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JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS
TENNIS IS A TEAM SPORT
Why wait until high school to join a tennis team? Or maybe you want to join another team! USTA Junior Team Tennis, or “JTT”, brings together boys and girls, ages 5 to 18, to play singles, doubles and mixed doubles against other coed teams.
Beyond being fun and a great form of exercise, USTA Junior Team Tennis is a competitive, level-based environment that promotes individual growth, social development and life skills.
When Should I Start Playing in USTA Junior Team Tennis?
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USTA Junior Team Tennis teams offer several options. Players who start on a JTT team are expected to be able to serve, maintain a rally and know how to keep score.
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On a tennis team, you’ll learn about unity, sportsmanship and how to work together to achieve success. You’ll also learn that success isn’t just about winning; it’s about how you play the game and respond to challenges.
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To learn more about the USTA junior programs as part of the competition journey and a pathway to success, click here.
NORTH CAROLINA JTT
North Carolina's Junior Team Tennis programs give kids of all ability levels the chance to participate in team tennis. Through level-based play in your local area, players will develop their skills and compete with other children around their age and ability level. There are 13 areas that offer Junior Team Tennis in North Carolina. Winners from each age division and level are invited to the North Carolina Junior Team Tennis State Championship. This track does not go beyond the state level.
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Team Composition: At least 3 players (non-gender specific)
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Age Groups: 8 & Under, 10 & Under, 12 & Under, 14 & Under, and 18 & Under.
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Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels for players in each age group. Each category is based on what is offered in your local geographical area.
2024 USTA Southern Grants
The USTA Southern is focused on supporting efforts designed to expand and enhance JTT programming across the Section. JTT League Coordinators or administrators may apply for a grant.
The USTA Southern is offering grant funding to assist Introductory Play Programs listed in Serve Tennis such as Team Challenges or Play Days. Providers may apply for a grant of $100 for a single event, or a series of events with a maximum of $500 per year.
To see if JTT is offered in your area, contact your Local League Coordinator by clicking on the corresponding picture
Greensboro
Montana Wiggs
Down East
TBD
Hendersonville
Carla O'Connor
Charlotte
TBD
Outer Banks
Keri Norcross
Lake Norman
Candy Pegram
Wilmington
Vic Ramsey
Currituck
LeeAnn Rose
Chapel Hill/Durham
Chad Johnson
Fayetteville