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Late to the Ball
288 pages, 2017
Gerry Mazorati shares his personal account of becoming a nationally competitive tennis player—at the age of sixty. As a man or a woman in your early sixties, you may feel you are different from what you were a generation or two ago. You are not old yet, but you sense it coming. Career is winding down and kids are all gone, parents are dying and so are friends.
What else is left to do? You can still play tennis, the amateur level at least, because it’s the sport that most people can play until they drop dead or something serious happens or it gets too dangerous. Gerry started playing tennis seriously when he reached his mid-fifties but he wanted more. He wanted to lead examined physical life.
In Late to the Ball, Gerald Marzorati shows us that age is not a barrier to learning new skills. He started learning tennis in his late 50s and proved that it's never too late to start something new. So, if you've been putting off learning a new skill, take a leaf out of Marzorati's book and get started!
Marzorati's journey to becoming a tennis player wasn't easy. He had to put in hours of practice and face numerous challenges. But his dedication and persistence paid off. This book will inspire you to stay dedicated to your goals, no matter how tough the journey gets.
In his quest to learn tennis, Marzorati realized the importance of having a good coach. His coach not only taught him the technical aspects of the game but also helped him develop the right mindset. If you're looking to master a new skill, find a good coach who can guide you.
One of the key messages in Late to the Ball is that learning is a lifelong process. Marzorati didn't stop learning even in his late 50s. This book will encourage you to keep learning and growing, no matter what stage of life you're in.
While Marzorati was focused on learning tennis, he also found joy in the journey. He enjoyed the process of learning, the challenges he faced, and the progress he made. This book will remind you to enjoy the journey, not just the destination.
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