10s Select
Invitation-only 10s training for committed players tracking to the performance pathway. For players ready to move beyond development and train with intent.
Where Development Becomes Direction
The 10s Pathway at ML Tennis represents a critical phase in a player’s development, where foundational skills evolve into structured training, competitive understanding and long-term progression. At this stage, players begin to train with greater intent, consistency and purpose, developing the habits required to move toward performance pathways. Programs are delivered using Green Ball to support optimal technical, tactical, and athletic development at this stage.
The 10 & Under Pathway
Players progress through two levels in this stage, each designed to support long-term development: 10s Develop and 10s Select.
10s Develop
The Foundation of Intent
Building the Foundations for Competitive Performance
A structured, intensive development program for players who are committed to improving and ready to train with greater intent.
- NTechnical development across all strokes
- NMovement, balance and coordination
- NRally consistency and control under pressure
- NIntroduction to tactical awareness and match play
- NDevelopment of training habits and intent
10s Select — Invitation Only
The Premier Tier
Our Premier 10 & Under Program (Invitation Only)
An invitation-only program for players identified as ready to accelerate their development toward performance pathways.
- NIncreased training volume and coaching contact
- NHigh-standard, performance-aligned environment
- NTactical development and match play focus
- NAthletic development (speed, balance, coordination)
- NEmotional intelligence, resilience and composure
Players progress from 10s Develop into 10s Select as they demonstrate the level, commitment, and readiness required for higher level training.
10s Select
- Our Premier 10 & Under Program
10s Select is designed for players who have been identified as ready to take the next step in their development.
Training is structured, consistent and performance-aligned, supporting players as they begin to train with greater intent, accountability and purpose. The focus is on strengthening foundations while developing the weapons, movement, skillset and competitive behaviours required for long-term progression.
This is where developing players begin to separate themselves.
What Makes 10s Select Different?
Every player’s journey is different. These principles guide how we coach with consistency, care, and long-term development in mind.
Professional Credentials
- NInvitation-only training environment
- NIncreased weekly training volume and coaching contact
- NStructured sessions designed for progression and consistency
- NClear expectations and accountability
Player Development
- NTechnical development under pressure
- NTactical awareness and decision making
- NAthletic development (speed, balance, coordination)
- NMovement patterns suited to competitive tennis
Performance Habits
- NEmotional control, resilience and composure
- NFocus, discipline and training intent
- NCompetitive behaviours and match awareness
- NConsistency across training and competition
Pathway Support
- NGuidance on competition and tournament play
- NAlignment with Tennis Australia Player Development Matrix
- NParent education and communication
- NLong-term player development planning
Every element of the program is designed to prepare players for the demands of performance-level training.
- Testimonials
What Parents Are Saying
We came across Michael through a recommendation and it completely changed our son’s tennis. The structure, clarity and level of coaching in 10s Select gave him direction and confidence — not just in training, but in competition as well.
My oldest daughter, Sasha started Teddy Tennis lessons at 3 years of age (in 2012) at the Martin Street squash courts with Michael. She participated in a group lesson with 3 other children of a similar age.
From April 2007 to January 2009, Michael served as the Head Coach of my Academy, CLTA. My program focuses on serious tournament training and preparing players with a world-class foundation for future top collegeand professional play.