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Master the Tennis Volley: Techniques, Drills, and Winning Strategies
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Master the Tennis Volley: Techniques, Drills, and Winning Strategies

There is nothing quite as satisfying on a tennis court as closing into the net and putting away a crisp, decisive tennis volley. While the modern game of tennis is...

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Master the Tennis Volley: Techniques, Drills, and Winning Strategies

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There is nothing quite as satisfying on a tennis court as closing into the net and putting away a crisp, decisive tennis volley. While the modern game of tennis is...

Shelton and Jovic among former PTT players competing at 2026 US Open
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2026 US Open features 65 current, former UTR Pro Tennis players

All told this year, current and former UTR Pro Tennis players have made 250 appearances in Grand Slam draws, showcasing the prominence and popularity of the UTR Pro Tennis Tour...

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2026 US Open features 65 current, former UTR Pro Tennis players

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All told this year, current and former UTR Pro Tennis players have made 250 appearances in Grand Slam draws, showcasing the prominence and popularity of the UTR Pro Tennis Tour...

HotelPlanner UTR Sports Shootout Series Summer Finale with 13 hosts across the country
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HotelPlanner UTR Shootout Series Summer Finale to feature 13 events, up to $10,000 prize pool at every event

As summer winds down throughout the U.S. this month, the HotelPlanner UTR Shootout Series is accelerating with more than a dozen open, prize-money events all in one weekend. From August...

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HotelPlanner UTR Shootout Series Summer Finale to feature 13 events, up to $10,000 prize pool at every event

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As summer winds down throughout the U.S. this month, the HotelPlanner UTR Shootout Series is accelerating with more than a dozen open, prize-money events all in one weekend. From August...

Tennisfest returns with four incredible events coming again to Rome
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UTR Sports Tennisfest Returns This Fall With New Division I Invitational and More Opportunities to Compete

Four events over four days connect junior and collegiate players with coaches and crown national champions across the country

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Jonathon Braden

UTR Sports Tennisfest Returns This Fall With New Division I Invitational and More Opportunities to Compete

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Four events over four days connect junior and collegiate players with coaches and crown national champions across the country

How Junior Circuits Transformed Pacific Northwest Junior Tennis
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How Junior Circuits Transformed Pacific Northwest Junior Tennis

Every movement starts somewhere. In the world of youth sports, growth rarely happens because every facility launches a massive program overnight. Instead, growth typically starts with individual clubs making a...

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How Junior Circuits Transformed Pacific Northwest Junior Tennis

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Every movement starts somewhere. In the world of youth sports, growth rarely happens because every facility launches a massive program overnight. Instead, growth typically starts with individual clubs making a...

Case Study: How Spare Time-Broadstone is Innovating & Elevating the High School Player Experience
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Case Study: How Spare Time-Broadstone is Innovating & Elevating the High School Player Experience

Operating a premier sports facility demands a seamless experience for players, from registration to the final match point. As participation in racquet sports surges, Spare Time Sports Clubs is leading...

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Case Study: How Spare Time-Broadstone is Innovating & Elevating the High School Player Experience

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Operating a premier sports facility demands a seamless experience for players, from registration to the final match point. As participation in racquet sports surges, Spare Time Sports Clubs is leading...

Learner Tien of U.S. is among 55 UTR PTT players competing at 2026 Wimbledon Championships
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Learner Tien, Maya Joint among 55 UTR PTT players competing at 2026 Wimbledon

Maya Joint faces Serena Williams as the seven-time Wimbledon women's singles champion makes her return to SW19

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Learner Tien, Maya Joint among 55 UTR PTT players competing at 2026 Wimbledon

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Maya Joint faces Serena Williams as the seven-time Wimbledon women's singles champion makes her return to SW19

Master the Pickleball Dink: Technique, Strategy & Drills | UTR Sports
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Master the Pickleball Dink: Technique, Strategy & Drills | UTR Sports

The Ultimate Guide to the Pickleball Dink: Technique, Strategy, and Drills Pickleball has taken the world by storm, and if you have spent any time on the courts, you have...

