What does a ballkid do? Ballkids play an integral role in ensuring that tennis tournaments run smoothly. Throughout the Australian Open series, each ballkid is a focal part of every game, be it at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne or at other events in other states. Who can be a ballkid? We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply as we want our ballkids to represent the diversity of our communities. AO25 ballkids must be 12 to 15 as of 31st December 2024 to be eligible for selection. * Brisbane International, and Sydney Tennis and Perth Tennis Ballkids age category is 12 to 16. How do I apply? You can register by completing the form below. By registering for the Ballkid Program you are indicating that you would like to be considered to participate in the Australian Open, Australian Open Series and Pro Tour Events across Australia. Please note that trials and training sessions are held in each events home state e.g. AO training will be held in Victoria. If you select event outside your home state you are acknowledging that there will be a requirement to travel. PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATIONS HAVE CLOSED FOR THE FOLLOWING 2025 EVENTS: AUSTRALIAN OPEN BRISBANE TENNIS PERTH TENNIS SYDNEY TENNIS HOBART INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATIONS FOR THE ADELAIDE INTERNATIONAL AND CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL ARE STILL OPEN. Please complete the form below * Indicates that the field is mandatory Age Date of birth:* 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 January February March April May June July August September October November December 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 Events * Please enter/select your date of birth to see the events you can apply for. Applicant details First name:* Last name:* Gender Pronoun: -- Please Select -- He/Him/His She/Her/Hers They/Them/Theirs Gender:* -- Please Select -- Male Female Non-binary I use a different term Prefer not to say Postcode:* State:* -- Please Select -- ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA Contact email:* Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander? Yes No Parent/Guardian details First name:* Last name:* Mobile:* (no spaces please) Please confirm that parental/guardian consent has been obtained. Privacy Policy/Terms & Conditions Please confirm that Parents/Guardians have reviewed and accepted Privacy Policy. Please confirm that Parents/Guardians have reviewed and accepted the Terms & Conditions. Receive Special Offers Receive offers from Tennis Australia and other Australian tennis organisations regarding their products and services (Optional). Receive Third-party offers regarding their products and services from Tennis Australia and other Australian tennis organisations sponsors and partners (Optional). Uniform Sizing Shirt/Jacket: -- Please Select -- J10 J12 J14 XS S M L XL Shorts/Trousers: -- Please Select -- J10 J12 J14 XS S M L XL Shoes: -- Please Select -- 5 5.5 6 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5 11 11.5 12 12.5 13 14 15 Tennis Experience Do you play tennis at a local tennis club? No Yes Club Name: Are you currently working with a Tennis Coach? No Yes Coach Name: Contact Us Ballkid Program National Office E: [email protected]