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Junior Excellence
Level-Based Singles Point Construction

An intensive 50-lesson program for tournament players, designed to elevate your game through a structured, level-based point-construction methodology across a spiraling 10-week curriculum.

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Program Overview

The Junior Excellence Program

Our premier training initiative for serious tournament players and varsity athletes, focusing on level-based singles point construction.

Our Methodology

"Tennis is a Game of Position."

Where you are on the court determines the shots you should play. Our Level-Based Point Construction Curriculum teaches you to dominate every position.

Singles point construction is taught through a positional approach, with players learning to advance one "court-level" per stroke with high-consistency shot selection.

50-lesson intensive program over 10 weeks
Tennis-specific conditioning components
Integrated mental performance training

Spiraling Curriculum Design

Our spiraling curriculum addresses a specific court-level each day of the week, with the 10-week program building from the previous week and progressing in difficulty while integrating increasingly advanced techniques.

Progressive Skill Development

Each week builds upon previous skills while adding new layers of complexity and game situations.

Daily Focus Structure

Each day focuses on specific court positions and transitions between them.

Comprehensive Development

Technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects all addressed in an integrated approach.

The Foundation

The 5 Court Levels

Our level-based singles curriculum breaks down the game by player position. Each level represents a different court position, with specific shots and strategies appropriate for it.

Level 1: Behind Baseline
Level 2: On Baseline
Level 3: Attack & Punish
Level 4: Transition Volley
Level 5: Close-out Volley

Players advance from the baseline (bottom) up toward the net (top), one court-level per stroke.

1

Behind the Baseline

Use topspin, height over the net, and court depth with cross-court play for maximum runway. Seek to draw a short ball from your opponent. Primary weapons: Topspin + Depth.

2

On the Baseline

Use arm extension, power, a low aim-point and court penetration with whipping topspin for dipping net clearance to drive your opponent back and open up angles. Primary weapons: Topspin + Power.

3

Attack and Punish

Use control, angle, and an exaggerated topspin loop while maintaining a low aim point to attack a weak ball you can strike with both feet set well inside the baseline. Primary weapons: Control + Angle.

4

Transition Volley

Split-stepping on the service line, use cross-over footwork with a driving volley to perform a "shield-bash" mechanic, extending your arm aggressively towards the top of the net. Primary weapons: Backspin + Arm Extension.

5

Close-out Volley

Finish points with a high volley or overhead smash using a chin-up, aim-down mental process and an extended-pronated mechanical process. End the point decisively. Primary weapons: Extension + Pronation.

By understanding and mastering the shots and tactics required at each of these five levels, our players learn to navigate the court strategically, turn defense into offense, and dominate points from anywhere.

Weekly Training Design

The 5-Day Weekly Structure

Each week follows our position-based training model, with each day focusing on transitioning between specific court levels.

Monday

Level 1 to Level 2

Practice shots from both Level 1 and Level 2, executing transitions between them. Move from defensive deep-court positions to assertive baseline play.

Tuesday

Level 2 to Level 3

Practice shots from both Level 2 and Level 3, executing transitions between them. Move from baseline play to aggressive inside-baseline positioning.

Wednesday

Level 3 to Level 4

Practice shots from both Level 3 and Level 4, executing transitions between them. Focus on approach shots and driving transition volleys from the service line.

Thursday

Level 4 to Level 5

Practice shots from both Level 4 and Level 5, executing transitions between them. Move from transition volleys to decisive net play and point finishing.

Friday

Mental Focus & Tournament Prep

Put it all together in match simulations and live play. Focus on strategy, mental toughness, and adapting to opponents with constraints such as 0-30 starts.

Physical Conditioning

  • Daily tennis-specific fitness led by Christine May
  • Agility ladders, med ball throws, and plyometrics
  • Integrated footwork patterns and loaded swings
  • Targeted endurance and explosive movement exercises
  • Recovery protocols and injury prevention techniques

Mental Performance

  • Mental performance sessions with Marianne Paventy
  • Mindfulness tools to help players thrive under pressure
  • Rituals under pressure, with accountability tracked by coaches
  • Guided meditation, breathing techniques, and focus exercises
  • Video analysis of match play and point construction
The Complete Curriculum

10-Week Spiraling Curriculum

Our curriculum builds progressively over 10 weeks, with each week adding complexity and advanced techniques while reinforcing fundamental skills.

