Junior Competition

Boys and Girls 10U District Championships

10U Boys: Vernon Hills High School and LifeSport Libertyville/Lincolnshire:
Saturday, July 17 (potential playoffs on Sunday, July 18). Register here.
 

10U Girls: Wheaton North High School and Wheaton Sport Center:
Saturday, July 24 (potential playoffs on Sunday, July 25). Register here.

Here is what you need to know:

• 32 players accepted: Divided into 2- 16 player Compass Draws or Round Robin events based on the number of participants
• Guaranteed 4 matches (remember, players can only get Play Tracker credit for 4 matches in one event)
• One six game set, 7-point tie break at 5-5; no-ad scoring
• Cost: $75

Per Net Generation Pathway Regulations, any player between 9 and 10 years old is eligible to play in this event. Players who are ages 7-9 must be approved by a certified SafePlay coach on Net Generation/USTA.com to have achieved the competencies required to compete at the green ball level.

Please review these links for more information:

• Play Tracker on Net Generation
• Net Generation Coach Assessment Guide

If you have questions on these procedures, please email Barb Rueth at b.rueth@chicagodistricttennis.com.

2021 Chicago Junior District Championships

Congratulations to all the players who competed in the District Championships! Impressive play and great fight was on display by all!

Players recognized for Outstanding Sportsmanship:

• Boys 10s - Kavi Sarai
• Boys 12s – Nicholas Du, Mathieu Veltkamp
• Girls 12s – Gabrielle David
• Boys 14s – Patrick Burke
• Girls 14s – Ava Chadha
• Girls 16s – Sophie Baker
• Boys 18s – Jack Goldstein
• Girls 18s – Sonia Mehta, Smita Dhar

Parent Lunch and Learn - Keeping Your Junior Player Mentally Healthy

In a pre-recorded webinar, Dr. Larry Lauer and Dr. Shawn Foltz-Emmons discuss the importance of mental health and answer key parent questions. Learn more here.

Junior Competition Opportunities

USTA junior tournaments are offered in a variety of formats, including individual, team, non-elimination and elimination. There are also competitions for wheelchair players. This wide range allows you to compete in a way that makes you feel comfortable, suits your level of play and helps you experience success. The tournament structure consists of seven levels of ranking tournaments, with the lowest level of intermediate tournament classified as a Level 7 and USTA National Championships classified as Level 1. For entry-level to intermediate players of all ages, a non-ranking series of events called the Net Generation Circuit will focus on age-appropriate competition, development and fun.

You can learn more about the USTA junior tournament structure here.

Ready to get in on the action? Click here to find a tournament near you. If you’d like to jump right to Midwest and National schedules, visit this page.

Youth Progression PlayTracker

10 and Under (10U) tennis allows players to grasp the fundamentals of the sport. Participants learn about grips, preparation, swing path and ball placement. The equipment and courts are tailored to skill level, so kids can see their improvement and have fun right from the start. For those players ready for competition, USTA also provides play opportunities.

Click here for more information on the new 2021 USTA 10 and Under tennis program and PlayTracker.

USTA Sanctioned Programming

Team Challenge

A low-pressure team environment introducing competition without emphasizing results

Team Tournaments

Innovative format with increased competition focusing on team results

Junior Circuit

Non-elimination format for individual competition emphasizing results & ratings

Find programs near you at netgeneration.com or playtennis.usta.com/tournaments.

There are many of these events throughout the Chicago area. Contact Barb Rueth if you’d like more information about entering your child or hosting an event.

Tournament Director Resources

• 2021 Nationwide Junior Competitive Structure
• Host a Team Challenge
• Host a Team Tournament
• Friend at Court
• CDTA Tournament Directors Guide L6-7

To schedule an official, contact Marilyn Goldman at mgoldman7@sbcglobal.net.