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:
Girls — typical rangeUTR 5.5–9.0
Boys — typical rangeUTR 9.0–12.0
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.
William Woods won its 10th consecutive Heart women's championship in 2026, beating No. 1 seed Missouri Baptist 4-2 in the final.
The 2026 women were the No. 3 seed and beat No. 2 Texas Wesleyan 4-3 in the semifinals.
Abigail Lemberger Hughes, a WWU alumna who played for the Owls from 2015-18, is head coach of both programs; she was the 2024 ITA Central Region men's assistant coach of the year.
William Woods Women's: FAQs
How do I get recruited by the William Woods University Women's Tennis tennis program?
Start by researching the program's roster and contacting Abigail Lemberger Hughes (Head Men's and Women's Tennis 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 William Woods University NAIA tennis?
Typical recruited players at this level sit around UTR 5.5–9.0 (girls) and 9.0–12.0 (boys). 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 William Woods University is its current roster's level: ask the staff directly.
Does William Woods 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 William Woods University Women's Tennis program?
Abigail Lemberger Hughes is the head men's and women's tennis coach. See the full staff list above — each coach has a profile page.
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