Three Basic Tennis Serves

Tennis Serves
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George Manos has spent more than a decade as president of Thor Executive, a New York City security services organization. A tennis player in high school and college, George Manos continues to enjoy playing the game outside of work.

The serve is often described as one of the most important shots in the game of tennis. Players can alter the pace and placement of their serves in a number of ways, although there are three basic kinds: the flat serve, the slice serve, and the kick serve.

The flat serve is often used as an offensive shot that relies on sheer pace to overwhelm opponents. A flat serve is hit with little to no spin and a trajectory that passes just a few inches over the net. While flat serves are an important component of attacking in tennis, players must appreciate the risk of faulting with such a low clearance above the net.

To offset the dangers of repeatedly using flat serves, players should master the slice serve. Right-handed players brush the ball up the right side, which puts a curve on the ball, allowing servers to either drag their opponent off court with a wide serve or surprise them with an ace up the center line. The drawback of the slice serve is its predictability. Once the slice loses its surprise, the pace provides returners the opportunity to be aggressive with the ball.

Finally, the kick serve, or top-spin serve, allows players to hit with a fair amount of pace while maintaining a margin for error. Kick serves are hit with “top spin,” a high degree of forward revolution, which makes it easier to keep the ball in play. After landing in a player’s service box, a kick serve will immediately jump up high and shoot forward, disrupting the returner’s timing. Kick serves are especially effective when hit into an opponent’s body, a tactic known as the body serve.

The Importance of Natural Point of Aim and How to Practice It

Natural Point of Aim
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New York executive, George Manos heads THOR Executive Security Teams as president. Having established a successful career, George Manos can enjoy many of his interests, including the sport of marksmanship.

To improve in marksmanship, keep in mind the “natural point of aim” theory. This idea does not focus on forcing a rifle to line up with a target. Instead, it teaches you to recognize how your body is positioned in a relaxed state when holding a weapon. Understanding body positioning allows you to place yourself in a spot that naturally points your rifle at an intended target.

A good way to practice the concept is to hold a rifle naturally in a shooting position and to point it toward a mark. Once you feel your sights are positioned accurately, close your eyes and focus on relaxing your body. Breathing in and out a couple of times helps. From that point, open your eyes and observe where the sights moved. Reposition your entire body and rifle to line up the sights once again and then shoot. By becoming more aware of the natural point of aim, you will greatly improve your accuracy.

CPR and AED Training from the American Red Cross

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The president and CEO of THOR Executive Security Teams, George Manos provides tactical high-risk operational resources to military forces. As a certified instructor for the American Red Cross, George Manos also teaches CPR and AED courses for the organization.

The American Red Cross offers AED (automated external defibrillator) and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) certification through a variety of educational opportunities. Those interested can take simulated classes, participate online, or have the full classroom experience. Additionally, certified personnel can continue their education with online refresher courses.

CPR courses from the Red Cross require several hours of time to complete sufficient training to receive certification. Skills gained will prepare participants to handle breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults and children.

The Red Cross’ AED training courses teach participants how to use an automated external defibrillator in case of emergency, as well as when it is necessary to do so. This training also requires a time commitment of several hours to reach certification.

Both courses provide training that can save lives. For more information, visit www.redcross.org.

New York Jets Coach Bowles Wants Brandon Marshall to Cut Weight

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George Manos serves as president of THOR Executive Security Teams and vice president of the Soldiers’, Sailors’, Marines’, Coast Guard & Airmen’s Club. Outside of his professional life, George Manos is a lifelong fan of the NFL’s New York Jets.

According to reports, Jets head coach Todd Bowles believes that wideout Brandon Marshall needs to slim down a bit before the upcoming season.

Marshall recently posted a video on Twitter informing Jets fans that Bowles has asked him to drop his playing weight below 230 pounds; the video also featured a modest dinner plate of blueberries and grouper. For his part, Bowles says he believes dropping the weight will help Marshall return to the speed he exhibited in Miami.

Last year, Marshall posted huge numbers of 109 receptions for 1,502 yards and 14 touchdowns. Now in his early 30s, Marshall may need to do a little more than before to maintain his speed, which is likely why Bowles is asking him to drop the weight.

The Soldiers’, Sailors’, Marines’, Coast Guard and Airmen’s Club Ball

The Soldiers’, Sailors’, Marines’, Coast Guard and Airmen’s Club Ball
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George Manos serves as president of THOR Executive Security Teams based in New York City. A former student of the New York Military Academy, George Manos is currently a member and vice president of the Soldiers’, Sailors’, Marines’, Coast Guard and Airmen’s Club (SSMAC Club). The club’s annual Military Ball was most recently held October 9, 2015 at The Hotel Pierre in New York City.

The annual SSMAC Club Military Ball proudly saluted the United States Army as well as its military and civilian honorees. The evening’s featured entertainment was Alex Donner and his orchestra, and the dress code required black ties along with military dress and decorations. The 2015 Military Ball grand chairmen were Mrs. Ryland E. D. Chase, Ms. Julia Irene Kauffman, and Mr. Ivan Obolensky.

The reception began at 7:00 p.m. in the Cotillion Room and dinner was served in the Grand Ballroom at 7:45 p.m. Guests could choose between five ticket types, including tables named after generals which seated ten and cost $25,000, benefactor tables for $10,000, patriot tables for $7,500, or individual tickets for either $1,000 or $750.

