Playing a defensive game is risky. In her tennis singles match, Captain Nina Jaworowski was allowing the opponent to dictate the tempo of the game, relying on her to make unforced errors. While it was working most of the time, I believe it’s risky. The player needs to be very quick and have consistency with his/her shots. Jaworowski, it’s a risky, plan to be more aggressive.

Ever seen how a yo yo works? That’s how Nina Jaworowski was dominating her opponent in the game. In her singles tennis match, she would keep the opponent at the baseline then pull her to the net with a drop shot. When she reached for the drop shot, Jaworowski would play a lob, forcing her to go back to the baseline and play a tough shot. It was mesmerizing, watching this play go on for the most of the game… Read more

People make mistakes, we are human. In her tennis singles match Nina Jaworowsk didn’t attack the net when she had to. During a rally, the opponent played a slice shot down the line. Instead of playing an approach shot and attacking the net, she returned to the baseline. She could have exerted more pressure on the opponent, causing her to make an error. Players need to know when to be aggressive and when to stay at the baseline. Have faith… Read more

Some people panic when things go wrong. That’s what’s happening to Nina Jaworowski’s opponent. Earlier, she had lost her doubles match, you could feel a sense of panic in her game, while Jaworowski was more relaxed. However, as the match went along, she became more relaxed and started to play better. We can all learn that panic makes things worst. People should try to remain calm to make sharp decisions

Patience is a virtue indeed. In her singles tennis match, Captain Nina Jaworowski tried to go for a drop shot while receiving serve. That works when it’s a weak serve, so you have time to hit any shot you like. It doesn’t work when ball is going 112mph. Instead, it’s better to hit the ball left and right and then hit a drop after she/he is exhausted. That way, there’s a better chance he/she won’t reach it. Be patient, Jaworowski.

Denise Taylor, left and Jordan Savage of Games and Creations entertain attendees of CSUN’s Earth Day Carnival Thursday.  Photo Credit: Sarah Smith / Staff Photographer

Several varieties of pepper spray were used at Wednesday night’s basics of pepper spray defense workshop. The event was part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) to help raise public awareness about sexual violence (focusing on sexual assault and rape) and to educate communities and individuals on how to prevent sexual violence. Photo Credit: Jennifer Zeitlin / Staff Photographer

Teaching our kids about how our planet works and the things that we can do to help our environment can be difficult especially when their heads are consumed with video games and the latest technology.  April 22nd marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day so there’s no better time than now to get the kids involved in helping to preserve our beautiful planet. Just a simple walk outdoors can provide you and your child with ways to discuss and discover… Read more

In celebration of Earth Day, step out of the box and get the 411 on some issues that you might not be aware of.  But instead of reading boring documents about how we’re polluting our planet, invite some friends over for a night of green documentaries. They have become a growing niche in the film industry.  They’re interesting, informative and entertaining.  The plus side is that you’re supporting the movers-and-shakers of the environmental movement.  If you have any more suggestions… Read more