GREENVILLE, Pa.—Thiel College has expanded its summer tennis offerings by adding a new, more competitive United States Tennis Association Level 5 junior tournament to the Tomcat Tennis Tournament line up on July 25–26 at the College’s updated tennis complex.
The new event, a USTA Level 5 girls 18-and-under flighted tournament, will bring higher-level junior competition to Greenville and is one of a limited number of Level 5 tournaments offered through USTA Middle States this year.
Registration continues until July 16. Competitors must be USTA members. Junior memberships are free for players under age 19.
Level 5 Registration & More Information
Players competing at Level 5 tournaments are awarded increasingly higher points for each win, including bonus points for victories against ranked opponents.
“USTA Middle States is only offering a limited number of Level 5 tournaments, so Thiel College appreciates the vote of confidence in being selected to offer this higher-level junior tournament,” Tournament Director and Tomcat men’s and women’s tennis coach Anthony Kobak said.
The new event builds upon the success of the L6 Tomcat Tennis Tournament, a USTA Level 6 event entering its second year at Thiel College. Scheduled for July 11–12, the tournament will feature boys and girls singles divisions for players ages 18 and under and 16 and under. Last year’s event attracted competitors from several states, including Texas.
“The Greenville community will get to enjoy an even higher level of tennis with the addition of the USTA Level 5 girls 18-and-under tournament,” Kobak said.
The tournaments continue to expand Thiel’s role as a host site for regional athletic and youth events while showcasing the College’s upgraded tennis facilities.
“Thiel athletics are grateful to First National Bank for its continued commitment to these summer youth tennis events,” Director of Athletics Isaac Collins said. “The tournaments are a fantastic opportunity to showcase our top-notch tennis facility and the vibrant spirit of Thiel College.”
Registration is open through July 5 for the Level 6 USTA event. Competitors must be USTA members.
Level 6 Registration & More Information
For more information contact Kobak at akobak@thiel.edu or call or text at 330-398-1808.
About Thiel College
Thiel College is an independent college founded in the Lutheran tradition. Located in Greenville, Pa., the College offers 60 majors and minors, 24 varsity sports, and an 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The College is also home to a new Master of Science in speech-language pathology and 2Master of Business Administration. Both master’s degree programs offer innovative and accelerated five-year paths which allow students to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years. The speech-language pathology program also has an accelerated 15-month graduate-level program. The M.B.A. program also has a 12-month post-graduate program.A dedicated faculty paired with dynamic research and internship opportunities produce numerous graduate school and job placements. Coeducational from its beginnings, the College remains committed to combining tradition with innovation as it celebrates 150 years.