URI Club Tennis was founded in 2014 and was officially recognized as a club sport in 2015. We are a team that is rapidly growing both in size and competitiveness. We play World Team Tennis Format which is a one-set match with matches being composed of one singles and doubles match of each gender and one co-ed match. The games won from each of these matches are added together to receive the total team score. So what does it mean to be a member of URI Club Tennis? Joining URI Tennis means a commitment to the game and a team atmosphere. Practices run throughout the week with flexibility for being an everyday college student. Matches run throughout the year with other club teams from various New England area schools! Make new friends and grow your game all at the same time. We embody an E.A.T. to WIN mentality… Effort, Attitude, and Teamwork!”
General Information
| Approximate Dues Cost | $340 |
| Practice Times | 4 - 6 PM, Sunday-Friday (outdoors) 8:30 - 10 PM, Days TBA (indoors) |
| Practice Location | URI Tennis Courts (1 Keaney Rd, Kingston, RI) Tennis RI (636 Centreville Rd, Warwick, RI) |
| Contact Person | Jackson Ponte, President (pontejackson@uri.edu) |
| Regional League | Tennis On Campus - New England |
| National Governing Body | USTA (United States Tennis Association) |
| Approximate # of Competitions Per Year | 20 |
| Team Email Address and Website | uriclubtennis@gmail.com Team Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the primary point of contact for your team, and what is the most effective method for obtaining information?
- Ben Thomas
- Email: ben_thomas@uri.edu
Do you hold tryouts?
- Yes
When are tryouts?
- Tryouts are during the second week of September.
What gear is required for tryouts?
- Racket
How many athletes do you keep on your roster?
- We keep between 45-50 players.
How many athletes do you anticipate adding after tryouts?
- 45-50: Returning students are not guaranteed a spot on the team
How often does your team practice?
- We practice four or five times a week.
Where does your team practice/play/compete?
- URI tennis courts
How far does your team travel for competitions?
- We mainly travel within New England.
Who does your team compete against?
- We compete against teams within New England.
How do athletes get to games?
- We carpool using personal vehicles to attend most away games.
Does your team collect dues? If so, how much?
- Yes. Our annual dues are $300 per player.
Aside from practices and competitions, what other commitments are expected from members of the team?
- Outside of competitions, we host fundraising events and team-building activities.
Is your team co-ed?
- Yes
Is prior experience needed to join your team?
- No
How competitive is your team?
- Moderately