BitterSweet

TennisTitan welcomed back some familiar faces at Kinsley this date, namely King Gene, aka 'My Liege' and Stuart 'Not Espn" Scott as he hooked up for a set of doubles and a pair of single sets against recent opponents. The Titan was most pleased with his efforts against "Der Kluger," coming away with a (7-5) victory and a (5-5) draw after dropping a set of doubles with Kiode Kid (4-6) to 'Big Al' and 'Slats.' Titan came from behind in both singles affairs to 'catch' the 'Kraut' at the wire, breaking Bob in the 11th game of set 1 and in the 10th game of set 2 to avert defeat, as has been his recent experience with the "Deutchlander." Most disappointing to TT (and probably to 'Slats,' 'King Gene,' and 'Kraut') was our inability to have this foursome engage in a much discussed and anticipated spirited game of doubles due to 'Big Al's' intransigence. It appears that Titan will have to more regularly engage these worthy opponents in singles to test his mettle or be more selective in accepting doubles partners that would impact that day's play. Nonetheless, TT relished today's play and recognizes "that those who can play singles, should play singles." He anxiously awaits opportunities against the "Cousins Slattery" and a formidable 'Not Espn' to fill the void in 'Kraut's' absence. Indeed, 'Not Espn' and 'My Liege' looked particularly strong in their singles play against each other in the morning's finale after a less than scintillating performance in doubles.