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PROGRAM GOALS
1. Measurable skills improvement for each individual. 2. Evidence of one unified team, not individuals, not cliques. 3. 90%+ of eligible players return each year. NO CUTS
We are proud to be one of Ridgefield's few no-cut sports. In fact, all girls tennis in the league is no-cut, and most girls tennis nationwide is no-cut, making it the fifth largest high school sport overall by number of athletes participating. No-cut school tennis teams allow students of all abilities to join a team representing their school and be physically active. This opportunity helps create well-rounded student-athletes, develops leadership and teaches responsibility. |
WHY TENNIS?
High school athletics offers important developmental experiences that the classroom cannot offer. Tennis in particular puts young adults into many situations they may not have encountered in other walks of life.
It is a sport that many people choose to play for a lifetime because there is always something new to learn from each situation and each opponent. We are a competitive team working toward winning , but never at the expense of our core principles which are Sportsmanship, Teamwork, Excellence and Perseverance. |
2019 rosterVARSITY
Kayla Bennett, 11 Kira Capley, 12 Annika Farley, 11 Kylie Greenwald, 12 Gwen Harris, 10 Caitlin Kong, 12 Sophia Melville, 10 Abby Shipman, 11 Ashley Short, 12 Taylor Skinner, 10 JV Isabelle Adauto, 9 Sejal Antal, 9 Sydney Dean, 11 Hannah Dewey, 9 Ellie Gardner, 9 Mackenzie Krebser, 11 Kelli Krsul, 9 Rachel Lindbo, 9 Maite Rubio, 12 Corinne Neil, 9 Kellie O'Dell, 10 Kailyn Ruddy, 10 Calleigh Thomas, 11 Arianna Tumbagahan, 9 Isabella Vombaur, 9 |
coach contact informationHead Coach
Andrea Kropp andrea.kropp@ridgefieldsd.org 360-624-2355 Assistant Coaches Nicki Dunn Sarah Kaufman 2019 SCHEDULEDETAILED SCHEDULE
https://www.ridgefieldtennis.com/schedule.html SEASON DATES First Day of Practice - Feb 25, 2019 First League Match - Apr 9, 2019 Last League Match - May 3, 2019 Subdistrict Tournament - May 10-11, 2019 District Tournament - May 16-17, 2019 State Tournament- May 24-25, 2019 PRACTICE SCHEDULE School days at RHS
MATCH SCHEDULE The team plays 10 league matches and up to 16 total matches including tournaments. The schedule changes frequently due to weather. See Greater St. Helens League website for current information: www.2agshl.com/index.php?pid=0.28.220.18.321 |
How HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS WORKS
MATCH FORMATVarsity matches consist of 6 events (3 singles and 3 doubles) using 9 different players. Varsity matches are best 2 of 3 sets (to 6) with ad scoring. A 7 point tie break is played if the set score is tied 6-6.
JV matches consist of consist of 6 events (3 singles and 3 doubles) using 9 different players. JV matches are a single pro set. A pro set is first to 8 games (win by 2). A 7-point tie-break is played if the score reaches 8–8. The winner of the matches between school is based on how many of the 6 events each school wins. In the event of a 3-3 tie, the school with more sets won is the winner. If the schools are tied on sets, the winner is the school with more games won. RULESHigh school matches follow USTA (US Tennis Association) rules. Because players will officiate their own matches, they should know the rules of the game. Download the complete rulebook called Friend at Court PDF
EquipmentEquipment needs for tennis are very small. Players should have a tennis racket, suitable shoes and practice clothes. Players are also responsible for maintaining their tennis racket by replacing the strings and grip as needed.
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2019 SEASON RESULTS AND HIGHLIGHTS
Fort Vancouver - march 14Ridgefield 6, Fort Vancouver 0
Singles — Kayla Bennett (R) d. Izabella Snyder 6-4, 6-3; Kira Capley (R) d. Makaela Standard 6-3, 4-6, 1-0 (10-4); Jenny Kurshnir 6-2, 6-4. Doubles — Annika Farley/Gwen Harris (R) d. Gillian Snyder/Nina Albrecht 6-4, 6-0; Kylie Greenwald/Caitlin Kong (R) d. McKenna Ellen/Chloe Armes 6-3, 6-3; Taylor Skinner/Sophia Melville (R) d. Christina Tran/Queen Truong 6-2, 6-0. JV - Overall 4-2 with wins by Calleigh Thomas, Maite Rubio, Kaitlin Ruddy in Singles and Ashley Short/Kelli Krsul in Doubles. 
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team rules
1. Ten practices are required before playing the first match.
2. Students failing any academic classes cannot participate in matches. Grade updates are generated by the athletic department each Friday. If you are failing any classes as of the Friday update, you cannot participate in any matches the following week.
3. Players must be at every practice except in case of emergency or if advanced arrangements have been made. In case of sickness, email or call coach before noon. Players are strongly encouraged not to miss practice for personal reasons (e.g. vacation, birthday party, doctor’s appointments) which could be scheduled at another time. Missing practices or matches is disruptive to the team and your own development as a player.
4. If you miss 2 practices unexcused, you will miss a match of my choice (not necessarily the next match).
5. Tardiness is rude and breaks the flow of practice. Players should be on court ready to go, with proper gear and water promptly at the practice start time.
6. All players must travel to athletic contests with the team. Players my travel home from matches with parents if the parent signs the student out.
7. For home and away matches, all players must remain until the conclusion of the last varsity match.
8. Good sportsmanship on and off the court is expected. Show respect to everyone at all times. No foul language or rude comments toward any other person will be tolerated. Racket-throwing, or hitting balls indiscriminately is prohibited. Appropriate behavior on the tennis court is expected at all times.
9. Communication is essential on court and off court. When in doubt, ask. Speak to coach early about any concerns you have.
10. Be proud to represent your sport and your school and always support your fellow players.
2. Students failing any academic classes cannot participate in matches. Grade updates are generated by the athletic department each Friday. If you are failing any classes as of the Friday update, you cannot participate in any matches the following week.
3. Players must be at every practice except in case of emergency or if advanced arrangements have been made. In case of sickness, email or call coach before noon. Players are strongly encouraged not to miss practice for personal reasons (e.g. vacation, birthday party, doctor’s appointments) which could be scheduled at another time. Missing practices or matches is disruptive to the team and your own development as a player.
4. If you miss 2 practices unexcused, you will miss a match of my choice (not necessarily the next match).
5. Tardiness is rude and breaks the flow of practice. Players should be on court ready to go, with proper gear and water promptly at the practice start time.
6. All players must travel to athletic contests with the team. Players my travel home from matches with parents if the parent signs the student out.
7. For home and away matches, all players must remain until the conclusion of the last varsity match.
8. Good sportsmanship on and off the court is expected. Show respect to everyone at all times. No foul language or rude comments toward any other person will be tolerated. Racket-throwing, or hitting balls indiscriminately is prohibited. Appropriate behavior on the tennis court is expected at all times.
9. Communication is essential on court and off court. When in doubt, ask. Speak to coach early about any concerns you have.
10. Be proud to represent your sport and your school and always support your fellow players.