The Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation (MCB) would like to wish all of our players, parents, and friends a Happy St. Patrick's Day! May your holiday be filled with good luck, Irish dancing, and plenty of shamrock cookies!

Maureen "Little Mo" Connolly Brinker was of Irish heritage and she was inducted into the Irish American Hall of Fame in 2017. The mission of the Irish American Hall of Fame is to recognize and honor the outstanding contributions of Irish Americans to society in the areas of Arts and Humanities, Business and Industry, Public Service, Sports, Religion, Education, and Science. The Irish American Hall of Fame also pays tribute to exemplary Americans of Irish heritage who have truly shaped the Irish American identity in the United States. To learn more about the Irish American Hall of Fame, please click here.

We would like to invite our players to email a St. Patrick's Day themed drawing or photo by Monday, March 18 at 5:00pm (Central Time). Please email your player's name and submission to: tiffany@mcbtennis.org to be included in the contest. All contest entries will be posted on the MCB Twitter page (@mcbtennis) on Monday afternoon. The player with the most "likes" for their drawing or photo by Wednesday, March 20 at 5:00pm (Central Time) will receive a complimentary entry ($280 value) into a 2024 "Little Mo" Internationals of their choice (Colorado, New Jersey or Florida). Remember to click on the "heart" icon to "like" the drawing or photo of your choice on the MCB Twitter page for your vote to count in the contest!

Everyone who participates in this contest will receive a $25 prize at the "Little Mo" Internationals. Please visit the "Little Mo/Big Mo" Booth during any of our three international tournaments this year to receive your prize. Good luck to all players!

2024 "Little Mo" Tournaments

We are looking forward to seeing all of our players again this year and welcoming new families for all of the fun, festivities, and memories on and off the tennis court! Thank you so much for your support of the "Little Mo" and a special thank you to our tournament sites, volunteers, and proud sponsors: Jersey Mike's Subs (JMS - Title Sponsor), Tennis Competitors of Dallas (TCD), RBC Wealth Management (RBC), Wilson Sporting Goods ("Official Ball and Racquet"), Lucky in Love Kids ("Official Apparel"), Ethos School ("Official Sponsor"), and Palm Beach County Sports Commission (PBCSC). The "Little Mo" is truly a "one of a kind" tournament for young tennis players held in honor of tennis legend Maureen "Little Mo" Connolly Brinker. These special events are focused on new friendships, great sportsmanship, and competitive matches with approximately 2,500 youngsters from over 70 different countries competing annually. We hope you and your family will join us for one or more of our tournaments this year!

"Little Mo" Regionals

Registration is OPEN for our four 2024 "Little Mo" Regionals (North, South, East, West) - open to any USA player (ages 8-12)! Registration for all regional tournaments will be on a first-come, first-served basis up to the entry limit - we will be accepting the first 32 players in each division. If a division reaches the entry limit before the registration deadline, a WAITING LIST will be established at that time. Be sure to register early as the draws typically fill before the registration deadline (some draws are already full)! *Please note that once you have received a confirmation email from UTR/Stripe, your player's entry has been accepted into the tournament and you can make your travel arrangements.

"Little Mo" Internationals

Registration is also OPEN for our first two 2024 "Little Mo" Internationals (Colorado, New Jersey):

• 11th Annual "Little Mo" Internationals in Colorado Springs, Colorado (June 28 - July 3) - open to any player worldwide (ages 8-16)!

• 13th Annual "Little Mo" Internationals in West Orange, New Jersey (August 17 - 21) - open to any player worldwide (ages 8-12)!

Registration for all international tournaments will be on a first-come, first-served basis up to the entry limit - we will be accepting the first 30 players in each division in Colorado and the first 14 players in each division in New Jersey. If a division reaches the entry limit before the registration deadline, a WAITING LIST will be established at that time. Be sure to register early as the draws typically fill before the registration deadline (some draws are already full)! *Please note that once you have received a confirmation email from UTR/Stripe, your player's entry has been accepted into the tournament and you can make your travel arrangements.

We are planning to open registration for our third and final 2024 "Little Mo" Internationals (Florida) in July/August - open to any player worldwide (ages 8-16)! The site and dates for our Florida international tournament are included below under the 2024 "Little Mo" Internationals header.

To register for a "Little Mo" tournament, please click on the "Register Now" button or scroll down to click on one of the events below:

All yellow ball results from the "Little Mo" tournaments (Regionals, Nationals, Internationals) will count towards your player's Universal Tennis Rating (UTR). All green dot results will count towards your player's Universal Tennis Color Ball Rating (CBR). Also, just a friendly reminder that players must register in the proper age division according to their birth year for all "Little Mo" tournaments. This ensures that our players are competing against others who are born in the same calendar year (i.e., 8's play 8's, 9's play 9's). For example, if your player is turning 10 at any time this year (regardless of what age they will be at the time of the tournament), they will need to register in the 10's division.

Come Join Us in Colorado Springs for a Fun Family Vacation, Outstanding Tennis, and the 1st Leg of the "Little Mo" Slam!

