Singles & Doubles Tennis Ladders
New Players
New Players
The tennis ladder is designed to provide players of all ability levels an opportunity to participate in organized competitive tennis. Scores are based on a system where players get points for making challenges and for playing matches.

When does the ladder start?
The ladder is broken up into four 11 week seasons.
Spring Season:   March 9th - May 24th
Summer Season:   June 8th - August 23rd
Fall Season:   September 7th - November 22nd
Winter Season:   December 7th - February 21st

How much does it cost?
Each season costs $15, and a gift certificate will be given for each season’s ladder winner

What skill levels are available?
Skill levels are based on player self rating. The following divisions are currently available, divisions may be added or removed depending on interest. If you are unsure of your rating, please click here for more information.
  • Singles
    • Men's 3.0, 3.5, 4.0
    • Women's 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0
  • Doubles
    • Men's 3.5, 4.0
    • Women's 3.0, 3.5

How To Sign Up...
New Players
  • To create your account, click here.
  • After you have created you account, you will be sent an email to confirm your entry.
  • Once your entry is confirmed, simply log in and click the "buy" link next to the ladder you would like to enter.
  • Pay your ladder entry fee through paypal, and start challenging.
  • If you have any questions about how to use the ladder website, please check our FAQ or send an email to tennisladder@lakenormantennis.org
Returning Players

General Rules:
  1. Players can challenge up or down from their current ranking.
  2. The matches are set up at a mutually agreed upon time and location. The matches may be played anywhere as long as all players agree. The challenger provides the balls for the match.
  3. Challenges should be completed within a week of the initial challenge of an opponent.  The winner of the match should report the score online but opponents should always check to verify scores.
  4. Players are not limited to a certain amount of challenges per week and can play the same opponent more than once.

Weather Rule:  Matches may be postponed due to the weather. Players may postpone if it is mutually agreed upon or if the chill factor is below 40 degrees or it is rained out.

If you have any further questions, please check our Frequently Asked Questions or send an e-mail to
tennisladder@lakenormantennis.org