Paddle Tennis Rules of Play

Page 5:   Code of Conduct & Behavior


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This code shall be strictly enforced at all sanctioned tournaments by the tournament committee, tournament director, Paddle Tennis Association Board of Directors, and/or linesmen, umpires or referees.


I.   Profane or Abusive Language


II.   Flagrant Paddle Throwing

    Any player who intentionally and flagrantly and without respect for the safety of others throws their paddle shall be fined $100.00. Upon the 2nd instance, player shall be fined an additional $100.00 and defaulted from the tournament.

III.   Failure to Referee

    A player may be required to call lines following a winner's or loser's bracket match, or at the discretion of the tournament director. A player who fails to call lines when required shall be fined $25.00.

    The linesman may be replaced by suitable replacements if approved by the tournament director prior to the commencement of the match or during the match.

IV.   Dress Code

    Proper court attire may be required at the discretion of the tournament director or local club rules.

V.   Payment of Fines

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