TENNIS MINI SERIES
What is UFIT Tennis Mini Series?
UFIT Tennis Mini Series (Red and Orange ball Matchplay) is a fun afternoon of tennis for all young tennis enthusiasts aged 5 years to 8 years. It is designed to ensure their first experience of competitive tennis is positive. It encourages a higher success at serving and rallying by using bigger, slower, softer balls and smaller courts.
UFIT Tennis Mini Series is an action packed 3 hours of fast moving, round robin singles matches, with easy scoring, different opponents, and a focus on fun. Players will have assistance with scoring on each court if required and will have the chance to win different prizes, with overall prizes for players with the most points.
UFIT Tennis Mini Series is designed to provide a pathway for players wanting to play more, introduce competitive tennis and help them get ready for The Junior Team Tennis League (JTTL), School Tennis and SPEX Tournaments.
Benefits of matchplay experience from a young age
- Learn to have respect for rules
- Build social skills
- Build confidence
- Learn to win and lose
- Develop passion and drive for the game
- Set goals and expectations
TENNIS ABILITY REQUIREMENT
EVENT FORMAT
- Red Ball (5-7 yrs) & Orange Ball (7-8 yrs) groups
- Each age group has a Grade 1 and 2 division*
- Players will play on modified courts with soft, slower balls specifically designed for their age.
- Players will play round robin matches (5 - 7 min rounds) and will record the number of points they get for each match they play (counting 1, 2, 3 etc.).
- Players will serve for two points each – serving underarm or overhead.
- Prizes will be awarded to players with the most points, 1st, 2nd & 3rd place, and for sportsmanship
*Grade 1: For more experienced and competitive players with tournament experience. Grade 2: For players with limited or no tournament experience, or still building the ability to rally confidently.
**Each Player is only allowed to register in either the red or orange event.
EVENT SCHEDULE
- 27th October - US Open Series
- Upcoming
RED BALL
SCHEDULE
8.40am - Registration9am - Introduction & Review of Rules and Guidelines
9.10am - Matches Commence
11.45am - Prize Giving Ceremony
12pm - Wrap Up
ORANGE BALL
SCHEDULE
2.40pm - Registration3pm - Introduction & Review of Rules and Guidelines
3.10pm - Matches Commence
5.45pm - Prize Giving Ceremony
6pm - Wrap Up
27th October 2024
US Open Series
1st December 2024
UFIT Mini Finals (Invitational Only)
WHAT'S NEXT AFTER THE TENNIS MINI SERIES?
Getting your child into playing matches in a fun environment from a young age makes it less daunting for them when they get to a more competitive age. As they get older, the Junior Team Tennis League (JTTL) is designed for those ready to compete with the green dot balls and regular yellow balls, but also provides a fun team environment for them to build camaraderie amongst their teammates. Players will gain lots of match experience across 6 weekends of singles & doubles match play. Players can compete in U10, U12, U14 and U17 categories.
JTTL Players are from a diverse range of nationalities – Singaporean, Chinese, American, Canadian, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, French, Indian, Japanese, Korean, etc.
Players for the tournament are made up from schools’ teams (International and Local), Clubs and independent entries.
Age Categories
- 10 & U - Green dot ball
- 12 & U
- 14 & U
- 17 & U
Savitar Tennis Centre (Fairmont Hotel)
80 Bras Basah Road
Fairmont Hotel
Singapore 189560
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