All For One,
One For All.
Captains' Corner
Captains are the heart and soul of USTA Phoenix Leagues, and their dedication is what makes every season a success. These passionate volunteers go above and beyond, tirelessly building teams that foster camaraderie, fun, and fierce competition. As a USTA Phoenix League Captain, you’ll have access to a wealth of resources designed to support you every step of the way, whether you're strategizing from home or cheering on your team courtside. Your leadership is key to keeping the spirit of tennis alive, and we’re here to ensure you have everything you need to make each season your best one yet!
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Current Spring Season | 2025 Tri-Level | 2025 Summer Rec Non-Advancing​
2026 Championship Year Early Start | Find Players | New Captains | Captain Resources
Smash the competition
Play Tennis, Live Longer.
Tri Level Tournament
Scottsdale Ranch Park
April 25-27, 2025 (Friday play late afternoon/evening)
Three courts of Doubles. Three options:
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En Fuego: 5.0 - 4.5 - 4.0
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Picante: 4.5 - 4.0 - 3.5
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Caliente: 4.0 - 3.5 - 3.0
Players may only participate on one team.​
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​Team Registration January 20 through noon April 5, 2025
Player Registration January 20 through noon April 25, 2025.
Cost: $37 per person​ (plus tennislink fee)
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Important Deadlines:
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Six Players on Roster or Drop Deadline: April 11, 2025.
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Bounce, hit...
2025 Summer Recreation
Non-Advancing
Team Registration opens April 1st; closes May 9th, 2025
​Player Registration opens April 1st; closes Aug 1st, 2025​
​SIX players or drop deadline is NOON May 12th, 2025​
Format is 3 courts of doubles only
Matches begin as early as June 2nd
Start times vary according to facility needs. We encourage 7:30pm or later for evening matches and 7am - 8am for morning matches.
Phoenix's summer heat is intense and can be extreme. Players sign up with this knowledge. Matches won't be rescheduled due to heat. Players use their best judgement in allowing extra time for continuous play if needed. Safety first!
Leagues for all
2026 Champ Yr Fall Early Start Season
Team Registration opens June 20th, 2025, closes July 25th
Player Registration opens June 20th, 2025, closes Sept 5th
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​Important Dates:
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18 & Over, 40 & Over (Men/Women/Mixed) six player or drop deadline is July 28th. Matches begin not before Aug 25th.
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55 & Over, 65 & Over, 70 & Over (Men/Women) six player or drop deadline is noon Sept 8th. Matches begin not before Sept 27th.
Deadlines may be extended at league coordinator's discretion​
Find Players
Need a player? Find a player! Request access to our Free Agent Player database and fill out your roster with eager tennis players. Make sure to filter and sort columns in the spreadsheet to players that fit your criteria.
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Access to this list is for Captains and Co-Captains Only. If you are forming a team and need more players, contact Jordan Witter (jwitter@southwest.usta.com) for the password.
Got teammates?
New Captains
Be a League Team Captain!
Do you love tennis and want to lead a team? If you can:
- Communicate via email
- Use online resources
- Invite friends (and their friends!) to play
- Organize and update your team roster
- Read league emails
- Join our annual virtual captains’ meeting
- Create match line-ups
- Follow league rules
- Make friends and have fun
Then you’re ready to captain a USTA Phoenix League team! A great attitude and love for fun make it even better. Our Phoenix tennis community is welcoming, supportive, and always up for a good time!
Strength in Numbers
Team Management
TennisLink is now offering a Team Management Tool that is FREE and loaded with simple, built-in features making it easier than ever to run and be involved in a USTA League!
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New Team Management Tool Features:
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New, free tool within TennisLink to manage your team
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Capture player availability
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Create and send lineups via email/text
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See confirmations from your players
Victory in Preparation
Captain Resources
Thank you for stepping up as a Captain! USTA League Captains form the backbone of our organization, and you're part of the largest group of volunteers within the USTA.
We understand the importance of your role, and that’s why we’ve collected these resources. It's designed to support you every step of the way, offering tips, tools, and insights to help make your job easier and set you and your team up for success. We’re here to help you thrive!
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