Tennis

TAPPS Rules

USTA Friend at Court

ACADEMIC ALL STATE

All State Division I Boys

All State Division I Girls

All District Division I Boys

All District Division II Girls

All State Division II Boys

All State Division II Girls

All District Division II Boys

All District Division II Girls

All State Division III Boys

All State Division III Girls

All District Division III Boys

All District Division III Girls

2026-27 Championship Information

DATES

Locations

Championship
Waco Regional Tennis Center
900 Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX 76708

Mixed Doubles
McLennan Community College
1400 College Dr, Waco, TX 76708

ALL Teams and Fans to enter through the designated gate.
 Please do not enter the facility through the pro shop / fitness facility.

Admission

$15 general admission for the day.
All tickets must be purchased through TAPPS Tickets either prior to or at the tournament site.

Cash will not be accepted on site.

LINK TO TAPPS TICKETS

2027 Tennis Championship Information

1A Draws

2A Draws

3A Draws

4A Draws

5A Draws

6A Draws

Small School Mixed Doubles Draw

Large School Mixed Doubles Draw

Mixed Doubles Entries

TAPPS Tennis Director

Kevin Foster

Tournament Fee

There will be a $45 per player entry fee for the State Tournament.
Make checks payable to TAPPS and pay at the check-in table upon arrival.

Tennis Balls

Balls will be provided by TAPPS.

Team Tent Areas

Team tent and player areas will only be allowed inside the fence on the outer perimeter of the courts (noted on the facility map link above). This will be strictly enforced to ensure social distancing between the courts for those watching the matches.
No hammocks are allowed in the facility.
Bring a water jug and stay hydrated! Water will be available to refill your jug. Ice will not be provided by the host facility or TAPPS.
Music in tent areas should be kept at a respectable volume.

Seeding and Draws

First: Top seed is based on previous years State winners; EXCEPT when the player/team is beaten in this year’s District match…

Seeds are based on district winners; therefore, in most cases, the seeds are the district winners.
Information sent in by coaches will be considered — especially for district winners that have head-to-head wins over other district winners or USTA seeding information that warrants seeding.
If the top district winners were not in the State Tournament last year and no seeding is turned in by the coach, the top district winners will be “drawn out of a hat” for their placement. In most cases, each bracket will have a player/team from a different district.

If you see a mistake PLEASE email us at [email protected] – ONCE AGAIN – it is important that you check the draws before you leave for the tournament.

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Scoring and Format

For 1st and 2nd round matches, we will play two full sets and a super tie-breaker (first to 10 points × 2+) for the third.
1st and 2nd round matches will be played with NO AD scoring unless amended by the tournament directors.
Single elimination bracket format.
All semi and final matches will be played with AD scoring for two full sets and a super tie-breaker (first to 10 points × 2+) for the third (2 out of 3 sets).
Scoring may be adjusted due to weather as determined by the Tournament Director and TAPPS.

Coaches

Maximum of 2 coaches per school.
Upon arrival at the facility Check-in and pay fees and sign coach acknowledgement.
Coaching – a maximum of two coaches per school are to be designated and identified by wristbands. These coaches must be listed on the registration form submitted at check-in.
Coaching is allowed during the 90-second changeovers and at the end of odd-numbered sets (3, 5, 7, 9, etc.).
Coaches are encouraged to work out simple problems that are generally covered by the etiquette of the game and the principles of good sportsmanship.

Please have your players check their match numbers for each round;

Players must report to their first-round match 30 minutes prior to the starting time.
In the event of rain, check TAPPS Twitter (@TAPPSbiz) for updates.

Sportsmanship

all players, teams, coaches and fans shall exhibit good sportsmanship and proper tennis etiquette. Specific care should be given to improper cheering and “razzing” of players or tournament officials.

Negative player, coach, and/or fan behavior may result in removal from the tournament site.
USTA certified officials will officiate the tournament.
Playing rules of the USTA shall prevail, with exceptions noted in TAPPS By-Laws.

Dress Code

All participants are to wear appropriate clothing as described in Section 183.XV.
The school is responsible for enforcing the TAPPS dress code.
 NOTE: Schools are subject to sanction for players in violation of Dress Code!

Schedule of Play

We are using the match number system, be sure to find your match number on the draw. The match numbers will be located between your name and your opponents.

ALL players should check their match numbers for each round. We will do our best to put on matches in order of match numbers! Players must know their match number when they check in at the tournament desk! Here is the basic match number timeline. All times are APPROXIMATE and are subject to adjustment by the tournament director.

4A-5A-6A

(Day 1)

(Day 2)

1A-2A-3A

(Day 1)

(Day 2)

Substitutions

Substitutions are only allowed as described in Section 183.XII of the TAPPS Tennis Rules. Questions regarding substitutions should be directed to [email protected].

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TAPPS MEMORABILIA

TEAM IP will be on site at all locations throughout the tournament. In addition, TAPPS gear can be found at the TAPPS online store linked below.

Quick links

2026-27 District Tennis Information

1A North Brackets

2A North Brackets

3A North Brackets

1A South Brackets

2A South Brackets

3A South Brackets

DATES

*Coaches Meeting each day begins at 8:00 am

Locations

North
Arlington Tennis Center
500 W Mayfield Rd, Arlington, TX 76014

South
HEB Municipal Tennis Center 801 Tennis Street, Kerrville, TX 78028

Weather Considerations

In the event of rain or other weather conditions

The start may be delayed
We will hold and continue as possible or
suspend play
Teams should be prepared to help clear the courts in preparation for play
Please be prepared in the event of inclement weather as updates will be made through the TAPPS Twitter Account @TAPPS_Tennis

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Parking:

Please park in designated areas only.
There are limited parking spaces designated for handicapped so please be considerate
Buses and vans should not park near the entrance to the facility

Food and Drink:

Limited concessions are available.
Outside food and drinks are allowed in the facility.

