Rules & Regulations

The Rules of Tennis

AnchorThe Official Handbook of Tennis Rules and Regulations (including The Code), Friend At Court is an essential piece of equipment for every tennis player. The latest edition is now available, and includes the most recent Rules, Regulations and Code changes. The cost to purchase Friend At Court from USTA Colorado is $10.99 (plus $2.50 postage), call 303/695-4116. You may also order online at USTAPROSHOP.com.

Friend At Court
The Code of Tennis
How to Play a Standard Tiebreak
USTA Colorado Blended Line Policy
The Illustrated Rules of Tennis
ITF Approved Ball List

Adult League Rules & Regulations

The Rules of Tennis section above also applies to Adult Leagues. If you have any questions about adult league rules and regulations, please contact the adult league department.

Colorado District League Regulations
USTA Colorado Flex League Regulations
USTA Tri-Level Regulations
How to Play a Standard Tiebreak *
USTA National League Regulations
Intermountain Regulations
Glenwood Canyon Closure Addendum

* NOTE: Since 2019, the Coman Tiebreak is no longer used for local league and Playoff / District Championship matches within Colorado. The Coman Tiebreak is still used for Sectional and National Championships.

Junior League Rules & Regulations

The Rules of Tennis section above also applies to Junior Leagues. If you have any questions about junior league rules and regulations, please contact the junior league department.

Colorado JTT Regulations