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THE TENNIS SPORTSMANSHIP QUIZ

_ 1. I don't throw my racquet.
_ 2. I don't slam a racquet on the court, net, or backdrop.
_ 3. I don't hit balls around.
_ 4. I don't scream, cry, whine or carry on with obnoxious behavior.
_ 5. I don't tank, not even one point.
_ 6. I don't cheat.
_ 7. I don't question calls within one foot of the line.
_ 8. I return balls directly to the server for the start of the next point.
_ 9. During the 10 minute warm-up, I hit balls with reasonable pace and variety to allow my
opponent to warm-up and practice.
_ 10. I don't walk at a snail's pace between points to stall or anger my opponent.
_ 11.1 don't glare or stare whenever I am in trouble.
_ 12. I compliment my opponent on good shots.
_ 13. I return the ball to the server when the server has turned around and is ready.
_ 14. If the serve is out and is accidentally returned into the net, I clear it rapidly so the server's rhythm is not disturbed.
_ 15. If unsure of a call, I call it good, unless the opponent reverses it.
_ 16. I don't ask spectators to make a call.
_ 17. When playing a much weaker opponent, I act courteously and try not to overtly embarrass or demean my opponent.
_ 18. I shake hands after the match and congratulate my opponent.
_ 19. I am friendly and polite off the court and do not bad-mouth other players.
_ 20. I treat officials, umpires, lines people and ball boys with respect, even when they make mistakes.

Scoring: 5 points for each statement that is TRUE for you.

Scoring Key: 90-100 – Model Sportsman; 75-85 – Adequate Sportsman; 65-70 – Fair Sportsman; 60 or less – Poor Sportsman

......From: The Winning Edge; scale based on USTA Middle States Section Sportsmanship Criteria.