TeamUCL Social Leagues: Tennis

Ladder League Details

We run an annual social ladder league where you are able to challenge players to a game each week. To ensure that you are playing people of a similar level we recommend challenging 3 places above or below your ladder position. Simply keep beating people above you in the ladder to move up the leader board. You can join at any time of year, you'll just start at the bottom of the league and work your way up.

All matches are self-organised and we have two days in which you are able to play your fixture for the week. Please note that these are not two separate leagues and are both part of the same ladder. You and the person being challenged can choose from the following pre-booked courts. This format is to allow more flexibility and more court space to get as many people in the league playing as possible.

How To Register

If you already have a paid UCL Tennis Club R+D membership, you can enter the ladder league for just £1 for the year! If you're not a club member, you are still welcome to join the social ladder league for just £25 a year.

Please register for the league by following the button below and selecting the relevant ticket type. Once you have purchased a ticket, you will be contacted via email to join the ladder league on playwaze. Once you have joined the league, you will then be able to challenge other students and book a court. This will only become available once the leagues started.

If you are having any issues please get in touch at [email protected]

League Results and Court Bookings

League Rules

How does it work?

🎾 Ladder Tennis League – How It Works

The league runs across both Saturday and Sunday, with all players competing in one combined ladder league.
If you win, you move up the ladder. If you lose, you move down.

Matches are played across both Saturday and Sunday, with 16 hours of court time available each Weekend. Meaning that 32 players can play each week.

You can challenge players up to 3 places above you on the ladder.

Playing & Availability
• There is no requirement to play every week – you only play when you are available.
• If you miss a week without playing, you will automatically move down one position on the ladder.

Challenges & Communication
• Players are expected to reply to challenge messages within 3 days.
• If you are unable to play, please let your opponent know as soon as possible.
• If your opponent cannot play, you may challenge the player above them.

Booking Matches
• Once a match is agreed, both players must book a time using the form shared via email and in the WhatsApp group.

Scoring & Results
• After your match, you are responsible for uploading the result using your Playwaze login.
• If you have issues uploading scores, contact [email protected].
• If your opponent does not show up, you will receive a walkover win.

Additional Information
• All matches take place at Somers Town Community Sports Centre.
• Players with a full price membership can collect a free tube of tennis balls from the TeamUCL Gym reception. Remember to bring confirmation of your league registration.
• If weather conditions are unsuitable, matches will be cancelled and rearranged. Players will be notified via email and WhatsApp at least 1.5 hours in advance.
• If you need to reschedule a fixture, contact [email protected] as soon as possible (this cannot always be guaranteed).
• You are responsible for your own safety on court. A first aid kit is available at reception if needed.

Code of Conduct

All players must adhere to the Code of Conduct.

Match Rules

• Each Game will last 1 hour
• Matches are played as best of 1 sets.
• A set is won by the first player to win 6 games, with a 2-game lead.
• If the score reaches 6–6, a tie-break is played.
• The tie-break is played to 7 points, and must be won by 2 clear points.
• Players change ends after the first game, then every 2 games after that.
• Players should call their own lines honestly.
• If there is a dispute, the point should be replayed.
• If you have finished before the allotted time has finished you may play more sets.

Important information

As this is a self-organised league, you must share at least one method of contact so opponents can arrange matches with you.

Please note, it is your responsibility to organise your own matches, so we recommend sharing both your mobile phone number and email address.

Data will be shared in a password protected file and deleted at the end of the league.

All players are required to delete all contact details at the end of the league, but please be aware that once distributed, Students' Union UCL cannot control how other players store or delete your contact details on their personal devices. 

We recommend being mindful of your personal safety online and when using social media.

Health and Safety

Health & Safety
• It is the players responsibility to bring weather/activity appropriate clothing, equipment and footwear. Please wear tennis shoes if you have them and sports clothing appropriate to the weather.
• Players are responsible for their own first aid supplies, there will be basic items available at the venue.
• Jewellery and watches must be removed. Medical bracelet may be worn if appropriately taped.