Week 1

Foundation

Stroke Production in the Five Levels

This foundational week introduces players to the core concept that tennis is a game of position, mastering the fundamental stroke technique for each key court position.

Rationale: Developing consistent and effective strokes is the necessary prerequisite for chaining shots and constructing points.

Week 1 Details

Week 2

Progression

Chaining Shots to Advance Levels

Building on individual stroke mastery, this week focuses on linking two or more shots together to move from one court level to the next.

Rationale: Players practice hitting a shot from one position and immediately transitioning to hit the next from a more advantageous position.

Week 2 Details

Week 3

Baseline

Mastering the Baseline: Defense and Depth

This week delves into controlling the point from behind the baseline, the starting or defensive position for many rallies.

Rationale: Players develop high consistency with deep, spin-heavy groundstrokes and defensive positioning to neutralize aggressive opponents.

Week 3 Details

Week 4

Inside Position

Taking Control: Inside the Baseline Offense

Progressing forward from the baseline, this week focuses on playing effectively from inside the baseline.

Rationale: Players learn to recognize opportunities to move forward, take the ball earlier, and execute offensive shots that apply pressure.

Week 4 Details

Week 5

Net Position

Dominating the Net: Approaches, Volleys, and Overheads

This week focuses on the front court, mastering the skills needed to finish points decisively.

Rationale: Players refine approach shot technique, develop volley precision, and practice aggressive net play like overhead smashes.

Week 5 Details

Week 6

Integration

Seamless Transitions & Integrated Positional Strategy

This week focuses on integrating the skills from prior weeks into fluid, dynamic play.

Rationale: The principle of advancing "one court-level per stroke" is applied in more complex and realistic multi-shot sequences.

Week 6 Details

Week 7

Strategy

Advanced Tactical Patterns & Match Adaptation

This week introduces and refines more complex tactical patterns and strategies.

Rationale: Players work on serve +1 plays and defensive resets, learning to analyze match situations and adapt their strategy.

Week 7 Details

Week 8

Physical

The Tournament Body: Tennis-Specific Physical Conditioning

This week includes a heavy workout component focused on 100% tennis-specific conditioning.

Rationale: Sessions cover agility, explosive movement, endurance, recovery, and injury resilience to build a tournament-ready foundation.

Week 8 Details

Week 9

Mental

The Competitive Mind: Mental Toughness & Focus

This week intensifies the mental training component.

Rationale: Players engage in mindfulness, focus, stress management, emotional control, and rituals under pressure to build competitive resilience.

Week 9 Details

Week 10

Competition

Executing Level-Based Point Construction in Tournament Play

This culminating week integrates all learned skills, strategies, and physical/mental preparation into competitive play.

Rationale: Players participate in intense match simulations and live play, executing level-based point construction under pressure.

Week 10 Details
Results

Program Benefits & Outcomes

Our Junior Excellence program provides comprehensive development across all aspects of the game.

Strategic Point Construction

Master tactical shot selection based on court position and develop high-percentage point construction strategies.

Court Position Mastery

Gain fluidity in transitioning between court positions and understand the optimal shot for each one.

Tournament-Ready Body

Build tournament-specific physical conditioning that enhances court movement, endurance, and injury prevention.

Competitive Mental Edge

Enhance mental toughness and competitive focus to perform under pressure during tournament play.

Program Details

Schedule

  • Dates: June 2 – August 8, 2025
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Location: Eagle High School Tennis Courts
  • Coaches: Led by Percy Chan & Todd McPeak

Program Details

  • Eligibility: Tournament players ages 12–18
  • Investment: $300/week, scholarships available
  • Assessment: Required for new players
  • Group Size: Limited to ensure optimal coach-to-player ratio

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