They had 650 total points, split between 469 single points and 1,207 double points. USTA rankings are determined by adding 100 percent of singles points and 15 percent of doubles points plus any bonus points earned.
They were ranked 1,070th the week before.
Players earn points per round in tournaments, winning higher points the further into a tournament they advance.
Jarett Cascino of New York Tennis Magazine says tennis is one of the most competitive youth sports.
“There is always someone better than you on any given day, even if you are the number one player in the world!” he said.
Standings are released weekly.
Hickory Junior Boys’ 18 rankings in week ending Oct. 1
| Name | Total Points | Single Points | Doubles Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Skoog | 1,483 | 1,142 | 1,674 |
| Griffin Lovern | 650 | 469 | 1,207 |
| Ty Watts | 44 | 44 | N/A |
| Aiden Ollis | 38 | 38 | N/A |
| Graham Powers | 26 | 26 | N/A |
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