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Chicago Junior Competition



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.

 

Tennis 101 in the Chicago Park District

Kids, learn the basics of tennis at these USTA Tennis 101 classes. Through this program, junior participants will participate in fun games, learn character growth principles and work on their athletic development. Participants who complete the program will possess the fundamental skills in order to be confident in enjoying tennis. You do not need any prior tennis experience to enjoy USTA Tennis 101. Participants should come with their own racquet, appropriate court shoes, sunscreen, and water bottle. If you need help getting a racquet, reach out to us at info@chicagodistricttennis.com. In the case of inclement weather, you will receive a text through Serve Tennis informing you if class gets cancelled. Classes are priced assuming there will be at least one weather cancellation. If more than that occurs, refunds will be provided at the end of the session. 

 

Click here to find out about our beginner junior tennis classes in Chicago Park District parks or email us at chicagoinfo@midwest.usta.com.

For more information on JTT click here.

USTA Chicago’s Junior District Championships are a Level 5 tournament open only to junior players in the Chicago District. Results from the 2025 tournament are:

 

Girls 10s

Winner - Noor Quazi

Finalist - Ashira Sharad

Sportsmanship Winner - Kobi Ashinze

 

Boys 10s

Winner Draw 1 - Leo Chavez

Winner Draw 2 - Julian Herbert

Winner Draw 3 - Kishan Barad

Sportsmanship Winners - Arjun Barad, Ronnie Demir, David Kang

 

Girls 12s 

Winner - Masha Sky

Finalist - Genoa Sinno

Sportsmanship Winner - Kelly Yin

 

Boys 12s 

Winner - Patricio Rossi Agullo

Finalist - Harjas Sapal

Sportsmanship Winner - Taaher Ismail

 

Girls 14s

Winner - Ilyse Bauer

Finalist - Maya Keller

Sportsmanship Winner - Francesca Ruta

 

Boys 14s

Winner - Tudor Gusatu

Finalist - Henry Zhong

Sportsmanship Winner - Steven Remelius

 

Girls 16s

Winner - Beatrice Bizzieri

Finalist - Tereza Subrova

Sportsmanship Winner - Anika Sarai

 

Boys 16s

Winner - Vincent Terekhin

Finalist - David Waterman

Sportsmanship Winner - Avinash Buchapalli

 

Girls 18s

Winner - Yulie Mae Madrio

Finalist - Paulina Mashereva

Sportsmanship Winner - Paulina Mashereva

 

Boys 18s

Winner - Matthew Sikorski

Finalist - Jaden Woller-Li

Sportsmanship Winner - Nicholas Perrelli

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.

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