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Late to the Ball: A Journey into Tennis and Aging

Name: Late to the Ball: A Journey into Tennis and Aging
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Book Synopsis: An award-winning author attempts to become a nationally competitive tennis player—at the age of sixty—in this “soulful meditation on aging, companionship, and the power of self-improvement” (The Wall Street Journal).

Being a man or a woman in your early sixties is different than it was a generation or two ago, at least for the more fortunate of us. We aren’t old…yet. But we sense it coming: Careers are winding down, kids are gone, parents are dying (friends, too), and our bodies are no longer youthful or even middle-aged.

Learning to play tennis in your fifties is no small feat, but becoming a serious, competitive tennis player at the age of sixty is a whole other matter. It requires training the body to defy age, and to methodically build one’s game—the strokework, footwork, strategy, and mental toughness.

Gerry Mazorati had the strong desire to lead an examined physical life, to push his body into the “encore” of middle age. In Late to the Ball Mazorati writes vividly about his difficulties, frustrations, and triumphs of becoming a seriously good tennis player. He takes on his quest with complete vigor and absolute determination to see it through, providing a rich, vicarious experience, involving the science of aging, his existential battle with time, and the beautiful, mysterious game of tennis.

“Enjoyable…crisp and clean” (Publishers Weekly), Late to the Ball is also captivating evidence that the rest of the Baby Boomer generation, now between middle age and old age, can find their own quest and do the same.

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Are you ready to defy the limitations of aging? Discover the inspiring journey of Gerry Mazorati as he takes on the challenge of becoming a nationally competitive tennis player at the age of sixty in his award-winning book, Late to the Ball: A Journey into Tennis and Aging. This captivating memoir is a soulful meditation on aging, companionship, and the power of self-improvement. Mazorati's story will show you that being in your early sixties can be a time of new beginnings and exciting possibilities.

In today's fast-paced world, where aging is often viewed as a decline, Late to the Ball offers a fresh perspective. Mazorati's honest and vivid account of his difficulties, frustrations, and triumphs will inspire you to take up new challenges and embrace the encore of middle age. Whether you're a tennis enthusiast or looking for motivation to push your boundaries, this book will resonate with you.

Learning to play tennis in your fifties is no small feat, but Mazorati goes above and beyond by becoming a seriously good tennis player in his sixties. Through rigorous training and unwavering determination, he defies age and builds his game, focusing on strokework, footwork, strategy, and mental toughness. Late to the Ball is a thrilling exploration of the science of aging and the transformative power of sports.

As a member of the Baby Boomer generation, now between middle age and old age, you can find your own quest and unleash your potential. Late to the Ball demonstrates that it's never too late to pursue your passions and discover a renewed sense of purpose. Take the first step towards your own journey of self-improvement and embrace the magic of tennis. Join Gerry Mazorati in Late to the Ball and embark on a transformative adventure today.

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