Advance your game by getting on the court, learning from the best and connecting with your friends. Competing in Junior Tournaments will help take your game as far as you want to go – high school, college, or the pros.
Junior Tournaments
There are exciting things happening in USTA Junior Tournaments. The simplified nationwide structure will create a standardized system and greater consistency for our players, parents, coaches, tournament directors and officials. Watch the video and click the button below for more information.
View all USTA Florida youth events and sanctioned tournaments
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Looking for Florida Level 3, 4 & 5 events?
For additional help please contact Thad Hawkes at: (407) 955-4178 or
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Tournament Levels
There are Junior Tournaments for all players whether you are entry-level, intermediate, or advanced. Florida Section Tournaments are categorized by Levels. These Levels range from 1 – 7.
To see the USTA Jr. Tour tournament levels with explanations of each, please click here:
Find Upcoming Tournaments By Level
Level 7 (Intermediate)
These tournaments are great for the player starting their junior competitive career. Players should have basic match experience and have completed a number of practice matches.
- Yellow ball
- Open to players from any USTA section
- Event Duration: Up to 1 day
- Florida Draw Formats:
- Round robin
- Round robin with playoff
- Compass draw
- Team format
- Max Draw Size per Age Division: 16 singles
- Florida Scoring Formats:
- Short sets (first to 4 games)
- Best 2 of 3 short sets (3rd set is a 7 point tiebreak)
- Single set (first to 6 games, 7-point tiebreak at 6 all)
- Timed matches
- Match 10-point tiebreak (doubles only)
Level 6 (Intermediate)
These tournaments are for the more serious junior competitive player.
- Yellow ball
- Open to players from any USTA section
- Event Duration: Up to 2 days
- Florida Draw Formats:
- Round robin
- Round robin with playoff
- Compass draw
- Team format
- Feed-in to quarterfinals
- Max Draw Size per Age Division: 16 Singles (can have multiple draws per age Division)
- Florida Scoring Formats:
- Best 2 of 3 sets (3rd set is 10-point tiebreak)
- Best 2 of 3 short sets (3rd set is 7-point tiebreak)
- 8 game pro-set
- Best 2 of 3, 10-point tiebreak games
- Single set (doubles only)
Level 5 (Advanced)
The draw sizes for level 5 tournaments are either a 32 or a 64. Players are also given the opportunity to play doubles in addition to singles.
- Yellow ball
- Open to players from any USTA section
- The top ranked players are selected from those that apply
- Event Duration: Up to 3 days
- Florida Draw Formats:
- Compass draw
- Team format
- Feed-in to round of 16 or quarterfinals
- First match consolation
- Max Draw Size per Age Division:
- 64 or 32 Singles Only
- 32 – 16 Singles W/Double
- Florida Scoring Formats:
- Best 2 of 3 tiebreak set
- Best 2 of 3 short sets (3rd set is 10-point tiebreak)
- Best 2 of 3 short sets (3rd set is 7-point tiebreak)
- 8 game pro-set (doubles only)
- Single set (doubles only)
Level 4 (Advanced)
More ranking points are offered which sometimes attracts the higher ranked player.
- Yellow ball
- These tournaments count for a higher ranking value than Level 5, and also count toward the player’s USTA National Ranking
- Event Duration: Up to 4 days
- Florida Draw Formats:
- Compass draw
- Team format
- Feed-in to round of 16 or quarterfinals
- First match consolation
- Max Draw Size per Age Division:
- 64 or 32 Singles Only
- 32 – 16 Singles W/Double
- Florida Scoring Formats:
- Best 2 of 3 tiebreak set
- Best 2 of 3 short sets (3rd set is 10-point tiebreak)
- Best 2 of 3 short sets (3rd set is 7-point tiebreak)
- 8 game pro-set (doubles only)
- Single set (doubles only)
Level 3 (Advanced)
There are two Level 3 singles & 2 doubles tournaments – USTA Florida Winter Championships and the “Bobby Curtis” Junior State Championships & the USTA FL “Bobby Curtis” Doubles Championship.
- Yellow ball
- Closed to players from Florida section
- Event Duration: 3+ days
- Florida Draw Formats:
- Compass draw
- Team format
- Feed-in to round of 16 or quarterfinals
- Max Draw Size per Age Division:
- 64 or 32 Singles Only
- 32 Doubles
- Florida Scoring Formats:
- Best 2 of 3 tiebreak set
- Best 2 of 3 short sets (3rd set is 10-point tiebreak)
- Best 2 of 3 short sets (3rd set is 7-point tiebreak)
- 8 game pro-set (doubles only)
- Single set (doubles only)
Level 2 (Advanced)
These tournaments consist of “National Selection” and Zonal Team Competition.
- Yellow Ball
- USTA National Event
- These tournaments are held around the United States
- Zonals and Level 2 tournaments played in Florida may count for a USTA National Ranking
Level 1 (Advanced)
These tournaments are the highest level of competitive tennis in the United States. These tournament are for players who have earned a high enough ranking in order to gain entry.
- USTA National Event
These tournaments count for a USTA National Ranking.
Getting Started
Before you get on court for your first Junior Tournament, you’ll want to complete a few easy steps:
- Become A USTA Member
- Create A USTA Account On TennisLink
Rankings and Ratings
USTA is committed to bettering and improving the competitive experience.
Check out the links below for information on the different notable ranking measures.
General Rankings FAQs
- USTA Florida sanctioned tournaments (Level 3-7)
- All tournaments on the USTA National Junior schedule
- Results of workshops, exhibitions, or unsanctioned tournaments will not be counted toward the point tabulations.
- Players are awarded ranking points in the 12s through 18s divisions. USTA Florida does not rank players in the 10 and under division.
Residency Requirements
Residency will now be based on what section is indicated on a player’s membership.
We no longer need to have any paperwork submitted.
We no longer need to have any paperwork submitted.
Regulations
Click below to view all USTA junior national tournament, ranking, and sanctioning regulations.
Sectional Championships
Each year USTA Florida holds Sectional Championships for the state’s top players in age divisions ranging from 10s through 18s.
Sportsmanship
We are committed to providing positive and fun player and parent experiences recognizing players, parents, and coaches routinely at events who demonstrate great examples of our player promise and good sportsmanship.
USTA Junior Player Promise
I recognize that tennis is a sport that places the responsibility for fair play on me.
I promise to abide by the rules of the game, which require me to give the benefit of the doubt to my opponent.
At all times I shall strive to compete with the true spirit of sportsmanship, recognizing that my behavior on the court is a direct reflection of my character.
Whether this match ends with my victory or defeat, I promise to conduct myself in a way that honors my opponents, my team, those who support me, and the game of tennis.
Share your sportsmanship moments
Were you recognized with a USTA Florida Sportmanship pin at an event?
- Share it online
- Tag @ustaflorida
- Include #FLSportsmanship
Or click here to send via email
Additional Resources
Have Questions Or Need Assistance?
We are here to help. Check out the USTA National Help Desk for more answers to your questions.