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Master the Pickleball Dink: Technique, Strategy & Drills | UTR Sports

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The Ultimate Guide to the Pickleball Dink: Technique, Strategy, and Drills Pickleball has taken the world by storm, and if you have spent any time on the courts, you have...

The Ultimate Guide to Tennis Strings: Types, Tension & Tips
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The Ultimate Guide to Tennis Strings: Types, Tension & Tips

  The Ultimate Guide to Tennis Strings: Everything You Need to Know to Upgrade Your Game When tennis players look to upgrade their game, the first place they usually look...

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The Ultimate Guide to Tennis Strings: Types, Tension & Tips

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  The Ultimate Guide to Tennis Strings: Everything You Need to Know to Upgrade Your Game When tennis players look to upgrade their game, the first place they usually look...

How to Build a Thriving Tennis Community and Fuel Club Growth
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How to Build a Thriving Tennis Community and Fuel Club Growth

How to Build a Thriving Tennis Community and Accelerate Club Growth Tennis clubs have evolved significantly over the last decade. In the past, providing a well-maintained court and a functioning...

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How to Build a Thriving Tennis Community and Fuel Club Growth

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How to Build a Thriving Tennis Community and Accelerate Club Growth Tennis clubs have evolved significantly over the last decade. In the past, providing a well-maintained court and a functioning...

Frequently Asked Questions About UTR Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions About UTR Rating

Answers to the most frequently asked questions about the UTR Rating.

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Frequently Asked Questions About UTR Rating

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Answers to the most frequently asked questions about the UTR Rating.

How to Hold a Pickleball Paddle: The Ultimate Guide to Grips
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How to Hold a Pickleball Paddle: The Ultimate Guide to Grips

How to Hold a Pickleball Paddle: The Ultimate Guide to GripsWhen you first step onto the court, the excitement of the game can easily make you overlook the most fundamental...

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How to Hold a Pickleball Paddle: The Ultimate Guide to Grips

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How to Hold a Pickleball Paddle: The Ultimate Guide to GripsWhen you first step onto the court, the excitement of the game can easily make you overlook the most fundamental...

The Ultimate Guide to Tiebreak Tennis Rules & Scoring
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The Ultimate Guide to Tiebreak Tennis Rules & Scoring

The Ultimate Guide to Tiebreak Tennis Rules: Scoring, Strategy, and More Few moments in a tennis match are as nerve-wracking and exhilarating as a tiebreak. You have battled your opponent...

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The Ultimate Guide to Tiebreak Tennis Rules & Scoring

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The Ultimate Guide to Tiebreak Tennis Rules: Scoring, Strategy, and More Few moments in a tennis match are as nerve-wracking and exhilarating as a tiebreak. You have battled your opponent...

What Is a Walkover in Tennis? Rules, Examples & Ratings Guide
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What Is a Walkover in Tennis? Rules, Examples & Ratings Guide

What Is a Walkover in Tennis? Rules, Examples, and How It Affects Your Rating You have checked the tournament draw, packed your gear, and eagerly arrived at the venue to...

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What Is a Walkover in Tennis? Rules, Examples & Ratings Guide

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What Is a Walkover in Tennis? Rules, Examples, and How It Affects Your Rating You have checked the tournament draw, packed your gear, and eagerly arrived at the venue to...

Tennis Grip Sizes Explained: How to Measure & Choose Your Fit
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Tennis Grip Sizes Explained: How to Measure & Choose Your Fit

Tennis Grip Sizes Explained: How to Measure and Choose the Right Fit Picking out a new tennis racquet is an exciting milestone for any player. You focus on the weight,...

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Tennis Grip Sizes Explained: How to Measure & Choose Your Fit

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Tennis Grip Sizes Explained: How to Measure and Choose the Right Fit Picking out a new tennis racquet is an exciting milestone for any player. You focus on the weight,...

What Is a Tennis Dampener? (And Do You Really Need One?)
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What Is a Tennis Dampener? (And Do You Really Need One?)

The Ultimate Guide to the Tennis Dampener: Do You Really Need One? Have you ever looked closely at the bottom of a tennis racquet and noticed a small piece of...

