Korrine and District Tennis Association

Welcome to Our Junior Tennis Community

At the heart of our association is a commitment to create an inclusive, supportive culture where every child can enjoy tennis. We believe the game is about more than competition — it’s about friendships, life skills, and having fun.

Our goal is for all players to contribute to their team, learn from mistakes, and play with a positive attitude. By supporting teammates, celebrating effort, and showing good sportsmanship, we build a community where kids can grow, thrive, and love the game.

The Role of Players (On-Court Etiquette)

Tennis Australia Guidelines

• Players must call all balls on their side of the court; if in doubt, they give their opponents the benefit of the doubt.
• In doubles, the receiver’s partner calls the service line, and the receiver calls the centre and side lines.
• Calls (“out,” “let,” “fault”) must be made immediately. If a player makes an incorrect call, they must correct it straight away.
• Spectators cannot make line calls.
• If players disagree on the score, they return to the last agreed score and continue from there.
• Players must not cross onto the opponent’s side to check ball marks.
• Players wait until a point is finished before walking behind courts.
• When retrieving or returning balls to another court, players wait for a break in play.

The Role of Parents 

Parent involvement is essential to the smooth running of our competition.

• Stay informed: Follow your team on Match Centre or the KDTA Facebook page to know where matches are played each week.
• Player availability: If your child can’t play, it’s your responsibility to find a fill-in and notify the team manager as early as possible.
• What to bring: Players should wear neat sports clothes (shorts with pockets are ideal), sport shoes, and (where available) a club uniform. Bring a drink bottle, hat, and sunscreen in warmer months.
• Share the load:
• Sections 1–3: One parent per team must supervise.
• Section 4: One parent from each team must umpire all sets.
• New to scoring? Stand with an experienced parent or use a scoring app.
• Encourage sportsmanship: Cheer good play from both sides, avoid negative comments, and model respectful behaviour. Team managers may warn parents or players displaying poor sportsmanship.
• Teach teamwork: Encourage children to support teammates, be committed, and take responsibility.
• Communication: If you have concerns, speak to your Team Manager, Junior Club Coordinator, or a K&DTA Committee Member. 

The Role of the Team Manager

Team managers play a key role in keeping teams organised and matches running smoothly.

• Organisation: Manage rosters if the team has an extra player. Provide new players with essential information. 
• Team managers set the Order of Merit (see Competition Guide).
• On match days: Open the clubhouse and supply balls at home matches (see Competition Guide). Enter results on Match Centre (home team inputs, away team approves).
• Washouts and Forfeit Calls: The team manager is responsible for calling the TM of the other team when they need to forfeit a match. The home TM will make the washout calls (see Competition Guide).
• Support: If difficulties arise, contact your Junior Club Coordinator or a K&DTA Committee Member.