Events
Entry Level & Coloured Ball Tournament:
Entries are now open for our Junior Entry Level & Coloured Ball Tournament. This tournament will commence on Friday the 12th & finish on Sunday the 14th of June. Friday will be the Entry Level (modified) divisions & Saturday & Sunday will be our Coloured Ball (traditional) divisions. Entries are now open via the link below.
Tournament Details:
Entry-Level, Red & Orange:
- Friday 12th June, 4:00–7:30 PM
Coloured Ball, Orange & Green:
- Saturday 13th (afternoon session) – Sunday 14th (morning session) June. Players only need to attend their designated match times which will be available online.
Location:
- Tennis Palmerston – 16 Bonson Terrace, Moulden, NT 0830
Who Can Enter?
These tournaments are ideal for players in:
- Red Hotshots (invite only)
- Short Court Performance
- Orange Hotshots
- Orange Performance
- Social Teens
- Green Performance
Entry Fees:
- Red & Orange Entry Level $30.50
- Orange & Green Coloured Ball $45.50
Why These Events Matter:
Both events are designed to:
- Build player confidence
- Offer age- and stage-appropriate competition
- Help coaches assess players' readiness for future tournaments
This model has been refined over several years and has made Tennis Palmerston a leader in junior tournament participation across the NT.
Junior Entry Level:
Who it's for:
Players aged around 6–15 years who are new to tournament play.
This event offers a relaxed, supportive environment—a perfect first step into competitive tennis. Coaches will be on court throughout the event to:
- Help with nerves
- Guide players through the rules and scoring
- Ensure a positive, enjoyable first experience
We know how important this first tournament can be. It often shapes whether a child wants to continue competing in the future!
Entry-Level Red Court:
- Mini net courts
- Drop & hit
- 1 bounce for main draw & 2 bounces for back draw
- Timed rounds (15–20 min), 10 min rest between rounds
Entry-Level Orange Court:
- Blue lined 3/4 court
- 1st serves from baseline, 2nd serve can be drop & hit from service line
- 2 bounces allowed
- 20-minute timed rounds, 10 min rest between rounds
Junior Coloured Ball Tournament:
Who it's for:
Experienced Hotshot & Performance-level players ready for a more structured, competitive experience. Over recent events, this division has grown rapidly. We’ve transitioned from timed matches to full match play over two days. Our Coloured Ball event offers players a tournament-style structure that mirrors our Friday UTR Series, using similar rules and scoring.
Orange Ball:
- Blue-lined ¾ court
- 2 serves from the baseline
- 1 bounce
Green Ball:
- Full court
- 2 serves from the baseline
- 1 bounce
Questions?
For further questions, please reach out to Liam the Tournament Director for this tournament.
- Liam - 0447 433 995
Last updated 18/05/26
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