2012 PROGRAMS

The Cook County Tennis Association (CCTA) members invite residents and vacationers to join our association and participate in our programs. By working together, we will strengthen existing programs and discover new ways to promote and enjoy the lifetime sport of tennis.

USTA Jr. Team Tennis - Spring Session
(Age/Skill Level Divisions)

The QuickStart Divisions are for youth, ages 10 & under and 8 & under. This exciting new play format is designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing specialized equipment, shorter court dimensions and modified scoring, all tailored to age and size. No experience necessary! The Stars & Stripes Division is designed for players who are a bit older (11 - 18) and at a higher skill level. Fee: $25. For more information, call John Muus at 387-2198.

Recreational Tennis (Youth/Adults) - Winter Sessions

For those who want to hit some tennis during the winter months, one court will be set up in the Community Ed. gym (old h.s. gym), Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 7 - 9 PM, Tues. - Fri. mornings, 9-11 AM, and Sundays, Noon - 6 PM, during the months of October - April. Fee: $3 / session. Watch for more information.

National Junior Tennis League

This program is for youth 5 to 18 years of age. Players will be grouped into one of two or three divisions depending on age and/or ability level. The QuickStart play format will be used for players, ages 10 and under. Instruction will be part of this program. See Schedule of Events for more details. Sites: Grand Marais and Grand Portage. Fee: $25. For more information, call John Muus at 387-2198. More Info - click here.

Tennis Tournaments

See Schedule of Events and watch for information in the Cook County News-Herald, Cook County Star, Boreal News and Community Calendar, and other media. Also find information here. TOURNAMENTS

Cook County Tennis Block Party

A fun-filled event for all ages and skill levels, offering free tennis instruction by teaching pros along with a variety of fun tennis activities, music, food and prizes. Activities begin at 10:00 AM, followed by a free lunch, summer program information session, and a drawing for door prizes. Concludes at 1:00 PM. Just show up at the public tennis courts. The event is free and everything is provided.

CCTA Team Challenge

All adult CCTA members who have paid their 2012 membership dues are invited to participate in this fun team doubles competition. This event will follow the Cook County Tennis Block Party and will be held from 1:30 – 4:00 PM at the public tennis courts. Players will be divided up into teams and will have an opportunity to use a unique match-play format. See Schedule of Events.