Tournament Information

Tennis Balls

Provided by TAPPS

Officials

Provided by TAPPS
Roaming throughout the tournament
Line Calls, etc
- Officials will not be called upon unless needed
- Be prepared for both head coaches to attend the match, if needed

Coaching

Allowed during changeovers beginning with game #3
Coaching is not allowed during games or sets
Coaches should not go onto the courts unless instructed to do so by TAPPS personnel

Draws

Draws shall be determined by the TAPPS office based on information submitted with each entry
We will seed the draws as possible based on seeding information provided
Draws are subject to change prior to the first match based on withdrawals or substitutions
Order of competition shall be determined and announced at the coaches meeting

Match Format

8 Game Pro Set
Other than Championship Matches
- Capped
- Winner determined as first to 10 games
Championship Matches
- Uncapped
- Winner determined by first player to go up by two games

Scoring

Game scoring
- Prior to First Loss
  - With AD scoring
- After First Loss
- No AD scoring
Team Scoring
- Prior to First Loss
  - 2.5 Points to Winner
  - 1.0 Points to Loser
- After First Loss
  - 1.5 Points to Winner
  - 0.5 Points to Loser

Awards

Individual
- First through fourth place medals
- At district, all places shall be determined by match play unless outside forces dictate otherwise
State Qualifiers
- 1st through 7th Qualifiers shall be determined by matches on the front side of the draw
- 8th Qualifier shall be noted as the Consolation Champion
  - Unless the 8th Place entry on the front side of the draw defeated the Consolation Champion earlier in the tournament
  - If fewer than ten entries in a draw, playback may be considered
Team
- First place through Third place shall be awarded
- Tie Breakers shall be in accordance with the TAPPS Tie Breaker manual

Draws and Results

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TAPPS MEMORABILIA

TEAM IP will be on site at all locations throughout the tournament. In addition, TAPPS gear can be found at the TAPPS online store linked below.

Quick links

TEAM TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION

LOCATION

Waco Regional Tennis Center
900 Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX 76708

McLennan Community College
1400 College Dr, Waco, TX 76708

Competition Dates:

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TOURNAMENT COSTS:

$425 per team.
September 15 is the last day to withdraw without penalty.

ADMISSION:

There is no charge for spectators during the event.

TEAM AREAS:

Team areas may be setup around the perimeter of the courts. Please do not set up team areas inside the courts, especially between courts 6 and 7 – 9 and 10.

FOLLOW THE ACTION

TAPPS MEMORABILIA

TEAM IP will be on site at all locations throughout the tournament. In addition, TAPPS gear can be found at the TAPPS online store linked below.

Tennis

TAPPS Rules

USTA Friend at Court

ACADEMIC ALL STATE

All State Division I Boys

All State Division I Girls

All District Division I Boys

All District Division II Girls

All State Division II Boys

All State Division II Girls

All District Division II Boys

All District Division II Girls

All State Division III Boys

All State Division III Girls

All District Division III Boys

All District Division III Girls

All District Division III Girls

2026-27 Championship Information

DATES

Locations

ChampionshipWaco Regional Tennis Center 900 Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX 76708

Mixed DoublesMcLennan Community College 1400 College Dr, Waco, TX 76708

Admission

2027 Tennis Championship Information

1A Draws

2A Draws

3A Draws

4A Draws

5A Draws

6A Draws

Small School Mixed Doubles Draw

Large School Mixed Doubles Draw

Mixed Doubles Entries

TAPPS Tennis Director

Tournament Fee

Tennis Balls

Team Tent Areas

Seeding and Draws

Scoring and Format

Coaches

Please have your players check their match numbers for each round;

Sportsmanship

Dress Code

Schedule of Play

4A-5A-6A

(Day 1)

(Day 2)

1A-2A-3A

(Day 1)

(Day 2)

Substitutions

FOLLOW THE ACTION

TAPPS MEMORABILIA

Quick links

2026-27 District Tennis Information

1A North Brackets

2A North Brackets

3A North Brackets

1A South Brackets

2A South Brackets

3A South Brackets

DATES

Locations

North Arlington Tennis Center500 W Mayfield Rd, Arlington, TX 76014

South HEB Municipal Tennis Center 801 Tennis Street, Kerrville, TX 78028

Weather Considerations

Parking:

Food and Drink:

Tournament Information

Tennis Balls

Officials

Coaching

Draws

Match Format

Scoring

Awards

Draws and Results

FOLLOW THE ACTION

TAPPS MEMORABILIA

Quick links

Championship
Waco Regional Tennis Center
900 Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX 76708

Mixed Doubles
McLennan Community College
1400 College Dr, Waco, TX 76708

North
Arlington Tennis Center
500 W Mayfield Rd, Arlington, TX 76014

South
HEB Municipal Tennis Center 801 Tennis Street, Kerrville, TX 78028

Waco Regional Tennis Center
900 Lake Shore Dr, Waco, TX 76708

McLennan Community College
1400 College Dr, Waco, TX 76708