The Ball Kids Programme serves as a fundamental part of the WTA Finals’ elite support system together with world-class umpires, volunteers and on-court helpers. It encourages youth to learn more about the sport, while instilling lifelong values such as teamwork, discipline, and professionalism through a fun-filled experience.
40 ball kids aged between 12 and 16 years old will have the opportunity to be in the thick of the sporting action and take part in an incredible journey with the team at the BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global 2018.
Registration for the 2018 Ball Kids Programme is now closed.
Please email wtafvolunteers@lagardere-se.com if you have any queries.
- Timeline
- Requirements
- Selection Trial
- Squad Training Sessions
- Official Duties
- Be aged between 12 and 16 years in October 2018
- Attend the compulsory Selection Trial in Singapore on 17 March 2018
- Have full availability for training sessions between April to October 2018
- Have unrestricted availability for the WTA Finals 2018 from 21 – 28 October 2018
- Demonstrate a good understanding of the game of tennis
- Be trustworthy and willing to work hard
- Demonstrate excellent team work
| DATE: | Saturday 17 March 2018 |
| TIME: | Sessions will run from 8.00am – you will be advised your allocated time closer to the date |
| VENUE: | Methodist Girls School, Indoor Sports Complex |
| (There will be a small area for parents/guardians to wait while the trials are taking place) | |
Practical assessment of the following skills, including but not limited to:
- general tennis knowledge
- general hand-eye coordination
- general ability to catch, throw, roll and stop a ball
- reaction time
- agility and speed
- ability to catch and pick up a tennis ball on the run
- ability to roll the ball along the ground to a target with speed and accuracy
- willingness to work hard to improve personal skill level
To be eligible for participation you must be able to commit to attending these sessions. Failure to meet this requirement without adequate documentation may result in your withdrawal from the position.
| TIME: | 8.30am - 11am |
| VENUE: | Methodist Girls School |
| Session | Date |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sat, 14 April |
| 2 | Sat, 28 April |
| 3 | Sat, 12 May |
| 4 | Sat, 26 May |
| 5 | Sat, 2 June |
| 6 | Sat, 9 June |
| 7 | Sat, 28 July |
| 8 | Sat, 11 August |
| 9 | Sat, 25 August |
| 10 | Sat, 1 September |
| 11 | Sat, 8 September |
| 12 | Sat, 15 September |
| 13 | Sat, 22 September |
| 14 | Sat, 29 September |
| 15 | Sat, 6 October |
| 16 | Sat, 13 October |
To be eligible for participation you must be able to commit to attending these sessions. Failure to meet this requirement without adequate documentation may result in your withdrawal from the position.
Induction
| Date: | Sat, 20 October |
| Time: | 11am - 3pm |
| Venue: | TBC |
Event Period
Date: Sun, 21 October - Sun, 28 October
Shift times are to be confirmed and are subject to change. As an indication of possible roster times, we would be asking for commitment as follows:
| Session | Sign in | Play starts | Sign in | Play starts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, 21 October | 9.30am | 11.00am | OR | 3.30pm | 5.00pm |
| Monday, 22 October | 6.00pm | 7.30pm | |||
| Tuesday, 23 October | 6.00pm | 7.30pm | |||
| Wednesday, 24 October | 6.00pm | 7.30pm | |||
| Thursday, 25 October | 12.00pm | 1.30pm | OR | 6.00pm | 7.30pm |
| Friday, 26 October | 12.00pm | 1.30pm | OR | 6.00pm | 7.30pm |
| Saturday, 27 October | 12.00pm | 1.30pm | OR | 6.00pm | 7.30pm |
| Sunday, 28 October | 2.30pm | 4.00pm |
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