Welcome to Love & Lob –
a place that’s affordable, inclusive, & just plain fun.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, tennis became a go-to sport—one of the few ways people could stay active while staying safe. It introduced countless new players to the game, but as life returned to normal, so did tennis’s biggest barriers: limited access and high costs.That’s why we created Love & Lob—a lifestyle that blends the energy of community with the timeless joy of tennis. We’re here to make the game more accessible, inclusive, & fun, turning the court into more than just a place to play—it’s a space to connect & enjoy the sport in a whole new way.

What We Do

We're a collective focused on building a community around the joy of tennis.Through that, we host monthly clinics & social gatherings revolving around a shared appreciation for the sport.We embrace a welcoming atmosphere for all players. Whether you’re a total newbie or have a few years under your belt, come through & experience “our brand” of tennis.

Check Out our Events Below

Hungry for some Weekend Action?

We are now offering weekend sessions weekly at our new home courts on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.We offer classes such as Cardio Tennis to burn off those calories from the night before, Private Lessons to really elevate your game and FREE open court time to play with friends, as well as our popular 90-minute group clinics.Please check our calendar below for more information and registration.

The Team

Khari & Mike’s tennis journey began in New York City, honing their skills in the historic neighborhood of Harlem. As high school standouts, they led The Beacon School to a top 10 national ranking, capturing multiple PSAL City Championships along the way.Their success earned them scholarships to prestigious Division I universities, with Mike taking a gap year to compete on the Men's Professional ATP Tour.Today, Mike serves as a Player Development Consultant, ITF/USTA Travel Coach, as well as the Head Coach for both the Men’s & Women’s teams at John Jay College.Meanwhile, Khari balances a career in Corporate America while coaching the Seton Hall University Women’s Tennis Team.

3v3 Singles Schedule
(LOVE Division)

Match WeekDayTimeTeams (LOVE)
Week 1SAT, SEP 201pmVolletts (W) vs The Lob-sters
Week 1SAT, SEP 202:30pmVolletts (W) vs Serves U Right
Week 2SUN, SEP 281pmEverything Bagels vs Serves U Right (W)
Week 3SAT, OCT 41pmThe Lob-sters vs Everything Bagels
Week 3SAT, OCT 42:30pmThe Lob-sters vs Serves U Right
Week 3SAT, OCT 44pmVolletts vs Everything Bagels
Week 4SAT, OCT 111pmThe Lob-sters vs Serves U Right
Week 4SAT, OCT 112:30pmEverything Bagels vs Serves U Right
Week 5SAT, OCT 181pmVolletts vs Everything Bagels
Week 5SAT, OCT 182:30pmVolletts vs The Lob-sters

3v3 Singles Schedule
(ACE Division)

Match WeekDayTimeTeams (ACE)
Week 1SAT, SEP 202pmRacquet Rats vs Track Stars (W)
Week 1SUN, SEP 211pmThe Big Three (W) vs The Slice Girls
Week 2SAT, SEP 271pmUWS Sinners (W) vs Racquet Rats
Week 2SAT, SEP 271pmThe Slice Girls vs 40 - No Love (W)
Week 3SAT, OCT 41pmThe Big Three vs UWS Sinners
Week 3SAT, OCT 41pmTrack Stars vs 40 - No Love
Week 3SAT, OCT 42:30pmThe Big Three vs Track Stars
Week 3SAT, OCT 42:30pmRacquet Rats vs 40 – No Love
Week 3SAT, OCT 44pmRacquet Rats vs The Slice Girls
Week 4SAT, OCT 111pmUWS Sinners vs The Slice Girls
Week 4SAT, OCT 112:30pmThe Slice Girls vs Track Stars
Week 4SUN, OCT 122:30pmThe Big Three vs 40 - No Love
Week 5SAT, OCT 181pmThe Big Three vs Racquet Rats
Week 5SAT, OCT 181pm40 - No Love vs UWS Sinners
Week 5SAT, OCT 182:30pmUWS Sinners vs Track Stars

PLAYOFFS & CHAMPIONSHIPS:

Sunday, October 26. 1:30pm
Ace Division
Quarterfinals
#3 Seed vs #6 Seed
#4 Seed vs #5 Seed
 
Semifinals
#1 Seed vs Winner of 4/5
#2 Seed vs Winner of 3/6
 
Final
Winner of #1 vs Winner of 4/5Love Division
Semifinals
#1 Seed vs #4 Seed
#2 Seed vs #3 Seed
 
Final
Winner of 1/4 vs 2/3

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Welcome to
Love & Lob Invitational

Tennis Club of Hastings

Hosted by Paume Cafe
July 12th, 2-8PM
100 River Street
Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706

Join us for the inaugural L&L Invitational

It’s a day packed with non-stop tennis, fun, delicious food, & refreshing drinks. Whether you decide to hit the courts or simply relax courtside soaking up the sun with an Aperol Spritz, there’s something for everyone to enjoy (kids too).We have food by Layla's Falafel, hydration drinks by Leisure Hydration, whiskey tasting by Uncle Nearest, & beer by Bronx Brewery. Oh, did we forget to mention that Jamesy will be cutting it up on the 1s and 2s?We have 2 hours of tennis on the infamous American green clay (Har-Tru). You’ll hit plenty of balls on multiple courts, with dedicated pros doing a variety of drills & games, Love&Lob style.Escape the city for a day, enjoy a train ride along the shoreline, & groove with us as we kick off the premier tennis event of the Summer.

