RTA Junior Fall Challenger L6

Players must have access to a device with Match Tennis App loaded and logged in and at least one of the phone numbers listed in your MTA account. Please charge your phones before you leave home.

When you are on site and ready to play, check in for your match using MTA. Once I have both opponents checked in AND an open court, you will receive your court assignment via text. If you have checked in and have not received a court assignment, I am either waiting on your opponent or an empty court. Confirm your court assignment and proceed IMMEDIATELY to your assigned court. Balls will be on court. Match format is two sets to 6, win by 2, ad scoring, 7 point set tiebreak at 6-6; 10 point match tiebreak at one set all, if necessary. 5 minute warm up. Match format may change if the tournament is delayed by weather.

When your match is complete, place used balls in designated boxes by the gate and report score in MTA immediately. Both players need to report scores; if you do not report your score within 15 minutes of the end of your match, you forfeit any appeal if you feel the score is incorrect. Your next match time can be found in the online draws. Draws will be updated as I get scores reported. Officials at the sites do not have your next match time. You MUST check the updated draws online for next match time.

USTA Junior Player Oath

I recognize that tennis is a sport that places the responsibility for fair play on me. I promise to abide by the rules of the game, which require me to give the benefit of the doubt to my opponent. At all times I shall strive to compete with the true spirit of sportsmanship, recognizing that my behavior on the court is a direct reflection of my character. Whether my matches end with my victory or defeat, I promise to conduct myself in a way that honors my opponents, those who support me, and the game of tennis.

Sportsmanship guidelines for spectators: Set a positive example by treating players, tournament officials, parents, coaches and spectators with respect. Cheer positively and appropriately for well played points, not for double faults and unforced errors. Refrain from getting involved during a match, including coaching or signaling; allow players to resolve on court disputes themselves with the help of tournament officials. Observe all USTA rules and regulations as well as local club directives that ensure safety of all participants. Emphasize the importance of fair play and of being a good sport. All players and parents shall conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner both on and off the court. It is NEVER acceptable for a parent to speak negatively to someone else’s child. Spectators and Coaches have a responsibility to set a positive example for good sportsmanship to the player. Players may be assessed code violations for egregious unsportsmanlike behaviour by parents, coaches or other persons associated with the player.