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What our coaches get asked at the desk, written down properly. Junior development, where to play, indoor versus outdoor, and what it costs.

A junior group session with a coach at Match Point KC

October 21, 2026 · 8 min read

How do kids join a youth tennis team in Kansas City?

How do kids join a youth tennis team in Kansas City? Compare the summer junior league and USTA team tennis, then see what Blue Springs families can do first.

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An indoor hard court at Match Point KC with the club banner on the wall

October 19, 2026 · 8 min read

Indoor tennis courts in Kansas City: when is indoor better?

Indoor tennis courts in Kansas City and Blue Springs, MO: NOAA weather month by month shows when a roof beats the park, plus what to ask before you join a club.

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A women's group session gathered at the net with a coach at Match Point KC

October 19, 2026 · 8 min read

How long to learn tennis as an adult in Blue Springs, MO?

How long does it take to learn tennis as an adult? No official timeline exists, but USTA milestones help. What speeds it up and where to start in Blue Springs.

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Will Gross with six women players holding their racquets on an indoor court

October 6, 2026 · 7 min read

What makes a good tennis coach? A Blue Springs coach answers

What makes a good tennis coach? USTA Heart of America asked Will Gross, director and tennis coach in Blue Springs, MO. His answer, plus a checklist to use.

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A junior player lining up a backswing during an indoor session at Match Point KC

September 18, 2026 · 9 min read

Raising a competitive junior tennis player in Blue Springs

How to raise a competitive junior tennis player in Blue Springs, MO: the right ball for each age, hours per week, how to pick a coach and when to compete.

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An empty indoor hard court at Match Point KC

September 18, 2026 · 7 min read

Where can you play tennis in Blue Springs, MO?

Where can you play tennis in Blue Springs, MO? Public park courts in good weather, four indoor courts year round, and a quiz on whether to book, learn or hit.

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A player reaching for a backhand during an indoor pickleball rally at Match Point KC

September 18, 2026 · 7 min read

Is indoor pickleball better than outdoor in Blue Springs?

Is indoor pickleball better than outdoor in Blue Springs, MO? The ball, the wind, the city courts and four indoor courts compared, with a side-by-side toggle.

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An empty indoor hard court at Match Point KC

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