11th Annual "Little Mo" Internationals in Colorado

U.S. Air Force Academy

Colorado Springs, Colorado

June 28 - July 3, 2024

Registration Deadline: Friday, June 7 at 11:30pm (Central Time)

Fun Things to Do in Colorado: Take the cog railway to the top of Pikes Peak, see the beautiful red rock formations at the Garden of the Gods and the waterfalls at Seven Falls, enjoy a spa day or a round of golf at the historic Broadmoor Hotel (a 5-star resort), tour the Air Force Academy and Cadet Chapel, check out the U.S. Olympic Training Center, visit the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo or enjoy the Cave of the Winds! Also, Denver is a 1.5-hour drive north of Colorado Springs where you can see the Colorado State Capitol, tour the U.S. Mint, visit the museums and aquarium or experience some river rafting and hiking! 

The 2nd Leg of the "Little Mo" Slam will be held in West Orange, New Jersey!

13th Annual "Little Mo" Internationals in New Jersey

West Orange Tennis Club

West Orange, New Jersey

August 17-21, 2024

Registration Deadline: Friday, July 26 at 11:30pm (Central Time)

Fun Things to Do in New Jersey and nearby New York:

New Jersey - Atlantic City/The Boardwalk, Liberty State Park, Ellis Island, Princeton University Art Museum, Six Flags Great Adventure, Cape May Historic District, Adventure Aquarium, Paterson Great Falls National Historic Park, Liberty Science Center, Morey's Piers & Beachfront Water Parks, Turtle Back Zoo, Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Thomas Edison National Historic Park, Seaside Heights, Nickelodeon Universe, New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and beautiful beaches!

New York - US Open at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Times Square, Central Park, Bronx Zoo, Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Broadway Shows, Intrepid Sea Air & Space Museum, Citi Field for a New York Yankees or Mets baseball game, and more are nearby!

Be one of the lucky players to register for the East Regionals tournament in Florida!

We hope you and your family will plan on joining us for our 2024 "Little Mo" East Regionals tournament in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida (April 27-29) - open to any USA player (ages 8-12)!

The registration deadline is less than a month away on Friday, April 12 at 11:30pm (Central Time). Be sure to register early as the draws typically fill before the registration deadline - some draws are already full! To register, please click here or on the ad below.

It will not only be a fun, competitive tournament but a great destination for the entire family with many tourist attractions: Disney World, Epcot, Lion Country Safari, Sea World, DuBois Park, Peanut Island, The Gardens Mall, Mounts Botanical Garden, the beautiful Florida beaches, and more are all nearby!

27th Annual

"Road to the Little Mo Nationals"

The "Little Mo" began in 1976 as a local tournament for Dallas youngsters and later grew to include players from all over Texas. In 1998, it expanded nationwide and became known as the "Road to the Little Mo Nationals", one of the premier series of junior tournaments for girls and boys ages 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12. The Road is now in its 27th year as a yearlong circuit of regional and national tournaments for players who reside in the USA and its territories. It is the only circuit of its kind for talented, high-performance girls and boys in the United States who compete against others born in the same year.

The Road will begin in the spring and summer with the four "Little Mo" Regionals (North, South, East, West) held in different cities across the United States. Yellow (regular) ball divisions will be offered for girls and boys ages 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 in addition to a green dot option for ages 8, 9, and 10. The top four yellow ball players (semifinalists) in each age division from each regional tournament will advance to the prestigious "Little Mo" Nationals in Austin, Texas from September 27-30, 2024. These players will form a 16-size draw in each age division at the Nationals. The top 160 players who reach the Nationals are the youngest and brightest future stars in American tennis!

"Little Mo" East Regionals

Palm Beach Gardens Tennis Center

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

April 27-29, 2024

Registration Deadline: Friday, April 12 at 11:30pm (Central Time)

Some draws are already full!

"Little Mo" South Regionals

Arlington Tennis Center

Arlington, Texas

May 25-27, 2024

Registration Deadline: Friday, May 10 at 11:30pm (Central Time)

Some draws are already full!

"Little Mo" West Regionals

Berkeley Tennis Club

Berkeley, California

July 20-22, 2024

Registration Deadline: Friday, July 5 at 11:30pm (Central Time)

Some draws are already full!

"Little Mo" North Regionals

Cary Leeds Center for Tennis & Learning

Bronx, New York

September 1-3, 2024

Registration Deadline: Friday, August 16 at 11:30pm (Central Time)

Some draws are already full!

27th Annual "Road to the Little Mo Nationals"

Rules and Regulations

Welcome to the 27th Annual "Road to the Little Mo Nationals"! These tournaments are designed to provide outstanding competition at the regional and national level while also encouraging players to develop new friendships, learn good sportsmanship, and most of all, have fun. The Road is the only circuit of its kind for talented, high-performance girls and boys in the United States who compete against others born in the same year. Please read through the following rules and regulations carefully:

• Eligibility:  The Road will begin in the spring and summer with the four "Little Mo" Regionals (North, South, East, West) held in different cities across the United States. The regional tournaments are open to any player who lives in the United States and its territories (ages 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12). There are no special qualifications or ranking needed to register for the regional tournaments - any USA player who registers will be accepted into the draw until the entry limit is reached. *Please note that players must have lived in the United States for at least six consecutive months prior to the tournament start date in order to be eligible for the "Little Mo" Regionals. If a player does not meet this requirement, they will be withdrawn from the tournament.

