Ladies’ Program
The Ladies’ Program at Fox Den consists of leagues, interclub play, tournaments, clinics, round robins, and much more. Leagues are divided into two seasons: spring (April-May) and fall (September-October). A, B, C, and Night Leagues are also offered. Every level of player is welcome to play league and is placed by our pro into a group according to her ability. Ladies’ Interclub is a team competition that is played June-August. There is a team practice, usually beginning in May, for all Fox Den teams. Interclub is designed so that teams of different clubs can compete and improve their game. Also offered is USTA team competition, which is similar to Interclub but is played April-May. Each year, our Ladies’ Program is very active, and we are always eager to welcome new players.
Men’s Program
The Men’s Program at Fox Den has grown over the past few years and consists of leagues, ladder play, interclub, and special events. Our men’s ladder is set up in early spring, and men are encouraged to play throughout the season. League is played every Thursday night, and it begins in June and runs through August. Pros usually play at no additional charge to Members. Men’s Interclub runs August through October and is set up for anyone who wants to compete against other clubs in the Knoxville area.
Juniors’ Program
The Juniors’ Program is one of the best in Knoxville. Our juniors are offered after school clinics in the spring and fall, summer clinics, interclub, summer camps, tournaments, and a tournament training group. The Junior Program starts with after school clinics, which are offered for children ages 4-18. Clinics begin in April and run through June. A second after school session runs September through November.
Our goal in all clinics is to help each junior progress to different levels of the game technically, mentally, and physically. Our Interclub begins in June and runs until the beginning of August. There is a special team practice designed to help players improve their understanding of both Singles and Doubles. All players over eight years old are encouraged to compete. Interclub is designed for juniors who are just starting to compete and have not yet acquired a state ranking. The Tournament Group at Fox Den is for the student who is planning to play high school and collegiate tennis. This program provides players with stroke production, video analysis, mental training, and strength and conditioning. Players also learn periodization training and goal setting and are encouraged to play in sanctioned tournaments. Many of our juniors have graduated from this program and have gone on to play tennis for colleges on scholarship all across the country.
Sundowner’s Program
Sundowners is offered May through October. It is intended to be strictly social and is designed for every level of player, including the beginner. Sundowners’ tennis is usually played on Friday or Saturday nights. Special prizes are given out and dinner at Tackett’s follows for anyone who wants to socialize after play. | | |
