The following are a list of rules for the Match Challenge. The list of rules will govern play.  As a first year event, situations may arise that are not covered by the rules. In these instances the rules may be amended in the best interest of the participants and in the integrity of the challenge.

• Open to all players 18 & under at any skill level;

• All players must be registered to participate in the challenge to be eligible to win prizes;

• Players can register at any point during the challenge. 

• Matches can be played on any tennis court anywhere against any opponent; 

• USTA rules apply wherever applicable;

• Regular scoring or no-add scoring may be used;

• Participants are responsible for scheduling their own matches;

• Singles and doubles matches count. (see point system);

• Singles and doubles match opponents and doubles partners can be juniors, adults and seniors players;

• Match formats include practice matches with juniors or adults, USTA tournaments, high school and middle school matches,  match plays and Quick Start Tennis format is allowed for 10 & under. (see Point System);

• Matches played against and with non registered participants are allowed;

• All USTA sanctioned tournaments and high school and middle school matches count;

• Participants can play the same player in a practice singles match a maximum of 3 times per month; 

• A doubles team can play the same team in practice a maximum of 3 times per month; 
  
•  Winning team or player is responsible for reporting the score; (exception) only in the case a registered player or team loses to a non registered player or team, it is the responsibility of the registered player to report the score;

• All match results are reported online; in the instance of no internet access contacted Jackie Wright, Match Challenge Administrator, 901.398.8797.

• All match scores must be reported as soon as possible following the match and within a maximum of 48 hours. If there is a problem reporting the score contact Jackie wright, Match Challenge Administrator, 901.398.8797 with in the 48 hour period.

• If scores not reported by the responsible player or team during the allotted time according to the rules, their points will be forfeited but not their match toward that player(s) totals;

• A third set match tie-breaker may be played in lieu of a full third set;

• An honor system will be in effect. However, if anyone is caught or is suspected of cheating or being dishonest (i.e. falsely reporting matches played, scores,  opponents) they may be disqualified;

• Parents, pros and coaches may be asked to verify match results;

• All players are responsible for sharing court costs wherever applicable;