American Pet Nutrition Sponsors the Red Cross Pet First Aid App

 

Pet First Aid App
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George Manos is president and CEO of T-H-O-R Executive Security Teams in New York, New York. In addition to his work providing high-end security solutions to his clients, George Manos, who is a graduate of the New York Military Academy, is a Red Cross instructor certified to teach first aid.

April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month, and this year the Red Cross teamed up with American Pet Nutrition to create a free app for pet owners. American Pet Nutrition was founded in 1972 in order to provide the highest quality pet foods and treats. The company’s motto, “do it better,” represents their commitment to the health and wellbeing of pets as a part of the family, and sponsoring the new Red Cross app is a way of following through with that commitment.

The app will offer access to step-by-step instructions, videos, and images for help with emergency pet situations as well as day-to-day decisions regarding nutrition and training. App users can learn what to look for when considering whether to take their pet to the vet and retrieve a handy list of vets, emergency pet care facilities, and pet hotels when needed. American Pet Nutrition’s sponsorship has allowed the Red Cross to expand the app and provide a free service that may be extremely helpful for many American pet owners.

American Counterterrorism in National Security Environment

American Counterterrorism
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George Manos serves as president and CEO of THOR Executive Security Teams, Inc. Under George Manos’ supervision, the company offers skilled services in a number of areas, including executive protection, government resources security, and counterterrorism.

Terrorism and its harmful effects are occurring more and more each year. Many observers say America no longer has identifiable enemies that can be contained with traditional military measures. Counterterrorism is necessary in this global environment to keep America secure. Counterterrorism is critical to preventing attacks. If an unfortunate event does occur, being able to respond in a manner that minimizes the impact is key.

Effective counterterrorism strategies have short-term and long-term goals. The short-term goals are to properly monitor American interests and to ensure that there are adequate law enforcement and military resources to thwart any planned terrorist acts. The long-term counterterrorism goal is to destroy terrorist network by making it difficult for them to attract new members. The most effective way to accomplish this is to provide aid and resources to the impoverished countries where terrorist networks seek many of their recruits.

NAEMT’s Tactical Combat Casualty Care Courses

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George Manos is the president of THOR Executive Security Teams and vice president of the Soldiers’, Sailors’, Marines’, Coast Guard & Airmen’s Club. In 2009, George Manos completed a life-saving course called the Tactical Combat Casualty Care course, or TCCC, to enhance his knowledge and preparedness.

The TCCC course was created to provide individuals with evidence-based techniques and strategies for trauma care on the battlefield. Though it can be administered by any qualified instructor, the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians, or NAEMT, provide the only TCCC course that is endorsed by the American College of Surgeons.

The TCCC course is given as a part of the NAEMT’s PHTLS program, an esteemed prehospital trauma education program. The course, which is compliant with the Department of Defense’s Committee on TCCC, actually consists of two separate courses depending on the type of personnel being trained.

The TCCC-MP, or TCCC for Medical Personnel, is a two-day course designed for combat EMS and military personnel, and may be taught to medics, corpsmen, and pararescue personnel. This course can also be taught to civilian tactical EMS. The TCCC-AC, or TCCC for All Combatants, is a one-day course taught to non-medical military personnel, provides soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines with appropriate first-responder skills.

Course sites, instructors, and students of NAEMT’s TCCC course are supported by a network for tactical affiliate faculty both locally and internationally as well as a staff at NAEMT’s Headquarters Office. The course is also accredited by the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services and is recognized by the National Registry of EMTs.

All About the American Paint Horse

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George Manos is the President and CEO of Thor Executive Security Teams, formed in 2005 to provide teams of individuals to provide corporate, individual, or government protection. For years, George Manos had a Paint horse, an American Indian pony named Ten Bears that he, along with his wife and daughter, rode as much as they could.

The Paint horse has a combination of white and any other color in their coat. The first known description of these horses is from 1519, when the explorer Hernando Cortes described two of his horses as having pinto markings. Drawings painted on buffalo robes in the American Indian Comanche tribes indicate these horses were especially favored by the Comanche.

While many different breeds of horses can be described as “pinto,” American Paint Horses are a specific breed that’s very popular today in stock-horse western events and other types of riding disciplines. The American Paint Horse Association formed in 1965 with the intention of maintaining and promoting horses with stock horse builds and painted colorings.

National Rifle Association to Hold 2016 Annual Meeting in Louisville

NRA Hosts 2016 Annual Meeting in Louisville
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George Manos serves as the president of THOR Executive Security Teams, comprised of former law enforcement and military professionals, who provide defense in high-risk environments. George Manos maintains a lifetime membership in the National Rifle Association.

In 2016, the National Rifle Association will hold its 145th Annual Meeting and Exhibits in Louisville, Kentucky. The four-day event commences on May 19th at the Kentucky Exposition Center and includes educational seminars, collections of firearms for viewing, and special events, such as a banquet benefiting the NRA Foundation and its weapons training and conservation programs. The Annual Meeting takes place on the third day of the event. The Association’s president and other leaders will present the organization’s plan to preserve Americans’ Second Amendment right to bear arms.

More than 650 exhibitors are expected to attend. Vendors will share their products and services in the 450,000-square-foot Exposition Center beginning on May 20th. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore booths and purchase gear, ranging from hunting accessories to firearms. For more information, visit www.nraam.org.