Adult Programs

The following rules and procedures are  intended to make Team Tennis run as smoothly and efficiently as possible so that it is enjoyable for everyone involved. The success of team tennis depends  on each player being present or having someone else stand in for them! It is  solely the player’s responsibility. Please do not rely on leaving a message –  make sure your replacement is arranged.

Player  assessment and teams

At the beginning of every season each  player’s skill level is assessed.   Players are encouraged to notify the team tennis coordinator if they  have a preference of being on the same team.

Team  captains

At the start of the season, each team is  required to have a captain. If nobody from the team volunteers to be the  captain, team tennis coordinator will appoint a member of that team. Captain’s  responsibilities include these four tasks regarding match score sheet:

Entering team players’ names

Assigning each player with a  number based on their group skill level, as discussed with the team

Recording scores of each match

Leaving the score sheet in the  designated folder in the clubhouse after the match.

Matches

At the start of each match, players will be  assigned a number based on their group skill level: 

 Mondays:

Intermediate (numbers 4, 5  & 6) 

Advanced (numbers 1, 2 &  3)

This should be a team decision. It is  recommended that, every match or so, each player floats one number up and one  down within their group skill level. Players should not expect to stay at one  number all season. This is to ensure team bonding and fairness of play.

Game  Rules

Each set will consist of the  first team to win 6 games. 

All deuces will be sudden  death.

A standard 7-point tie-breaker  will be played at 5 games all. 

We belong to an Interurban Tennis league, for which Cambridge Tennis Club (CTC) supplies a team of 4 ladies and 4 men every Tuesday evening. The league runs from May 16 to July 18.  Matches alternate between home and away fixtures.

How to participate

Interested members should text our Interurban co-ordinator, James, at 226-929-0982 or email headcoach@cambridgetennisclub.ca to indicate your interest.

Preparation

Interested CTC members should attend the following information session:

What: Interurban Tennis Information Event

When: Saturday, April 29th 1:00 p.m.

Where: CTC Clubhouse

Home and Away Schedule

Click the Get Interurban Schedule button below.

Important Information to Consider

• Team members will be selected based on skill level and availability.  Ideally, we will have at least  6 ladies and 6 men in the player pool.
• Team members should be generally available on Tuesday evenings from May 16 to July 18, 2023, and for the potential playoff dates of August 1 and 8.  
• Please let the convener know of any already planned vacations preventing you from playing during these dates.  
• You do not need to be present for all matches as only 8 team members (4 ladies and 4 men) are required every given Tuesday evening.  
• Please also be aware that travel would be required on an alternating weekly Tuesday evening basis.
• Travel will be to Waterloo TC, Cambridge (CTC and Hespeler TCs), and Guelph (Royal City TC). Note: Royal City is an indoor facility.
• For ‘away’ games punctuality is essential. Plan to show up by 6:45 p.m. to warm up. Games start at 7 p.m. sharp at the destination club. 
• Preference will also be given to players who can train with the team.
• Players' level of tennis and sportsmanship will be a large factor in selecting the team. Additionally, we look at current ability, and may also look at past tournament results, if available.

To join a round robin group, contact a convener below. Or take a chance and be at the courts ten minutes before the event and register with the convener. He or she will try to fit you in. 

• Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 - 11 a.m. Ed May, email: mayten@sentex.net
• Sundays 9 -11.30 a.m. Matyas Jakab, email: mattjak13@gmail.com     

A key feature of recreational round robins is the rotation of the players after each match. We  organize doubles round robins over the course of two hours (two and a half on  Sundays). After each round, players change courts and play with a new partner,  or with the same partner, against new opponents, depending on the format suggested  by the convener. 

Sunday Format

This year we will be running the Sunday round rob according to the following format:

 -      It is for Players with skill levels 3-4.  If you are new and we do not know your level, We will ask you to contact James the Head pro for an assessment. 

-         You can sign-up up to one week ahead.  For example, you can sign up each Sunday for the Sunday ahead.  Sign-up for each Sunday will close on Friday at 10 p.m. for the Sunday Coming Up.

-     Please refrain from cancelling the evening before or on the morning of play. Players who fail to show twice in the season will be contacted for an explanation and may be removed from the program for the remainder of the season.

-     We will play from 9-11:30 a.m. on Sundays, weather permitting.

There will be 5 x 30-minute sessions. You will play with different partners and opponents for each set.

- To begin, you choose to pair up with with players and fill the courts.  After the 30 minute set is up, the winning pair from each set moves one court up, towards court 1 (closest to the road and club house) and splits so they now become opponents for the next set. If the winning pair was already on court 1, they just stay there and split. The losing pair from each set moves one court down, and splits so they now become opponents. If the losing pair was already on court 4 (with the hitting board at the back), they just stay there and split.

-    A "last game" warning will be called with 2 or 3 minutes remaining. Players should play out the current game.

-    If the set ends in a tie after "last game" is called, a mini-tiebreak (3 points) will be played to decide.

-    No scores are recorded.

In case of poor weather, watch for an email notification by 8:45 a.m. from Matt for cancellation. 

1. REGISTRATION

When you become a member of the club, you create a Skycourt account which allows you to log into Skycourt and access the singles ladder. You will find it easy to use and intuitive.

2. RANKINGS – After registering you will be ranked on the ladder by the club professional. If you like, you can grade yourself in the Tennis Canada Ratings Calculator on the home page of this site. Note that this tool does not show on a phone or tablet - only on a PC or laptop.

3. CHALLENGING – You may challenge a player ranked within your box. The top 2 players with the most points move up to the next box and the bottom 2 players with the least points move down a box. 

4. IF YOU ARE CHALLENGED – You have 2 options:                  

ACCEPT THE CHALLENGE – You have 7 days from time of being challenged to play the match.

DECLINE THE CHALLENGE – Instead of accepting the challenge, you may decline the challenge and forfeit the match. This is the option you should choose if you cannot accept the challenge due to illness, vacation, busy schedule, etc. Although you forfeit matches you decline, this process will keep the ladder moving and allow players to participate in more matches. This option is also the default if you do not respond to a challenge within 48 hours.

5. MATCH RULES – ONE SET – All challenge matches must be played to a full set with a seven-point tiebreaker played if any set is tied at 5-5.  One deuce will be played with the second deuce sudden death. Players will spin a racquet or flip a coin to determine the initial serve or side of the court.  

6. AFTER EVERY MATCH – After every challenge match, the winner must report the score in Skycourt. Scores must be reported within 48 hours of the challenge being played or else the players will remain in the same ladder positions. Both players may challenge immediately after any match scores are reported but not before.

7. EQUIPMENT, COURTS AND WEATHER – Both players are responsible for bringing a new can of tennis balls to the match, with the winner taking the new can to their next match. If inclement weather does not permit a match to be played, you need to play the rescheduled match within 72 hours.

Offered to all members, free tennis lessons have been a staple at Cambridge Tennis Club for many years.  

New for the 2024 season: registration via SkyCourt is required for all adult lessons. Wednesday (Intermediate/ Advanced) and Thursday Night (Beginner/ Intermediate).  Due to popular demand, we now offer 2 sessions - starting at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Typically all courts are used, with participants grouped according to ability. The coach at each court conducts the training, focusing on a different aspect of instruction each week, from practicing ground strokes and volleys, to overheads and strategies for match play. The training is fast-paced, with the focus on participants moving around without waiting to hit. After an hour of instruction, teams are made up and play begins, capping an enjoyable evening.    

Whether you’re new to the club or a seasoned member, a good time is guaranteed and all members are welcome.