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ARTICLE XIV
RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING USE OF THE TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL COURTS
1. These Rules & Regulations will apply to both the tennis and pickleball courts within the community:
A. Appropriate attire, including shirts and non-marking tennis shoes shall be worn by all players. No black soles!
B. Persons not playing tennis or pickleball are not permitted on the courts. Gates are to be kept closed at all times.
C. Smoking, alcoholic beverages, breakable containers, and food are prohibited inside the fenced area. Please police the area and use trash receptacles as you finish.
D. Children under twelve (12) years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult in and around the court areas.
E. No pets shall be permitted within the fenced area.
F. House Guests (those remaining overnight in owners home) of Property Owners need not be accompanied to the courts. Property Owners may invite day Guests (other than House Guests) providing Guests are accompanied in play be the Property Owners to the courts.
G. Inclement Weather: In the event earlier players have to sweep the courts, the groups following should allow the early groups an additional 15 minutes of play.
H. If courts are under construction, temporary changes may be made by the GM after consulting with the appropriate committee.
3. These rules and regulations will apply to pickleball courts within the Community.
A. Pickleball play shall be in accordance with the USAPA/IFP rules and regulations. See www.USAPA.org for details.
B. Social pickleball shall be for all levels of pickleball players. Instruction by experienced players and loaner equipment will be provided at the discretion of the Pickleball Committee. Days and times of social pickleball will be determined by the Pickleball Committee and will be published in the Friday Flyer and posted near the courts and clubhouse. Players will rotate into play as games conclude, in accordance with club guidelines.
C. League play is for players who wish to play competitive pickleball and will be in accordancewith he USAPA/IFP rules and regulations. Days and times of league play will be determined by the Pickleball Committee and will be published in the Friday Flyer and posted near the courts and clubhouse.
D. Respect for and the safety of other players and our sport will be the guide for on court behavior.