The Silicon Alley Tennis Invitational was started in 2015 and was a hit with all players and spectators.
We pair all doubles teams and mix skills between all. All teams created should have a decent shot at winning the tournament. In our first year, we had two draws based on skill level. In 2016, we did a single draw and mixed the teams as best as possible.
Each team plays 4-5 matches of 5 games each. Players can expect to play 20-25 games during the tournament. Introduced in 2016 was a fun competitive warm up which we awarded prizes for the longest rally, fastest serve, beat the pro, and most volleys. The warm-up lasts 45 minutes before we play another 90 minutes of tournament tennis.
To participate in the Silicon Alley Tennis Invitational, players should be able to serve and keep a rally going. We look for 4.0+ NTRP-rated players and above.
Fun fact: The 2022 Silicon Alley Tennis Invitational was played at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, the same facility and courts on which the US Open is played.