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Who makes line calls on your side in an unofficiated tennis match?

You call your own side, according to The Code.

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  1. Your opponent calls your side
  2. A roving referee calls your side
  3. You call your own side ✔

Why: The Code for unofficiated matches says each player is responsible for calls on their own side. Making your own calls keeps the match fair.

Huh, didn't know that: In doubles, either partner may make a call, but the one looking down the line usually sees it best.

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Answer: You call your own side. The Code for unofficiated matches says each player is responsible for calls on their own side. Making your own calls keeps the match fair.

  1. USTA: The Code (Players' Guide to Fair Play), section 5 www.usta.com/content/dam/usta/sections/texas/pdf/The_Code.pdf
    Player makes calls on own side of net.
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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