Western’s Tournament Performance Program is a place for motivated young athletes to maximize their potential on and off the courts. Through tennis, these players will learn skills like determination, dedication, critical thinking, and teamwork to help them achieve their goals. This program is geared toward players that desire to be pushed in a variety of drills and situational point play. In the group activities, athletes work on specific skills through game-based drills. They also refine their technique, footwork, reactions, and other skills through repetitive, pro-fed drills. There are several tournaments each year that players (9 and up) will be recommended to play.

This program is designed for children ages 4-6 with the goal of introducing the FUNdamentals of tennis. Children use modified
equipment and a smaller court to improve their ability to rally and play while developing their coordination and balance skills.

Designed for children ages 7-8, this program expands on the player’s ability to rally. While continuing to improve their coordination and balance, players will learn proper technique, grip selections, serve, footwork patterns, and preparation. Competitive play is introduced through game-based drills on the 60’ court.

The United States Tennis Association, Midwest Division mandates all 10 and under sanctioned tournaments to be played with a
modified ball on a 78’ court. This program is designed to help players adapt to the challenges of the full court while maintaining
proper techniques. Coaches will begin encouraging match play tournaments for those interested. Game-based drills will encourage
competition and improve footwork and reactions.