The Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) on Thursday announced a number of initiatives to help young players make a mark in the game. However, the most significant move is probably that of introducing team-based tournaments with franchisees being roped in and junior players going under the hammer on the auction table. The ongoing Rebound Mumbai Open Junior Tennis League, where players from various academies have been clubbed into different teams, has brought in an added sense of pride for the young guns. In tennis, where teamwork comes in handy in only a handful of tournaments, the feeling of camaraderie among players is a rare thing. The body will prepare a performance analysis report based on a player’s discipline, attitude, games, etc.

Source: Hindustan Times July 31, 2016 08:26 UTC