Tennis For Adults

Each season we offer a variety of leagues to our membership. During the leagues all participants play set matches against one another. Typically there are at least 8 teams or players in a given singles, doubles, or round robin doubles league. A weekly match is set up, and members play the match and report their scores. A champion of each league is determined at the end of each session. CLICK HERE for the CURRENT League Sign-Up Sheet. For more information on TENNIS LEAGUES please contact the Tennis Office, at 901.765.4427 or tennis.office@racquetclubofmemphis.com.

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There are typically five sessions of tennis leagues here at The Racquet Club. Our fall, winter, and spring leagues take place on our indoor courts. Our summer leagues take place outdoors on the rubico courts. 

 

Fall Session – October & November

Winter Session – December & January (there is no play during the Holidays

Spring Session – March and April

 

Summer I Session – May and June

Summer II Session – July and August

 

What do I do if it rains? (Only applies to outdoor leagues)

If it rains it is up to you and your opponent(s) to decide what to do. You may either reschedule the match outdoors for another day or you may choose to play indoors and pay for the court. 

 

How long will my League run?

Tennis Leagues usually run seven to nine weeks, depending on the number of teams in the league.

 

When do I start playing?

You will play the first week unless you are notified otherwise.  Please mark this on your calendar.

 

What happens if I can’t be there on a certain day?

If you are playing in a Singles League, you may reschedule the match. However, if you reschedule more than two matches, you are not eligible to win the League. You must find a SUB for all Doubles matches you will not be able to attend. There is NO RESCHEDULING of Doubles matches due to the inconvenience for all parties involved.

 

I am in a league now that runs until a date after the new League starts. Can I still play in the new league?

If you are currently playing in a league that finishes after the scheduled starting date, your new League will start later. These are indicated on the front of this sheet with stars (**) by the League. Some individual League players have late Make-Up Matches. The new Leagues will not start later because of these, but you as an individual will not be scheduled on a day that you already have a make-up scheduled.

 

Why is my time and/or day different than usual? (Applies to outdoor leagues)

Because the summer is a lot hotter than the rest of the year, we try to fit all the leagues into the

9:00 - 10:30 am or 6:00 - 7:30 pm bracket. Sometimes your time and/or regular day has to be

changed because of this.

 

When do I get my schedule?

Because we work with your schedules as much as possible to schedule you off on days you

are unable to play, you will receive your schedule one week before your first day of play.

You will receive a phone call two days prior to your League's first night of play to remind you that your

League will begin that night. UNLESS YOU HAVE INDICATED OTHERWISE ON YOUR SIGN

UP SHEET, MARK ON YOUR CALENDAR THAT YOU WILL PLAY THE FIRST NIGHT.

 

I am not going to be there the first week won't have a schdule or sub list yet. What do I need to do?

It is your responsibility  to either indicate this on your schedule or call me to let me know.

Please do not call the day of your first match and say you will not be there or that  you did not

know that you were supposed to play.

 

Do I have to be a Racquet Club member to play in the Racquet Club Tennis Leagues?

**You must be a member of The Racquet Club of Memphis to participate in the Racquet Club's Tennis Leagues**

 

 

               

A weekly set match is a common thing for many people involved in the sport of tennis. As a courtesy to our members we contract a set of time on a given indoor air-conditioned/heated court.  During the year there are two blocks of time available for contracting a tennis court. The FALL SESSIONis a 13-week session that runs from mid-September to the end of December. The SPRING SESSION is a 13-week session that runs from the beginning of January to the end of April.  Times are available any day of the week. The only cost involved is the cost of the court time. As a bonus, Contracts are charged $2.00/hour less than regular walk-up courts! Having a Contract Court makes it much easier for tennis players to keep up their regular games without having to worry about calling each week to book their favorite courts. We take care of the courts for you. To check Contract Availability please contact Keri Davis.

 

Each year The Racquet Club has numerous teams participating in USA League Tennis. Not only are there matches, but during the USA League Season, the clinics here at our Club are organized around the teams in order to ensure every team receives the best practice sessions possible. The Racquet Club consistently has teams participating in Mixed and Doubles Combo leagues as well. The atmosphere at The Club during the USA League Tennis and USA Team Tennis Season truly is full of the competitive spirit of so many of our teams!

 

This weekly event for upper level men takes place for 6 weeks from September to October on the clay courts. A draft is held a week before the event and everyone who signs up is placed on a team. Each week matches take place in a Davis Cup format. There is also a great party at the end hosted by the championship team.

 

This weekly showcase event for the best players in Memphis takes place for 8 weeks from October to November on the clay courts. A draft is held a week before the event and everyone is placed on a team. Each week two teams from each team play against two teams from another team Every participant receives a t-shirt, every week Corky's BBQ is served, and at the end of the event there is a party at Brookhaven Pub for all participants!  

 

This weekly event for upper level men and women takes place for six weeks from July to September on the clay courts. A draft is held a week before the event and everyone who signs up is placed on a team. Then each week a men’s, women’s and mixed doubles match take place with different teams competing against each other each week. Just like the Dunavant Cup, the championship team hosts a dinner at the end for all participants.

 

What better way to start off a holiday than to spend time with fellow players and enjoy some great tennis?! Our holiday mixed round robins highlight every year. From 9:00 am until 12:00 noon on each of these days we come together to play mixed doubles, enjoy drinks and snacks, spend time with each other, and take home some great prizes. Holiday Round Robins are held on Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day.

 

On Sunday afternoons in December & January the Racquet Club hosts the annual Ladies' Inner-Club Team Tennis Event. Four teams are allowed to participate that consist of ladies at all levels.   Each week your team plays against one of the other teams in a series of three doubles matches - a 6.0 match a 7.0 match, and a 8.0 match. The Racquet Club Pros draft players to teams led by them. This is a great chance for you to play on the same team with friends from the Club that aren't the same level you are! It’s also a fun time to see the Coaches compete against one another as Team Dan plays Team Peter, Team Jorge plays Team Michael, etc.

 

Every January we close out the season before the Regions Morgan Keegan Championships and the Cellular South Cup with the Indoor Club Championships. During this member-only tournament, members compete against fellow members to earn the title of Indoor Champion. There are some great tennis matches, and the competitors enjoy snacks and drinks off the court as well as our annual Champion's Potluck on the Friday night of the event.  This is always a great week of fun at The Racquet Club.

 

Our annual Outdoor Club Championships are held every September. Members enjoy some great tennis on the clay courts and take advantage of this great opportunity to socialize with fellow members. There are some great tennis matches and they enjoy snacks and drinks off the court.  It’s one of the highlights of the year!

 

 

In this fun and competitive event, participants play change-partner doubles and/or mixed doubles and also enjoy some toddies and time with friends off the court for the next round! All levels are welcome to play in these social tennis evening events, which are held at different times during the year. Players get to enjoy some great snacks, drinks and company all at the same time.

The Ladies’ Spring Classic is a wonderful annual event just for the girls!  It is a city-wide doubles tournament held every April, consisting of a waterfall draw. The ladies break for a fabulous buffet lunch at mid-day, and then continue their full day of fabulous tennis.

 

One of the highlights of the year, the Member - Guest tournament, which is held every June, is a great opportunity to bring in friends outside of the Club to enjoy a great weekend of tennis and one of the best parties of the year. Members and guests experience some great competitive tennis, wonderful snacks and drinks and a fabulous dinner on Saturday evening. Make plans to join us for a fantastic weekend of fun, tennis, drinks, food, and friends!