Tennis Registration

$88 (Standard, June 27 – July 5 )
$98 (Last Call, July 6 – July 8)

What's Included?

  • 2 hours of Tennis

  • Goodie bag + T-shirt

  • Light bites by Layla’s Falafel

  • 1 beer from Bronx Brewery

  • 1 can of Leisure

  • Uncle Nearest Whiskey Tasting

Spectator Ticket

$41.50 (Standard, June 27 - July 8)
$20 (Child/Teen Ticket, Ages 8 to 21, June 27 - July 8)
Free (Kids Ticket, 7 & under)

What's Included?

  • Entrance to the Invitational as a spectator

  • Light bites by Layla’s Falafel

  • Goodie Bag

  • 1 can of Leisure

  • Uncle Nearest Whiskey Tasting

Refund Policy: Up to 7 days before event. If rain-out, ticket holders will receive a credit.

Sponsored by

FAQs

Anyone! Please note that only adults (21+) can participate in the tennis. The skill levels we’re accepting are shown below:

Beginner: Few lessons, play with friends, know basics, can rally a little on mini-court

Advanced Beginner: Consistent contact, keep ball in play, can rally a little on full-court

Intermediate: Decent technique, sometimes inconsistent, but can hit all types of shots

Advanced: Play consistently, good with match play, USTA 4.0+

Yourself! If you don’t have a racquet, add one of our demo racquets by Furi Sport on the registration page. If the option is sold out, you must purchase a demo racquet at the club.

You (& your friends or family) will participate in a quick warm-up, a couple of drills to fine-tune some shots, & then enjoy some fun singles & doubles games from 3pm to 5pm.

Some games will offer the chance to win some special prizes! You may also take a quick break in between all the action if you like.

We’ll also have an additional court from 5pm to 6pm for free hitting if anyone still has the energy!

If you just want to pull up for the vibes, there’s space for you too. Feel free to hang out on the patio, or upstairs in the clubhouse, meet a few new people along the way & enjoy the sunset along the Hudson River.

Absolutely! Food and drinks will be available for purchase on-site, along with special drink offers for everyone to enjoy.

Come through! Grab a spectator-only ticket available for both adults & kids.
Please note, everyone needs to purchase a ticket in advance. If registration closes & you would like to come, please email [email protected] for guidance.

If so, please email [email protected] and we’ll put you on the waitlist. If someone drops, we’ll alert you when a spot becomes available.

Please wear tennis or active wear with tennis sneakers (cross-trainers, alternatively, not running sneakers).

We’ll be centrally located on the 2nd floor of the Clubhouse (Paume Café), which will serve as our check-in point for all attendees. The clubhouse features bathrooms, a bar & kitchen, as well as both indoor & outdoor deck seating. Adjacent to the tennis courts, you’ll find a waterfront bar & patio.

Purchase your train ticket using the MTA TrainTime app or at the ticket machine on the platform.

Departing Grand Central: Every 30 minutes starting at 12:50pm.

Returning from Hastings-on-Hudson: Every 30 minutes starting at 5:25pm

Directions

By Train:
40 minutes from Grand Central, 28 minutes from Harlem – 125th Street by Metro North.Trains run every 30 minutes, starting at 12:50pm from Grand Central. If you're a full participant (playing tennis) we suggest boarding the 1:20pm or 1:50pm train to enjoy the full experience. If you're coming as a spectactor, we advise no later than the 2:50pm train.Please sit in one of the first five cars of the train. Once you exit, it is a 4-minute walk to the club. Ascend the stairs to street level, cross the bridge, turn right, & continue towards the club.Once entering the clubhouse, proceed directly to the 2nd floor (Paume Café) for sign-in & registration.By Car:
Address: 100 River Street
Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706
Free Weekend Parking in front of the club

What type of Player are you?

Absolute Beginner (Starting Level): Complete newcomers who need to learn how to hold a racket properly, basic swing mechanics, & fundamental movement patterns. They're just beginning to make consistent contact with the ball.Beginner: Players who can make basic contact with the ball and understand court positioning, but their shots lack consistency and power. They can sustain short rallies on a smaller court with cooperative partners.Advanced Beginner: Players who have developed more reliable ball contact and can keep rallies going on a full court, though their shot placement & power are still developing. They understand basic strategy, but execution remains inconsistent.Low-Intermediate: Players with solid fundamental technique who can execute all basic strokes (forehand, backhand, serve, volley) but with varying degrees of success. Their consistency fluctuates during matches, & they're still refining their shot selection.High-Intermediate: Consistent players with good technique across all strokes who can execute most shots reliably under pressure. They understand court positioning, basic tactics, & can compete effectively in recreational leagues (USTA 3.5-4.0 level).Advanced: Highly consistent players who excel in match situations, capable of executing advanced shots and strategies. They compete at USTA 4.0+ levelsI'm Nice: Former high-level competitive players (high school/college) with exceptional technique, court sense, and match experience. They play at USTA 4.5+ levels with advanced shot-making ability