How do I find my USTA junior rank?
Players will be able to search for their junior rating online. Players must have at least four match results in TennisLink to receive a rating. Click here to find your rating! You must be logged in to your USTA account in order to search for a junior rating level.
How do I find out my USTA ranking?
Go to http://tennislink.usta.com/TOURNAMENTS/Common.
- You can enter a USTA Membership # or player name and click Search to find ranking information.
- If you’d like to perform an advanced ranking search click the Rankings Advanced Search link.
What are USTA shadow rankings?
In order to inform players about the transition and provide a set of data to be reviewed by the USTA before official implementation in 2021, the USTA will be calculating “Shadow Rankings.” Shadow Rankings will be an unofficial National Standings List (NSL) based on 2020 results using the new 2021 ranking tables.
What is a 3.0 tennis rating?
3.0 Tennis Rating A tennis rating of a 3.0 can hit medium paced shots but lacks confidence and execution with power and control of the shots.
How do USTA junior points work?
The USTA uses a Points Per Round Combined Ranking System (PPR) to annually rank junior players and pub- lish weekly National Standings Lists. Ranking Points are earned by winning singles and doubles matches at various types of USTA national tournaments, sectional tournaments, and designated ITF tournaments.
What is my NTRP rating?
An NTRP Rating is a numerical indicator of tennis-playing ability, from 1.5 (beginner) through 7.0 (touring pro), which aligns with a set of general characteristics that break down the skills and abilities of each level, in 0.5 increments.
How is NTRP calculated?
Your current NTRP rating is calculated by using your year end rating, your opponent’s rating, and the margin of victory or defeat. Although your official rating is calculated by the USTA, they provide tools for self rating and skill level guidelines for you to get a rough idea of your level.
How do I appeal an NTRP rating?
To file a medical appeal, the player must submit a written request for reconsideration of his/her rating, the USTA League NTRP Medical Appeal Form and the Attending Physician’s Statement via email, fax or mail to his/her USTA Section League Coordinator who will forward to the Chair of the designated Medical Review …
What is a 6.0 tennis player?
This player has limited experience and is still working primarily on getting the ball into play. The 6.0 player typically has had intensive training for national tournament competition at the junior level and collegiate levels and has obtained a sectional and/or national ranking.
How can I get from 3.5 to 4.0 tennis?
How To Improve to a 4.0 Tennis Player
- Work On Consistency. Truthfully, if one had to describe the difference between a 3.5 and a 4.0 tennis player, the word might be consistency.
- Find Your Strengths and Use Them.
- Playing Defensively and Offensively.
- Take More Chances.
- Use Variety in Your Game.
What is Level 7 junior tennis?
Level 7 (Intermediate) These tournaments are great for the player starting their junior competitive career. Players should have basic match experience and have completed a number of practice matches. Players are guaranteed 2 matches. Yellow ball.
What is Level 7 in USTA?
Novice
USTA/SCTA Sanctioned Tournaments Level 7 (Novice or Entry Level) tournaments—these are one-day events in a “round-robin” or other format, intended for beginning tournament players.
Why are USTA NorCal junior tennis tournaments important?
USTA NorCal selects its strongest players to compete against top juniors from other USTA Sections and to be seen by college coaches. It’s a great opportunity to develop and improve physical, mental, and emotional skills.
Is there a ranking system for junior tennis?
On January 1, the USTA officially implemented a new system and ranking structure for Junior Tennis, based on the American Development Model, which provides a standardized and uniform system for competition across all 17 USTA Sections.
How are tennis players ranked in the USA?
Only a player’s top six singles and doubles results are counted towards their ranking. Annually, the USTA nationally ranks players in the Boys’ and Girls’ 18, 16, 14, and 12 divisions.
When does the USTA junior tennis tournament change?
We are excited to share that USTA will adopt a simplified nationwide structure, which will create a standardized system and greater consistency for our players, parents, coaches, tournament directors and officials. Click below to get the details on the important changes to the USTA Junior Competitive Structure that will take place in January 2021.