How THE GAME & COURTS have changed
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Stray Balls
If a ball from another court comes to you, send it
back with a kick or with your racquet.
ALL Doors are Locked Open
Entryways will be chained in the open position to
limit touch points.
Fieldhouse Bathrooms and Water Fountains
There are NO bathrooms currently available and
the fountains are turned OFF. Please bring your
own bottle.
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No Singles Racking Play Allowed Only
Please Tennis courts wait outside are open the for court singles and play, maintain no a
physical doubles distance play allowed. of six Maximum feet from all of other two people
and on any wear court a cloth at any face given covering. time. Spectators If you see others are
are not waiting, permitted please in the limit fenced your court enclosure. time to 1 hour No
or private less. lessons.
Avoid all shared touchpoints
Do not handle the nets or other court apparatus.
Mark your ball with a unique identifier and
handle only your ball when serving.
How YOU CAN HELP keep it SAFE
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Don’t play if you’re sick
If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms,
have a fever, or have been exposed to someone
with COVID-19: stay home and protect other
players.
Maintain Space with your playing partner
High fives and handshakes are normally
encouraged but for now keep your space from
playing partners. Stay at least 6 feet away at the
net and during changeovers, handle your own
racquet, bag, etc.
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Navigating the entrance
Whenever possible enter the court from the
doorway nearest your court. Please do not arrive
more than 15 minutes prior to your court
reservation and wait until the previous group has
left the court.
Follow all USTA player safety guidelines
Our responsibility is to provide a safe, cautious,
and slow return to tennis. Please review the
United States Tennis Association website to learn
more about playing tennis safely.
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Bring your own hand sanitizer
Help keep your partner and other players safe
and sanitize your hands frequently.
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Be a Good Citizen
With everyone following the guidelines and rules
set forth, we are able to provide a safe and fun
tennis experience. If patrons do not observe
these rules, the courts may close or further restrict
access to all tennis players.
Failure to Follow Guidelines
We care about your health. The COVID-19 pandemic is very serious. Please be
respectful of staff and fellow players at all times. The park district reserves the
right to close the courts at any time.
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