Won My First Match in Melbourne
Hey guys, thanks for the tip from one of the comments about using capital letters. I really didn't think it made a difference since I assumed most people could figure out that I just write that way on the computer when I'm writing casually so I can type more quickly. But I guess I'll try to be more formal from now on here on Yardbarker. I won my first match down here in Melbourne against Frank Dancevic. It was a straight set match, but I felt like it was high quality tennis. Especially the third set where Frank had some chances and I had to get out of trouble a few times. Now I play Sebastian De Chaunac of France tonight. He's a player that has a lot of confidence right now and nothing to lose. So it could be dangerous. I will have to play well again. He won 3 matches to qualify here and a five setter in the first round. I remember him from college tennis when he played at Ole Miss. My brother Thomas actually played him while we were both at school there. I think he beat Sebastian so I will have to try to make the Blakes 2-0 against him. I'm still having a great time down here and the atmosphere for my first match was exciting. It was a night match and I've got another night match today. It makes for a day of relaxing before the match and then a great crowd usually at night. So hopefully tonight will be more of the same. Take care guys, and I hope you like the more formal version with correct capitalization and punctuation.
AlanaG said January 21, 2009
anyway congrats on the win, and good luck tonight!
NickRall said January 21, 2009
Yelena said January 21, 2009
You looks great in new fila clothing!
shizz08 said January 22, 2009
kinetic said January 22, 2009
kick some butt! Can't wait to see you in San Jose, CA
sambot said January 22, 2009
cwelder said January 21, 2009
NickRall said January 22, 2009
SnitchinBubs said January 22, 2009
inthezone said January 22, 2009
ornith said January 22, 2009
1. You Rock.
2. Sorry, I didn't mean to pick on your e.e. cummings style; especially when I know your method of typing is to serve tennis balls at the keyboard to type each letter - and it can be hard to find a volunteer to hold down the "shift" key while you do that! (please thank your brother nicely and remind him that it builds character.) Good thing you have an accurate serve... ;)
3. Keep up the great playing!
4. Did I mention how much you rock? You TOTALLY rock! GO JAMES!!
5. The entire state of CT is cheering for you. Seriously. You can probably hear it from Australia...
ornith said January 22, 2009
1. You Rock.
2. Sorry about the persnickety comment on your e.e. cummings-style formatting; I was only kidding. Besides, I know what you mean about saving time – especially when your method of typing involves serving tennis balls at the keyboard to type each letter. It can be hard to find a volunteer to hold down the "shift" key while you do that! (please thank your brother nicely and remind him that it builds character.) Good thing you have an accurate serve… ;)
3. Did I mention how much you rock? You TOTALLY rock!
4. The entire state of CT is cheering for you. Seriously. You can probably hear it from Australia.
ornith replied January 22, 2009
jefflebowski said January 22, 2009
Great to read from you.
Keep up the good job. I have to say I didn't see your last game against de Chaunac but I heard it was quite good from you.
Some say you were a little bit rushing to finish the match which might be dangerous sometimes.
Anyway now Igor Andreev, strong Russian player, he beat Gulbis who's a great potential so be careful, this game will be rhough.
When you play well you can beat anyone James so stay in the game, this tournament could be for you.
Another JB
Lyonesse said January 22, 2009
On another note, I read that you were a big donor for Obama! Thank you so much for your help; as an organizer [now sadly former organizer] I, and indeed the whole of OFA, can't be grateful enough for those contributions which made our field operations possible. (FYI, I rocked my J Block shirt in my turf)
Lyonesse said January 22, 2009
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Valencia said January 22, 2009
DeeLuvly said January 22, 2009
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Scrablmonics said January 22, 2009
Anyway, I think you can go all the way. LET'S GO JAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMMMEEEEEEESSSSSSS!!!
PatesPeg said January 22, 2009
DianeMc said January 23, 2009
david0711 said January 25, 2009
Wish you the best for the match against Tsonga!
Mikayla said January 26, 2009
NickRall said January 26, 2009
inthezone said January 26, 2009
ornith said January 26, 2009
Hopefully by the time you're reading this, you're "over" the Tsonga match. I know it was a tough one and we all really wanted you to win... but the thing is, we JB fans feel like we've got ,something more than your average tennis-fan. We keep loving you, whether you win or lose a match; we even love watching you practice! We love your personality and your smile, your dignity and courage and the way you embrace life. We love your book, and I'll bet I'm not the only one thinking there could be another one cooking in that head of yours... So, you have us all by the heart-strings. Can't wait to see you play again!!
toughtennisfan said January 26, 2009
i guess you win some and you loss some and it wasn't meant to be today but you are still my guy and am always in your corner.
am off to watch the Dubai tournament and shame you won't be there, any chance of changing your mind.
star80 said January 27, 2009
Scrablmonics said January 28, 2009
Love you anyway!! I challenge this lady who posted above me who says she's your biggest fan...That don't sit right with me, that just don't sit right.
star80 said January 28, 2009
numeroounofan said January 28, 2009
star80 said January 29, 2009
artwork_jkb24 said February 01, 2009
julia6476 said February 10, 2009
I know you hear it a million times, but I just want to let you know how well-loved and respected you are as a player AND a person. We're always rooting for you, and you played AWESOME in Australia. :)
Good luck in San Jose! I'm totally looking forward to you getting your next title here! Luv ya!
julia6476 said February 10, 2009
julia6476 said February 10, 2009
And by the way, no one minds whether you type with caps or not! :)
person96 said February 25, 2009
sarah8573 said March 30, 2009