Berkshire 8U Youth Matchplay  - Entry Deadline: 11th June 

This is an LTA Youth Matchplay event and will be held at Wargrave LTC from 16.00 - 18.00.  To enter - click the link here: https://competitions.lta.org.uk/.../236F4BA9-2026-45AF...

                                          
LTA Matchplay events are a great first experience of individual competitive tennis or the perfect way of getting some extra match practice in.  A relaxed environment ideal to help kids develop both their tennis and social skills, we encourage players of all levels to enter!!

Information on what happens at a Youth Matchplay can be found here: https://www.lta.org.uk/compete/junior/lta-youth-compete/matchplay/

Red – 8 Years and Under

Red ball is a great way for players to start out in tennis and is for players aged 8 and under. It is played on smaller courts with shorter rackets and softer balls. It’s just like the real game and gives players opportunities to have long rallies and play different types of shots.

What age is red ball mini tennis aimed at?
Red ball mini tennis is for players aged 8 and under.

What ball is used?
A red sponge ball is used indoors and a red felt ball is used outdoors.

What size court is red ball played on?
A court with dimensions of 11m x 5.5m. It’s fine to use badminton court lines.

What height is the net?
The net is lower than yellow ball tennis at a height of 80cm (31″).