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What Is a Tennis Dampener? (And Do You Really Need One?)

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The Ultimate Guide to the Tennis Dampener: Do You Really Need One? Have you ever looked closely at the bottom of a tennis racquet and noticed a small piece of...

Master the Third Shot Drop in Pickleball: Technique & Drills
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Master the Third Shot Drop in Pickleball: Technique & Drills

The Ultimate Guide to Mastering the Third Shot Drop in Pickleball If you have spent any time around the courts, you have likely heard players talking about the third shot...

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Master the Third Shot Drop in Pickleball: Technique & Drills

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The Ultimate Guide to Mastering the Third Shot Drop in Pickleball If you have spent any time around the courts, you have likely heard players talking about the third shot...

Continental Grip Tennis: Master the Most Versatile Hold
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Continental Grip Tennis: Master the Most Versatile Hold

Continental Grip Tennis: The Ultimate Guide to the Most Versatile Racket Hold If you want to unlock the full potential of your game, mastering the continental grip tennis technique is...

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Continental Grip Tennis: Master the Most Versatile Hold

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Continental Grip Tennis: The Ultimate Guide to the Most Versatile Racket Hold If you want to unlock the full potential of your game, mastering the continental grip tennis technique is...

What Is a Break Point in Tennis? Rules, Strategy & Why It Matters
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What Is a Break Point in Tennis? Rules, Strategy & Why It Matters

What Is a Break Point in Tennis? Understanding the Game's Most Crucial Moment There is a unique silence that falls over a tennis stadium when the score flashes 30-40. The...

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What Is a Break Point in Tennis? Rules, Strategy & Why It Matters

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What Is a Break Point in Tennis? Understanding the Game's Most Crucial Moment There is a unique silence that falls over a tennis stadium when the score flashes 30-40. The...

Use rating and activity stats from UTR Sports to improve your game
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How to Use Rating & Activity Stats to Improve Your Game

Upgrade to a Power Subscription today to unlock your complete stats, track your consistency, and gain the insight you need to take your game to the next level!

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How to Use Rating & Activity Stats to Improve Your Game

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Upgrade to a Power Subscription today to unlock your complete stats, track your consistency, and gain the insight you need to take your game to the next level!

Mark Leschly shares a note with Power Subscribers and all UTR Sports members
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A New Chapter for UTR Sports - Power Becomes 3-in-1 Membership

Mark Leschly, Chairman and CEO of UTR Sports, shares an exciting update about the UTR Sports Power Subscription

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A New Chapter for UTR Sports - Power Becomes 3-in-1 Membership

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Mark Leschly, Chairman and CEO of UTR Sports, shares an exciting update about the UTR Sports Power Subscription

Virginia Tech men's tennis team wins the UTR Sports 2026 NIT Championship men's title
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Virginia Tech, Arkansas State win 2026 UTR Sports NIT Championship titles

UTR Sports, the leader in college tennis and creator of the gold-standard UTR Rating, is excited to be hosting the 2026 UTR Sports NIT Championship

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Virginia Tech, Arkansas State win 2026 UTR Sports NIT Championship titles

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UTR Sports, the leader in college tennis and creator of the gold-standard UTR Rating, is excited to be hosting the 2026 UTR Sports NIT Championship

Ferrer Tennis Academy La Nucía to host UTR Pro Tennis Tour event in Spain
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Ferrer Tennis Academy La Nucía to host UTR Pro Tennis Tour event in Spain

Former World No. 3 and Roland Garros finalist backs innovative pro pathway with guaranteed matches and prize money

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Ferrer Tennis Academy La Nucía to host UTR Pro Tennis Tour event in Spain

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Former World No. 3 and Roland Garros finalist backs innovative pro pathway with guaranteed matches and prize money

UTR Sports NIT Championship field 2026
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UTR Sports announces field for 2026 UTR Sports NIT Championship

Top college tennis teams from across the U.S. will battle for a national title

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UTR Sports announces field for 2026 UTR Sports NIT Championship

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Top college tennis teams from across the U.S. will battle for a national title

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