• Entry Limit / Confirmation Email:  Registration for the "Little Mo" Regionals will be on a first-come, first-served basis up to the entry limit - we will be accepting the first 32 players in each division. If a division reaches the entry limit before the registration deadline, a WAITING LIST will be established at that time. Be sure to register early as the draws typically fill before the registration deadline! *Please note that once you have received a confirmation email from UTR/Stripe, your player's entry has been accepted into the tournament and you can make your travel arrangements.

• Multiple Tournaments:  Players may compete in any "Little Mo" Regionals regardless of where they are currently living in the United States or its territories. Players may also compete in as many regional tournaments as desired, but they only need to participate in one regional tournament and finish in the top four (yellow ball division only) to qualify for the "Little Mo" Nationals.

• Events / Guaranteed Matches:  The "Little Mo" Regionals and the "Little Mo" Nationals will offer Singles events for all divisions (no Doubles or Mixed Doubles events). All players will be guaranteed at least two Singles matches during the regional and national tournaments.

• Age Eligibility / Registration by Birth Year:  Players must register in the proper age division according to their birth year. This ensures that our players are competing against others who are born in the same calendar year (i.e., a player born in 2014 must play in the 10's division since they will be turning 10 this year).
• Girls and Boys 12's - born in 2012
• Girls and Boys 11's - born in 2013
• Girls and Boys 10's - born in 2014
• Girls and Boys 9's - born in 2015
• Girls and Boys 8's - born in 2016 (Only players who are born in 2016 will be allowed to play in the 8's divisions. Players born in 2017 or 2018 will not be eligible.)

• Divisions:  Yellow (regular) ball divisions will be offered for girls and boys ages 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 in addition to a green dot option for ages 8, 9, and 10. Players must register for only one division. This means that players competing in the 8's, 9's, and 10's divisions must choose to play with either the yellow (regular) ball or the green dot ball for their age group. Players in the 11's and 12's divisions must play with the yellow (regular) ball. All divisions will be played on a full 78' tennis court with either the yellow (regular) ball or the green dot ball.

• Draw Formats:  All divisions will use the same draw formats regardless of age or ball type, but we will be using several different draw formats based on the draw size:
• 32-size draw:  A Modified Feed-in Consolation format through the Round of 16 with a 3rd/4th Place playoff and 5th/6th Place playoff will be used. This means that any player who loses before the Quarterfinal Round (Main Draw) will feed back into the Consolation bracket. The losers of the Quarterfinal Round (Main Draw) will move into a 5th/6th Place playoff and the losers of the Semifinal Round (Main Draw) will move into a 3rd/4th Place playoff.
• 16-size draw:  A Feed-in Consolation format through the Quarterfinals with a 3rd/4th Place playoff will be used. This means that any player who loses before the Semifinal Round (Main Draw) will feed back into the Consolation bracket. The losers of the Semifinal Round (Main Draw) will move into a 3rd/4th Place playoff. A 5th/6th Place playoff is not possible as the Consolation Winner and Consolation Runner-Up are the 5th/6th Place winners in this format.
• 8-size draw:  A First Round Losers Consolation format with a 3rd/4th Place playoff will be used. This means that any player who loses in the First Round (Main Draw) will move into the Consolation bracket. A Feed-in format is not possible as the Second Round (Main Draw) is the Semifinal Round, and the losers of the Semifinal Round (Main Draw) will move into a 3rd/4th Place playoff. A 5th/6th Place playoff is also not possible as the Consolation Winner and Consolation Runner-Up are the 5th/6th Place winners in this format.
• 5 or less players:  A Round Robin format will be used.

• Scoring Format:  All divisions will use the same scoring format regardless of age, ball type or draw format. All Singles matches (Main Draw and Consolation) will consist of two tiebreak sets (first to 6 games). At 6 games all, a 7-point set tiebreak (first to 7, win by 2) will be played. If players split sets, a 10-point match tiebreak (first to 10, win by 2) will be played in lieu of a third set. Regular scoring (with ad) will be used for all Main Draw matches and a 5-minute warm-up will be given before each match. No-ad scoring will be used for all Consolation matches in addition to the 3rd/4th Place playoff and the 5th/6th Place playoff. A 2-minute rest period will be given between the first and second sets, and a 3-minute rest period will be given between the second set and match tiebreak. No coaching is allowed at any time. *Shortened scoring may be used in the case of rain.

• *NEW IN 2024 - Bathroom Break Courtesy Point:  If a player needs to go to the bathroom, they need to get permission from an official. To minimize loss of momentum during the set caused by a bathroom break, the player taking the break will give a courtesy point to their opponent. This is not a penalty point. A courtesy point will not be given for a bathroom break taken at the end of a set. This rule is unique to the "Little Mo" tournaments.

• Advancing to "Little Mo" Nationals:  The top four yellow ball players (semifinalists) in each age division from each "Little Mo" Regionals will advance to the prestigious "Little Mo" Nationals in Austin, Texas from September 27-30, 2024. These players will form a 16-size draw in each age division at the Nationals. If you advance to the Semifinal Round (Main Draw) in your age division at the Regionals and you (and your parent/coach) have followed the Code of Conduct, you will receive your Nationals invitation with a special code needed for registration by email from the MCB office following the regional tournament. The top 160 players who reach the Nationals are the youngest and brightest future stars in American tennis!

