IMG Academy International Tennis Championship

November 24 – 30 | IMG Academy | Bradenton, FL

Tennis & Basketball Facility

5500 34^th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34210

The IMG Academy International Tennis Championship is a selection-based International USTA Tournament governed by ITF age eligibility rules, with competition in the 12U, 14U, 16U, and 18U ITF divisions. Application submission does not guarantee entry — there are only 128 qualifying draw invites and 64 main draw invites per group.

The event is open to the public, and matches are streamed live via PlaySight.

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Application & Eligibility

Register here for the 12U, 14U, & 16U Registration for the IMG Academy International Tennis Championship. Registration Deadline: 11:59AM October 13

18U ITF Registration for the IMG Academy International Tennis Championship will open this summer.

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USTA Membership

Everyone is required to have a USTA membership in order to sign up for the IMG Academy International Tennis Championship. Please click here for registration instructions through the USTA.

Selection Process

The IMG Academy International Tennis Championship is a selection-based tournament. Application submission does not guarantee entry into the tournament. There are only 128 qualifying draw invites and 64 main draw invites per group.

Following the registration deadline, the committee will meet and determine the acceptance list in the following weeks. Once the committee has finalized the acceptance list, it will be posted on the USTA tournament webpage by the end of October. IMG Academy International Tennis Championship is an International USTA Tournament that is governed by the ITF age eligibility rules.

Age Eligibility

U.S. and foreign players are eligible per the ITF age requirements.

16 & under — born in 2010 or 2011 (must be 16 or younger on December 31, 2026).
14 & under — born in 2012 or 2013 (must be 14 or younger on December 31, 2026).
12 & under — born in 2014 or 2015 (must be 12 or younger on December 31, 2026).

10 years old or younger with enough points from Net Generation PlayTracker may be registered.

Sign-In

On-site sign-in is MANDATORY for all participants and will take place at IMG Academy at the new Tennis & Basketball Facility located at 5500 34^th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34210. Please plan travel accordingly to attend your corresponding check-in date and time below (please note the differences for Qualifying Draw and Main Draw). All participants must bring the following to their check-in:

USTA #
Photo identification (passport, license, etc.)

Sign-in must be in person during the designated times below. Late sign-ins will not be accepted and your spot will be given to an on-site alternate.

Sign-In Times

Tuesday, November 24
- 10:00AM – 12:00PM 12U Qualifying Sign-In
- 12:00PM – 2:00PM 14U Qualifying Sign-In
- 2:00PM – 4:00PM 16U Qualifying Sign-In
Friday, November 27
- 4:00PM – 6:00PM 18U ITF Qualifying Sign-In
Sunday, November 29
- 10:00AM – 12:00PM 12U Main Draw Sign-In
- 12:00PM – 2:00PM 14U Main Draw Sign-In
- 2:00PM – 4:00PM 16U Main Draw Sign-In
- 4:00PM – 6:00PM 18U ITF Main Draw Mandatory Hospitality Registration

Gift Pick-Up

Gift pick-up time slots for Main Draw on November 29 (no Main Draw sign-in; matches begin on November 30):

10:00AM – 12:00PM BG12 & Under
12:00PM – 2:00PM BG14 & Under
2:00PM – 4:00PM BG16 & Under

On-Site Alternates

If you would like to sign up to be an on-site alternate, please check in during the qualifying registration times listed. Card payments will only be accepted. Refunds will be given for those not selected with valid receipt within 24 hours after first-round matches conclude. Alternates should report to the Tournament Headquarters 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the first-round matches in their division.

Match Day Sign-In

All players must sign in at Tournament Headquarters 15 minutes prior to their assigned match time each day.

Important Dates

October 13 (11:59am) — Registration Deadline
November 11 — Withdraw deadline to receive entry refund
November 24 — Sign-in for Qualifying (BG 12s, 14s, 16s)
November 27 — 18U ITF Qualifying mandatory sign-in
November 29 — Gift pick-up for Main Draw (BG 12s, 14s, 16s / no sign-in for Main Draw players)

*dates and times are subject to change*

Fees & Refunds

Fees

12U – 16U Registration Fee: $170

18U ITF Registration Fee: $100

ITF Main Draw is $150

Refund Policy

November 11^th at 11:59 PM EST is the last day to withdraw and receive a refund.

Spectators & Parking

Spectators

Event is open to the public.

Live stream of matches can be found here via PlaySight:

Live Stream

Parking

$15/day

$50/all tournament pass*

*$5 off if purchased in advance at check-in or online

Last day to purchase presale parking will be at check-in (code: presale). $5 off, $45 total.

Presale Parking

Important Links & Forms

Previous Tournament Champions

Contact

General Inquiries

Email: [email protected]

Before emailing, please make sure you have reviewed all tabs on this page — Tournament Overview, Application & Eligibility, Sign-In Info, Important Dates, Fees & Refunds, Spectators & Parking, and Links & Forms. The answer to your question is likely already there.

Official Partners

Official Photographer

Podium Sports Photography is the Official Photographer of the IMG Academy International Tennis Championship, offering professional quality photography onsite to ONLY those players who register to be photographed. Not all players and matches will be photographed. Spots are limited and are filling up fast. If you want all your high-resolution action photos (150+ digital photos) then you must register ASAP.

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Official Ball

IMG Academy and Dunlop have partnered together to provide players with the most optimal training and development experience available in today's game. Our players utilize the same quality of hard and clay court balls as the professional tours. IMG Academy is a primary location for the testing of all current and future Dunlop products, so athletes have the opportunity to utilize cutting-edge technology and equipment right from campus.

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Official Recovery Partner

Therabody creates the tools you need to accelerate recovery, optimize performance, and take control of your wellness. That’s why they’ve been named the Official Recovery Partner of IMG Academy and the IMG Academy International Tennis Championship. Stop by their activation space on East Campus near the Tennis Courts for a free recovery session. All Therabody products will be there to test out or take home.

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Lifestyle Accommodations

Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy

The Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy is the ultimate lodging accommodation for IMG Academy events. Participants and spectators will enjoy a modern suite of luxury amenities at this lifestyle, boutique hotel - all within walking distance from the IMG Academy campus. Recover in our 24-hour fitness center or by our resort-style pool, connect over a meal at Icon Eatery & Bar or Icon Loft, or enjoy in-room dining.

Due to the popularity of this event, your primary hotel accommodation may be sold out.

For questions on booking accommodations please reach out to our housing team at 844-395-0697

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Transportation

IMG Academy offers dropoff and pickup services to and from several local Florida airports. Schedule your transportation as an individual or with a group for ultimate ease.

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Retail

Explore IMG Academy’s Official Online Store for a wide selection of branded apparel and gear designed for athletes, families, and fans.

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IMG Academy+

IMG Academy+ offers 1-on-1, group and on-demand mental performance and nutrition coaching programs to help transform your game.

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IMG Academy International Tennis Championship

Event Overview

IMG Academy International Tennis Championship