Junior Guidebook
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2009 Junior Guidebook
Whether you're just starting out playing in a junior program in your community, or have been regularly competing in section or national tournaments and training camps, Middle States has you covered.
This page consists of valuable information including the typical progression of a junior tennis player, commonly asked question section on the world of competitive junior tennis, grant opportunities, list of USTA Middle States tournaments, explanation of the Points Per Round system, endorsement procedures to national events, and more.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Michael Kennedy, Director of Junior Competition at kennedy@ms.usta.com.
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Individual Player Grants
Provide funding to competitive junior players aspiring to achieve district, sectional, national and/or international rankings.
Click here for Junior Training Grant.
Click here for Junior Competition Reimbursement Grant.
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Funding will be based on need, commitment, sportsmanship and purpose of funds requested.
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Must be training and competing in tournaments year round.
2009 application deadlines are as follows:
1rst period: January 31, 2009
2nd period: April 31, 2009
3rd period: October 31, 2009