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JNTRP GUIDELINES
1.0 This is an absolutely beginning player
with little or no instruction. The player holds the racket incorrectly, is
inconsistent in making contact with the ball, even from a set position. The
player does best when placed near the net to volley tossed balls. The player
is unable to coordinate footwork when hitting the ball. There will be very
few players that fit this category. In most cases, only new beginner teams
will be considered for this level.
1.5 A 1.5 player is only slightly more
advanced than a 1.0 player. He/she is still unable to coordinate moving when
hitting the ball. In fact, the player is still concentrating on getting the
ball over the net from a set position. The junior is learning to serve and
keep score.
2.0 The player is now beginning to coordinate
footwork when hitting the ball but is not consistent in hitting the ball
over the net. The player can serve to some degree but double faults
frequently. Scoring is understood, as well as serving and receiving
rotation. There is some understanding of court positioning in singles and
doubles.
2.5 At 2.5 the player is able to judge where
the ball is going, but court coverage is still weak. A slow paced rally can
be sustained. The player double faults less than the 2.0 player. Volleys are
improving, as is court coverage.
3.0 Player is getting better at moving the
ball and can sustain a medium-paced rally. Seldom double faults, but the
serve lacks depth and speed. Court coverage is good, but the player does not
always have proper footwork. There is not good control on ground strokes.
3.5 A rally can be sustained, and the player
is beginning to develop control over placement and depth of ground strokes.
The serve is beginning to have more power, and the player seldom double
faults. There is more aggressive play, and the player is understanding
teamwork in doubles.
4.0 The player has more control, power and
depth of ground strokes, plus is using more variety in shot selection by
using lobs, overheads, volleys, and approach shots. Serve is now forcing
some errors. Court coverage is good, and there is evidence of good teamwork
in doubles.
4.5 The player is using more power and
exhibits sound footwork. There is depth on ground strokes, and the serve is
consistent, with good depth, placement and spin. The player frequently
forces errors from the opponent, and is aggressive in his/her style of play.
5.0 The player has one or more shots around
which a game can be structured. The player can regularly hit winners or
force errors off short balls. Volleys can be put away, as can over-heads.
The serve is an offensive weapon, and the second serve has good depth and
spin.
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