They had 869 total points, split between 691 single points and 578 double points. USTA rankings are determined by adding 100 percent of singles points and 15 percent of doubles points plus any bonus points earned.
They were ranked 800th the week before.
Players earn points per round in tournaments, winning higher points the further into a tournament they advance.
Jarett Cascino of New York Tennis Magazine says tennis is one of the most competitive youth sports.
“There is always someone better than you on any given day, even if you are the number one player in the world!” he said.
Standings are released weekly.
West Des Moines Junior Boys’ 18 rankings in week ending Oct. 1
| Name | Total Points | Single Points | Doubles Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Declan Galligan | 2,071 | 1,271 | 3,004 |
| Daniel Lu | 869 | 691 | 578 |
| Ishan Chawla | 90 | 90 | N/A |
| Vyas Amalkar | 77 | 60 | 115 |
| Ayush Jha | 63 | 63 | N/A |
| Frankie Scott | 23 | 22 | 4 |
| Seppe Fratianni | 22 | 21 | 4 |
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