Player Development
The following levels are
those developed by the US Tennis Association's
NTRP rating system. These ratings can be helpful when it comes to goal
setting, entering competitions and choosing which courses to enroll on.
| Improver 3 Learning to judge where the ball is going although court coverage is weak. Can sustain a short rally of slow pace with other players of the same ability. 2 Fairly consistent when hitting medium-paced shots, but is not comfortable with all strokes and lacks execution. 1 More depth and more power when trying for directional control. Most common doubles formation is one-up and one-back.
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Intermediate 3 Has achieved improved stroke dependability with directional control on moderate shots, but still lacks depth and variety. 2 Is starting to exhibit more aggressive net play, has improved court coverage and is developing teamwork in doubles. 1 Has dependable strokes, including directional control and depth on both forehand and backhand sides on moderate shots, plus the ability to use lobs, overheads, approach shots and volleys with some success. Occasionally forces errors when serving and teamwork in doubles is evident. Rallies may be lost due to impatience. | Advanced 3 Starting to master the use of
power and spins and beginning to handle pace, has sound footwork, can
control depth of shots and is beginning to vary game plan according to
opponents. Tends to overhit on difficult shots. 2 Can hit first serves with power and accuracy and place the second serve. Aggressive net play is common in doubles. 1 Has good shot anticipation and frequently has an outstanding shot or exceptional consistency around which a game may be structured. Can regularly hit winners or force errors off of short balls and can put away volleys, can successfully execute lobs, drop shots, half volleys and overhead smashes and has good depth and spin on most second serves.
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