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 9.0–11.5
Girls — typical rangeUTR 6.5–9.5
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.
2024-25 GLIAC regular season and tournament champions; first NCAA Nationals appearance in program history (Elite Eight), 19-3 record
Doubles pair Victor Lopes/Lucas Gonzalez were the first Lakers to win the ITA Midwest Regional doubles tournament and advance to the ITA Cup
Head coach Samantha Barr previously coached both tennis programs at DII University of Illinois-Springfield
Grand Valley State Men's: FAQs
How do I get recruited by the Grand Valley State University Men's Tennis tennis program?
Start by researching the program's roster and contacting Samantha Barr (Head Coach) with your UTR rating, tournament results, and video. Most NCAA Division II recruiting starts sophomore or junior year of high school.
What UTR rating do I need for Grand Valley State University NCAA Division II tennis?
Typical recruited players at this level sit around UTR 9.0–11.5 (boys) and 6.5–9.5 (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 Grand Valley State University is its current roster's level: ask the staff directly.
Does Grand Valley State 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 Grand Valley State University Men's Tennis program?
Samantha Barr is the head coach. See the full staff list above — each coach has a profile page.
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