Rules & Regulations

1. League Format

• The league runs every Monday from May 11 – June 1 weekly. 

  • May 11 – June 1– Regular season

  • June 8 – June 15– Playoffs

    • Week 1, Top 50% of teams

    • Week 2, Round Robin for Finalists

  • June 22– Championship

• Games start promptly at 6:30 pm.  Players are welcome to come early at 4pm.

• Players must be registered.

• Signup for singles is limited to the first 30

• There is a $20 per person registration fee.

• Players who qualified for the previous playoffs are exempt from fees.

• League organizers reserve the right to adjust format based on attendance.

2. Match Structure (2 Tables)

• Rounds of Play each Monday

  • 1. Singles – Random Draw

  • 2. Singles – Winners vs. Losers

• Matches are best-of-three games.

• Each game is played to 11 points.

• A player/team must win by 2 points.

• 15 Minute time limit per match.

• If time is limited, organizers may shorten matches

Scoring

·  Win: 3 points

·  Loss: 1 point

·  Forfeit: 0 points

·  Attendance: 1 point/week

3. Serving Rules

• Serve must be struck behind the end line and tossed or dropped (no hidden serves).

• The ball must bounce once on the server’s side and once on the receiver’s side.

• Serves alternate every 2 points.

• At deuce (10–10), serves alternate every point.

4. Gameplay Rules

• A legal hit must land on the opponent’s side of the table.

• Edge balls count.

• Net balls that go over during play are legal.

• Volleys (hitting the ball before it bounces) are not allowed.

5. Equipment

• League-approved paddles and balls will be provided, but personal paddles are allowed.

• Alcoholic beverages must not be placed on the table during play.

6. Sportsmanship

• Respect opponents, teammates, and league staff at all times.

• Excessive arguing, taunting, or aggressive behavior may result in point penalties or removal from the league.

• Good vibes only—this is meant to be fun.

7. Alcohol & Conduct

• Players are expected to drink responsibly.

• Intentionally distracting opponents or stalling play is not allowed.

• League staff may remove players who are excessively intoxicated.

8. Scoring & Standings

• Wins and losses determine standings.

• Tiebreakers may be decided by head-to-head results or point differential.

• Missed matches may be recorded as a forfeit at the organizer’s discretion.

9. Late Arrival & Forfeits

• Players arriving more than 10 minutes late may forfeit the match.

• If a player cannot attend, notice should be given before league night when possible.

10. Disputes & Rulings

• League organizers have final say on all disputes.

• Judgment calls during play should be resolved quickly to keep matches moving.

11. Prizes & Championships

• End-of-season champions receive trophy, and Chicken Cock Swag

12. Rule Changes

• Rules may be adjusted during the season to improve league flow or fairness.

• Players will be notified of any changes.