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What we’re about

### About Us

We are a group of USTA 4.0–4.5 rated players who play competitive doubles matches (not singles) exclusively in Sunnyvale, CA.
This group is not for beginners—many other groups are more relaxed, but we maintain a high standard for competitive play.

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### Group Size & Participation

  • We are limited to 50 active players to keep sessions manageable and high-quality.
  • If you're accepted, we assume you'll participate regularly.
  • We periodically review skill levels and may excuse players who don't match the group's level, in order to maintain competitive balance.

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### Joining Requirements

To apply, you **must be an active USTA 4.0–4.5 ** doubles **player with a computer rating (not self-rated).
Please include enough information in your application to clearly demonstrate this. We often follow up to confirm.
If there’s any uncertainty, we may offer a 10–15 minute tryout session before approving your membership.

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### How It Works

  • We post sessions and players RSVP.
  • Each session is for exactly 4 players—no rotations.
  • Once a session fills, others may RSVP as standbys.
  • If enough standbys accumulate, we open another session.
  • Our format offers (vs. USTA model):
    • Players of uniform skill level
    • No captains, no team commitments
    • Minimal travel
    • Known session times
    • More fair play, fewer “USTA-style” disputes
    • Simple, competitive, high-level tennis
    • A system that’s worked since 2015

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### RSVP System

  • Sessions open for RSVP exactly 7 days in advance at 12:00 PM (noon).
  • You may RSVP as a standby.
  • If 2–3 standbys are waiting, a new session may be added.

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### Payment

To cover Meetup.com expenses, we charge $1 per session played.

  • Every 5 sessions, pay $5 (honor system).
  • Payment options:
  • Total annual cost is about $360.
  • It’s OK if you pay slightly less—we’re flexible.
  • No checks, no formal Meetup.com payments.

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### Schedule

Popular Time Slots

  • Saturday & Sunday: 7–9 AM, 9–11 AM (Doubles)
  • Wednesday & Friday: 7–9 AM (Singles or Doubles)

We only play in Sunnyvale and primarily play doubles.

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### Inclusivity

We welcome women at this level of play.