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The 2008 League Rules are handed out
the first night of league or they can be viewed on line at www.tempe.gov/tennis
League Structure & Scoring: The player(s)
listed 1st on the match schedule shall bring a can of new tennis balls. Round robin
format, no-add scoring. A 3rd set 10-point match tiebreak will be played
in lieu of a 3rd set.
Player check-in:
Players are to check in at the reception desk 10
minutes prior to every match time to receive court assignments prior to play and
to let us know that you are here. No substitute players may be used, you
must play your own matches.
Reporting score:
Match winners are to report scores to the reception desk immediately
following the match. Players may do so by coming up to the front desk,
calling them in (480-350-5711), or by emailing them to Jackie. Scores not reported within 7 days will be counted
as a loss to both players.
Scoring System: The player(s) with the most match wins will be
declared the champion. In the event there is a tie, the champions will be
settled as follows:
1.
Head-to-Head. Winner of the head-to-head match played
between the two players or teams in question.
2.
Sets. Loser of the fewest number of sets.
3. Games. Loser of the fewest number of games.
Match results will be updated weekly for viewing on-line or see the league book located at the KRC Reception Desk.
Match Rescheduling & Communication: E-mail is the preferred
communication method between players. Rescheduling is discouraged. Only
one re-scheduling will be allowed per league season.
Re-scheduling
rules are as follows:
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It is the
responsibility of the player(s) needing to re-schedule to contact their
opponent(s) at least a week prior to the match, if possible.
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The match must
also be played no later than 7 days after the original date. |
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Failure to
reach an agreed re-scheduling time shall result in a loss to the
player(s) responsible. |
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Re-scheduled
matches must be reported to
jackie_cerda@tempe.gov
. Complimentary courts are no longer provided after the first
re-schedule. The player(s) responsible for re-scheduling must pay for
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Lateness & Defaults: Players have a 15 minute "grace" period to show
up and check in at the reception desk after the originally scheduled match time.
Players who check in after the 15 minute default time receive 0 points; however,
the match may still be played for fun if agreeable to the opponent(s).
No-Shows & Defaults: Please, as a courtesy to your opponents,
and to maintain the integrity of the league, AVOID NO
SHOWS. It should be noted that two no-shows by a player or doubles
team during a league session will result in the player or team being defaulted
from the league. The player or team will not be allowed to register for the
following league session.
Rainouts & Inclement Weather: When league matches are rained out, an
additional week of play will be added to the end of the season. Matches will be
played on the same day and time as originally scheduled unless the players
reschedule a make-up for a different date & time. If weather is questionable,
call KRC at 480-350-5711 to find out if you are playing. A decision will be
made one hour in advance of match starting time. If rain interrupts play,
and the match is completed on a different date, the match will resume with the
same score when interrupted.
Additional rules for unsanctioned matches: All league participants are
responsible for reviewing and adhering to the Kiwanis Recreation Center Tennis
(KRC) League rules. For rule and case scenario decisions beyond KRC League
Rules, refer to International Tennis Federation (ITF)RULES
OF TENNIS . A reference hard copy is located at the reception desk.
Tennis officials are not available for league play. Conflicts
shall be resolved as follows: 1) Players are encouraged to come to a mutual
agreement. 2) Players are encouraged to use the ITF Rules of Tennis and
USTA code of conduct for case decisions. 3) Players who cannot reach a
compromise may contact
jackie_cerda@tempe.gov
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