USTA Flex vs Gladiator Tennis

With USTA Flex, you can play tennis at your level on a court near you, whenever it suits you. Get on the court and enjoy friendly, competitive singles or doubles matches. Whatever your level – beginner or advanced – you will play exciting matches, meet new people and improve your game. Flex leagues are taking place all across the US and all year round for adults over the age of 18. Leagues take place in a round-robin or ladder 2.0 format, and a season generally runs for 8 to 12 weeks. You can arrange matches whenever you want – so it’s ideal if you’re looking to compete around your busy lifestyle. Why you should join More tennis: Play 5-7 level-based matches while making new tennis friends Ultimate flexibility: With our in-app chat, scheduling matches around your life has never been easier. Play when you want, where you want Track your progress: Every match is an opportunity to improve your game and improve your WTN rating Features of the USTA Flex app - Find all you need in one place – entering leagues, setting up matches, inputting scores and match history - In-app chat – easily schedule matches with your opponents with individual and group chats - More to come: Set up your own flex leagues and join local events and communities to get the most out of your tennis Not sure of your level of play? No problem – we’ll find the right group for you using your ITF World Tennis Number, so you play opponents at the right level for you. What’s the ITF World Tennis Number? The ITF World Tennis Number is a rating system for all tennis players across the world. It makes it easier for everyone who plays tennis in US to organize and play against opponents of a similar standard. • A worldwide rating system that ranges from 40 (beginner players) to 1 (pro players). • Has separate ratings for Singles and Doubles players • Uses a sophisticated algorithm to calculate your rating and updates it every time you compete • Counts sets and matches played, which means the more you compete, the more accurate your WTN will be Game on! Download the USTA Flex App today and enter a world where more tennis matches are just a tap away. Join our community of passionate players and discover the joy of playing tennis on your terms. Let’s make every match count with USTA Flex!

Gladiator Tennis is a flex tennis league built for competitive adults who want real matches, real standings, and a playoff path — without anyone dictating their Saturday mornings. How it works: Register for a 6–8 week season, get placed in a skill-matched division, and receive your match schedule. Then play on your terms — any evening or weekend that works for both you and your opponent within the assigned match week. No fixed court times. No team captains. Just tennis. Your season, your standings: Every week you'll compete against players at your skill level (Skill levels ranging from 2.5 to 5.5). Track your record, earn points, and watch your faction standings update in real time. Top performers qualify for the Colosseum — the end-of-season playoff bracket. The Gauntlet: Between seasons, or whenever the competitive itch hits, the Gauntlet is a find-a-match tool where you can post or claim casual matches, rated UTR-verified matches, hitting sessions, or sub spots for league players who need a fill-in. What's inside the app: - Flex match scheduling with opponent availability tools - Score submission and confirmation flow - Faction standings and Colosseum playoff tracker - Head-to-head records and opponent match history - Anonymous Honor Score sportsmanship ratings - Gauntlet for year-round play - Season Wrapped recap with your full stats Why Gladiator Tennis: - Skill-matched from day one — no blowouts, no mismatches - Short, manageable seasons (6–8 weeks) across spring, summer, fall, and winter - A fraction of the cost of a club membership - Flexibility to play whenever and wherever you want – choose any local court - UTR-verified results available so your matches count toward your official rating Whether you played in college and want a reason to compete again, or you've never joined a league and want to find out where you stack up — Gladiator Tennis is the league for players who crave both competition and flexibility. Sign up at gladiatortennis.com