Santa Monica Tennis Club
Open Play

Open Play

Sunday Open Play

Open Play is SMTC's Sunday morning doubles tradition—friendly, competitive, and open to all members.

When & where

  • Sundays, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
  • Christine Emerson Reed Park — Wilshire Blvd. at Lincoln Blvd.

How it works

We reserve a few courts and run a sign-up sheet at Court #1. Add your name; when a court opens, the next four players go on.

  • Court #1 is the challenge court. The winning team stays on for one more match (maximum) against the next team in line. Requires signing up with a partner.
  • Challenge court etiquette: Sign up only if you believe you can compete with the teams currently on court.
  • Other courts are open courts—sign up yourself or as a team for the next available spot.

Fast Four format is used on all courts (first to 4 games wins; 3-3 goes to a 7-point tiebreak). All matches use a deciding point at second deuce.

If it's your first time, don't worry—regulars are happy to help new members with the flow and the rules.

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