Photo Credit: Courtesy of Mary Helen Sprecher
Almost any park can have playable tennis courts, ones that are well-maintained and can provide a good game, but parks that want a tennis complex that actually draws people in are going to have to put in some extra effort. If you want a “new and improved” tennis season, let’s get started.
From The Outside Looking In
Look around for a minute. As long as courts are clean and well-maintained, you shouldn't see, well, anything. There should be nothing that catches your eye--debris on the surface, stains, cracks, digs, or dings. A player should be able to concentrate on his or her game without any distraction. Note: Nets also should be clean, crisp-looking, and even, without drooping in the middle, without holes in the fabric, or torn or dirty headbands.
Next, take a look at the periphery of the courts. If they are lit, make sure all the lights are working, and working evenly. Readings should be taken with a light meter from various areas around each court. Inspect the fence too, ensuring there are no bulges, sagging rails, rusted spots, or areas where the fence fabric has sharp edges or burrs.