Rockcliffe Lawn Tennis Club
EST. 1923
TOURNAMENTS
As is our tradition, we will begin with mixed doubles, so everyone can get involved and brush off their competitive skills in a social atmosphere. Below are the dates as well as some information on the format and rules. Please make sure you are available for the opening weekend, so that we can get the first round done and set up the consolation round without delay. We look forward to a full program of friendly competition.
Regular Tournaments
RLTC Mixed Doubles, A (4.0+) & B (Max 3.5)
May 30 - June 9 (Register by Sat May 25)
RLTC Women's Doubles, A (4.0+) & B (Max 3.5)
June 10 - 16 (Register by Wed Jun 5)
RLTC Men’s Doubles, A (4.0+) & B (Max 3.5)
July 4 – 14 (Register by Fri Jun 28)
RLTC Women’s Singles, A (4.0+) & B (Max 3.5)
September 5-15 (Register by Sat Aug 31)
RLTC Men’s singles, A (4.0+) & B (Max 3.5)
September 15 - Sep 29 (Register by Wed Sept 11)
Special Tournaments
Centennial Ages Doubles Tournament
June 1st 09:00-1:00pm
Doubles teams must have cumulative age of 100 years or greater. BBQ starts at noon
"Wimbledon" Wooden Racket Tournament
July 13 09:00-13:00
Doubles Tournament -Wooden rackets and all white clothing, BBQ starts at noon.
First Annual RLTC Open Tournament
July 25 - August 5
Details to come soon.
RLTC Davis Cup Tournament
August 10, 2pm-7pm
Compete in country teams in honour of the 2024 Olympics! Tournament to be followed by a potluck dinner.
RLTC Tournament Rules
General Information
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RLTC Club Tournaments are for full members only. Social members are not eligible.
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Players bring a can of new balls to each match. Loser keeps the balls used, winner keeps unused balls
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All games will be played in the evening at 5, 6 or 7PM. If you are unable to play at 5pm, please advise us when you register, and we will try to schedule you at 6 or 7PM.
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We will use a "Double Elimination Format" for Mixed Doubles, Women's Doubles, Men's Doubles and Women's Singles. So each player or team is guaranteed to play at least 2 matches.
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All 4 Tournaments will have an A (4.0 and up) and B (3.5 and down) division, providing enough people register
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If there are less than 8 participants registered for any tournament (A or B), a round-robin format will be used.
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For Men's Singles, we will used the Classic Format with consolation rounds for division A (4.0 and up) and division B (3.5 and down).
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Each tournament draw will be available to see on our website and outside of the clubhouse. They will be updated as the tournaments progress.
Availability
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Players should ensure that they are available for the full opening weekend of the tournament. Small adjustments in match times can be considered but only if both players/teams agree.
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Matches must be completed so as not to delay the next round. Otherwise, the player/team asking for the delay will have to forfeit the game.
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Players are asked to contact their opponents directly if they wish to make a change and then advise the clubhouse staff in order to reserve a court.
Match Format
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Except for the semi-finals and finals, all matches will be a pro set of first to eight games, winning by two games. If the score reaches 7-7, a regular tiebreak is played, the winner being the first to reach 7 points, winning by 2 points.
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Both A and B semi-final and final matches will be two out of three sets. If tied at one set each, the third set will be a “super tiebreak”, that is, the winner is the first to reach 10 points, winning by 2 points.
Rules of Play
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Players are reminded that they are responsible for calls on their side of the net, and the opposing player/team must accept their decision. If there is any doubt, normal etiquette is to give the opponent the benefit of the doubt. Players should avoid replaying a point, though this is always an option if both sides agree.
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If a game is stopped due to failing light, the score will be carried over to the next day.
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We will do our best to arrange for an umpire for the final matches.
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These events are intended for full members. Club pros and social members are not eligible to participate.
How to register for RLTC Tournaments
Sign up in Club Automation under Group Activities. You can also call (613-749-5494) or send us an email (info@rltennis.ca) to register for one or more tournaments.
Our tournament committee
Questions about tournaments? Contact us anytime.
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Rémi Fournelle (Chair)
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Michael Bowen (Club Manager). or 613-749-5494
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