Court Etiquette For Tournament Play
1. A player is expected to stand two feet at the back of the opposite pitching platform, out of the vision range while the opponent is pitching,
2. During mixed play (mixed distance) the short distance pitcher must walk to the rear of the full distance platform.
3. Exit the pitching platform in a clockwise rotation (unless pitching a left- handed player). Enter the pitching platform from the rest of behind the player pitching first.
4. Harassment will not be tolerated, either by spectators or opponents.
5. If the conduct of your opponent is other than acceptable, please see one of the officers.
6. Loud profanity is not acceptable (we all mutter on occasion).
7. Stay within the boundaries of your court.
8. Do not pick up the shoes until the opponent has had time to observe the position of the shoes and mutual agreement is reached as to their value.
9. Be aware of the foul line, you may not touch it with your foot while delivering the shoe. (Warning given during league play, enforced during tournaments).
10. Carry your own measuring tools for accurately measure points.
11. You are encouraged to settle point determinations. If you cannot agree on a point or a ringer please call for a judge.
12. The decision of the judge is final.
13. Please observe surrounding courts carefully before leaving your immediate court. It is discourteous to walk in the line of vision of another player.
14. Painting stakes and leveling the clay during play is not allowed unless agreed upon by you and your opponent. Stepping on the clay to level it during play is not allowed unless the opposition agrees.
15. Please do not take extended breaks during play.
16. There may be times when you. disagree with the way the Club conducts leagues and tournament play. Please take the issue to a club officer/ director as there may be a reason that is not readily apparent.
17. Each player is expected to water (if needed), turn a pit and paint a stake prior to commencing a game.
18. Use proper scoring calls.
19. Always look at the scorekeeper when calling the score. Don't talk to the clay. Call the score first, clean your shoes, then address the stake. Always check the scorekeeper's post for accuracy.
20. No one should enter the scorekeepers zone after pitching. Let scorekeepers finish their work by keeping the courts clear.
21. Tournament shirts with the pitcher's last name and state on the back are required in State and World Tournaments. It is good etiquette to wear a tournament shirt at all event.s
22. Set your cell phones to vibrate.
23. No smoking or alcohol on the courts.
24. Safety should be everyone’s concern.
2. During mixed play (mixed distance) the short distance pitcher must walk to the rear of the full distance platform.
3. Exit the pitching platform in a clockwise rotation (unless pitching a left- handed player). Enter the pitching platform from the rest of behind the player pitching first.
4. Harassment will not be tolerated, either by spectators or opponents.
5. If the conduct of your opponent is other than acceptable, please see one of the officers.
6. Loud profanity is not acceptable (we all mutter on occasion).
7. Stay within the boundaries of your court.
8. Do not pick up the shoes until the opponent has had time to observe the position of the shoes and mutual agreement is reached as to their value.
9. Be aware of the foul line, you may not touch it with your foot while delivering the shoe. (Warning given during league play, enforced during tournaments).
10. Carry your own measuring tools for accurately measure points.
11. You are encouraged to settle point determinations. If you cannot agree on a point or a ringer please call for a judge.
12. The decision of the judge is final.
13. Please observe surrounding courts carefully before leaving your immediate court. It is discourteous to walk in the line of vision of another player.
14. Painting stakes and leveling the clay during play is not allowed unless agreed upon by you and your opponent. Stepping on the clay to level it during play is not allowed unless the opposition agrees.
15. Please do not take extended breaks during play.
16. There may be times when you. disagree with the way the Club conducts leagues and tournament play. Please take the issue to a club officer/ director as there may be a reason that is not readily apparent.
17. Each player is expected to water (if needed), turn a pit and paint a stake prior to commencing a game.
18. Use proper scoring calls.
19. Always look at the scorekeeper when calling the score. Don't talk to the clay. Call the score first, clean your shoes, then address the stake. Always check the scorekeeper's post for accuracy.
20. No one should enter the scorekeepers zone after pitching. Let scorekeepers finish their work by keeping the courts clear.
21. Tournament shirts with the pitcher's last name and state on the back are required in State and World Tournaments. It is good etiquette to wear a tournament shirt at all event.s
22. Set your cell phones to vibrate.
23. No smoking or alcohol on the courts.
24. Safety should be everyone’s concern.