Tennis Industry News

Rule Change Will Require 10-and-Under Tournaments to be Played with Slower-Moving Balls, Shorter Courts and Lighter Racquets

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Among the initiatives approved by the ITF membership at the International Tennis Federation’s 2010 Annual General Meeting this week was a rule change for all 10-and-under competition that will mandate modified courts and the use of slower balls as part of the ITF’s Tennis 10s campaign.

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A new online registration system has been developed to allow you to sign-up your players for the QuickStart Tennis play format, which has become an integral component of tennis for kids 10 & under and a primary focus of the USTA and tennis industry.  In addition, you are able to collect payment and communicate with consumers using detailed, specific and targeted messaging to enhance your business.

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For years, the Savannah Area Tennis Association (SATA) has organized programs in public and private schools throughout its community in Georgia, both in school and after school. This year, however, SATA has become a key player in a network of community organizations dedicated to increasing the recreational opportunities of underserved school children through tennis.

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Racquet sales at pro/specialty were up 6% in units and 8% in dollars year-to-date through the second quarter 2010, compared to the same six months last year. However, growing caution may affect the marketplace with the recent announcement by the Conference Board that, despite three months of increases, the Consumer Confidence Index declined sharply in June.

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Are you a court contractor, or do you work with court contractors? Court builders can play a key role in developing a national infrastructure for Kids Tennis, while at the same time drumming up extra business.

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The Fergus Falls Tennis Association in Minnesota is one of the youngest CTAs in the USTA Northern section. Started just over a year ago, this small-town association decided to energize its efforts with a block party on May 27th. More than 200 kids and adults and adults showed up.

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In the Manchester Center, Vt., area, the Northshire Community Tennis Association’s equipment has made the rounds throughout local schools.  It’s also making a difference.

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Each year, the Carol M. White Physical Education Program (PEP) awards millions of dollars to schools and community-based organizations to initiate, expand, and improve physical education programs. Your local tennis facility could work with a school or schools in your community and receive an amount ranging from $100,000 to $750,000.

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The U.S. Tennis Association is offering funding assistance to tennis facilities and organizations looking to paint permanent lines for 36- and 60-foot QuickStart Tennis courts, designed for children 10 and under. The funding assistance—50% of the cost of the lines—is offered through the USTA’s Facility Assistance Services.

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