Tennis Etiquette

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Courtside Conduct

Keep it Quiet Let's keep the noise down, especially when matches are in progress. Shouting or loud conversations can disrupt players' focus.

Mind Your Manners Avoid walking behind active courts. It can be distracting and even dangerous. If you need to pass, do so quickly and quietly.

Respect the Time Be mindful of others' court time. Don't start playing early or linger after your allotted time.

Section 2: Game Preparation

Dress the Part Wear appropriate tennis attire, like comfortable clothing and non-marking tennis shoes.

Neat & Tidy Keep your equipment, like extra rackets, water bottles, and bags, out of the way of players.

Fair Play To determine who serves first, flip a coin or spin a racket. The winner can choose to serve or receive, or select the side of the court.

Get organised  Use your BallTrace to mark your balls for rapid identification and accurate retrieval from other players.

Section 3: Ball Handling

Share the Load Help out by fetching balls and returning them to the court.

Mind Your Aim Avoid rolling balls onto other courts, especially during play. It can be disruptive and even dangerous.

Efficient Ball Exchange Take time to see howe the players around yoiu have marked their balls. Once you know whose are whose, pass balls quickly and courteously.

Section 4: Sportsmanship

Positive Vibes Only Keep a positive attitude, even if you're losing. Encourage your partner and opponent.

Honest Calls Call your own lines honestly. If you're unsure, err on the side of calling the ball in.

Resolve Disputes Peacefully If you disagree with a line call, offer a "let" to replay the point. Avoid arguing or making a scene.

Section 5: Match Play

Call the Score Announce the score before each serve to avoid confusion.

Question Calls Wisely If you think a call is incorrect, question it politely and only once per point.

Fair Play Warm-up Warm up gently and considerately, allowing your opponent to do the same. Avoid hitting hard shots or practising aggressive shots during the warm-up.

Section 6: Additional Tips

Be Patient Tennis can be frustrating at times. Stay calm, take deep breaths, and enjoy the game.

Learn from Others Watch experienced players and learn from their etiquette.

Have Fun! Remember, tennis is a game. Enjoy the experience and the camaraderie of fellow players.