• Alternate Players for "Little Mo" Nationals:  If one of the top four yellow ball players (semifinalists) from a "Little Mo" Regionals cannot attend the "Little Mo" Nationals, we will contact the 5th and 6th Place winners (if applicable) to take their place as the first and second alternates. If neither player can attend, we will consider other players in the draw and players from other regional tournaments as replacements based on their results and UTR. If there is not a 5th/6th Place Playoff, we will contact the Consolation Winner as the first alternate instead. If the Consolation Winner cannot attend, we will consider other players in the draw and players from other regional tournaments as replacements based on their results and UTR. The MCB office will let you know as soon as possible via email if there is an opening to attend the Nationals. While the green dot players will not be able to advance to the Nationals, they might be considered as replacement players if all of the qualified yellow ball players have been contacted.

• Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) / Color Ball Rating (CBR):  All yellow ball results from the "Road to the Little Mo Nationals" (Regionals, Nationals) will count towards your player's Universal Tennis Rating (UTR). All green dot results will count towards your player's Universal Tennis Color Ball Rating (CBR).

27th Annual "Little Mo" Nationals

Presented by

RBC Wealth Management

Austin Tennis Academy

Austin, Texas

September 27-30, 2024

2024 "Little Mo" Internationals (Colorado, New Jersey, Florida)

In 2006, MCB created the "Little Mo" Internationals for USA players to experience different styles of play and meet others from various countries and cultures from around the world. This flagship event was first held in Texas and it has evolved over the years into three different tournaments held in Colorado, New Jersey, and Florida. Today, the Internationals attract thousands of talented girls and boys (ages 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12) who travel from across the United States and worldwide to compete against others born in the same year. The "Big Mo" divisions have also been added in Colorado and Florida for ages 13, 14, 15, and 16. These unique events are held at some of the most prominent and historic tennis clubs in the United States, which helps to create an unforgettable experience and enjoyable vacation for the entire family. There are also many fun tourist attractions and sights to see near our three international tournaments such as Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, US Open, Times Square, Statue of Liberty, Broadway shows, Disney World, Epcot, and beautiful beaches.

This year, our host sites are the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado (June 28 - July 3), the West Orange Tennis Club in West Orange, New Jersey (August 17-21), and the Palm Beach Gardens Tennis Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida (December 6-11). In Colorado and Florida, yellow (regular) ball divisions will be offered for girls and boys ages 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 in addition to a green dot option for ages 8, 9, and 10. In New Jersey, yellow (regular) ball divisions will be offered for girls and boys ages 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 in addition to a green dot option for ages 8, 9, and 10. The "Big Mo" divisions for ages 13, 14, 15, and 16 will not be offered due to limited courts in New Jersey. All players will have an opportunity to participate in Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles in addition to many exciting and memorable activities such as the Player Clinic, Player Parade, Group Photo, Opening Ceremony, Player Gift Exchange tradition, "Mo" Coins, Player Party, "Little Mo/Big Mo" Booth, and much more. Last year, the "Little Mo" Internationals in Florida featured approximately 700 players from over 60 different countries and territories worldwide!

11th Annual "Little Mo" Internationals in Colorado

U.S. Air Force Academy

Colorado Springs, Colorado

June 28 - July 3, 2024

Registration Deadline: Friday, June 7 at 11:30pm (Central Time)

13th Annual "Little Mo" Internationals in New Jersey

West Orange Tennis Club

West Orange, New Jersey

August 17-21, 2024

Registration Deadline: Friday, July 26 at 11:30pm (Central Time)

Some draws are already full!

18th Annual "Little Mo" Internationals in Florida

Palm Beach Gardens Tennis Center

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

December 6-11, 2024

Registration to open in July/ August!

2024 "Little Mo" Internationals (Colorado, New Jersey, Florida)

Rules and Regulations

Welcome to the 2024 "Little Mo" Internationals (Colorado, New Jersey, Florida)! These tournaments are designed to provide outstanding competition at the international level while also encouraging players to develop new friendships, learn good sportsmanship, and most of all, have fun. The Internationals are the only tournaments of their kind for talented, high-performance girls and boys worldwide who compete against others born in the same year. Please read through the following rules and regulations carefully:

• Eligibility:  The three "Little Mo" Internationals will be held in Colorado, New Jersey, and Florida. The international tournaments are open to any player worldwide (ages 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12). The "Big Mo" divisions have also been added in Colorado and Florida for ages 13, 14, 15, and 16. There are no special qualifications or ranking needed to register for the international tournaments - any player who registers will be accepted into the draw until the entry limit is reached. *Please note that players do not need to compete in the "Little Mo" Regionals or the "Little Mo" Nationals in order to participate in the "Little Mo" Internationals.

• Entry Limits / Confirmation Email:  Registration for the "Little Mo" Internationals will be on a first-come, first-served basis up to the entry limit - we will be using several different entry limits based on the tournament (see below). If a division reaches the entry limit before the registration deadline, a WAITING LIST will be established at that time. Be sure to register early as the draws typically fill before the registration deadline! *Please note that once you have received a confirmation email from UTR/Stripe, your player's entry has been accepted into the tournament and you can make your travel arrangements.
• Colorado:  Registration will be limited to the first 30 players in each division with 2 wildcards to be determined by MCB. All divisions will initially be limited to a 32-size draw (maximum), but it may be possible for some divisions to expand into a 64-size draw based on court capacity.
• New Jersey:  Registration will be limited to the first 14 players in each division with 2 wildcards to be determined by MCB. All divisions will initially be limited to a 16-size draw (maximum due to limited courts in New Jersey), but it may be possible for some divisions to expand into a 32-size draw based on court capacity.
• Florida:  Registration will be limited to the first 30 players in each division with 2 wildcards to be determined by MCB. All divisions will initially be limited to a 32-size draw (maximum), but it may be possible for some divisions to expand into a 64-size draw based on court capacity.

