LCTA January 2025 Newsletter Addendum
In this Issue
- 40 and Over League
- Spring Local Championships Dates
- Total Team Default
Notes from Dee Mack
40 and Over League
Beginning Spring 2025, the position format and number of players required for 40 and Over teams will change.
The position format will change from (1) Singles and (3) Doubles to (1) Singles and (4) Doubles for the 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and 4.5 Flights.
The minimum number of players required on the team roster will increase from (7) to (9) players for 40 & Over 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and 4.5 Flights.
The position format will remain the same for 2.5 Flight, (1) Singles and (2) Doubles but the number of players on the team roster will increase from (4) to (5) players.
Spring Local Championships
Local Championships dates will be announced no later than Tuesday, February 4th.
Total Team Default
Rule Explanation:
Majority of Positions: Teams are required to field the majority of positions in a match. This means that more than half of the positions must be filled by players.
Total Team Default: If the team fails to field the majority of positions, it results in a total team default. This means the team forfeits the match entirely.
Grievance: In the event of a total team default, a grievance maybe filed against the Captain. This could lead to further disciplinary actions or penalties as determined by the governing body.
This rule ensures that teams make a genuine effort to compete and maintain the integrity of the match.