They are Emily and Bryant Dudzik of Gowen. She qualified for the Nationals in Midland this summer where she won four matches. While competing in that event, she was spotted by world reknowned coach Nick Bollettieri, who was impressed with her skills. One of the nicest parts of the program so far, according to Palladino, is to have the talented young players training alongside the older players. By continuing to foster young players in this way, Palladino hopes to see wave after wave of tennis greats blossoming in the Rockford area.
Tennis is a wonderful mix of power, touch, strategy, psychology, and endurance.