February 12 - 16, 2026
Rules & Policies
Everything you need to know to compete with confidence at the Clay Court Classic.
Play Fair, Play Smart
The Clay Court Classic follows GLTA Tour rules with additional policies to ensure fairness, safety, and enjoyment for all. Review the key details below before stepping on court.
Core Tournament Rules
Quick highlights of the most important rules every player should know before stepping on court.
Match Format
Best of 3 sets, 10-point tiebreak as needed. Tournament Directors discretion.
Warm Up
5 minutes before each match - Warm ups will be monitored.
Scoring & Umpiring
Players call their own lines with honesty and respect.
Core Tournament Rules
Quick highlights of the most important rules every player should know before stepping on court.
All players are expected to uphold the highest standards of sportsmanship on and off the court.
Disrespectful behavior, harassment, or violations of the GLTA code of conduct will not be tolerated and may result in penalties or disqualification.
Match times are assigned by the tournament desk and must be honored. Players arriving late may face game or set penalties, with defaults issued for no-shows.
Always check in 15 minutes before your scheduled match.
Respect the Lauderdale Tennis Club and Veltri Tennis Center at all times. Proper tennis attire is required, and players are expected to maintain court etiquette, including timely rotations and keeping facilities clean. Locker rooms and shared spaces must be used responsibly.
Player safety is our priority. Medical timeouts follow GLTA guidelines, and hydration breaks are strongly encouraged in extreme heat.
On-site support will be available for first aid, emergency care, and racquet stringing services.
