THE GAME

Best NOT to do the following;

 

1.    Criticize opponents or your partner’s play. 

2.    Give suggestions or advice on partner’s or opponent's style/technique of play unless asked or welcomed. 

3.    If you’re on the court and you see an enormous wait line, don’t dawdle!

4.    Argue about a line call – players call the ball the best they see it and this is ‘fun’ recreational play.

5.    Walk thru the courts during play; wait until the play stops between serves. 

6.    Use abusive language; verbal comments of any detrimental nature during a game is unacceptable. 

7.    Gloating or applause for an opponent’s mistake; it's unsportsmanlike

8.    Remove a paddle out of the Paddle Saddle ‘slot’ it has been placed in by the owner. 

 

 

Things to DO MORE OF;

 

1.    Introduce yourself if you do not know one of the team players.

2.    Compliment your opponents or partner for a well-made shot.  

3.    Communicate with your partner to eliminate confusion over whose ball it is to return

4.    Be helpful to new players; be willing to share rules and strategy for novice players

5.    Be courteous if players want to play up a level to test their skills

6.    At the end of a game, meet at the net and tap paddle ends with your partner and opponents.

7.    Use the paddle saddles; especially when there are several players waiting to play

8.    Give feedback to the supervisors when you have concerns, questions or ideas

 

The most important rule is to HAVE FUN!