What do I do if I have a question?
Consult your rules & regulations. Refer to documents provided in the captain’s packet. Contact your Local League Coordinator.
What if players are on the wrong court?
If the discovery occurs before the first set has been completed, players go to the correct courts and begin the match over. If the discovery occurs after the first set is complete the match is [...]
What happens when NEGTA discovers a makeup match has not been scheduled and or played by the make up deadline?
NO extension is given and no point is awarded to either team. It is recorded as a double default.
If a point is forfeited to my opponent early, does a rainoutallow me to play the point in a rescheduled match?
Yes. Forfeits given prior to the actual line up being exchanged considered a courtesy and are not binding.
Can we call the match off without showing up?
Yes, if it is obviously raining the match may be rescheduled via a phone call. Captains should keep in touch with each other concerning “iffy” weather. You must still allow for a half hour delay [...]
Do we have to wait 30 minutes for the rain to stop?
Yes, even in make up matches.
Can we make up matches beyond the dead line day if both teams cannot play within the time period allotted?
NO, no one has the authority to allow this.
Does a player have to play in the same position when playing a rained out match?
A player must play in the original position noted on the scorecard when they were exchanged. However if a player cannot play on the rescheduled day a player on the roster but not the scorecard [...]
What do I do if my opponent wants to keep rescheduling the rainout match?
Once a rained out match has been rescheduled, that day & time stand. The teams are expected to play that position at that time with any eligible player(s). If a team can’t play on the [...]
What is the default time if someone is late to a match?
15 minutes after there scheduled time of the match if a court is available. Time is on tennis link schedule.