"The ball crew, they feed off the energy of the crowd, the spectators, as well as the players. They're all part of the competition."
"During the trial process, we're looking at their agility, their speed, their hand-eye coordination, their urgency on court."
"Think of it like bowling. You want to get down and low, so that you're releasing the ball straight and fast as laser beams."
The U.S. Open is seeking 100 individuals to join the ball crew, responsible for supplying and retrieving tennis balls during matches. Candidates should have some tennis background, but extensive knowledge is not required. The application includes basic tennis trivia, and successful applicants will attend a tryout focusing on agility and coordination. The youngest crew members are 14 years old, while the oldest are in their late 40s. A key skill is rolling tennis balls accurately across the court.
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