Red ball mini tennis is for players aged 8 and under. It is played on smaller courts with shorter rackets and softer balls. It’s just like the real game and gives players opportunities to have long rallies and play different types of shots.

What age is red ball mini tennis aimed at?
Red ball mini tennis is for players aged 8 and under who were born in 2002 or later.

What ball is used?
A red sponge ball is used indoors and a red felt ball is used outdoors.

What size court is red ball played on?
A court with dimensions of 11m x 5.5m.  It's fine  to use badminton court lines. Scroll through the pictures to the right to see what red ball mini tennis looks like on court.

What height is the net?
The net is lower than yellow ball tennis at a height of 80cm.

What racket is best to use?
A shorter racket of 43cm – 58 cm (17” – 23”) is recommended.

Where can I play red ball?
Red ball should be available at a club near you:
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What kind of competitions are there at red ball?
Competitions are usually team based so you can compete in lots of short matches. The scoring for each match should be first to 10 points and competitions should last between 1 and 3 hours.