USTA RHODE ISLAND: Adults / Juniors / Seniors

ADULT & SENIOR INFORMATION
Competitive Tournaments for Adults and Seniors

USTA New England sanctions hundreds of competitive touraments for adults and seniors each year, 107 of which are held in Eastern Massachusetts, hosted by clubs, parks and private tennis facilities.

These events are open to USTA members only and count towards a ranking in New England. Search our schedule for a tournament near you, and go play!

Tournaments are based on age (35 and over, 40 and over, etc. up to age 75) or NTRP skill level (3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0). Ranking requirements differ with each division, so be sure to read the Rules & Regulations for tournament play.

Tournament information is also available in the USTA New England Adult Schedule Book. To request a copy, please contact the section office at info@newengland.usta.com or 508-366-3450 x32.

New England Senior Tennis Foundation

New England Senior Tennis Foundation

  NESTF 

Promoting Senior Tennis in New England

About NESTF

The New England Senior Tennis Foundation was established by Irving and Bernice Levine in 1996 to promote the game of tennis among senior men and women throughout New England.  To achieve this goal, NESTF has awarded direct grants for instructional programs and competitive events, provided financial subsidies for USTA/ New England sanctioned tournaments, and contributed stipends to support USTA/New England sponsored teams. Additionally, the Foundation publishes a bi-annual bulletin that highlights the accomplishments of senior players and includes tournament results, stories of general interest and health related articles.

The Foundation’s activities are governed by a Board of Directors which includes President Peter Allen, Treasurer Rich Heath and Secretary/Clerk Bats Wheeler. Other Board members are Irving Levine, Amy Read, Wade Frame, Carol Jaffe, Carol Lipnick, Ken and Dorcas Miller,  and George Ulrich. The editor of the NESTF Bulletin is Dick Ernst. You can contact Peter Allen via e-mail at pallen@neseniortennis.org.  If you have suggestions about this web site, you can e-mail Webmaster Ken Miller at kmiller@neseniortennis.org.

For information on grants available from the NESTF, see link on the left.

The New England Senior Tennis Foundation Bulletin is published in the spring and fall of each year and includes accomplishments of seniors throughout New England, general interest articles, tournament results and health related stories. Directions for downloading the most recent Bulletins in electronic form can be found by clicking on the NESTF Bulletin link located on the side of this page. Senior men and women who are not on the NESTF mailing list and would like to receive the Bulletin mailed to them (at no charge) should call the Foundation office at 508-674-8459 or e-mail Dick Ernst at dernst@neseniortennis.org.  Also, to submit articles or pictures to be considered for publication, please contact the NESTF Bulletin editor, Dick Ernst, 71 Philmont Ave., Cranston RI 02910, tel. 401-785-0532 or send him an e-mail at the address above.

To make a tax-deductible donation to this organization, please send a check, payable to New England Senior Tennis Foundation, to Richard Heath, Treasurer, NESTF, 48 Clarke St., Jamestown, RI 02835.



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Friday, October 24
FORMER NE JUNIOR STAR: Meghan McCooey WINS NCAA TITLE
 
   

FORMER NE JUNIOR STAR WINS NCAA TITLE 

MOBILE, ALA. – Meghan McCooey picked up some good habits when she was a player on the USTA New England junior circuit. One of those was winning and she wasn’t about to break the habit just because she matriculated on to Tufts University.

 

Meghan McCooey (right) has continued her success at the college level.

McCooey, a junior from Cumberland, R.I., wrapped up an outstanding fall season in fine fashion, teaming with sophomore Julia Browne to win Division 3 doubles title at the 2008 Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) National Small College Championships. The national championship was the first for the Jumbos’ women’s tennis team.

The team of McCooey and Brown finished second in the New England region, but wound up at the national championships when the team to which they lost, Williams, declined the invitation.

Talk about taking advantage of a second chance.

McCooey and Browne smashed a duo from Denison, 6-2, 6-2, in the championship match at the Copeland-Cox Tennis Center.

"Congratulations to Meghan for this outstanding result," said David Zeutas-Broer, USTA New England’s Player Development Manager. "While not surprising, it is always gratifying to see a former USTA junior excel like this at the collegiate level."

Browne also played in the Division III singles draw at the ITA Small College Nationals and split a pair of matches



Thursday, October 2
USTA New England Congratulates:Jared Donaldson (Cumberland, RI)
08 Jared Lvl 3
Jared (Cumberland, RI)

 

Jared Donaldson (Cumberland, RI) who won the Boys 12 Mike Agassi "No Quit" Championships National Level 3 in Las Vegas, NV. and

Nicole Frenkel (Winchester, MA) who won the Girls 12 Labor Day Championships National Level 3 in Glen Cove, NY.



JR TEAM Color
Click Here for Jr Team Tennis Link
TENNIS IS A TEAM SPORT.
TENNIS IS A TEAM SPORT.

WHAT IS USTA JR. TEAM TENNIS?
USTA Jr. Team Tennis is the largest youth tennis program in the country, helping girls and boys ages 6 to 18 get in the game, get on the court, and have a good time.

Teams are coed and made up of at least six players, three boys and three girls, based on similar ages and skill levels.

The emphasis is on skill development, fun, teamwork and friendly competition, all with the possibility of advancing to the national championship.

Tennis is a sport you can play for life and Jr. Team Tennis lays the foundation for a lasting relationship.

WHO CAN PLAY?
USTA Jr. Team Tennis is for girls and boys ages 6 to 18 of all abilities and experience. Whether your child has been playing for years, or has never held a racquet, there's a spot on the team for them.

HOW DOES IT WORK?
Teams compete in two national divisions: 14 & under and 18 & under. Seasons are typically 6 to 8 weeks long and include regularly scheduled practices and matches. Players have the opportunity to participate in both singles and doubles play throughout the season. The season culminates in a national championship, with divisions for each age and skill level.

HOW COMPETITIVE IS IT?
Whether your child wants to compete on a national level or simply wants to learn a new sport and make friends, Jr. Team Tennis can take them there. The focus is on enjoying the exhilaration of playing and the development of skills that make playing fun. It's up to each player to decide how far they want to go.

HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?
For further information click on your state to find a local league coordinator who can help you find a team. 2007 Local League Coordinators by State

Sunday, September 14
Tennis Players and the College Admission Process