Duties of the Social Events Director:

The Social Events Director is responsible for developing, planning, and overseeing the schedule of social activities and events for the membership including, but not limited to, securing event locations and preparing other necessary arrangements.

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Q&A with Ted Huang

 

(Q) When and why did you join MTG?

(A) I had joined a team in the USTA leagues back in 2005, and coming off of a long-term relationship I wanted to meet more gay people. Why not kill two birds with one stone? I did a Google search for “Gay Tennis in NYC”, and I found myself attending a doubles party that Saturday night. The rest is history and I joined MTG in 2006. I have had a truly great experience playing in the various MTG events and tournaments, but I've also made some incredible friendships during the past five years, many who I would never have met without this organization.

 

(Q) When and why did you become the Social Events Director?

(A) I became the Social Events Director in September 2011.  As Social Director, my goal is simple – have fun both on and off the court! I truly believe we have the opportunity to make MTG more than just an organization to find a tennis partner for Saturday morning. As Social Director, I will do my best to strengthen the community we already have, encourage growth in our membership, and most importantly, play tennis! After all, that was why we all joined MTG in the first place.

 

(Q) How long have you been playing tennis? Tell us more about your tennis experience…

(A) I played tennis off and on in high school and college, but really didn’t start playing regularly until about 6 years ago. I wasn’t that athletic back in school, but after hitting the gym a bit more, I have been better able to execute the shots that I learned as a kid. I love tennis because there’s always a continual improvement process…whether it’s your strokes, your fitness, or your mental fortitude. It’s among the reasons why I have always followed professional tennis…my earliest memory was watching Michael Chang’s inspirational run to the French Open title in 1989 where he went through the field. Remember his underhand serve while cramping against Lendl? He showed incredible fight!

 

 

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