Bob Hammerlee Professional 1 This is the highest tested rating possible and is achieved by scoring in the 90th percentile on the USPTA Certification Exam. Tennis professionals must have a minimum of three years' teaching experience and be 22 years old. Professional 1 members are commonly considered for director of tennis or head tennis professional job opportunities. They should be able to develop lesson programs, direct activities, manage pro shop operations and oversee a tennis facility. A Professional 1 also should be able to handle employee relations tasks such as hiring, developing budgets, directing communications and serving as an integral part of the facility management team.                                                                                                                                              Welcome...   to my Website, with various links submitted by me as well as                                       those generously provided by the USPTA.                                                                       I welcome comments, critical or favorable, that will assist me in making our great game accessible and understandable to all who wish to participate in the "Sport For a Lifetime"

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