We’re all looking for a little bit of normalcy in our lives, with safety in mind. It’s time to bring back some fun and break free of boredom.
It’s time for tennis, Mid-Atlantic! Playing tennis allows you to practice social distance, without being socially distant.
The USTA Mid-Atlantic Section is adding exciting tennis opportunities and ways to play for all ages, as it becomes safe to do so. Find options that interest you and click on the links to learn more. Make sure you review the required and recommended safety guidelines for each program (once you click through) and watch our helpful videos (for both outdoor and indoor tennis) so you know what to expect and how we aim to promote health and safety during tennis. Scroll down for a helpful list of resources that you can review.
Here’s what is available to play right now:
ADULT TENNIS PROGRAMS
Mid-Atlantic Leagues
Fuel your competitive spirit and join in the largest recreational tennis program in the country, USTA Leagues! Several areas in the Mid-Atlantic are registering for league tennis now. Find out which league types and league areas are open for registration or email tennisconnect@mas.usta.com for more localized information.
View our return to play required and recommended guidelines for leagues here.
Social Flexible Tennis
In social flex leagues and traditional flex league, YOU have control over where you play and what time the match is! Flex leagues are fun, flexible, and fit into your schedule. In today’s world, flex tennis is one of the most ideal ways to get out and get some fun into your day! Membership is not required.
Find traditional flex leagues near you.
View our return to play required and recommended guidelines for social flexible tennis here.
Mid-Atlantic Adult Tournaments
Whether you play singles or doubles, you can find your place on the tennis court with Mid-Atlantic Adult Tournaments.
Questions about Mid-Atlantic Tournaments:
View our return to play required and recommended guidelines for Mid-Atlantic tournaments here.
YOUTH TENNIS PROGRAMS
Junior Team Tennis (JTT)
Joining a JTT team allows youth to play competitive tennis with the camaraderie of a team. There are various age groups and levels of play.
Find your team today by clicking here.
View our return to play required and recommended guidelines for Junior Team Tennis here.
Junior Tournaments
This page has detailed information on the status of junior tournaments in the Mid-Atlantic Section.
View our return to play required and recommended guidelines for Mid-Atlantic tournaments here.
At USTA Mid-Atlantic, our number one priority is the health and safety of our players. As sanctioned events and programs begin again, we emphasize the importance of reading and reviewing all player safety guidelines for each program. Watch our overview video too!
Plus, we want to inform you that, a recent study determined that the surface of sports balls, notably football, golf, cricket, and tennis balls, are unlikely to harbor SARS-CoV-2 in a manner that is compatible with the risk of developing COVID-19 from handling the ball during normal play. The International Tennis Federation (ITF) Sport Science and Medicine Commission, the USTA Sport Science Committee, and the USTA Medical Advisory Group support this conclusion.
Review these resources to ensure your safety when returning to play:
Safely Returning to Tennis Videos: View our playlist
FAQS:
Return to tennis safely infographic: View here
CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/parks-rec/index.html
● Virginia: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/executive-actions/
● Maryland: https://governor.maryland.gov/covid-19-pandemic-orders-and-guidance/
● West Virginia: https://governor.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at community@mas.usta.com or on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
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