Tennis Team
Registration is OPEN!
Welcome to the Beachwood Tennis Team info page! Our team is a competitive group that practices three times a week on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The A-Team participates in matches every Friday and the B-Team on Thursday. The balance of the team members work towards consistent match-play during practice and during our all-team match play Thursday mornings.
Requirements to join the team:
- Some lesson experience
- Positive attitude
- Willing to learn
- Wants to be a part of a team
- Respectful of teammates and coaches
- Aged 8 or older (please register for the 9/10 team)
If your child meets the above requirements, then the tennis team is for you! Beachwood tennis team is a great way to spend the summer.
Equipment Requirements
- Well-fitting and supportive athletic shoes
- Tennis racquet – specific sizes based on age/height. Here is a general idea: 21 Inch racquet for ages 5-7, 23 inch racquets for ages 7-8, 25 inch racquet for 9-10 year olds, 26 inch racquets for 11 and up. Grip sizes will depend on your child’s hand size, but standard grip works well until they are ready for an adult racquet.
- Registration via the Beachwood login is required prior to participating in practice or matches.
2025 Team Schedule
Please note this is a preliminary schedule based on the number of team members we have had the last few years. The schedule will be confirmed after May 15th.
The season is eight weeks long, from June 2 to July 23, 2025. Practices are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. “B” Team Players will have an opportunity to play in matches Thursday afternoons. “A” Team Matches will be on Friday afternoons. The balance of the team will play Thursday morning from 9-11 AM during our inter-team play.
- Weeks of June 2 and June 9 (after school practices)
Monday-Wednesday- 4-5:15 PM Monday and Wednesday Ages 13+
- 5:15-6:30 Monday Wednesday Ages 8-12 interested in A Team
- 6:30-7:30 Monday Wednesday Ages 8-12 interested in B Team
- Tuesdays Match Play 9-11AM
- Regular season morning practices begin June 16
Team Practices Monday – Wednesday- 10:15-11:30 Ages 13+
- 11:30-12:30 Ages 12 & Under
***Please note that practice times will stay the same the week of July 4th
Locations:
Beachwood Swim Club 3365 Jack Drive Troy, MI 48084
Beechview Swim Club 27000 Westmeth Court Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Bloomfield Hills Swim and Tennis 251 E. Square Lake Rd Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Cranbrook Swim Club 30580 Evergreen Rd Southfield, MI 48076
Forest Hills Swim Club 2410 E. Lincoln St Birmingham, MI 48009
Great Oaks Country Club 777 Great Oaks Blvd Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Heart Of The Hills Swim Club Old Perch & Avon Road Rochester, MI 48308
Lifetime Fitness 200 West Avon Road Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Oakhurst Golf Country Club 7000 Oakhurst Lane Clarkston, MI 48348
Woodside Swim Club 22440 W. 13 Mile Rd. Beverly Hills, MI 48025
2025 Match Schedule – Coming Soon!
B Matches will begin at 1 PM on Thursdays
A Matches will begin at 12 Noon on Fridays
Ladder
A tennis ladder is a simple system for ranking tennis players in a certain group. Each player is assigned to a position within a ladder. These positions determine who plays that week and in which position.
The ladder helps facilitate matches based on who wins and loses. As players win, they move up the ladder. Winning players take the place of their higher ranked opponents. Please see our detailed rules here (link the ladder rules).
The preliminary ladder will be set on June 6th, and the ladder will be confirmed (based on practice play) on June 13th. Please see the bulletin board outside the tennis office to find your place. If your name is not on the list, please see a coach and they will give you more detail.
The ladder will be available via the Remind App.
Ladder Rules can be found here.
Uniform
Players are welcome to purchase Beachwood gear (coming soon)! They are also welcome to wear any dark shorts or skirt and a blue top that is comfortable for match play. (No “official” team shirt will be provided).
Volunteer Opportunities
While the tennis team doesn’t require mandatory volunteer shifts, we hope that parents are generous with their time. Please email cararuthenberg@gmail.com if you are able to volunteer in any capacity. We are looking for parents to assist with matches, help coordinate tennis and pickle ball mixers and update the communication board. Thank you for giving back to our tennis community!
Communication
Coaches will be using the Remind App to communicate with the tennis families. Please download the app for yourself and player. More info to come!
Tennis Team FAQs:
Is my child on the A or B team?
Team placement is based on your child’s position on the ladder. The “A” team consists of the top 4 players in each age group. Everyone else is placed on the “B” team. If your child is not in the top 4, they can work their way up to the “A” team as the summer progresses (see ladder rules for details).
What level should my child be to sign up for the team?
Your child should have some lesson experience, be able to serve, and maintain rallies in order to play on the “B” team. If you’re unsure, feel free to reach out. We can talk over the phone or possibly set up an evaluation.
Can my child sign up for the team if they can’t do matches?
Yes! While we encourage all players to participate in matches for the experience, we understand that schedules or comfort levels may vary. Your child is still welcome to join the team even if they don’t play in matches.
If my child is not in the top 4 in their age group, can they still play in “A” matches?
The top four players do get priority for “A” matches. However, due to occasional absences, we go down the ladder to fill spots, which gives other players opportunities to participate in “A” matches.
Are there makeups for team practices?
No, there are no makeups for team practices.
