Miami, Fla., February, 18, 2026 – UTR Sports, the global leader in college tennis and creator of the gold-standard UTR Rating, today announced the release of the 2026 UTR Sports College Team Rankings. The data-driven system delivers a definitive, objective ranking of the top-ranked college teams across Division I, Division II, Division III, *NJCAA (*coming soon) and NAIA.
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Following a successful debut in 2025, UTR Sports is excited to further innovate and elevate college tennis with the 2026 rankings. For more than a decade, UTR Sports has served as the trusted leader in the sport, helping student-athletes achieve their dreams by connecting and growing college tennis with an accurate global rating, innovative events, and a global community centered around level-based play.
By further lifting the sport through ground-breaking events and technology, UTR Sports remains the undisputed college tennis leader equipped with the most proven rating, leading tournament technology, and superior advanced analytics.
“The UTR Sports College Team Rankings will drive the conversation about who’s the team to beat throughout college tennis,” said Chase Hodges, UTR Sports Senior Vice President and 23-time National Coach of the Year. “By building on our proven track record of innovation, UTR Sports continues to lead college tennis and cement our status as sport’s rankings and technology leader.”
The rankings factor in three data points: a team’s Power 6, which is based on the UTR Ratings of the team’s top six players; win-loss record; and strength of schedule. The rankings will serve as the official seeding criteria for two premier college tennis events: the UTR Sports College Championships at the BNP Paribas Open (March 13-15 in Indian Wells, Calif.) and the third annual UTR Sports NIT Championships (May 5-8 in Rome, Ga.).
“The UTR Sports College Team Rankings bring tremendous value to our sport, and we are excited and honored to be No. 1!” said Jordan Szabo, Auburn University women’s tennis head coach. “UTR is the gold standard for college coaches. Our staff and players use it daily to evaluate players, scout opponents, and see the development of our players. To be recognized by this global brand is as prestigious as it comes.”
On the men’s side of the Division I rankings, Ohio State University sits at the top spot. “Being ranked No. 1 by UTR is a great achievement for our team. There is a lot of work still to be done to achieve our biggest goal in May. We use UTR in planning for our next match to give us the best chance to succeed and in all of our recruiting efforts,” said Ty Tucker, Ohio State men’s tennis head coach.
View 2026 UTR Sports College Team Rankings
Fans, coaches, and players can view the rankings at www.utrsports.com/college-rankings, where they can easily sort by ranking and filter by gender and division. Rankings will be updated weekly on Wednesdays through May. All are also encouraged to explore the UTR Sports College Corner, the one-stop shop for coaches and fans to view individual college player rankings and class rankings for rising junior players.
UTR Sports leads the way in supporting collegiate tennis with tens of millions of dollars invested in new technology, data science, analytics, and events, including camps, circuits, clinics, and the UTR Pro Tennis Tour (UTR PTT). These investments fuel the growth and financial sustainability of college tennis programs at a time when they need it most.
The UTR PTT, the go-to tour for rising tennis professionals worldwide, has significantly expanded its college tennis presence through strategic partnerships with top-notch institutions across the U.S. In 2026 alone, UTR PTT events will take place on more than 30 college campuses. These convenient events provide college programs additional financial support while offering student-athletes guaranteed matches, substantial prize money opportunities, and significant savings on travel expenses.
About UTR Sports
The mission of UTR Sports is to connect and grow the sports of tennis and pickleball with accurate global ratings, innovative software and events, and a global community centered around level-based play. The UTR Sports Platform is anchored by our renowned ratings technology. UTR Sports provides the technology and solutions relevant and valuable to players, from recreational to professional, coaches, and organizers. UTR Sports is creating opportunities and pathways, including the UTR Pro Tennis Tour, for players from all over the world, in all stages of life, to find better matches and unlock a more fun, affordable, and flexible experience. To learn more, visit www.utrsports.net.