Tennis players enticed by Wimbledon or the summer’s warm weather may have a problem over the next few months finding a spot on campus to hone their skills. Crew are reconstructing all 12 of the Carmichael Gym courts and Campus Rec officials are directing those looking to play toward the courts at Pullen Park. According to Matt Miller, director of the Carmichael Gym, crews are reconstructing the courts of recent drainage issues which have developed, leading to frequent cracking throughout the courts. ”The existing courts had been resurfaced over and over and drainage issues have developed over the years,” said Miller. “To get the effect that we wanted, which is smooth courts that drained well, we had to do this properly.” Miller said the number of courts won’t change and they should be ready for play in August. ”The courts are being completely rebuilt and the plan is for them to be done by the beginning of August,” Miller said. “Twelve were there, and 12 are going back.” Miller also said the new courts will provide added features not available on the old courts. ”We’ll add some outside amenities, like benches, shade structures and an outdoor teaching space for lectures and instruction,” Miller said. “The hitting walls will also be greatly improved.” Miller said Carmichael Gym employees have been directing those wishing to play toward Pullen Park or other areas around Raleigh. ”Pullen Park is the closest to campus,” Miller said. “The town of Cary has a nice tennis center also.”