Q:  Where do I find the days and nights of play for different levels?

A:  Please click HERE to review our webpage with links to information for all league seasons, including the days/nights of different levels, regulations, playoff information and more.

Q:  How do I locate the Captain's Report (or a captain's telephone number) in TennisLink?

A:  Log on to TennisLink using your USTA number. Go to your team page.  In the upper right hand corner is the name of your flight and/or subflight, if applicable. Click on the flight name (or subflight, if shown) and on the next page, click on Team Captain's Report.

Q:  Does the LCTA have a cold (or hot) weather rule?

A:  No, our regulations do not allow for a postponement due to weather temperatures.

Q: How many below-level players may I have on my team?

A:  Adult teams are limited to four below-level players on their roster.  Adult 2.5 and Adult 5.0 teams, along with all Senior teams, are limited to three below-level players on their roster.  In exceptional circumstances, additional below-level players may be allowed on a team.  Captains seeking such Waiver Requests should contact Ken Edwards or Steve Wilson. 

Q: How is the Coman tiebreak played?

A:  Please click HERE to review the procedure for playing a Coman tiebreak.  (PDF file)

Q: I have a question about tennis rules. What can I get an answer?

A:  Our local league program is governed by National, Sectional, State and Local league regulations, in addition to The Code.  Links to all of these may be found on each league season page, accessed through our LEAGUES page.  If you are unable to find an answer to your rules question, please direct your inquiry to your League Coordinator.

Q: Do we play full third sets or 10-point third set tiebreakers?

A:  Adult leagues play a full third set, while Senior leagues play a 10-point tiebreaker in lieu of a third set.

Q: Where can I find more information about the NTRP ratings system?

A:  Click HERE to read more about the NTRP general characteristics of various playing levels.  (This is a .PDF)   More information may be found at Frequently Asked Questions About the NTRP Rating System.  Those with questions about the 2009 Year-End ratings should read USTA Statement on 2009 Year-End Ratings.

Q: When should match scores be reported and which captain should report them?

A:  Match scores must be entered into the TennisLink system within 48 hours after the completion of the match.  The winning captain should enter the match scores, although either captain has the capability to do so. 

Q: What is the rule regarding the timing of makeup matches?

A:  Within 48 hours of a match postponement, a makeup date should be scheduled and the league coordinator notified.  The date of the makeup match must be within 2 weeks of the original match date.  If captains are unable to agree to a makeup match date, our regulations state that the match will the scheduled for the first following Saturday at 2 pm.  For more information, refer to Rule 301J(l)(b).


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