Sponsorship · Racquets and strings

Solinco junior tennis sponsorship

Yes. Solinco has an online Team Solinco application for US-based juniors and adults, and says it typically supports players rated 3 stars and higher on TennisRecruiting.net. International players send a PDF request form by email; their criteria are set by Solinco's regional partners. Benefits are not published.

By Dave Lobell · Checked October 18, 2026

Can a junior apply?

Yes. US juniors use an online form (typically 3 stars and up); international players email a PDF form.

Solinco junior programs

Team Solinco Player Application (US)

Juniors and adults based in the United States United States

Who qualifies

Typically 3 stars and higher (star rating as used on TennisRecruiting.net)
Form asks for USTA ID, section, age group (10U-18U), sectional and national singles ranking, ITF ranking, current racquet/strings, existing sponsorship contracts, referrer

What the player gets

Not published by Solinco.

What the brand expects

Not published by Solinco.

How to apply

Complete the Google Form (requires legal guardian email for juniors). [1]

Open the Solinco page

International Sponsorship Request

Players outside the US International

Who qualifies

Set by Solinco's regional partners
Form asks for academy/coach, ITF ranking, national ranking, UTR, age group, social handles and a background paragraph

What the player gets

Not published by Solinco.

What the brand expects

Not published by Solinco.

How to apply

Contact the regional Solinco office, or email the PDF to info@solincosports.com with subject 'International Sponsorship Request: [Full Name], [Country]'. Allow 2-3 weeks; no reply in that time likely means criteria not met, and you may re-apply later. [4]

Open the Solinco page

Coach Application

Coaches United States form; country field included

Who qualifies

Form asks about coaching hours, facility, clientele, stringing

What the player gets

Not published by Solinco.

What the brand expects

Not published by Solinco.

How to apply

Google Form [1]

Open the Solinco page

How to approach Solinco, step by step

Check the star rating on TennisRecruiting.net. Solinco typically supports 3 stars and up (a guideline, not a hard rule).
Have the USTA ID, section, age group, sectional and national ranking, ITF ranking and current racquet and strings ready.
US players: fill in the Team Solinco player application on the Solinco sponsorship page.
International players: fill in the PDF request form and email it to Solinco.
List any current sponsorship contracts honestly. The form asks.

Other ways to get Solinco gear support

Shops, academies and stringers can open an account by emailing sales@solincosports.com. [1]
A separate coach sponsorship application exists. [3]

What to watch out for

The '3 stars' guideline is 'typically', not a hard cut-off, and applies to the US form; international criteria differ by regional partner. [1]
Solinco states that sponsorships cannot be offered to everyone who requests one. [1]

New to sponsorship? Start with the full guide to junior tennis sponsorship: how to build a player profile, write a one-page proposal and follow up.

Solinco sponsorship questions parents ask

Can my child apply for a Solinco tennis sponsorship?

Yes. US juniors use an online form (typically 3 stars and up); international players email a PDF form.

What rating does Solinco look for?

Solinco says it typically supports players rated 3 stars and higher.

How long until we hear back (international)?

Allow 2-3 weeks; if there is no reply, the player likely did not meet the criteria and can re-apply later.

Do juniors need a parent on the form?

Yes, the US player form asks for a legal guardian email address.

Sources

Checked October 18, 2026. Programs, forms and criteria change. Check the brand's own page before you apply.

Other brands

Brand	Can a junior apply?
adidas	Not for full sponsorship. US juniors who meet a ranking rule can join adiplayer (30% off).
Nike	No. Nike does not accept unsolicited sponsorship requests.
Wilson (incl. Luxilon, Select Team, W-Team)	Yes, for the Wilson + Luxilon Select Team (discounted gear, not free gear).
HEAD	Yes. Team HEAD USA takes US juniors 18 and under with an official ranking. HEAD Australia has its own form.
Babolat	Yes. Send a request through the Babolat sponsorship form.
Yonex	US juniors only, through an online form. The form is closed for 2026; Yonex says to reach out in January 2027.
Dunlop	Yes. Team Dunlop has an "Apply Now" contact form. No criteria are published.
Diadem	Yes. The Diadem Dynasty Team is open to players of all levels (gear at a discounted or free price point).
Lacoste	No individual application. Junior routes are Les Petits As, Petits Crocos and the free Lacoste Junior Tennis Academy in New York.
New Balance	Not published. New Balance has no public junior application.
FILA	No individual application. FILA works through academies (JTCC) and junior events.
K-Swiss	Yes, from age 14: the Team K-Swiss ambassador program (UK site). No US version found.
On	Not published. On has no public junior application.

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