2.5
This player is just starting to play tennis and/or has limited playing experience; has some knowledge of scoring but is not familiar with basic positions and procedures for singles and doubles play; has obvious stroke weaknesses and has weak court coverage or is often caught out of position, but is starting to keep the ball in play with others of the same ability.

3.0
This player can place shots with moderate success; can sustain a rally of slow pace but is not comfortable with all strokes; lacks control when trying for power.

3.5
This player has achieved stroke dependability and direction on shots within reach, including forehand and backhand volleys, but still lacks depth and variety; seldom double faults and occasionally forces errors on the serve.

4.0
This player has dependable strokes on both forehand and backhand sides; has the ability to use a variety of shots, including lobs, overheads, approach shots and volleys; can place the first serve and force some errors; is seldom out of position in a doubles game.

4.5
This player has begun to master the use of power and spins; has sound footwork; can control depth of shots and is able to move opponents up and back; can hit first serves with power and accuracy and place the second serve; is able to rush the net with some success on serves in singles as well as doubles.

5.0
This player has good shot anticipation; frequently has an outstanding shot or exceptional consistency around which a game may be structured; can regularly hit winners or force errors off short balls; can successfully execute lobs, drop shots, half volleys and overhead smashes; has good depth and spin on most second serves.

5.5
This player can execute all strokes offensively and defensively; can hit dependable shots under pressure; is able to analyze the greatest possibility of winning points; can hit winners or force errors with both first and second serves; return of service can be an offensive weapon.