game after game - 9 of the 12 without even experiencing a deuce. Meanwhile, "BY" even suffered "double-dogs" (two consecutive double faults) in the 5th game of set-1.

Both players struggled with their 1st serve percentages, but JT doubled "BY's" efforts - nailing 18 of 38 first strikes, and racking up twice as many aces! There were several long rallies when "BY" hit deep - this kept JT near the baseline and less likely to rip a winner. "BY" frequently opted for a chop-shot which drew JT to the net. This proved to be a bad strategy for "BY". JT had no problem reaching these shots, then he had the advantage with greater court angles available.

JT advances to take on DR. This match will determine the last member of the final-four! As everyone knows: Once you're in the final-four... Anything can happen!

BY eliminates AJ 6-4, 6-2!

Harmon Park, 09/19/08- As the last days of summer slowly slip away - BY and AJ take advantage of almost perfect weather conditions to play their match. AJ was very optimistic, perhaps even cocky - when he first learned of the our annual tournament. What he didn't realise at the time, was the level of competition he would encounter. Now in his 5th year as a TowerTennis competitor - BY was ready for the young man from Texas!

BY probably has one of the fastest serves ever recorded in a TowerTennis event, but historically low percentages. Today BY took a little heat off, and the results were remarkable! BY's first serve hit with the accuracy of a smart-bomb, bringing with it the sting of a stinger missile. AJ was frequently lucky to get a racket on the ball. When he did, the return was defensive in nature - giving BY a chance for a kill. In fact both players demonstrated wicked first serves, but their follow-up kill-shots proved ineffective a majority of the time. BY appeared to have greater directional control, running AJ around the court, and forcing him back with well executed lobs. BY had AJ down 5-1 in the first set, but couldn't seem to put him away! BY held 5 set-points against AJ before finally closing set number one. In the second - BY jumped to an early lead of 3-0 before AJ got on the board. BY takes 2 more before AJ can score again, and finds himself with an almost insurmountable advantage up one set and leading 5-2 in the second. BY closes AJ out winning 6-4, 6-2.

JT shuts out DH 6-0, 6-0!

PointeWest Stadium WDM, 09/17/08- Only one person has ever beaten Dynasty Champion JT in a TowerTennis Match, and that player is the defending Champion BR! JT played DH like a gentleman demonstrating honor by hitting the ball at a reasonable pace, and using measured force to promote a match with lengthy rallies.

Closely scouting this match from his balcony over-looking the PointeWest Stadium. Defending Champion BR couldn't resist the erge to join the players at court-side. BR practiced briefly with JT after the conclusion of the JT-DH match. Both players showed consistency, and power. Was this a preview of the up-coming final? Perhaps it was... if so, the final match will certainly be one to remember. Meanwhile, JT still has a few hurdles to overcome! AJ, BY, DR, SV, and SB still await a possible encounter with the former champ.

JR forfeits to BY!

Burdened by an unyielding schedule... JR leaves tournament competition by forfeiting to BY.

JT eliminates DNR 6-1, 6-3

7-Flags, 09/11/08- Dynasty Champ JT returns with a vengeance! Yearning for some payback - JT spends part of his vacation in Ohio practicing his game. Taking on DNR in his first match since losing to BR... JT plans to blow his way through the loser bracket for a chance at retribution! One down - six to go; before JT can once again claim the Title of TowerTennis Champion! Standing in his way is DH, BY/JR/AJ, DR, SV, SB, and BR. JT eliminates DNR 6-1, 6-3.

SV shuts-out OC 6-0, 6-0

PointeWest, 09/09/08 - OC slams a forehand during after-match practice (depicted in photo). SV walked off the court perplexed... OC's strokes were awesome, his two-handed backhand was accurate and strong. His forehand demonstrated classic topspin, and power. In fact, his only weakness was his serve. Then why was the score so lopsided... asked SV. OC's explanation: His equipment, and possibly playing tight when it counted. Net effect: OC exits the tournament with two losses.

Keep an eye on this player! OC will almost certainly be a force to contend with next year. For now - SV defeats OC 6-0, 6-0.

SV shuts-out DK 6-0, 6-0!

Harmond Park, 09/07/08 - SV wins the toss, but elects to receive... This gave SV his choice of sides. SV's strategy was to give DK an advantage for the first game, then force DK to both receive and serve into the sun.

DK gets broken the first game... negating any advantage he may have had. SV starts out with a service winner, and effectively dominates the match. DK has his serve broken each time - as he exits tournament competition in 2008. SV shuts-out DK 6-0, 6-0.

DK eliminates MM in straight sets

Norwalk, 09/06/08 - In her first TowerTennis debut-DH's grand daughter performs ballgirl duties as DK and MM battle for tournament survival. In the end only one of these competitors would emerge as victor. The player who executed best, and made the fewest mistakes would be the one to advance. Today that player was DK! With his expansive reach, and formidable serve, DK forced MM to hit both long and short. Even MM's attack at the net was met by perfectly executed lobs. One lob caused MM to scramble from the net back toward the baseline. MM gets tripped up, and takes a bad spill! In mid-air, MM rolls to prevent more serious injury! DK advances to face SV... while MM exits tournament competition this year. DK over MM 6-0, 6-1.

SV shuts-out AN 6-0, 6-0!

Harmon Park, 09/04/08 - At twice his age - SV was lettering in tennis before young Alex was born. Today's results were no surprise, but AN showed promise with a strong stroke, and quickness.

At double match-point down. Young Alex scores three straight points to take the advantage. Only one point from winning a game - Alex draws SV wide right opening up the court. Alex has the shot - but the shot lands long! SV advances by eliminating AN 6-0, 6-0.

Spankey gets Spanked!

PointeWest 09/04/08 - Youthful enthusiasm was no match against defending champion BR. Plagued by the remnants of hurricane Gustav, combatants played in wet conditions - slipping and sliding across the court. SB goes for the lines; but misses! Although SB was able to handle the champ's serve - he wasn't able to deal with BR at the net. Hitting directly into the champ had no desirable effects.

SB commented: "He whooped my ass so bad... I didn't have time to sweat!" BR defeats SB 6-0,6-2.