NHPA Member Conduct

1. SECTION A --- ON THE COURTS

   • An NHPA member, while in competition, shall make no disturbing noises or movements that would distract the opponent or contestants on adjacent courts. Other inappropriate behavior would include profanity, abusive language, obscene gestures, etc. The first offense shall call for a warning from the judge or Tournament/League Official. A second offense shall call for a forfeiture of the game being played. Any further offenses shall call for a forfeiture of all games. This member shall also be subject to a one (1) year suspension from the NHPA. (See Bylaws for additional information).

2. SECTION B --- SPORTSMANSHIP

   • Any NHPA member, who indulges in heckling or unfair rooting, uses profanity or abusive language, makes obscene gestures, or exhibits any other form of un-sportsmanlike conduct toward the contestants, Tournament/League Officials, or other NHPA members who are in the area of the courts, shall be subject to expulsion from the Tournament/League and from the site. This member shall also be subject to a one (1) year suspension from the NHP26 (See Bylaws for additional information).

3. SECTION C --- DRESS CODE

   • All contestants competing in a sanctioned tournament shall have, as a minimum their last name and State or Country abbreviation professionally lettered on the back of their shirts. Said shirts cannot be sleeveless. No cut-offs are permitted and closed-toe shoes must be worn. Contestants who do not comply may not be allowed to participate in the event.

4. SECTION D --- ALCOHOL, TOBACCO PRODUCTS, AND ILLEGAL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

   • During a sanctioned tournament, the use of alcohol, any form of tobacco, or illegal controlled substances while in the confines of the courts shall be prohibited for all contestants. Violations may result in the forfeiture of games.

5. SECTION E --- PROTESTS

   • If a contestant does not agree with a ruling or decision, a protest shall be made to the judge or Tournament/League Official(s) at the time the problem occurs. If the problem cannot be resolved on the courts, the Tournament/League Official(s) shall make the final ruling on all protests. This ruling may occur after the game has been completed.