The United States Tennis Association is seeking to further its development of the sport following plans to introduce a US$60m (€44.1m, £35.7m) training complex in Orlando, Florida.

The 63-acre project will be based in the Lake Nona area, supplying USTA and its members with the use of over 100 courts.

The centre will house the USTA's Community Tennis and Player Development divisions, which are primarily based in New York.

The development has been devised in order to bridge the gap between rising youngsters and high-end professionals, with the complex boasting a tournament and league area with 40 hard and clay courts and player pavilions.

This area will also feature a tournament administration office that will include trainer rooms, a stringer area, player lounge, public restrooms and a check-in area.

Also proposed are 12 courts for intercollegiate use, allowing for the University of Central Florida to host its home matches there.

To ensure progression for talented youngsters, the base will feature 16 courts, which are dedicated to the development of players.

“Our goal is simple: to continue to raise the bar for our sport,” said Gordon Smith, USTA Executive Director and COO. “Our new facility in Orlando will help ensure we develop the next generation of players, coaches, tennis providers, officials and volunteers.”

Such is the size of the centre, it is thought that Lake Nona will be able to host development matches through to high profile events such as the Davis Cup.

The USTA hopes that the centre will be opened in late 2016, or by early 2017.