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Welcome to the Fall River Community Tennis Association 

The Fall River Community Tennis Association (FRCTA) was started by local tennis enthusiasts with a mission to promote tennis participation in the Fall River area.  The FRCTA is funded through a start-up grant from the United States Tennis Association (USTA).

Members of FRCTA will advocate for the renovation of the city's tennis courts, tennis programming in schools, and increased adult participation.

FRCTA is sponsoring USTA Jr. Team Tennis, Quickstart Tennis for Children, The Strickman Cup Doubles Tournament, a Singles & Doubles League, and the Fall River Open Tennis Tournament. 

2009  WORKSHOPS - LEAGUES - CAMPS - TOURNAMENTS - & MORE...


SUMMER FLEX LEAGUES/Challenge Ladders: League Starts May 23rd and ends September 1st
    ADULTS:  16+  Co-Ed for Singles, Doubles and Mixed
    Players can sign up at any point during the summer and get listed on our website. 
    $20.00 Adults, $10.00 Students Registration Fee

 

SUMMER JUNIOR FLEX LEAGUES/Challenge Ladders: League Starts June 27th and ends August 29th
    JUNIORS: 11-16 Co-Ed for Singles
    Players can sign up at any point during the summer and get listed on our website.   
    $10.00 Students Registration Fee


ADULT & JUNIOR LEAGUE, MEET & GREET: Includes a FREE Clinic for SERVE from tennis pro Steve Charest with courtside video analysis.  Determine your level for our Flex League, meet other players.
     May 17th from 3:00-5:00 pm @ Durfee High School - RSVP

 

QUICKSTART TENNIS FOR CHILDREN: Includes a FREE on court demo for two levels ages 8 & under and 10 & under on May 17th.  Quickstart is an exciting new play format for learning tennis, designed to be played using shorter court dimensions and modified scoring.
     May 17th - Free Clinic from 3:00-5:00 pm @ Durfee High School - RSVP

    July 7 thru August 21 - Quickstart Jr Team Tennis Program
     (Tuesday & Thursdays) from 6:00-7:00 pm @ Durfee High School  
     You must register for this program: Free for Fall River Residents, others $50



RECREATIONAL COACHES WORSHOP: Oncourt Training Program for tennis teachers and parents
     May 24th from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Durfee High School, $15 


USTA Jr. Team Tennis: 14 & Under Intermediate and Advanced, 18 & Under Intermediate and Advanced Leagues
     June 22nd  Registration Deadline - Matches are Fridays, plus 2 Wednesdays (7/15 & 7/29) from 1:00-3:00 pm 
     July 3rd - first Jr Team Tennis Match
      August 11th - RI/SE MA playoffs at Slater Park, Pawtucket, RI
      August 18th-20th - NE sectional playoffs in Springfield, MA 


THE STRICKMAN CUP: Team Tournament on clay at the Fetherdic Club, In memory of local tennis legend, Leo Strickman. 
USTA Combo League Format. (1 Singles and 2 Doubles)
     June 15th Entry Deadline - Proceeds for childrens camp scholarhips 
      June 25th-30th Entry Fee $200.00 per team   Call for deatails.


SUMMER JUNIOR PLAYER DEVELOPMENT TENNIS CAMP: Ages 11-15 will experience an intensive camp to prepare them for high school and USTA Jr Team tennis play.  $150 per week. 
     July 13-17th from 9:00 am-12:30pm @ Fetherdic Tennis Club - Limit 15 
      July 27-31st from 9:00 am-12:30pm @ Fetherdic Tennis Club - Limit 15      
     August 10-14th from 9:00 am-12:30pm @ Fetherdic Tennis Club - Limit 15 


FALL RIVER OPEN: Doubles A & B, Men's & Women's A, B, C & 45 and Over, and Mixed Doubles, Juniors 11-15, Children under 10
     August 21st Entry Deadline - Tournament Held @ Durfee High School
      August 27 - 30th Entry Fee $40 doubles, $25 singles, $10 Children

For more information contact Tom Medeiros, Program Director (508) 801-5761 or email him at: THOMASGMEDEIROS@aol.com

Download our 2009 Program Brochures Today!


