Senior Tennis Insiders Playback

October 31, 2025

Attack of the Zombie Toe: A Senior Tennis Injury Story from USTA League Play

What started as a friendly end-of-season doubles match turned into a full-blown Halloween horror show when my second toe dislocated — four times. I played on, popping it back in between points like a deranged field medic, earned some strange respect, and limped my way to chicken sliders and a podiatrist visit that left more questions than answers. This is not the recovery arc I had in mind.
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I’m Mike Rogers, and yes, I’ve spent more time hacking away at tennis balls than I’d care to admit. Let’s just say my knees and I have seen a few wars (most of them against my own backhand). The truth? You never really reach the finish line in this game. There’s always a new trick to learn, a serve to fix, or a point to chase—even when you swear you only came for the post-match snacks.

Expect a steady mix of practical tips and hilarious lessons, all served with a healthy dose of honesty and laughter. I spotlight wild points, friendly rivalries, and those moments when we’re all just out there hoping our shorts don’t split. My stories come from my journey—and from players who know what it’s like chasing the next win after sixty.