15 August 2014 | Tennis SA

Little Masters Medibank Junior Development Series – August 2014

Next up on the Medibank Junior Development Series (MJDS) calendar is the Little Masters MJDS.

This tournament will be held over two weekends on 23-24 and 30-31 August, and will be open to 7/u (red ball), 9/u (orange ball), 11/u (green ball), 13/u, 15/u and 17/u. Entries will close next Monday, 18 August at 11.59pm.

While the tournaments do not hold Australian Ranking points, they add a crucial step in the tournament pathway for children looking to be involved in tournament play. MJDS tournaments have a strong focus on participation, with multiple playing opportunities for each child and the use of modified equipment.

11/u players will use 75% compression Hot Shots Green Balls, whilst 9/u players will use the 50% compression Hot Shots Orange Balls and 7/u players will use 25% compression Hot Shots Red Balls.

Players are encouraged to contact the relevant Tournament Director or visit the Tennis Australia Tournaments website for online entry or the Tennis SA Tournaments page for manual entry.

2014 Medibank Good Sport Awards

Generation Better and The Medibank Junior Development Series isn’t about winning or losing. It’s about encouraging kids to get out there and have a go. Spectators are being encouraged to nominate children who show commitment and enthusiasm and display a positive attitude throughout the series for a 2014 Medibank Good Sport Award.

Each month between May 1 and November 30 this year, one winner per state will be selected. The winners will receive: a tennis racquet, balls, bag and towel. More information about the Good Sport Awards and an electronic copy of the nomination form are available at here.

For more information, please contact Breanna Hassam at Tennis SA on 7224 8109 or [email protected]