What UTR Do You Need for NCAA Division I — Lower / developing programs Tennis?
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 10.0–11.5
Girls — typical rangeUTR 8.0–10.0
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.
Mercyhurst joined the Northeast Conference in 2024 as part of its move to NCAA Division I.
Opened the 2026-27 season at the YSU Invitational (Sept. 12-13) with a 13-player roster blending six true freshmen and one transfer under head coach Jerome Simon.
Competed in the 2026 Binghamton Championships (NEC Individuals), the NEC's ITA Masters qualifier.
Assistant coach Arseniy Sklyarov, a former Mercyhurst player (2016-21, 42-28 in singles), entered his first season coaching the Laker tennis teams in 2026-27.
Mercyhurst Men's: FAQs
How do I get recruited by the Mercyhurst University Men's Tennis tennis program?
Start by researching the program's roster and contacting Jerome Simon (Head Coach) with your UTR rating, tournament results, and video. Most NCAA Division I recruiting starts sophomore or junior year of high school.
What UTR rating do I need for Mercyhurst University NCAA Division I tennis?
Typical recruited players at this level sit around UTR 10.0–11.5 (boys) and 8.0–10.0 (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 Mercyhurst University is its current roster's level: ask the staff directly.
Does Mercyhurst 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 Mercyhurst University Men's Tennis program?
Jerome Simon is the head coach. See the full staff list above — each coach has a profile page.
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