
- The annual competitive plan should strive for a 3:1 win-loss ratio. Evaluation of this plan should include reviewing the athlete’s win-loss ratio.
- Decisions and choices of competition must include age appropriate number of matches, favour long term athlete development not short term wins and participation in one practice match per week.
INVITATIONAL B:
- Developing and understanding the love of competing.
- Projecting a calm and positive attitude.
- Learning to effectively manage mistakes in a positive manner.
INVITATIONAL A:
- Maintaining enthusiasm and enjoyment in competition despite the ups and downs.
- Development of an identity as a “tennis player’, intrinsically motivated to compete.
- Becoming resourceful in competitive situations.
- Developing a “going for it” mentality“ – hitting the right shot under pressure,” regardless of the score or situation.
- Acquiring the skills to control the pace of the match via both an understanding of match momentum and the use of routines and rituals.
- Developing and understanding of the critical factors that affect the ideal performance state.
- Developing the ability to reduce arousal levels through breathing and relaxation techniques while recognizing that emotions can be used positively.
- Displaying positive self-talk, belief thinking and body language.
- Respect players, other coaches and officials.
GUIDELINES
Invitational B
Girls 8 years old
PLAYING | ||
Number of | Number of matches per year | |
Number of tournament matches per year | Types of competition | |
7-12 | 21-36 | 1/2 court tournaments – club |
PRACTICING | ||||
Physical training by | Tennis training | Other matches | Total number | Rest and regeneration |
|
| 30-40 | 10-15 | 8 weeks |
Girls 9 years old
PLAYING | |||
Number of | Number of matches per year | ||
Singles | Doubles | Types of competition | |
8-10 | 24-30 | 16-20 | Full court transition ball U10 – club/UTR/HKTAl |
PRACTICING | ||||
Physical training by | Tennis training | Other matches | Total number | Rest and regeneration |
4.5-5 hours which includes 3 hours of other sports | 6-8 hrs/w including 2-3 hours of private lessons | 30-40 | 10-15 | 8 weeks |
Girls 10 years old
PLAYING | |||
Number of | Number of matches per year | ||
Singles | Doubles | Types of competition | |
10-15 | 30-45 | 20-30 | U10 HKTA/UTR. |
PRACTICING | ||||
Physical training by | Tennis training | Other matches | Total number | Rest and regeneration |
5-6 hours which includes 3 hours of other sports | 8-10 hrs/w including 2-4 hours of private lessons | 30-40 | 12-17 | 8 weeks |
Girls 11 years old
PLAYING | |||
Number of | Number of matches per year | ||
Singles | Doubles | Types of competition | |
10-15 | 30-45 | 20-30 | U12 UTR/HKTA/ national events. |
PRACTICING | ||||
Physical training by | Tennis training | Other matches | Total number | Rest and regeneration |
5.5-7 hours which includes 3 hours of other sports | 10-12 hrs/w including 2-4 hours of private lessons | 30-40 | 15-18 | 6-8 weeks |
Boys 9 years old
PLAYING | ||
Number of | Number of matches per year | |
Number of tournament matches per year | Types of competition | |
7-12 | 21-36 | U10 UTR/HKTA (full court transition ball) |
PRACTICING | ||||
Physical training by | Tennis training | Other matches | Total number | Rest and regeneration |
4.5-5 hours which includes 3 hours of other sports | 6-8 hrs/w including 2-3 hours of private lessons | 30-40 | 10-15 | 8 weeks |
Boys 10 years old
PLAYING | |||
Number of | Number of matches per year | ||
Singles | Doubles | Types of competition | |
10-15 | 30-45 | 20-30 | U12 HKTA/UTR events. |
PRACTICING | ||||
Physical training by | Tennis training | Other matches | Total number | Rest and regeneration |
5-6 hours which includes 3 hours of other sports | 8-10 hrs/w including 2-4 hours of private lessons | 30-40 | 14-16 | 8 weeks |
Boys 11-12 years old
PLAYING | |||
Number of | Number of matches per year | ||
Singles | Doubles | Types of competition | |
15 | 45-60 | 30 | U12 and U14 HKTA/UTR events. |
PRACTICING | ||||
Physical training by | Tennis training | Other matches | Total number | Rest and regeneration |
5.5-7 hours which includes 3 hours of other sports. | 10-12 hrs/w including 2-4 hours of private lessons. | 48 | 16-18 | 6-8 weeks |
Invitational A
Girls 12(14) years old
PLAYING | |||
Number of | Number of matches per year | ||
Singles | Doubles | Types of competition | |
15-20 | 45-60 | 30 | HKTA/UTR |
PRACTICING | ||||
Physical training by | Tennis training | Other matches | Total number | Rest and regeneration |
4-5 | 12-14 | 48 | 16-18 | 4-6 |
Girls 13-14(16) years old
PLAYING | |||
Number of | Number of matches per year | ||
Singles | Doubles | Types of competition | |
15-20 | 45-60 | 30 | HKTA/UTRl |
PRACTICING | ||||
Physical training by | Tennis training | Other matches | Total number | Rest and regeneration |
5-8 | 12-14 | 48 | 18-24 | 4-6 |
Boys 13-15(18) years old
PLAYING | |||
Number of | Number of matches per year | ||
Singles | Doubles | Types of competition | |
15 | 45-60 | 30 | U14, U16 HKTA/UTR events |
PRACTICING | ||||
Physical training by | Tennis training | Other matches | Total number | Rest and regeneration |
5-8 | 12-14 | 48 | 20 | 4-6 |