Handout: Fall River CTA Programs Summer 2009

2009 FRCTA Adult Flex League/Challenge Ladder: Ages 16+

The purpose of a tennis challenge ladder is to allow all tennis players, from the beginning novice to the serious, experienced player, to meet and play other tennis enthusiasts at their own skill levels. Whether you play only occasionally, "just for fun," or prefer to compete several times a week, you can meet others at your level. You will also have the opportunity to improve your play by challenging others who are slightly more advanced.

Operation of the ladder

Every week online you will see an updated list of the members on your challenge ladder. The list will show the current ranking of players and the results of recent matches between ladder members. The following section describes the rules that apply to challenge ladder play. The primary purpose behind the rules is to allow the ladder to operate properly, contributing to the enjoyment of all players on the ladder. The most important rule of the challenge ladder is that common sense and sportsmanlike courtesy should be applied in every situation.

Challenge Ladder Rules

  1. The initial ranking of players on a ladder is based on their positions at the end of the previous season. New players are added to the bottom of the ladder.
  2. In general, a player may challenge any other player above his or her position who is within the legal challenge range. The legal challenge range will contain about 25% of the ladder members; the precise number appears on each copy of the ladder listing that you receive. Invalid challenges are not accepted for use in the adjustment of relative position on the ladder. The challenger is responsible for verifying the validity of the challenge.
  3. The top four members of a ladder may challenge members below them within the legal range, if so desired.
  4. Members are not required to accept more than one challenge per week. Otherwise, however, members must accept valid challenges from other members, or accept a loss by default. Players are not required to accept a challenge from another player they have defeated within the past two weeks.
  5. Players may issue or accept more than one challenge at a time. A ladder match is only valid, however, if the players are within legal challenge range at the time of the match. Of course, members are free to play matches that are not valid; the results will simply be ignored.
  6. The challenged player may select the time and location of the match; however, the time and location should be mutually agreeable to both players. Court fees, if any, are to be shared, and must be agreeable to both players.
  7. A match should be completed within ten days of the challenge, unless extenuating circumstances prevent it. A withdrawn or canceled challenge is a default loss for the challenger.
  8. The challenger is responsible for providing tennis balls, in good condition, for the match. It is generally best to have a new can available in case it is needed.
  9. The standard rules of the United States Tennis Association (USTA) apply to ladder matches. The usual method of scoring is based on winning two of three sets, with a tie-break at the end of any set that reaches a score of six games each. In the tie-break, the first to win seven points wins the set, but must win by at least two points. Alternatively, players may use any mutually agreeable method of scoring.
  10. The winner of the match is responsible for reporting the results within 24 hours, by contacting the ladder coordinator, and providing the following information:
    • date of the match,
    • winner's name,
    • loser's name,
    • and the match score.
  11. The ladder listing is reissued approximately once every week, with updated results and rankings. A player who is inactive for four periods is moved down in the ranking at that time, with additional penalties each succeeding period of inactivity.
  12. The rules will be interpreted and disputes between members will be settled at the sole discretion of the ladder coordinator.
  13. As is prudent in any recreational activity, and especially when involved with others, members should exercise due care in their involvement in a challenge ladder. The operators of the ladder cannot be responsible for injury to members or others, damage to property, or other liability arising out of membership in and use of the challenge ladder. By participating in a challenge ladder, each member accepts and agrees to abide by its rules.

Tips for Greater Enjoyment

A new member on a challenge ladder may find that the first one or two matches played on the ladder appear to be mismatches (in terms of skill levels). Don't be discouraged -- as the season progresses, the ladder sorts itself into order. You will soon discover other members with whom you can play comfortably. In addition to the relative rankings, you may find it useful to look at the results of specific matches. This can give you a further clue to the levels of other players, and gives some indication of players that you may want to challenge. So don't just sit there -- make a phone call! Like you, the other members of your challenge ladder are eager to play. And, regardless of your frequency or level of play, there are tennis matches waiting for you!
Family: $30
Student (high school and college): $10

Membership Benefits

FREE clinics (5/17)  Subscription to FRCTA Newsletter

(508) 801-5761  





2009 USTA Rhode Island /SE Mass. Jr Team Tennis Summer League


08 SCCTA Champs 18
2008 18 & U RI Champs: South County Team
Dates:             July 3 – August 11
Ages:               14 & Under and 18 & Under
                     (Advanced & Intermediate Leagues)
Deadline:        June 6 to register your team
Fee:                 $ per team.

