Start Here

Start Here is your onboarding path into junior tennis. First, learn how UTR ratings work and what your child’s number really means. Next, understand the training basics: how often to practice, what good coaching looks like, and how to keep it fun. Then explore tournament pathways, from first local events to national competition. Finally, get familiar with the college recruiting timeline so nothing sneaks up on you. Keep our Tennis and UTR Glossary open in another tab — junior tennis has its own language, and we translate it.