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1.
In attitude be serious, competitive, pleasant and
well mannered.
2.
Always there will be stronger and weaker players than
yourself. Treat them with equal respect and courtesy.
3.
Win or lose graciously, accepting your victory or
defeat with dignity. Bad temper and melodrama have no place
in this sport.
4.
Irritating time wasting, off putting tactics are
totally unacceptable.
5.
Bad line calls and fault serving creates ill feeling
very quickly. Make sure YOU are always scrupulously fair.
6.
Make sure you understand the rules of the game. A few
are obscure but most are straightforward.
7.
Should you be faulted by an umpire and you genuinely
do not know why, politely ask – then acknowledge the answer.
At the end of the match as well as thanking your opponent
always thank the umpire.
8.
In a game without an umpire should you feel that you
are being cheated by your opponent Do Not Get Angry.
Quickly report to the referee and explain the situation.
9.
Always remember that many eyes and ears are watching
and listening. Your reputation is in your own hands but
never forget that you are an advertisement not only for
yourself but for your parents, teachers, coaches and the
club to whom you belong.
10.
One further essential –
ENJOY YOUR SPORT.
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