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JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS

TENNIS IS A TEAM SPORT

USTA Junior Team Tennis, or “JTT”, brings together boys and girls, ages 5 to 18, to play singles, doubles and mixed doubles against other coed teams. Beyond being fun and a great form of exercise, USTA Junior Team Tennis is a competitive, level-based environment that promotes individual growth, social development and life skills.

WHEN SHOULD MY PLAYER START?

USTA Junior Team Tennis offers several options. Players who start on a JTT team are expected to be able to serve, maintain a rally and know how to keep score.
On a tennis team, you’ll learn about unity, sportsmanship and how to work together to achieve success. You’ll also learn that success isn’t just about winning; it’s about how you play the game and respond to challenges.
To learn more about the USTA junior programs as part of the competition journey and a pathway to success, click here.

NORTH CAROLINA JTT

North Carolina's Junior Team Tennis programs give kids of all ability levels the chance to participate in team tennis. Through level-based play in your local area, players will develop their skills and compete with other children around their age and ability level. There are 12 areas that offer Junior Team Tennis in North Carolina. In our spring season winners from each age division and level are invited to the North Carolina Junior Team Tennis State Championship.

Team Composition: At least 4 players (non-gender specific)
Age Groups: 8 & Under, 10 & Under, 12 & Under, 14 & Under, and 18 & Under.
Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels for each age group. Each level is based on what is offered in your local geographical area.

RULES & REGULATIONS

LEVEL OF PLAY GUIDELINES

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY

USTA North Carolina Junior Team Tennis Sportsmanship Initiative

To promote a more enjoyable and fair experience for all, USTA North Carolina has implemented a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY for all unsportsmanlike conduct.

PLAYER & SPECTATOR POLICY

Zero Tolerance Policy

2026 USTA SOUTHERN GRANTS

USTA Southern offers grant funding to support the growth of junior tennis across the section. They've created two possible options with both being designed to increase participation, retention, and quality programming through structured leagues and introductory play opportunities.

1. Junior Team Tennis

2. Introductory Play Programs

Grant applications open February 1, 2026

NEW! JUNIOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (JFA) FOR JTT PLAYERS