• Multiple Tournaments:  Players may compete in any "Little Mo" Internationals regardless of where they are currently living in the United States or worldwide. Players may also compete in as many international tournaments as desired.

• Events / Guaranteed Matches:  The "Little Mo" Internationals will offer Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles events for all divisions. All players will be guaranteed at least two Singles matches during the international tournaments in addition to one Doubles match and one Mixed Doubles match (only if they are able to find a partner for each event).

• Age Eligibility / Registration by Birth Year:  Players must register in the proper age division according to their birth year. This ensures that our players are competing against others who are born in the same calendar year (i.e., a player born in 2014 must play in the 10's division since they will be turning 10 this year).
• Girls and Boys 16's ("Big Mo") - born in 2008
• Girls and Boys 15's ("Big Mo") - born in 2009
• Girls and Boys 14's ("Big Mo") - born in 2010
• Girls and Boys 13's ("Big Mo") - born in 2011
• Girls and Boys 12's - born in 2012
• Girls and Boys 11's - born in 2013
• Girls and Boys 10's - born in 2014
• Girls and Boys 9's - born in 2015
• Girls and Boys 8's - born in 2016 (Only players who are born in 2016 will be allowed to play in the 8's divisions. Players born in 2017 or 2018 will not be eligible.)

• Divisions:  The "Little Mo" Internationals will be offering several different divisions based on the tournament:
• Colorado and Florida:  Yellow (regular) ball divisions will be offered for girls and boys ages 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 in addition to a green dot option for ages 8, 9, and 10. Players must register for only one division. This means that players competing in the 8's, 9's, and 10's divisions must choose to play with either the yellow (regular) ball or the green dot ball for their age group. Players in the 11's and 12's divisions must play with the yellow (regular) ball. All divisions will be played on a full 78' tennis court with either the yellow (regular) ball or the green dot ball.
• New Jersey:  Yellow (regular) ball divisions will be offered for girls and boys ages 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 in addition to a green dot option for ages 8, 9, and 10. The "Big Mo" divisions for ages 13, 14, 15, and 16 will not be offered due to limited courts in New Jersey. Players must register for only one division. This means that players competing in the 8's, 9's, and 10's divisions must choose to play with either the yellow (regular) ball or the green dot ball for their age group. Players in the 11's and 12's divisions must play with the yellow (regular) ball. All divisions will be played on a full 78' tennis court with either the yellow (regular) ball or the green dot ball.

• Draw Formats:  All divisions will use the same draw formats regardless of age or ball type, but we will be using several different draw formats based on the event type and draw size:
• Singles:  
• 64-size draw, 32-size draw, 16-size draw or 8-size draw:  A First Match Losers Consolation format with a 3rd/4th Place playoff will be used. This means that any player who loses in the First Round (Main Draw) will move into the Consolation bracket. Any player who has a bye in the First Round (Main Draw) and loses in the Second Round (Main Draw) will also move into the Consolation bracket. The losers of the Semifinal Round (Main Draw) will move into a 3rd/4th Place playoff.
• 5 or less players:  A Round Robin format will be used.
• Doubles and Mixed Doubles:  A Single Elimination format will be used for all draw sizes. This means that any team who loses in any round will not advance in the draw. A Consolation bracket is not possible as there is only a Main Draw in this format.

• Scoring Formats:  All divisions will use the same scoring formats regardless of age, ball type or draw format, but we will be using several different scoring formats based on the event type:
• Singles:  All Singles matches (Main Draw and Consolation) will consist of two tiebreak sets (first to 6 games). At 6 games all, a 7-point set tiebreak (first to 7, win by 2) will be played. If players split sets, a 10-point match tiebreak (first to 10, win by 2) will be played in lieu of a third set. Regular scoring (with ad) will be used for all Main Draw matches and a 5-minute warm-up will be given before each match. No-ad scoring will be used for all Consolation matches in addition to the 3rd/4th Place playoff. A 2-minute rest period will be given between the first and second sets, and a 3-minute rest period will be given between the second set and match tiebreak. No coaching is allowed at any time. *Shortened scoring may be used in the case of rain. 
• Doubles and Mixed Doubles:  All Doubles and Mixed Doubles matches will consist of an 8-game pro set (first to 8 games). At 8 games all, a 7-point match tiebreak (first to 7, win by 2) will be played. Regular scoring (with ad) will be used for all matches and a 5-minute warm-up will be given before each match. No coaching is allowed at any time. *Shortened scoring may be used in the case of rain.

• Bathroom Break Courtesy Point:  If a player needs to go to the bathroom, they need to get permission from an official. To minimize loss of momentum during the set caused by a bathroom break, the player(s) taking the break will give a courtesy point to their opponent(s). This is not a penalty point. A courtesy point will not be given for a bathroom break taken at the end of a set. This rule is unique to the "Little Mo" tournaments.

