2009 League Rules

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.  Matches have a 90 min time limit.

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 player substitutions will be allowed, you must play your own matches.

Reporting score: Match winners are to report scores  immediately following the match.  Players may do so by coming up to the front desk, using the phone in the players lounge, telephone the front desk 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(s). In the event there is a tie, the champion(s) will be settled as follows:

1.      Head-to-Head.  Winner of the head-to-head match played previously between the two players or team 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: Rescheduling is discouragedOnly one reschedule will be allowed per person per league season. Rescheduling rules are as follows:

·         It is the responsibility of the player(s) needing to reschedule to contact their opponent(s) at least a week prior to the match, if possible.

·         The match must also be played no later than 7 days after the original date.  

·         Failure to reach an agreed rescheduling time shall result in a loss to the player or team responsible.

·       Complimentary courts are no longer provided after the first reschedule. The player or team responsible for the reschedule will pay the normal court fee. Rescheduled matches must be reported to jackie_cerda@tempe.gov

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, and Refunds: Please, as a courtesy to your opponent(s), and to maintain the integrity of the league, AVOID NO SHOWS. It should be noted that two no-shows by a player or 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.  No refunds or credits once a league has started.

Rainouts & Inclement Weather: When league matches are rained out, you and your opponent have until the end of the current league to make the match up. If the match is not made up by then it will be marked as “match never played”.  Please call the front desk to reschedule or contact Jackie.  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)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.

 

 

2009 Flex League Rules

The 2009 Flex League Rules are handed out the first night of league or they can be viewed online at www.tempe.gov/tennis

League Structure & Scoring: The player listed 1st on the match schedule is responsible for bringing a can of new tennis balls and for booking the court by contacting the front desk at 480.350.5702. Players are to contact each other to arrange the day and time of the match. Flex League matches may be booked one week in advance. Round robin format, no-add scoring. A 3rd set 10-point match tiebreaker will be played in lieu of a 3rd set.

  • When booking your league match you must inform the front desk that you
    are booking a Flex League match. Flex League match players are the only players
    who can book courts one week in advance.

  • Matches must be played during the week that they are scheduled. If that is not
    possible, or if you are having difficulty finding a court time, contact league
    coordinator Jackie Cerda.

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 player substitutions will be allowed, 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, using the phone in the player's lounge, telephone the front desk (480-350-5711), or by emailing Jackie.  Scores not reported within 7 days will be counted as a loss to both players. 

Scoring SystemThe player 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.

 

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.

No-Shows, Defaults and Refunds: 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 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.  No refunds will be given once you have signed up for a Kiwanis Tennis League.

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 TennisA 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