Have you ever dreamed of being inches away from the world’s best tennis players? Being a ballkid is more than just a job on court—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
As a vital part of the NT Ballcrew, you’ll gain incredible life skills, build lifelong friendships, and experience the heart-pounding action of professional tennis from the best seat in the house.
The Role
Our Ballkids are the backbone of every match. You’ll support elite players and officials by managing court flow, staying sharp under pressure, and working as a high-performing team. To join our world-class environment, we look for:
- Dedication: Commitment to training sessions.
- Elite Standards: Exceptional behavior and attitude, both on and off the court.
- Teamwork: A passion for supporting your crew and the players.
Elite Pathways & Opportunities
Being part of the NT program opens doors to major national stages:
- Summer of Tennis Events: Our top-performing ballkids may be selected for exclusive leadership roles during the Australian ‘Summer of Tennis’ events (the Adelaide International, Hobart International, or the United Cup) or build their experience at international tournaments.
- Top Gun Program: Up to 2 of NT’s best ballkids will be selected by the NT Ballkid Coordinator to represent the NT at the Australian Open 2027 – their chance to share the court with some of the games’ greatest players!
- First Nations Program: We are proud to select ballkids from the National Indigenous Tennis Carnival (Darwin, 5–9 August). Open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth.
Your Journey to the Australian Open 2027
This is your chance to start a journey that could lead all the way to Melbourne Park. By joining the NT Ballcrew for our upcoming Darwin events, you put yourself in the running for the ultimate “money can’t buy” experience: Selection for the 2027 Australian Open!
Upcoming Darwin Events
- J30 Darwin Junior International (31st of May)
- J60 Junior Junior International (6th of June)
- M25 Darwin International Pro Tour (4th of October)
- M25 NT International Pro Tour (11th of October)
Ready to join the crew?
We are currently considering applications from NT kids aged 11–15.
Join our next training session which will be held on Saturday 9th of May from 10:30-12pm at Darwin International Tennis Centre.
[Apply Now via This Form]
[Read about our 2026 Australian Open Ballkids HERE]
See more information on our Ballkids Page
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