NTRP Rating Scale
This player is just starting to play tennis.
This player has limited playing experience and is still working primarily on getting the ball into play.
This player needs on-court experience. This player has obvious stroke weaknesses but is familiar with basic positions for singles and doubles play.
This player is learning to judge where the ball is going although court coverage is weak. This player can sustain a slow rally with other players of the same ability.
This player is consistent when hitting medium pace shots but is not comfortable with all strokes and lacks control when trying for directional intent, depth, or power.
This player has achieved improved stroke dependability and direction on moderate pace shots but still lacks depth and variety.
This player has dependable strokes, including directional intent, on both forehand and backhand sides on moderate shots.
This player has begun to master the use of power and spins and is beginning to handle pace, has sound footwork, and can control depth of shots.
This player has good shot anticipation and frequently has an outstanding shot or attribute around which a game may be structured.
This player has developed power and/or consistency as a major weapon and can vary strategies in a competitive situation.
These players will generally not need NTRP rankings. The 6.0 player typically has had intensive training for national tournament competition.
The 6.5 player has a reasonable chance of succeeding at the 7.0 level and has extensive satellite tournament experience.
The 7.0 is a world-class player who is committed to tournament competition on the international level.