Rocketstars Grand Slam Pathway

Eligibility Criteria

(Rocketstars Tennis Elite Performance Program)

To be considered for the GrandSlam Stage, players must meet the following criteria:

1. Age & UTR Level

• Minimum age: 14 years old (exceptions made for younger players with exceptional performance) 
• UTR benchmark: 8.0+
  (Note: UTR is a reference point; final placement based on performance and coach assessment)
   

2. Performance History

• Proven competitive experience in regional, state, or national tournaments 
• Participation in ITF Junior Circuit, Australian Junior Tour, or similar sanctioned competitions 
• Match record demonstrating resilience, tactical discipline, and growth over time
   

3. Skill Readiness

• Consistent serve accuracy with variation and pace control
• Ability to construct and execute point patterns under match pressure
• Court awareness and adaptability against different playing styles
• Physical fitness appropriate for high-performance demands
   

4. Mental & Emotional Maturity

• Demonstrates ownership of their training and improvement 
• Resilient mindset during tough matches and training setbacks 
• Displays leadership, coachability, and accountability on and off the court
   

5. Training Commitment

• Able to commit to minimum 4–6 sessions per week, including squad, private, and tournament matches 
• willingness to undergo periodized conditioning and recovery cycles 
• Participation in coach-planned tournament calendars and performance tracking
   

6. Application Submission

• Complete the GrandSlam Application Form 
• Submit latest tournament match results and UTR profile 
• Provide a personal statement outlining goals (e.g., college tennis, professional circuit) 
• Attend a coach assessment session (may include video review + live training)