Life Time Fitness : Unanswered Threads - Racquetball

White Bear Lake MN, looking for racquetball games

philhardyoz@gmail.com — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:48:58 GMT

I'm an LTF newbie and an intermediate racquetballer (squash mostly), looking to get some court time and then into the next round of leagues. Anyone up for weekday games at White Bear Lake?

philhardyoz(at)gmail(dot)com or 303-589-8621.

Thanks,

Phil

Looking to play raquetball, C level

webmaster@lifetimefitness.com — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:26:16 GMT

Looking for others interested in playing raquetball, Haven't played in a while, was playing at a C level. I go to the Commerce Twp, MI club. Also have played in mens leagues in the past

Message was edited by: Deborah Steckroth

Your opinion counts-Racquetball at Target Center

webmaster@lifetimefitness.com — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:08:13 GMT

Hello Target Center member,

I hope I had the privilege of introducing myself to all of you and if not, I am Robert Marcus, the new Racquetball Coordinator at the Lifetime Fitness Target Center.

I am starting our Racquetball program by getting your opinion and ideas about building this program and making it a success.

If you have any ideas, opinions, or challenges, please inform me and let the discussions begin.

If you are looking for partners, or want to know more about our schedules, leagues, etc. please feel free to contact me at:

rmarcus@lifetimefitness.com

Thanks and I hope to meet you all on the courts.

Robert

Jason Mannino wins IRT Kentucky Pro Am

webmaster@lifetimefitness.com — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 01:40:55 GMT

Chicago IL - Fourth Seeded Jason Mannino ( San Diego CA ) won his first title in over two years by winning the Kentucky Pro Am in Bowling Green Kentucky Oct 10-12. The event was hosted by Western Kentucky University and was the third stop on the International Racquetball Tour. Mannino defeated third seed Jack Huczek ( Dallas TX ) in five games in teh final. The event replay can be seen online at www.irtnetwork.com . For more information about this event and the pro tour visit www.irt-tour.com

Dave Negrete

IRT Commissioner

What are the benefits of being a USA Racquetball Member?

webmaster@lifetimefitness.com — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:13:13 GMT

I've been playing Racquetball for a long time. Like many of you, I started with Handball and slowly moved to the racquet. Several years ago I decided to become a Lifetime Member of USA Racquetball. When I talk to players about joining, their first questions seems to be, "What are the benefits of membership?"

Here are the current top 10 Player Benefits FYI.

1. Included in national ranking system based on matches played and skill level vs. opponents.
2. Opportunity to review all matches played; opponents’ skill levels; and ranking and movement within ranking system over 13-month period.
3. Racquetball magazine, published 4 times per year.
4. E-Newsletter published 8 times per year.
5. Opportunity to qualify for junior and collegiate scholarships.
6. Eligible to participate in any of over 450 sanctioned events.
7. Members receive 10% off all items listed on USAR merchandise site.
8. Option to secure MBNA/USAR Visa Card (receives 10% off entry to all national events).
9. Car rental, airline and hotel discounts.
10. Secondary accident insurance that limits cost of out-of-pocket expense for medical coverage if injured at event.

Do you feel these benefits are of value and encourage players to join?

What do you think? Is Racquetball growing or in decline?

webmaster@lifetimefitness.com — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:03:51 GMT

I know a lot of people have said our sport is on the decline, but here are a few facts that show the opposite. Spread the word and help grow the sport by getting more folks on the court.

• Racquetball participation saw an increase of 18.1% in the year 2008.

• Racquetball is one of ONLY four sports that have shown consistent participation increases since 2000--First-tennis; Second-racquetball; Third-soccer; Fourth-basketball.

• 55.9 percent of racquetball members spend between $50-$300 per month on racquetball. 4.5 percent spend over $300 per month on racquetball.

• Entries at the 2009 USA Racquetball Intercollegiate Racquetball Championships saw an 18% increase in participants from last year. (2008)

Algonquin Racquetball

webmaster@lifetimefitness.com — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 02:12:09 GMT

Hi All

Looking to play racquetball in Algonquin M,T,W, or Th 12pm-1pm. I am a high B low A player.

Please call 847-385-8841

Faisal

Looking for someone to play raquetball with in Burr ridge. anyone interested?

webmaster@lifetimefitness.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 16:07:14 GMT

Hello,

I'm a new member in Burr Ridge and looking for someone to play raquetball. I'm available weekday's after 5pm except thursdays.

I consider myself medium level player. Very competetive! ...just want to get in shape and have fun.

my email rogeliog.mwf@hotmail.com

847-312-6574 cell

Racquetball Partner

webmaster@lifetimefitness.com — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:11:35 GMT

I'm a beginner racquetball player, and I'm looking for a partner. I like to play a few times a week and I'm fairly open on dates and time.

Fall RB League Schedule

webmaster@lifetimefitness.com — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 11:52:39 GMT

Has anyone received the fall RB league schedule? The league starts today 9/7/09, but I've not received any information on when I'm playing or who I'm supposed to play. League times are blocked out on the court reservation schedule. 6-10 pm for the A-league on Mondays and 6-10 pm for the B-league on Wednesdays. Does anyone have any other information?