Mixed Doubles

"It was only ever meant to be a sporting partnership."

“You cannot be serious. Dean Bradley wants me to partner him? But he’s the world number 6.”“Yes, but he was number 1, remember. He’s slowing down now, he’s started playing more doubles, and he’s looking for a new partner. Apparently,...

A Tennis Lesson

"Fucked on a tennis court"

“Come and play?” Her gentle voice carried easily in the still June air, but I only opened my eyes for a moment.  “Come and play with me?” This time I turned on to my side and looked at her. “Come...

Top Spin

"Emma is assigned a new tennis coach to teach her top spin."

The cold inconsistent wind was irritating her, blowing her long brown bangs into her eyes, swirling around her bare legs, and teasingly lifting her short blue skirt. Emma cursed her uniform under her breath. It was autumn and the temperature...