USTA No-Cut Coach Recognition Program

No Cut Team

If you are new to the USTA No-Cut Recognition Program or returning, welcome!

Click here to register or log-in to enter the No-Cut forums 

Visit the no-cut coach forums site often to communicate with fellow coaches from around the country, access coaching resources, and get answers to frequently asked questions. Share your success stories and you may help a fellow coach facing challenges. 

Attention Coaches:  The United States Tennis Association is pleased to have partnered with the Tennis Industry Association to provide this enhanced registry program.  All coaches who register or update their profiles after May 7, 2008 will receive their packages in early September.  Coaches previously registered with the USTA will need to update their registration information to the current season to continue recieving the USTA No-Cut benefits.

After you register your no-cut program, you will enjoy the following new features and benefits and will be sent a new USTA No-Cut Coach cap and a renewal subscription to RSI magazine:

 

  • Dedicated "post card" page for each no-cut team that allow coaches to post information about their school, events, camps, etc. and even upload team pictures
  • Interactive online forum for coaches to discuss successes and challenges with colleagues throughout the tennis industry
  • Updates and tips from the No-Cut Coaches Advisory Team members for assistance and ideas for managing large teams with limited courts
  • Direct access and links to USTA and TIA programs including Recreational Coaches Workshops, Quickstart Tennis, Cardio Tennis, Tennis Welcome Centers, and more

No-cut coaches play a critical role in our sport by allowing young players the opportunity to experience the lifetime sport of tennis as a member of a team representing their school. The USTA thanks you for the special commitment and effort you make to keep all interested players on your teams.

Head coaches registering for the first time will receive the following in behalf of their school tennis program:

·     Recognition letter to your principal and athletic director
·     Customized press release announcing the school’s involvement in the No-Cut Coach Initiative
·     USTA No-Cut Coach recognition certificate
·     One-year subscription to Racquet Sports Industry
·     No-Cut Tennis Team banner for your school
·     USTA No-Cut Coach cap for you
·     USTA Tennis on College Campus Guide
·     Top Ten Games and Drills CD

 Assistant coaches registering for the first time will receive the following:

·     USTA No-Cut Coach recognition certificate
·     USTA No-Cut Coach cap

·     Access to No-Cut Coach jackets, polo shirts, bags, and more from NetKnacks, Inc.

    

      We encourage you to take advantage of some upcoming tennis educational opportunities occurring late this summer and early fall.

The first event is the 38th Annual USTA Tennis Teachers Conference in New York City held at the beginning of the U.S. Open. Featured speakers include Patrick McEnroe, Tim Mayotte, and Rodney Harmon and participants will have access to U.S. Open tickets and hotel discounts at the Grand Hyatt. Registrations are filling up quickly. For more info, log onto www.usta.com/TTC.

 

     The winners of the 2008 National No-Cut Coach Starfish Award will be announced this summer and will receive their award at the Tennis Teachers Conference in New York.

The 2nd event is the USPTA World Convention in La Quinta, California, September 15-20th. For only $50, high school coaches can attend a special day of seminars on Friday, September 19th, which includes a High School Coaches Recognition Breakfast sponsored by the United States Tennis Association. Log onto www.uspta.com for full convention information.

We hope you are having a great off-season and will be able to take advantage of these fabulous education opportunities.