The 2025 USTA/Midwest Tennis & Education Foundation NJTL Essay Contest
Now Open!

The USTA/Midwest Tennis & Education Foundation is excited to announce a new essay contest for 2025, open to all Midwest NJTL chapters. Since the National NJTL Essay Contest is limited to high school students, we’re launching our own Midwest version to engage younger participants across our chapters.

Who? 
All Midwest National Junior Tennis and Learning (NJTL) players in grades 3rd-8th are eligible to participate.

The Essay Question (NOTE: Two-part question):
Everyone faces tough times sometimes. Think of a moment when something didn’t go your way or was really hard for you.  What did you learn from it, and how did it help you grow or become stronger?

Guidelines:
Length: Up to 500 words
Format: Typed or neatly handwritten
Original Work: Your own thoughts, ideas, and experiences (0% AI generated)
Deadline: July 11, 2025
Winner & Finalists Announced: July 21, 2025  

Link to submit: qrco.de/MTEFEssay

SEE ASSITIONAL INFORMATION HERE

Prize Package:

• 4 tickets to the Cincinnati Open (day and evening sessions) on Thurs., August 7
• Parking pass included
• Two-night stay at Great Wolf Lodge in a KidKamp Suite with patio (sleeps 2 adults and 2 children.) Includes water park passes
• Check-in: Wednesday, August 6 (after 4 p.m.)
• Check-out: Friday, August 8 (by 11 a.m.)
  Please note: Transportation is not included. Winners are responsible for arranging their own travel to Cincinnati. 

For questions, contact Zoy Brown (317) 669-0443 or zoy@midwest.usta.com