The deadline for teams to commit to play in the 2008 USTA Rhode Island Junior Team Tennis League is Saturday, June 6th. The league is open to public and private clubs, recreation departments and any other organized teams in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts.

The League has two Advanced or Open Divisions – 14 & under  and 18 & under and two  Intermediate Divisions – 14 & under  and 18 & under
The league will run from July 3 to August 11, with the State Championship.  
State champions will advance to the USTA New England Junior Team Tennis Championships to be held August 18-19 in Springfield, Mass., with the New England champions advancing to the National Championships in Mobile, AL later in the fall.

League matches are scheduled on Fridays from 1-3 p.m, and two Wednesdays in July.
   Fri, July 3        Fri, July 10      Wed, July 15      Fri, July 17     Fri, July 24            Wed,  July 29          Fri, July 31      Fri, Aug 7
                
The State Championship tournament has been scheduled for Tuesday, August 11 at Slater Memorial Park in Pawtucket (8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.).
The rain location will be Centre Court in Riverside, RI.

The structure of play is the USTA Junior Team Tennis format :
1 Boys Singles                                               1 Boys Doubles
1 Girls Singles                                               1 Girls Doubles
1 Mixed Doubles

A minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls are needed per match.  There is a fee per team to play in the league and every team and player must be registered on Tennis Link at the USTA’s web site.  All teams will play home and away matches.  Private clubs may schedule their matches at outside facilities, if they choose. There is no per match fee for visiting teams.

The USTA Rhode Island Junior Team Tennis League is operated by the South County Community Tennis Association.   An organization league meeting will be scheduled for entered teams before play begins.
WHO CAN ENTER TEAMS?
Parks & Recreation Departments, Public Clubs, Private Clubs, Community Tennis Associations, schools and educational associations, parents; basically anyone that can get a team together and secure a facility to host home matches. Parents are particularly encouraged to get involved, and local public and school facilities are often available by securing a permit from municipal agencies for use during scheduled home matches (often at little or no cost if local children are involved).
  
For additional information, or anyone interested in having a team in the league should contact:  Sandy Sweet at 401-932-9345, e-mail: sccta@aol.com.

08 HOF Champs
2008 14 & U RI & New England Champs: Hall of Fame


Wednesday, March 11
USTA Combo League Tennis "New" Format

Reasons why the combo league is popular? 

ü  Combined ratings allow friends to play together. 
ü  .05 rating difference provides compatible play.
ü  Helps teams form if there aren’t enough players at one NTRP level.
ü  Encourages outdoor play during the summer
ü  Players meet new friends, stay fit and have fun.
ü  Current USTA league players, this will not effect your dynamic rating!

 2009 Summer Season:
Ø The league season is 8 weeks long, late Sunday afternoons, from July 12 through August 23
Ø August 29 & 30, South Kingstown Parks & Recreation will host a play off with refreshments and trophies
Ø Match schedules are determined by the individual local league coordinator, Sandy Sweet combo@ustari.org
Ø Teams are forming now, registration to add your own team for this league ends JUNE 26.  However, individual player registration will be ongoing throughout the season! 

Eligibility:
Ø Players must be USTA members (refer to benefit plan on www.usta.com )
Ø Players must be 19 years or older
Ø Players must register on TennisLink before playing a match
Ø Players may use a computer NTRP rating or self rate using the on line TennisLink process 

Cost:
Ø League registration fee of $20 per player
Ø Court fees will be the responsibility of the Home/Hosting team. 
Ø 3 New cans of tennis ball will be the responsibility of the Home/Hosting team per match. 

Levels of play:  
Men’s 6.5 & 7.5 and Women’s 5.5 & 7.5
Ø Maximum NTRP rating difference allowed at each level of play is .05
Ø The combined rating cannot be greater than the level of play
Ø Teams are single gender (not mixed)                                        

Example: double combinations.
Singles players can be either 2.5 or 3.0
5.5 2.5 + 2.5
NTRP level 2.5 + 3.0

  Example: double combinations.  Singles players can be either 3.5 or 4.0
7.5 3.5 + 3.5
NTRP level 3.5 + 4.0
  3.0 + 4.0 or 3.0 + 3.5

Match format:
Ø Match format is 1 singles and 2 doubles (1D, 2D) positions
Ø Matches are best 2 out of 3 sets with a match tie break (1st to 10 by 2) in lieu of a 3rd set.  At 6-6 in any set a set tie break (1st to 7 by 2) is played.  Ad scoring.
Ø Matches will be allotted 2 hours to complete the match
Ø Matches are played outdoors 

Team formation: 
Ø The minimum number of players on a team roster is 5, but to avoid defaults a roster may have 8-10 players registered. 
Ø The league coordinator will assist players in forming teams based on geographic area.



