TENNIS - CODE OF ETIQUETTE AND PRACTICE
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Turn up on time to play; RULE 23 requires that scheduled matches shall commence by 6.30pm. |
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Talk quietly if you are near tennis courts that are in use. |
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Do not walk behind a court during an active point. Pass as quickly as possibly after a point has finished. |
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Do not disturb people on any court until they have finished. |
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Before starting to play, ensure any equipment you are not using (spare rackets, clothing, drinks, etc.) are out of the way. |
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Do not criticise your partner or opponent, be positive and offer encouragement instead. |
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Line calls can be hard to see from the other side of the court so you must call your own lines, ensuring your opponent can hear you. A ball that touches any part of the line is good, so you don't have to say anything, but you could say "Yep!" as an acknowledgement. |
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If you have a disagreement with your opponent, offer a let. This means you replay the point whether it's a first or second serve. |
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Apologise if you accidentally hit an opponent with the ball, it is only common courtesy. |
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Always respect the line calls of your opponent because they are nearer than you. |
CHIPPENHAM & DISTRICT TENNIS LEAGUE