Tennis

2026 Tennis

Tryouts:

Tryouts for the Valley Springs tennis team will be held after school on Tuesday, August 25, and Wednesday, August 26, at the TC Roberson tennis courts. Valley Springs shares court space with the TC Roberson women’s tennis team. Our team will use the back two courts located near the Buncombe County Schools pool facility.

Summer Programming

There will be no summer tennis practices or programming offered through Valley Springs. Students interested in trying out are encouraged to practice independently over the summer or participate in local tennis opportunities. Coach Cooper does not offer private tennis lessons; however, players can find instructional programs through organizations such as the Asheville Tennis Association and Asheville Racquet Club.

Tryout Expectations

The Valley Springs tennis team is a competitive school team, not a beginner/learn-to-play program. Athletes attending tryouts should have a foundational understanding of tennis, including:

• Proper forehand and backhand technique

• Basic serving ability (serves do not need to be advanced or highly consistent)

• Understanding of basic tennis rules and match play

Due to limited court availability, the team roster will be capped at 10 players. Final roster decisions will be based on skill level, experience, and overall team needs. Students who do not make the final roster may still have the opportunity to participate as team managers.

Schedule & Court Updates

The match schedule and additional season details will be posted by August 16, 2026.

The TC Roberson tennis courts are scheduled to be refinished over the summer. The new athletic complex planned for Valley Springs Middle School (including tennis courts) will not be completed in time for the 2026 season. Because we share facilities and court renovations are taking place, there is a possibility that court availability may impact the start of our season. We will not have confirmed details until August 16, and updates will be posted on the team website as soon as information becomes available.

Questions

If you have questions over the summer, please email Coach Cooper. Please allow several days for a response, as school email is checked less frequently during summer break.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to a great tennis season!