Penelope Peterson | Tennis Player (2015, USA)

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Penelope Peterson American U12 tennis player training in Kansas City

“My goal is to make the draw of the Junior Orange Bowl in 2026.”

Penelope Peterson tennis player born in 2015 is an American junior tennis player competing in the USTA U12 category. Training with the Genesis High Performance Team in Kansas City under coach Idris Smith, Penelope is known for her all-court game and athletic style. Ranked No. 271 nationally, she has already earned a podium finish at the prestigious Lil’ Mo International and is aiming to qualify for the Junior Orange Bowl.

Through Tennis Papers, discover an exclusive profile and interview highlighting her tennis journey, playing style, competitive experience, and ambitions.

This profile is based on an exclusive interview conducted by Tennis Papers.

👧 Penelope Peterson | Biography, June 2026

Full NamePenelope Peterson
Date of birth2015
NationalityAmerican 🇺🇸
ResidenceKansas, USA
Age started tennis4
Tennis age categoryU12
USTA RankingTop 300
International ranking
UTR tennis rating3.xx
Tennis clubGenesis High Performance Team
CoachesIdris Smith
SponsorsWilson
Instagram@powerpennyp
Penelope Peterson American U12 tennis player training in Kansas City
Penelope Peterson American U12 tennis player training in Kansas City
Penelope Peterson, American U12 tennis player and Wilson-sponsored junior competitor
Penelope Peterson American U12 tennis player training in Kansas City

🎙️ Penelope Peterson | Interview, June 2026

Introduce yourself: Name, Age, Date of Birth, Nationality, City of Residence
My name is Penelope Peterson. I am 11 years old and was born in 2015. I am from the United States.
What languages do you speak?
I speak English, but I would love to learn French in the future.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis when I was 4 years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
I am the first person in my family to play tennis, but my younger brother has recently started taking lessons.
In which tennis club do you train?
I train with the Genesis High Performance Team in Kansas City.
What is your coaching team?
My coach is Idris Smith, who runs the high-performance tennis program at my club.
What is your weekly training routine?
During the summer, I train with Idris every day. We also have clinics, fitness training, and match play sessions from Monday to Thursday.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
My strength is being an all-court player. I like to use my athleticism to my advantage. I am currently working on becoming a stronger player at the net.
What is your age category and national ranking?
I compete in the USTA U12 category and I am currently ranked No. 271 nationally.
What have been your greatest successes so far?
Some of my greatest achievements include finishing third at the 2025 Lil’ Mo International in Colorado and winning three USTA Level 3 singles matches.
In which countries have you played tournaments?
So far, I have only competed in the United States, but I hope to play international tournaments soon.
Do you have any sponsors?
Yes, I am sponsored by Wilson.
What is your goal for 2026?
My goal is to make the draw of the Junior Orange Bowl in 2026.
What is your tennis dream?
My dream is to become the No. 1 player in the world.
Which player would you most like to meet and why?
I would love to meet Serena Williams because I believe she is the greatest WTA player of all time.
What do you enjoy doing outside of tennis?
Outside of tennis, I enjoy spending time with my friends, especially my tennis friend, Elle.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
I would like to dedicate this interview to my first tennis coach, Carlos Acosta, because he has always believed in me.
Penelope, thank you for the interview 🎾
Tennis Papers wishes you all the best in your tennis journey and future USTA tournaments 💜

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