Southeastern Michigan Junior Team Tennis
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS: FOR PLAYERS AGES 8 TO 18
Why wait until high school to join a tennis team? USTA offers four unique formats to enjoy team camaraderie and competition at the level that best fits your child. Playing Junior Team Tennis (JTT) is a great way for players new to USTA competition to get started with official match play, as well as for experienced players to develop their skills, sportsmanship and move on to participating in USTA tournaments. Players in these leagues should be able to serve, keep score and rally before participating.
Close to a thousand kids in Southeastern Michigan play Junior Team Tennis annually, thanks to the parents and coaches who donate their time and talents. Reach out to a local JTT coach in your area to get started! View a list of participating clubs in Southeastern Michigan below Under “Facilities Contact Information (JTT Coordinators).” Parents can get involved in Junior Team Tennis, too. If there isn't a Junior Team Tennis league near you, you can even start a team, whether you're a pro or have never picked up a racquet.
The point of contact for SEMTA Junior Team Tennis is Maya Solomon - Competitive Tennis Coordinator. Please contact her for any additional information about the Junior Team Tennis program as a whole.
Email: maya.solomon@midwest.usta.com
Work Cell Contact 734-673-0389
*No refunds after player registration
FALL 2026 AGE DIVISIONS:
10U Green Ball (Advanced)
12U Intermediate
14U Intermediate
18U Intermediate
The Fall program is scheduled to begin on Saturday, October 24th at the earliest. Individual player schedules are determined at the discretion of the head coach. Players are not required to compete in all matches, however, they must meet the minimum match criteria (1 match for district championships and 2 matches for sectional championships) in order to qualify for these events.
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS – ADVANCING PLAY (NON-BEGINNER TEAMS)
Southeastern Michigan District Championships
The February 2027 Southeastern Michigan District championships feature the top-performing teams from the 2026 Fall and 2027 Winter (Spring) seasons via team standings. These teams will compete for a place in the Midwest (Sectional) Championships held in the summer of 2027. Qualifying teams, match schedule and location for the District Championships will be announced after the conclusion of the winter 2027 season.
Midwest (Sectional) Championships - Summer 2027 *Date to be determined
Players must remain in their corresponding age division or below through Aug. 31, 2027 i.e a player cannot age out before this date.
12U, 14U, and 18U Teams must meet the following specific gender requirements for sectionals:
12 and Under must have 2 girls and 2 boys per team but it is recommended to bring 3 of each.
14 and Under must have 3 girls and 3 boys per team but it is recommended to bring 4 of each
18 and Under must have 3 girls and 3 boys per team but it is recommended to bring 4 of each
Midwest Sectionals WTN requirements:
- 14U Intermediate: 40-28
- 14U Advanced: 40-1
- 18U Intermediate: 40-24
- 18U Advanced: 40-1
More information about the 2027 Midwest JTT Championship will be announced closer to April 2027.
For additional information please contact the SEMTA JTT Coordinator, Maya Solomon at maya.solomon@midwest.usta.com.
USTA Southeastern Michigan offers two types of Junior Team Tennis Leagues: Non-Advancing and Advancing Tracks.
Non-Advancing Track (Not available for the Fall 2026 season)
- Leagues are available in the following categories: 10, 12, 14, 18
- There are no individual match requirements.
- Players must create a free USTA member account to participate in the Non-Advancing Track.
Advancing Track
- Junior Team Tennis is the largest team tennis program in the United States. It is a "traditional" team tennis format where a minimum of three boys and three girls form a team based on Junior WTN Ratings. Leagues are available in the following categories: 10U and 12U Intermediate, 14U Intermediate, and 18U Intermediate.
- Match formats consist of one set of boys singles, girls singles, boys doubles, girls doubles and mixed doubles and the match is determined by total games won. There are minimum match requirements: you must compete in local-season matches to play at Section Championships.
Players must be a USTA member to participate in Junior Team Tennis.
How to Get Started
Players: Looking for a team to play on? If you are looking for a JTT program or team to join, you can get started in two steps:
- Click here if you are currently playing in a tennis program and have a team number to register for your team/program in TennisLink.
Note: Some programs may not be open to new players or have already filled their roster. Team parents/volunteers may be asked to help captain teams when necessary.
- Parents/players: View a list of participating clubs in Southeastern Michigan below.
Resources
General Resources
What every parent needs to know
2026-27 Coach Meeting PowerPoint Presentation
Registration
Teams can be led by anyone from tennis professionals, to coaches, parents, players or volunteer tennis enthusiasts from the area. Team Leaders may hold various responsibilities, such as recruiter, manager, cheerleader, and coach for their team.
Register players for a team here
Club/Court Information
See below for club contact information.
Forms, Rules, Regulations & Grievances
Scorecards
Contact the listed facilities below for team registration details. Players must be the age listed or younger to register for the corresponding age division/team. Team commitments are subject to change at the discretion of the facility and/or coach.
NOTE: Players must remain the corresponding age or below through 8/31/2026 to compete at the Midwest Championship should they advance to the tournament - regardless of competition results. More information about the Midwest Championships can be found below under “Advancing Track”
Dearborn Health and Fitness Club
Leonora King - coachleetennis901@gmail.com
Available Teams: 12U
Liberty Athletic Club
Christie Dickinson - christie.dickinson@libertyathletic.net
Available Teams: 14U
Chippewa Tennis Club
Vic Michaels - vicmichaels3@gmail.com
Available Teams - 12U, 14U
Sports Club of Novi (Novi Athletic Club)
Gino McCathney - gmccath33@gmail.com
Available Teams - 10U (Green Ball), 12U, 14U and 18U
Franklin Athletic Club
Meredith Tipton (Club Coordinator) - mtipton@ffrc.net
Yonghao Sun (Head JTT Coach) - yonghaosun@aol.com
Available Teams - 10U, 12U and 14U
Huron Valley Tennis Club
Jim Saiyed - jim.sayed@icloud.com
Available Teams - 12U and 14U
Peachtree Tennis Club
Kristine De Guzman - kristinedeguzman_rpt@yahoo.com
Available Teams - 14U and 18U
Birmingham Athletic Club
Kevin McGuffie - Kevin@baselinetennis.net
Available Teams - 10U (Green Ball) , 12U, 14U and 18U
Travis Pointe
Erik Bruley - ebruley@travispointe.com
Available teams - 10U (Green Ball) and 12U
Lifetime Fitness (Rochester Hills)
Kaththrine Lulgjuraj - klulgjuraj@lt.life
Available teams - 10U (Green Ball) , 12U, 14U, 18U
https://www.lifetime.life/locations/mi/rochester-hills.html
If you don’t see your club listed or are interested in becoming a coordinator for your area, contact Maya Solomon at maya.solomon@midwest.usta.com.
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS – LOCAL TRACK
Team Challenge:
Team Challenge is a low-pressure team environment that allows children to develop their skills through level-based play without an emphasis on instruction or results!
Team Tournament:
Team Tournament is an innovative way for children to gain match experience, develop their skills through level-based play and demonstrate good sportsmanship!
Junior Circuit:
A USTA Junior Circuit is a single event, non-elimination tournament draw format, that lasts for only up to a half-day. This event format is designed for junior recreational players who are looking to try a tournament experience that allows them to compete as an individual or a doubles team. Tournament Directors will do their best to place players in groups based on their rating and level of experience, including orange, green and yellow ball. This will help ensure an appropriate competitive level and positive sportsmanship through level-based play.
If you'd like to get involved with Junior Team Tennis, email Maya Solomon at maya.solomon@midwest.usta.com.
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