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Junior Circuit in HOUSTON, TX, about 992 miles from you, entries close Thu, Sep 24, 4:59pm CDT. What do you want to know?
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Draws
One set to 6 · Hard courts · Orange ball
| Division | Entered | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| Coed Singles 10 & under - Orange | 5 | 16 |
Counts are live from USTA as of the last hour. Selection: Manual.
From the tournament desk
USTA Orange Ball Sanctioned Tournament For Players 10 and Under
• Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
• Start Time: 8:00 AM
• Courts Open: 7:15 AM (for warm-up)
• Check-in time 7:45 AM
• Location: Frank Black Middle School
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• Format: Timed matches (Orange Ball)
• Scoring will be no-ad
• Players are guaranteed two matches
• Entry Fee: $18
• Sanctioned By: USTA – Official USTA guidelines apply
Notes:
• Open to all players aged 10 and under
• Proper tennis attire required
• Bring your own water and snacks
• Registration and payment are required in advance
Additional Notes: The USTA Orange Ball is a low-compression Stage 2 tennis ball designed for players aged 10 and under. It features an orange/yellow color, a standard size, and a lighter weight. The ball bounces approximately 50% slower than a regular yellow ball, providing better control and longer rallies on 60-foot courts with racquets up to 25 inches long. These USTA- and ITF-approved balls follow official guidelines for the September 27, 2026, tournament.
Entry Fee: $18
Tournament Director: Karen Hackett
Questions: Email: karenhhackett@gmail.com
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Timeline
| Entries opened | — |
| Entries close | Thu, Sep 24, 4:59pm CDT |
| Selections | After entries close |
| Draws posted | Usually the week of |
| Play | Sun Sep 27, 2026 |
Questions parents ask
Will my junior get in?
No draw is full yet. Selection is by ranking list, so a junior with no ranking can still get in when a draw is not full, and goes on the alternate list when it is.
What is a Junior Circuit?
USTA junior tournaments run from Level 7 (local, open to anyone) up to Level 1 (national). Lower number, stronger field, more points.
When do we know?
Selections post after entries close (Thu, Sep 24, 4:59pm CDT). Draws usually post the week of the tournament. Text Coach Ace and we will tell you the moment either one lands.
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Text Coach Ace at (213) 410-2440 with your junior's name and division. Ace keeps the file: deadline, selections, draws, and what to do the night before.
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