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What began as a hobby for Spike Gurney transformed into a full-time position as a professional tennis player. Spike was drawn to tennis at a young age because of the individual results of winning a match versus other team sports where the results are based on the success of your team. With little means to join a club, take tennis lessons and purchase pricey equipment, Spike began playing tennis with a friend at a local park. Now, Spike teaches tennis at the Palm Beach Country club to students looking to improve their tennis game and take pleasure in the sport.

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