How Do You Become A USTA Official?
Tennis enthusiasts dream of nothing else but to play in a tennis match that is being televised worldwide. First, the serve followed by an endless volley, after which point the ball bounces out of bounds. The umpire on his high chair creases his forehead and makes the call. Out, 30-love. As cryptic as these words are, they are not so to those who love the sport. In fact, officiating a game can be just as exciting as actually playing the game. Step 1 Take a class and complete an online exam each year. The exam is downloaded from the United States Tennis Association (USTA) website and completed using the “Friend at Court” handbook prior to entering class. Classes are offered throughout the country by a sectional or national trainer/evaluator as listed in the USTA website. Step 2 Verify that you have a 20/20 vision by providing a valid statement from an eye doctor. Every even-numbered year, you must provide an eye doctor’s signature on your data cards to verify a 20/20 vision. Step 3 Submi