• Doubles / Mixed Doubles Information:  The "Little Mo" Internationals entry fee includes Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles so there are no additional fees to participate in these events. All registrations for Doubles and Mixed Doubles will be taken on-site during the tournament (no registrations will be taken in advance or by email). If a player already has a partner selected for Doubles and/or Mixed Doubles, there will be a desk on-site at the host site on the first day where they will be able to sign up together with their partner(s). If a player would like to try and find a partner before the tournament, we will be posting the official Player List in the weeks leading up to the tournament (not before the registration deadline) and players will be able to contact each other through the UTR system at that time. If a player does not have a partner selected before the tournament and they would still like to play in Doubles and/or Mixed Doubles, there will be a "Looking for Partner" sign-up sheet posted at the host site on the first day. Players will be able to place their name and cell phone on this sheet in order to connect with possible partners. Eligibility for Doubles and Mixed Doubles is as follows:
• Doubles:  Players must compete in the same exact age division and ball type as they are registered in for Singles. For example, a player registered in the Boys 10 (yellow ball) division for Singles must play in the Boys 10 (yellow ball) division for Doubles.
• Mixed Doubles:  Players may compete with someone younger or older in a different age division, but they must play in the division of the older player. Players may also compete in a different ball type, but a yellow ball player cannot "play down" into a green dot division. For example, a Boys 9 (green dot) player who decides to play Mixed Doubles with a Girls 10 (yellow ball) player must play in the Mixed 10 (yellow ball) division since that is the older division between the two players.
• Please note that there is no guarantee a player will be able to compete in Doubles and/or Mixed Doubles unless they have a partner for each event - players are ultimately responsible for finding their own partners.

• Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) / Color Ball Rating (CBR):  All yellow ball results from the "Little Mo" Internationals (Colorado, New Jersey, Florida) will count towards your player's Universal Tennis Rating (UTR). All green dot results will count towards your player's Universal Tennis Color Ball Rating (CBR).

2024 "Little Mo" Slam

Win the Tallest Trophy in Junior Tennis (6 Feet Tall)!

Have you ever dreamed of winning the tallest trophy in junior tennis? In 2013, MCB created the ultimate challenge for any player (ages 8-12) to win the "Little Mo" Slam. The Slam was created in honor of Maureen Connolly's Grand Slam win in 1953 - winning all four major championships (Australian, French, Wimbledon, and US Open) in the same calendar year. If a "Little Mo" player can win their yellow ball division at all three "Little Mo" Internationals (Colorado, New Jersey, Florida) in the same year, they will receive the tallest trophy in junior tennis (6 feet tall) and the title of "Little Mo" Slam Champion! The Slam continues this year with the 1st leg at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado (June 28 - July 3). The 2nd leg will take place at the West Orange Tennis Club in West Orange, New Jersey (August 17-21). The 3rd and final leg will be held at the Palm Beach Gardens Tennis Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida (December 6-11). There have been 11 players who have accomplished this magnificent feat in the past 11 years.

Who will win the "Little Mo" Slam this year?

Travel Grants will be awarded to players who win their age division (yellow ball only) at all "Little Mo" Internationals!

We hope you will join us for one or more of our international tournaments this year! Any "Little Mo" or "Big Mo" player who wins their yellow ball division (Singles only) at the "Little Mo" Internationals (Colorado, New Jersey, Florida) will receive a special travel grant during the tournament - more details to be announced at the tournament!

These travel grants are sponsored by the Tennis Competitors of Dallas (TCD) in Dallas, Texas and we are so thankful for their continued support of junior tennis!

Player Referral Program

$20 for each player referred!

Matias Moran helps promote the "Little Mo" by handing out flyers at tennis clubs!

We hope you will tell all of your friends about the "Little Mo" tournaments! As a special incentive for helping us spread the word, we would like to offer you an opportunity to receive $20 (per referral) from MCB if you are able to encourage a friend(s) to sign up. A custom question has been added to the tournament registration process whereby the referred player can type in your name on their entry form as having referred them. 

For every player you refer, you will receive $20 at the tournament. Only the names entered during the online registration process will count towards earning this prize. Also, any player who withdraws from the tournament will not count towards this prize.

In order to claim your referral prize, please stop by the "Little Mo/Big Mo" Booth during any "Little Mo" tournament this year. Referral prizes will only be awarded at the tournament and they may only be redeemed in the year they are earned. The more players you refer, the more you can earn! If you have any other questions about this special offer, or if you would like to help promote the "Little Mo" tournaments by distributing flyers to clubs in your area, please send an email to: carol@mcbtennis.org.

Are you interested in earning some free "Mo" Coins at your next "Little Mo" tournament? If you have played in a "Little Mo" tournament in the past, we invite you to click on the "Survey" button above to answer a few questions about your experience. As a thank you, you will receive 10 "Mo" Coins at your next "Little Mo" tournament (limit one offer per family). Please visit the "Little Mo/Big Mo" Booth during any of our "Little Mo" tournaments this year to claim your survey prize. Survey prizes will only be awarded at the tournament and they may only be redeemed in the year they are earned.

50th Anniversary Celebration - Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation of Kansas!

You can click on the video above to watch Cindy Brinker Simmons (MCB Dallas President and daughter of Maureen "Little Mo" Connolly Brinker) give a special message to MCB Kansas!

The Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation of Dallas would like to congratulate the Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation of Kansas on their recent 50th Anniversary Celebration! Martie Connelly, founder of MCB Kansas, was an Advisory Board member of MCB Dallas while working with Maureen Connolly Brinker and Nancy Jeffett who founded the MCB Tennis Foundation in 1968. When Martie moved to Wichita with her husband and founded MCB Kansas, she wanted to carry on what Maureen and Nancy began in Dallas.

Since their founding, MCB Kansas has been determined to make a positive impact in the greater Wichita community by supporting youth tennis and sports programs. Their organization helps fund many programs including the Wichita SACK/Discovery camps, Kids Play Day at the Wichita Tennis Open (WTO), Genesis/GFFT, WSU Kids Day, USD 259 QuickStart Tennis in Schools, and McAdams Community Tennis Program. In 2020, they also contributed $403,000 towards the renovation of the Ralph Wulz Riverside Tennis Center located in the heart of Wichita. MCB Kansas saved 10% of its fundraising since 1975 for this renovation and in 2021, a ribbon cutting celebration was held in conjunction with the City of Wichita. We would like to thank the many volunteers and countless others who have contributed to the success of MCB Kansas over their incredible 50-year journey!

Pictured left to right: Deanna Beard, Lesli Toubossi, Teresa Marshall-Patterson, Matthew Cody (MCB Dallas Tournament Operations Manager), Deb Schuckman, Lisa Sutherland, Allison Kuhn, Julie Ryan, Jody Vinson

Former "Little Mo" Champion Jamie Hunt named next Head Coach of UGA Men's Tennis Team!

Congratulations to former "Little Mo" champion Jamie Hunt on being named the next Head Coach of the University of Georgia Men's Tennis Team! Hunt is currently in his seventh season as the Associate Head Coach on Georgia's staff and he will begin serving in his new role at the conclusion of the 2023-24 season. Hunt will become the third Head Coach in the modern history of the program dating back to 1955, replacing the legendary Manuel Diaz who recently announced his retirement. Hunt played for Coach Diaz from 2007-2010 and he helped lead Georgia to two NCAA championships. He returned to his alma mater in 2017 to serve as the program's Associate Head Coach and Recruiting Coordinator.

"Being named the head coach of Georgia men's tennis is the privilege of a lifetime," Hunt said. "It is hard to put into words how much this university and tennis program have meant to me and my family. I would like to thank President Morehead and Athletics Director Josh Brooks for the opportunity to serve our incredible student-athletes as their head coach and lead this storied program into the future. I'd also like to thank Will Glenn for being such an important mentor to me and Ian Duvenhage for taking a chance on me as a young coach by giving me my coaching start in college tennis. And, of course, I owe the biggest thanks to Coach Diaz. To learn from and be mentored by the greatest college coach of all time has more than prepared me for this opportunity, and I am forever grateful for him and his leadership. To the best fans and lettermen in the country, I look forward to making you proud with how this team competes and represents this world-class university on and off the court." Click here for photo credits and to read the full article on the UGA website.

During his playing career, Hunt won the U.S. Open Junior Doubles Championships in 2006 before becoming an All-SEC and All-American performer at Georgia. His 116 Singles wins still rank 13th in school history for the four-time All-SEC selection, while his combined Singles and Doubles record of 238-80 ranks third in the Georgia record book. Off the court, he was the winner of the prestigious ITA Southeast Regional Arthur Ashe Award for Leadership and Sportsmanship. Hunt also competed in the Boys 11 division at the 1999 "Little Mo" Nationals. Keep up the great work!

Stay tuned for fun and exciting activities from the "Little Mo" Club! For more information on future giveaways and contests, please check out and follow the Instagram page: @littlemoclub! Also, be sure to fill out your player's profile so you can participate in all of the fun activities (only for active members with a full profile). Don't forget to add your picture too so your friends can recognize you!

If you have any questions about the "Little Mo" Club or how to activate your account, please send an email to: info@littlemoclub.com. Thanks so much!

Would you like to be a Sponsor of the "Little Mo" Tournaments?

We are actively looking for sponsors for the 2024 "Little Mo" tournaments. If you are interested or you know someone who works for a company that would be interested in being a sponsor of our "Road to the Little Mo Nationals" circuit and/or the three "Little Mo" Internationals (Colorado, New Jersey, Florida), please send an email to: carol@mcbtennis.org. We will be happy to send a customized PowerPoint sponsorship proposal, which would include branding opportunities such as placing banners at various sites across the country, advertising in the player program and booklet, having a logo on the tournament t-shirts, and promoting product(s) to our players, parents, and their families.

Do you have a Creative Idea for the "Little Mo" Tournaments?

We are always trying to improve the "Little Mo" tournaments, and create a fun and memorable experience for our players and their families. If you have a creative idea or suggestion for the "Little Mo" tournaments, please send an email to: carol@mcbtennis.org.

Would you like to help the Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation?

Thank you so much for your support of the Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation and the "Little Mo" tournaments! It is the mission of the Foundation to organize memorable tennis events for young players while also providing opportunities to develop their game, enjoy tennis, and learn good values such as character, sportsmanship, and kindness. The Foundation has promoted the development of junior tennis for over 55 years and continues to benefit countless numbers of girls and boys throughout the United States and worldwide. We greatly appreciate any donations so that we can continue to offer the "Little Mo" tournaments in honor of Maureen "Little Mo" Connolly Brinker.

