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Adult Tennis Tournament Rules and Regulations

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Below are links to the Rules and Regulations of USTA Eastern, Inc. regarding tournament entry, point penalty suspensions, rankings, and the definition of amatuer.

  • Tournament Regulations - All players competing in Eastern sanctioned events are expected to comply with “The Code” of the USTA and to avoid acts which are detrimental to the game of tennis. The Code of Conduct is in effect for all Eastern sanctioned events.
  • Point Penalty Suspension System - Suspension Points will be assessed by the Adult Competition Committee following reports received from USTA Eastern sanctioned events. Such committee will record all such points and will notify any player who receives a suspension point.

  • Points Per Round Ranking System 
  • Definition of Amateur


All of the USTA rules of play are available in the USTA Friend At Court.

Related Links

  • USTA Eastern Sanctioned Adult Tournaments

  • Adult Tennis Tournament Rankings

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