Sac City Express » Mario Yanez

Tennis is no laughing matter

Yvette Lessard — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 02:49:39 +0000

Mario Yanez is dedicated to tennis. He sweats profusely as he hops at rabbit speed to return the service his opponent launched at him with a lethal and devious look. He doesn’t care about the foe and returns the lime green tennis fuzz ball with the same intensity and dedication, with a simple whack of the blood red racket.

When it comes to playing on the court, Yanez gives his all and leaves with no regrets or resentments of his performance. He resembles the determination of Andre Agassi, Rafael Nadal and Pete Sampras, but in the end has no interest [read more...]

PHOTO GALLERY: Both tennis teams lose against Modesto

Exie Frazier — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 21:23:09 +0000

The City College tennis teams fell to the Modesto Junior College Pirates on March 19. The weather was warm, and so were a few of the players’ composure on the courts as the Panthers fought hard.

The women’s team lost 2 -7 against MJC. But the ladies showed excellent sportsmanship, keeping their emotions toward a challenging competitor almost invisible.

The men’s team faced a tough MJC squad and other challenges. Mario Yanez’s shoe developed a hole on the bottom, affecting his performance. But Yanez had a lot of support from his teammates.

“I’m sure they played to the best of [read more...]

Tennis teams warm up to new season

Online Staff — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 01:37:22 +0000

City College men’s and women’s tennis team prepares for their new spring season, with their first opponent being bad weather.