JUNIOR TOURNAMENTS
January 10, 2022
IMPORTANT UPDATE 1/12/2022
COVID-19: Participants are reminded that it is their responsibility to be aware of and follow any facility, local, or state guidelines in addition to following all MAS Event Play Guidelines. By registering for an event, a player is agreeing to compete regardless of the COVID-19 site requirements or event modifications. To learn more, review the tournament event homepage for more details.
USTA Mid-Atlantic Planning Calendar
Let's gear up for a fun and exciting year ahead! Please review the USTA Mid-Atlantic junior schedule and planning FAQs here. This is important information to understand when reviewing the planning calendars below.
Full 2022 Planning Calander:
*The planning calendar is subject to change.
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USTA Mid-Atlantic Virtual Conference Recap:
Thank you for joining us for the inaugural virtual conference. Please find all recorded sessions below:
Parent/Player Education Information Session
Sportsmanship
We are celebrating and recognizing great sportsmanship and you can be part of it! USTA Mid-Atlantic Section has launched a Sportsmanship & Community Service Recognition Program. Check out the program guidelines and nominate a player, parent, or provider today for their efforts to show good sportsmanship!
Tennis Create Well-being
Tennis unlocks many benefits for you physically, socially, and emotionally. With a racquet in your hand, you can gain more self-confidence, while reducing stress. Read how tennis in the Mid-Atlantic creates well-being for all players.
In case you missed it, here are the USTA Play into Competition Virtual Conference recordings and resources.
Recordings:
Day 1: Watch Recording
Day 2: Watch Recording
Day 3: Watch Recording
Resources:
USTA Junior Playbook: Download Here
Positioning Youth Tennis for Success: Download Here
Competitive Pathway Resources for Tennis Parents: Click here for Q&A and Webinars
Updates Continued: Mid-Atlantic Events
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Is my child ready for Junior Tournaments?
Players who are 10 years old or younger are not eligible to compete in Junior Tournaments until they have completed the Net Generation Play Tracker (coming soon) or they turn 11 years old.
If this is your child’s first experience with competitive match play, it is strongly recommended to start with at least one Junior Circuit event before entering a Junior Tournament. Junior Circuit events are open to all ages and introduce players to competitive match play in a fun, non-elimination short format. For more information on the Junior Circuit click here.
When you’re ready to play competitive tennis, USTA Junior Tournaments are a great way to get out on the court and test your game.
If you have questions regarding USTA Mid-Atlantic Junior Tournaments please email tournaments@mas.usta.com.
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Intermediate Players (L5, L6, L7) I Advanced Players (L3 & L4) | Additional Resources
Announcements:
Don't miss out - Mid-Atlantic Deadlines in 2022:
L7 - Monday 5:59 pm EST the week of the event (4 days prior to the first day of play)
L6 - Sunday 5:59 pm EST the week of the event (5 days prior to the first day of play)
L5 - Thursday 5:59 pm EST the week prior to the event (9 days prior to the first day of play)
L4 & L3 - Wednesday 5:59 pm EST the week prior to the event (10 days prior to the first day of play)
L3, L2 & L1 National Events - Typically 3-4 weeks prior to the event
Important Resources from the Mid-Atlantic Section:
Tournament Search: https://playtennis.usta.com/tournaments
Rankings: https://www.usta.com/en/home/play/rankings.html
For information on how to access results through the Player Profile, click here.
If you believe that there is an issue with your ranking please fill out this form.
Tournament Regulations for 2022
Player Guidelines - Junior Tournaments
USTA Player Promise and Spectator Oath
USTA Mid-Atlantic Discipline & Grievance Form, click here to file a grievance
Additional Resources from USTA:
Information for Intermediate Players:
It is recommended that intermediate players and players new to tournaments start by reviewing the USTA Mid-Atlantic Section Planning Guide and Tips which includes a link to our Level 5 Advanced Intermediate Planning Calendar.
Which levels are considered Intermediate?
Level 7 (L7) - Open Intermediate Round Robin Events (1 Day Events)
Level 6 (L6) - Open Intermediate Round Robin Events (2 Day Events)
Level 5 (L5) - Open and Closed Intermediate Sectional Events (Up to 3 Days)
Tournament Regulations for 2022
Information for Advanced Players:
It is recommended that advanced players start by reviewing the USTA Mid-Atlantic Section Planning Schedule FAQ'S when reviewing the 2022 L1-4 Advanced Planning Calander.
Which levels are considered Advanced?
Level 4 (L4) - Open & Closed Advanced Sectional Events (3+ Days)
Level 3 (L3) - National Events including Closed L3 USTA/MAS Sectional Championships (3+ Days)
Level 2 (L2) - National Tournaments and National Team events
Level 1 (L1) - National Championships; National Team Events; and some ITF events
Important Updates for Parents and Players: