Summer Tennis USTA Leagues - Mixed Doubles, Tri-Level, and Singles!

Dear tennis friends,

As the temperatures rise and the sun shines brighter, we are delighted to commence the Spring USTA Adult League tennis season. This spring, over 100 teams are passionately competing across western North Carolina, representing vibrant communities from Brevard, Asheville, Hendersonville, Black Mountain, and Forest City.

We extend our warmest wishes to all participants for a season brimming with competitive spirit, camaraderie, and good sportsmanship. Unlike other regions, our area faces unique challenges with court availability as many facilities do not open until later in the spring season.

We sincerely appreciate everyone's understanding and flexibility in navigating these challenges, which play a vital role in ensuring the success of our spring schedules. Together, let's make this season memorable and enjoyable for all!

While spring is just beginning, it's time to look ahead and prepare for an exciting summer of tennis leagues! Team registration for our summer leagues will open on April 1 for Mixed Doubles and Tri-Level, and on April 15 for Singles. Below, you'll find more detailed information, including important dates to mark on your calendar.

As always, if you have any questions or need assistance regarding USTA leagues in our area, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to help and ensure you have a fantastic tennis experience in western North Carolina!

Warm regards,

Jennifer Kersey - LLC for Summer Leagues

and

Bevie Walker - LLC for Spring and Fall Leagues

Mixed Doubles and Tri-Level

Team Registration Opens APRIL 1st

(Singles Team Registration opens April 15th)

Make your tennis plans for Summer 2024!

2024 Summer League Schedule DAYS of PLAY (Click here)

One Man + One Woman = Mixed Doubles

A fun way for men and women to team up for some summer fun. This is a very friendly, social and competitive league where the winners of each local league may progress to a State championship. Partner up with a friend, family member, or co-worker and join in on the fun!

NEW - This year our Mixed Doubles league will use a fixed-level rating system.

Teams range from beginner-level to professional. We offer playing opportunities for players rated from 2.5 and higher in four different age divisions – 18 & Over, 40 & Over, 55 & Over Divisions, and 65 & Over Divisions. Note: not all levels are offered at all age levels.

Tennis mixed doubles rules are the same as for regular doubles. Each player will serve both players in the opposing team, and vice versa.

Each doubles line must include one man and one woman. Players can play at their current NTRP level or one level higher. For example, on a 3.5 team, 3.0 and 3.5 men and women may team up in any combination.

Teams play 3 lines of doubles.

Maximum roster of 15 players.

Important Dates:

April 1 - Registration Opens
May 15 - Deadline for teams to have a minimum roster (3 men & 3 women)
May 26 - Season Begins
Aug 3 - Season Ends
Sept 5-8 State Championships (Greensboro)

Cost: $27 per player

THREE levels combined into ONE team

Tri-Level is a fun way to team up with friends who play at different NTRP levels. A team match consists of three doubles matches – one match is played at each of the three different NTRP levels (for example 4.0 / 3.5 / 3.0). Players with the same NTRP compete against one another, with the highest NTRP level playing line #1 and the lowest NTRP level playing line #3.

Players may play at their NTRP-rated level or up 0.5, but not lower than their rated level.

Teams are divided by gender – they are not coed.

Two Age levels are offered: 18 & Over and 55 & Over.

Maximum of 15 players per team

NEW - Tri-Level matches will count towards a player’s end-of-the-year NTRP rating.

A player may play on multiple teams as long as they are in different divisions. Example: A 3.5 player can play on an 18 & Over Division 3.5/3.0/2.5 and 18 & Over Division 4.0/3.5/3.0 and 55 & Over Division 4.0/3.5/3.0. Players may advance on multiple teams as long as they are in different flights, however, there will be no concessions made for scheduling.

Important Dates:

April 1 - Registration Opens
May 15 - Deadline for teams to have a minimum roster (2 players who are eligible to play at each level)
June 2 - Season Begins
Aug 17 - Season Ends
Sept 19-22 State Championships (Kinston)

Cost: $27 per player

Let’s play singles!

Join our summer singles tennis leagues in North Carolina for the ultimate opportunity to compete individually on the court! While doubles play dominates USTA leagues, NC recognizes the desire for solo competition. In our 18 & over spring adult league, we feature two lines of singles, but we understand that might not be sufficient for everyone. That’s why our summer singles leagues offer a dedicated platform for players who prefer individual challenges. Compete locally and seize the chance to advance to the State Championship. Don’t miss out on your chance to shine on the singles court this summer!

Teams play 3 lines of singles.

Maximum of 9 players on a team.

Age levels offered include 18 & over, 40 & over, and 55 & over.

Important Dates:

April 15 - Registration Opens
June 10 - Deadline for teams to have a minimum roster (3 players)
June 23 - Season Begins
Sept 7 - Season Ends
Oct 3-6 State Championships (Goldsboro)

Cost: $27 per player

Continued for 2024!

Captain's Discount

Team captains are critical to the success of our local leagues, and to show our appreciation, we are offering a $10 Discount to the first captain to register on a team. The Captain Discount is limited to one captain per team. If you plan to co-captain with another player, please discuss who should get the discount and have that person register on Tennislink as captain FIRST. The discount is managed through Tennislink and we can not make corrections if it is applied to the wrong individual.

How to set up a team

Gather enough players to have a minimum roster
Designate someone to be captain
Have the captain set up the team in TennisLink (click here for more info)
Need help setting up your team? Have the captain email Jennifer Kersey to request a team number. Be sure to include the following in your email:
League (Mixed, Tri-Level, or Singles)
Age Level
NTRP Level
Home Facility
Have players sign-up on TennisLink using the team number

Looking for a team?

Want to play but need a team? Click the button below and fill out the "Player Looking for a Team" form. The local coordinator will share your information with teams in your area, or if there are enough players at your age/level, we will create a NEW players team.

Player Looking for a Team SUMMER 2024 FORM

Does your team need a few more players?

Email Jennifer Kersey - together we can get more people on the court!