Player Development
USTA Northern California is dedicated to the advancement of youth tennis, and our Player Development program is at the heart of this commitment. Designed to provide a comprehensive pathway, our program guides junior players from the earliest stages of entry-level tennis through the collegiate and professional levels.
In addition to Player Development opportunities on a national level, USTA NorCal provides training opportunities locally throughout the year. The ultimate goal is to empower players and parents to succeed at every pivotal step of the tennis journey. Are you looking to coach at a Player Development camp or receive information from our team? Click here for more information.
Player Development Events
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Development Camps
Players: Development Camps (DCs) recruit and retain our most promising Net Generation athletes ages 7-10. The program is designed to provide an opportunity for promising young players to get to know each other and train together with specific goals for Orange and Green Ball. The themes of training include: becoming an Expert Rallyer, Defending the Court, Net Dominator, Taking Control of the Point, The All Court Player, and Becoming an Offensive Player.
Coaches: Each EDC has one lead coach and up to six working coaches.
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Team NorCal Workouts
Players: Team NorCal workouts are a sectional training program for our top junior players, hosted for select age divisions: 10 & Under (yellow ball), 14 & Under, and 18 & Under. Workouts feature a high level of instruction from top NorCal coaches, and encourage collaboration. The 10 & Under group will be selected based on age and their ranking on the National Standings List (NSL). The 14 & Under and 18 & Under groups will be selected based on singles WTN. Players will be selected and invited directly from the NSL/WTN list.
Coaches: Each Team NorCal workout features our top NorCal coaches, with one lead coach and up to five working coaches.
USTA Sectional Camps
Players: USTA Sectional Camps are part of the National Player Development pathway for players ages 11-13. In NorCal, we offer two USTA Sectional Camps for 24 players from the NorCal section invited based on birth year, National Rank, WTN rating, and Coaches Commission selection. There will be one camp in the spring and one in the fall. National Camp opportunities are by invitation only, with selection determined by the National Coaches and staff, who take into account Sectional Camp participation and other factors when making decisions
Coaches: USTA National Player Development staff make all final coach selections for Team USA camps, but Sections may provide coach recommendations.
Coach Information
At USTA, athlete safety is our top priority. All coaches hired for a USTA NorCal event are required to be Safe Play approved with no exceptions. You can check and renew your status at USTA Safe Play.
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Player Development Partnerships
USTA NorCal members get an exclusive discount on Flow 255®, the mental fitness training method and platform from 2Mynds. Visit 2Mynds today and use your discount code 2m-ustanorcal during checkout! *discount code excludes personal coaching.
The Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) mission is to change the culture of youth sports so that every child, regardless of social or economic circumstance, has access to a positive youth sports experience. USTA NorCal provides access to coach and parent education within its Player Development programs.
Certain educational support services are provided by Stanford Medicine Children’s Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center. With five locations including Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, Burlingame, Pleasanton, and Pleasant Hill, our team of doctors, athletic trainers and physical therapists are experts at helping kids recover from injuries, reduce their risk of future injuries and optimize their performance. Call (844) 41-ORTHO to learn more.
Keep Your Tennis Journey Alive: Transition from Tournaments to College Club Tennis
After junior tournaments, the journey doesn’t stop—it’s just beginning! Transition to our club Tennis On Campus program and continue playing competitive tennis in college. Enjoy the thrill of club matches, build lifelong friendships and keep your love for the game alive.