College coaches look at UTR before anything else — it's the fastest way they filter recruits. Here's the typical recruited range for this level:
Boys — typical rangeUTR 9.0–12.0
Girls — typical rangeUTR 5.5–9.0
Typical roster bands, not cutoffs. Coaches recruit the whole player — grades, character, and how you compete all matter. The most honest benchmark for any school is its current roster's level: ask the coach directly.
Derek Howard was hired in June 2026 as head coach of Avila's men's and women's tennis programs.
Howard came from Raymore-Peculiar High School, where he coached 11 years, won 2 district titles and produced 8 Missouri state qualifiers.
The 2026-27 season is the program's third year of existence.
Axel Scott was named 2026 KCAC Men's Co-Freshman of the Year.
Avila Men's: FAQs
How do I get recruited by the Avila University Men's Tennis tennis program?
Start by researching the program's roster and contacting Derek Howard (Head Coach) with your UTR rating, tournament results, and video. Most NAIA recruiting starts sophomore or junior year of high school.
What UTR rating do I need for Avila University NAIA tennis?
Typical recruited players at this level sit around UTR 9.0–12.0 (boys) and 5.5–9.0 (girls). Those are typical roster bands, not cutoffs — coaches recruit the whole player, and walk-ons can sit below the band. The most honest benchmark for Avila University is its current roster's level: ask the staff directly.
Does Avila University offer athletic scholarships for tennis?
Scholarship rules differ by division: D1 and D2 programs can offer athletic scholarships, D3 programs offer only academic/need-based aid, and NAIA/JUCO programs have their own aid rules. Ask the staff what is available for your recruiting class.
Who coaches the Avila University Men's Tennis program?
Derek Howard is the head coach. See the full staff list above — each coach has a profile page.
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