Gold BALL Group INFORMATION (SCROll down for offerings)
Gold Ball is BTA's High-Performance Program directed and coached by Andrew Pecht and Nitin Deodhar along with Head Coach Jordan Helderman, and Roger Mensah. Gold Ball is intended for dedicated tennis players who are committed to working on their game, on and off the court. Players in this group have ambitions to play at a high collegiate level and beyond.
Gold Ball Groupings include Futures (primarily ages 9-12), Challengers (UTR 2.5-4.0), Tour (UTR 4.5-6.5), and Masters (UTR 7.0+).
COACHING STAFF BIOS:
Andrew Pecht, former Blue-Chip Recruit & NCAA D1 Scholarship player, he develops some of the sections and country's best juniors. Andrew's ability to get players to work hard, believe, and improve is unlike any other pro.
Nitin Deodhar, former NCAA D1 scholarship player and coach, has developed over 70 NCAA Collegiate players over the past 15 years. His ability to build players' confidence, mental toughness, technical skills, footwork, and shot selection has led to his strong junior following.
Jorge Rodriguez, former NCAA D1 scholarship player and D3 coach, has developed some of the sections and nations best juniors. Jorge has a strong following in the area due to his technical and strategic knowledge of the game. Jorge's ability to relate to and motivate players, has led to their success on the court and his success as a coach.
Gold ball Program Offerings Spring 2023 (March 13-June 11)
GOLD BALL MASTERS UTR 7.0+
GOLD BALL MASTERS UTR 7.0+
GOLD BALL MASTERS UTR 7.0+
Players in this Gold Ball Program compete primarily in L1-L5 events and must carry a 7.0+ UTR
Due to HS Team Season Classes on weekends only
Country Glen Sat & Sun 1-3
email: BethesdaTennisAcademy@gmail.com for approval and links
GOLD BALL TOUR UTR 4.5-6.5
GOLD BALL MASTERS UTR 7.0+
GOLD BALL MASTERS UTR 7.0+
Our Gold Ball Tour Program is designed for players with a UTR between 4.5-6.5. These players typically compete in L3-L6 events for their age group.
Due to HS Team Season Classes on weekends only
Country Glen Sat and Sun 1-3
email: BethesdaTennisAcademy@gmail.com for approval and links
GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS Ages 13 & Under UTR 2.5-4.0 & GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS Ages 14+ UTR 2.5-4.0
GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS Ages 13 & Under UTR 2.5-4.0 & GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS Ages 14+ UTR 2.5-4.0
GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS Ages 13 & Under UTR 2.5-4.0 & GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS Ages 14+ UTR 2.5-4.0
The Gold Ball Challenger program is designed for players that have a UTR of 2.5-4.0. Players in this class typically compete in L6 and L7 events and/or Junior Leagues. Click here for more info
Due to HS Team Season Classes on weekends only
Carderock Wed 5-7, CG Sat & Sun 11-1pm
email: BethesdaTennisAcademy@gmail.com for approval and links
GOLD BALL FUTURES (Ages 9-12) Pre-Approval and Commitment Requirements
GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS Ages 13 & Under UTR 2.5-4.0 & GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS Ages 14+ UTR 2.5-4.0
GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS Ages 13 & Under UTR 2.5-4.0 & GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS Ages 14+ UTR 2.5-4.0
Our Gold Ball Futures program takes focused and committed players ages 8-11 and develops them into tomorrow's top sectional and national players.
Eldwick Mon 5-7pm
Carderock Friday 5-7pm
Eldwick Sat and Sun 1-3p
email: BethesdaTennisAcademy@gmail.com prior to enrolling
Gold ball Program Offerings Summer 2023 (June 19-August 18)
GOLD BALL MASTERS UTR 7.0+
GOLD BALL MASTERS UTR 7.0+
GOLD BALL MASTERS UTR 7.0+
Players in this Gold Ball Program compete primarily in L1-L5 events and must carry a 7.0+ UTR
Wootton HS Mon-Fri 330-630pm
email: BethesdaTennisAcademy@gmail.com for approval and links
GOLD BALL TOUR UTR 4.5-6.5
GOLD BALL MASTERS UTR 7.0+
GOLD BALL MASTERS UTR 7.0+
Our Gold Ball Tour Program is designed for players with a UTR between 4.5-6.5. These players typically compete in L3-L6 events for their age group.
Wootton HS Mon-Fri 330-630pm
email: BethesdaTennisAcademy@gmail.com for approval and links
GOLD BALL CHALLENGERS UTR 2.5-4.0
GOLD BALL FUTURES (Ages 8-12) Pre-Approval and Commitment Requirements
GOLD BALL FUTURES (Ages 8-12) Pre-Approval and Commitment Requirements
The Gold Ball Challenger program is designed for players that have a UTR of 2.5-4.0. Players in this class typically compete in L6 and L7 events and/or Junior Leagues. Click here for more info
Carderock 1230-330pm
email: BethesdaTennisAcademy@gmail.com for approval and links
GOLD BALL FUTURES (Ages 8-12) Pre-Approval and Commitment Requirements
GOLD BALL FUTURES (Ages 8-12) Pre-Approval and Commitment Requirements
GOLD BALL FUTURES (Ages 8-12) Pre-Approval and Commitment Requirements
Our Gold Ball Futures program takes focused and committed players ages 8-11 and develops them into tomorrow's top sectional and national players.
Wootton HS 1230-330pm
email: BethesdaTennisAcademy@gmail.com prior to enrolling
