Oh so true - I can certainly relate to this one
I enjoyed playing both Squash and Badminton. One of my Badminton opponents comes quickly to mind, we would play everyday during lunch time. The first month I never scored a point against him and it required another six months before I won my first game
I also experienced a somewhat similar learning curve when I took up Squash (not as devastating mind you), I eventually volunteered to be one of the Base Squash club's team Captain - basically someone to schedule matches with other teams on a weekly basis. When an individual would call me and cancel a game, I would grab my gear and play in their place since I was only 5 mins or so away from the gym.
Be well...
