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"In the end it's about trying, failing and improving..."

―Carlos Alcaraz

Drills

Drills are what we call practice and instruction sessions. No sign-ups necessary. Any member is invited to join us. Drills will be cancelled if it rains.

Juniors should be prepared with the following items:

tennis or court shoes (smooth soled, not knobby like running shoes)
tennis racket
water
sun screen

Sunday Drills Dates for 2025

(Drills may be cancelled due to inclement weather or volunteer availability. Please check website or email from HJTC for any updates.)

Drills are scheduled based on volunteer availability, and offered at different times of the year. Please check the posted level (Orange, Green and Yellow Balls) below.

Orange Ball:
2:00–2:45 PM

Green & Yellow Ball:
3:00–4:00 PM

Dec. 7, 14

Location:
Edith Kanakaole outdoor courts
350 Kalanikoa Street
Hilo, HI 96720

Match Play

Match Play includes participants playing match-type games.

We try to coordinate Match Play sessions prior to tournaments to offer our members a chance to experience and practice what they will be expected to do in competition.

Players need to be able to serve, maintain a baseline to baseline rally, and keep score. If your child is able to do ALL three things, encourage them to participate in Match Play. Please contact hilojrtennis@gmail.com if your child is interested in finding other members to hit with.

Location: EKS outdoor courts

*We do not require sign-ups; please try to arrive just before the match play time so we can coordinate the most matches. The duration of match play will depend on the numbers of players.

HJTC Tournaments

The Hilo Junior Tennis Club sponsors tournaments each year to enable all of our club members to play in tournaments and experience competitive play.

Tournament Information

To enter, players must be members of the United States Tennis Association (USTA). Membership dues are modest. To enroll, please go to USTA - Membership
Players are also encouraged to play in tournaments statewide.

For more information, or to enter a tournament, please go to to the USTA Hawaii Pacific Section's website: USTA Hawaii Pacific Junior Tournament Schedule

Club members may apply for travel subsidies. Please go to our Member Benefits page for more information or to apply.

HJ TC Hosted Tournaments

2026 Schedule to be published soon!

We are excited to share two upcoming USTA Junior Circuit tournaments in Kona that are great opportunities for our orange and green ball players to gain match experience.

1. RKRTC Winter Green Ball Tournament

Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Location: Royal Kona Resort Tennis Club
75-5852 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Tournament ID: 25-08667
Entry Fee: $35
Registration Deadline: December 5, 2025 at 11:59 AM HST

2. RKRTC Winter Orange Ball Tournament

Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025

Location: Royal Kona Resort Tennis Club
75-5852 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Tournament ID: 25-20167
Entry Fee: $35
Registration Deadline: December 5, 2025 at 11:59 AM HST

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