Tryouts for the 2024 Girls' tennis team will begin August 14th from 9-12 at PHS (and possibly CP courts, depending on numbers of players trying out and court availability). We will run sessions in the morning, possibly between 8:30-12:30 or so, sometimes staggered slightly depending on the numbers we have trying out, but there isn't more than 3 hours on court in a session.  Once we return in September this year, the after school sessions will run from 3:30-5:30.  When it's especially hot, there are additional safety precautions taken. 

To be eligible for tryouts, you will need to have a completed set of paperwork and a physical on file, CLICK HERE to visit that page and register.

You will also need to have an impact test within the past 2 years, CLICK HERE to schedule an impact test.

The varsity team has 7 players, and we normally have about 8-12 on JV; the teams are determined by a series of challenge matches. 

Over the summer you should be conditioning and playing matches (if you don't already) to prepare.

General team information

Once season starts, we typically practice or have a match every day after school.  If it is a practice, we will be at the courts from 3:30 to around 5:30.   If it's a home match, it will be at the PHS courts (varsity) or CP courts (JV) starting around 4 until the conclusion.  If it's an away match, we will often leave school a bit early to avoid traffic departing Princeton, and return to the back lot by the tennis courts at the conclusion.

Some of these things may be subject to change, depending on what the fall season looks like.

Suggested training plan to get ready for fall

3x a week: Fitness: Timed 1 mile run, or run 2+ miles (either time yourself for running a mile, and try to keep shaving seconds off your time, or run 2 or more miles to work on endurance)

2x a week: Footwork/cardio/strength drills: 15-20 minutes (check out the videos on the "Training videos" page to the left)

2-3x a week: Racket work: either find a family member to rally with in your driveway, or a wall or garage door (gently!) to work on volleys, quick hands, or some mini-tennis, or get back out on court when possible!

Equipment needed

For tryouts, please bring:

• racket(s) 
• tennis sneakers in good condition (no holes for safety!)
• water jug (enough for 2-3 hours)
• sunscreen
• a hat/visor or sunglasses if you like
• a small snack if desired 
• backpack/racket bag to store personal belongings

Here is the link to the NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations) Tennis page-it has the rules of tennis, along with other important information.

Here's the link to the rules of tennis.