JR. TENNIS TIMES

Parent Playbook

Practical advice for navigating the world of competitive junior tennis.

How to Pick Tournaments Strategically
Tournament Strategy

How to Pick Tournaments Strategically

A smarter approach to tournament selection that maximizes matches, minimizes burnout, and actually builds toward your player's goals.

What I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before My Kid's First USTA Tournament
Getting Started

What I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before My Kid's First USTA Tournament

From signing up for a first tournament to sitting quietly through match point — what every parent should know before their child competes for the first time.

Your Kid Lost in the First Round — Here's What to Do (and Not Do) in the Car Ride Home
Mental Game

Your Kid Lost in the First Round — Here's What to Do (and Not Do) in the Car Ride Home

The car ride home after a tough loss is one of the most important moments in your child's tennis journey. Here's how to handle it.

The Real Cost of Junior Tennis Tournaments — What Nobody Tells You Before You Start
Budget & Planning

The Real Cost of Junior Tennis Tournaments — What Nobody Tells You Before You Start

Entry fees are just the beginning. Here's a realistic breakdown of what competitive junior tennis actually costs — and how to manage it.

Should Your Kid Play Up an Age Division? A Realistic Framework
Player Development

Should Your Kid Play Up an Age Division? A Realistic Framework

Playing up can accelerate development — or crush confidence. Here's how to decide if it's the right move for your child.