Competitions

Get ready to have your team step onto the court with confidence, determination, and the drive to succeed, with help from our Mini Tennis Insight resources. Leading up to the tournament, focus on sharpening techniques, building endurance, and staying mentally strong. Stay consistent with your training, and embrace the challenges ahead.

Five-Star Opponent Rating System

This system helps players and teachers understand match difficulty and set realistic expectations. Every opponent is different, recognizing their strengths and weaknesses can help you improve. No matter who you play, always respect their skills and stay focused. Underestimating or overestimating an opponent can cost you the match.

  • Very Easy Match

    • You should win comfortably.

    • Your opponent lacks the skills to truly challenge you.

    • Stay focused and don’t become careless.

  • Tricky Match to Manage as these can often be over looked and can be very tough when you lose:

    • You are the favourite, but this match can be tricky.

    • If you don’t take it seriously, they might surprise you.

    • Stay disciplined, respect their game, and follow your strategy.

  • Even Match:

    • A 50-50 match where either player could win.

    • Expect momentum shifts and a close battle.

    • Your mental strength, strategy, and execution will decide the outcome.

  • Tough Challenge - it’s always nice being a underdog:

    • You are the underdog, but winning is possible.

    • This player is more skilled and likely to win most of the time.

    • You need to play at your absolute best and take advantage of their mistakes.

  • It is often a easy match to deal with as your not expected to win:

    • This player is much stronger than you.

    • Winning would require an outstanding performance.

    • Focus on learning, competing, and improving your game.

When to start competing

The stages are based on ball type, court size, and age, but progression should be determined by a combination of skill level, athletic ability, and experience. Here is an overview of the Mini Tennis stages and guidance on when your child may be ready to move up or start competing.

Planning and Preparation

Whether it is organising your bag the night before, preparing directions to the venue or working on some exercises before the event, we can provide information to help everything run smoothly on competition day.

Teachers Tool Box

This section will equip you with the knowledge and resources needed to create a positive and encouraging environment that fosters your teams passion for the sport, promotes healthy development, and helps them reach their full potential.