If you are interested in making a donation, please click on the "Make A Donation" button above. All donations are tax-deductible as the Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization. We are also always looking for volunteers at the "Little Mo" tournaments so if you would like to earn community service hours or volunteer your time, please send an email to: carol@mcbtennis.org. We thank you for your kind consideration and wish you all the very best for a wonderful and memorable year!

If you were a "Little Mo" player and you have recently signed with a college tennis team or you are currently playing college tennis, please email: carol@mcbtennis.org to be featured in our next newsletter.

A Special Thank You To Our Sponsors:

The "Little Mo" tournaments are hosted by MCB in memory of its tennis champion namesake, Maureen "Little Mo" Connolly Brinker. Born in San Diego, Maureen became the first woman to achieve the Grand Slam of tennis in 1953 by winning all four major championships (Australian, French, Wimbledon, and US Open) in the same year. She was well-known for her powerful groundstrokes from the baseline, which earned her the famous nickname "Little Mo" - a comparison to the explosive firepower of the battleship USS Missouri, also known as "Big Mo". Only five players in the history of tennis have won the calendar Grand Slam, and Maureen is still the only American woman and the youngest at age 18 to have accomplished this magnificent feat. She won an amazing nine consecutive championship titles (three US, three Wimbledon, two French, one Australian) - undefeated in 50 matches.

Unfortunately, her spectacular career would be short-lived due to a horseback riding accident in 1954. While she could no longer compete at an elite level, Maureen's legacy as a legendary tennis star would continue through the Maureen Connolly Brinker Tennis Foundation (MCB). Founded in 1968 with her dear friend Nancy Jeffett, MCB's mission would be the promotion and support of junior tennis development worldwide. That same year, she was inducted into the prestigious International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island. Sadly, Maureen lost her valiant battle with cancer the following year and passed away at the young age of 34. Although her tennis career only spanned three years, many premier sportswriters consider Maureen Connolly to be the finest of all female players for her achievements on and off the court. In 2019, she was honored by the United States Postal Service with her very own "Little Mo" Commemorative Forever Stamp.

Today, MCB continues to support the growth of junior tennis by organizing numerous "Little Mo" tournaments throughout the United States annually for talented girls and boys (ages 8-16). These events are designed to provide outstanding competition at the regional, national, and international level while also encouraging players to develop new friendships, learn good sportsmanship, and most of all, have fun. The "Little Mo" tournaments are also unique in that young players have the opportunity to gauge their ability against others born in the same year from around the world (i.e., 8's play 8's, 9's play 9's). MCB strives to empower young athletes by giving travel grants, "Mo" Coins for prizes, and also Sportsmanship and Kindness awards to deserving individuals in honor of Maureen's legacy. The Foundation also contributes financially to many notable programs including the National Junior Tennis League for inner-city youth and Invest In A Child for deaf and wheelchair tennis.

Over the years, many well-known collegiate players and famous tennis professionals have participated in the "Little Mo" tournaments including Andy Roddick, Coco Gauff, Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul, Belinda Bencic, Madison Keys, Leylah Fernandez, Dominic Thiem, Emma Raducanu, Sebastian Korda, Christopher Eubanks, Jenson Brooksby, Brandon Nakashima, Vasek Pospisil, Borna Coric, Mackie McDonald, Denis Kudla, Ryan Harrison, Taylor Townsend, Donald Young, Steve Johnson, Sofia Kenin, CiCi Bellis, and Ana Konjuh among many others. Roddick won the "Little Mo" in 1992 (age 10) and he said, "the 'Little Mo' was my first big win!" Gauff won the "Little Mo" in 2012 (age 8) and she said, "the 'Little Mo' is where the belief began." This is all wonderful news for junior tennis and we are so proud that the "Little Mo" continues to be one of the most popular events for young players around the world.

MCB has promoted the development of junior tennis for over 55 years and continues to benefit countless numbers of young players worldwide. It is our mission to provide a special and meaningful experience at all of our events while also inspiring outstanding attributes at a young age such as fair play, good character, integrity, sportsmanship, kindness, giving back, and an "attitude of gratitude". Thank you so much for your support of the "Little Mo" tournaments and the legacy of Maureen Connolly Brinker. Thousands of players compete in the "Little Mo" tournaments annually and we hope to see even more youngsters play this wonderful "sport for a lifetime" this year. We would also very much appreciate your help in spreading the word about the "Little Mo" so we can continue to impact future generations of young players. The MCB Tennis Foundation is led by its directors: Cindy Brinker Simmons (President), Brenda Brinker Bottum (Vice President), and Elizabeth Jeffett (Vice President). Carol Weyman (Executive Vice President), Matthew Cody (Tournament Operations Manager), and Tiffany Hollebeck (Tournament Operations Coordinator) organize the "Little Mo" tournaments. For more information about the "Little Mo", please visit our MCB website at: www.mcbtennis.org and click on "Tournaments". Play "Mo" Tennis!

We hope you will find some time to enjoy the 1978 "Little Mo" movie (made for TV) about Maureen Connolly. The movie is about 2.5 hours long and features some major movie stars like Mark Harmon, Leslie Nielsen, and Glynnis O'Connor. It is a wonderful movie for the entire family and is very inspirational for young players who love the game of tennis. Thank you so much for sharing the "Little Mo" story with your child as it will help make their "Little Mo" experience more meaningful.

To watch the "Little Mo" movie, please click on the popcorn icon!