Jen has been a teammate for a few years now. When I took over as captain for a SouthBay tennis team, she mentored me -- teaching me the ins and outs of USTA regulations and team strategies. We only spent a few times on the courts, but she would always be available via text to chat with. Once, she gave me advice on raising a Taurus tennis player daughter, as she too was one. Her humor was dry, but man, when she wanted to make you laugh she absolutely can. Here in California, the news is trickling about her passing and we are a mixed bag of emotions. Shocked, yes. Devastated, absolutely. There will be an emptiness we did not know exists. To her NY family, please know, your daughter/sister/cousin/friend-- her memory will be held with love and respect. We will continue to exchange stories of Jen to keep her spirit alive. We are so very sorry for your loss.