Junior Tournaments

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.

Important Update

USTA Florida is eager to resume Youth and Adult Tournaments in many Florida communities. We recognize that many facilities are not yet ready to host tournaments and that some facilities and communities may be subject to additional restrictions or guidelines when hosting these events. For those who are ready to host a tournament, we ask players and providers to work together to follow all USTA Florida Youth and Adult Tournament safety guidelines and any additional recommendations that pertain to your area.

For the full list of tournament guidelines, please view the USTA Florida Youth and Adult Tournament Safety Guidelines or visit ustaflorida.com/coronavirus for more information.

For frequently asked questions regarding resumption of Junior Tournaments visit our Here To Serve page.

2021 Tournaments

There are exciting changes on the horizon for USTA Junior Tournaments coming in 2021. 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.

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Parent Tip

According to Friend at Court rules and regulations, players are not permitted to register for two concurrent sanctioned tournaments. A player should withdraw from the tournament he/she does not wish to play before the selection occurs.

Check out Episode 37 of our podcast on Youth Tournaments and the Net Generation Circuit.

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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 new 2021 USTA Jr. Tour tournament levels with explanations of each, please click here:

Junior Competitive Structure Changes 2021

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. Players are guaranteed 2 matches.

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Open to players from any USTA section
Players are guaranteed 2 matches
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)

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Level 6 (Intermediate)

These tournaments are for the more serious junior competitive player.

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Open to players from any USTA section
Players are guaranteed 2 singles matches
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)

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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.

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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)

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Level 4 (Advanced)

More ranking points are offered which sometimes attracts the higher ranked player.

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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)

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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.

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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)

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Level 2 (Advanced)

These tournaments consist of “National Selection” and Zonal Team Competition.

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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

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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.

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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

Juniors can become members at no cost now through 2021.

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Ranking Information

Return To Play Ranking Procedure

The 2021 USTA Jr. Tour is the new Nationally aligned tournament structure bringing consistency to all tournament levels between the 17 USTA Sections. The new system will also include a single “Rankings Points Table” for all tournament levels, simplifying the entire system for all USTA competitors.

View the 2021 USTA Rankings & Standings

General Rankings FAQs

What matches count?

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.

2021 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.

10 Things to Know About the 2021 Junior Competitive Structure

2021 Regulations

Click below to view all 2021 USTA junior national tournament, ranking, and sanctioning regulations.

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Sectional Championships

Each year USTA Florida holds Sectional Championships for the state’s top players in age divisions ranging from 10s through 18s.

Upcoming Sectional Dates:

2021 “Bobby Curtis” Junior Doubles Section Championship: Sept. 18 – 20

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.

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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.