Tennis Player Evaluation | Idaho Tennis Lessons

Stroke Technique: How well does the player execute fundamental strokes (forehand, backhand, serve, volleys)?
(1) Poor
(2) Below Average
(3) Average
(4) Good
(5) Excellent
Footwork: How effective is the player’s movement and positioning on the court?
(1) Slow/Inconsistent
(2) Needs Improvement
(3) Adequate
(4) Quick/Consistent
(5) Exceptional
Consistency: How often does the player maintain control during rallies?
(1) Rarely
(2) Occasionally
(3) Moderately
(4) Consistently
(5) Always

Match Strategy: How well does the player adapt strategies based on the opponent’s play?
(1) Poor Adaptation
(2) Needs Improvement
(3) Adequate
(4) Good Adaptation
(5) Excellent Strategic Thinking
Point Construction: How effectively does the player construct points and execute winning shots?
(1) Rarely Constructs Points
(2) Needs Work
(3) Average
(4) Good Point Construction
(5) Excellent Point Builder

Focus and Resilience: How focused is the player during matches, especially in tough situations?
(1) Easily Distracted
(2) Struggles with Focus
(3) Average
(4) Focused
(5) Always Focused and Resilient
Decision-Making: How quick and effective are the player’s decisions on the court?
(1) Poor
(2) Slow Decisions
(3) Adequate
(4) Quick Decisions
(5) Excellent Decision-Making

Endurance: How well does the player sustain energy and performance during long matches?
(1) Tires Quickly
(2) Below Average
(3) Moderate Endurance
(4) Good Stamina
(5) Excellent Endurance
Speed and Agility: How quick and agile is the player when reacting to shots and moving around the court?
(1) Slow
(2) Needs Improvement
(3) Adequate
(4) Quick
(5) Exceptionally Fast and Agile
Strength: How powerful are the player’s serves and groundstrokes?
(1) Weak
(2) Needs More Power
(3) Average
(4) Strong
(5) Exceptionally Powerful

Age of Player: What is the player’s age group?
(1) 5–7 years old
(2) 8–10 years old
(3) 11–13 years old
(4) 14–16 years old
(5) 17–18 years old
Hours of Coaching: How many hours per week is the player receiving professional coaching?
(1) 1–2 hours
(2) 3–4 hours
(3) 5–6 hours
(4) 7–8 hours
(5) 9+ hours
Practice Hours: How many hours per week does the player spend practicing independently or in organized sessions?
(1) 1–2 hours
(2) 3–4 hours
(3) 5–6 hours
(4) 7–8 hours
(5) 9+ hours
Parents’ Tennis Experience: Have the player’s parents played tennis, and at what level?
(1) No Tennis Experience
(2) Recreational
(3) Club Level
(4) Collegiate Level
(5) Professional/Advanced Competitive Level

Match Results: How does the player perform in matches or tournaments against similarly skilled opponents?
(1) Rarely Wins
(2) Wins Occasionally
(3) Wins About Half
(4) Wins Frequently
(5) Always Wins
Ranking (if available): What is the player’s ranking, if applicable (local, national, or international)?
(1) Unranked
(2) Local Ranking
(3) Regional Ranking
(4) National Ranking
(5) Top National/International Ranking
Tournament Participation: How frequently does the player participate in competitive tournaments?
(1) Rarely
(2) Occasionally
(3) Monthly
(4) Weekly
(5) Several Tournaments per Month

Overall Assessment of Strengths: Based on the coach's experience, how would you rate the player’s current strengths in tennis?
(1) Needs Significant Improvement
(2) Below Average
(3) Average
(4) Above Average
(5) Outstanding
Areas for Improvement: Based on the coach's experience, how would you rate the player's room for growth?
(1) High Room for Growth
(2) Needs Significant Work
(3) Average
(4) Minor Adjustments Needed
(5) Close to Mastery

Practice Intensity: How focused and intense are the player’s training sessions?
(1) Little Effort
(2) Inconsistent Effort
(3) Moderate
(4) Focused
(5) Highly Intense and Dedicated
Dedication: How consistent is the player’s commitment to training and improving?
(1) Low Commitment
(2) Inconsistent
(3) Average
(4) Highly Dedicated
(5) Extremely Dedicated and Passionate

Once the responses are collected, tally the scores across all sections. Use the following as a general guide for interpretation:

35–60: Developing stage. Focus on foundational skills and building experience.
61–80: Intermediate level. Player shows promise but needs more training and match experience.
81–100: Advanced level. Player is highly skilled and competitive with strong potential for future success.
101–120: Super Advanced. Player has exceptional skills and is likely to compete at a high level nationally or internationally.