USTA Recreational Coach Workshops - 2009


RCW
Racquets Ready?
A Recreational Coach Workshop is an interactive, on-court training program designed for tennis teachers and coaches working with players at the recreational level. Each workshop is conducted by an outstanding certified tennis professional specially trained to effectively handle groups and get kids and adults to play tennis quickly in a fun and social atmosphere.

Taught by a specially trained, certified teaching professional, this active 6-hour session covers:

• Teaching large groups
• The games-based approach to coaching
• Running effective team practices
• Games and drills every coach should know

Who attends a Recreational Coach Workshop?

These workshops are an excellent primer for new coaches as well as a valuable refresher course for those with teaching experience but who seek more current methods and effective tools. Past attendees include:

• Parents seeking the basics in coaching and organizing team tennis
• Park and Recreation instructors, high school, and seasonal coaches
• Coaches teaching kids and adults who are new to the game
• Current players seeking part-time teaching jobs

Upon completion of the six-hour workshop, attendees will:

• Be eligible for the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) Developmental Coach Certification
• Be able to effectively run entry level groups and teams
• Receive access to the latest in transition ball technology and additional coaching resources

Our faculty are all certified by the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and/or USPTA and have received special training from the USTA. The USTA assigns trainers based on reasonable time and travel requirements. Once a trainer is assigned to a workshop, he or she will work with the host site director to ensure all appropriate arrangements are made for a successful workshop. Workshops must have a minimum of 20 participants.

MAY 24, 2009 - SUNDAY
Where: Durfee High School, Fall River
Time: 9am-3:30pm
Host: Fall River Community Tennis Association (FRCTA)
Contact: Tom Medeiros, (email: Thomasgmedeiros@aol.com ; Phone: 508-801-5761)
Cost: $15

May 31, 2009 - SUNDAY
Where: Village Green Courts - Peace Dale, RI
Time: 10:30 am-5:30 pm
Host: South County Community Tennis Association (SCCTA)
Contact: Sandy Sweet, (email: sccta@aol.com ; Phone: 401-932-9345)
Cost: $15

JUNE 20, 2009 - SATURDAY
Where: Slater Park, Pawtucket, RI
Time: 9am-3:30pm
Host: Blackstone Valley Tennis Association (BVTA)
Contact: Joanne Macksoud, (email: jam10scoach@aol.com ; Phone: 508-212-8187)
Cost: $15

 



2009 Fall River Open Tennis Tournament August 27-30

Fetherdic


Durfee High School Tennis Courts
                                                                  

Join us for the Fall River Community Tennis Association’s (FRCTA) signature event, the Fall River Open!  We will be playing on Durfee’s High School’s 8 new hard courts.  Signup with or without a partner, we will match you with someone. 

Proceeds from the event will cover camp scholarships and junior instructional programs.  It also will be used to promote the growth of tennis across the Fall River area.

Divisions:     Men’s Singles & Doubles (A, B, C, Master's)
                        Women’s Singles & Doubles (A & B)
                        Junior 15 & under – Sunday 12 to 4 (Round Robin)

Levels:          A (4.5 and below)     B (3.5 and below)   C (3.0 and below)  Masters (Age 45+)

Deadline:      August 21 at 9:00 pm

Fees:              Adult Singles           $ 25.00 per person
                        Adult Doubles          $ 20.00 per person
                        Students                   $15.00  per person

REGISTER ONLINE: Click on Register Now!,  in the left menu
or Call Tom Mederios at (508) 801-5761
Call Mondayday, August 24th after 5:00 pm for Start Times



 



Upcoming Events
Date Event Time Location
Fri 7/10 star Solfire/Norm Shapiro Memorial Tennis Tournament - Wakefield 12:00 AM - Jul 12, 2009 Broad Rock Middle School
Fri 7/24 star South Kingstown Junior Championships - Wakefield All Day Broad Rock Middle School