22/05/2026
THE DOUBLE DUEL: OFFICIAL BRACKETS, SCHEDULES, & TOURNAMENT RULES!
The wait is officially over! The draw is done, the brackets are locked, and the schedules for Day 1 are officially set! Swipe through the photos below to see your matchups and game times. 📄👇
To ensure a smooth, fair, and epic tournament for the entire Batangas tennis community, please review our official house rules and guidelines below before hitting the courts tomorrow:
⏱️ 1. LATE & DEFAULT POLICY
If a late pair defaults while in the Winner's (Upper) Bracket, they move down to the Loser's Bracket, and their opponent gets a walkover win.
If a late pair defaults while already in the Loser's Bracket, they will be officially eliminated from the tournament.
⚔️ 2. MATCH FORMAT & GAMEPLAY
6-Game Pro-Set: First pair to reach 6 games wins the match.
Tiebreaker: If the score reaches a 5-5 tie, a 7-point tiebreak will decide the winner.
Sudden Death: No long deuces! Sudden Death (No-Ad scoring) will be implemented on the SECOND DEUCE.
Warm-up Time: Strictly 5 minutes of on-court warm-up per match.
🛑 3. ON-COURT TECHNICAL RULES
Foot Faults: This will be strictly implemented. No stepping on or inside the baseline before contacting the ball during a serve.
No Catching Balls: Do not catch a ball mid-air even if you think it is going "out." Let the ball bounce first before making the call.
Net Violations: No touching the net with your body or racket, and no reaching over the net to hit the ball.
Line Calls: Please respect the linesmen and umpire's call.
📌 4. IMPORTANT PLAYER REMINDERS
👕 Look the Part: Please make sure you wear your matching outfits with your partner, and don't forget your sunscreen to beat the summer heat!
📋 Coaching Rule: Strictly one (1) coach per pair is allowed on the sidelines.
🍱 Lunch Break: We have a long break in the middle of the day to avoid the intense heat. If you prefer not to leave the venue, we highly recommend bringing your own packed lunch/food.
❤️ 5. SPORTSMANSHIP & COMMUNITY SPIRIT
This tournament is built specifically for the Batangas Beginner Tennis Community. While we love intense competition, absolute respect for your opponents, our hard-working ballboys (pulot), and the organizing team is strictly required. Any excessive shouting, racket smashing, or unsportsmanlike behavior will not be tolerated. Let's keep the environment friendly, active, and fun!
Check your schedules, pack your gear, and get some rest tonight. See you all bright and early tomorrow on the court! Play hard, play fair! 🏆🙌