The event, held December 13-14 at the USTA National Campus, featured eight divisions, with teams from across the state showcasing their skills, sportsmanship and love for the game. The championship atmosphere reflected the energy and dedication that characterizes Junior Team Tennis in Florida.
Junior Team Tennis is about more than just wins and losses. JTT introduces players to tennis in a fun, team-based environment with an emphasis on learning, development and friendship. Players of all levels compete together, build confidence on the field and learn important life skills such as teamwork, respect and perseverance. The program creates an inviting pathway for juniors to grow in the sport while forming lasting connections with both teammates and opponents.
Let’s see how the division played out.
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10H Average
Results: Hot Shots finished in first place and won 148 games. Palma Ceia finished in second place and won 130 matches.
Championship Selection: Reinaldo Valor (captain), Bennett Brawley, Luke Courier, Jospeh DiGiacomo, Benjamin Galbraith, Rooney Metzler, Connel Paiva, Barrett Rockwood, Anastasia Valor
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Results: VDF Force finished in first place and won the championship flight with 28 games won. Stars finished in second place, with 19 games won in the championship flight.
Championship Selection: David Kuhlman (captain), Ryan Guo, Jackson Martinez, Cooper Melione, Sean Qiang
12H Average
Results: Planet Tennis finished in first place and won 110 matches. Commodores finished in second place and won 100 games.
Championship Selection: Jenny Schroeder (captain), Jaime Barquero Talavera, Sadie Miles, Landon Mitcham, Ensley Schroeder, Arden Schroeder
12H intermediate/advanced
Results: VDF Energy finished in first place and won 81 games. Safety Harbor Tennis finished in second place, winning 79 matches.
Championship Selection: David Kuhlman
2pm Average
Results: VDF Speed finished in first place and won the championship flight with 27 games won. Game, Set, Match finished in second place, with 18 matches won in the championship flight.
Championship Selection: David Kuhlman (captain), Kayla Benecke, Isabella Maguire, Lilya Menounino, Yuan Qiang, Hana Wright
14H intermediate/advanced
Results: Sandestin Sharks finished in first place and won 84 games. Temple Terrace Titans finished in second place and won 70 games.
Championship Selection: Mandi Skinner (captain), Lincoln Elza, Tessa Sewards, Tripp Skinner, Jackson Warren
6pm Average
Results: Innisbrook finished in first place and won 87 games. Berry Ballers finished in second place and won 82 games.
Championship Selection: Joe Ugolini (captain), Ronan Connoly, Sofia Diaz, Nathan Ngo, Elise Young, Adrian Zouain
18H intermediate/advanced
Results: Apollo Beach Sharks finished in first place and won 118 games. FWB Chihuahuaz finished in second place and won 113 games.
Championship Selection: Isabella Robbiani (captain), Tyler Fetzner, Delaney Guider, Amara James Smith, Charlie Pham, Christopher Smisek
As the fall season draws to a close, excitement is already building for what lies ahead. Players and families are encouraged to continue the JTT journey by registering for Spring 2026. Visit ustaflorida.com/junior-team-tennis to learn more about junior team tennis opportunities in your area and register for the upcoming 2026 Spring season.
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