How many times can you appeal your USTA rating?
You may only appeal your rating one time so be sure you want to appeal it before proceeding. Only individual players should appeal their rating. Please do not appeal the rating for another player. The computer will then tell the player if the appeal is Approved or Denied.
What is a USTA A rating?
A rating is a number assigned to a player that reflects their level of playing ability. A ranking reflects the relative position of strength based on other players on the rankings list and is only achieved through tournament play.
How long does a USTA rating last?
three years
A player’s year-end rating, published each December, is used to determine which USTA League(s) they are eligible to participate in following year. Year-end ratings are valid for up to three years for players 59 or under or two years for players 60 and over or until another rating is generated.
How do you get bumped up in USTA?
A: You don’t have to play up to get bumped up, players get bumped up all the time playing just at level. But you generally do give yourself more opportunity to improve your rating by playing up as your opponents should be rated higher.
How long do USTA appeals take?
about 2-3 weeks
The self-rate appeals committee will review your appeal and reach a decision in about 2-3 weeks. If you are denied, you can appeal the decision a year from the committee’s decision.
Does Tri Level count in USTA ratings?
Does every match I play count towards my rating? It varies a little by section, but every section is going to include those USTA leagues that can advance to Nationals (18 & over, 40 & over and 55 & over). Combo leagues, Tri-Level and recreational leagues do not go toward your ratings.
Is a 4.5 tennis player good?
4.5 Tennis Rating
A tennis rating of 4.5 indicates the person is starting to understand and execute the power and spin shots while maintaining pace of the game.
How good is a 3.5 tennis player?
3.5 This player has achieved improved stroke dependability and direction on moderate pace shots, but still lacks depth and variety. This player exhibits more aggressive net play, has improved court coverage and is developing teamwork in doubles.
How good is a 4.0 tennis player?
Level 4.0. You have dependable strokes, including directional control and depth on both forehand and backhand sides on moderate-paced shots. You can use lobs, overheads, approach shots and volleys with some success and occasionally force errors when serving.
What does a 3.5 tennis rating mean?
Is USTA 3.5 good?
How do USTA levels work?
For adult players the rating scale is shown in . 5 increments, starting with 2.0, which is the lowest, and progressing to 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, etc., until you reach 7.0, which is the highest rating. Junior ratings are updated every two weeks, whereas adult ratings are updated and published once a year (in December).
What does 3.5 a mean USTA?
Translating an NTRP Rating Into an International Tennis Number
| USTA NTRP | ITN | Germany |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 | 9 | 28-32 |
| 3.0 | 8 | 24-27 |
| 3.5 | 7 | 20-23 |
| 4.0 | 6 | 16-19 |
Is a 5.0 tennis player good?
A person with a 5.0 tennis rating has learned good shot anticipation and can consistently hit different strokes with depth and control. At this level the person can also hit winners and force errors by the opponent.
What is a 7.0 tennis player?
The 7.0 is a world-class player who is committed to tournament competition on the international level and whose major source of income is tournament prize winnings. Players in Wheelchairs: Players in wheelchairs should use these general characteristics to determine their NTRP skill level.
What does a 4.0 tennis player look like?
Level 4.0. You have dependable strokes, including directional control and depth on both forehand and backhand sides on moderate-paced shots. You can use lobs, overheads, approach shots and volleys with some success and occasionally force errors when serving. Rallies may be lost due to impatience.
How good is a 4.5 tennis player?
A tennis rating of 4.5 indicates the person is starting to understand and execute the power and spin shots while maintaining pace of the game.
How good is a 2.5 tennis player?
2.5: This player is learning to judge where the ball is going although court coverage is weak. Can sustain a short rally of slow pace with other players of the same ability.
How good is a 6.0 tennis player?
A person with a 6.0 tennis rating has had intense training and usually has additional ranking outside the traditional tennis rankings. Most players with a tennis rating of 6.0 or above have sectional or national ratings.
How good is a 3.0 tennis player?
3.0 This player is consistent when hitting medium pace shots, but is not comfortable with all strokes and lacks control when trying for directional intent, depth, or power. 3.5 This player has achieved improved stroke dependability and direction on moderate pace shots, but still lacks depth and variety.