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Hitting vs. playing a match

Most posts are for hitting: rallying cross-court, feeding each other volleys and overheads, working on serves. Say which you want — a hitting session suits mismatched levels far better than a match does. If you are playing sets, agree on the format before you start: one set, a pro set to eight, or a tiebreak at six-all.

Public courts

• Park courts are first come, first served. Many post a one-hour limit when others are waiting — respect it.
• Some cities require a permit or a small fee for park courts; check before you post.
• Lit courts extend the season into evenings; unlit courts are a daylight-only post.

What to bring

• Your racket and a can of balls. Whoever is bringing balls should say so on the post.
• Tennis shoes — running shoes wear out fast on hard courts and give no lateral support.
• Water and a towel. There is rarely shade on a court.

Court etiquette

• Never walk behind a court while a point is being played; wait for the changeover.
• Return a neighbouring court's ball under the net, between points.
• Call lines honestly, and give the benefit of the doubt on anything close.
• Mention your level when you post — beginner, casual, competitive — so the person who shows up is the right partner.

How CatchBuddy helps

Post the park, the time, and whether you are bringing the tennis racket and balls, and people nearby who play tennis can see it and ask to join. Or browse players near you and invite someone directly. Games are at public parks, messaging stays on the platform, and everyone builds a rating history. Read the safety guidelines before your first meetup.